”Kumis Kucing” or Cat whiskers for your kidneys and urinary tract

Orthosiphon stamineus, popularly known as Java tea or Cat's Whiskers, is a plant whose leaves make a health tea, used mostly for its anti-inflammatory and urinary health properties. It appears to be a large source of both rosmarinic acid and methylated flavonoids.
Let’s have a closer look at this cutely named herb.

 
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