In the article, we will consider the areas of application of myrtle tincture.
Myrtle is an evergreen shrub plant belonging to the myrtle family. The leaves are dark green, leathery, exuding a characteristic aroma. The flowers are small, white, located in the axils of the leaves. The fruits are white or bluish-black berries. Myrtle is native to Southern Europe and North Africa.
Oil extracted from myrtle leaves contains amino acids, tannins, resins, aldehydes, myrtyline, camphor, cineole, camphein.
Useful properties of myrtle
Myrtle has the properties of antibiotics, but, unlike them, has a number of advantages. Myrtle is a harmless plant without additives that does not provoke the development of any negative reactions.
Means based on myrtle extract can be used in the prevention of the following severe pathologies:
- Pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Bronchitis.
- Flu.
- Asthma.
- Tuberculosislungs.
- Sinusitis.
- Dysbacteriosis.
- Cystitis.
- Prostatitis.
- Inflammation of the gynecological area.
- Pyelonephritis.
- Herpes.
In medical practice, processed shoots, fruits, flowers, leaves of the plant are used.
When is myrtle tincture indicated?
Indications for use
Drugs based on myrtle have a wide range of effects. They can be used in the treatment of influenza, in order to prevent its development, to treat complications that have arisen after influenza. Myrtle preparations produce a mild effect on the body. In addition to the treatment of cancer, given its excellent phytoncidal, bactericidal, immunostimulating properties, tinctures and leaves can be used to treat bronchitis, asthma, tuberculosis, diphtheria, sinusitis, heart disease, brain, throat, blood, gastrointestinal diseases (hemorrhoids, pyelonephritis, cystitis, dysbacteriosis).
Myrtle tincture is often used for prostatitis.
Myrtle is most effective in the treatment of pathologies of the lungs (bronchitis, emphysema), bronchi, intestines, blood, sinusitis and allergic reactions.
Positive impact develops in a short time.
Myrtle tinctures, decoctions based on it can be effectively combined with other medicinal herbs intended for the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract and lungs. Myrtle is one of the best remedies for the treatment of many diseases affecting the internal organs and having infectious diseases.inflammatory nature. A fairly effective remedy for external inflammatory processes - fistulas, purulent wounds, shingles, acne. Myrtle tincture has proven itself in the treatment of diseases in the oral cavity, periodontal disease. It is often used by dentists in their practice. By daily rinsing the mouth with myrtle tincture, decay processes, such as caries, can be stopped. Also, the daily use of myrtle tincture will effectively prevent the development of many diseases. Traditional medicine recommends the use of myrtle for pathologies of the bladder, intestines, gynecology, prostatitis.
So, let's look at the beneficial properties of myrtle tincture.
Using myrtle for eye inflammation
In eye diseases of an inflammatory nature, it is indicated to use an infusion for instillations. You can prepare it as follows: 5 sheets of myrtle must be rubbed with your hands. After that, they are poured with a tablespoon of boiling water, and then cooled. 2 drops should be instilled into each affected eye. In parallel with this, you can take myrtle tincture orally. Such a complex will stop the loss of visual function.
Antituberculous properties of myrtle
Myrtle is especially effective in the treatment of tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is known to be an incurable disease, even if antibiotic drugs are used. It is myrtle that will significantly improve the condition. This effect is due to the influence of eugenol and volatile essential oils present in myrtle. Eugenol has antimicrobial,antiseptic properties, it can be attributed to tuberculostatic agents that can inhibit the growth of tuberculous mycobacteria.
Antiviral properties
Studies show that myrtle has antiviral properties, in particular against the herpes simplex virus. Under the influence of the drug, the phase of virus proliferation is inhibited, the occurrence of new damage caused by the vital activity and reproduction of the virus is prevented. The greatest effectiveness of myrtle preparations is noted during the first hours of infection with the virus. This means that the therapy of a virus-infected patient should begin before destructive changes in the cells. In this case, a herpetic pustule and a scar on the skin do not form. For this purpose, the ointment preparation "Mirtoplex" has been developed. The ointment is a ten percent essence of the myrtle tree, intended for topical use. Essence is produced from fruits, leaves, seeds of myrtle. This ointment can be applied to various areas of the skin, including the genital area.
As you know, the viruses that provoke herpes on the skin are similar in structure to cytomegalovirus, which can be found in the cellular structures of the brain of the head. In this regard, it can be assumed that the use of certain dosages of myrtle tincture orally can eliminate such a problem. However, no comprehensive studies have been conducted in this regard. In addition, some scientists suggest that oncological diseases also have a viral nature.
It is likely that the proven preventive effect of myrtle against oncological pathologies is due to the antiviral properties of the plant. Probably, obtaining a therapeutic effect in oncopathologies can be achieved by using multiply increased prophylactic doses of myrtle. That is, there is a possibility that a single dose of up to 50 grams of myrtle tincture can be effective in cancer therapy. This has not been confirmed by research. However, there are cases when the use of myrtle tincture in combination with other traditional medicine preparations significantly stopped the development of tumor formations and metastasis, in particular in case of malignant breast and brain tumors.
