Diarrhea and Herbal Treatment

Diarrhea - a  common condition, classified as bowel movements that are loose and watery stool, a frequent need to dispose or going to Comfort rooms. According to medical experts Diarrhea is also called intestinal flu or stomach flu. 

Top 5 Herbal Treatment of Diarrhea

1. Guava leaves - Boil 7 leaves in 3 glasses of water. Drink 3 times a day.

2. Star Apple/Caimito Leaves - Boil 2 leaves in 3 glasses of water. Drink 3 times a day.

3. Avocado Leaves - Boil 3 leaves in 3 glasses of water. Drink 3 times a day.

4. Lemon Grass - Boil 7 leaves in 3 glasses of water. Drink 3 times a day.

5. Guyabano Leaves - Boil 7 leaves in 3 glasses of water. Drink 3 times a day.

Flu, Cold & Cough

I had a Flu, Cold & Cough, last week and stayed at home for a couple of days. 

After our Cebu-Bohol Getaway for our 3rd year Anniversary of my Girlfriend and for the 51st Birthday celebration of her mom, last July 14. By Monday we had to catch the flight Cebu-Surigao at 11:45 am, coming back, it was a little rainy at Mactan International Airport, at that time I already felt the head ache and some muscular pains and my body becomes warmer. The day after, I already had dry cough and a high fever and that weakens my body, using thermometer I regularly monitor my body temperature. 37.9 degree Celsius was my first reading.

My mom prepared  a herbal medicine for my initial treatment, she got some Lagundi leaves in our garden and added a cup of water, then let it boiled for 10- 15 minutes. 

Lagundi is a herbal medicine used to treat flu, common cold, dry cough and fever. It is also use to relieve asthma, rheumatism, and dyspepsia and even diarrhea. Some studies said that Lagundi roots extracts has an antibacterial compositions but needs further study. 

I always have a glass of  boiled Lagundi leaves before and after breakfast, 2 tablespoon  in between lunch and another glass of water with Lagundi leaves before and after dinner. After four days I felt relieved and I didn't have to visit a medical doctor for a checkup, which saves me a few bucks from my wallet.(hehe). 

Thank God I felt good today.

Malunggay The Miracle Vegetable Health Benefits

Malunggay Scientific Name : Moringa Oleifera

Background

Malunggay

[1]Also known as: "Malunggáy" in Philippines, "Sajina" in India, "Shojne" in   Bengal, "Munagakaya" in   Telugu, "Shenano" in   Rajasthani, "Shevaga" in   Marathi, "Nuggekai" in Kannada, "Drumstick Tree, Horse Radish Tree, Ben Oil Tree" in English, "La mu" in Chinese.[1]

This Miracle Vegetable grows in the tropical countries,like India, Africa. In the Philippines, it is  used as cooking ingredient specially in making soup, "Law-oy" in some parts of Visayas and Mmindanao. During the regime of President F. Marcos, Malunggay was used as a weapon against malnutrition, for it has lot of nutrients, and considered as a low-cost health enhancer.

Health Benefits

1. Anti-oxidant
2. Anti-diabetic
3. Circulatory stimulations
4. Lower blood pressure
5. Pain reliever
6. Anti cancer
7. Anti infectious: Antibacterial; Anti Fungal
8. Anti-inflamatory
9. Increase semen count.
10. Strengthens the immune system.
11. Promote good sleep.
12. Anti-Ulcer
13. Prevent intestinal worms.
14. Strengthen the eye muscles.
15. Normalize blood sugar level

[1]http://www.medicalhealthguide.com

Ampalaya for Diabetes.

Clinical Studies for Ampalaya Bitter Melon demonstrated hypoglycemic properties (blood sugar lowering) or other actions of potential benefit against diabetes mellitus.
The hypoglycemic chemicals found in Ampalaya Bitter Melon include a mixture of steroidal saponins known as charantins, insulin-like peptides, and alkaloids. The hypoglycemic effect is more pronounced in the fruit of bitter melon where these chemicals are in greater abundance. The fruit has also shown the ability to enhance cells’ uptake of glucose, to promote insulin release, and potentiate the effect of insulin. In other in vivo studies, bitter melon fruit and/or seed has been shown to reduce total cholesterol and triglycerides in both the presence and absence of dietary cholesterol. In one study, elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels in diabetic rats were returned to normal after 10 weeks of treatment

Ampalaya for Hemorrhoids. Powdered leaves and root decoction of Ampalaya are applied to hemorrhoids as astringent.

