Herbs in DBSecrets Moringa Ginger Tea and their Benefits
Benefit of luyang dilaw (Turmeric)
▪Vomiting, Motion sickness, nausea Luya or Ginger's has been known and used widely for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated in motion sickness. chemotheraphy, morning sickness and has been known to be safe even for pregnant women and children.
▪Anti infectious: Antibacterial, anti fungal, anti parasitic. Luya or Ginger's effects against infection have also been confirmed by laboratory science to kill cold viruses at a concentration of less than one part per million. Ginger contains a chemical called zingibain that kills and dissolves parasites and their eggs.
▪Anti inflammatory and antioxidant activity when included in diet. Luya or ginger may also be applied externally to support inflammation related to arthritis, rheumatism, menstrual cramps, sprains and lumbago.
▪Cholesterol control, Heart Disease: Luya or Ginger has shown to inhibit cholesterol production in the liver. Studies suggest ingestion of Luya or Ginger has beneficial effect to decrease the activity of platelet-activating factor (PAF), PAF causes platelets to aggregate (clotting) and blood vessels to dilate. With decreased PAF, blood clotting is likewise reduced which is a cause of stroke or heart attack
▪Anti-allergy and anti-inflammation: Studies shown that high platelet activating factor stimulates inflammation in allergy and bronchial constriction associated in asthma. Luya or ginger's ability to decrease PAF would suggest that it may also help as remedy for allergy and asthma.
▪Rheumatism and arthritis Ginger or Luya has been used to alleviate inflammation and pain associated with arthritis and rheumatism.
▪Other benefuts of luyang dilaw Colds, cough, sore throat, hoarseness, asthma and bronchitis; Nasal congestion, Ginger or Luya tea are widely known for the treatment of colds, cough, sore throat, hoarseness even for asthma and bronchitis. It is also taken as ginger ale.
Benefits of Sambong (Blumea Balsamifera) ▪Sambong as diuretic for hypertension and fluid retention. Sambong herbal tea is used as a diuretic for fluid retention and hypertension conditions. Sambong herbal tea incites the body to urinate thereby removing excess body fluids and sodium. Clinical studies have shown that high levels of sodium in the blood is a major cause of hypertension.
▪Sambong delay or averts renal failure . The Philippine National Kidney and Transplant Institute recommends taking sambong herbal medicine for patients with renal problems. Favorable results were noted that sambong may help to delay or avert dialysis or even kidney transplant.
▪Sambong for the Dissolution of Kidney Stones. The Philippine Department of Health (DOH) has been promoting Sambong herbal tea as a diuretic and for the dissolution of kidney stones. Sambong has been recently registered in the Bureau of Foods and Drugs as medicine.
▪Sambong as Anticancer: Sambong contains methanolic extract that has been found to have therapeutic activity against hepatocellular carcinoma cells. A study of sambong (balsamifera) extract inhibits the activity in rat and human hepatocellular carcinoma cells without cytotoxicity. This study suggest a possible therapeutic effect of sambong extracts (balsamifera) in the treatment of hepatoma cancer patients.
▪Sambong as Antibacterial and Antifungi: A Phytochemical study indicates that sambong leaves contains the chemicals icthyothereol acetate, cyptomeridiol, lutein and ß-carotene that has been found to have positive activity against microbes such as A niger, T mentagrophytes and C albicans. Results also showed activity against P aeruginosa, S aureus, B subtilis and E coli.
▪Other medicinal benefits of sambong
Stomach pain reliever
Hypertension and Rheumatism treatment
Good as a diuretic agent
For fever, coughs and cold treatment
Removes worms
Dysentery and sore throat treatment
Effective in dissolving kidney stones
Benefits of Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
Lagundi is also known for its analgesic effect that helps alleviate pain and discomfort. Other traditional benefits that are derived from the use of Lagundi are as follows:
▪Relief of asthma & pharyngitis
▪Recommended relief of rheumatism, dyspepsia, boils, diarrhea
▪Treatment of cough, colds, fever and flu and other bronchopulmonary disorders
▪Alleviate symptoms of Chicken Pox
▪Removal of worms, and boils
Benefit of tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus)
▪Prevents cancer Research shows intake of lemon grass tea provides a certain substance called citral in the body that causes apoptosis in cancer cells. This means the cancerous cells kill themselves off following regular intake of this tea. Moreover, citral does not cause any harm to the normal body cells and it only acts on cancer cells. Taking one fever grass tea cup provides adequate citral amounts to ward off cancer. ▪Boosts digestion Consuming lemon grass tea following a meal might prevent the development of several gastrointestinal problems. The active part of lemon grass tea, citral, encourages a highly effective digestion process. Flatulence and stomach cramping are easily avoided by drinking this tea regularly.
▪Diuretic properties Herbal practitioners claim that lemon grass tea has strong diuretic effects and consuming it might assist lessen too much retention of water in the body. It is mostly considered safe and you can even sweeten your tea using honey. It has cleansing effects as well that assist in liver and kidney detoxification.
