Archive for October, 2009
Discover The Many Benefits Of Herbal Medicine
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009Author: George Watson
Today, it is no surprise to see everything labeled as natural or herbal. In just about any store you go in, all you see are millions of all herbal or all natural products including dietary supplements and herbal medicine products.
When did this tidal wave of herbal products start? One answer is that it all started when the media began to report widely on how important it is to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
The History of Herbal Medicine
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009Author : Steve Maszlagi
Source : http://www.Free-Articles-Zone.com
Medicinal plants have been used for medicinal purposes long before recorded history. For example, ancient Chinese and Egyptian papyrus writings describe medicinal plant uses. Indigenous cultures (e.g., African and Native American) used herbs in their healing rituals, while others developed traditional medical systems (e.g., Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine) in which herbal therapies were used systematically. Scientists found that people is different parts of the globe tended to use the same or similar plants for the same purposes.
KARYASARI UNCOVER THE ANCIENT SECRETS OF HERBAL MEDICINE IN INDONESIA ARCHIPELAGO
Monday, October 5th, 2009Please Visit : http://www.karyasari.com
KARYASARI Indonesia Herbal Medicine Development Center, found in 1995, is a pioneer in diging the secrets of ancient herbal medicines in the archipelago. For thousand of years the native people succesfully keep their health and wellness using the herbals.
Luckily the herbal secrets had already studied by scientist since the Dutch’s time and reported in many books. While the trials on animal dan human being are also done continually. So the secrets are already uncovered.
JAMU (TRADITIONAL HERBAL MEDICINE) and TRADITIONAL COSMETICS
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009Source : http://www.joglosemar.co.id/jamu.html
Jamu
‘Back to nature’ is not merely a slogan in Java and Indonesia. The visible proof is the use of traditional herbal medicine of various type of ‘medical plants’, either from the leaves, the fruits, the roots, the flowers or the barks, etc.
These herbal medicine had been used since the ancient time up to now, it is largely consumed by people of different level; lower, middle and upper, in the villages and in the big cities.
Tisane
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009Herbal tea
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tisane
A tisane, ptisan or herbal “tea” is any herbal infusion other than from the leaves of the tea bush (Camellia sinensis). The English word “tisane” originated from the Greek word ??????? (ptisan?), a drink made from pearl barley.
Tisanes can be made with fresh or dried flowers, leaves, seeds or roots, generally by pouring boiling water over the plant parts and letting them steep for a few minutes. Seeds and roots can also be boiled on a stove. The tisane is then strained, sweetened if so desired, and served. Many companies produce herbal tea bags for such infusions. The term is most often used to refer to linden (lime leaf) tea.
My Cup of Tea: Herbal Tea Varieties
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009Source : http://www.customizeyourmug.com/herbal-tea.html
An enticing infusion of herbs, spices, florals and fruits, herbal tea is best know for its medicinal effects. Though very little scientific evidence exists of its actual efficacy, herbal tea is still highly regarded as a preventative treatment for certain ailments. Tea is also a natural source of amino acids and some antioxidants. (more…)
Taking the Traditional Cure
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009Source : http://www.thejakartapost.com/weekender/3center.asp
Although “alternative” may be a misnomer for traditional health treatments that have been around for centuries, they are sometimes the final alternative for people affected by life-threatening illness. Advocates swear by their benefits, but the debate rages on about their effectiveness and safety. Bhimanto Suwastoyo reports.
When modern conventional medical science gives up on treating certain cases, many of the patients seek out the lifeline of traditional healing options.
Whichever treatment they choose, a common rallying point binds them: Hope.