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SCIENCE 03
HISTORY 08
HOME REMEDIES 11
THEIR STORY 15
TECHNOLOGY 19

ASK AN EXPERT 22
NATURAL BEAUTY TIPS 27
EDUCATION 3o
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 33
EXPLORATION

CURRENT ISSUE 36
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SCIENCE
Tradisional Malay Medicine

Written By : Following that, the famous Dry cupping involves
Nur Athirah Binti Hasham Ebers Papyrus, one of the
Khan oldest medical journals in applying evacuated cups to
existence, reveals that the
Cupping earliest known records of the skin or body without
cupping date back to 3000
Cupping is an ancient type of B.C. Even though it is known causing bleeding, and it is
traditional medicine that is by different names or
still used in many languages, such as Hijamah, more commonly used to help
communities throughout the Bekam, Orgakhoi, Badkesh,
world. Cupping is an old or Kuyukaku, the main improve health and
tradition that is primarily purpose of cupping remains
used for healing and health the same which is to remove wellbeing. Meanwhile, wet
maintenance. Furthermore, blood that is presumed of
cupping is a healing being dangerous from the cupping, which includes skin
technique that can be found human body.
in several conventional scarification and subsequent
medical schemes it is still Furthermore, cupping is an
used even now. Islamic variant of cupping blood drawing through the
that is practised in Malaysia.
Cupping, for example, is Cupping is classified into two wound to be evacuated, has
well-known in traditional types which is dry cupping
Malaysian medicine or and wet cupping. therapeutic benefits. In other
Islamic medicine and is
thought to be part of Prophet words, it can be clearly
Muhammad SAW's traditions.
explained by vacuum and

removal of blood following

some superficial incisions on

the skin, particularly at

various specific points on the

human body.

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Moreover, cupping treatment

has been shown to help

people who suffer from back

pain, neck pain, knee pain,

shoulder pain, headaches or

migraines, breathing

problems such as asthma,

and high blood pressure

(hypertension) reduce their

pain. Cupping treatment can

thus help to clear colon

blockages, activate the

lymphatic system, activate

and clear the circulation,

activate the skin, help clear

stretch marks and improve

varicose veins, the release of

toxins from the cupping site,

the release of accumulated

pressure provides instant

relief, and it can eliminate

blood volume.

Cupping is also widely used

to treat stomach problems,

menstrual irregularities,

headaches, infertility,

muscular pains and sprains,

boils, circulatory disorders,

sinusitis, and nerve

entrapment.

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Malay Herb Many Zingiber officinale or As a result, it is also used in
the production of herbal
ginger family species have medicines, such as 'cures,'
jamu, nutrient supplements,
GINGER potential economic value as and other specific treatment
purposes. The jamu contains
medicines, ornamentals, Kaempferia sp., Alpinia sp.,
Curcuma sp., and Zingiber sp.
Ginger, also known as condiments, and spices. In Following that, the Zingiber
officinale species is known to
Zingiber officinale, is a addition, about 30-40 species be high in medicinal essential
oils such as geraniol, citral,
tropical and subtropical of ginger have been camphor, and ascineol.
Ginger root can be used in
plant. Zingiber officinale is a documented to be useful in beverages, sauces, and
cooking, whether it is mature
South-East Asian plant. Itis traditional medicine in or young.

was introduced to many Peninsular Malaysia.As a

parts of the world, result, these species are

particularly where it had primarily used to treat

been cultivated for thousands various diseases or ailments,

of years for medicinal and such as diarrhoea, stomach

culinary purposes. aches,post-partum protective

Furthermore, the ginger plant treatment, rheumatism,fever,

is a perennial with a tuberous indigestion,coughs,vermifuge

root or rhizome, and the ,swellings, and asthma.

stems are erect, oblique,

round, annual, and covered

in smooth sheaths of the

leaves with a height of 2 or 3

feet.

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TURMERIC Furthermore, turmeric is Turmeric juice from the main
known as a natural wonder
that is beneficial in the rhizome is taken orally in
treatment of a variety of
Turmeric, also known as health conditions ranging traditional Malay medicine to
Curcuma longa, is a type of from cancer to Alzheimer's
herb that belongs to the disease. In addition, turmeric slow down ageing.
ginger family and is widely water is used in an Asian
grown in southern and south cosmetic that is applied to Furthermore, the rhizome is
western tropical Asia. the skin to give it a golden
Turmeric is regarded as one glow. combined with rice to create
of nature's most potent
healers for the human body. Curcumin has been shown to a face powder that is applied
be effective against
Staphlococcus aureus (pus- topically to pimples. As a
producing infections). Cancer,
anaemia, digestion, diabetes, result, curcumin is a potent
food poisoning, gallstones,
indigestion, staph infections, antioxidant. This is due to the
and wounds are just a few
examples. As a result, antioxidants' ability to
turmeric reduces Kapha and
Curcumin is the active is used to remove mucus in scavenge harmful particles in
the throat, watery discharges
ingredient in turmeric, and such as leucorrhea, and pus the body known as free
in the eyes, ears, or wounds,
turmeric is a mild digestive, among other things. radicals, which can damage

aromatic, stimulant, and WHAT IS RHIZOME ? cell membranes, tamper with

carminative. Next, the health The rhizome is the most DNA, and even cause cell
commonly used part of the
benefits of turmeric are plant; it can also be prepared death.
in a variety of ways and is
generally centred on an said to relieve asthma and Besides that, antioxidants
coughs.
orange-yellow colour, can neutralise free radicals,

lipophilic polyphenol which may reduce or even

substance known as prevent some of the damage

"curcumin". This curcumin is they cause. Furthermore,

obtained from the rhizomes curcumin reduces

of the herb, which has inflammation by decreasing

recently been discovered to the levels of two

have antioxidant, anti- inflammatory enzymes in the

inflammatory, and anticancer body known as COX-2 and

properties. Turmeric plays an LOX. It also prevents

important role in the platelets from clumping

prevention and treatment of together and forming blood

a variety of illnesses, clots.

including cancer,

autoimmune, neurological,

cardiovascular disease, and

diabetes.

