There are several varieties of plants, but most often for therapeutic purposes a red clover (meadow) is used. In addition, most of the pollen processed by bees in honey, is collected from clover, which also serves as proof of the presence of a large number of vitamins and beneficial microelements.
Red clover: healing properties
The flower is rich in various substances: calcium, iron, chromium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, vitamins A, B, C, K, E, B1 and many other elements. The useful properties of the clover include:
- Increased immunity;
- A beneficial effect on the human nervous system, soothes and strengthens it;
- Cholagogue;
- Antimicrobial;
- Antineoplastic;
- Anti-inflammatory;
- Diuretic;
- Antimicrobial.
In addition, it helps to strengthen the walls of blood vessels, increase their elasticity. The root of the flower has a powerful antifungal effect.
Recipes from clover flowers, examples of application
The plant is actively used not only in folk medicine, but also in modern medical practice, cosmetology, pharmacology due to its medicinal properties. For example, in gynecology - it is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent, and in cosmetology it is included in many facial masks, thanks to healing properties.
Of course, the main distribution of clover meadow was in folk medicine, where in most of its cases it is used as infusions. Here are some examples of recipes that help get rid of a wide range of ailments.
Recipe 1: from urolithiasis, malaises, overwork, kidney diseases.
Preparation:
- We take 1 tbsp. a spoonful of a dry clover flower and pour a glass of boiling water;
- Cover with a towel and let it brew for 30-40 minutes;
- How the liquid will cool down, strain.
Application: Drink 3 times a day for 70-100 grams of tincture for 30-40 minutes before eating.
Recipe 2: from dizziness, headache, atherosclerosis, noise in the ears.
Preparation:
- 4 tbsp. l. dry flowers fill 0.5 liters. vodka;
- Insist at room temperature for 60 minutes, strain.
Application: 3-4 times a day for 40 minutes before meals for 2-3 teaspoons. It can be applied externally for the treatment of rheumatism and boils making compresses.
Recipe 3: from fungal diseases.
Preparation:
- Mix 3 tbsp. l. with a glass of water;
- Put on the fire, wait for the boil and boil for one minute;
- Insist at room temperature for 3 hours, then strain.
Application: it is used in the form of lotions on the affected skin areas.
Contraindications to the application of clover
There are a number of limitations for the use of components of this medicinal plant. These include:
- Phlebeurysm;
- Thrombophlebitis;
- Postponed stroke or myocardial infarction;
- Pregnancy.
Clover red is an effective and effective medicinal plant with many useful properties. As with any medicine, its incorrect application can cause undesirable consequences, so always consult your doctor before use, especially if you plan to combine clover with other herbs.