Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for diabetes.
Disease symptoms: Weakness, frequent urination, weight loss, slow-healing wounds.
Ingredients: 250 g leaves of Tangkha (
Momordica charantia L.) and 300 ml Honey.
Preparation: Crush the leaves to extract the juice. Mix honey into it.
Dosage/Application: Consume 20 ml mixture thrice daily till recovery.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Honey is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Leung, L., Birtwhistle, R., Kotecha, J., Hannah, S., & Cuthbertson, S. (2009). Anti-diabetic and hypoglycaemic effects of Momordica charantia (bitter melon): a mini review. British Journal of Nutrition, 102(12), 1703-1708.