Ampalaya for Stomach Problems. Ampalaya leaf juice is used to expel intestinal parasites, treat dysentery, diarrhea, and chronic colitis. Grounded seeds may also be used. Taken in a spoonfull 3x a day until ailment subsides.

Ampalaya for Cough. Ampalaya leaf juice is used for mild coughs for children. Administered in a teaspoon 3x a day.

Ampalaya for Burns, Scalds and Wounds. Pounded Ampalaya seeds or leaf are used to treat burns, scalds and wounds.

Ampalaya as Anti-Cancer, Two compounds extracted from ampalaya bitter melon, α-eleostearic acid (from ampalaya seeds) and dihydroxy-α-eleostearic acid (from the ampalayafruit) have been found to induce apoptosis of leukemia cells in vitro. Diets containing 0.01% ampalaya bitter melon oil (0.006% as α-eleostearic acid) were found to prevent azoxymethane-induced colon carcinogenesis in rats.

Other acclaimed uses are for the treatment of HIV, treatment of fever and headaches, treatment of rheumatism and gout, disease of the spleen and liver.
Amplaya Side Effects

In large dozes, pure Ampalaya juice can be a purgative and may cause pregnancy abortion.

source: www.medicalhealthguide.com

Guava Health benefits

Guavas for Cholesterol Reduction

A study from the Heart Research Laboratory in India demonstrated that people who ate five to nine guavas a day for three months reduced their cholesterol levels by 10 percent, triglycerides by 8 percent, and blood pressure by 9.0/8.0 mm Hg, while boosting their “good” cholesterol (HDL) by 8 percent.

Foods such as guavas that are high in pectins appear to lower the amount of cholesterol circulating in the blood, perhaps by forming a gel in your stomach that sops up fats and keeps them from being absorbed by the body.

Guavas for Cancer Prevention

The anti-proliferative activity of guava leaf oil on mouth cancer is 4.37 times more potent than Vincristine, a cancer drug.

Guavas are an excellent source of the antioxidant lycopene, and several studies support a reduction in prostate cancer risk associated with high lycopene consumption.

Lycopene also inhibits the growth of breast cancer cells. Studies in mice have shown that it suppresses breast tumors.

Guava Leaf Extract as an Anti Inflammatory

Preliminary studies on the anti inflammatory properties of guava leaf extract have indicated that the extract is involved with the inhibition of iNOS and COX-2 (inflammatory agents). It is speculated that the numerous chemical compounds present in the plant are responsible for the anti inflammatory effects of the leaf extract.

Guava Leaf Extract for Acne

Thirty-eight men and women with various types of acne participated in a study that concluded that guava leaf extract to be beneficial in treating acne.

Guava Leaf Extract as a Cough Remedy

The anti cough activity of guava leaf extract has been evaluated in rats and guinea pigs. The results suggest that guava leaf extract is recommended as a cough remedy.

Guava Leaf Extract for Diarrhea

Essential oil guava leaf extracts have been tested and shown to inhibit the diarrhea causing bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella spp. and Escherichia coli, and that the use of guava leaf extracts can be a feasible treatment in diarrhea cases where access to commercial antibiotics is restricted.

A randomized, double-blinded, clinical study performed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a phytodrug developed from guava leaves for the treatment of adult patients with acute diarrhea showed that the used guava product decreased the duration of abdominal pain in these patients.

Guavas for Dental Health

Guaijaverin, a flavanoid compound present in guavas inhibits the growth of Streptococcus mutans, which is considered to be a pathogen for dental caries.

Guavas for Diabetes

The guava is an important medicinal plant in tropical and subtropical countries and is widely used in folk medicine. Many pharmacological studies have demonstrated the ability of this plant to exhibit anti diabetic activities, supporting its traditional uses.

Significant blood glucose lowering effects of guava leaf extract has been observed in a mouse study. The study results suggest that the guava leaf extract possesses anti diabetic effect in type 2 diabetes.




source: elements4health