What sambong can cure?

As a diuretic, sambong is an herb used to treat urolithiasis (urinary tract or kidney stones) and urinary tract infections, and thus reduces high blood pressure. Sambong works as an expectorant, an anti-diarrheal and an anti-spasmotic, all of which treat some symptoms of the common cold.

How many times should I drink sambong tea?

Normal daily intake of water is 6-8 glasses/day. Usual Adult Dose: RE-LEAF 250 mg: 4 tablets 3 times a day. RE-LEAF FORTE 500 mg: 2 tablets 3 times a day. Or as prescribed by the physician.

Is sambong safe?

This antiurolithic and diuretic drug formulation derived from sambong leaves is included in the Philippine National Formulary. It provides a clinically-proven effective yet affordable, safe, and non-invasive alternative to expensive treatments for kidney stones and edema. Sambong tablet is a patented technology.

What is the benefits of Gabon leaves?

Banaba is a medium-sized tree. Its leaves have been used to treat diabetes in folk medicine for centuries. In addition to their anti-diabetic properties, banaba leaves offer health benefits, such as antioxidant, cholesterol-lowering, and anti-obesity effects.

Which is the best medicinal plant?

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• Turmeric.
• Evening primrose oil.
• Flax seed.
• Tea tree oil.
• Echinacea.
• Grapeseed extract.
• Lavender.
• Chamomile.

How do you propagate sambong?

Sambong plant cannot be produced rapidly because it is conventionally propagated from root cuttings and stolons (with three or more leaves) taken from the sides of the main plant. The rising demand for sambong as a herbal medicine calls for increased production of this plant.

What is the side effect of sambong?

Sambong can cause allergic reaction for people sensitive to ragweed plants and its relatives. Side effect may include itching and skin irritation.

Is sambong anti inflammatory?

Sambong has antimicrobial properties that help in a lot of diseases. Coupled with its anti-inflammatory chemicals, sambong can be used to help in the treatment of diarrhea and stomach-ache; skin problems, like worms and boils; sore throat; and rheumatism.

What are the side effects of sambong?

Is sambong good for kidney?

A herbal medicine that is clinically proven to dissolve kidney stones, and reduce size and number of urinary tract stones.

What are the 5 medicinal plants?

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• Chamomile. (Flower) Considered by some to be a cure-all, chamomile is commonly used in the U.S. for anxiety and relaxation.
• Echinacea. (Leaf, stalk, root)
• Feverfew. (Leaf)
• Garlic. (Cloves, root)
• Ginger. (Root)
• Gingko. (Leaf)
• Ginseng. (Root)
• Goldenseal. (Root, rhizome)

What can Sambong leaves be used for in medicine?

Sambong leaves are known for its ngai or Blumea camphor that is used as herbal medicine to treat kidney stones, wounds and cuts, rheumatism, anti-diarrhea, anti spasms, colds and coughs and hypertension. The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has develop the technology for a sambong herbal medicine tablet.

How tall does a Sambong plant grow to be?

Its height ranges from 1.5 to 3 meters, with stems that grow for up to 2.5 centimeters. It is an anti-urolithiasis and work as a diuretic. It is used to aid the treatment of kidney disorders. The Sambong leaves can also be used to treat colds and mild hypertension.

Where can I buy powdered Sambong in the Philippines?

Powdered Sambong leaves are available in 250 mg tablets at the DOH’s Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC) Telephone # (632) 727-6199. Preparation & Use: • A decoction (boil in water) of Sambong leaves as like tea and drink a glass 3 or 4 times a day.

What kind of oils are in Sambong plant?

Volatile oils are made up of l-camphor and l-borneol as well as saponins, limonene, tannins, palmitin and myristic acid. The plant has a number of potential health benefits because of its medicinal actions.