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Malay Furthermore, applying Furthermore, thumb stroking
Massage allows for pressure
pressure with fingers and concentration, particularly on
small areas of muscle tissue.
hands can reduce the It is typically repeated
several times over the area.
Traditional Malay massage, intensity of pain. This is due

also known as urut Melayu in to the fact that touch can

Malay, is one of the Malay both render pressure and act

medicine practises. Malay as a pain blocker. This theory

massage focuses on muscle includes two types of fibre:

manipulation and soft tissue Adelta fibre and Cfiber.In

manipulation. It is critical to terms of pressure

exercise the lymphatic, transmission, Adelta fibre is

circulatory, and nervous faster, whereas Cfiber is

systems. Malay massage is slower in terms of pain

divided into two parts: impulse conduction.

therapeutic aspects and As a result, when pressure is
applied to the focusing area,
psychological aspects. the Adelta fibres are STATIONARY PRESSURE
activated and the pain
Therapeutic massage focuses impulse is transmitted faster.
As a result, the gate will be
on a specific area of the body closed, and pain will not be Stationary pressure is
able to reach the spinal cord.
that is in pain or ill. typically applied to massage

The therapeutic effect can with the fingers and palms of

improve the condition of a the hand. Furthermore,

specific illness, and massage stationary pressure entails

provides pain relief when Finally, patients reported applying a small but steady
that it reduced pain intensity
musculoskeletal problems and made the massage more pressure and holding it for
relaxing. Malay massage
such as muscle spasm are techniques include kneading, five to nine seconds before
stroking (fan and thumb),
involved. Meanwhile, and pressing with hands, as releasing it. As a result, this
well as the use of herbal oils
psychological aspects include to help with the massage. stationary pressure technique

relaxation, improved sleep, is thought to be beneficial for

increased body immunity, releasing tension,

increased confidence, and particularly in the shoulders

decreased anxiety. and neck, the back and hips,

Furthermore, according to the THUMB STROKING and the soles of the feet.
National Health and
Morbidity Survey (NHMS) Thumb stroking is a deep
2015, Malay massage was the stroking massage technique.
most popular TCM practise This method of deep stroking
modality among Malaysians involves applying pressure
(41.92%). with one or both thumbs.

HISTORY

Tradisional Malay Medicine

Editor's Note

Malay traditional medicine is The Greeks have a model
an ancient medicine that has known as the principle of
been practised by the traditional Malay Greek
community's elders. Because medicine model, which
of the influence of other includes several elements
traditional medicines, this such as fire, earth, wind, and
traditional medicine arose. water. That is, based on
We are aware that those four characteristics, a
traditional medicines such as person's characteristics can
traditional Chinese, Indian, be seen. This medicine is not
Indonesian, and even only limited to massage or
indigenous medicine are supernatural things, but it is
available. constantly evolving and can
also involve the use of
This demonstrates that Malay herbs, which are used
everything that appears or to cure or prevent disease,
exists is the result of the and so on. Furthermore,
influence of something else. cupping is a treatment
Traditional Malay medicine method available in
treats diseases with a traditional Malay medicine.
physical, mental, and
spiritual approach that
includes religion, emotions,
and behaviour. Examples of
medicine that deal with such
issues include the method of
abstinence after childbirth,
possession, Malay massage,
and so on.

FATIN NOR NAZIRA BINTI CHE SEMAN
EDITOR-IN-TRADISIONAL MALAY MEDICINE

CUPPING

Bekam, or hijamah in Arabic, is another name for it. There are
several historical records related to this cupping that can be
deciphered. The origin of cupping is one of them. Cupping was
invented in Arab countries. So there are some experts who were
instrumental in giving meaning to cupping in the beginning.

According to the definition of "cupping," it is a In ancient Egypt, Pharaoh made cupping a
treatment that involves inhaling the skin method of medicine. He has divided cupping
through a glass beaker. There are also Greek into two categories: wet cupping and dry
physicians who explain the meaning of cupping. Cups are used as a tool for cupping in
cupping. Cupping, according to Sheikho, is Egypt. They will inhale blood through their
where we make slices on the skin. If there is mouths using a cup. It was very popular in
something harmful on the skin, it can be Egypt during the ancient times. Cups are also
removed through the incision. used in cupping in China and India.

Furthermore, via Greece Cupping is known as For which these three countries are not
a process that causes skin bleeding, but it does dissimilar because this custom developed due
not involve important organs in the body and to its inception in Egypt caused people after
thus has no effect on those organs. Several him, including Muslims in India, to follow the
countries use this town, including China, way he used. when cupping became popular in
Arabia, India, and Egypt. Each country has its Arab countries.Cupping was not practised
own method of producing cups. Cupping was there, but the Prophet Muhammad used a cup
done during Prophet Lut's time by throwing or bowl to make a puff on the skin. Cupping
stones at people who wanted to do it, and was a good treatment at the time, and
then they were rewarded. Prophet Muhammad recommended it to his
people.
Egypt has become one of the countries that
regularly uses cupping treatment to treat
some diseases as a result of their daily
activities.

MALAY MASSAGE

Traditional Malay massage is TRADITIONAL
one of the treatments available MALAY HERBS
through traditional Malay
medicine. Massage was also used Herbs have an important use and are
by ancient people to alleviate frequently used to treat disease or keep
pain in the body. This method the body healthy. Herbs were preferred
involves the practitioner using by the ancients. This is due to the fact
hand touch to create a massage that it is inexpensive and readily
on a specific body part using oil. available. It is frequently the focus
This massage has several because medicine, which was previously
benefits, including improved difficult to obtain, is now available in
blood circulation, relaxation, pharmacies or hospitals. Natural
and body refreshment. Malay resources such as roots, leaves, fruits,
massage is thought to have been flowers, bark, and rubber stems were
passed down from ancestors to used in this treatment process.
their descendants as a way of
passing on knowledge of this Every part of the herb has the potential to
massage orally or in writing. be used as a medicine or treatment. Herbs
Sequences will be created based can be made in a variety of ways,
on the needs of the individual. including eating them without being
The masseur must know when to processed, and some must be boiled to
stop massaging in order to avoid obtain herbal water. Many herbs are said
violating Muslim religious to be used as cures for various ailments,
orders. They must also ensure such as high blood pressure, which is
that the sequence they created treated by drinking lemon juice or musk
contains no negative elements, lime, and cancer, which is treated by the
as shirk is forbidden in Islam. herb gale of the wind.
Pressure, caressing, and
swallowing techniques are
among the techniques used in
this sequence.

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HOME
REMEDIES

Tradisional Malay Medicine

WHAT IS HOME REMEDIES ? ADVANTAGES OF HOME REMEDIES

Home remedies are simple prepared drugs or There is nothing exceptional about using
tonics of unknown quality that are home remedies to cure various
administered without a prescription or conditions. To treat this, fruits and
professional supervision. Home remedies may vegetables, as well as herbs and and spices,
or may not have therapeutic properties that have been suggested. They were also the first
treat or cure diseases. Every civilisation type of medication. This method of treatment
defines, views, and employs home remedies in was employed in ancient societies until it was
its own distinct way. replaced by modern medicine. Many people,
however, continue to use the ancient method
Home remedies are sometimes used to refer to of treating ailments since it has been
traditional therapies that use natural items, demonstrated to be more effective than over-
nutritional supplements, or physical the-counter alternatives. The advantages of
measures. Accepted parental, community, or home remedies are as follows:
cultural stories or traditions may help it
succeed. a) The first advantage of home remedies is
their low cost. Because pharmaceuticals made
Home remedies can sometimes be done by huge pharmaceutical companies are
without the help of others. Home remedies processed, sold, and marketed as a
are not dangerous alternative therapies that commercial commodity, they are expensive.
should be used against the advice of your Natural home remedies, on the other hand,
doctor. Instead, they are simple and practical are less expensive to make.
things you can do to help with common
health issues like acne and hair loss, as well NURUL ATIKAH BINTI MOHD RAZALI
as more serious illnesses like asthma and EDITOR OF HOME REMEDIES
diabetes.

