Ngowane, Pelargonium sidoides and African Ginger formula Tincture

Anti-Asthma is a blend of African herbs traditionally used for:

• Asthma, chronic respiratory illnesses and infections such as bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia & rhinopharyngitis
• Recommended for emphysema patients  

Added benefits:

1) Enhances the body’s functioning and protects it against diseases
2) Antibacterial properties
3) Is rich in phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and amino acids
4) Can be used externally on sores, cuts, bites and infections

Ngowane:
Dr. Manuel Raivoso, a pulmonary specialist, in a TV interview, publicly admitted: “Whenever I exhaust all means available to me, I generally refer my patients to an herbalist, who seems able to treat chronic asthma”. In a study of his own patients, of the 121 patients treated with Ngowane, 98 showed no further symptoms of asthma, even after four years of observation. It was Dr. Raivoso that personally took Tr/Dr. R Carvalho to the herbalist. To date, Dr. Raivoso’s chronic patients are still referred to the herbalist. This is the best testimonial to the efficacy of Ngowane.

Pelargonium sidoides (Umckaloabo):
The roots of Pelargonium sidoides have been used successfully in the treatment of chronic respiratory illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia.

The successful treatment of tuberculosis with Umckaloabo was acknowledged in the early 1920’s. Extracts of the root have been available in Germany since 1983 without prescription and have found widespread usage against infections of the sinus, throat and respiratory tract. Double-blind, placebo-controlled studies on patients with acute bronchitis confirmed that extracts of p.sidoides were effective in treating this ailment. Similar studies have also shown the effectiveness of p.sidoides extracts for treating tonsillopharyngitis in children in the age group 6-10 years (Phytopharmaka VII, October 2001). Encouraging results have also been achieved with children, especially those who have not responded well to repeated treatment with antibiotics.

The alcoholic extract of the root has been shown to have a three-way effect:

1) Anti-bacterial: The Pelargonium sidoides extract prevents bacteria from attaching to cells in the mucous membranes.
2) Antiviral effect: Similarly, Pelargonium sidoides prevents viruses from attaching to the mucous membrane cells and stimulates the body’s immune system in such a way that both bacteria and viruses are prevented from multiplying.
3) Expectorant: the extract acts as an expectorant, allowing the body to expel contaminated mucous making conditions less suitable for the multiplication of the bacteria and viruses.

The three-way effect attacks the acute infection at its root, the stabilization of the immune system prevents a re-infection and the vicious circle of infection and new infection is broken. Due to its bacteriostatic and immune-modulating characteristics Pelargonium sidoides is a good alternative to the conventional therapy of treating respiratory illnesses with antibiotics.

Preparation:
Anti-Asthma is a tincture of Ngowane, Pelargonium sidoides, African Ginger, Chinese Ginger & Garlic.

Dosage and Directions for use:
Shake well before using.
Adults: 5 drops 3 times daily in 10 ml of water or under the tongue.
Children (6-12): 2 to 3 drops 3 times daily in 10 ml of water or juice. May be sweetened with honey.
Consult your medical practitioner if symptoms persist.

Contra indications:
Patients with a hypersensitivity to any of the plant species or ingredients. If inclined to experience bleeding or if liver and kidney illnesses are present. Not to be taken during pregnancy.

For Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Natto roots, Momordica balsamina, Caju bark & Artemisia Afra Tincture

Anti-Diabetes a blend of African herbs traditionally used to assist in:   

• The treatment of insulin and non-insulin dependent diabetics
• The treatment of the liver and pancreas deficiencies and ailments  

There is compelling and credible ethno-botanical and anecdotal data to back up these claims.  

