Doctor lists best 100 PH medicinal plants in new book

Dr. Jaime Galvez Tan

Dr. Jaime Galvez-Tan, an integrative medicine practitioner and a professor in the University of the Philippines- College of Medicine, recently launched his latest book ‘The Best 100 Philippine Medicinal Plants’ at The Gallery of Greenbelt 5, Makati City, which will soon be available in leading bookstores nationwide. 

Lagundex Product Review: Natural and Effective Way to Treat Cough

I've always been very meticulous when it comes to taking care of my family. I guess most moms are like me especially when they are dealing with their kids' own health. With my Kyle, I don't usually just give him what I consider as "self-medicated medicines" or any "over-the-counter" available medicine there is. Instead, I'd rather have him checked by his pediatrician and if there's some products I'd like to try, I'd ask his physician if it's ok. If he gives it a thumbs-up, that's the only time I'd go for it. Recently, Kyle came home from school somewhat sniffing with a cough. Well, I don't know if it was just a simple case of coincidence, I've just picked up a few items for a product review of Lagundex. So I immediately called on Kyle's pediatrician and he said I could make Kyle take Lagundex syrup to treat his cough.

For those who aren't familiar with it yet, Lagundex is a brand of Lagundi leaf (Vitex negundo L.), based natural medicine/herbal product extensively studied and trusted by the Department of Health. It is also guaranteed safe as it strictly complies with the manufacturing standards of the Philippine Food and Drug Administration. It is manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) with certified facilities to ensure its quality and efficacy. Lagundex was developed by a group of Filipino scientists, it gives an assurance that it only uses indigenous lagundi (Vitex negundo L.) plants, making it truly and proudly Filipino-made product. 

Going back to Kyle's cough, he's usually the type who couldn't sleep well each time he has a cough. But upon taking Lagundex syrup, I was surprised he was able to have a good night sleep sans any cough interrupting him. What I also love about Kyle taking natural and herbal based medicine like Lagundex is the fact that it is non-drowsy. Other chemical based medicines we've previously tried would make him a sleepy head at school. But certainly, that's not the case with Lagundex because it's all-natural. Plus, Kyle loved its taste as well, its got none of those bitter medicines that even has an after-taste. You know as a mom, those little details sometimes make things a bit difficult for us--like if our kids had to take on medicines that do not taste good enough for them to swallow. With Lagundex, you can be assured that it has a kid-friendly taste so taking medicines will no longer be a problem for you. 

Lagundex 300 mg/5 mL syrup comes in sweet orange and peppermint flavors suited for kids, while the Lagundex Forte 600 mg/5 mL syrup in soothing mint flavor and Lagundex 600 mg tablet are ideal for adults. All these are available in leading drugstores nationwide.

I'm happy that in just a few days of taking Lagundex, Kyle's cough was able to clear up. We have personally proven that Lagundex as a safe and effective natural remedy for cough (in both kids and adult). Nothing really beats mother nature's gift of herbal medicines. We're blessed that in this day and age, we no longer had to resort to the old ways of harvesting lagundi leaves, boiling them before we can drink them. Now, you can just go to any drugstore and ask for Lagundex syrup or tablet--truly, very convenient indeed! 

Lagundex is distributed by New Marketlink Pharmaceutical Corporation (NMPC). For more information, ask your doctor about Lagundex or call NMPC hotlines at (02) 836-5838 to 47.

Disclaimer: Please note that what I have shared should not take place of an actual visit to your physician. It's always best to consult and see your doctor. I am not compensated for this post. Opinions expressed are my own. 

Goutritis fights Gout with natural nutrients from tart cherries

 

With aging comes a whole lot of changes and you get prone to a lot of diseases. Your organs does not seem to function in the same manner that it did when you were young. Have you ever heard of gout?  Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the body. Uric acid comes from the breakdown of substances called Purines. Purines are found in all of our body’s tissues. They are also present in many foods such as liver, dried beans and peas as well as anchovies. Those afflicted with gout know too well the agonizing pain that comes with having them that stems from a joint—often the one at the base of the big toe—where uric acid crystal accumulates and forms because of the build-up of uric acids in the bloodstream.  Thank God, there’s Goutritis. Goutritis is an all-natural food supplement that contains tart or sour cherries, which have a high amount of anthocyanins, antioxidants and potassium. When combined, these natural nutrients effectively and safely lessens inflammation and contribute to alkalizing the body, which is helpful in reducing pain associated with gout. 

For three capsules taken daily before breakfast, the patient will manage his gout on top of a doctor’s orders to take the prescribed medication, maintaining a healthy and balanced diet low on Purine-rich foods and drinking plenty of water to further flush out the body’s excess uric acid, maintaining a healthy body weight and exercising regularly. 

Goutritis can help ward off these painful attacks because its main ingredient, tart cherries (Prunus ceranus), contains a lot of healthy substances that combine to ease this painful affliction.

Included is Quercitin, which prevents swelling by inhibiting the release and production of histamine, which causes inflammation.   Tart cherries also contain a subclass of flavonoids called anthocyanins that can block pain and reduce levels of uric acid. The anthocyanins in tart cherries inhibit xanthine oxidase, an enzyme involved in the production of uric acid.  

 

Tart cherries are high in antioxidants, which are important to gout patients because of their ability to fight free radicals that are responsible for damaging cells and slowing down the repair and recovery mechanism of the human body.

 

Other substances in tart cherries are potassium, an important electrolyte which helps the body excrete excessive amounts of uric acid.  Potassium helps provide fluid balance and maintain proper kidney functions.  It helps gout patients by turning the hard painful crystals into a liquid form that the kidneys can process in order to eliminate it during urination.

Tart cherries also contain Vitamin C and fiber.  Studies show that consistent intake of Vitamin C can help reduce uric acid levels by up to 50 percent, and control inflammation of gout-ravaged joints, which is a primary cause of severe gout pain. Although an average serving of tart cherries offers only 2g of fiber against the recommended daily dose of 24g, it is a start in the right direction for gout patients who are advised to maintain a healthy weight. 

Goutritis is FDA-approved.  It is available directly from Whealth, Inc. with customer hotlines

524-6549, 354-2208 to 09 and 09474890262.  It is currently sold in jars of 90 capsules priced at P900.  For additional product information, email info@goutritis.com or visit www.goutritis.com and www.facebook.com/GoutritisSupplement.