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b) Clean is the second advantage. You (d) The other advantage is that it is more
can be confident that raw materials are effective. Home remedies can be used to
clean because they are the same heal a variety of minor ailments. A
components you use in cooking. In simple ginger, garlic, or honey mixture
comparison to other commercially could be used to treat a variety of minor
accessible therapeutic items, you may ailments. Home remedies can treat
rest convinced that nature home stomach pain, acidity, pimples, acne
remedies are manufactured properly. scars, age spots, backache, bad breath,
fat belly, bites & stings, bleeding gums,
c) The next advantage of home remedies blood pressure, bruises, sinus, leg
is their accessibility. Because home cramps, depression, dandruff, diarrhoea,
remedies only require herbs, vegetables, eczema, fat thighs, fat hips, flu, hiccups,
fruits, and spices, it's simple to locate low blood sugar, migraine, headache,
one that works for any small ailment. weak memory, mouth ulcers, obesity,
People who had multiple plants in their peptic ulcers, sensitive teeth,
backyard in the early days were more
likely to have therapeutic plants. (e) Last but not least, home remedies
Because more people are moving to benefit are milder. Natural home
cities, medicinal plants, fruits, remedies, unlike over-the-counter syrups
vegetables, and spices are now readily and pharmaceuticals, are unspoiled,
available in local stores. Simply looking fresh, and, of course, natural. The
for ginger, garlic, thyme, honey, lemon, pharmaceutical ingredients are all
and thousands of other goods in the fruit natural and target the ailment you're
and vegetable sections could provide you attempting to treat. It does not contain
with a variety of therapeutic benefits. powerful ingredients like over-the-
counter drugs because it is natural.

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GINGER... LEMONGRASS... INGREDIENTS

Zingiber officinale Roscoe, Lemongrass, scientifically

also known as ginger, is a known as Cymbopogon citratus, 4 CM GINGER
3 STICK LEMONGRASS
plant that has long been is an evergreen herb. This plant 3 GLASS WATER

used as a culinary spice in has a lemon flavour and can PROCEDURE

cookery and traditional either be dried and floured or (1) Tap three lemongrass
sticks together with four
medicine. Ginger is usually eaten fresh. It's common in teas, centimetres of ginger.
(2) With three glasses of
used in traditional soups, and curries, as well as water, bring the taped ginger
and lemongrass to a boil.
medicine as ginger boiled poultry, fish, and shellfish. (3) Bring to a boil until the
water has reduced to the
water. It is said to be Lemongrass is not only useful consistency of a glass of
water.
effective in treating as a flavour enhancer in (4) Allow the water to warm
until it is suitable to drink.
headaches, digestive cooking, but it is also incredibly

problems, heart pain, nutritious and good for our

vomiting, diarrhoea, health. Lemongrass has several

asthma, abdominal pain, health benefits, including

blood flow problems, antioxidants, antibacterial,

shrimp poisoning, cold anti-inflammatory properties,

body, low back pain, weak cancer prevention,

nerve veins, vehicle detoxification, healthy

intoxication, dry cough, digestion, overcoming anaemia,

seizures, slimy defecation, preventing sleeplessness,

and hamis-smelling strengthening immunisation,

menstrual blood. diabetes, cold relief, skin care,

and fever.

GINGER AND
LEMONGRASS
BOIL WATER

APPRECIATE YOUR HEALTH.

~ Tradisional Malay Medicine ~

HIBISCUS TEA...

The hibiscus, or Hibiscus rosasinensis in scientific terms, is INGREDIENTS
a year-round flowering plant in the Hibiscus genus that is
commonly grown as a decorative tree. Malaysia's national 3 OR 4 DRIED HIBISCUS
flower is the hibiscus. Hibiscus is high in vitamin C and 1 CUP OF HOT WATER
antibacterial properties. These ingredients work together HONEY OR SUGAR
to build a strong foundation and boost the body's
resistance to contracting a cold or flu. Stimulating the PROCEDURE
immune system, boosting body energy, keeping fluid
balance, lowering cholesterol levels, treating with ageing The procedure makes the
and menopause, hair health benefits, high blood pressure, hibiscus tea:
reducing menstruation pain, helping to lose weight, and
preventing cancer are all advantages of using hibiscus. (1) Fill a cup halfway with three
However, there are certain disadvantages to drinking or four dried hibiscus.
hibiscus tea. People with low hormone levels are among (2) Fill a cup halfway with hot
them. Pregnant women and those through fertility water and set aside.
treatment should avoid this drink. Furthermore, it (3) After five minutes, filter the
produces low blood pressure. If you have hypotension, tea and sweeten it with sugar or
don't drink it until you've checked with your doctor to honey.
make sure your blood pressure isn't too low. (4) Done and ready to drink.

HIBISCUS
TEA

APPRECIATE YOUR HEALTH.

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Their
Story

CUPPING

For the cupping treatment, we interviewed a client who had this treatment. Known as
Muhammad or Mat, 26 years old from Setiu, Terengganu, in this interview, Mat narrated the
entire cupping process, where the cupping maker explains the points of cupping. The actions
that should be taken are sunnah actions. Mat described his first experience with this cupping
treatment. He was nervous and concerned at first because he had never done cupping
before. Mat added that when the needle began to prick the skin, it felt a little painful but
not strong. When the cupping cups begin to fill with blood, the therapist will wipe them with
a tissue and repeat the process of inhaling the air on the cup while also pricking the needle.
This process is repeated until about 45 minutes have passed. When Muhammad or Mat did
the cupping, a lot of blood came out of the neck, head, and shoulders. Furthermore, he told
me that the areas that bled a lot were always sore.

He stated that taking a bath for at least 2 hours WRITTEN BY :
after finishing the cupping is not permitted in WAN ADZILAH BINTI WAN
order to avoid feeling sore in the area where
the cupping was performed. He also stated that MOHD FARIS
it is sunnah to refrain from eating for three days
15 after cupping. But, he claims, not many people JUNE 2022 / TRADISIONAL
do. He stated that taking a bath for at least 2 MALAY MEDICINE
hours after finishing the cupping is not
permitted in order to avoid feeling sore in the
area where the cupping was performed. He
also stated that it is sunnah to refrain from
eating for three days after cupping. But, he
claims, not many people do.

