Some believe that herbal therapy is as old as the world, and modern people should only resort to the latest achievements in pharmaceutical science. Many simply are afraid to even begin to be treated in this way, since they believe that herbal treatment requires more patience, perseverance and time, because the therapeutic effect is much slower. But in fact, grasses are taken easily, without toxic changes in the body, and with proper application, it is not only complete cure, but also strengthening of the body.
The best remedy in the phytotherapy section is the use of phyto-tea. It is a simple and effective way to cure many diseases, having enjoyed it. How to make herbal tea from medicinal plants and other plant materials? Very simple! Here are a few basic ingredients for the preparation of phyto-tea and their beneficial properties for the body.
Sage - antiseptic, which accelerates the healing of tissues
Sage is widely distributed among German doctors as a very effective anti-inflammatory and hemostatic. In our country, phytotea from it is used as a means to limit sweating.
Sage is a truly unique creation of nature. It is rich in essential oils (about 1-2.5%), contains a lot of active enzymes necessary for the work of the body, several unique acids, without which the process of tissue regeneration after injuries is impossible. Sage contains tannins, flavonoids, vitamins B1 and C, carotene, fumaric and nicotinic acids. Some components of sage are used to create new drugs against dementia and Alzheimer's, as well as as a drug against memory disorders.
The most useful properties of sage
- improves digestion, relieves stomach disorders, relieves conditions such as gastritis, colitis, flatulence;
- favorably affects the treatment of inflammation of the liver and gallbladder;
- regulates the menstrual cycle and stops the pain associated with it;
- has a good effect in the treatment of respiratory diseases - pharyngitis, tonsillitis, catarrh of the upper respiratory tract;
- sage infusion is used for colds, long-term consumption slows the development of acute respiratory diseases and strengthens the immune system;
- in the form of decoction of sage is used for burns, skin diseases.
How to make phyto tea:
1 spoon of dried sage leaves pour 150 ml of hot water and let it brew for 15 minutes. Drink one cup a few times a day with the above diseases. If you suffer from profuse sweating at night - for two hours before going to bed, drink one cup.
Melissa - helps with stomach disorders
Melissa or the so-called lemon grass is especially useful for people undergoing continuous stress and stress. Because leaves with mild lemon taste are soothing to the nervous system and can quickly relieve stress caused by a disorder of the stomach and intestines.
Melissa contains essential oils, which include some hormones and valuable nutrients. Has a sedative effect due to the content of citrate. In addition, these medicinal plants contain triterpene acids, which are nowhere else, and for the body they are extremely necessary. Tannins and sugar are also present.
Useful properties of lemon balm:
- eliminates nausea in pregnant women, stimulates appetite and improves digestion;
- calms the nervous system and has antispasmodic, analgesic and anticonvulsant action;
- is effective in the treatment of various neurological disorders - neuroses, neurasthenia, migraine, dizziness and irregular periods of menstruation.
How to make phyto tea:
For one cup - 2 full teaspoons of dried lemon balm leaves pour 150 ml of boiling water. After tea is infused, drink one cup several times a day.
Birch is especially useful for the urinary tract
Birch, although not a grass, also belongs to the list of medicinal plants. Decoction of birch leaves is a common way to prevent and treat inflammation of the bladder. They stimulate the production of urine and, thus, provide the bubble with a good supply of liquid. Due to the presence of flavonoids in birch leaves, they increase the patency of the urinary tract and the amount of urine. Other ingredients that support this process are special essential oils, saponins and tannins.
Useful properties of birch:
- It is used as a means of irrigation for bacterial and inflammatory diseases of the urinary tract and in the presence of sand in the kidneys;
- as an additional remedy for rheumatism;
- has an exceptional diuretic effect;
- it reacts well to some skin diseases such as eczema, lichen, rash.
In spring, the so-called "weeping birch" is observed - this is the time for collecting birch sap. Having stood the juice for 12 days, you can get a drink that is extremely rich in valuable properties. It supplies the body with the necessary sugar for the body, organic acids, enzymes and salts of certain elements (calcium, magnesium and iron). Specialists recommend birch juice for the treatment of beriberi, blood, joints, skin, tonsillitis, bronchitis and pneumonia. Birch juice has a hematopoietic effect, contributing to the rapid purification of the body of harmful substances and stimulating the metabolism. Birch juice is famous not only for therapeutic, but also for toning up, that is, it can be taken by healthy people in order to strengthen the body's resistance forces and improve mood.
How to make phyto tea:
For one cup - 1 tablespoon birch leaves pour 150 ml of boiling water, allow the tea to infuse for 15 minutes, then strain it. During the day you can drink 3-4 cups, but in addition to it, you should drink at least 2 liters of water per day.
