Tawa-tawa
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English
Is a herbal medicine known also as gatas-gatas,
scientifically know as Euphorbia hirta, grown in grasslands, pathways, rice
fields or even in roadsides. This indigenous
plant, a hairy herb is considered by
many Pilipino as folkloric treatment or cure for dengue.
DOH warned those who use it with
cautions. Since they said that it only
promotes the development of blood platelets, but does not fight the dengue
virus.
Others have taken the herb seriously, students
of UST – Faculty of Pharmacy conducted a study with intent on finding out the
truth. (click here for the link)
Use as
herbal remedy for:
Dengue
Dengue
How to prepare:
As drink
- Wash the
leaves/steams
- Boil in water
- Set aside, cool and strain.
Use 3
times a day, or use as you want.
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