Traditional Chinese medicine (herbal/ food supplement)

3. Ephedra-

Scientific name: Ephedra sinica

Common name: Ephedra, Ma huang, Pinellia, Yellow astringent, yellow horse.

Folkloric: Ephedra is a low evergreen shrub with small scaly leaves. It has a long history of medicinal
use in China and India to treat colds, fever, headaches, coughing, wheezing, and other conditions.

Modern Uses: Ephedra (Ephedra sinica), also called ma huang, is an herb that has been used in
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for more than 5,000 years, primarily to treat asthma, bronchitis, and
hay fever. Ephedra is also prescribed for symptoms of cold and flu, including nasal congestion, cough,
fever, and chills.

4. Ginseng Tonic

Scientific name: Panax ginseng

Scientific name: Astragalus propinquus

Common name: milkvetch

Modern Uses: Its root is used for health care purposes. Commonly combined with other herbs,
astragalus has been promoted as a dietary supplement for many conditions, including upper respiratory
infections, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, chronic fatigue syndrome, and chronic kidney disease,
among others.

9. Schizandra

Scientific name: Schisandra chinensis

Common name: magnolia-vine

Folkloric: Schisandra was found to be most helpful when used in people who had overall exhaustion and
low physical and mental performance.

Modern Uses: It's also been found to be especially helpful with certain neurological disorders, mental
disorders like schizophrenia, and in improving lung function.

10. Panax ginseng

Scientific name: Panax ginseng

Common name: ginseng, American Ginseng, Panax Pseudoginseng, Panax Schinseng, sang

Folkloric: It has also been used to strengthen the immune system and help fight off stress and disease.
Panax ginseng contains many active chemicals. The most important are called ginsenosides or
panaxosides.

Modern Uses: Both American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius, L.) and Asian ginseng (P. Ginseng) may
boost energy, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, reduce stress, promote relaxation, treat diabetes,
and manage sexual dysfunction in men.

References: https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/patient/treatments/alternative/6-traditional-
chinese-medicine

10 Ayurvedic Medicine (Herbal)

1. Ashwagandha
 Scientific name: Withania somnifera
Common name: indian ginseng

Folkloric: It’s considered an adaptogen, which means that it’s believed to help your body manage stress
more effectively.

Modern uses: Research has shown that it reduces levels of cortisol, a hormone that your adrenal glands
produce in response to stress

2. Boswellia

Scientific name: Boswellia

Common name: Indian Frankincense
Folkloric: Boswellia, an herb used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat arthritis, has reduced rheumatoid
arthritis symptoms in most reports.

Modern uses: Research suggests that it may be particularly effective at reducing inflammation by
preventing the release of inflammation-causing compounds known as leukotrienes

3. Triphala

Scientific name: myrobalans

Common name: Indian gooseberry
Folkloric: Ayurveda is a holistic medical system of traditional medicine, and Triphala is one of the most
popular formulations in Ayurveda. Triphala is composed of three kinds of herb, Terminalia chebula,
Terminalia bellirica, and Emblica officinalis.

Modern uses: Test-tube and animal studies show that triphala may reduce inflammation caused by
arthritis, as well as prevent or limit the growth of certain types of cancer

4. Brahmi
 Scientific name: Bacopa monnieri
Common name: Indian pennywort, water hyssop, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace.

Folkloric: Brahmi is an Ayurvedic herb believed to lower inflammation, improve brain function, and
reduce symptoms of ADHD. It may also increase your body’s ability to deal with stress, though more
research is needed.

Modern uses: Studies also link it to improvements in learning rates, attention, memory, and information
processing, as well as reduced symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), such as
inattention, impulsivity, poor self-control, and restlessness

5. Cumin

Scientific name: Cuminum cyminum

Common name: Cumin, herbaceous annual plant
Folkloric: cumin has a way of insinuating itself deeply into the local cuisine, which is why it has become
one of the most commonly used spices in the world.

