The National Polytechnic Institute has focused a part of its research on the study of Mexican ancestral herbal medicine, to find new natural compounds to treat several diseases. This is the case of the research led by Katia Ahimelec Abarca Sandoval, of the IPN’s Center for Science and Technology Studies, which consist of studying a plant called oak-leaved goosefoot (Chenopodium glaucum), which is traditionally used as antiphrastic and to relieve flu symptoms.
In a statement, Abarca Sandoval said that this plant was used by the Otomi population as treatment for cold and flu, and as antiphrastic when consumed during fast. She explained that its active ingredients are effective, but have shown certain levels of toxicity, therefore micro-doses are necessary to avoid poisoning. To deliver those micro-doses she used tea bags, as an adequate via of administration.
According to Abarca Sandoval, it is important that the Mexican heritage is known and preserved with a scientifically approach; and that is why she conducted research and developed a product with strict quality standards.
Source: Notimex
