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- Medical Video: Organic pest control - Natural bug and insect repellents
- What is the treatment with Japanese ants like?
- Is it true that Japanese ants can overcome various types of diseases?
- Side effects that may occur due to eating Japanese ants
- Is it safe to eat Japanese ants?
Medical Video: Organic pest control - Natural bug and insect repellents
Lately, rumors are circulating that certain types of insects can be a panacea for various types of diseases and complaints. The type of insect better known as the Japanese ant has a scientific name Tenebrio molitor. The original form does not resemble real ants, but looks like a very small beetle or cockroach.
Japanese ants are believed to be effective in dealing with various dangerous diseases, ranging from diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, heart disease, gout, to osteoporosis. This insect is also claimed to be able to increase the virility of men in bed.
What is the treatment with Japanese ants like?
Because of these promises, many people began to routinely consume Japanese ants. These ants can be consumed directly, put in capsules, or mixed in tea and food. The seller will provide a special "dose" tailored to the buyer's complaint.
Is it true that Japanese ants can overcome various types of diseases?
There are no studies or clinical trials that can prove the efficacy of Japanese ants in curing any disease. However, this insect is claimed to contain very high protein and enzymes. Nutrition in insects is what makes many people believe in its properties.
However, the various benefits that society has touted, especially on social networks, do not provide a medical or scientific foundation at all. So, claims from consumers have also not been proven. For people who claimed their condition improved after routinely eating Japanese ants, it was suspected that the cause was the placebo effect (empty medicine). The placebo effect usually makes you strongly suggest that the treatment you are taking will be able to overcome the illness you have suffered.
Side effects that may occur due to eating Japanese ants
At present, reports of possible side effects are confusing. Some side effects that are reported to arise due to eating Japanese ants include body heat, blood loss, weakness because blood sugar drops dramatically, digestive disorders such as nausea and vomiting, and bacterial infections of the intestine.
Is it safe to eat Japanese ants?
According to the Head of Internal Medicine Medical Staff at Dr. RSUP Sardjito, Yogyakarta, dr. R. Bowo Pramono, it should be that any treatment that has been undertaken has been scientifically tested and there is security and its benefits to the body. Meanwhile, until now there is no certainty about the benefits and side effects of treatment with these ants. Furthermore, Dr. R. Bowo Pramono reminded that to treat diseases such as diabetes, there is already insulin therapy specifically designed to control blood sugar levels.
Reporting from the health channel of Kompas, Dr. Tri Juli Edi Tarigan from Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital also appealed to the public not to consume Japanese ants carelessly. The reason is, you might actually experience negative effects, such as allergies. This internal medicine specialist added that each type of treatment must be tested for efficacy. There must be clarity on active substances or what components can fight certain diseases. In addition, it is necessary to observe whether the treatment can actually damage other vital organs.
In the end the decision to undergo certain treatment is in your hands. However, remember that there is no single drug that can miraculously cure a disease. You need a balanced effort by maintaining your diet, avoiding disease triggers, exercising, and taking medications prescribed by your doctor.
