Natural Remedies for Toothache

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What method is suggested for pain relief from bruises and wounds?

Mix with alcohol

Crush leaves and apply juice (correct)

Soak in boiling water

Chew the leaves

How should one prepare a decoction for headache relief?

Soak leaves in cold water

Boil chopped leaves in alcohol

Boil chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes (correct)

Crush leaves and mix with honey

What is the recommended use for the sap of the plant?

Apply directly to insect bites

Drink it for menstrual pain

Dilute in water and wash wounds

Soak cotton and apply to a tooth cavity (correct)

What treatment involves crushing leaves and applying to the nostrils?

Nausea and Fainting Signup and view all the answers

For menstrual pain, what is the recommended method?

Drink boiled leaves infusion Signup and view all the answers

What should be done for pruritus according to the remedies listed?

Boil plants in water and use as a wash Signup and view all the answers

How can the leaves be used to treat rheumatism or arthritis?

Crush and apply paste Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mixing plant parts with alcohol?

To make a tincture Signup and view all the answers

What potential risk is associated with eating certain foods directly after preparation?

It may cause an ulcer in the patient. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct scientific name of guava?

Psidium guajava Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recognized property of guava in folkloric medicine?

Antidepressant Signup and view all the answers

How should bitter melon be prepared for treating diabetes?

Boil chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for taking an infusion of guava for effectiveness?

Three times a day after meals. Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in the preparation of herbal medicine?

Covering the pot while boiling. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an appropriate use of herbal medicine as mentioned in the content?

For washing wounds. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method to alleviate toothache using the properties of guava?

Apply pounded leaves to the affected area. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of treatment in the discussed therapies?

Functional disturbances and neurophysiological effects Signup and view all the answers

Which practice involves the manipulation of the spine and limbs?

Chiropractic care Signup and view all the answers

What are herbal medicines primarily composed of?

Active ingredients from plant materials Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy is synonymous with nutritional healing?

Nutritional therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of pranic healing?

To balance energy Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is primarily addressed by nutritional therapy?

Enhancing food nutritional value Signup and view all the answers

What type of disturbances do the therapies aim to relieve?

Static and dynamic of the locomotor system Signup and view all the answers

Which of these describes a crude state of herbal medicine?

Unsophisticated plant materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of the herb Sambong?

To treat kidney stones and gout Signup and view all the answers

How should the leaves of Akapulko be prepared for use?

Boil chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of drinking the decoction made from Sambong?

Three times a day Signup and view all the answers

What condition is Tsaang Gubat primarily used to treat?

Diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Akapulko is incorrect?

It is a native plant in the Philippines. Signup and view all the answers

What preparation method is recommended for treating diarrhea with leaves?

Boil the chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes and drink. Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used to create a massage sap for pain relief?

Massaging with crushed leaves of Yerba Buena. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the uses of Blumea balsamifera?

To treat tinea infections. Signup and view all the answers

What is the preparation method for using herbal medicine from plants in the Philippines?

Boiling a handful of leaves and flowers in water Signup and view all the answers

How often can decoction be consumed for health benefits?

Three times a day Signup and view all the answers

What condition can Yerba Buena (Mentha cordifolia) help alleviate?

Cold symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a method of using herbs for treating swollen gums?

Steeping 6 g of fresh plant in boiling water for gargling Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the preparation of herbal medicine?

Infusion should be steeped for 10-15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using Yerba Buena?

Curing diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What cultural factors influence the use of medicinal plants in the Philippines?

Culture, history, and heritage Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended boiling time for preparing a decoction?

20 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Herbal Medicine in the Philippines

Herbal medicine includes traditional practices using local plants for health benefits, integrating culture and heritage.
Ten primary medicinal plants recognized for their therapeutic properties:
- Akapulko (Cassia alata)
- Bawang (Allium sativum)
- Bayabas (Psidium guajava)
- Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
- Niyog-niyugan (Quisqualis indica)
- Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)
- Tsaang gubat (Ehretia microphylla)
- Pansit-pansitan (Peperomia pellucida)
- Yerba Buena (Mentha cordifolia)
- Ampalaya (Momordica charantia)

Poultice and Decoction Uses

A poultice can relieve toothaches by soaking cotton in sap and placing it in the cavity.
For menstrual and gas pain, boil leaves in water and drink the infusion.
Bruises and wounds can be treated with leaf juice or a paste from crushed leaves.
Nausea and fainting can be alleviated by crushing leaves and placing them at the patient's nostrils.
Skin conditions like pruritus can be treated by boiling plants in water for washes.

Yerba Buena Application

Known for its analgesic properties, helpful for aches and coughs.
For swollen gums, steep fresh plant in boiling water for 30 minutes as a gargle.
Toothaches can be addressed by massaging sap from the plant on the painful area.

Sambong Benefits

Effective against kidney stones and gout; assists as a diuretic.
Chopped leaves can be boiled for 15 minutes, divided into three doses and consumed throughout the day.
Helps manage diarrhea by boiling leaves and consuming the decoction.

Akapulko and Other Treatments

Akapulko is revered for treating skin conditions such as ringworm and scabies.
Fresh leaves can be pounded and applied to affected areas for fungal infections.
Guava leaves possess antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties suitable for wound cleaning.

Ampalaya and Nutritional Uses

Ampalaya aids in managing diabetes, burns, and coughs.
Its leaves can be boiled and consumed to maintain blood sugar levels.
The plant is under study for potential anticancer properties.

Herbal Medicine Preparation Guidelines

Use clay pots for boiling herbal medicine, avoiding insecticides on plants to prevent toxicity.
Boil only the recommended part and follow exact dosages for preparation.
Ensure accurate boiling time to retain the medicinal qualities.

Additional Healing Approaches

Nutritional therapy emphasizes using food to improve health and mitigate disease risks.
Pranic healing focuses on energy balance as a holistic healing method.

Key Reminders

Internal organs may react positively to well-prepared herbal remedies.
Continuous assessment of symptoms is crucial for determining the efficacy of herbal treatments.

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Explore effective natural remedies for alleviating toothache and other pains using natural ingredients. This quiz covers methods such as poultices and herbal infusions that can provide relief from toothaches and menstrual discomfort. Test your knowledge on these remedies and their applications.