Secret Benefit of Aromatic Ginger or Kencur (Kaempferia galanga). Sambiloto or andrographis paniculata is one of the most widely used medicinal herbs in Indonesia. it’s leaf and stem might work by stimulating the immune system and prevent flu viruses from binding to cells in the body. Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It contains a chemical called curcumin, which might reduce swelling and it is often used to treat conditions that involve pain and inflammation. Aromatic ginger or commonly known as kencur is one of four plants called galangal. It is found primarily in open areas in Indonesia. The plant is used to treat cholera, contusion, constipation, and stomachache.