Create your own path and happiness

Mat wanted to do cupping, and the therapist However, cupping treatment can relieve
told him that if he felt a headache or dizziness muscle cramps and discomfort, help expel
during or after cupping, it was a normal wind from the body, help restore tension
symptom for people who do cupping. However, in the neck veins, shoulders, waist, and
according to Mat, he did not experience these joints, and improve sleep quality. As a
symptoms during or after cupping. He also result, Mat can go about his daily
stated that, despite the fact that it was his first activities in fitness and comfort.
time receiving this treatment, he thoroughly
enjoyed it. She also wants to do more cupping
treatments in the future. Muhammad or Mat
also narrated that the night after the spraying
treatment, Mat was able to sleep very soundly
as soon as he put his head down, but he awoke
suddenly at dawn. He claims that as a busy
worker, he frequently suffers from body aches
and discomfort.

MALAY TRADITIONAL MASSAGE JUNE 2022 / TRADISIONAL
MALAY MEDICINE
Massage is a technique that involves touching, rubbing, pressing, and kneading specific
body parts with the goal of relieving pain, relaxing, stimulating the skin, and benefiting
soft tissues (muscles, tendons, and ligaments). We interviewed an aunt who practises
this traditional Malay massage named Samsiah binti Muhamad, or affectionately known
as Mak Siah or Mokngoh, 64 years old from KampungMambong, Kuala Krai, Kelantan.
Mak Siah frequently complains of nerve pain, body aches, and nerve pain. However, once
she began receiving this traditional Malay massage, the aches and pains he frequently
experienced subsided, and her overall health improved. Massage the legs and shoulders,
which are frequently massaged for Mak Siah. This is because she frequently does heavy
work, and the nerves in that area are prone to numbness and pain. As a result, she will
choose to be massaged.

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The therapist would apply all of the oil to her
body before massaging her, as she described
her massage experience. The oil used is one
that slowly absorbs to the skin's surface and is
not hot. He claims that the oil is used to soften
the surface of dry, rough skin. Every massage
has key points that stimulate every nerve in
the body. Mak Siah, according to her, felt a
little sick when she first massaged her.

This is because she has never done any massage In fact, Mak Siah's bedtime became
before, but her growing age makes Mak Siah want more regular, and he was happier to
to try. Every touch of the massage by the therapist sleep. It can also be used to treat
is not too rough, but at some important points, she numbness in the limbs and hands.
said, a little pressure will be applied to make the Furthermore, Mak Siah stated that he
point more stimulating the sore spot. Mak Siah will was more fit to go about his daily
usually request a massage for 30 minutes or an activities.
hour, depending on how comfortable he is and how
much pain he feels. Mak Siah also stated that the
therapist instructed her not to shower after the
massage in order to avoid the nerves being shocked.
Furthermore, after receiving a massage, Mak Siah
noticed that her body felt lighter than usual and
that she did not experience nerve pain as usual.

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HERBS

In herbal medicine, we interviewed Mek Wok or MokNik employs ginger in addition to turmeric.
MokNik friendly practitioners of this herbal By taking ginger slices on a daily basis, you can
medicine. Herbal remedies, according to help expel wind from your body, maintain a
MokNik, contain active ingredients derived normal blood cycle, and strengthen your
from plant parts. Different plant parts are used immune system. Furthermore, ginger can
to treat diseases and improve overall health relieve travel sickness and seasickness, as well
and well-being. Some herbs contain potent as pain during menstruation, simply by
ingredients and should be used with the same drinking a decoction of ginger water with tea
caution as conventional medicine. Turmeric is and honey. It encourages young people to drink
one of the herbs used by MokNik. According to ginger water to reduce the pain of
MokNik, the nutrients in it can be used to treat menstruation. In addition, she also said that
diseases. Turmeric benefits include the ability betel leaf is also a nutritious herb. The benefits
to fight bacterial infections. MokNik claims of betel leaves are able to maintain eye health.
that if used correctly, turmeric can fight It is suitable for use when the eyes are itchy
bacterial infections in the body. Turmeric has and mild. It is used simply by boiling a few
also been shown to reduce swelling. pieces of betel leaves, then washing the eyes
with the boiled water of the betel. Betel leaves
can also relieve constipation and can maintain
the health of female organs.

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Technology

Tradisional malay medicine

Mamacare Application Postnatal refers to the time after Param, pilis, and tapel are
birth when the genitals and uterus also available to keep the
Malay traditional medicine has return to normal. It is calculated body warm and the skin
beginning with the birth of the smooth. Additionally, the
grown and thrived as technology placenta (the third stage of the birth compact prevents dizziness.
process) and continuing for 42 days. Furthermore, the abstinence
has advanced in this century, It is also known as the mother's cover service is provided to
abstinence period following help the mother regain her
employing a variety of childbirth. Hormonal changes occur attitude, confidence, and
during the postnatal period, tone, as well as to cover all
methodologies. Digital affecting the mother's physical and therapies while she is
emotional well-being. As a result, abstinent at first. aids in the
transformation is transforming the postnatal care is critical to ensuring restoration of one's original
the mother and baby's health. There body form
global healthcare community. Our are massage, param, pilis and tapel,
taboo cover, bertungku/bertungku,
society's rapid adoption of and other services available. The
wind removal massage smoothes
cellphones, whether young or old, is out the blood flow and revitalises
the tired body.
also fueling rapid advancements in

digital health technologies.

Furthermore, as technology has

advanced, a number of applications

have been developed to provide

information about postnatal

systems, particularly nutrition and

postpartum lifestyle. When using

the programme, all information can

be accessed using only the fingers.

Technology

Tradisional malay medicine

Cupping cup maker The skull will then be punctured with a needle,
and air cupping will be used to collect tiny
The ummu munghits point, also known as acupuncture amounts of blood, as well as anaesthetic to
meridian point DU20, is the most unusual spot on the prevent the patient from feeling pain when the
head. It's in the centre of the top of the head (vertex). It needle is penetrated. After 2 minutes of dry/wind
is a ro'si style point, according to a hadith. The area of cupping, blood cupping will be performed to
the skull that will be cupped will be shaved prior to collect a toxin known as CPS. Following that, the
cupping. Attaching the cupping cups will be much easier minor wounds from the needle puncture will be
as a result of this. Because shaving cupping is more cleaned and treated with olive oil, aloe vera, or
disinfecting than unshaven cupping with a suction iodine. There are numerous advantages to head
machine, it is preferred (disinfected). Still, the decision is cupping. The brain is implanted in the skull,
yours. Some people will not shave because it will result allowing it to improve hearing and vision. The
in a bald spot in the centre of their head. When women's speech will be clearer, and the image will be
hair grows, it becomes tangled, and we can feel the sharper. The body will feel light when
tangled hair when we wear a hijab. The best part is that active.Many different types of head disorders can
it is a memory. Those who are used to shaving their be treated with head cupping, and the function of
heads and experiencing headache relief after being the head is not harmed. When the head is cupped,
cupped with a razor will continue to do so. it effectively creates hypothalamic glands. It
improves brain intelligence and memory. Cupping
has been shown to help children with learning
disabilities improve their academic performance.A
fascinating story about a fifth-year student who
struggled in his studies could be told. After being
escorted to a therapist, the child was cupped.
Remember, we once cradled a sixth-grade sister
who was terrified of needles and screamed. As a
result, no blood was drawn from the cupping.
When you're stressed, your body's ability to
produce blood suffers. With their parents'
approval, these children want and dare to try
new things.

