Traditional methods of treatment do not always bring the proper result. Sometimes medical therapy needs to be supplemented with alternative or folk remedies, one of which is wax moth tincture.
What is this?
Wax moth, moth, shashel, moth - all these are the names of an inconspicuous-looking night butterfly of a grayish color with a silvery tint, which can become an indispensable medicine for many ailments. So useful in medicine, this moth is the worst enemy of beekeepers, who constantly put a lot of effort into combating it.
The fact is that a bee hive is an ideal place for laying wax moth eggs, the larvae of which, after being born, continue to live in the abode of honey plants. Therefore, their main food is honey, perga, pollen, and then the wax mass, royal jelly, propolis, the remains of bee cocoons full of chitin. Having collected all the biologically active components necessary for their life, at the age of 30 days the larvae turn into pupae. Moths already out of themreach from 1 to 3.5 cm in length, but their body no longer requires food - the reserves accumulated in the larval stage are enough for them.
What is so valuable about wax moth larvae?
All the medical properties of the wax moth are a consequence of its consumption of the above bee products, the biological reserve of which is stored in the body of an unformed butterfly, and then is also part of the medical preparation known as tincture of wax moth larvae.
The main value of this moth is the production of cerrase in its body - a special enzyme that helps digest wax. Judging by the results of scientific research, the presence of this component in the alcohol extract of the larvae contributes to the dissolution of the shell of the bacterium that causes tuberculosis. This is because it consists mainly of fat and wax, and under the influence of cerrase, it loses its protection and becomes more vulnerable to the action of antibiotics.
Experience of the ancients
Mentions of the healing properties of this moth were found in the records of antiquity. Ancient Egyptian, Greek and Mesopotamian healers already noticed then
the miraculous power that the wax moth extract possessed, and they actively used it to combat consumption, today called tuberculosis, as well as ailments associated with potency in men and infertility in women.
Japanese, Chinese and Kenyan masters of healing knew about the benefits of the wax moth many years ago, so they recommended that patients eat the larvae of this insect. Dishes with this seemingly exotic ingredient were then served in many restaurants.
This drug received official recognition in medical and scientific circles already in the 19th century thanks to the great Russian scientist Ilya Mechnikov. After conducting a lot of research, as well as turning to folk methods of treatment, he scientifically stated and confirmed the long-existing theory of the healing phenomenon of wax moth extract.
Indications
Wax moth, the treatment of which has a long history, was used for the treatment and prevention of many ailments. Among them:
- Respiratory tract diseases (bronchitis, various forms of pneumonia, pleurisy, tuberculosis). Having powerful antibacterial properties, the drug has a positive effect on the bronchi, improving their drainage capabilities. Moth larvae have also helped with flu epidemics more than once.
- Problems with the cardiovascular system (angina pectoris, hypertension). The extract of wax moth larvae was especially effective in myocardial infarction. He smoothed the scars and helped the fastest resumption of the work of cardiomyocytes. The antioxidant capabilities of the drug allow effective prevention of ischemia.
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Diseases associated with metabolic disorders. Bioactive
wax moth larvae extract components of the tincture stabilize sugar and cholesterol levels, prevent the deposition of excess fat on the walls of the circulatory system and liver.
- Radiation and intoxication of the body. There are many ways to get rid of such conditions.useful amino acids.
- Problems with the genital organs (wax moth extract is especially effective for prostate adenoma), etc.
This is not the whole list of indications. In general, this drug perfectly improves the functioning of the immune system, mental and physical activity of a person.
Wax moth - treatment, reviews of sports doctors
An equally important side of the healing effect of moth larvae is a positive effect on the muscle mass of the body. This is mainly the result of the action of organic substances (peptides, nucleotides), which, when combined with amino acids (histidine, valine), significantly reduce the recovery time of muscle tissues after heavy physical exertion. Such components also contribute to the growth of the athlete's endurance, faster muscle growth, activation of calcium absorption and hemoglobin synthesis, bone tissue regeneration.
Indispensable in sports medicine, this drug is also for the speedy recovery of an athlete after an injury or surgery. In general, the complex of biologically active substances, which contains an extract of wax moth larvae, supplies the body with energy, helping to distribute it favorably throughout the body.
Research shows that the drug is a useful alternative to unhe althy anabolics that negatively affect the central nervous system. Therefore, it can be used not only to build muscle, but also to get out of the state that steroid use leads to.
Wax moth. Tuberculosis treatment
Tuberculosis –most common cause of death in adults
population when compared to other bacterial infectiousdiseases. The reason for this is the evolution of the tubercle bacillus, which over the years of its existence has acquired immunity to modern antibiotics. Therefore, in many cases, traditional medical treatment does not give proper results. Then folk methods and alternative medicine come to the rescue.
The causative agent of tuberculosis is Koch's bacillus, which has a waxy membrane. As mentioned earlier, the enzymes that wax moth tincture possesses are capable of breaking it down. The treatment is more effective, since the shell of the pathogen is destroyed after the use of the drug and becomes more vulnerable to the action of antibiotics.
