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Akapulko has a long history of medical usage and has a long list of folkloric health benefits for the following conditions. | Akapulko has a long history of medical usage and has a long list of folkloric health benefits for the following conditions. | ||
Skin problems and diseases. Akapulko is commonly used as an antibacterial and anti-fungal treatment for various skin diseases that include: | ::Skin problems and diseases. Akapulko is commonly used as an antibacterial and anti-fungal treatment for various skin diseases that include: | ||
:• tinea infection, | :• tinea infection, | ||
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:• and all sorts of skin itchiness. | :• and all sorts of skin itchiness. | ||
Stomach problems. Akapulko has long been used to treat stomach related problems that include: | ::Stomach problems. Akapulko has long been used to treat stomach related problems that include: | ||
:• Laxative to expel intestinal parasites, | :• Laxative to expel intestinal parasites, | ||
:• diuretic purgative. | :• diuretic purgative. | ||
Anti-inflammatory activity. Akapulko is known to alleviate symptoms related to inflammation and is used in the treatment of the following: | ::Anti-inflammatory activity. Akapulko is known to alleviate symptoms related to inflammation and is used in the treatment of the following: | ||
:• arthritis, | :• arthritis, | ||
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:• and other joint and muscle problems. | :• and other joint and muscle problems. | ||
Lung problems. Akapulko tea is also a folkloric remedy to prevent symtoms of lung problems such as: | ::Lung problems. Akapulko tea is also a folkloric remedy to prevent symtoms of lung problems such as: | ||
:• asthma attacks | :• asthma attacks | ||
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:• coughs | :• coughs | ||
Mouth problems. Akapulko is used as mouth wash for various mouth problems that include ulcers, sores, and toothache. | ::Mouth problems. Akapulko is used as mouth wash for various mouth problems that include ulcers, sores, and toothache. | ||
Recent studies also suggests that it is a strong antioxidant that may have anti-peroxidation activities that is beneficial in preventing the development of cancer. | Recent studies also suggests that it is a strong antioxidant that may have anti-peroxidation activities that is beneficial in preventing the development of cancer. | ||
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Akapulko is also commercially prepared in powder, tincture and capsules taken as supplements. They are available in most fitness and health stores. | Akapulko is also commercially prepared in powder, tincture and capsules taken as supplements. They are available in most fitness and health stores. | ||
Akapulko leaves. Pound and squeeze the juice and apply topically on affected area twice a day until cured. There are commercially available Akapulko herbal medicine lotions in the Philippine market for skin diseases treatment. If symptoms persist or irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor. | ::Akapulko leaves. Pound and squeeze the juice and apply topically on affected area twice a day until cured. There are commercially available Akapulko herbal medicine lotions in the Philippine market for skin diseases treatment. If symptoms persist or irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor. | ||
Akapulko herbal tea. As expectorant and for the alleviation of asthma attacks, drink a cup of Akapulko herbal medicine tea (see above for the preparation) three times a day until symptoms improved. For the treatment of mouth infections such as stomatitis, gargle the Akapulko herbal tea three times a day until symptoms improve. If symptoms persist and irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor. | ::Akapulko herbal tea. As expectorant and for the alleviation of asthma attacks, drink a cup of Akapulko herbal medicine tea (see above for the preparation) three times a day until symptoms improved. For the treatment of mouth infections such as stomatitis, gargle the Akapulko herbal tea three times a day until symptoms improve. If symptoms persist and irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor. | ||
:Akapulko herbal tea or decoction | :Akapulko herbal tea or decoction | ||
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Akapulko leaves are safe for most adults, however the seeds should not be taken for long term. | Akapulko leaves are safe for most adults, however the seeds should not be taken for long term. | ||
Allergy. Akapulko have been reported to cause allergic reaction to sensitive people. | ::Allergy. Akapulko have been reported to cause allergic reaction to sensitive people. | ||
:Counter indications: | :Counter indications: | ||