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Technology

Tradisional malay medicine

Cupped are the head (ummu mughits) and the tip of the Cupping the head can also help with issues in the
second shoulder's shoulder (kahil point). After only three fiber's centre. We are all aware that we work all
months of cupping, the youngster is able to catch up on day and that all of our labour necessitates the
the classes he missed and becomes the student with the use of our brains. Our brains become pressured
highest grade in his class. Isn't it amazing? Acne on the and heavy over time, which is why we become
head may be treated with cupping. We had to shave the fatigued quickly if we think a lot. Finally, we
hair before we could cup the head. We didn't have to would rather sleep than work, and we frequently
shave anymore thanks to this machine. Acne can also be doze off at work. So we know that alternative
treated. Migraines and headaches are two of the most cupping treatment can reduce the risk of illness
common diseases in the US. A variety of factors can while also providing a glowing face aura and a
contribute to headaches. There are two factors to pleasing appearance. Cupping therapy is no
consider: less sleep and more sleep. High blood pressure longer considered a traditional treatment
patients frequently experience headaches. It's ideal for because, thanks to advances in technology, many
cupping because filthy blood irritates us all the time. A people now use it as a spa treatment. As a result
runny nose necessitates the removal of the sinuses. of today's growth, traditional cupping treatment
Either the distinction is severe or not. The face and head now employs current technology as an
are the most common areas for sinus cupping, but the alternative for customers to do cupping
effect will be felt later if the face is used. If you don't treatment by producing a technology that is
mind being humiliated, you can even make a head or a convenient for customers, such as a cupping
face. The effect lasts 7 days. machine without shaving. Head treatments that
do not require shaving There are options
21 available. Customers who enjoy Cupping
treatments are frequently drawn to particular
spas. Because of the modern approach of using a
cupping machine instead of a razor to treat the
head, which is a far cry from the original concept,
which required the customer to shave in order to
do cupping conventionally. When performing
cupping therapy on the head, this equipment
ensures the user's safety.

Tradisional Malay Medicine

WRITTEN BY :
FASHA NUR ATHILAH BINTI CHE
HUSSIN

EXPERT BIODATA

Rumah Bekam Panji Mesdispa was founded
by Puan Nazida binti Muhammad Nasir. Her
age is 45 years. She graduated from UITM
with a bachelor's degree in business
management with a major in finance. She
stated that prior to starting her own
company, she worked as a senior internal
auditor at the Malaysian Commission for
ten years and as a senior investigating
officer at the Malaysian Companies
Commission for three years. She then
stopped working and moved back to his
hometown of Kelantan

In 2018,

She initially opened a cupping business, but
as the demand for spas increased, she
expanded to open a cupping and spa business.
She also stated that the response he received
in his business surpassed ten thousand
people.

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WHAT ARE SIGNS OF SOMEONE What is the true definition of cupping?
NEEDING CUPPING TREATMENT
She explained that there are two types of
Cupping treatment, she claims, is a subjective cupping: wet cupping and dry cupping. This dry
and extensive treatment. She also stated that cupping does not involve blood production and
cupping is a sunnah treatment. She goes on to does not cause skin damage. Wet cupping is
argue that, while we may feel healthy, cupping also known as sunnah cupping or blood
treatment is a sunnah treatment. For up to 120 cupping. Cupping is the removal of dirty blood
days, our dirty blood will change every 90 days. from the skin's surface using an incision knife or
She stated that during that time, we were cupping needle and sucking the blood into a
advised to undergo a cupping treatment to cupping cup.
remove our dirty blood in order to maintain our
health. She stated that we did not need to
become ill before beginning the cupping
treatment. Customers who came to her spa did
not have severe illnesses, she said, and some
came only for cupping treatments, not to be
treated for illnesses. She claims that cupping
treatment can treat a variety of diseases except
death, and that insane people and people who
faint cannot use it.

What are the benefits of doing a cupping
treatment?

She claims that cupping treatments have
numerous advantages. Cupping can remove dirty
and toxic blood from our bodies. Second, as we go
through the treatment, our health improves. All
three of us will feel healthy. Some stroke patients
come to her spa for cupping treatments, which
allow them to move around more freely. Some
people have diseases that require medication and
treatment, and when they finish cupping, they
stop taking their medication. There are also
customers who have a sore knee and are unable to
perform their prayers perfectly but are now able
to do so. All positive feedback and responses. This
is because the techniques used in their spa are
correct and do not cause any problems for the
client.

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What was the bitter or horrible practice She explained that there are two types of
throughout her venture into the field of cupping: wet cupping and dry cupping. This dry
cupping treatment? cupping does not involve blood production and
does not cause skin damage. Wet cupping is
She talked about her experience managing also known as sunnah cupping or blood
customers while cupping. Cupping, he said, was cupping. Cupping is the removal of dirty blood
also an Islamic medical treatment. We don't from the skin's surface using an incision knife or
always know much about our clients' cupping needle and sucking the blood into a
backgrounds, whether they're sick or what cupping cup.
they're up to. If the customer is a perennial, they
will cry and sob unconsciously while receiving As a result, he stated that being a cupper is
the cupping treatment, but once finished, the difficult. They must also have practises and
customer will be fully aware as usual. guidelines in place when performing cupping,
such as dhikr. Otherwise, the cupper will catch
Customers can also rate products. Before visiting these things. It will affect us like a body ache if
her spa, the client had undergone a number of we are not strong enough to handle it.
treatments. He explains that these unseen things However, he stressed that not all customers
are frequently on the face, at which point the have the same history, or that only a few do.
customer begins to evaluate slowly, which is We see him healthy at times but are unaware
very creepy. Clients with unusual skin diseases that he is ill. As a result, as cuppers, we must
are also present. He was determined at the time be knowledgeable.
to perform a cupping treatment on every limb of
his body.

She contracted the same skin disease after
finishing and recovered in a week. There are
times when cupping feels like it is being pressed
hard, and other times when cupping feels cold
like ice, but it disappears after reciting the prayer
or protection.

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Tradisional Malay Medicine

TUESDAY, 14 JUNE 2022

EXPERT BIODATA

Airawa Spa Legacy was founded by Wan
Siti Aisyah binti Wan Hamzah. She is
originally from Kelantan. More
affectionately known as KakCah. She is
skilled in the field of beauty and has
studied it for 20 years in Thailand. She used
to only operate a Muslimah salon and spa
beneath her parents' home. It was well
received. She has now opened branches in
Batu Caves, Kota Bharu, Alor Setar, and
Gerik Perak.

WHAT IS THE TRUE MEANING OF THE
MALAY TRADITIONAL ORDER?
Traditional Malay massage, according to her, is a
combination of massaging, rubbing, and pressing
with the hands. She claims that the massage
technique is determined by the masseur based on
the needs of the client's body. This massage is
intended for a person's well-being or health
treatment.

