Herbal

Herbal Medicine

HERBAL MEDICINE

- the use of natural herbs and plants for the treatment or prevention of diseases, disorders and for the promotion of good health

Ten (10) HERBAL MEDICINE

in the Philippines Approved by the Department of Health (DOH)

1. Akapulko2. Ampalaya3. Bawang4. Bayabas5. Lagundi6. Niyug-niyogan 7. Sambong8. Tsaang Gubat9. Ulasimang Bato/Pansit-pansitan10. Yerba Buena

HERBAL MEDICINE

TIPS ON HANDLING MEDICINAL PLANTS / HERBS:

• If possible, buy herbs that are grown organically - without pesticides.

• Medicinal parts of plants are best harvested on sunny mornings. • Leaves, fruits, flowers or nuts must be mature before harvesting.

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TIPS ON HANDLING MEDICINAL PLANTS / HERBS:

• if drying is required, dry the plant parts either in the oven or air-dried on screens above ground and never on concrete floors.

• Store plant parts in sealed plastic bags or brown bottles in a cool dry place without sunlight preferably with a moisture absorbent material like charcoal.

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TIPS ON PREPARATION FOR INTAKE OF HERBAL MEDICINES:

Use one cup for measuring leaves and water

Use only half the dosage prescribed for fresh parts like leaves when using dried parts.Use only the part of the plant being advocated Use only one kind of herbal plant for each type of symptoms or sickness

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TIPS ON PREPARATION FOR INTAKE OF HERBAL MEDICINES:

Do not use stainless steel utensils when boiling decoctions; Only use earthen, enameled, glass or alike utensils.

As a rule of thumb, when boiling leaves and other plant parts, do not cover the pot, and boil in low flame.

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TIPS ON PREPARATION FOR INTAKE OF HERBAL MEDICINES:Decoctions loose potency after some time. Dispose of decoctions after one day. To keep fresh during the day, keep lukewarm in a flask or thermos.

Always consult with a doctor if symptoms persist after 2-3 doses of medication or if any sign of allergic reaction develops

HERBAL MEDICINE

1. AKAPULKO (CASSIA ALATA)

AKAPULKOgrows about one to two meters tall.

It has thick branches and the leaves are embraced with 8 to 20 leaflets that are oblong-elliptical in shape.

The flowers of the Akapulko have oblong sepals

and its fruits are tetragonal, which are also winged and glabrous.

AKAPULKOcontains CHRYSOPHANIC ACID, a fungicide used to treat fungal infections, like ringworms, scabies, and eczema.

also contains SAPONIN, a laxative that is useful in expelling intestinal parasites.

AKAPULKO

The primary part used for herbal purposes are the LEAVES The extracts from the Akapulko plant is commonly used as an ingredient for lotions, soaps, and shampoos.

AKAPULKOBenefits & Treatment of Akapulko:

EXTERNAL USE:

Treatment of skin diseases: Tinea infectionsinsect bitesRingwormsEczemaScabies and itchiness.Mouthwash in stomatitis

AKAPULKOBenefits & Treatment of Akapulko:

INTERNAL USEExpectorant for bronchitis and dyspneaAlleviation of asthma symptomsUsed as diuretic and purgativeFor cough & feverAs a laxative to expel intestinal parasites and other stomach problems.

AKAPULKO

Preparation & Use: FOR EXTERNAL USE:

pound the leaves of the Akapulko plantsqueeze the juice and apply on affected areasPrepared as an ointment

AKAPULKOPreparation & Use: As the EXPECTORANT for Bronchitis and Dyspnea:drink decoction (soak and boil for 10 to 15 minutes) of Akapulko leaves. may be used as a mouthwash, stringent, and wash for eczema. (same preparation)

AKAPULKOPreparation & Use:

AS LAXATIVEcut the plant parts (roots, flowers, and the leaves) into a manageable size then prepare a decoction

Note: Dispose leftovers after one day.

AMPALAYA

AMPALAYAmost known as a treatment of DIABETES (Diabetes Mellitus), for the non-insulin dependent patients

a climbing vine and the tendrils of which grow up to 20 centimeters longAmpalaya leaves are heart-shaped, which are 5 to 10 centimeters in diameter. The fruits of the ampalaya vine are fleshy green with pointed ends at length

SN: Momordica charantia


the bitter taste of the fruit had also been the distinguishing factor from the rest of the fruits with medicinal value (momorcidin)


its ribbed and wrinkled surface had always been its distinct physical structure


contains a mixture of FLAVANOIDS AND ALKALOIDS that make the Pancreas produce more insulin that controls the blood sugar in diabetics


it is a good source of Vitamins A, B and C, Iron, Folic acid, Phosphorous and Calcium.


