In folk and traditional medicine, one of the most valuable medicinal plants called Zopnik is used. Thanks to a unique combination and a large number of useful components, it is still known as Ukrainian ginseng. In addition, there is one feature, thanks to which the herb is so remarkable - medicinal properties are inherent in absolutely all parts of this plant (roots, stems, leaves, flowers).
The healing properties of iron ore and contraindications
Zopnik prickly has an excellent chemical composition:
- essential oils;
- alkaloids in therapeutic dosages;
- ridoids;
- luteolin;
- phytol;
- apigenin;
- genkvinin;
- flavonoids;
- saponins;
- diterpenoids;
- Ferulic, quinine, coffee, chlorogenic acid;
- vitamins (C, B2, E, K);
- carotene;
- phenocarboxylic acids;
- steroids;
- trace elements (zinc, manganese, copper);
- tannins;
- verbenin;
- verbenaline (glycosides).
Combination of the listed ingredients determines the healing properties of iron ore:
- vasoconstrictive;
- antiseptic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antioxidant;
- choleretic;
- soothing;
- antifungal;
- wound healing;
- restorative;
- anesthetizing;
- protistocidal;
- antibacterial;
- antiviral;
- diuretic (diuretic);
- immunomodulating.
Moreover, the medicines from the stony spindle contribute to an increase in the coagulability of the blood, improving its composition and rheological characteristics.
The existing contraindications to the use of iron ore are few - hypertensive disease in the 3rd stage of development, increased blood coagulability, propensity to chronic and prolonged constipation.
What diseases help iron grass?
Indications for the use of decoctions and infusions with spiny zopnik are the following diseases:
- bronchitis ;
- gastritis;
- hepatitis A (Botkin's disease);
- tuberculosis;
- inflammation of the lungs (pneumonia);
- convulsions;
- dropsy;
- anemia;
- ulcerative lesions of mucous membranes of the duodenum and stomach walls;
- papilloma of the bladder;
- asthenia;
- Puffiness, including - internal soft tissues and organs;
- pathology of the immune system;
- rheumatism;
- acute forms of arthritis, arthrosis, combined with an intense pain syndrome;
- dermatological pathologies with suppuration on the skin;
- diathesis;
- vitamin deficiency;
- Infectious diseases, including venereal diseases;
- malaria;
- inflammation of the hemorrhoids;
- neurodermatitis;
- eczema;
- psoriasis;
- trophic ulcers;
- defeat of fungal infections;
- lichen;
- cracks on the heels ;
- inflammation of the pancreas and spleen;
- dermatitis;
- dermatoses.
Treating grass with iron ore
To treat each of these diseases with the help of the plant in question, it is advisable to consult with the treating specialist. The fact that Zopnik is not recommended to use together with other potent drugs, since the grass contains a certain amount of alkaloids (poisons), which can enter into an undesirable reaction with
The general recipe:
- Grind the dry grass iron ore, rinse.
- Put the raw material in a water bath, then pour it with boiling water (200-220 ml).
- Cook for about 15 minutes, occasionally stirring with a wooden spatula.
- Cover with a dense lid, wrap with a thick towel and leave for 45 minutes.
- Strain the solution, cool.
- Drink no more than 3 times a day, 50 ml (one third of the glass), immediately before the start of food intake.