One type of herbal medicine that we can find is the Eucalyptus which is easily found in Australia and Indonesia as well as some parts of the Philippines. Eucalyptus has been used for ages to treat migraines or headaches.Eucalyptus can help to lower our temperature when we get a fever. It can also be used as a natural decongestant and expectorant to use against asthma, cold or many other common illnesses. @alternativemedicine

Curcuma Longa is known as the herbal remedies in Asia particularly in Indonesia in which believed to have so many health benefits. Over the years and centuries people in Indonesia use it to treat cough, high blood pressures to insect bites.

Although further researches remain in progress curcuma can be the cheapest way to maintain our physical condition. Therefore we’re suggested to keep supported with consuming prescription drugs for maximum results. @alternativemedicine

Papaya leaves can be an alternative way to increase your body weight. Consuming the papaya leaves will help to increase your appetite naturally this way it’ll gradually increase your body weight as well.

These papaya leaves can easily be found in some tropical countries particularly in South East Asian countries like Indonesia. In this modern world the papaya leaves can also be extracted and consumed in the form of dietary supplement. @alternativemedicine

Tinospora crispa. Foto http://www.natureloveyou.sg/Tinospora crispa.jp

We all know that prescription drugs are commonly made from chemical substances that have side effects may endanger our health. Therefore taking some herbal medication can be an alternative to avoid such negative effects caused by chemical products.

One type of herbal medicines that has so many health benefits is the Tinospora Crispa. This type of herb is commonly found in most tropical Asian countries particularly in Indonesia.

Tinospora Crispa contains of palmatin alkaloid and glycoside and is very useful to ease the stomachache. In some regions in Indonesia the local people also use it to lower the hot body temperature caused by fever. @alternativemedicine

Among all kinds of herbs and plantations the Justicia Gendarussa has been trusted to treat and to reduce the pain caused by rheumatics. This type of herb can be found very easy in Asian countries like in Indonesia.

This herb also contains of alkaloid which is useful to treat pulmonary infections. If you have cough, asthma or other respiratory problems this herb might be the suggested herb for you. @alternativemedicine

Using the natural treatment out of herbal remedies might be a good idea since these herbal remedies typically safe to use. Lime has the purest natural vitamin C and when you consume it it’ll help your skins to develop better.

You can also apply the lime directly to your face. Cut the lime into slices and apply it as you facial masker can help to reduce the pores on your skin face. @alternativemedicine

The second is physics therapy. This therapy is used for the body so it can be relax because if our body relaxes, it will help us to cure our sick. In this therapy there are three kind of therapy that usually used; they are aroma therapy, hydro therapy, and osteotherapy. Aroma therapy is used to relaxation for our body. Hydro therapy is the therapy using water as the media. Osteotherapy is the therapy for our bones to prevent people suffering osteoporosis. Osteotherapy has the same function as chiropractic therapy. Chiropractic therapy is also to repair the bones arrangement. The last therapy is energy therapy. Energy therapy is a kind of therapy that uses the energy of ours. The function of this therapy is for balancing the body and mind. Energy therapy we can get the positive energy. There are two kinds of energy therapy, meditation and yoga.

In Indonesia is also known reflection. Reflection is a kind of therapy that given with a tool. There are many kind of therapy of the reflection. There are acupuncture, acupressure, reflexology, and massage. Reflection is the kind of therapy that given to our body directly. @alternativemedicine

This alternative treatment is usually used by traditional people for example the people who live in the village because they more believe with the power of nature. They still believe with the prophecy. The reason of these people because the economic factor and their culture that live in their blood strongly. These people of course will choose alternative treatment than medical treatment in the hospital because they only farmers with very low earning for them to feed the family. They choose alternative treatment because it will not take a lot of money. This people think their health is the second thing in their live. The first thing in their live is that they can eat to keep them alive. A little of money is very useful for them because they have to work hard to earn it and they will not spent the money to go to the doctor because there is alternative treatment which they can get cheaply. @alternativemedicine

Ginger. Foto http://www.gingernecktar.com.au

Traditional medicine is the treatment that the processing does not use scientific ways. Many people fit using this treatment because it is very natural and has no side effects. One of the medicinal plants used in traditional medicine is ginger. Ginger has a scientific name zingiber officinale already is familiar in Indonesia and most other Asian nations, which is usually used for cooking and traditional medicine.

Ginger is contains oleoresin compounds that act as antioxidants. Nature is what makes mention of ginger useful as anti-aging bioactive components. Ginger bioactive components can act to protect the fat / membrane from oxidation, inhibit the oxidation of cholesterol, and boost immunity. In everyday life, drink ginger can be used to keep the immune system and gives a sense of warmth to the whole body.

Ginger benefits that have traditionally been known, among others:

1. Lower blood pressure, this is because ginger stimulates the release of adrenaline and widens blood vessels to heart, works to mitigate the blood pumping.
2. Ginger aid digestion because the digestive enzymes that contain protease and lipase, which digests each of protein and fat.
3. Make your stomach feeling comfortable, relieve abdominal cramps and help out the wind.
4. Ginger also contains anti-oxidants that help neutralize the damaging effects caused by free radicals in the body
5. Prove the benefits of ginger are well known in traditional medicine. @alternativemedicine

Tumeric. Foto http://www.healthjockey.com/images/turmeric-june-08.jpg

Indonesia is rich in natural resources, especially the spice. The spice has many benefits, for example, can be used for traditional medicine. Many people argue that traditional medicine is safer than using medical treatment. Traditional medicine does not mislead any side effects, so safe to be consumed by everyone.

Many people use turmeric to treat diabetes mellitus, appendicitis and overcome the non-current menstrual. The treatment of these diseases is based on turmeric mixed with other traditional materials, for example the turmeric concoction for diabetes mellitus:  Ingredients: 3 pieces of turmeric, half teaspoon salt. Both materials are boiled with 1 liter of water, and then filtered. This potion to drink 2 times a week in a half cup per each.

The turmeric has a scientific name Curcuma longa Linn. It is a spice and medicinal plants native from Southeast Asia region. There are various ways the use of turmeric for health, turmeric also has myriad benefits. In addition to the kitchen spice turmeric can also be used for both traditional medicine and health care beauty. Turmeric is also efficacious to cure a stuffy nose, how to burn the turmeric and inhale. Traditional medicine to helps keep your immune system. @alternativemedicine