There is an expression according to which in Cyprus there are 3 things that are valued more than all others - olive oil, Aphrodite island line and carob tree, from which sweet syrup is made. A remedy for this plant is used during the cold, it is considered incredibly effective. If you were lucky enough to buy carob syrup, be sure to find out how to take it, then you can quickly get rid of cough and flu or ARI symptoms if necessary.
Useful properties of carob syrup and how to take it?
This remedy is allowed to use not only as a medicinal product, but also as a substitute for sugar. The main beneficial properties of locust bean syrup are:
- Stimulation of the nervous system without increasing blood pressure. The agent can replace caffeine, give courage, and at the same time do not harm the health of hypertensives.
- Restoration of the gastrointestinal tract and normalization of metabolic processes. Children, people who want to lose weight, and the elderly are advised to replace sugar with this syrup.
- Strengthening the walls of blood vessels, anti-inflammatory properties, prevention of anemia.
How to use carob syrup?
There are several basic ways:
- as a substitute for sugar, the agent is eaten like honey, that is, with tea or another hot drink. It can also be added to pastries or desserts;
- as a cough remedy. Mix 1 tsp. syrup and 1 tbsp. hot water, drink 4 times a day until the symptoms disappear completely;
- as a remedy for anemia. Take 2 tablespoons each. syrup per day, the duration of the course is 1 month.
- As an auxiliary for colds or sore throats. 1 tsp syrup is added to tea, drink a drink before bed and after eating.