Aspen is an amazing tree that was forgotten by contemporaries in vain. Few people know that she is able to put even a hopelessly ill person on his feet. Only everyone should understand that this plant is not a panacea, but nevertheless, aspen, or rather aspen bark, can help many people if there are no contraindications. From this article, you will learn what the medicinal properties of aspen bark are, to whom it will be useful, and we will also share some interesting information with readers. It should be noted that when using it for medicinal purposes, it is necessary to consult a doctor. This is especially true for those who have a serious illness.
Where it grows and who uses it
In Russia, aspen is common in the central and eastern parts. It grows in broad-leaved forests, in the Black Earth region, in Siberia, and can also be found in the southern part of the state. This tree can be seen and distinguished by its strong, long trunk with light gray bark that has light and infrequent stripes, like a birch.
As you know, nature is arranged very wisely. Forest animals, having neither reason nor deep knowledge of medicine,biology, intuitively know what will help them survive, recover from diseases. When a tree falls, foxes, hares, wild boars, beavers and other wildlife immediately run up to it. Can these creatures explain what aspen bark helps with, do they know about their illnesses? Man is not given to understand this miracle, but animals enjoy the benefits of nature. It is from them that our ancestors learned a lot.
The healing properties of the aspen bark, and indeed of the whole tree, were learned by the villagers who saw a case with a fallen tree and wild animals that gnawed at the bark, feasted on buds or twigs. But mostly the bark was used. Why is she? This will be discussed later in the text.
Such an unusual aspen bark
In general, aspen itself is a medicinal plant, but the bark contains the greatest amount of useful components:
- tannins;
- flavonoids;
- lauric acid;
- behenic acid;
- aspirin;
- sucrose;
- capric acid;
- fructose;
- virtually all minerals;
- vitamins C, K and others.
That's why the forest dwellers love her so much. It is probably difficult for many readers to figure out what benefits the substances listed above have. We can only briefly say that they interact with each other, and this gives an effective recovery for various ailments.
The healing properties of aspen bark can be listed indefinitely. The fact is that the medicine received ispractically universal. Even if there are several diseases, then aspen bark will help to gradually get rid of all symptoms.
Undeservedly forgotten
In nature, there are many plants that can treat various diseases that are not amenable to therapy with modern traditional pills. Not all medicinal herbs, shrubs and trees have been studied in medicine and biochemistry. We can say that they are not sufficiently studied for some reason. Aspen is one of the many medicinal plants undeservedly forgotten by modern healers. Few doctors can recommend it for medicinal purposes, since the tree is not included in the register of medicinal plants, which means that it has not undergone any clinical trials or registration.
Only some herbalists, healers and herbalists can safely prescribe aspen bark. In traditional medicine, all plants are good if they are used wisely and for their intended purpose. In addition, many medicinal herbs are used in herbal teas. But aspen bark, in principle, can act on the body without excipients, since it itself contains everything you need. An exception may be the preparatory or final periods in the treatment of certain diseases. That is why, if there is a desire to be treated with this healing bark, it is better to contact a phytotherapist or a biochemist who will study the tests, the results of medical examinations, the symptoms of the patient, and then prescribe a competent treatment.
The mystical nature of the tree
Why aspen is still not studied and registered by modern medicine, one can only guess. But there are someassumptions. It is worth going back to history when people lived by nature. Many of us have heard that the aspen stake drives away and kills evil spirits. In addition, it was believed that aspen has black energy, which takes away the strength and he alth of a person. But is it really so? It is worth remembering how animals relate to a tree. When it is standing, no one touches it. But this does not mean that the plant scares away the forest inhabitants, on the contrary, the animals protect such a healing and vital tree. So why should people be afraid?
Some people know that aspen, on the contrary, gives strength, restores energy. You just need to choose your tree. It is enough to go up to him and lean against, clasp the trunk to understand whether the state of he alth is getting better.