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WHAT IS THE MAIN PURPOSE OF WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS THAT
DOING THIS TRADITIONAL MALAY DO NOT ALLOW SOMEONE TO BE
MASSAGE TREATMENT? MASSAGED?

She claims that the primary goal is to repair the According to her, the condition of a client who
circulatory system in our bodies. Massage, she has a blood clot, particularly in the legs,
claims, is the most effective treatment for prevents them from receiving this treatment. It
smoothing our blood flow, especially when it is is not recommended to perform a massage in
blocked. She also believes that this traditional this manner. One's circumstances also prevent
massage can relieve muscle stings and tension. one from performing a sequence. A high fever,
This is because many people report feeling lighter for example, reaches 39 degrees Celsius.
and better after receiving the massage. She also Massage is also not advised if there is a
stated that this massage will help us relax. This bleeding wound or a new wound. This will
is because when we perform this massage, our aggravate the patient's condition. Massage is
bodies will feel comfortable and soothing, also not recommended for people who have
providing us with a sense of calm and relaxation. bone fractures because they are afraid the
bones will deteriorate.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS AFTER A
MASSAGE?

According to her, there are several side effects of
the massage, one of which is that they usually
experience body aches. This is due to the fact that
our muscles will be in pain following the
massage process. The bruises on the massaged
area are the next side effect. Swelling is one of
the possible side effects. Some people who are
allergic to the massage oil may experience
itching or redness on the massaged area.

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NATURAL TIPS BEAUTY

--- TRADISIONAL MALAY MEDICINE ---

TURMERIC Since time immemorial, Indians have
used turmeric to help women during
Curcuma longa is commonly referred to as pregnancy and the postpartum period.
turmeric. This medicine was also used by the Apart from treating acne, turmeric also
elderly to treat facial skin. Turmeric can helps to rejuvenate their skin after the
rejuvenate the skin and is an effective anti- hormonal changes that occur during
aging drug for both men and women. Because pregnancy. To use this medicine, apply
it's a little embarrassing, only the brave can natural turmeric powder to the face,
come out with an orange-spotted face. followed by a mixture of water, honey,
Nonetheless, turmeric can smooth the skin, or milk, and leave it on for 10 to 15
exfoliate dead skin cells, and reduce oil on the minutes. After that, rinse with warm
face.Therefore, most Indians have used turmeric water and apply toner, serum, and
in Ayurvedic treatment. moisturiser.

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Please seek the advice of a doctor, pharmacist, or
herbalist before engaging in this saffron practise
if you are pregnant, as you only need to take the
medication prescribed by the doctor during this
time. You have taken other medications,
including those that can be purchased without a
doctor's prescription. You are allergic to turmeric,
as well as other medications or supplements. You
have a weakened immune system and are easily
afflicted. You have other allergies, such as those
to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.

HIBISCUS Apply the mixture to your scalp and let it sit for
an hour before washing your hair. You will
Nature has provided therapeutic agents for notice a difference in your hair after using it
thousands of years, and a large number of consistently. Your hair is no longer affected by
modern medicines have been identified from miscarriage issues. The crushed leaves of
natural sources, primarily through their use in hibiscus can be used to treat boils, cancer, itchy
traditional medicine. Higher plants have played skin, fever, mumps, wounds, edoema, and skin
an important role in the preservation of human diseases. Hibiscus has been used medicinally for
health as a source of therapeutic chemicals since thousands of years in various civilizations to
ancient times. Natural products now account for treat a variety of diseases. Historically, Malays
more than half of all current clinical drugs, and used hibiscus to lower body temperature, treat
they play an important role in pharmaceutical nerve and heart problems, and as a diuretic. In
drug discovery programmes. The medicinal value traditional Malay medicine, fever can be
of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis has been determined, reduced thanks to the cooling action of hibiscus
and the following have been determined. H. rosa tea. Hibiscus has also been known to be a
sinensis has been used to treat a variety of healthy flower that can also be used as a
diseases. The hibiscus plant contains medicine to treat menopause.
polysaccharides and pectins, organic acids,
cyanide glycosides (antiestrogen compounds),
and mucus or mucus that causes a cold sensation
in the throat and lungs. Malays of a certain age
used to believe that combining hibiscus and
aloevera paste (aloevera) could treat hair loss
and brow hair. To begin, place a few hibiscus
buds in a stone mortar and grind until fine,
removing the liquid like a paste.

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GINGER

Zingiber officinale is the scientific name, and
Ginger is the Malay name. Ginger nutrients are
thought to help reduce weight and the waist-hip
ratio, according to research. Ginger has the
potential to be useful in weight management
because it increases thermogenesis and decreases
hunger. Ginger is widely used in traditional
medicine all over the world. It contains a lot of
natural compounds that can make you feel
better. More research is needed to better
understand and prove the health benefits of this
plant, but there are some obvious health benefits
of ginger. Ginger benefits include elements that
naturally smooth the metabolic system and
break down fat in the body. Traditional medicine,
such as ginger water, was practised by the older
generation. Drinking ginger water is also
beneficial for women who suffer from menstrual
and digestive issues. To make ginger water, slice
a few pieces of ginger and soak them in hot or
warm water. Furthermore, we must punch
roughly in order to taste more ginger water. The
second method is to chew a small amount of raw
ginger. In addition, applying dry ginger powder
mixed with a little water to the forehead can
help relieve headaches. That is only one of the
many benefits of ginger.

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EDUCATION

--- TRADISIONAL MALAY MEDICINE ---

In this college, there have offer one of
Traditional Malay Medicine courses. The
program has UTMSPACE offer is Diploma in
Traditional Malay Medicine. This program is
the new program has UTMSPACE provide for
those who interest and want to learn more
about traditional Malay medicine.

U TMSPACE Services Sdn Bhd or better known This program is created based on field
as USSB was registered on 11 December 2012. knowledge and skills with a network of
The capital issued to open this institution is Healthcare and Medical Treatment services
RM2.5 million. USSB is wholly owned by industry based on Traditional Malay Medicine.
UTMSPACE which is a corporate entity to The duration of study for this course is 2 years
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). and 6 months.

The main purpose of the establishment of USSB The qualification required for apply the course is
is to realize the dreams, aspirations and plans the SPM result must pass three subject with
of the government in the National Strategic honors and include one subject of science and
Plan for Higher Education (PSPTN).The mathematics.
government intentions and plans have been
the reason why UTM through USSB has
responded to the challenge to establish a
Private Institution of Higher Learning (IPTS)
owned by a Public University (UA).

