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  • 18Mar

    Gomphrena globosa

    Butones-butonesan (Gomphrena globosa) is rich in bioactive substances such as phytonutrients, anti-oxidants (anti-free radicals), Vitamins A, Vitamin E, and the group B vitamins. It also contains minerals such as the rare or trace minerals: Germanium, Selenium, Iron, Zinc, Calcium, Manganese, and Potassium.

    Butones-butonesan also has Phytosterol Saponosides as well as amino acids The phytosterols are hormone-like substances that protect against hypertension, arthritis, migraines and colitis. These saponosides are believed to relieve arthritic symptoms, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It also serves to detoxify the body by absorbing some active compounds that causes pain. It prevents skin wrinkles. It also allows relaxation, especially for women suffering from dysmenorrhea and symptoms of menopause. Although saponosides promotes sleep, it also increases memory stimulation, concentrations and alertness.

    The medicinal property is good and this is in the form of tea preparation of the flowers. You can put this on regular tea preparations since it is odorless and tasteless.

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