Sunday, December 7, 2008

HEALTHY HERBS FOR YOU...Part 2

Here it goes....

1 - Daun Limaun Perut (Kaffir Lime Leaves)
Rich in antioxidants with cancer-prevention properties and beta-carotene. Useful for the treatment of colds and coughs.

2 - Daun Kesum (Small Water Pepper)
Full with vitamins A & C, potassium, calcium, phosporus and beta-carotene. Aids digestion and relieves stomach pains.

3 - Daun Kunyit (Indian Turmeric Leaves)
Rich in antioxidants, and has anti-cancer properties. Its dried rhizomes are ground for use in curries and dyes. It is also used to relieve flatulence and diarrhoea.

4 - Serai (Lemon Grass)
Has allergy-relieving and antiseptic properties. Used widely in cooking and fragrances, is used to relieve indigestion, headaches and itching, to warm the body.

5 - Bunga Kantan (Torch Ginger Flower)
Rich in protein, fiber and calcium, ectract has anti-microbial properties. Used as a perfume and the leaves used to clean cuts and scabs.

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