Traditional Herbal Remedies Quiz

Study Notes

Sambong

Known for anti-edema, diuretic, and anti-urolithiasis properties.
Preparation involves boiling chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes until reduced to one glass.
Decoction is divided into three parts; consume one part three times a day.
For diarrhea, boil chopped leaves in water for 15 minutes and drink every 3 hours.

Akapulko

Effective against fungal infections like tinea flava, ringworm, athlete's foot, and scabies.
Fresh, mature leaves are pounded and applied to the infected area 1-2 times daily.

Niyog-Niyogan

Utilized as an anti-helmintic (worm expeller).
Seeds are taken two hours after supper; if worms are not expelled, the dose may be repeated after a week.
Caution: Not for children under 4 years old.

Tsaang-Gubat

Used for treating diarrhea and stomachaches.
Diarrhea treatment involves boiling chopped leaves in 2 glasses of water for 15 minutes and dividing the decoction into four parts, taking one part every 3 hours.
For stomachache, boil leaves in 1 glass of water for 15 minutes, cool, and strain.

Ampalaya (Bitter Melon)

Benefits mild non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.
Chopped leaves are boiled in a glass of water for 15 minutes without covering.
Consume 1/3 cup three times a day after meals.

Lagundi

Treats asthma, cough, fever, dysentery, colds, and pain.
Decoction involves boiling raw fruits or leaves in 2 glasses of water for 15 minutes.
For skin diseases, wash the affected area with the decoction.
For headache, crush leaves and apply to the forehead, and for rheumatism, pound leaves and apply to affected areas.

Ulasimang Bato

Lowers uric acid levels, beneficial for rheumatism and gout.
Boil one and a half cups of leaves in two glasses of water without covering the pot.
Divide into three parts and drink each part three times a day.

Bawang (Garlic)

Used to manage hypertension; can be fried, roasted, soaked in vinegar, or blanched in boiling water.
Recommended dosage is 2 pieces three times a day after meals.
For toothache, pound a small piece of garlic and apply it to the affected area.

Bayabas (Guava)

Effective for washing wounds; can be used twice daily.
Alleviates diarrhea when consumed 3-4 times a day.
Warm decoction is suitable as a gargle; freshly pounded leaves can treat toothaches.
Boil chopped leaves for 15 minutes, strain after cooling.

Yerba Buena

Relieves pain, including headache and stomachache, by boiling chopped leaves in 2 glasses of water for 15 minutes.
Divide decoction into two parts, and consume one part every three hours.
Its sap can be massaged onto painful areas for rheumatism and arthritis relief.
Benefits in treating cough and cold when soaked in hot water as tea.
Useful for swollen gums and toothache; fresh sap is applied directly or used as a gargle.
Helps with menstrual and gas pain via an infusion, while crushed leaves can alleviate nausea and fainting.
Treats insect bites and pruritis with crushed leaves or decoction wash.

Description

Test your knowledge on various traditional herbal remedies including Sambong, Akapulko, Niyog-Niyogan, and Tsaang-Gubat. This quiz covers their medicinal properties, preparation methods, and recommended uses. Perfect for those interested in herbal medicine and natural treatments.