Bidara (Ziziphus mauritiana)

 

Bidara leaves contain lots of antioxidants. The content is able to fight free radical attacks that cause disease. In fact, the antioxidants in bidara leaves can prevent the growth of cancer cells. However, more research is still needed to really confirm these benefits. Not only against free radical attacks, there are still many benefits of bidara that are useful for the health of your body.

Maintain healthy skin

There are several benefits of bidara leaves for the face that you can get. Starting from treating eczema, acne, or other conditions that make the skin inflamed. Apart from using it directly, you can also consume these natural ingredients.

By consuming bidara leaves regularly, the appearance of signs of aging, such as wrinkles, can be disguised and skin elasticity is maintained. Not only that, the wounds on your skin can also heal faster with bidara leaves.

Strengthens bones

The next benefit of bidara leaves is to strengthen your bones. Bidara leaves contain a lot of calcium, phosphorus, and iron which the bones need to stay strong.

Try to consume bidara leaves regularly so that the bones are not easily porous in old age.

Lower blood pressure

If you suffer from hypertension or high blood pressure, try to consume bidara leaves. Bidara leaves have a lot of potassium and vitamin B complex which can lower your blood pressure to normal limits.

Increase energy

Bidara leaves can increase energy. In addition to increasing energy, the content in bidara leaves can reduce fatigue because it works on the nervous system effectively.

Cleans blood vessels

Bidara leaves effectively clean your blood vessels. The benefits of bidara leaves come from the alkaloid and saponin content. This type of antioxidant is able to clean toxins that accumulate in blood vessels.

This means that the risk of plaque formation that can block blood flow can be prevented. That way, your body will avoid various types of diseases because blood vessels can work more optimally.

Lose weight

If you want to lose weight, don't forget to include bidara leaves in your healthy diet menu. Bidara leaves contain lots of protein and fiber and few calories so they can keep you full longer.

Reduces stress

Apart from doing hobbies and relaxation activities, stress can also be controlled by consuming bidara leaves. You can get the benefits of bidara leaves when you use it in the form of oil.

The aroma that comes out will relax the body and mind so that stress hormones can drop.

Peppermint

 

You can find mint or peppermint leaves in a variety of servings. Starting from drinks, cooking mixes, to essential oils. Despite their small size, the benefits of mint leaves need not be doubted because they contain nutrients that are good for the body. What are the benefits?

 

1. Relieves headaches

A 2016 study by Heinze and other Berlin researchers showed that using mint leaf essential oil is as effective as acetylsalicylic acid or paracetamol in relieving tension headaches.

The benefits of mint leaf essential oil can be used as a therapy for treating acute headaches in adults and children over 6 years.

2. Overcoming bad breath

There's a reason chewing gum, toothpaste, mouthwash, or mouth freshener use mint leaves as the main ingredient. Apparently, mint leaves have properties in eliminating bad breath (halistosis). So, using a mint-based product can get rid of bad breath for a few hours.

The fragrance of these leaves can indeed cover up bad breath. However, these leaves cannot reduce the bacteria that cause bad breath. Apart from using products containing peppermint, you can chew mint leaves raw or make a tea stew from these leaves.

3. Relieves symptoms of premenstrual syndrome

During menstruation, many women experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or premenstrual syndrome. PMS, one of which is stomach cramps. This condition occurs because the muscles around the uterus are contracting. If you are one of those who experience this condition, you can take advantage of mint leaves.

4. Improve function and brain health

This essential oil can improve concentration, sharpen memory, and increase the speed at which the brain's tasks are processed in the person who inhales it.

Researchers explained that of the 3 tasks assigned to the brain, two of them had a high concentration level in the presence of essential oil from mint leaves.

In addition, the essential oil properties of mint leaves which are also healthy for the brain is to help relieve stress and anxiety.

5. Helps sleep better

As explained earlier, essential oil from mint leaves can relieve anxiety and stress. Well, this property also has an impact on the quality of sleep in people who are stressed or have anxiety disorders.

People with this condition often experience insomnia. They sometimes have trouble getting to sleep, continue to wake up at night, or wake up very early and can't continue sleeping again. With the benefits of mint leaves, chances are they can sleep well. There may also be benefits by drinking this tea before bed.

Healthy tips for consuming mint leaves

 

You can get the benefits of mint leaves by consuming the leaves directly or using the oil extract.

In choosing which mint leaves are good and suitable for consumption, choose leaves that have a bright green surface and are not stained. To last longer, store mint leaves in a plastic bag or plastic container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Basically, you can also cultivate or grow your own mint at home. Mint is a plant that does not need a large area or pot. Plant mint seeds in small pots, place them in the kitchen window where there is sunlight.

