Old Herbal Medicine

One of the most famous herbal medicines is Panax quinquefolius Linn or better known as ginseng. The record of its uses dates back in the olden times especially in China. Ginseng was then used by royal people as an elixir for intellectual and physical performance and to increase energy because of ginsenosides it contains. Ginseng […]

Pork in Sour Soap

I have requested my father to cook another dish that he will use pork as the main ingredient. So, during lunch time, my father granted my request. He cooked me a special “Sinigang na Baboy.” I forgot to interview him yesterday for the ingredients and instruction but here is one courtesy of kumain.com. They used […]

Sambong Leaves

Another herbal leaf that is commonly used as an expectorant is Sambong (Blumea balsamifera Linn). This medicinal alternative is widely available at tropical countries such as the Philippines. These green leaves are also said to have anti-diarrhetic and gastralgic properties. The most known help Sambong has in the olden times is that it aids in […]