▪Skin benefits Frequent lemon grass tea intake enhances skin health through lessening the development of pimples and acne. It tones the tissues and muscles, which guard against skin inflammation. The other method that lemon grass tea improves skin health is by encouraging proper blood flow to the skin. Adequate nutrients are supplied to the skin, thereby offering a natural glow. When consumed internally in commended doses, lemon grass tea is not linked to any significant or bothersome side effects
Health benefits of Guyabano (Soursop,Graviola)
▪Helps the body produce energy Guyabano can supply enough good amount of thiamin which is needed in the process of converting sugar into usable energy.
▪Keep bones healthy Guyabano is loaded with calcium about 25 percent as prevention from bone loss.
▪Boots cholesterol levels Guyabano is a good source of niacin which known as vitamin that is significant for a good cholesterol levels.
▪Prevents anemia An iron provider which prevents blood disorder.
▪Prevents migraine This fruit carries riboflavin which helps in the prevention of headache.
▪Prevents Constipation Soursop is rich in fiber which can aid in losing weight and lowers the risk of colon problems.
▪Prevents urinary tract infection A good source of Vitamin C, which helps in decreasing the number of harmful bacteria present in the urinary tract.
▪Prevents leg cramps Like banana, guyabano is also a good source of potassium which fight against muscle weakness.
▪Prevents water retention It helps women lessen their premenstrual symptoms.
▪Prevents pregnancy complications Folate is present in soursop fruit which prevents deficiency in pregnant women in order to prevent pregnancy loss.
▪Weight reducer Guyabano offers you fiber which helps you rationalized your digestive process and avoid from some digestion disorder as well as reduce your appetite from craving.
Medical uses of malunggay (Moringa)
▪Combating malnutrition Used to combat malnutrition, especially among infants and nursing mothers vitamins A, B and C, calcium, iron and protein.
▪Anti infectious: Antibacterial; Anti Fungal, Malunggay or Moringa Oleifera leaves contain a compound "pterygospermin" that is known in medical science as having antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti fungal properties.
▪Anti Cancer Malunggay or Moringa has been shown in studies to have an anti-tumor capacity. Moringa contains benzyl isothiocyanate. There are many studies that have shown this chemical and compounds derived thereof to have anti-cancer and chemo-protective capabilities.
This chemo-protective aspect is critical for those who are battling cancer; this helps strengthen cells so that they can tolerate chemotherapy. Malunggay is also considered in the treatment of prostate cancer and skin cancer.
▪Anti-inflammatory Malunggay has been found to inhibit inflammation in a controlled scientific study conducted by Philippine DOST Scientists. The Malunggay is traditionally used to prevent and treat inflammations associated with rheumatism, arthritis and joint pains.
▪Reproductive health. Malunggay or Moringa Oleifera is widely believed to have an aphrodisiac action that enhances the sexual activity. Malunggay or moringa oleifera young leaves is also widely used to increase the flow of milk for lactating mothers.
Diabetes & Complications leading to Kidney Diseases
High Blood Pressure, Stroke and Heart Diseases
Obesity brought on by Malnutrition (overfed-undernourished)
Tumors & Cancer
Lupus, Arthritis & other Auto-Immune Diseases
Glaucoma – Blindness
Skin Diseases
Prostate Enlargement & Prostate Cancer
Hepatitis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Additionally, Moringa has been shown to bring relief from the ravages of HIV and AIDS,
Benefits of ashitaba (Angelica Kinesis)
▪Look younger:
ashitaba keeps degenerative diseases from occuring.
Your kidney, liver sensation of the over all body will be functioning better too!
ashitaba has the power to rejuvenate your body's cell properties.
It also has growth hormones booster.
Within weeks of drinking ashitaba tea, you will feel noticeable difference in the glow of your skin straight away.
This can be a good alternative to glutathione supplements which has the effect of the detoxifying and purifying your liver and at the same time whitening your skin complexion somehow as it goes through your blood stream.
▪Fights against diabetes: If you are nearing the line to having high blood sugar, regularly taking ashitaba can make you normal again. Ashitaba contains rich potassium and manganesse that ease diabetes.
▪Ashitaba is a tonic to speed up the elimination of waste from your body. ▪Ashitaba is used for heartburn (gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD), ▪ stomach ulcer, ▪high blood pressure, ▪high cholesterol, ▪Gout, ▪constipation, and ▪hey fever. ▪it is also used for cancer, ▪small pox, ▪fluid retention, ▪blood clots and ▪use to increase the flow of milk.
Benefits of coconut sugar
▪Low glyxemic index safe and natural alternative for diabetic and overweight.
▪Phosphorus needed for bone growth, kidney function, and cell growth.
▪Potassium helpful in treating high blood pressure.
▪Magnesium essential for enzymes activity calcium and potassium uptake
▪Calcium vital for bone and teeth for muscle growth and contraction
▪Zinc called "intelligence mineral" required for mental development and healthy reproductive organs (prostate glands)
▪Iron
Vital for healthy bloods, its deficiency is associated with mental development, problem with immune system.
▪Chloride ions
Provides electrical neutrality (acid-based body balance) and correct pressure of body fluids: balance charges in human nervous system