The government presented on Monday a practical guide for the incorporation of natural products and traditional ancestral medicine in the prevention of respiratory diseases and the strengthening of the immune system in the context of COVID-19.
The 58-page document that can be downloaded for free from the link https://www.boliviasegura.gob.bo/, collects the ancient wisdom of indigenous peoples, native peoples, peasants on the use and consumption of medicinal plants, vegetables, fruits and foods for the maintenance of health and life.
Regarding foods that strengthen the immune system and help fight fever, the guide mentions Flax seeds that act as a weight loss supplement. Promotes intestinal transit. It is an antioxidant. Regulates blood pressure. It is beneficial to reduce stress levels. Prevents cancer. Maintains cholesterol balance and is beneficial for people with heart disease. Promotes the development of the fetal nervous system.
Another product is Ayrampo plant that is used to reduce fever caused by respiratory infections and other infections, preferably in children.
Dried love is a plant that reduces inflammation, used for diseases with febrile symptoms, such as: flu, headache, fever, internal heat, uterine infection, diarrhea, intestinal infection, inflammation of the liver and gallbladder.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antiviral activity, which prevent the replication of viruses and that they enter healthy cells.
Garlic is an antiviral par excellenceIt has the particularity of fighting respiratory infections, dilating the bronchi, fluidizing the mucous membranes and stimulating the immune system.
Wira wira is a medicinal plant that strengthens the respiratory system, is used to prevent and relieve cough, flu, bronchitis, hoarseness, fever, indigestion, wound healing, anti-inflammatory and antioxidants.
Eucalyptus is an expectorant, antiseptic, decongestant, to prevent and relieve flu, cold, asthma, bronchitis, by steam, steam baths that improve congestion, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, gingivitis. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal (fungal), antioxidant properties and improves defense. Eucalyptus should be used in small quantities.
Guava leaves contain antiseptic properties that act as natural antibiotics. It is used to heal wounds due to its antibacterial and anesthetic properties. It is antifungal and can eliminate fungi and bacteria that cause discomfort in the throat, nose and ears; intestine; urinary tract and mouth.
The traditional medicine guide includes fruit and juice preparations that enhance the natural defense of the human body.
It also includes prevention and disinfection measures to be applied daily, such as hand washing, rail use, social distancing, among other things.
ABI – Bolivia.com