Modern uses: Research shows that cumin may boost the activity of digestive enzymes and facilitate the
release of bile from the liver, speeding digestion and easing the digestion of fats

6. Turmeric

Scientific name: Curcuma longa

Common name: Curcumin, Curcuma Longa, Turmeric Root, and Wild Curcuma.

Folkloric: turmeric was used in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian medical systems, as well as
Eastern Asian medical systems such as traditional Chinese medicine. In India, it was traditionally used
for disorders of the skin, upper respiratory tract, joints, and digestive system.

Modern uses: turmeric may help protect against heart disease, in part by improving blood flow as
effectively as exercise or certain pharmaceutical drugs. One study further suggests that it may be as
effective as Prozac, a drug commonly used to treat depression
7. Licorice root

Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza glabra

Common name: licorice
Folkloric: The Egyptians made a sweet drink using the root which they called “Mai sus” and they believed
it to be a cure-all for a wide range of afflictions.

Modern uses: This Ayurvedic spice may likewise help prevent or manage heartburn, bloating, nausea,
belching, and stomach ulcers. When applied to the skin, it may reduce symptoms of skin rash, including
redness, itching, and swelling

8. Gotu kola

Scientific name: Centella asiatica

Common name: gotu kola, Brahma-Buti, Centella, Divya, Hydrocotyle,

Folkloric: Gotu kola is a plant traditionally used in Chinese and Indonesian medicine. Known as the “herb
of longevity,” this plant is indigenous to the wetlands of Southeast Asia, where it's consumed as a juice,
tea, or supplement.

Modern uses: people with generalized anxiety disorder reported less stress, anxiety, and depression
after replacing their antidepressants with gotu kola for 60 days

9. Bitter melon

Scientific name: Momordica charantia

Common name: Bitter Cucumber, Balsam Pear, Leprosy Gourd, La-
kwa, Peria Laut,
Folkloric: Bitter melon is an Ayurvedic spice that may help lower blood sugar levels and boost insulin
secretion. It may also reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, though more research is needed before strong
conclusions can be made.

Modern uses: bitter melon may help lower blood sugar levels and promote the secretion of insulin, the
hormone responsible for keeping blood sugar levels

10. Cardamom

Scientific name: Elettaria cardamomum

Common name: ardamon or cardamum

Folkloric: Cardamom is an Ayurvedic spice that may lower blood pressure, improve breathing, and
potentially help stomach ulcers heal.

Modern uses: cardamom powder may help reduce blood pressure in people with elevated levels. There’s
also evidence that inhaling cardamom essential oil may increase the uptake of oxygen into the lungs
during exercise

References:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ayurvedic-herbs#Plants-As-Medicine-with-Kate-August,-
Herbalist

10 Philippines originally made herbal product

1. MX3

Scientific name: Garcinia mangostana

Common name: Mangosteen

Folkloric: mangosteen is not just a delicious exotic fruit, but may be the source of general panacea for
the people in Southeast Asia and the world. Xanthone, the potent compound, is highly concentrated in the
mangosteen pericarp or skin, but is also found in the flesh and leaves.

Uses: Mangosteen is used for diarrhea, urinary tract infections (UTIs), gonorrhea, thrush, tuberculosis,
menstrual disorders, cancer, osteoarthritis, and an intestinal infection called dysentery. It is also used for
stimulating the immune system and improving mental health.

2. xanthone plus

Scientific name: Garcinia mangostana and Moringa oleifera

Common name: Mangostán and mangostáno and moringa

Folkloric: Moringa oleifera is a tree that is sometimes called a “Miracle Tree” because of all its parts are
used for nutritional, pharmacological properties, and mangosteen is not just a delicious exotic fruit, but
may be the source of general panacea for the people in Southeast Asia and the world.

Modern uses: a unique type of plant compound known to have strong antioxidant properties. In several
studies, the antioxidant activity of xanthones has resulted in anti-inflammatory, anticancer, anti-aging, and
antidiabetic effects.

