Due to the natural wealth of the country, there are many plants with healing property that can be used as ingredients of Infusions and Home remedies to relieve minor discomforts, as an alternative to promote health.
According to the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance, traditional medicine based on plants such as Quilete, Jamaica’s rose and the IXBUT is essential for the protection and assistance of the communities of the country. Many families resort to this type of remedies, trusting the healing properties of plants to relieve ailments such as headaches, flu, allergies, among other minor severity inconvenience. Medicinal plants help prevent and treat various diseases.
Because in Guatemala there is a traditional practice of the use of healing plants, the Ministry of Health even approved a National Manual of Medicinal Plants, which contains detailed information about validated plants for homemade use. The manual authorizes the use of some 300 medicinal plants. Among them are: the basilthe artichokehe eucalyptus, ginger, laurel, chamomilerosemary, rue and Soeamong others.
The list is long and each of them contains different properties and benefits. However, these are some that stand out for the richness of nutrients and advantages.
1. Quilete
This plant with healing properties is also known as Macuy. It is a traditional green leaf of the Central American region, characterized by its unique flavor and its nutritional properties.
Its consumption provides an amount of nutrients and vitamins for the proper functioning of the organism. Contains vitamins a, C and essential minerals such as iron and calcium. As for the form of consumption, the quilete is the ideal ingredient to add to soups, salads, stews or as healthy accompaniment in any meal.
2. Ginger
It is known as a millenary medicinal plant that is characterized by its multiple benefits and properties. One of its best known benefits is that it works as a natural combat to colds. In addition, it is used as a seasoning consumed in fresh, dry and powder, as well as in juice or oil.
Its use is especially recommended during the cold season. It is preferable to consume it in tea with other ingredients such as cinnamon and lemon to enhance its flavor. When drinking it is an ideal home remedy to combat cold and its symptoms.
3. Basil
This plant is for recurring use for home remedies, but it is also an infallible ingredient in food preparation. In both cases, its consumption guarantees various health benefits. In addition, it is an easy plant to get in markets and spice stalls.
Some of its effects are the reduction of anxiety and stress, decreased blood sugar, protection against bacterial infections, reduction in inflammation and control of cholesterol levels.
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Medicinal plants are an excellent way to seek good health and prevent the arrival of serious diseases. They can be a solution to minor ailments and discomfort; However, in special cases the ideal is to carry out a deeper review.
IMPORTANCE OF MEDICAL CHECKS
According to Ligia Barillas, homeopathic homeopath, despite the healing benefits of plants, there is no home remedy that can replace medical treatment or the care of a health professional.
Home remedies are functional, he says; However, they will not be equally troops for all people equally. For example, relief for a headache can come for a person, but in other cases, with certain peculiarities, it will not be useful or recommended to go to home remedies but directly consult a doctor.
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“We cannot say that these remedies are the solution to everything or that they replace a medical treatment.