KOMPAS.com – Brotowali has long been known as a traditional medicine to treat various diseases, including fever. With its bitter taste, this plant is believed to have natural antipyretic properties.
Brotowali concoction is the choice of many families as a herbal alternative to reduce fever. Besides being easy to make, the ingredients are also simple and easy to find.
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Even though it is simple, the benefits of brotowali herb cannot be underestimated. Apart from lowering body temperature, this herb also helps increase the body’s endurance naturally.
Follow the method from the book “Natural health with herbs: 250 plants with medicinal properties + 60 healthy food & drink recipes” (2014) by Gagas Ulung published by PT. Gramedia Pustaka Utama.
Traditional Brotowali Herbal Recipe to Reduce Fever
Ingredients
- 2 fingers of fresh brotowali stem
- 2 glasses of clean water
- Honey to taste (optional)
How to make
Material Preparation
- Prepare fresh brotowali stems, wash them thoroughly to remove dirt.
- Cut the stems into small sizes so that the boiling process is more effective.
Boiling Process
- Boil the brotowali stem pieces in 2 glasses of clean water.
- Cook until the water reduces to about 1 cup, to ensure optimal concentration of the ingredients.
Serving Potions
- Once cooked, let the brotowali boiled water cool.
- Strain the boiled water into a glass to separate the pulp from the stems.
Addition of Honey (Optional)
- If you can’t stand the bitter taste, add enough honey to provide a natural sweet taste.
- Stir until smooth before drinking.
How to Consume
- Drink this concoction twice a day, morning and evening, half a glass each.
- Consume regularly until body temperature returns to normal.
- This brotowali concoction not only reduces fever, but also helps reduce inflammation. With proper use, you can feel the maximum benefits of this herb.
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