Ang Aroma ng Darang

In the Philippines, albularyos (herbalists) and hilot (a traditional Filipino healer who uses hand manipulation) are sometimes seen as equivalent to "quack" doctors. Yet, for many Filipinos, especially in the provinces, they are the answer to a worsening illness and a universal problem: expensive medical bills. But does traditional Filipino medicine, or Gamutang Filipino, actually work?

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
20 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
20 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Oct 31, 2024
Season
2024
Ratings
0
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0
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0
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0
Genres
Documentary

Description

In the Philippines, albularyos (herbalists) and hilot (a traditional Filipino healer who uses hand manipulation) are sometimes seen as equivalent to "quack" doctors. Yet, for many Filipinos, especially in the provinces, they are the answer to a worsening illness and a universal problem: expensive medical bills. But does traditional Filipino medicine, or Gamutang Filipino, actually work?

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Japanese

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