Sunday, February 15, 2009

Biodiversity of herbs in Malaysia

Malaysia tropical rain forest is unique with large biodiversity of valuable plants and animals. The discovery of herbal plants in these jungles and in particular Mas Cotek, is slowly receiving international recognition for its medicinal values and health benefits. Based on the traditional knowledge, Mas Cotek leaves possess characteristics of human reproductive organ and in particular for the female fertility treatment.Mas Cotek has been scientifically researched by two local institution, the University Malaya and the Malaysian Planting Research Institute (MARDI). Research result shows that Masa Cotek possess five active components which are required by the human body namely flavanoid, tannins, tritopnoids, proanthocyanins and phenols. These active components is medically shown to assist in human memory and was used by doctors to treat patients with disability in mental concentration.. In addition, Mas Cotek helps to assist the effectiveness of vitamin C in controlling nitric oxide and blood circulation. Mas Cotek protects the heart, in three ways, prevent blood clot, control LDL ( bad cholesterol) oxygenation and reduce blood pressure.

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