Anti-cancer properties of tincture
The World He alth Organization has found that residents of the Mediterranean countries suffer from certain types of oncological pathologies much less often than others. It is believed that the high level of immunity of the inhabitants of this area is ensured by the fact that they regularly use powder from myrtle leaves as a seasoning for food, or add the plant to tea or food when cooking. It is recommended to constantly take herbal teas with myrtle, alcohol tinctures based on it. This will be some measure of prevention of various pathologies. Some herbalists claim that an alcoholic tincture of myrtle, as well as dry powder from the leaves of the plant, are effective in the treatment of leukemia.
Antibacterial properties of the plant
Often use tincturemyrtle in the treatment of persistent diseases localized in the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract. Myrtle preparations are more effective than antibiotics, for example, Aeromycin, Streptomycin. Myrtle is much better than these substances inhibits the activity of staphylococci, streptococci. The plant contains substances that, even with repeated dilution, retain their ability to kill disease-causing bacilli, bacteria, and microbes. Through experiments, it has been proven that extracts extracted from myrtle leaves are active against microbes that are resistant to penicillin and other antibiotics.
Myrtle preparations are significantly better tolerated by patients compared to most other herbs that exhibit similar properties. In this regard, the use of myrtle preparations in the treatment of children is allowed, of course, in children's dosages.
Interaction of myrtle preparations with other medicines and substances
Currently, there are no negative interactions of myrtle preparations with other substances. Therefore, it is allowed to combine myrtle tinctures with other medicinal and folk preparations.
Using the product
In order to treat diseases of an infectious and inflammatory nature, it is indicated to take up to 30 drops of tincture three times a day. Application should be carried out half an hour before meals. If there is a good tolerability of the drug, a single dose can be increased to a teaspoon. It is allowed to mix tincture with tea leaves, rosehip broth.
In therapyoncological diseases, it is shown up to 15 months to use powder from myrtle leaves as a seasoning for food. The recommended amount is a teaspoon of powder. Three months later, the course must be repeated. When using myrtle tincture for cancer therapy, it is indicated to take up to 4 teaspoons up to 5 times a day.
Child dosage
When treating children, a single dosage is calculated based on 1 drop / 1 year. That is, a child of 10 years old is shown to use 10 drops of tincture in one application. In the treatment of intestinal dysbacteriosis, infections, gastrointestinal disorders in children under one year old, 1 drop of tincture diluted with water should be used. No more than 3 drops can be used per day.
Contraindications for use, negative effects
There are no contraindications to the use of myrtle tincture. This means that the drug is absolutely harmless if the recommended dosages are observed. When using small doses of tincture, its calming and sleep-improving effects are noted. When the dose is increased to 50 grams, the natural sleep pattern may be disturbed. That is why it is recommended not to use the tincture before bedtime.
It is not recommended to take myrtle preparations for pregnant women and women in the lactation period. In some cases, users note that against the background of the use of myrtle tincture, a headache may appear. In rare cases, patients have individual hypersensitivity to myrtle-based agents. In this regard, it is not recommended to leave leaves, myrtle berries and preparations onits basis is freely available. It is better to store them in an airtight container and use, despite all the useful properties, only after consulting a doctor.
Cooking
To prepare the myrtle setting, take 100 grams of crushed myrtle leaves, which are tightly placed in a container up to 1 liter. After that, the leaves are poured with half a liter of seventy percent alcohol. The mixture should be infused for a couple of weeks in a dark place, shaking occasionally.
Use in other areas
In some countries, myrtle is regularly used as a food condiment. In Egypt, crushed myrtle leaves are added to wine and used internally for infectious diseases and fever. In the southern regions of France, it is customary to drink an infusion of myrtle as an elixir of youth. In addition, a recipe for making medicinal wine from myrtle is known. To do this, take 100 grams of myrtle berries (can be replaced with leaves, flowers) and pour them with a liter of red wine. The infusion should last two weeks. Take this wine should be 30-50 grams.
Ready-made myrtle tincture in the Nikitsky Botanical Garden (Crimea) can be bought in unlimited quantities. This is a comprehensive research institution that works on horticulture and botany.
Reviews on myrtle tincture
Reviews on the experience of using the product are not very common, but they all indicate the effectiveness of the product, in particular, in respiratory diseases andherpetic lesion. The undoubted advantage of the product is its natural composition, the possibility of self-production, the low cost of pharmacy options. Separately, there is an almost complete absence of contraindications and the possibility of use in childhood.
It is important to remember that in the treatment of any disease, the use of additional funds should be agreed with the attending physician. This will make the treatment effective and avoid negative symptoms or complications.
Myrtle tincture in the Nikitsky Botanical Garden can be found at a price of 270-300 rubles.
