Is your child struggling to concerntrate in class? Are they restless? not able to grasp information? Not able to sleep or wakeup when they should?
Here are two herbs our African parents and grandparents have sworn by for many years. These herbs were prepared for us as young scholars and varsity students. To help increase our concerntration levels. For an added boost in energy, improving the I.Q, and helping with restlessness.
UBUKHWEBEZANE: also known as the Lantana rugosa flower, has many medicinal properties and benefits. Including if you scar easily, if you have sores. If you have eye problems, if your eyes hurt. Of course how you administer this flower as a herb, depends on your unique needs. For scholars and students looking to excel academically. Parents should gather the leaves of the Lantana rugosa, rinse and boil them. After boiling, the mixture should be cooled, strained and you may serve your child half a glass every morning before school. Add honey or sugar to help with the bitterness.
UMBHEMISO: Is a herb that also helps with concentration and improving the I.Q. All you do is take a pee size and inhale it into each nostril in the mornings. It also helps with an excruciating headache.
UKUKHULEKELA I PENI: You may take your child to see an African Prophet (Umthandazi) or a Sangoma for ‘Ukukhulekelwa kwe peni’. Here the Traditional Healer will pray over your child’s academic performance for the year 2025. Remember to take your child and their stationary or pen along with you.
Photo source: South African National Biodiversity Institute