With its endless health benefits, it is truly God’s gift to mankind.
We can find this weed almost everywhere throughout the Philippines and mostly in warm countries. This grass is widely spread along river banks, settled areas and even along roads! And because of our ignorance about the abundance of its uses, it is normally ignored by many.
Many people have testified about how amazing and effective this grass is in treating common and severe illne$$es. Now, we present to you the reasons behind the buzz.
What are the Health Benefits of Paragis?
#Paragis is widely used in Africa as an alternative medicine to different kinds of illnesses.
Aeta people from Porac, Pampanga used burnt dried leaves of Paragis as a repellent against insects.
Leaves of Paragis contain silicon monoxide, calcium oxide, and chlorine.
Dried leaves contain protein.
Many declared it to be anti-inflammatory, a natural antihistamine, a natural diuretic, antidiabetic, an effective anti-oxidant and has cytotoxic properties.
Parts of Paragis that Can Be Used as a Herbal Medicine
Leaves
Drinking boiled leaves of Paragis or making a Paragis Tea will ease several pains and illnesses. You can also patch the minced or pulverized leaves on some conditions.
Stems
Boil the stem with leaves to achieve more effective results
Roots
Drinking boiled roots can also cure several illnesses.
Health Conditions That Can Be Cured by Paragis
#Di@betes
Drink Paragis tea regularly and say goodbye to di@betes.
#Wounds
Apply decoction to wound to stop the bleeding.
#Fever Just drink boiled roots of Paragis for faster and more effective results.
#Sprain (Pilay)
To have an instant relief from a sprain, patch some minced leaves on the affected area.
#Dandruff
Reduce the appearance of dandruff. Mix minced leaves and stems with coconut oil. Use it as a shampoo and gently massage it on your scalp. It can also stop hair fall and help your hair grow back to its original thickness.