In the Philippines, the Department of Health has endorsed Ampalaya as an alternative medicine to help alleviate various ailments including DIABETES, LIVER PROBLEMS and even HIV.


Others: - Helps treat skin diseases and cough. - Its herbal value extends to increasing the Sterility of women, as Parasiticide, Antipyretic, and has Purgative functions, as well.

AMPALAYA

•Aids in lowering blood sugar levels• Good for rheumatism and gout• Diseases of the Spleen and Liver• Helps in lowering blood pressure• Relieves headaches• Disinfects & heals wounds & burns • As a cough & fever remedy


Herbal Benefits of Ampalaya

AMPALAYASN: Momordica charantia

• Treatment of intestinal worms, diarrhea • Helps prevent some types of cancer (antioxidant)• Enhances immune system to fight infection• For treatment of hemorrhoids• A parasiticide• Antibacterial and antipyretic

Herbal Benefits of Ampalaya

AMPALAYA

For coughs, fever, worms, diarrhea, diabetesjuice Ampalaya leaves and drink a spoonful daily.


Preparation & Use of Ampalaya

For headaches wounds, burns and skin diseasesapply warmed leaves to afflicted area.

AMPALAYASN: Momordica charantia

HemorrhoidsPowdered leaves, and the root decoction, may be used as stringent


Internal parasites Extracted juice from leaves

For diarrhea, dysentery, and chronic colitisThe juice, and grounded seeds is to be taken one spoonful thrice a day

BAWANGSN: ALLIUM SATIVUM



low herb, which only grows up to sixty centimeters highthe most widely used herbal medicines in the Phils. and can also be found commonly in the kitchen of Filipino

Garlic’s antibacterial compound known as ALLICIN, saved many lives of the soldiers by extracting the juice of bawang or garlic and applying to the wounds.

BAWANG

• Good for the heart• Helps lower bad cholesterol levels (LDL)• Aids in lowering blood pressure• Remedy for arteriosclerosis• Antioxidant: May help prevent certain types of cancer (colorectal malignancies, and gastric cancer.)• Boosts immune system to fight infection

SN: ALLIUM SATIVUM

Health Benefits of Bawang-Garlic


• Cough and cold remedy• Relieves sore throat• Aids in the treatment of tuberculosis• Helps relieve Rheumatism pain• Relief of toothaches• Antibacterial: Kills skin fungus i.e. athlete’s foot• With anticoagulant properties• Tick and mosquito repellant when juice is applied to skin.

Health Benefits of Bawang-Garlic

BAWANG

•Wound disinfectioncrush and juice the garlic bulb and apply• Sore Throatpeel the skin and chew for several minutes; Swallow the juice.• Toothachescrush then bite garlic.• For athlete’s foot soak feet in salty water then apply garlic juice. Do this 3X day for a week.

SN: ALLIUM SATIVUM

Preparation of Bawang-Garlic


• Arthritis, toothache, headache, and rheumatismCloves of garlic may be crushed and applied to affected areas to reduce the pain • FeverDecoction of the bawang bulbs and leaves • For nasal congestionsteam and inhale: vinegar, chopped garlic, and water.




SN: PSIDIUM GUAJAVA

BAYABASSN: PSIDIUM GUAJAVA

Bayabas is a small tree that can grow up to 3 meters tall with greenish-brownish smooth bark.In research studies, almost all of the parts of this plant have medicinal qualities and value, and thus, making it as one of the most popular therapeutic plants in the Philippines.


Decoction of Leaves cleaning and disinfecting wounds uterine hemorrhageswollenness of the legs and other parts of the bodychronic diarrhea and gastroenteritis

Health Benefits of Bayabas


Decoction of Leavesto aid in the treatment of dysentery and the inflammation of the kidneysFor Hypertension, diabetes and AsthmaPromotes menstruation



Bark and leaves used as astringent; toothachewash for uterine and vaginal problems, and is good for ulcersalso a suggested natural cure for fever, diabetes, epilepsy, worms, and spasms.



Fruitcontains nutritional values with a very high concentration of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.



As mouthwash, gargle.Boil 1cup of Bayabas leaves in 3cups of water for 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool.

