Introduction

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

The researcher observed a class for almost a month and found out that most of the students suffers from nasal congestion or difficulty in breathing through the nasal openings and headache. This study aims to develop and produce an environment-friendly, cheaper and effective herbal plant-based vapor rub or ointment which is expected to be much accessible and convenient to use and have due to it s low projected cost because of the abundance of the materials to be used in making this product specifically ginger.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY Nowadays, vapor rubs or ointments had been one of the world s most wanted first aid medicine for common illnesses. Almost half of the world s population depends on these for fast relief for it had been the most reliable and proven effective reliever for quick-time usage. Synthetically made vapor rubs and ointments are much higher in price or much expensive than that of the natural one. Aside from this, chemicals from the vapor rubs might cause heart burn and can burn the skin s cuticle coating if overused. In addition to this, too much vapor rubs can cause respiratory illnesses to infants. Hence, making this proposal might be the answer to burden that could be brought by the expensive vapor rubs and ointments to the people by making an ointment with less expense materials.

Objectives
General Objective
To research on the properties of Zingiber Officinale Roscoe (Ginger) that could make the plant vulnerable in treating Headache and Nasal Congestion.

Specific Objectives
This aims to: 1. Find out the feasibility of Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) as an Effective Ointment for Headache and clogged nose. 2. Help the citizens who can t afford to buy commercial ointments for headache and clogged nose. 3. Promote the usage of herbal plants here in the Philippines globally which can also increase the country s economical status.

Review of Related Literature

Zingiberaceae], is a popular spice use around the world. It s medicinal use dates back to ancient times as indicated by early medical texts in India, China, Greece, Rome, Southeast Asian countries and Arabia and is widely cultivated in the Philippines. Extracts and active constituents have shown potent antioxidant, antiinflammatory, antimutagenic, anti antimicrobial and possible anticancer activities. Based on an internet website, http://www.stuartxchange.org/Luya.html Traditionally, ginger is used for treating flatulent colic and indigestion. Certain studies shows that ginger can be useful in unclogging nose and might have the properties that can ease a person from pain due to headache such as the essential oils found in the ginger s extract; Ginger contains up to three percent of a fragrant essential oil whose main constituents are sesquiterpenoids, with (-)-zingiberene as the main component. Smaller amounts of other sesquiterpenoids (-sesquiphellandrene, bisabolene and farnesene) and a small monoterpenoid fraction (-phellandrene, cineol and citral) have also been identified which makes the plant vulnerable for aroma therapy purposes that can also be used in treating the said ailment.

According to Dr. Andrew Lockie, Ginger, Zingiber officinale Roscoe [Fam.

Some use of Petroleum Jelly

-When applied to the nasal openings can assist in providing protection against irritation, though it is important to ensure that the nostrils are not blocked by the jelly.

Olive Oil
-Popularly used around the world as a condiment for cooking. Certain studies showed that Olive oil is also an effective binder for preparing herbal plantbased ointments or vapor rubs because it softens the mixture s texture.

Methodology

MATERIALS
25g. Ginger 15g. Petroleum Jelly 5mL. Olive oil

Laboratory Equipments:
Mortar and Pestle Knife Strainer Medicine Dropper Measuring Cup Mixing Bowl Weighing Scale

Heating Pan

Packaging Bottle

Procedure:
First, the materials will be prepared and sanitized. Then, the ginger must be thoroughly washed and will be minced so that it would be easier to pound and extract. The ginger extract will be strained to remove the impurities and ginger pulps. The pan will be heated, and then the petroleum jelly and olive oil will be mixed afterwards. After the jelly and oil had mixed, the ginger extract will be added gradually. The mixture must be stirred until all the components combine. Then it must be removed away from heat and will be stirred until the mixture had cooled. The cooled mixture will then be packed in a sanitized bottle and will be kept in a cool, dry place.

Preparing all the Materials needed

Washing the Ginger

Cutting and Mincing of Ginger

Heating the Pan

Straining the Ginger Extracts

Pounding and Extracting Ginger

Liquefying the Petroleum Jelly with Olive Oil

Heating the Ginger Extract with Petroleum Jelly and Olive Oil

Simmering the Mixture

Bottling and Packaging of the Mixture

Cooling Mixture

Itemized Project Expenses

Ginger Sanitized Bottle Petroleum Jelly Olive Oil (5m Php. 5.00 15.00 FREE

Schedule of Activities
Activity 1. Choosing of Title 2. Research about the Review of Related Literature 3. Research about the Disease/Ailment (Background of the Study) 4. Making of the Significance of the Study 5. Researching about the possible Binders/ Oils for the ointment 6. Making the Methodology 7. Buying the materials needed 8. Making the Product 9. Making the Abstract 10. Listing the sources for Bibliography 11. Editing, Proofreading and Printing of the Proposal 12. Date submitted Date Started July 1, 2010 July 3, 2010 July 5, 2010 Date Finished July 2, 2010 July 4, 2010 July 6, 2010

July 6, 2010 July 7, 2010 July 8, 2010 July 10, 2010 July 12, 2010 July 14, 2010 July 16, 2010 July 18, 2010

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BIBLIOGRAPHY
BOOKS
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Homeopathy: The Principles & Practice of Treatment. Dr Andrew Lockie & Dr Nicola Geddes. DK Publication. 1995 Magic and Medicine of Plants. Readers Digest Assoc. 1990 Healing Wonders of Herbs by Herminia de Guzman-Ladion, 1985 Perspectives on Natural Health: An Anthology of Holistic Medicine by Dr. Joseph de Ubaldo, 2001 Folk Medicine in a Philippine Municipality. Felipe Landa Jocano. 2003 Alamin Ang Ating Mga Halamang-Gamot by Julio Silverio, 1994 A Manual on Some Philippine Medicinal Plants, U.P. Botanical Society, 1977

INTERNET
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http://www.stuartxchange.org/Luya.html en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headache www.medicinenet.com/headache/article.htm www.umm.edu/ency/article/003049.htm gomestic.com/.../22-wonderful-uses-for-petroleum-jelly