Water it diligently, within a few weeks the mint is ready to pick and use. Planting mint in your home environment can also help repel ants and flies, as these animals tend to dislike mint's scent.

Like many other herbs, mint leaves can also have side effects on the body. Using too much peppermint essential oil can be toxic.

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

 

 

 

Lemon balm is a herbal plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family and has the Latin name Melissa officinalis. Lemon balm is a plant originating from the European and Mediterranean regions which is then widely cultivated in European regions.

Lemon balm was first introduced in the 7th century in Spain which was eventually used massively by all European communities as a herbal medicine in curing several diseases. Lemon balm was later introduced to America during wartime.

Lemon Balm Benefits For Health

Lemon balm with its nutritional content and compounds can provide considerable health benefits. Here are some of the benefits of lemon balm for body health:

1. Anti-inflammatory

Lemon balm is known to have anti-inflammatory properties in the body. This is because lemon balm has several compounds that can heal inflammation and also relieve pain in the body.

Anti-inflammatory compounds found in lemon bal, among others, rosmarinic acid, phosphorus and linalool. These three compounds have different roles in overcoming inflammation in the body.

One example is rosmarinic acid which can inhibit the sending of pain signals by the spinal cord to the brain which can ultimately relieve pain feelings in inflammation. In addition, phosphorus compounds also play a role in relaxing the nerves and muscles in the body, which makes inflammation heal faster

2. Overcoming Insomnia

Lemon balm can also be used to treat insomnia in the body. This is because lemon balm has a citrus scent that can calm the nerve cells and smooth muscle found in the brain so that a person can relax and sleep easily.

In addition, lemon balm that is consumed or processed into tea and then drunk will provide good properties to prevent insomnia, namely by holding the brain from releasing hormones that can affect a person's emotions, so sleep easier and less agitated.

3. Prevent Cancer

One of the other benefits of lemon balm is that it can prevent cancer in the body. This is because lemon balm leaves contain compounds such as flavonoids, phenolics, limonene, alkaloids and terpinenes.

These compounds have different roles in preventing cancer in the body. One example of the role of these compounds, namely compounds such as terpinenes and alkaloids is known to damage cancer cells because of their cytotoxic properties.

In addition, flavonoids, phenolic and limonene are compounds that have a role in preventing the process of proliferation in cancer cells, so that cancer cells cannot develop and spread throughout the body's tissues.

4. Reducing Cholesterol Levels

Lemon balm leaves can also be used to reduce bad cholesterol levels in the body. This is because in lemon balm leaves there are several compounds, such as flavonoids, potassium, sterols, citronellol and several other compounds that can destroy bad cholesterol.

The compounds that have been mentioned above, have quite a complex role for the body, one of which is flavonoid compounds which are compounds that can dissolve in fat and make fat can be removed from the body.

In addition, potassium and sterols can destroy cholesterol that sticks to the walls of blood vessels which can block blood flow

5. Increase the Immune System

Lemon balm can also be used as an immune booster or to increase the immune system in the body. This is because the lemon balm leaves contain citronellol compounds which give lemon balm a slightly sour taste.

It is this citronellol compound that plays a role in increasing the responsiveness of the immune system to foreign pantogens that enter the body to increase, so that the body can overcome the disease earlier.

Lemon Balm Side Effects On Health

Although lemon balm is known to have quite a number of benefits, lemon balm can also cause side effects on the body. Here are some of the side effects of lemon balm on health:

1. Causes of Kidney Stones

Consuming too much lemon balm leaves continuously can cause side effects of kidney stones on the body. This is because in the lemon balm leaves there is a high content of oxalic acid compounds.

High levels of oxalic acid, if consumed continuously, can cause bonds with other compounds to form solid compounds that cannot be dissolved and cannot be digested by the body. As a result, these compounds will settle in the kidneys and result in the appearance of kidney stone disease

2. Anti Nutrition

Lemon balm leaves can also cause anti-nutritional side effects in the body if consumed in excess. This is because there are compounds such as acid oksalat and tannins which can result in binding to other compounds.

Compounds that have bound to oxalic acid and tannins in the body cannot be reused for nutritional fulfillment in the body. This is what can cause the body to experience nutritional deficiencies

Mahkota Dewa

Mahkota Dewa (Phaleria macrocarpa) is a plant native to Indonesia. Plants originating from Irian Jaya are usually used as shade plants or just ornamental plants in the yard of the house, but in some communities many use them as herbal medicines.

The crown of the deity can be used as medicine because the contents inside are very beneficial for the health of the body. Among them:

- Treating diabetes

the crown of the god contains saponins that can reduce blood sugar levels so that it can be used as a medicine for diabetics.

