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What is Kawa Balm?: A Natural Healing Remedy from Māori Tradition

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For centuries, traditional Māori medicine, known as *rongoā Māori*, has utilized Kawakawa balm due to its powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. This natural, topical remedy, based on the leaves of the native New Zealand kawakawa plant (*Macropiper excelsum*), is a time-tested solution for various skin conditions, from minor scrapes to chronic ailments.