Moringa oleifera Lam.
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Swelling
By : Ms. Ammini Jose,
Idukki,
Kerala
Innovation Description
The traditional
knowledge holder has suggested treatment for swelling.
Disease symptoms: Stiffness or swelling, tenderness, trouble in the movement of the affected area.
Ingredients: One handful of the leaves of Drumstick (Moringa oleifera Lam.), Salt and Rice water.
Preparation: Crush the leaves and mix it with salt and rice water to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste on the swelling once daily until recovery.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places and other ingredients are available in nearby markets.
Suggested Reading(s):
Jaja-Chimedza, A., Graf, B. L., Simmler, C., Kim, Y., Kuhn, P., Pauli, G. F., & Raskin, I. (2017). Biochemical characterization and anti-inflammatory properties of an isothiocyanate-enriched moringa (Moringa oleifera) seed extract. PloS One, 12(8), e0182658.
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