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EDUCATION

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The Institute of Physical Science, Culture The Diploma in Malay Massage program at IPSCA
aims to produce graduates who have a strong and
and the Arts (IPSCA) is a college registered comprehensive understanding of the theory and
under the regulations of the Department of principles of Malay massage therapy.
Higher Education, Ministry of Education
Malaysia. IPSCA was appproved on 17 June Graduates who successfully complete this program
2013 as a private college under paragraph will acquire knowledge of Malay massage theory as
10 (1) (a) of the Private Institutions of well as the ability to apply these principles
Higher Learning Act 1996 (Act 555). practically in the traditional & complementary
medicine industry while taking into account the
The Institute of Physical Science, Culture aspects of ethics and social responsibility. The
and the Arts (IPSCA) was established as a duration of study for this course is 3 years .
private institution of higher learning that
will produce skilled workers with several To register for this course, each student must pass
organizations and NGOs which are new the qualification requirements. The requirements is
courses offered in Malaysia. IPSCA will must pass three subject with honors and pass one
work with the ministries to be involved and subject mathematics and science or the student
institutions from abroad. must had a professional certificate in Malay
Medicine.
This institute has provide course from
Traditional Malay Medicine. The course has
their provide is Diploma in Malay Medicine.
This program was created. to strengthen
professional skills in massage skills and
provide employment opportunities.

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EDUCATION

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In 1960, the governments of the two
provinces expressed their intention to
change the status of the Division to a
national university. Legislation was
passed in 1961 and the University of
Malaya was established on 1 January
1962.

The University of Malaya got its name from the The University of Malaya has provided
courses related to Traditional Malay
term 'Malaya' as the country was then known. The Medicine. The course is the Islamic
Carr-Saunders Commission on University Education Medicine Course. This course is a short -
in Malaya, which recommended the establishment term course. this course is under the
of a university. It was stated in its Report in 1948. academic division of Islamic studies.
The University of Malaya would provide a common
center where various races, religions and economic The learning period of this course is
interests could unite and could mingle in joint according to the module. This course
efforts. For a University of Malaya it is definitely provides 4 modules. 1 module is studied
necessary to realize that it is a university for for 4 months. So the total period of this
Malaya. course is one year and four months.

The growth of the University was very rapid in the Qualification requirements to apply for
first decade of its establishment and this led to the this course are Malaysian citizenship and
establishment of two autonomous Divisions on 15 have an SPM certificate.
January 1959, one located in Singapore and the
other in Kuala Lumpur. The objective of this course is know about
the concept of Islamic medicine. Then, to
understand the differences between the
treatment allowed by the Islamic law and
the treatment that contrary with Islamic
laws.

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E N TERXEPPLROERNAETUI OR SNH I P

--- TRADISIONAL MALAY MEDICINE ---

Q Beauty Saloon,
Pn. Ainie @ Rosiah

Jaafar
(MASSANGE)

At 23, this woman already has a business in her Customers can make an appointment in advance
own name. She is Ainie @ Rosiah Jaafar, owner of by calling the number provided. The type of
Q Beuty Saloon. This traditional treatment business ownership owned by Mrs. Ainie is a sole
business offers services such as massages,haircuts, proprietorship. He told me during the interview
and eyelash extensions. This business has been that he prefers to work and manage his business
developed since 2009. Previously, this business alone. The proof is, that now he is a business
was developed in Kampung Sireh but since 2013 owner and he is also an employee working in this
this business has moved to a more strategic area, business. However, the absence of staff and
namely in Taman Bendahara, Pengkalan Chepa. employees in his business causes his services to be
This business receives many visits from customers limited if many customers want to make
from the surrounding area, including students from treatment. For example, eyelash extensions have
Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Apart from the to be rejected if there are many clients because the
packages offered, Puan Ainie often makes treatment takes a long time. Also, Thursdays and
promotions in conjunction with the holidays in our Saturdays are very busy days for him because on
country such as Hari Raya promotions and Thursdays and Saturdays many customers come to
Merdeka promotions. By promoting it through his shop for treatment. In this segment, we also
social media, his business is well known among the had the opportunity to interview Mrs. Ainie about
surrounding community. The customers present her background. This year he is 54 years old. He is
were not limited to the Malays only, even other from the state of Kelantan and lives in Kelantan.
races also visited his business. Most of the Although she has responsibilities to 5 children and
customers are satisfied with the services and also has responsibilities to her husband, it never
hospitality provided at a very reasonable price. breaks her spirit to continue to fight in the field she
is involved in.

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E N TERXEPPLROERNAETUI OR SNH I P

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For her, her children and husband are her strengths As such, the competition to attract customers to
to move forward, and want to prove to society that come and make treatment in his business is very
women are not weak. As the saying goes ‘the hand high. As such, he is always consistent in
that swings the cradle can shake the world’. Since providing good service to customers and also
childhood, he has been working to earn money. always provides great promotions. But he
Among the jobs, he did when he was still in high always instilled a positive attitude in himself to
school was washing dishes in restaurants and to move forward. For him, everyone definitely has
make batik. Every school holiday he would do this their own advantages. As we know it, our
job. He comes from a family where it is difficult to country was hit by Covid-19. Mrs. Ainie's business
prove that his late father made a living by pedaling also deteriorated badly and could not be opened
a rickshaw. As such, the hardships he experienced as usual. However, Mrs. Ainie only received two
since childhood made him eager to have a bright appointments a day. This is so because he also
future. So he thought long and hard about a bright needs income to pay the rent of the shop and
future. Armed with an interest in this field and also inventory the goods of his business. Mrs. Ainie’s
a passion to change lives, he managed to build this business focuses on massage as well as cupping.
business to this day. Every business certainly has its For massage, Puan Ainie will charge RM60 for a
challenges. So is Mrs. Ainie. He also faces various full body massage. In addition, he will create a
challenges and problems in managing his business. massage based on where the client's body area is
He admits that developing a business and continuing sore. For example, if you have back pain, Mrs.
to survive is very painful. Among the challenges he Ainie will massage from the plate down while if
faces is competition from the store next to him. The you have back pain, Mrs. Ainie will massage
treatment services offered at the shop next to her from the back to the plate. Among the taboos
are also similar to Mrs. Ainie's business. after making a massage is not to take a shower
after one hour of making a massage.

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E N TERXEPPLROERNAETUI OR SNH I P

--- TRADISIONAL MALAY MEDICINE ---

Rumah Bekam Panji
Medispa, Pn. Azieda & Cik

Putra Aiman
(CUPPING)

Nazieda binti Mohamad Nasir, is the owner of The partner named Putra Aiman bin Norazmi is
22 years old and also a student of Universiti
Rumah Bekam Panji Medispa. He was Malaysia Kelantan year 1. The purpose of this
business is because it is a sunnah business that
interviewed for information on cupping. She is provides many benefits to the human body no
matter old or young. Furthermore, now the
45 years old and already has a husband and teenage community is now beginning to realize
the benefits of cupping. The proof is, that there
children. His highest education is a Bachelor of is a lot of demand among teenagers as they
begin to realize the benefits of cupping. The
Business Management at UiTM Shah Alam. After proof is again, the number of customers to date
has exceeded 10 thousand people. In addition to
graduating from UiTM Shah Alam, he applied for cupping, there are also body scrubs, facials,
massages, flower baths, ice baths, and saunas.
a job. Prior to developing this cupping house, he The number of employees in this cupping house
is 5 people. The package price offered at Rumah
worked in the field of Senior Internal Auditor at Bekam Panji is the cheapest and many services
are provided for free. There are other privileges
the Companies Commission of Malaysia for 10 if customers get treatment here, among them is
that Mrs. Azieda also provides special
years. Apart from that, he also worked as a transportation to customers who want to dthe o
treatment at Rumah Bekam Panji and the
Senior Investigating Officer at the Companies transportation price is RM10 round trip.