Post-tuberculosis treatment
In addition to the above possibilities, the extract stimulates the development and reproduction of he althy cells of the body, perfectly heals tuberculous caverns that form in the lungs with this disease.
This tincture is no less effective for fungal diseases of the respiratory tract, which often occur after chemotherapy prescribed by a doctor to treat the disease.
It is known that tuberculosis can occur not only in the lungs, but also in bones, joints, lymph nodes, kidneys, skin, intestines, etc. And in these cases wax moth tincture is successfully used. Treatment with this drug increases the effectiveness of antibiotics prescribed to the patient, while not contributing tothe occurrence of any form of allergy, and also does not allow the infection to spread further through the human body.
How to prepare an extract at home?
For self-made tinctures, it is better to use already completely
developed, but by no means pupated butterfly larvae. 5 g of wax moth must be poured with 50 g of ethyl alcohol of 70 percent concentration. Leave this mixture for about a week, after which you can start taking it, limited to 20 drops per day. It is better to divide this dosage into two doses, and dilute the extract with water before use.
For children, the dosage is slightly different, it all depends on age: a 5-year-old child can be given no more than 5 drops per day, a 6-year-old - no more than 6, etc.
A wax moth infused at home, the use of which is welcomed by all traditional healers, undoubtedly benefits, because it has been tested for many years. But a medically prepared extract is a little different.
Pharmacy preparations
The wax moth medicine offered to us by professional pharmacists can have varying degrees of concentration. Most often it is 10, 20 or 25 percent. The essence of the manufacturing process of such a tincture is to use the method of cold extraction of moth larvae based on ethanol. The resulting liquid is infused in a place protected from light at a temperature of about 20 degrees.
This manufacturing method allows you to save the finalextract a maximum of useful substances, since the low temperature of processing the larvae does not allow even not very stable biological components to collapse. Moreover, preparations made in this way have a longer shelf life, during which the chemical composition of the agent does not change. The same cannot be said for homemade tinctures.
General rules for taking medication
Taking a drug based on biologically active substances with which the wax moth is full is a treatment that requires compliance with certain rules. Better
take it 30 minutes before a meal or an hour after a meal - so it will be absorbed much better. It is not difficult to determine the dosage: for every 10 kilograms of body weight, 3 drops of the extract are needed. If you use the tincture for the purpose of prevention, then it will be enough to take it once a day. For the treatment of certain diseases, it is better to divide the daily dosage into two times.
For children under the age of 14, 1 drop per 12 kg of body weight will suffice. The tincture can be diluted with water, milk, juice, tea in small quantities (up to 30 ml).
Before swallowing the drops, try to keep them in your mouth for a while. And an even greater effect will be if you hold them under the tongue. It is advisable not to use the extract before bedtime, as it has a slight, but still tonic effect.
Familiarize your body with the drug
If your body is not yet familiar with the drug, which is basedwax moth lies, treatment must be started according to a special scheme. The first day of taking the extract will show how your body reacts to the ingredients. To do this, in the morning, drink ¼ of the dose that you calculated according to the above rules. If you do not feel any discomfort (burning in the throat, swelling or irritation of the mucous membranes), then everything is in order, and you can continue the course of treatment or prevention. The next day, double the dose and again check yourself for symptoms of intolerance. On the third day, you are allowed to drink ¾ of the calculated volume, and only then switch to a full dose of the drug. After a few days, it can be consumed twice a day.
Tuberculosis extract regimen
One of the means of combating this disease has long been considered a wax moth. Reviews of doctors and cured patients indicate that a positive result in the treatment of this disease can be achieved only with regular intake of tincture. It is necessary to use it twice a day, starting with 15 drops. If during the initial administration of the drug you did not have any problems or intolerance, then after a few days you can slightly increase the dose to 30 drops in the morning and the same amount in the evening. After 7 days, you need to start using the drug three times a day, without changing the number of drops.
The full course of treatment consists in applying 300 ml of the extract, after which you need to rest for a week or two, and then, if necessary, the treatment can be continued. Although positive changes are usually seen afterthe first course of therapy, that is, after 12-15 weeks.
Ointment from wax moth larvae
Treatment of severe burns, fast tightening of wounds, elimination of unwanted scars - all this is under the power of an ointment consisting of useful components that it contains
wax moth. Testimonials from satisfied patients speak for themselves.
To prepare a miracle ointment, take 50 g of already fully formed larvae and fill them with alcohol. A lot of liquid is not required here, the main thing is that it completely covers all the larvae. Leave this mixture for at least 5 days. Then put everything in a ceramic vessel and add 200 g of St. John's wort and calendula oils, 50 g of propolis and beeswax each. After that, your mixture should get the consistency of an ointment. Cover it with a lid and dissolve in a water bath for about 2 hours. Cool the finished product, wipe through a sieve or cheesecloth and place in sterilized jars. Cover everything with lids and uncork as needed.