- Treating hepatitis

the alkaloid content of the crown of the god that acts as a detoxification can neutralize toxins and saponins in the crown of the god can be anti-virus and kill bacteria that are in the liver, and flavanoids that contain anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory) so that the crown of the god can treat hepatitis.

- Treating cancer and tumors

Treating rheumatism and gout, the crown of the god has a content that can improve blood circulation and also reduce blood clots so that it can treat rheumatism and gout if consumed regularly.

- Treating dysentery

- Treating eczema or itching

- anti allergy contained in the crown of the gods can cure allergies.

- Lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

- Boosts the body's immune system.

- Get rid of pimples.

Kapulaga

Kapulaga (Amomum Cardamomum)  has a very strong aroma compared to other spices. This strong aroma comes from the oil in the seeds of the spice. Cardamom is beneficial to health because it counteracts terpinine, borneol, eucalyptol and limonene.Some of the benefits of Cardamom for health include:

1. Boosts the immune system

 With the pathogen content and antibacterial substances possessed by cardamom plants, the disease-spreading bacteria will be destroyed. Disease will be difficult to enter the body because a strong antibody fortress has been built.

2. For bone health

Vitamin C and manganese are two substances that are needed by the bones to stay healthy and strong. Both of these substances are contained in cardamom. So, if you consume cardamom, then the bones will avoid the problem of loss or osteoporosis.

3. For heart health

By consuming cardamom, the heart can pump blood stably. Healthy heart activity will make blood circulation increase, thereby preventing blood pressure from being too low or too high.

4. For kidney health

Diuretic properties found in cardamom have been studied by several researchers. This research shows that diuretic properties have the ability to prevent diseases that have to do with the bladder. Including kidney disease.

5. Treat digestive disorders

Cardamom has natural ingredients that can make the stomach feel comfortable and make the digestion process smoothly.

7. Treat respiratory disorders

Anti-spasmodic can treat sore throats as well as coughs. You can do this by mixing cardamom stew with honey. Then drink the cooking water regularly.

Temulawak

Temulawak is a plant that produces rhizomes or root tubers. This plant has properties as an herbal or medicinal plant. These native Indonesian plants live in the plains of Maluku, Java and Kalimantan and belong to the ginger family.

Temulawak contains 48-59.64 percent starch, 1.6-2.2 percent curcumin and 1.48-1.63 percent essential oils and is believed to improve kidney and anti-inflammatory work. Here are some of the benefits of ginger for body health:

Prevent cancer

Temulawak is famous as the ginseng of Indonesia because it has many health benefits for the body. One of the benefits of ginger is to prevent and ward off free radicals that cause cancer cell growth. This herbal plant is believed to be able to help ward off and kill cancer cells even in advanced patients.

Overcoming Digestion Problems

Temulawak can stimulate the production of bile in the gallbladder, then it will help digestion and metabolism of food in the body.This herbal plant is also able to overcome flatulence and increase appetite for children. In addition, ginger is good for people who experience intestinal inflammation for a faster healing process.The curcumin content in ginger is a bioactive substance that is able to fight inflammation. So that ginger is one of the natural remedies in order to overcome a variety of inflammation, including intestinal inflammation.

Overcoming colds

Temulawak can make the body warmer, and reduce nausea caused by colds.

Prevents Acne

Wild Ginger has astringent properties. These compounds are useful for reducing the production of excess oil which causes acne. In addition, the antiseptic content in ginger can also clean the skin from bacteria that cause acne.

Reducing the Risk of Heart Disease
Curcumin in ginger can improve endothelial function which is a layer of blood vessels. Referring to this, temulawak will regulate blood pressure so that it remains normal.

Lempuyang

Lempuyang (Zingeber Amaricans) has properties that are believed to treat various diseases. Besides being used as traditional medicine, this spice can also be used for cooking spices and also ornamental plants. Here are some of the properties of lempuyang:

1. Relieve itching due to allergies

One of the main properties of Lempuyang is relieve itching due to food allergies or external wounds. Consumed regularly as an herbal ingredient, it is very effective in relieving itching, which keeps your skin well-maintained.

2. Overcoming weakness and blurred vision

Lempuyang has a function as a platelet enhancer in the blood so that it can overcome the feeling of weakness and eye health

3. Increase appetite

dense activity and a body that is less fit, sometimes decreases appetite. Lempuyang can increase appetite.

4. Overcoming seizures

After giving birth, the thing most often faced by women is swelling in the legs. Besides consuming healthy and nutritious food, we can also use lempuyang as a treatment interlude. Swelling due to childbirth will immediately disappear along with your routine eating lempuyang.