Tags: Family Health Concerns, Physical Wellness
By KC Santos
QUEZON CITY, METRO MANILA – Strawberries are widely used globally in the culinary arts specifically for baking cakes and pastries.
In other countries, however, it is the leaves and not the strawberry fruit itself that are often converted into an herbal drink. Among the many uses of strawberry leaves is to soothe discomfort caused by severe diarrhea and skin infections like eczema.
In the Philippines, where there is only a limited number of medicinal plants approved by the Department of Health (DoH), using fruits like strawberries, especially its leaves for its medicinal value have certain setbacks.
Before you even try to fill you hot pot with it, here are a few facts you need to know about drinking tea made from strawberry leaves.
Allergy check. It is imperative that you know whether you’re safe to take medicinal teas made from strawberry leaves. Drinking this unknowingly may lead to severe allergic reactions in the form of anaphylaxis and swelling of the skin among others.
Use the leaves immediately or when fully withered. Though considered a cautionary tale, it’s highly advised that the leaves be used right after picking or when they have fully dried. The reason behind this is that certain toxins develop as the leaves start to wither which may cause mild nausea and vomiting.
Check for additional information and facts. Majority of the uses of the strawberry leaves are external like relieving arthritis, aches and pains and rashes. It’s best to ask an herbal medicine expert of a dermatologist before using strawberry leaves especially if you’re not sure of its origin or the way it was grown.
Other than those mentioned, the strawberries leaves are highly recommended for its tannin-content which aid in proper digestion and, like coffee, are high in anti-oxidants. This drink serves as an ideal alternative for those who can’t sleep due to caffeine-infused brews like coffee.
To prepare, place the handful of strawberry leaflets into a teapot. Pour boiling water over the leaves and allow steeping for at least 5 minutes then simple add honey to taste.
If you have double checked the following information, feel free to enjoy a tea cup of this pleasant brew and discover all over the wonders of strawberries like you haven’t experienced before.
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