Composed of money grass, sea sand, and chicken liver gold, these herbs are known for their medicinal properties. This herbal blend brings together three legendary ingredients of Traditional Chinese Medicine — Chicken Inner Gold (Ji Nei Jin), Sea Gold Sand (Hai Jin Sha), and Moneywort / Gold Coin Grass (Jin Qian Cao) — long known as the classic "Three Golds" combination, specifically formulated to support the body in managing kidney stones, gallstones, and related urinary and biliary discomfort. - Moneywort (Jin Qian Cao) — The primary herb in this formula. It clears damp-heat, boosts urination, and promotes bile flow. Research shows it inhibits calcium oxalate crystal formation, increases ureteral movement, and helps small stones pass naturally. It is widely considered the foremost TCM herb for both urinary and gallbladder calculi. - Sea Gold Sand (Hai Jin Sha) — The fine spores of a climbing fern. It excels at relieving painful, difficult urination and acts as a diuretic...
Beyond its simple appearance, Takip-Kuhol is a treasure trove of health benefits, revered for centuries in Filipino, Ayurvedic, and Chinese healing traditions. Rich in triterpenoids, flavonoids, and antioxidants, it is best known for boosting skin health and wound healing—applied fresh as a poultice to cuts, burns, bruises, and insect bites to speed recovery and reduce scarring. It also acts as a potent anti-inflammatory, easing joint pain, arthritis, and swelling while strengthening blood vessels and improving circulation. Often called “the herb of longevity,” it supports mental clarity, memory, and stress relief, making it a popular choice for calming teas and wellness tonics. In Philippine folk practice, it treats fevers, sore eyes, hypertension, and urinary issues, offering gentle, all-around support for the body.
Culturally and nutritionally, it holds a special place too. Young, tender leaves with a mild, slightly bitter taste are eaten raw in fresh salads, blended into cooling drinks, or steeped as tea—packed with vitamins and minerals. Easy to grow and sustainably harvested, Takip-Kuhol represents nature’s accessible pharmacy: a common, unassuming plant with extraordinary healing power, connecting Filipinos to their heritage and the earth’s natural wisdom.