Serpentine is the medicinal plant recognized as the King of the bitter. Although it does not taste good, serpentine is loved by people with diabetes because it can effectively lower blood sugar. This herb can be used alone or mixed with food to reduce the bitter taste.
This medicinal plant is known in the Philippines as serpentine. But if you look for serpentine in the list of medicinal plants in the Philippines, you may not find it. Why? Sometimes, the name Sinta is more commonly used as a substitute for serpentine, the plant with the scientific name Andrographis Paniculata. This traditional medicinal plant is known not only here among us, but also in Sri Lanka and much of Southeast Asia. It is popularly used as an herbal medicine for fever and flu.
SERPENTINA FOR DIET
Serpentine is effective in controlling diarrhea. When adults find out that their grandchildren have diarrhea, they will make tea made from serpentine leaves. How do you make tea? Take five pieces of its leaves and stew it in a cup of water. Do this three times a day. Because of its very bitter taste, you may want to bite a little chocolate every time you drink tea. There are people who drink a little honey so that at least they can not taste its bitter taste. In many cases, serpentine can cure your stomach problem, whether it be pain or diarrhea.
SERPENTINA AND BREATHING DISEASES
With a stuffy nose and shortness of breath due to the cold during the rainy season, the serpentine should not be lost in your yards. If you have a stuffy nose, you can chew raw serpentine leaves, just mix it with honey so you don't taste the bitterness of this herb. Chewing serpentine leaves is also effective if you have a cold or asthma. That's all, you have to hold your stomach because of the bitterness of the serpentine leaf. There are people who say that serpentine is the bile of the world, maybe you already know what it tastes like based on what they also call this medicinal plant. Despite this, some patients are thrilled that serpentine is also effective in diseases related to stroke, diabetes and lung infections.
STUDIES ON THE BENEFITS OF SERPENTINA IN HUMAN HEALTH
Numerous studies have been conducted on the medicinal plant of the serpentine to prove that its alleged capabilities are real.
HERE ARE SOME SPECIAL RESEARCHERS:
In 1911, Dr. Fougere researched the pure juice of the serpentine herb, formerly known as the Bitter Principle. According to the results of his study, this bitter principle protects the human liver.
In 2006, a study was conducted on the extract of the serpentine herb extract. One of the findings of this study is one of the active ingredients of the bitter principle known as Andropholide, an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient. The discovery of this substance is in line with previous studies conducted by herbalists here in our country who have long believed that serpentine is capable of treating various ailments, such as diarrhea, fever, infection , typhoid, itching and skin diseases, liver disease and cancer.
The Chinese also have a study that says serpentine has a substance that prevents blood circulation. It also helps prevent the blockage of arteries in the human heart. Serpentine also lowers blood pressure.
Studies support the claims of Ayurveda medicine that it is said to be a protection against rising blood sugar and kidney disease.
Did you know? Research shows that six grams of serpentine is as effective as the drug Acetaminophe, if taken for two to five days if you have a cold, fever and sore throat.
USE OF SERPENTINA
To get the benefits of this herb, practice chewing and eating five large serpentine leaves three times daily. You can also drink it as tea three times a day. Eat little by little, until you get used to its living room.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WARNING ON SERPENTINA USE
Despite the good reputation of the serpentine herb, you should still be careful when using it, especially if you are one of the following groups of people.
You are taking aspirin. Serpentine is contraindicated in those who take aspirin or any drug that dilutes the blood. Serpentine is also a blood thinner.
Pregnant or breastfeeding. The mother who is pregnant or breastfeeding should be careful with the serpentine because it can abort the baby in the womb. Although there is no study that confirms this matter when it comes to breastfeeding mothers, it is better to be warm.
Patients with immune system disease. People with immune system diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis should avoid drinking it.
If you plan to take serpentine for a while, keep in mind that the use of this herb should be limited to three months for adults and one month for children, whether it is in capsules or leaves. It has side effects when used for a very long time such as inflammation of the swell, serious allergies and sudden increase of enzymes in the liver.
