Indonesia is rich in traditional herbal medicine traditions that are widely known, especially in the form of jamu. Jamu, a traditional concoction made from natural ingredients such as spices and leaves, has long been used for various health problems. The diversity of jamu types in Indonesia, ranging from those that treat coughs and colds to those that lower cholesterol and high blood pressure, shows the diverse potential benefits of jamu. In addition, the use of easily found natural ingredients around us makes jamu a practical and affordable choice for maintaining overall body health. One of the main ingredients in making jamu is leaves, which often have extraordinary health benefits. Guava leaves, soursop leaves, gotu kola leaves, and several other types of leaves have been proven effective in helping to lower bad cholesterol and high blood pressure. The following boiled jamu recipes, which will be shared, use various beneficial leaves and spices to provide optimal benefits for heart health and the circulatory system. By regularly using these traditional concoctions, you can get natural support to maintain body balance and improve overall health. Here is the information that has been summarized from various sources on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Ingredients: 5 pieces of guava leaves (choose ones that are not too old), 2 pieces of pandan leaves, 4 cm cinnamon stick, 350 ml water, 1 tsp honey. How to Make: Wash the guava leaves thoroughly. Boil the guava leaves with water while stirring occasionally. After boiling for 5 minutes or until the water turns brown, remove from heat and strain. Add honey according to taste and enjoy while warm.

Ingredients:1 meniran tree4 cm turmeric1 stalk lemongrass3 pandan leaves1/2 lime800 ml waterInstructions:Clean all ingredients.Pluck meniran leaves and cut them into pieces.Crush lemongrass and thinly slice. Thinly slice turmeric and pandan leaves.Boil all ingredients with water for 10 minutes until the water becomes turbid.Remove from heat, strain, and add lime juice if desired. Enjoy while warm.

Ingredients: 4 soursop leaves, 2 cm ginger, 2 cm cinnamon stick, 350 ml water, 1 tablespoon honey or sugar. Instructions: Clean the soursop leaves, cut them in half. Boil the soursop leaves with water until boiling and the water turns brown. Remove from heat, strain, and add honey or sugar. Enjoy while warm.

Ingredients: 1 handful of gotu kola leaves, 1 pandan leaf, 3 cm turmeric (optional), Sufficient amount of water How to Make: 1. Rinse the gotu kola leaves thoroughly. Crush the pandan leaf and tie it into a knot. 2. Crush and thinly slice the turmeric if using. 3. Boil water with gotu kola leaves, pandan leaf, and turmeric for 10 minutes. 4. Remove from heat, strain, and add honey if desired. Enjoy while warm.

Ingredients: 2 stalks of Chinese betel nut 3 cm of ginger, crushed 1 stalk of lemongrass 1 pandan leaf Sufficient amount of water How to Make: Clean all the ingredients, then cut them into pieces. Boil water with all the ingredients for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, strain, and add a little honey as a sweetener if desired. Enjoy while warm.

Ingredients:2 stalks of lemongrass2 pandan leaves2 cloves4 cm gingerSufficient amount of water How to make:Clean all the ingredients. Crush the lemongrass and ginger, thinly slice them.Boil water with lemongrass, ginger, pandan leaves, and cloves for 10 minutes.Remove from heat, strain, and add honey according to taste. Enjoy while warm.

This infusion can be consumed every day, but preferably in moderate amounts (1-2 glasses per day). Consult with a doctor if you have certain health conditions.

Drinking turmeric water every day can provide benefits such as reducing inflammation and supporting heart health, but it is best to consume it in appropriate amounts.

Jamu such as beras kencur, kunyit asam, sinom, pahitan, and kunci sirih are recommended for women's health.

Jamu, although it tastes bitter, contains natural ingredients that are beneficial for health and beauty, especially for women.

Jamu kunyit asam helps maintain digestive health and overcome various digestive problems such as bloating, diarrhea, and constipation.