Added benefits:

1) Lessens debilitating end organ damage (anecdotal data)
2) Beneficial to the liver, bile, pancreas and digestive system (Momordica balsamina, ethno botanical & anecdotal data)
3) Artemisia Afra has positive cardiovascular effects and antioxidant properties (ethno botanical data)
4) Increased energy and stamina (Momordica balsamina, ethno botanical & anecdotal data)
5) Is rich in phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and amino acids (ethno botanical data)

The phenomenal efficacy and results of this traditional herbal remedy demands a re-evaluation of long-held beliefs on diabetes. Anti-Diabetes has a success rate of over 90% in lowering blood sugar levels in type 1, type 2 and insulin resistant diabetes patients. Its beneficial results are generally felt within the first week with the reliance on insulin and on drugs being dramatically reduced and often ended. Patient data backed by tests, shows a remarkable reversal of diabetes type 1 and type 2 with some diabetic sufferers reporting normal blood sugar levels even four years after the treatment. Anti-Diabetes has also been used with success for insulin resistant diabetes.

Natto roots, nicknamed by patients as “sugar sticks”, are the principal ingredient of this tincture. The roots are found in Africa and form an integral part of African herbal medicine. Its positive results on non-insulin dependent patients are generally felt within weeks. Anecdotal data supports the properties of Natto roots for non-insulin and insulin dependent patients. Like most African herbal medicines, the number of traditional doctors prescribing these roots can best measure its effectiveness.

In recent years, Momordica sp. has experienced a resurgence in research for hypoglycaemic activity. A number of patents have been submitted on actives and processes of Momordica sp. for insulin-type properties. The fruit has at least three different groups of constituents reported to have hypoglycaemic (blood-sugar lowering) action of potential benefit in diabetes mellitus. These include a mixture of steroidal saponins known as charantin, insulin-like peptides, and alkaloids. It is still unclear which of these is most effective, or if all three work together. Multiple controlled clinical studies have confirmed the benefit of bitter melon for patients with diabetes. Ethno-botanical data also supports the use of Momordica sp. in the treatment for diabetes. From as early as the 1840’s, the Portuguese and other communities in East Africa were using this herb as a supplement for diabetes.

The use of Artemisia Afra for diabetes has been recorded in early botanical and medicinal books. Its use in southern Africa is extensive. It is recorded that the early settlers used this herb to control diabetes, mainly in the Cape Province.

Caju is used by South American and East Africans alike and is rreported to have hypoglycaemic properties. Although the ethno-botanical data is imprecise, there is a strong following of this herb in the treatment of diabetes and its associated symptoms in Africa, South America and India. Two studies (one in mice and the other in rats) in 1989 and 1998 document the protective quality of a leaf extract against lab-induced diabetes, although the extract did not act as hypoglycaemic, it did stabilize blood glucose levels near pre-test levels.

Anti-Diabetes was formulated not to replace medications but to help the liver and pancreas function normally. For reasons not yet clear, Anti-Diabetes rapidly drops the reliance on pharmaceutical drugs on type 1 diabetics and it seems to make the pancreas either manufacture or release the required insulin on type 2 diabetics. Some type 1 diabetics have had their sugar level between 5 and 6 since 1995 after being on a course of Anti-Diabetes. Consistent anecdotal data has shown that the damage caused to the vision, nerves and kidneys is minimised and often reversed with the use of Anti-Diabetes.

References:
· Watt, J. & Breyer-Brandwijk, M.G. 1962. Medicinal and poisonous plants of southern and eastern Africa. Livingstone, London.
· Plantas Medicinais de Mocambique, Maputo.
· Medical Research Council (Plant Research website).

What kind of diabetes do you have?
People can get diabetes at any age. There are three main kinds:

Type 1 diabetes, formerly called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is usually first diagnosed in children, teenagers, or young adults. In this form of diabetes, the beta cells of the pancreas no longer make insulin because the body’s immune system has attacked and destroyed them. Treatment for type 1 diabetes includes taking insulin shots or using an insulin pump, making wise food choices, exercising regularly, taking aspirin daily (for some), and controlling blood pressure and cholesterol.