Preparation of Bayabas

As wound disinfectant wash affected areas with the decoction of leaves 2 to 3 times a day. Fresh leaves may be applied to the wound directly for faster healing.


For Toothacheschew the leaves in your mouth.

Preparation of Bayabas

For diarrheaboil the chopped leaves for 15 mins in water, & strain. Let cool, and drink a cup every 3 to 4 hours.To stop Nosebleedingdensely roll leaves, then place in the nostril cavities

SN: VITEX NEGUNDO

LAGUNDISN: VITEX NEGUNDO

a Shrubcan grow up to 5meters tall. Its distinctive feature is its pointed leaves with five leaflets set like a hand.


effective in the treatment of colds, flu, bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and pharyngitis

contains CHRYSOPLENOL D, a substance with anti-histamine and muscle relaxant properties.


The Plantalso has anti-inflammatory functions, and its cooling effects are ideal as treatment for skin diseases such as leprosy.

Herbal Benefits of Lagundi:


The Leaves Decoction of the parts and taken orally


Decoction can be used as aromatic baths for skin diseasessuggested to be taken by individuals to help increase the flow and production of milk, as well as to induce menstruation.


The Flowersare recommended as a cardiac tonic as cure for liver diseases


and other internal disorders such as diarrhea and choleraJuice extracted from the flowers is taken in as an aid for disorders like fever and liver disorders


The Roots treatment for rheumatism, dyspepsia, boils, and leprosy


The Seeds Boiled and eaten in order to prevent the spreading of toxins and venom from bites of poisonous animals


Preparation & Use:

• Boil ½ cup of chopped fresh or dried leaves in 2 cups of water for 10 to 15 minutes.

• Drink ½cup 3x a day.

• For skin diseases or disorders, apply the decoction of leaves and roots directly on skin.

SN: QUISQUALIS INDICA L.

NIYOG-NIYOGANSN: QUISQUALIS INDICA L.

•This vine starts as a shrub about 3-feet tall with branches growing from all directions

•The mother shrub seizes to grow and dies after six months allowing the creeper to rapidly climb walls, trees, and the like.


•perfect for covered walkways as it grows at least 2.5m long and reaches up to 8m long when it matures•an excellent vine for outdoor gardens•grows best in tropical areas and demands constant sunlight


•The leaves can grow up to 15cm long and more than 5cm wide with a pointed tip

•fruits can grow up to 3cm long with five angles on its sides.


•Its flowers grow in clusters and it blossoms year-round.

•flowers open at night with five bright red petals and gives out a distinct perfume


Seeds•It is effective in the elimination of intestinal worms, particularly the Ascaris and Trichina

Herbal Benefits of Niyog-niyogan


RootsDecoctions of its roots are also sometimes used as a remedy for rheumatism


Fruitsare used as an effective way to relieve toothaches.


Leaves•Some also use these to help alleviate cough and diarrhea.


•used to cure body pains by placing them on specific problematic areas of the body.

•Compound decoctions are used in India to alleviate flatulence.


•Only the dried matured seeds are medicinal •CRACK and ingest the dried seeds two hours after eating

Adults 8-10 seedsChildren 4 to 5 yo 4-5 seeds 6 to 8 yo 5-6 seeds 9 to 12 yo 6-7 seeds

Preparation & Use:


NOTE•If one dose does not eliminate the worms, wait a week before repeating the dose.

Preparation & Use:

•Medical experts, advice patients to consult their doctors as improper dosing may cause Hiccups & Abdominal pains

SN: Blumea Balsamifera

SAMBONGSN: Blumea Balsamifera

•The plant is a strongly aromatic herb that grows tall and erect.

•Its height ranges from 1.5 to 3 meters, with stems that grow for up to 2.5 cm

•It is used to aid the treatment of kidney disorders.


•It is an anti-urolithiasis and works as a diuretic.

•Since it is a diuretic, this herbal medicine helps dispose of excess water and sodium (salt) in the body.

Herbal Benefits of Sambong


Leaves

•used to treat mild hypertension & rheumatism

•used for wounds and cuts

•It functions as an astringent and as an expectorant



Leaves

•also suggested to be incorporated to post-partum baths

•recommendation to be taken in as tea to treat colds & fever



A decoction of leaves • as like tea and drink a glass 3 or 4 times a day• used as sponge bath.

