4 April 2016
About Loquat LeavesLoquat leaves are the leaves of the tree Eriobotyrya japonica which produces the fruit called Loquat.
Loquat leaves are evergreen and large in size, about 6 to 10 inches long and 3 to 4 inches wide. They are glossy and dark green in color and prominently veined. Loquat leaves are frequently used to make medicinal teas. They can relieve diarrhea, depression, reduce swellings and counteract intoxication. The leaves are rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Loquat leaf is very popular in folk treatment for not only cancer but many other diseases in Japan. The book "Natural Remedy" in Japanese by Yuriko Tojo describes the many ways that loquat leaf can be used both internally and externally. Health Benefits Of Loquat LeavesLoquat leaves are used to make medicinal teas as they have incredible health benefits.
Following are some of these health benefits. • Loquat leaf aids in combating diabetes The leaf has a variety of triterpenes and of these one - tormentic acid - has shown to increase insulin production that aids in reducing blood sugar. The Chinese government has approved the chemical as an antidiabetic agent. Tormentic acid produces polysaccharides which increase insulin production. • Loquat leaf fights against skin cancer Loquat leaf reduces skin inflammation. When used in topical creams it counters histamine induced skin contractions thereby helping in healing of various types of inflammations and giving a soothing effect. • Loquat leaf fights viruses Studies suggest that loquat leaf produces a number of acids having antiviral effect. These acids produce antigens that are antiviral. Also, the triterpines help to reduce rhinovirus infections, the ones causing various colds. There is also evidence that loquat leaf has a mild suppressive action on the HIV virus. Of the various acids in the leaf, the 2-alpha-hydroxyursolic acid has anti HIV effect. • Loquat leaf has antioxidants The leaf releases antioxidants that neutralize free radicals and thus increase immunity, prevent various diseases and prolong life. • Loquat leaf supports the pancreas Loquat leaf assists in regenerating the cells of the pancreas and thereby helps the pancreas to produce more insulin. • Loquat leaf helps the mucus membranes The leaf extract can be used as a mucolytic agent to dissolve mucus that contains trapped toxic compounds. Organic foot pads can be used for this purpose. • Loquat leaf aids the liver in detoxifying the body Loquat leaf contains a substance Amygdalin (B-17) that not only combats liver disorders but also supports the liver to process and remove toxins from the body. • Loquat leaf fights skin cancer Loquat leaf reduces the side effect of the drug Adriamycin that is used to combat the side effects of chemotherapy. More importantly, loquat leaf has chemicals that slow down skin cancer by suppressing the reproduction and growth of cancer cells. It can benefit in minor forms of skin cancer. Read about the health benefits of Loquat fruit by clicking the blue link. Some Useful Videos |
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