Red clover - used in folk medicine

Red clover - used in folk medicine
 Once the do not call it a small herbaceous plant, is ubiquitous in the mid-latitudes of our country: dyatlik, clover, krasnogolovka ... His correct name - red clover, and today female site JustLady talk about the beneficial properties of this herb, its uses in folk medicine and cosmetology . Red clover blooms in July and August, and it was then that it should be collected for preparation of decoctions and infusions. For this purpose only the flowers, which is dried in a dark place (preferably outdoor), taking care to avoid their desiccation.

Medicinal properties of red clover were known in ancient China. Great healer Avicenna compared it with ginseng and apply the juice of clover for wound healing and Clover tincture prescribed as a diuretic. To increase the vitality he prepared the following means: and suffered in pottery on low heat milk with clover buds and gave to drink the broth of patients who have had any serious illness. Essential oils of plants containing ascorbic acid, carotene, and biohinon coenzyme Q10 (accelerates energy metabolism in tissues) helps patients to reduce the rehabilitation period and quickly get back on their feet. For intensive care and post-operative recovery can be used and a broth: Pour 2 tbsp. tablespoons of red clover cup of boiling water, strain through a strainer or clean gauze. Taken in the morning, at lunch and at bedtime to 100 ml.

Vitamin infusion of red clover. Infusion is an excellent preventive measure against beriberi, it is given the weakened suffering from anemia and prostration people. 3 tbsp. tablespoons clover put in a thermos (2 liter), pour boiling water, add a little honey and lemon juice (30-50 ml). Receive: children - morning and evening for 50 ml, adults - three times a day for 100 ml.

Tonic infusion of red clover and wild rose. 100 g of rosehip mash with a fork and put in a thermos, there is add 2 tbsp. tablespoons clover. Pour three cups of boiling water, cover - let configure themselves 8 hours. Take half cup (100 ml) after meal in the morning and evening.

Flowers and leaves of this plant are used as a source of herbalists phosphorus, iron, magnesium, copper, chromium, calcium and B vitaminsRed clover helps cleanse the body of toxins, normalizes the activity of the gastrointestinal tract, helps with diseases of the gallbladder. Clover is part of many babies and choleretic fees, boosts immunity, regulates metabolism and cholesterol.Red clover in folk medicine is considered to be a good tool for the prevention of atherosclerosis and angina (coronary heart disease).

Red clover - tincture of angina. One glass of fresh clover, pour 500 grams of alcohol (medical), put in a dark place for two weeks (with infusion bottle periodically shake). Take for two months under Art. spoon before meal (three times per day).

Red clover - tincture of headaches and tinnitus (Atherosclerosis). Caution - use only with normal blood pressure! 100 g plant poured a liter of good vodka and insist 10 days, shaking occasionally. Take 20 ml before bedtime. Schedule of treatment: 15 days Reception - 10 days holiday - 15 days of admission. After a two-month break, the course can be repeated.

Red clover in folk medicine applied at various women's diseases. Here are a few recipes that can alleviate the condition (prior to treatment you should consult with your doctor!):

At irregular and painful periods. 2 tbsp. tablespoons of red clover (inflorescences) pour boiling water (1 cup), to insist 6-8 hours. Take 100 ml for 2-3 days before menstruation.

When inflammation of the appendages. Preparing the broth in a water bath: 2 tbsp. tablespoons clover roots pour 400ml boiling water and then to heat for 30 minutes. Strain and take art. spoon several times per day.

Red clover in folk medicine applied as an external anti-inflammatory agent with festering wounds, skin ulcers, boils and scrofula. Prepare special ointment: clover flowers (100 g) was poured in a water bath heated olive or vegetable oil (200 g), insist 1-1.5 weeks and put the mixture on the affected areas. Hives or irritation well help clover bath: put in a canvas bag two handfuls of grass and secure it under the hot jet from the tap. Dial bath (water temperature 37-39 ° C) and soak it in 20 minutes. This procedure not only soothe the skin, but cheer up - red clover, to all of its beneficial properties, also is a good antidepressant.

During the summer, while in the fields of blooms this herb, prepare the next drink: 200 g fresh red clover inflorescences pour a liter of water and simmer 20 min. Strain the broth, dilute with boiling water to the original volume, add honey to taste and refrigerate. Drink this tasty broth instead of water or juice (can be added to tea) - your health improve, and the dream will become strong and healthy. Do not get sick!

Svetlana Krutova

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