Aloe vera leaf-1Kg
Original price was: ₵11.00.₵10.00Current price is: ₵10.00.
Sold By: GMF StoreEthnomedical uses
Aloe vera is used in folkloric medicine to treat dermatitis, thermal and sunburns, cystic ache, peptic ulcer, colds, tuberculosis, gonorrhea,
asthma, dysentery, headache, fungal infections, and diabetes (Sample et al., 2001; WHO, 1991; Ali et al., 1990).
Biological and Pharmacological activities
Biological and chemical investigations have confirmed the wound-healing, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of Aloe vera (Davis, 1994; Udupa et al., 1994, Bruce, 1967; Lorenzettet al., 1964). Aloe-emodin is responsible for the antiviral and antifungal properties of the plant (Van Zyl and Viljoen, 2001).
Medicinal Benefits
- Burns,
- Antioxidant and antibacterial activities
- Reduces dental plaque
- Reduces constipation
- May improve skin and prevent wrinkles
- Lowers blood sugar level
- Anti-ulcer
Dosage and dosage forms
Decoction, juice
Dried juice: 50-200mg orally for adults
Decoction: two tablespoonfuls daily before meals or Consult a Medical Herbalist
or your Physician for advice
Precautions for use
Excessive or prolonged use may cause nephritis,
gastritis, vomiting, and diarrhea, stained with
blood and mucus.
Adverse effects
Gastritis, vomiting, and diarrhea
LEGAL DISCLAIMER: These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. As with all dietary supplements, you should consult a qualified healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are taking any medications or have any medical conditions.
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Anthocleista nobilis roots (akan:Awudifokete) – 150g Original price was: ₵45.00.₵30.50Current price is: ₵30.50. Sold By: GMF Store
Cabbage palm is a small to medium-sized tree usually growing up to 18 metres tall but with occasional specimens to 30 metres. The bole can be free of branches for up to 15 metres, and 50 – 90cm in diameter. Cabbage palm is widely used in traditional medicine throughout its distribution area as a strong purgative and diuretic. The bark has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Â A bark decoction is taken or used as vapour bath to treat fever, stomach-ache, leprosy, gonorrhoea and dysmenorrhoea
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Prostalife capsules-250mg Original price was: ₵50.00.₵35.00Current price is: ₵35.00. Sold By: GMF Store
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Sphenocentrum jollyanum roots- 150g Original price was: ₵25.50.₵20.77Current price is: ₵20.77. Sold By: GMF Store
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The root is used as an aphrodisiac tonic for men. The sap from chewing sticks made from the root is believed to relieve stomach-ache and constipation, and to boost appetite and sexual drive. Sphenocentrum jollyanum has shown anti-oxidant, anti-angiogenic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antinociceptive, antitumor, antiviral, laxative, stomachic, tonic and aphrodisiac activities.
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Cyperus esculentus (akan name: Atadwe) – 100g Original price was: ₵15.50.₵14.00Current price is: ₵14.00. Sold By: GMF Store
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Adom Ladies Care Mixture Original price was: ₵33.00.₵30.00Current price is: ₵30.00. Sold By: GMF Store
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Nauclea latifolia (Kisia) roots – 150g Original price was: ₵30.00.₵25.00Current price is: ₵25.00. Sold By: GMF Store
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