3. Panyawan Plus

Scientific name: Tinospora rumphii Boerl

Common name: woodworm
Folkloric: It has a long history of medical use in India. In Ayurveda (Hindu traditional medicine),
Panyawan is considered one of the most divine herbs.
Modern uses: it provides xanthones a unique type of plant compound known to have strong antioxidant
properties. In several studies, the antioxidant activity of xanthones has resulted in anti-inflammatory,
anticancer, anti-aging, and antidiabetic effects

4. Gingco biloba

Scientific name: Ginkgo biloba

Common name: Maidenhair tree

Folkloric: The ginkgo leaf and tree symbolize many diverse and unique religious and cultural values
going back to ancient times. Most notably the ginkgo has been used as a symbol of peace, hope and
vitality and also as a symbol of love and duality.

Modern uses: Ginkgo biloba is an herb used to treat altitude sickness (prevention), cerebral vascular
insufficiency, cognitive disorders, dementia, dizziness/vertigo, intermittent claudication, macular
degeneration/glaucoma, memory loss, premenstrual syndrome, SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction, and as
a vasodilator.

5. Yaki Capsule

Scientific name: Allium sativum, Curcuma longa and Momordica charantia

Common name: curcumin, Curcuma, Curcuma aromatica, and garlic
Folkloric:

Modern uses: The Yaki herbal capsule contains spirulina, ampalaya, malunggay, sambong, and garlic. It
is designed to promote cleansing of the organs and blood. The Yaki kiddie syrup can be orally taken by
kids as young as three months old for brain enhancement, better sleep, improved appetite, improved
growth and development.

6.  GuyamaaX
Scientific name: Garcinia mangostana, Curcuma longa and Annona muricata.

Common name: Mangosteen, Turmeric and Guabana

Folkloric: Milk thistle has been used medicinally for years in certain parts of Europe and Mediterranean.
Its high levels of antioxidants and vitamin E are not only good for your liver, but for delaying the aging
process, too. 

Modern uses: Guyamaax help to prevent free radicals from causing premature aging, decreasing mental
functions, and depriving the immune system.

7. Ampalaya Plus

Scientific name: Momordica charantia

Common name: Ampalaya

Folkloric: Diabetes is a hereditary disease that affects many Filipinos, and people all around the world,
made worse by the proliferation of fast food and unhealthy, sedentary lifestyle. The benefits of ampalaya,
combined with that of banaba and turmeric or luyang dilaw, are now concentrated in capsules and tea
bags for added convenience.

Modern uses: Ampalaya or bitter gourd/bitter melon is known for promoting healthy pancreas by helping
the organs produce insulin. Aside from fighting diabetes, ampalaya also helps treat cardiovascular
diseases and degenerative arthritis conditions.

8.  Moringgana

Scientific name: Moringa oleifera

Common name: Moringga, Malunggay

Folkloric: Moringga oliefera aka malunggay, miracle tree and tree of life is such a common vegetable
tree in the country, used mainly for making chicken tinola or utan bisaya. But because of the
popularization of its health benefits and nutrients, malunggay is now available in tea bags, powder,
capsule and even bread.

Modern Uses: Moringa powder can be used to protect tissue (liver, kidneys, heart, and lungs), and to
reduce pain. Antioxidants help protect cells against free radicals, which are produced by digesting food,
smoking, and exposure to radiation.
9. Aldrtz Pau D’ Arco

Folkloric: Pau D’ Arco (aka Taheebo or Lapacho) is the Portuguese term for “bow stick” referring to a
hardwood tree found in South America used by indigenous people for making hunting bows. But other
than that, it was heavily used for treating various diseases.

Modern uses: effective at treating infections from common colds, flu and to parasitic infections, sexually
transmitted diseases, diabetes, asthma, and even cancer.

10. Lagunde Tea

Scientific name: Vitex negundo

Common name: Lagundi

Folkloric: Vitex negundo is a shrub that grows in the Philippines. It is an effective herbal medicine with
proven therapeutic value. Commonly known in the ilocos region as dangla.

Modern uses: For the relief of mild to moderate cough due to common colds, flu and mild to moderate
acute bronchitis; for relief of reversible mild to moderate bronchospasm in adults.

References: https://topten.ph/2016/03/07/most-popular-supplements/