Preparation & Use:

Decoction of the roots• is to be taken in as cure for feverCrushed and pounded leaves •apply on forehead and temples for headaches

SN: Ehretia Microphylla Lam

TSAANG GUBATSN: Ehretia Microphylla Lam

Tsaang Gubat is a shrub (small tree) that grows (from 1-5meters)

abundantly in the Philippines


In folkloric medicine, the leaves has been used as:

• a disinfectant wash during child birth

•as cure for diarrhea

•as tea for general good health

•as a mouth gargle for preventing tooth decay


• Stomach pains• Gastroenteritis• Intestinal motility• Dysentery• Diarrhea or (LBM)• Mouth gargle• Body cleanser/wash

Health Benefits of Tsaang Gubat


• Thoroughly wash the leaves in running water.

Preparation & Use:

• Chop to a desirable size and boil 1 cup of chopped leaves in 2 cups of water.

• Boil in low heat for 15 to 20 minutes and drain.


• Take a cupful every 4 hours for diarrhea, gastroenteritis and stomach pains.

Preparation & Use:

• Gargle for stronger teeth and prevent cavities.

• Drink as tea daily for general good health

PANSIT-PANSITANSN: Peperomia Pellucida

An herbal medicine also known as: Ulasiman-bato,

Olasiman-ihalas

Tangon-tangon

English name: Peperomia.


It is a small HERB that grows from 1 to 1 ½ feet

Pansit-pansitan can be found wild on lightly shaded and damp areas such as nooks, walls, yards and even roofs.


Pansit-pansitan has heart shaped leaves, succulent stems with tiny flowers on a spike

When matured, the small fruits bear one seed which fall of the ground and propagate.

ULASIMANG BATOSN: Peperomia Pellucida

The leaves can be eaten fresh (about a cupful) as salad or like tea.

It is effective in fighting Arthritis and Gout.

Health Benefits

The leaves and stalk are Edible


• Arthritis• Gout• Skin boils, abscesses, pimples• Headache• Abdominal pains• kidney problems

Health Benefits


Decoction (Arthritis/Gout)

Boil a cup of clean chopped leaves in 2 cups of water

Preparation & Use:

Boil for 15 to 20 minutes Strain, let cool and drink a cup after meals (TID)


For skin disorders (abscesses, pimples and boils):Pound the leaves and/or the stalks and make a poultice (boil in water for a minute or two then pounded)

Preparation & Use:

then applied directly to the afflicted areaDecoction as a rinse to treat skin disorders.


For headaches heat a couple of leaves in hot waterbruise the surface and apply on the forehead

Preparation & Use:

Abdominal pains and kidney problemsdecoction of leaves and stalks


Like any herbal medicine, it is not advisable to take any other medication in combination with any herbs.

Consult with a medical practitioner knowledgeable in herbal medicine before any treatment.

SN: Clinopodium Douglasii

YERBA BUENASN: Clinopodium Douglasii

Yerba Buena is an herb of the mint family. It is an aromatic plant used as herbal medicine worldwide. This perennial plant’s growth ranges from 0.6 meters to 1 meter. It has elongated leaves and in summers, it bears small whitish or purplish flowers


Commonly known as Peppermint, this vine is used as an analgesic to relive body aches and pain.

Health Benefits

It can be taken internally as a decoction or externally by pounding the leaves and applied directly on the afflicted area.


As an herbal medicine, a decoction of Yerba Buena is effective for minor ailments such as headaches, toothaches, and joint pains.

Health Benefits

It can also relieve stomach aches due to gas buildup and indigestion.


good and effective mouth wash for a clean, fresh breath

soak fresh leaves in a glass of water (30 to 45 minutes)

Health Benefits


Stems of Yerba Buena may be crushed and applied directly to bruises.

Health Benefits

Folkloric use include poultice preparation and the oil extracts from its stems are suggested to be a remedy for cancerous tumors.

Caution should be observed in taking this herbal medicine as it can be toxic in large doses.


Yerba Buena may be used to treat:

• Arthritis• Head aches• Tooth aches• Mouth wash• Relief of intestinal gas• Stomach aches• Indigestion• Drink as tea for general good health.


Wash fresh Yerba Buena leaves in running water.

Preparation & Use:

Chop to size (for dried leaves, crush) and boil 2 teaspoons of leaves in a glass of water. Boil in medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes.

• As analgesic, take a cupful every 3 hours.


For Tooth aches, pound the fresh leaves, squeeze juice out and apply on a cotton ball then bite on to the aching tooth.

