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==News About Shiny Bush (Pansit Pansitan) == | ==News About Shiny Bush (Pansit Pansitan) == | ||
'''The Anti-inflammatory Properties of Pansit-pansitan and Turmeric for the Treatment of Gout and Arthritis ''' | |||
*Source:http://www.asianherbsforhealth.com/anti-inflammatory-pansit-pansitan-turmeric/ | |||
:(asianherbsforhealth admin) | |||
http://www.asianherbsforhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/pansit-pansitan-and-turmeric.jpg | |||
I am part of some Facebook groups that focus on herbal treatment and medication and I have seen quite a number of questions about gout and arthritis. | |||
So here are some of the best anti-inflammatory herbal medicine that could help you with the treatment of gout and arthritis. | |||
More and more people are discovering the power of herbs and vegetables. I know that like me, some of you prefer to take herbal medicine rather than ingesting synthetic ones. | |||
By sharing my story, I hope to help speed up your recovery and also save you a few bucks from buying expensive medication from the pharmacy. | |||
::Pansit-pansitan (Peperomia pellucida) or Ulasimang Bato | |||
Pansit-pansitan is a fleshy shallow rooted herb used as herbal medicine and food. Its scientific name is Peperomia pellucida Linn. Other people call it as ulasimang bato, clear weed, shiny bush, silver bush, Cao hu jiao. | |||
Pansit-pansitan grows anywhere and as its other names suggest, it’s just weed but it’s one of the most well-known Asian herbs because it is packed with great benefits. | |||
According to folk medicine, this weed has been widely used for the following health conditions: eye inflammation, skin inflammation, wounds, sore throat, prostate problems, arthritis, high blood pressure, mental excitement disorder, abscesses, gout, skin boils, fever, burns, pimples, headache, abdominal pains, and kidney problems. | |||
::Analgesic and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Pansit-pansitan | |||
Did you know that the Philippine Department of Health only recommends 10 medicinal herbs in the Philippines? | |||
Pansit-pansitan or Ulasimang bato is one of them. | |||
Research and studies have shown that Pansit-pansitan has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that are very effective in the relief of joint pain caused by arthritis. | |||
A study has also shown that Pansit-pansitan extract can reduce uric acid level in the blood. This means you can use it as an herbal supplement to control gout attacks, as a substitute for allopurinol. | |||
::How can I use it at home? | |||
1. Pansit-pansitan tea: | |||
:– Wash the leaves thoroughly. 3 to 4 times to get rid of all the soil. | |||
:– Including the roots, boils a cup of pansit-pasitan in 3 cups of water. | |||
:– Drink half a cup, 3x a day. | |||
2. Pansit-pansitan salad | |||
:– Wash the leaves thoroughly. 3 to 4 times to get rid of all the soil. | |||
:– Cut into small pieces (do not include the roots). | |||
:– Add some sliced onions. | |||
:– Dissolve a teaspoon of sugar in 3 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and add a pinch of pepper. | |||
:– Mix all ingredients together. | |||
:What is Turmeric or Luyang Dilaw? | |||
Ever eaten curry? Then you’ve probably already eaten turmeric because it is the main ingredient in the curry spice. | |||
The food industry has used turmeric widely as a coloring/flavoring agent for mustard, curry, some butter, and cheese. The chemical that gives turmeric its color is curcumin and it is also the substance that gives it its medicinal properties. | |||
In Philippines folkloric medicine, mothers have used turmeric as treatment for fever. For years, many Filipinos thought this was the only use for this Asian herb. But that is just the tip of the iceberg — Turmeric has so much more to offer. | |||
The Latin name for turmeric is “Curcuma Longa” and it has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic herbal medicine. (Ayurveda is the 5,000-year-old natural healing system of India) | |||
Because of its many health benefits, this Asian herb has also earned the name “the Golden Goddess.” | |||
Turmeric has plenty of health benefits which include: | |||
:– improvement of brain function | |||
:– lowers cholesterol | |||
:– antioxidant | |||
:– effective disinfectant | |||
:– moderates insulin level | |||
:– relieves pain and inflammation caused by arthritis | |||
::How to take it? | |||
Because turmeric is considered as a food supplement, you can easily purchase them in health stores and even the grocery. | |||
Turmeric is now available in powder form, capsules, or extracts. It is only recommended to be taken by adults though. Studies to administer them to children have not been approved yet. | |||
If you are using its roots you can take 1.5 to 3 grams a day. If you are taking the fluid extract you can take 1 to 2 teaspoon per day. | |||
Precaution: If you are taking other medications please consult your doctor before taking turmeric. According to study, curcumin strengthens the effects of blood thinning drugs and drugs that reduce stomach acids, as well as diabetes medications. | |||
:My Take on the Health Benefits of Pansit-pansitan and Turmeric | |||
Among all the health benefits of Pansit-pansitan andTurmeric, I like them best for their powerful anti-inflammatory and properties. | |||
You see, my dad has gout and I really feel bad when he gets attacks. Sometimes the pain becomes too much that you can’t even put a blanket over the inflamed area. | |||
We consulted a doctor and he prescribed different drugs but we knew he needed to change his diet if we wanted the attacks to stop. | |||
There’s a number of dishes he can no longer eat plus he doesn’t drink coffee anymore. He has now replaced it with turmeric tea. | |||
My dad also takes Pansit-pansitan with Turmeric capsules that we personally make and thankfully… they really work! | |||
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'''Health Benefits of Shiny Bush (Pansit-Pansitan)''' | '''Health Benefits of Shiny Bush (Pansit-Pansitan)''' | ||
*Source:http://healthyfoodhealthytips.com/2017/03/10/health-benefits-shiny-bush-pansit-pansitan/ | *Source:http://healthyfoodhealthytips.com/2017/03/10/health-benefits-shiny-bush-pansit-pansitan/ | ||