Commission of Malaysia for 3 years. Then he


stopped working as an investigating officer and

opened a cupping business in Kuala Lumpur in

2017. In 2018, he returned to his home state of

Kelantan. In that year he only opened a cupping

business in Kelantan but due to the high demand

for spas, so he had to open a spa business in

Kelantan. Although his educational background

is not related to spa or cupping but he has taken

and attended cupping and spa courses in order

to get approval to make a cupping business. This

type of Rumah Bekam Panji Medispa business is

a partnership. This business partner is also the

son of Mrs. Azieda.


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CURRENT
ISSUES

Tradisional Malay Medicine

"Traditional Malay medicine is a body of What is Anxiety?
knowledge and practises important to Malay
culture that cover aspects of health and Anxiety manifests itself in a variety of ways and
healing that have been passed down from behaves differently depending on the individual.
generation to generation." It is passed down Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. It
through oral traditions, written forms and is normal for most people to experience anxiety; it
practises, and Malay race beliefs." Despite the is the brain's way of reacting to stressful
fact that traditional Malay medicine has been situations.
practised for a very long time. In this
globalisation era, the society that believes in Its purpose is to warn you if there is a potential
traditional malay medicine is still practising danger nearby. It is normal to feel anxious before
this traditional treatment. Along with modern making important decisions, dealing with difficult
life and technology, there are now numerous work problems, or taking a difficult test.
advanced medical and health options. This
causes people to be torn between using When anxiety becomes a mental health disorder,
modern medicine or sticking with traditional you experience its symptoms more frequently and
medicine. Here are some current issues in intensely. Worry and fear about everyday
traditional Malaysian medicine. situations that is excessive and constant. Higher
heart rates, hyperventilation, tension,
Can Cupping Help withAnxiety? exhaustion, and sweating are all possible
symptoms. This will also result in panic attacks.
The significance of mental health has been
highlighted in recent years. Every day, an NUR IZMAHWATI BINTI ABDUL RAHMANI
increasing number of people are diagnosed EDITOR FOR ISSUES TRADITIONAL MALAY
with a mental health condition such as
anxiety. Today, we'd like to discuss how MEDICINE
cupping therapy can help reduce anxiety and
relieve some of the stress that comes with it.

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Cupping Therapy and Mental Health

You may be wondering how getting your

skin andsoft tissue pulled into a cup can

help with anxiety.Cupping therapy helps

indirectly by activatingyour

parasympathetic nervous system as the

cupsglide over your body. The

parasympatheticnervous system is

responsible for lowering yourheart rate and

helping with digestion. When active the

parasympathetic nervous systemproduces a

calm and relaxing feeling in your bodyand

mind. This reaction can loosen tension in

yourbody which may result in a reduction in

stress and anxiety.

CANNABIS AS A COVID-19 TREATMENT?

Herbs are all around us in the form of
salads, teas, and medicines. - small plants
with soft stems and minimal amounts of
woody tissue - remains a good definition for
herbs, even as we use the term to refer to
any plant with culinary, cosmetic, medicinal,
or fragrant properties. Then, there's
Cannabis: Cannabis, also known as
marijuana among other names, is a complex
plant in the Cannabaceae family that
produces a psychoactive drug. Cannabinoids,
which are found in cannabis, have long been
known to have therapeutic properties. But
how does cannabis affect COVID-19?
Cannabis has progressed from the drug your
parents warned you about that only hippies
used. As research into cannabis's therapeutic
properties has progressed, so has the use of
cannabis products in the mainstream.

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Cannabinoids like CBD and THC The cytokine storm and cannabis
areprevalent because of their extensive
therapeutic benefits andease of use. With A "cytokinestorm" is one of the primary
health benefits, including pain biological events that occur in patients with
relief,improved anxiety, and reduced severe acute respiratory distress caused by
inflammation, it’s no wonderwhy COVID-19. A cytokine storm occurs when the
cannabis products have soared in body experiences an abnormally high level of
popularity. proinflammatory cytokines. These cytokines
are a type of protein, and the cytokines
CANNABIS AND COVID: CAN IT HELP? involved in a cytokine storm cause
inflammation to increase.
With its impressive healing potential,
you may be wondering if cannabis can COVID-19 patients frequently suffer from lung
help fight the illness that is currently fibrosis, a serious and incurable condition that
afflicting the entire world – COVID-19. scars lung tissue and makes breathing more
COVID-19 has resulted in millions of difficult. If a substance could stop the cytokine
deaths, the closure of international storm, it could reduce inflammation, prevent
borders, and the near-collapse of lung fibrosis, and put COVID-19 patients into
economies. This contagious respiratory remission. In a cytokine storm study, C.Sativa,
disease can leave you with a fever, a type of cannabis, was found to reduce
fatigue, and difficulty breathing. It can multiple cytokines and pathways associated
even be deadly. So, can cannabis aid in with inflammation and fibrosis. TNFa and IL-6,
the fight against COVID-19? A recent which are thought to be the main targets when
study published in the journal Aging in attempting to block a COVID-19 cytokine storm
January of this year discovered that and acute respiratory distress syndrome, were
cannabis may help patients with COVID- two of the cytokines that C.Sativa reduced.
19.
Multiple studies support cannabis and its
cytokine storm fighting properties.The study
suggests that CBD may work as part of the
treatment of COVID-19 byreducing the cytokine
storm and protecting lung tissue from
inflammation.

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How else could cannabis treat COVID-19?

Pain relief - With symptoms of COVID-19,
including body aches, sore throat, and
headaches, pain relief would be welcome by
many patients. Cannabis has shown
significant potential as a pain reliever,
particularly from its ability to increase
serotonin’s effects, a neurotransmitter that
can induce pain relief

Anxiety - Finding out you have COVID-19 can
be a stressful time forpatients. Because of its
highly infectious nature, patients are isolated
fromfriends and family. The serious and scary
nature of the illness can also takea serious
toll on your mental health. Compounds within
cannabis haveshown impressive anxiety-
reducing qualities, particularly CBD. CBD is
acannabinoid compound that could help to
reduce the symptoms of stressand anxiety.
CBD can increase serotonin activity and lower
cortisol levels.

Reducing these chemicals is essential for
anxiety management as serotoninreduces
anxiety, and cortisol is a stress hormone often
found in higherlevels in patients with anxiety
and depression

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