Plu Kao

Benefits of Plu kao

Houttuynia cordata, also known as "Plu Kao", is a Thai herb that is popular in Asia, especially in the northern and northeastern regions of Thailand. Houttuynia has a variety of medicinal properties and health benefits, including:

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1. Strengthen immunity

• Plu Kao contains antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of infectious diseases such as the flu or viral infections.

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2. Anti-inflammatory

• It has anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve inflammation in the body, such as joint pain, arthritis, or acne problems.

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3. Helps detoxify the body.

• Betel leaf has the effect of stimulating the elimination of toxins from the body, especially in the blood and liver systems, promoting overall health.

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4. Promote respiratory health

• Centella asiatica is used in herbal formulas to relieve colds, coughs, and respiratory problems such as asthma or allergies.

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5. Helps reduce blood pressure.

• The substances in betel leaf help balance blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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6. Control blood sugar levels

• Plu Kao has properties that help reduce blood sugar levels and enhance insulin function. It is suitable for people with diabetes.

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7. Antibacterial and antiviral

• Plu Kao contains antimicrobial properties that help inhibit bacteria, viruses, and fungi, such as those in the urinary tract and digestive tract.

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8. Helps treat skin problems

• It is used to relieve itching, skin inflammation and treat acne.

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9. Promotes healthy digestive system

• Plu Kao helps stimulate digestion, reduces flatulence and bloating, and helps balance the bacteria in the intestines.

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How to use betel leaf

• Eaten fresh: Used as a vegetable side dish or as an ingredient in dishes such as larb, nam phrik, or som tam.

• Boil and drink: Brew leaves or roots of the betel plant as a herbal drink.

• Extract: Taken in capsule form or as a dietary supplement.

• Apply to the skin: Use fresh, crushed leaves and apply to the inflamed or itchy area.

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Cautions

• People who are allergic to plants in the same family as betel should avoid it.

• It should not be consumed in large quantities or for long periods of time without consulting a doctor as it may affect kidney function.

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Plu Kao is a herb with many properties that can help promote health and prevent various diseases when used properly according to the instructions