Preparation & Use:

Yerba buena leaves may be heated over fire and placed over the forehead for headaches

CALACHUCHISN: Plumeria Rubra

Common NamesKachuchi (C. Bis.) Plumeria alba Kalachuche (Tag., Bik.) Kalasusi (Tag.) Kalatsutsi (Tag.) Kalanuche (Ilk.) Kalonoche (Ilk.) Karachucha (Tag.) Karatuche (Tag.) Frangipani (Engl.) Flor de Mayo (Mexico) Temple flower (Engl.)

Plumeria albaPlumeria acuminata


Small tree, 3 to 7 m high, stem smooth and shining, succulent, with abundant white latex; easily breaks.

Leaves: crowded at the terminal end of the branch, commonly oblong in shape, reaching a length of 40 cm and a width of 7 cm.


Flowers: fragrant, the upper portion whitish, while the inner lower portion yellow, 5 - 6 cm long.

Fruits: linear-oblong or ellipsoid follicles.


Parts utilized Bark, leaves and flowersConstituentsFlowers suppose to be source of perfume known as "Frangipiani."

Bark contains a bitter glucoside, plumierid (2%).

Latex contains resins, caoutchouc and calcium salts of plumieric acid: cerotinic acid and lupeol. Leaves contain a volatile oil


Characteristics and Pharmacological Effects Sweet tasting and neither warming nor cooling in effect, aromatic.

Considered anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, purgative, rubefacient.


FOLKLORIC BARK•Decoction of bark- purgative, emmenagogue, and febrifuge• Preventive for heat stroke: the material may be taken as a cooling tea•Decoction of the bark is used as a counter-irritant on the gums for toothache.

Health Benefits


FOLKLORIC LATEX•Arthritis, rheumatism, pruritic skin lesions: Mix the latex (sap) with coconut oil, warm, and apply to affected area •The latex mixed with coconut oil is used for itching.•The juice is rubefacient in rheumatic pains·

Health Benefits


FOLKLORIC LEAVES•A poultice of heated leaves is beneficial for swellings.•Decoction of leaves for cracks and eruptions of the soles of the feet.•Infusion or extract from leaves is used for asthma.•In Mexico, decoction of flowers used in diabetes.

Health Benefits


STUDIES • Cytotoxic / Antitumor: In Indonesia, six cytotoxic constituents were isolated from the bark of P rubra. (breast, colon, fibrosarcoma, lung, melanoma)

Health Benefits

• Antibacterial: P rubra was one 41 plants extracts from 18 species that showed antibacterial activity.


STUDIES •Antioxidant / Hypolipidemic: Antioxidant activity was confirmed through in vitro studies.

Health Benefits

HERBAL MEDICINEPREPARATION

HERBAL MEDICINEPREPARATION

1.AKAPULKO/SUNTING OINTMENT

2.CALACHUCHI OINTMENT

3.SLK SYRUP4.BLS OIL

AKAPULKO/SUNTING OINTMENT

MATERIALS:Akapulko leavesChopping boardKnifeCandleVegetable/Coconut oilMeasuring cupClay potContainer for finished product


PROCEDURE:1. Wash the leaves well and cut into

small pieces2. Measure a cup of chopped leaves

and place inside the clay pot3. Measure a cup of oil then mix well

with the chopped leaves in the clay pot

4. Bring to boil for 5 minutes

5. Drain the leaves using a strainer or a clean cloth


PROCEDURE:6. Melt candle; ½ cup of melted candle to

a cup of akapulko extract

7. Mix melted candle to the akapulko extract

8. Let it cool until it hardens

9. Use a spoon to transfer the ointment into its container

Note:If you are to use a plastic container, make sure to

seal it using lamp or candle


PROCEDURE:10. Label the container and store in a

cool place

Direction: Clean affected area Apply the ointment

three times a day for one week

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

KALACHUCHI Ointment

MATERIALS: Kalachuchi branch Candle Knife Measuring Cup Chopping Board Vegetable/coconut oil Clay pot

FOR SCABIES, ALLERGY, INSECT BITE, ECZEMA AND WOUND

KALACHUCHI Ointment

1. Wash the Kalachuchi branch/stem 3-5 times and scrape the brown covering of the bark to expose the green part


2. Scrape about 1 cup of the green bark and place inside the clay pot

PROCEDURE:

KALACHUCHI Ointment

3. Add 1cup of oil in the clay pot and let it boil for 5 minutes


PROCEDURE:

4. Strain using a netbag or clean cloth

5. Mix ½cup of melted candle into the 1 cup of strained extract of Kalachuchi and oil

KALACHUCHI Ointment

6. Leave it to cool until it hardened


PROCEDURE:

7. Transfer the ointment into the intended container

8. Seal, label and place in a cool place

Note: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

SLK Syrup(SAMPALOK,LUYA,KALAMANSI)

Ginger (2 thumb size) Kalamansi (3-5pcs) Measuring cup Chopping board Clay pot Amber bottles Strainer Barbecue stick Water

FOR COUGH, COLDS AND FEVER

MATERIALS:


1. Wash Sampalok leaves. Separate the leaves from the stem. Place 1cup of sampalok leaves inside the clay pot


PROCEDURE:

2. Wash the ginger. Slice the ginger thinly and place inside the clay pot atop the leaves


3. Add 1cup of water. Measure the level using the barbeque stick. Mark the stick.


PROCEDURE:

4. Add another 1cup of water and bring to boil until water level reaches the marked level on the stick. (DO NOT COVER POT)


5. Strain and measure 1cup of the decoction then add 1cup of sugar (1:1)


PROCEDURE:

6. Bring to boil until it becomes sticky (syrup)

7. Set aside to cool then add Kalamansi extract

8. Pour syrup into the amber bottle, cover and seal with candle


13yo-Adult 1-2tsp QID7-12 yo 1tsp TID2-6 yo ½ tsp

TID


DOSAGE:

BLS Oil(BAWANG, LUYA, SILI)

1cup garlic 1cup ginger 1cup chili pepper (labuyo) Knife Clay pot

(FOR ARTHRITIS, NEURALGIA, BRUISES AND MUSCLE PAIN)

MATERIALS:

BLS Oil(BAWANG, LUYA, SILI)

1. Measure 1 cup of Ginger, Garlic and Sili (black pepper can be replaced for sili)

(FOR ARTHRITIS, NEURALGIS, BRUISES AND MUSCLE PAIN)

PROCEDURE:

2. Slice the Ginger and Garlic and ground the Sili3. Boil 3cups of oil and place the prepared ginger,

garlic and sili4. Simmer for 5-10minutes in low heat5. Drain and place in designated container6. Let it cool before use

Direction: Apply to affected area. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

ABK Decoction(AVOCADO, BAYABAS,

KAYMITO)(FOR DIARRHEA)

MATERIALS:

3 leaves of ABKknifeClay potwater



PROCEDURE:1. Wash and cut/chop the leaves into smaller pieces2. Prepare 1cup of each 3 chopped leaves and place in

the clay pot. Add 6cups of water 3. Bring to boil until the remaining water can be

measured up to 3cups only. Strain the decoction

4. Transfer the decoction into a clean amber bottles, cover and seal



DOSAGE:

Take ½ cup of ABK decoction after an episode of diarrhea. Aside from the decoction, take a homemade ORS

*** Discard decoction after 24 hours

SALABAT Syrup(FOR SORE THROAT, COUGH & COLDS, NAUSEA, HYPERACIDITY AND GAS PAIN)

MATERIALS:

Ginger Brown Sugar Strainer Measuring Cup Grinder

SALABAT Syrup(FOR SORE THROAT, COUGH & COLDS, NAUSEA, HYPERACIDITY AND GAS PAIN)

PROCEDURE:1. Wash and grind the ginger2. Extract the juice. 3. Mix 1cup of extract and 1cup of

brown sugar (ratio:1:1) in a clay pot

4. Bring to boil in low heat. Stir until it becomes syrup

5. Set aside to cool down6. Place in a clean plastic/glass bottle

DOSAGE: place 1 tablespoon in one glass of hot water

BANANA Powder(FOR DIARRHEA)

MATERIALS:

Green Banana (latundan) Knife Plastic bag


PROCEDURE:

1. Peel the banana and slice thinly

2. Dry it under the sun3. Ground it to powder and

store the banana powder in a sealed plastic bag


INSTRUCTION:Can be mixed in a Congee or soup

2 tbsp of banana powder in 1 cup of congee or soup

Add 1tsp of sugar (optional)

HERBAL MEDICINEPRESENTATION

Consider:1. Finished product (quantity, labeling, leaflet/flyer)2. Exhibit – for products3. Jingle

BE CREATIVE

HERBAL MEDICINEPRESENTATION

1. Procedure 50% (preparation, materials, correct steps, etc)

CRITERIA:

2. Presentation 30% (jingle, exhibit, packaging, quantity, flyers)

3. Team Work 15% (participation, harmony, peer relations)

4. Decorum 5% (proper conduct, professionalism)

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