If people always knew and appreciated the healing properties of aspen bark, then there would be much less chronically unhe althy and even cancer patients. Therefore, it should not be associated with bad mystical abilities.
Cortex properties
As you know, if a medicinal plant is used wisely and in moderation, then it will only benefit. The same with aspen. Despite the fact that the tree is not poisonous, the finished medicine must be used in a strict dosage in order to avoid toxic effects. No wonder they say: "Everything is medicine and everything is poison." And now let's list what medicinal properties the aspen bark has:
- wound healing;
- suppression of viral infection;
- antimicrobial action;
- prevention of various diseases;
- antipyretic;
- antiparasitic action;
- diuretic;
- choleretic.
Thus, the raw materials can be used in various fields of medicine.
Aspirin appeared thanks to the aspen. It was from it that the world-famous antipyretic was obtained. Therefore, the bark is also used to reduce body temperature, reduce the symptoms of an acute illness.
Treatment of gastroenterological diseases
Aspen bark is used if there are problems with:
- stomach;
- gut;
- duodenum;
- gall bladder;
- esophagus;
- pancreas;
- cookies.
With the help of medicines from this plant, you can cure gastritis, improve the functioning of the liver and gallbladder, get rid of stagnation. In addition, if there is damage to the mucous membranes, then it is possible to speed up the healing process.
Only some contraindications should be taken into account. Aspen bark can aggravate the situation if:
- have gallstones;
- the patient suffers from frequent constipation;
- there is intestinal dysbacteriosis.
Only a doctor can give consent to treatment after examination.
Urology and Andrology
Since aspen bark has antimicrobial properties, it has a beneficial effect on the kidneys, bladder and ducts. At the same time, the genitourinary system is cleansed of harmful microorganisms, wounds heal and inflammatory processes are removed. Thus, in folk medicine, the barkaspen applies when:
- chronic and acute cystitis;
- pyelonephritis;
- stones and sand in the kidneys, ureter and bladder.
Complex treatment is often used in the treatment of urological ailments, depending on the diagnosis and stage of the disease.
Frequent male diseases in the modern world - prostatitis, prostate adenoma. Aspen bark will not only help relieve inflammation, but is also able to fight infection, parasites.
Currently, many people suffer from diseases in the urogenital area. Even if at the moment everything is in order, there is no risk, then in any case it is advisable to conduct preventive courses. Your body will surely thank you.
Endocrinological diseases
Many who are familiar with traditional medicine, herbal medicine know that aspen bark is used for diabetes. The fact is that such a medicine lowers blood sugar levels to normal. The pancreas and thyroid glands, under the influence of a decoction or infusion of aspen bark, begin to function normally and recover. Of course, you can not count on a complete cure, but it is quite possible to use it instead of harmful synthetic drugs with a lot of side effects. Only the duration and program of treatment should be prescribed by an endocrinologist or a doctor involved in natural healing.
It is very important, as in diseases of the urogenital area, to use decoctions or infusions for prevention, especially if there is a predisposition to diabetes. As folk wisdom says:“Disease is easier to prevent than to cure.”
For the liver and gallbladder
In medicine, liver diseases are de alt with by a narrow specialist - a hepatologist. Many people complain of pain and discomfort in the right side, during the examination, doctors find various pathologies:
- wen;
- stagnant processes in the gallbladder;
- sand and stones;
- cirrhosis.
From here various diagnoses follow:
- cholangitis;
- hepatitis;
- dyskinesia;
- gallstone disease;
- cholecystitis and so on.
Improper nutrition, chemically flavored food, constant stress and a disturbed biological regime lead to various diseases. Often, doctors prescribe synthetic drugs to eliminate symptoms, which are expensive and have a lot of side effects. But aspen bark for the liver is a real salvation.
How is this organ related to the gallbladder? Directly. This is because the liver produces bile, which then flows into the gallbladder. Its composition and structure depends on what enters the body from the outside. Folk healers are sure that a decoction of aspen bark can change the chemical composition of bile, reduce its viscosity. Thus, the patient's he alth can be restored.