Nettle - successfully fights with slag
Like birch, nettle has a diuretic effect. However, nettle has an additional effect - it helps to remove slags, which makes it an ideal tool in the fight against obesity. Nettle contains many valuable substances, useful for the health of the body. It is known that 100 g of fresh nettle leaves contain about 84 g of water, 2-3 g of protein, 3-4 g of sugar and 5-6 g of dry substances, as well as essential oils, flavonoids and tannins. In addition, nettle contains many essential amino acids, organic acids, enzymes and chlorophyll. In fresh green leaves contains about 100 mg of vitamin C and about 10 mg of carotene, as well as a significant amount of vitamins C, D, E and group C.
The mineral composition of nettle is much closer to the composition of spinach and sorrel, but the iron content (about 3.9 mg) in it is much higher. This quickly turns nettles into a very good nutritional supplement for patients suffering from exhaustion, anemia and weight loss after major surgeries. On the other hand, the rich content of potassium salts has made nettles useful in diseases that occur with water retention in the body, which is especially good for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Modern nutritionists recommend refreshing nettle juice to be taken alone or in combination with other fruits and vegetables (carrots, apples, oranges and lemons). The only contraindication for taking nettle juice is the presence of kidney stones.
Useful properties of nettle were known in ancient times, when people used it together with roots and seeds for nerve damage, weakening of memory, strengthening of the heart and blood vessels.
Nettle phytotea is used to treat:
- anemia, severe menstruation, uterine bleeding, nosebleeds;
- digestive disorders accompanied by diarrhea, abnormal metabolism, diabetes, chronic bronchitis, rheumatism;
- kidney and liver diseases;
- with swelling, bruising, hair loss.
How to make phyto tea:
For one cup - 1-2 tablespoons of dry leaves pour 150 ml of boiling water and after 15 minutes drain. In a day to drink 4 cups, trying to take in addition, too, a sufficient amount of water.
Hops - will give a sweet dream
The phytoestragens rich in hops are known for their soothing effect. It is indispensable for reducing pain during menstruation. Hops are also a part of medicines intended to facilitate sleep, has the properties of an aphrodisiac. For medical purposes, its kidneys and cones are used, which contain 1-3% of essential oil of various compositions. The highest content of aliphatic and terpenic acids involved in brain development processes is also observed in hops. A lot of derivatives with a bitter taste were extracted from the resin of the drug substance. Of these compounds, substances with a sedative effect are produced, but they too easily oxidize, thereby losing their biological activity. In addition, the drug is rich in flavonoids and microelements. In some people, a strong smell of fresh leaves can cause a headache in the collection process. Hops preferably dry. Ready-made raw materials for medicines - dried leaves - are taken in pharmacies.
Useful properties of hop cones:
- have analgesic, diuretic and anti-inflammatory effect;
- improve digestion and stimulate appetite;
- are useful in inflammation of the gallbladder and bile ducts;
- They are used for insomnia, nervous disorders during menopause;
- Hops cone extract has an estrogenic effect.
How to make phyto tea:
For one cup - 1 teaspoon leaves pour 150 ml of hot water, take one or two cups before bed. In the afternoon, drinking is not recommended because of a strong sedative effect.
Mistletoe - improves blood circulation
Mistletoe helps blood circulation, is useful for high blood pressure and as a protection against atherosclerosis. In the chemical composition of mistletoe are present: vitamin C, wax, resinous substances, choline, acetylcholine, flavonoids, tannins, acids and proteins.
Mistletoe is used as:
- hypotensive agent in the early stages of hypertension;
- remedy for dizziness and headache, as well as atherosclerosis;
- in ancient times was often used for the treatment of epilepsy, hysteria and hemorrhoidal and uterine bleeding;
- it should be borne in mind that in large doses this substance is poisonous. It is not recommended to use it for a long time.
How to make phyto tea:
For two cups - 2 teaspoons of dried mistletoe pour 150 ml of boiling water and leave for 10-12 hours. Before use, the infusion is boiled again. A day is allowed to drink no more than two cups.
There is no doubt that some of the best medicines against general and current diseases grow in our garden, on the lawn or even just under our feet along the road. Their strength has been recognized since ancient times - they have been helping people through the ages. Rich in microelements and minerals, phytoestrogens and vitamin herbs are included even in some drugs aimed at treating many diseases. You just need to know how to properly use their strength, for example, how to make phytotea - medicinal plants are always effective. You just believe in their healing power, not in a hurry to underestimate them, and use the power of nature wisely and with pleasure.