Phyllanthus niruri (akan:Bowomaguwoakyi) leaf-100g
Original price was: ₵25.00.₵24.00Current price is: ₵24.00.
Sold By: GMF StorePhyllanthus consists of the fresh or dried leafy tops of Phylanthus niruri. A glabrous annual herb 30-50cm high with grooved stem; slightly winged branchless; leaves simple, alternate and distichous, oblong-elleptical rounded at both ends. Â It is considered to be useful in the treatment of thirst, bronchitis, leprosy, anaemia, urinary discharge, anuria, biliousness, asthma, hiccups. The plant is used to treat syphilitic blennorrhoea. The root is diuretic. It is used to remove bladder stones, and is a remedy for jaundice. An infusion of the tender fresh roots is valuable in the treatment of chronic dysentery
Functions
Liver damage, diabetes, hepatitis, jaundice, malaria, veneral diseases, urinary tract infection, hypertension
Adverse effects
May cause abortion in high doses
Dosage
Decoction: 30 g(2 tablespoonful) dried leafy tops in 900 ml water; simmer until reduced to 600 ml; 1-3 cups daily
Infusion: 30 g dried leaves in 600 ml of water; 1-3 cups daily
Contraindication
Heart conditions, concomitant use of insulin and antidiabetic drugs, and antihypertensive drugs
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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Momordica charantia leaf – 150g Original price was: ₵30.00.₵25.00Current price is: ₵25.00. Sold By: GMF Store
Momordica charantia consists of the fresh or dried leaf or fruit of Momordica charantia. It is a very vigorous, annual climbing plant producing stems 5 metres or more long that scramble over the ground or climb up into the surrounding vegetation, supporting itself by means of tendrils. The fruit has a higher nutritional value than many members of this family, mainly due to its iron and vitamin C content. Bitter gourd tea, made from dried fruit pieces, is a popular health drink in Japan and some other Asian countries.
The leaves are antiseptic, blood purifier, febrifuge and vermifuge. An infusion is used in the treatment of intestinal worms, jaundice, malaria and other fever A decoction of the leaves and stems is used to treat diabetes, high blood pressure and biliousness
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Justicia secunda leaf – 150g Original price was: ₵45.50.₵40.00Current price is: ₵40.00. Sold By: GMF Store
J. secunda consist of the fresh or dried leaves of Justicia secunda. It is an evergreen, perennial plant with stems that sometimes become more or less woody. It can grow from 90 – 200cm tall It is an erect grass of simple leaves, whose flowers are contained in terminal panicles.
The folkloric uses of the plant include wound healing, anemia and abdominal pain. The anti-sickling, haematinic, antimicrobial and anti-hypertensive activities of J. secunda have been reported.
The leaves are used in the treatment of anemia, cough, cold, fever, malaria, measles, and whooping cough.The stem and leaves are used in a clarifying infusion for the treatment of amenorrhoea
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Aframomum melegueta 100g-(Akan- Fam wisa) Original price was: ₵10.50.₵9.00Current price is: ₵9.00. Sold By: GMF Store
Grains of paradise consists of the dried mature seeds of Aframomum melegueta. A tufted leafy herbaceous perennial plant up to 2m high; leaves are distichously arranged. Although used mainly as a condiment, the seeds also have a stimulant action on the digestive system, strengthening and warming the stomach. They are used to alleviate indigestion, flatulence and bloating and help to relieve abdominal discomfort due to colic or griping. The seeds can help to reduce or prevent vomiting and to bring relief from nausea. They have also been used as an aphrodisiac. The seed is used to treat head colds, influenza, slight abdominal pains, constipation, menstrual pains and rheumatism. Combined with Zingiber officinale, they are used to treat colds and fever. Crushed in citron juice, they are employed for treating glandular problems. The pulverised seeds are used in an enema for treating constipation pains, and are mixed with mustard oil in an ointment for easing arthritis pains. The seeds are pulverised with the seeds of Piper nigrum and then mixed with coconut oil to make an ointment that is used to treat general swellings and pains. Studies on the sexual behaviour of male rats showed that A. melegueta and P. guineense increased sexual arousal (Kamtchouing et al., 2002).
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Licorice root – 100g Original price was: ₵55.00.₵52.50Current price is: ₵52.50. Sold By: GMF Store
It has also been used in traditional Chinese, Middle Eastern, and Greek medicines to soothe an upset stomach, reduce inflammation
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Hepa Plus Mixture Original price was: ₵26.00.₵25.00Current price is: ₵25.00. Sold By: GMF Store
Great herbal formula from local plants( vernonia amygdalina and momordica charantia) which is widely known to boost the immune system and also promote general welbeing
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