Compared to berries, the properties of sea buckthorn leaves are not well known. With the correct preparation of raw materials, it is possible to make universal remedies that have no side effects.
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Healing properties
Sea buckthorn leaves have a unique chemical composition that has a beneficial effect on the human body. Biological scientists have found many valuable components in the foliage of the tree, for example:
- vitamins of group A, B, C, E;
- folic acid;
- tannins;
- serotonin;
- phytoncides;
- coumarin.
Medicines saturated with these elements help:
- regulate metabolism;
- treat colds;
- normalize blood pressure;
- eliminate hormonal disorders;
- strengthen immunity.
Procurement and storage of raw materials
For the preparation of health drinks, the leaves should be properly prepared. Harvesting is carried out during the flowering of sea buckthorn, since during this period the concentration of nutrients increases.
The collected greens are washed, laid out on a cloth (cardboard, sheets of paper) and dried for several days away from direct sunlight. Store in linen bags or cardboard boxes for 2-3 years in a dry and dark place. If it is not possible to prepare raw materials at home, you can buy them at a pharmacy.
Homemade recipes
Means for external and internal use are prepared from sea buckthorn leaves.
Leaf tea
The drink has a pleasant rich aroma and does not taste bitter. Reduces blood sugar, helps with flu and sore throat, helps to eliminate menstrual pain in women.
Method of preparation: pour 20 g of dried leaves with a glass of boiling water and leave for 15-20 minutes. Sugar or honey can be added to improve the taste. Take 3 times a day for 50 g.
Sea buckthorn tincture
Alcohol is taken orally to fight viruses or used as a compress for arthritis.
How to cook:
- combine dry raw materials with vodka in a ratio of 1:10;
- leave for 2 weeks at room temperature in a dark place;
- stir periodically.
Dosage - 1 tsp. l. morning and evening after eating. To relieve pain in the joints, a cotton swab is dipped into a tincture of sea buckthorn leaves, applied to the inflamed area, and fixed with a bandage.
Green broth
They are used for gastrointestinal diseases, rinse the mouth with stomatitis. For 1 liter of water, you will need 5 tbsp. l. foliage. All are boiled for 15 minutes over low heat, then cooled and filtered. Drink 3-4 times a day for 2 tbsp. l.
Contraindications
Unlike fruits, sea buckthorn leaves have very few contraindications. All the medicines described, except for alcohol tincture, can be used by adults, children over 1 year old, pregnant and lactating women. Side effects can occur only in people with individual intolerance to certain components of the product.
To avoid an allergic reaction, young children are introduced into the diet in small portions. Herbal treatment is not a substitute for drug therapy, so in the case of chronic diseases, you should consult a specialist.
The leaves of the sea buckthorn tree are suitable not only for creating medicines, but also for preparing a relaxing bath or lotion that improves the condition of the facial skin.
Did you know about the beneficial properties of sea buckthorn leaves?
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