Herbal plants have long been an integral part of the healing tradition in Indonesia, especially in the making of jamu. The benefits of these various plants are widely recognized, ranging from addressing digestive issues such as bloating, fatigue, to more serious health problems like high cholesterol, gout, and diabetes. Various types of herbal plants and spices commonly used in jamu contain active compounds and antioxidants that can provide significant benefits for body health. Therefore, utilizing herbal plants for health is not just a habit, but also a holistic approach to improving quality of life. By using just a few simple ingredients, we can make traditional jamu that is not only beneficial but also easy to prepare at home. The jamu recipes discussed below, such as Jamu Jahe Merah Serai, Jamu Kunyit Asam Beluntas, and Jamu Temu Kunci Segar, demonstrate how effective these concoctions are in maintaining health and caring for the body. Each recipe leverages the strengths of specific herbal plants, offering a variety of diverse and profound benefits. By understanding how to make and consume the right jamu, we can harness this natural wealth for better health. Here is the information summarized from various sources on Thursday (25/7/2024).

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan: 10 cm jahe merah 1 batang serai 2 lembar daun salam Air secukupnya
Cara Membuat:
Cuci bersih semua bahan. Parut jahe merah, geprek serai, dan sobek-sobek daun salam. Rebus air secukupnya, lalu masukkan semua bahan. Rebus hingga mendidih selama 10 menit. Tambahkan sedikit gula, aduk hingga larut, lalu angkat. Diamkan hingga tidak terlalu panas, saring ke dalam wadah. Tambahkan madu jika suka, dan minum selagi hangat." Translated: "Ingredients: 10 cm red ginger 1 stalk of lemongrass 2 leaves of bay leaves Enough water
How to Make:
Wash all the ingredients clean. Grate the red ginger, crush the lemongrass, and tear the bay leaves. Boil enough water, then add all the ingredients. Boil until it boils for 10 minutes. Add a little sugar, stir until dissolved, then remove. Let it sit until it's not too hot, strain into a container. Add honey if you like, and drink while warm."

Here is the translation of the provided text while preserving the HTML tags: "Bahan-bahan:
1 liter air
100 g kunyit
50 g asam jawa
1 genggam daun beluntas
Cara Membuat:
Cuci bersih kunyit, lalu parut atau iris tipis.
Rebus air, masukkan kunyit, asam jawa, dan daun beluntas.
Masak hingga mendidih selama 5 menit.
Tambahkan gula jika suka, aduk hingga larut, lalu angkat.
Saring ke dalam gelas dan nikmati. Tambahkan es batu jika ingin minuman dingin." Translation: "Ingredients:
1 liter of water
100 g of turmeric
50 g of tamarind
1 handful of beluntas leaves
How to Make:
Wash the turmeric thoroughly, then grate or slice thinly.
Boil the water, add the turmeric, tamarind, and beluntas leaves.
Cook until boiling for 5 minutes.
Add sugar if desired, stir until dissolved, then remove.
Strain into a glass and enjoy. Add ice cubes if you want a cold drink."

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan:
5 batang temu kunci
2 lembar daun salam
1/2 buah jeruk nipis
Air secukupnya

Cara Membuat:
Cuci bersih semua bahan. Geprek dan iris tipis temu kunci.
Masukkan temu kunci dan daun salam ke dalam panci dengan air secukupnya. Rebus selama 5-10 menit.
Diamkan hingga tidak terlalu panas dan air berubah kecokelatan, saring, dan tambahkan perasan jeruk nipis. Minum selagi hangat. Tambahkan madu jika perlu."

Here's the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan:
1 genggam daun sambiloto
2 lembar daun pandan
Gula/madu secukupnya
500 ml air
Cara Membuat:
Keringkan daun sambiloto di suhu ruangan yang sejuk.
Hancurkan daun sambiloto kering, lalu rebus dengan irisan daun pandan dan air.
Saring air rebusan, tambahkan gula atau madu sesuai selera untuk mengurangi rasa pahit." Translation: "Ingredients:
1 handful of sambiloto leaves
2 sheets of pandan leaves
Sugar/honey to taste
500 ml of water
How to Make:
Dry the sambiloto leaves at room temperature in a cool place.
Crush the dried sambiloto leaves, then boil with sliced pandan leaves and water.
Strain the boiled water, add sugar or honey to taste to reduce the bitterness."

Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan:
1 liter air
1 rimpang jahe, memarkan
1 batang serai, memarkan
1 batang kayu manis
Cara Membuat:
Rebus air hingga mendidih, masukkan jahe, kayu manis, dan serai.
Rebus hingga aroma wangi keluar. Matikan api.
Saring dan tambahkan gula atau madu sesuai selera. Nikmati selagi hangat." Translated to English: "Ingredients:
1 liter of water
1 piece of ginger, crushed
1 stalk of lemongrass, crushed
1 stick of cinnamon
How to Make:
Boil the water until it boils, add the ginger, cinnamon, and lemongrass.
Boil until the fragrant aroma comes out. Turn off the heat.
Strain and add sugar or honey to taste. Enjoy while warm."

Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan:
Air secukupnya
10 buah akar alang-alang
6 serut kayu secang
4 cm jahe
Cara Membuat:
Cuci bersih semua bahan. Iris tipis alang-alang dan jahe.
Masukkan semua bahan ke dalam panci dan rebus hingga mendidih selama 10-15 menit.
Saring ke dalam gelas, tambahkan gula atau madu, dan aduk rata. Nikmati selagi hangat." Translation: "Ingredients:
Enough water
10 pieces of alang-alang roots
6 shavings of secang wood
4 cm ginger
How to Make:
Wash all the ingredients thoroughly. Thinly slice the alang-alang and ginger.
Put all the ingredients into a pot and boil until it reaches a boil for 10-15 minutes.
Strain into a glass, add sugar or honey, and stir well. Enjoy while warm."

"Boiling ginger can help relieve symptoms of gout. Use grated fresh ginger to boil water, then use that water as a compress or drink it."

"Patients with gout should drink enough water, around 2 liters per day, to help dissolve uric acid in the body."

"Boiled celery water can help lower high blood pressure. Celery has properties that support blood pressure reduction."

"Drinking herbal medicine every day is permissible, but it is recommended to consume it every 1-2 days. Consult a doctor if you have certain health conditions."

"Drinking herbal medicine in the morning on an empty stomach can help boost the immune system and provide energy to start the day off well."