On balimbing (no, not the politicians)

"Urgently advise your father to slow down on balimbing.
Balimbing in great amounts could be toxic to the kidneys.
Water is the best drink. If he wants teas, he should take these once in a while.
Again variety and moderation are the key to good nutrition."

an e-mail reply from

Prof. Isidro C. Sia, MD, MSc, PhD
Professor of Pharmacology
College of Medicine
University of the Philippines Manila