From parasites in the liver and gallbladder
Opistorchiasis is a dangerous disease that leads to disastrous consequences. We are talking about parasites that can live in the liver, bile ducts and pancreas for years. You can get infected withthe use of river fish, especially if it is raw, smoked or poorly fried. From opisthorchiasis in traditional medicine, "Biltricid" is prescribed. Only the drug adversely affects both the liver itself and the general well-being of the patient. In addition, there is a wide range of contraindications. What to do? Nature will come to the rescue, namely aspen bark. A decoction or infusion gradually eliminates parasites.
How does it happen? The fact is that any bitterness (and a decoction and infusion of aspen bark are very bitter in taste) can paralyze the parasite, then they unhook from the walls of the organs and go outside.
Skin diseases, dermatology
With mechanical injuries of the skin, inflammation, aspen bark is useful. The instructions for external use are as follows: the bark must be burned to form ashes. Next, the usual pharmacy vaseline is taken and mixed with the resulting raw materials. Then you can apply a thin layer on the sore spot.
Of course, it is allowed to act differently: moisten cotton wool or bandage in a decoction or infusion and apply. A similar procedure applies for:
- cuts;
- boils;
- acne;
- itchy skin.
It is advisable to first consult a dermatologist to know how long to treat and whether it is advisable in this case.
Using other plant parts
Aspen itself is used in the construction of houses, baths, and also creates furniture. Many people notice an improvement in well-being when they are in a room made from this tree. Traditional healers recommendtake a steam bath in the bath not only with birch, but also with aspen brooms. Thanks to this, well-being improves, a person’s biopolarity levels out, and nervous diseases go away.
It is good to sleep on a bed made of aspen. It improves sleep, eliminates depression. As you know, all diseases are from nerves, so many ailments can be treated in this way.
For medicinal purposes, aspen bark is used more often, but other parts are also suitable. For example, in order for the sourdough of cabbage to be successful, branches are added. Before a long trip, hunters stock up on finely grated bark to simply eat without preparing infusions and decoctions.
Preparation of healing medicine
Those who have learned about the healing properties of this tree often ask how to cook aspen bark. There are so many recipes that you can get confused. Therefore, it is advisable to consult a phytotherapeutist. In addition, you can pay attention to packaging with finished raw materials from different manufacturers. Even here, the methods of application often differ. It all depends on the type of disease and the severity of the disease. In addition, the age and weight of the patient are important.
But you can give a common example of infusion: 2 teaspoons of raw materials are poured with boiling water and insisted in a water bath for 15-20 minutes. To prepare a decoction, you can pour one glass of bark with three glasses of boiling water and cook for half an hour. Aspen bark tincture is made mainly on vodka for oral administration: 0.5 cups of raw materials are poured into 0.5 liters of vodkaand infused in a dark place for about two weeks. Shake the container regularly.
Duration of treatment
Synthetic drugs are designed to quickly relieve symptoms. Therefore, many people are accustomed to the fact that the treatment is fast. But not everyone knows that the disease, most likely, is not cured, but is drowned out for a while. In natural medicines, the action is mild, and it is aimed specifically at healing. As mentioned at the beginning of the article, there are many useful substances in aspen bark. They restore the body, make up for the deficiency of various components for life and functioning. And also there is an effective cleansing of microbes and parasites.
Reviews of aspen bark are very few. But those who have tried to be treated with it are delighted. Just be warned: the treatment is long, requiring patience and a desire to bring the matter to an end. Sometimes multiple courses are required. One course can be from 2 weeks to 1 month. Then you need to take a break for at least 2 weeks.
Contraindications aspen bark has not only those listed earlier, but also three more: allergies, pregnancy and lactation.
In general, this healing plant will help anyone who wants to be cured and be he althy. Aspen bark can be prepared on your own or purchased at a pharmacy, a store of medicinal herbs.
