Tiêu đề NCM 113 MIDTERMS- RLE ✅

NCM 113 MIDTERMS RLE BY TONS AND MADS LEVEL 2 NOTES ^^ I. TRADITIONAL MEDICINE TRADITIONAL MEDICINE - health practices, approaches, knowledge & beliefs incorporating plant, animal & mineral based medicines, spiritual therapies, manual techniques and exercises, applied singularly or in combination to treat, diagnose and prevent illnesses or maintain well-being (Fokunang et al., 2011). DOH 13 APPROVED HERBAL PLANTS Despite advances in medical industry, some Fils especially in rural areas and poor, still use herbal plants as remedy to common ailments like coughs and colds. Most of these herbal users do not only proclaim effectiveness, in fact some herbs contain powerful if not miracle properties that can treat such as dengue asthma and even cancer Following RA8423 traditional and alternative medicine act signed by former president fidel v ramos in 1997, DOH has endorsed list of scientifically validated herbal plants in country 1.Sambong (Blumea camphor). Blumea balsamifera. Family: Asteraceae, wild aromatic shrub that grows in tropical climate areas PH, India, africa, eastern himalayas. a.Kidney Stones b.Wounds, Cuts, Rheumatism, Colds, Coughs c.Anti-Diarrhea & Anti Spasms d.Roots & Leaves: Fevers And Headaches e.Tea: Colds & Coughs f. Juice: Cuts & Wounds 2. Akapulko (Acapulco/Ringworm bush). Cassia alata | Family: Leguminosae - Acapulko shrubs can be found anywhere in PH, and have different names in various languages in the region. One of which is palochina. leaves have the most medicinal value and treats skin diseases - not advisable for pregnant women for it could induce abortion a.Tinea Infection, Insect Bites, Ringworms, Eczema, Scabies & Itchiness b.Bronchitis & Dyspnea; Relieving Symptoms Of Asthma; c.Laxative For Intestinal Parasites d.Cough And Fever 3. Ampalaya (Bitter gourd) Momordica charantia | Family: Cucurbitaceae -widely grown in asia, africa and caribbean w/c are tropical and subtropical zones; mostly used in meal preparation along w/eggs fish and other meat dishes. Unfortunately its bitter taste drives kids away, ignoring its nutritional value. -One of reasons DOH endorses this because of its power to heal patients w/ diabetes; it contains a hypoglycemic polypeptide plants insulin that is responsible for lowering blood sugar a.Diabetes (Hypoglycemic Polypeptide) b.Other Health Benefits: Hemorrhoids, Coughs, & Anti-Inflammatory, Body Detoxification & Removal Of Nicotine, Fertility Regulation, strengthening the immune system 4. Bawang (Garlic) Aium sativum | Family: Amaryllidaceae -apart from being stable alternative medicine, garlic has always been very useful in kitchen. a.Infections (Antibacterial, Anti Inflammatory) b.Lowering Down Cholesterol And Bp Levels c. Immune System 5. Bayabas (Guava – leaves) Psidium guajava | Family: Myrtaceae -not only vegetables who have magical ability for healing of healing rather fruits too; leaves serve as first aid to open wounds, contains antibacterial and anti-allergy properties that soothe wound and keeps intestines healthy 6. Lagundi (5-leaved chaste tree) Vitex negundo | Family: Lamiaceae -before became common ingredient in cough syrups and capsules, already widely used by fils in treating wounds and pain medication; each part of this herbal plant has been utilized in curing various ailments; leaves are used to ease headaches and cleanses ulcer a.SEEDS: SKIN DISEASES b.FLOWERS: DIARRHEA AND CHOLERA c.BLACK FRUIT: RELIEVE AND REGULATE ANY INTESTINAL DISCOMFORT d.ROOTS: RHEUMATISM AND DYSENTERY e.OTHER: ASTHMA Several clinical trials have already tested and validated its effectiveness especially in treating respiratory diseases 7. Niyog-niyogan (Rangoon creeper) Combretum indicum | Family: Combretaceae -commonly mistaken as coconut; type of vine that washes away intestinal parasites due to its deworming properties; a.DEWORMING PROPERTIES b.TREAT HEADACHES, DIARRHEA, FEVER, AND PAINFUL URINATION 8. Tsaang gubat (Scorpion bush) Ehretia microphylla | Family: Boraginaceae - “wild tea”; treat skin allergies\eczema scabies and itchiness after childbirth; contains properties that can treat mild psoriasis; based on clinical research the extraction may also improve symptoms of allergic rhinitis 9. Pansit-pansitan /ulasimang bato (Clear weed/silver bush) Peperomia pellucida | Family: Piperaceae -usually mixed as part of salad; treating arthritis & gout; cure several health conditions abscesses, abdominal pain skin sores, conjunctivitis, measles and kidney stones a.Health Conditions: Abscesses, Abdominal Pain, Sores, Conjunctivitis, Measles, & Kidney Stones b.Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic, & Antidiabetic 10. Yerba Buena (Mint) Clinopodium douglasii | Family: Lamiaceae -one of oldest household remedies in PH; tea concoction analgesic to elevate body aches caused by rheumatism and gout;relieve aches on tooth and stomach a.Analgesic To Alleviate Body Aches Such As Rheumatism And Gout b.Relieve Aches On The Tooth And Stomach. 11. Malunggay (Horseradish tree /Drumstick tree) Moringa oleifera | Family: Moringaceae 1