Type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes, is the most common form of diabetes. People can develop type 2 diabetes at any age-even during childhood. This form of diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which fat, muscle, and liver cells do not use insulin properly. At first, the pancreas keeps up with the added demand by producing more insulin. In time, however, it loses the ability to secrete enough insulin in response to meals. Being overweight and inactive increases the chances of developing type 2 diabetes. Treatment includes using diabetes medicines, making wise food choices, exercising regularly, taking aspirin daily, and controlling blood pressure and cholesterol.

Some women develop gestational diabetes during the late stages of pregnancy. Although this form of diabetes usually goes away after the baby is born, a woman who has had it is more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life. Gestational diabetes is caused by the hormones of pregnancy or a shortage of insulin.
Diabetes can start at any age.

Dosage and Directions for use:
For type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent diabetes)
Do not go off medication or insulin!
If blood sugar level is between 7 and 16;
Adults: start by taking 5 drops 3 times daily before meals. Best taken with 10 ml of warm tea, warm water or under the tongue. After 3 days increase the dosage to 8 or 10 drops 3 times daily.
Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, preferably more than once daily and adjust insulin intake when readings subside and allow. The maximum dosage per day is 15 drops taken 3 times daily.
If blood sugar level is above 16;
Adults: start by taking 5 drops 3 times daily before meals. Best taken with 10 ml of warm tea, warm water or under the tongue. Within 3 days increase the dosage to 10 or 15 drops 3 times daily.
Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, preferably more than once daily and adjust insulin intake when readings subside and allow. The maximum dosage per day is 15 drops taken 3 times daily.
Children 6-12: start by taking 2 to 3 drops 3 times daily before meals. Best taken with 10 ml of warm tea, warm water or under the tongue. After 7 days increase the dosage to 5 drops 3 times daily.
Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, preferably more than once daily and adjust insulin intake when readings subside and allow.

For type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent diabetes)
Do not go off medication!
If blood sugar level is above 7;
Adults: start by taking 5 drops 3 times daily before meals. Best taken with 10 ml of warm tea, warm water or under the tongue. After 3 days increase the dosage to 8 drops 3 times daily.
Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, preferably more than once daily and slowly adjust the intake of drugs when readings subside and allow. The maximum dosage per day is 12 drops taken 3 times daily.
Children 6-12: start by taking 2 to 3 drops 3 times daily before meals. Best taken with 10 ml of warm tea, warm water or under the tongue. After 7 days increase the dosage to 5 drops 3 times daily.
Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, preferably more than once daily and slowly adjust the intake of drugs when readings subside and allow.

Warning: Blood sugar levels can drop rapidly when Anti-Diabetes is taken in conjunction with pharmaceutical drugs. It is therefore important that checks be taken at least once daily.

If the desired blood sugar level is achieved, take only 5 drops of Anti-Diabetes per day for a month in order to help the liver and pancreas functions. During this period, continue taking regular checks. Eat and exercise correctly to keep diabetes in check. Stop Anti-Diabetes immediately if blood sugar level drops below 5.

Preparation: Anti-Diabetes is a tincture of Natto, Momordica balsamina, Caju & Artemisia Afra.
Contra Indications: People with a hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the plant species. Not to be taken during pregnancy.
Pharmacological classification: A 34. Other
Pharmacological action: African herbal medicine.
Indications: It is traditionally used in the support of diabetes type 1 and type 2.
Side effects and special precautions: None side effects have been recorded.
Known symptoms of over dosage and particulars of its treatment: over dosage may cause hypoglycaemia.
Presentation: Homeopathic bottles of 30 ml.
Storage instructions: Keep in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.

References:
· Watt, J. & Breyer-Brandwijk, M.G. 1962. Medicinal and poisonous plants of southern and eastern Africa. Livingstone, London.
· Plantas Medicinais de Mocambique, Maputo.
· Medical Research Council (Plant Research website).