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Herbs of Medicinal Importance

Introduction 

Do you know that drugs and vaccines are produced from herbs? Before the advent of modern medicine, there was traditional medicine that used local herbs to treat diseases. Plants may not be edible quite alright but, they can be taken as herbs to cure certain ailments. This is not necessarily saying herbs are better than drugs, but it is as potent as drugs. In this article, we will mention a few popular herbs and the diseases they cure.   

 

Bitter Leaves: Its Medical Importance

Popularly known for its very bitter taste which gave it the name, bitter leaf, this herb has uncountable functions in the world of medicine according to research. If you know anyone suffering from any kidney-related diseases such as prostate cancer, frequent urination with discomfort, and hepatitis among others, you can recommend that they take a glass of bitter leaf juice consistently for three months; it will cure these diseases. Aside from this, bitter leaf juice is known to lower high blood sugar levels in patients suffering from high blood sugar in the body. In the same vein, it also regulates the cholesterol level in the body. 

 

Dandelion Leaves: Its Importance

If you have a family history of breast cancer, brain cancer, colon cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer you should normalize drinking dandelion leaves tea. Pluck 10 – 12 dandelion leaves and boil for like 10 -15 minutes, allow the tea to cool and drink twice daily. This might feel strange but it works like magic due to the properties the dandelion leaves possess. 

 

How to Use Guava Leaves and Pineapple with Ginger and Cloves

Guava leaves are known to cure stomach ulcers, abdominal pains, acid reflux, and stomach disorders. If you notice that you frequently experience abdominal pains and discomfort, cut 10 – 12 guava leaves and boil for 15 – 20 minutes. Drink a teacup twice daily and you can also decide to chew the leaves for immediate pain relief. For general body pains including waist and back pains, cut the crown of pineapples with ginger and cloves into smaller pieces. Boil everything together for 30 minutes and drink 100ml thrice daily. You will not only wake up refreshed but you’ll also feel energized. 

 

Conclusion 

According to several scientific researches, these herbs have been medically proven to cure the above-mentioned ailments. While these herbs are beneficial to the body, it is important to note that they mustn’t be used excessively. Ideally, a combination of both modern and traditional medicine offers the best outcome under appropriate medical guidance. 

 

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