TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Kecombrang is one of the plants that can be found easily in Indonesia. Citing the quarantine.pertanian.go.id page, this plant has even penetrated the export market.
The scientific name of kecombrang is Etlingera elatior. Kecombrang is also commonly referred to by the name kantan or honje. This plant has a rhizome-shaped stem, protruding leaves, and red flowers shaped like a top.
Reporting from Dr Health Benefits, kecombrang has various contents nutrition which is good for health. These nutrients include zinc, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium.
The various benefits that can be obtained from kecombrang are:
- Clean dirty blood
Natural compounds contained in kecombrang effective enough to clean dirty blood in the body. Therefore, kecombrang can also treat diseases caused by dirty blood such as acne and various other skin problems.
- Overcome body odor
Kecombrang has a sweet-smelling stem. The stems of this plant can be processed into fragrances to eliminate body odor. In addition to being easy to get on the market, the price of stems kecombrang also relatively cheap.
- Breastfeeding Launcher
In addition to eating vegetables and fruit, mothers can also eat kecombrang flowers to promote breastfeeding. The flowers can be used as a flavoring dish or processed into a variety of delicious foods.
- Strengthens bones and teeth
With a high mineral content, kecombrang has benefits for memberkuat bones and teeth. This plant is highly recommended for consumption by children who are still in their infancy.
- Prevent dehydration
Another way to prevent dehydration apart from consuming fluids is to consume kecombrang flowers. In this flower contained water and minerals that can replace body fluids.
- Improve brain function
Other benefits of consuming kecombrang flowers is to improve brain function. As the control center of the body, all organs can be in trouble if the brain loses its function.
- Treating wounds
Kecombrang It has anti-microbial properties so it is very good for treating wounds. Natural treatment with kecombrang It is better to use chemical drugs.
- Neutralize stomach acid
Consumption of kecombrang routinely efficacious to neutralize stomach acid. However, the consumption of this plant must also be followed by a healthy diet.
SITI NUR RAHMAWATI
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