01 June 2007


Sambong (scientific name: Blumea balsamifera) is a amazing medicinal plant. It is a antiurolithiasis and work as a diuretic. it is used to aid the treatment of kidney disorders. The Sambong leaves can also be used to treat colds and mild hypertension. Since it is a diuretic, it helps dispose of excess water and sodium (salt) in the body.

Benefits:


• Good as a diuretic agent

• Effective in the dissolving kidney stones

• Aids in treating hypertension & rheumatism

• Treatment of colds & fever

• Anti-diarrheic & Anti-gastralgic properties

• Helps remove worms, boils

• Treats dysentery, sore throat


Preparation:


• Boil the leaves as like tea and drink 3 or more times a day.

• The leaves can also be crushed or pounded and mixed with coconut oil.