Horseradish tincture is very popular among fans of alternative medicine. The components of the drink are publicly available, while the preparation technology is very simple. So, horseradish can be found at any summer cottage, since it is an indispensable component of various culinary recipes, while it is impossible to do without it when canning vegetables. All housewives know this, therefore, they try to keep this root available. It is advisable to purchase honey for tincture from a familiar beekeeper or in specialized stores. Only in this case you will receive a guarantee that you are taking a quality product.
Healing properties
Horseradish is a perennial plant that reproduces by dividing the roots. This product has a number of medicinal properties:
- tonic action;
- antibacterial effect;
- general strengthening properties;
- stimulates the production ofhydrochloric acid;
- increases appetite;
- has an effective diuretic effect;
- normalizes blood circulation;
- helps with kidney disease.
Utility of horseradish
The horseradish tincture is very useful:
- She is excellent at fighting various infectious diseases.
- Sugar levels normalize.
- Tincture is useful in the treatment of rheumatism and gout.
- It will help defeat various oral diseases, including caries.
- It has been successfully used to treat various cardiovascular diseases.
- The drink is great for low acidity in the stomach and gastritis.
- Due to the fact that the tincture destroys bacteria, it is used even to heal small wounds.
The root of the plant consists of thioglycosides, flavonoids, calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, chlorine and sulfur. In addition, it is rich in various vitamins - B1, C, B6, PP, B2, folic acid, and others. Glucose, galactose, arabinose, polysaccharides saturate the plant with carbohydrates. Due to mustard oil, it smells good and becomes appetizing. So, the use of horseradish is possible in a variety of areas. So, it is even used in cosmetology.
Tincture of horseradish leaves with honey: indications
By mixing honey with horseradish, you can improve your own well-being. This healing tandem can cope with various diseases, while cooking recipes do not take much time and are quitesimple.
For colds
Horseradish tincture with honey is used as an anti-cold remedy. To do this, you need to take the components in equal proportions and perform the following manipulations:
- grind horseradish root with a blender, meat grinder or grate;
- heat honey slightly to make it runny;
- components combine, mix.
Use three times a day. At the same time, adults can use 150 g of the mixture per day, children - 50 g each.
Hypertension
For the next recipe we need horseradish leaves. Vodka tincture in this case will be effective for hypertension. We also need lemon, carrots and beets. The mixture is prepared in this way:
- make juice from vegetables - a glass of each;
- grind the horseradish in such a volume that it turns out 250 g of slurry;
- melt 350 honey;
- combine these components, mix everything thoroughly;
- pour the juice of two lemons and 150 ml of vodka into the resulting mixture;
- leave for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The resulting preparation, take 1 tablespoon before meals. Course - 1 month. Then take a two-month break and resume taking again.
In ischemia
Horseradish tincture with honey is suitable for maintaining the heart, as well as improving the general condition. To do this, mix honey and chopped horseradish root in equal proportions. Consume for a month in the morning on an empty stomach.
For sinusitis and rhinitis
If you suffer from rhinitis or sinusitis, then the following horseradish tincture will help you:
- take horseradish and honey in equal proportions;
- melt honey;
- squeeze juice from horseradish roots;
- received components combine, mix.
Take the liquid mixture 4 times a day. For adults, the daily dose is 150 ml, 50 ml for children.
When coughing
Horseradish tincture was used in the treatment of cough. The recipe for the preparation of the drug is as follows:
- pass 150 g of horseradish through a meat grinder and pour 500 ml of hot water into it;
- mixture insist for two days;
- strain the liquid through cheesecloth, then add honey (150 ml);
- Heat the finished composition over low heat until the honey dissolves.
The composition is taken once a day for 2 tbsp. spoons. By the way, a remedy with radish honey will also help with this problem.
Vodka horseradish tincture (horseradish)
This is a drink based on vodka, honey and horseradish. It can improve your appetite as well as give you a boost of energy.
Characteristics of the drink
Properly prepared horseradish tincture on vodka does not cause burning and has a very pleasant aftertaste. If, after drinking a small amount of the drink, you need to have something to eat, that its taste will be overwhelmed, therefore, you made a mistake during preparation.
The correct tincture is vodka, horseradish and honey mixed in strict proportions. At the same time, a non-original recipe may contain dill, ginger, mustard, garlic and other ingredients that can give the drink a certain flavor.
In addition, you can make cocktails from horseradish. The Bloody Mary drink based on it has gained immense popularity.
Before use, the drink must be cooled in the freezer.
Horseradish tincture, the recipe of which is given below, has long been famous for its healing properties and taste.
Cooking recipe
You will need the following ingredients:
- horseradish root (10 cm);
- vodka (500 ml);
- honey (teaspoon).
Vodka can be bought at a regular store. It is worth noting that there is no need to buy an expensive product from a famous brand. Plain wheat vodka will do.
You need to peel the horseradish root and cut it into small pieces with a knife. Remove them in a glass container. Add vodka and liquid honey. Mix thoroughly by shaking the container several times. Choose a warm enough place in which the drink will be infused for four days. After this time, the tincture must be filtered through cheesecloth, laying a layer of cotton wool. Pour back into the bottle and close the lid. The finished drink has a pleasant aroma and a light yellow tint.
The healing power of this tincture will completely drive away the cold, while the specific pleasant taste will appeal to everyone.
The benefits of the elixir
Horseradish tincture with vodka and honey is an excellent tonic for the body, which has an effective anti-cold effect. This effect is due to the activation of various defenses of the body, which occurs under the influence of this drink. An increase in the production of gastric juice and stimulation of appetite appear immediately after tasting the drink. Although everything is good in moderation: the dose of tincture should not be more than 100 ml per day.
Contraindications
The tincture is also endowed with contraindications due to the properties of the components and sufficient strength.
Reason for not tincture:
- individual intolerance or allergy to any components;
- contraindications to the use of alcoholic beverages due to existing diseases;
- pregnant women;
- childhood;
- lactation period.
Use with caution when:
- thyroid disorders;
- chronic gastrointestinal diseases;
- serious kidney and liver disease;
- prostat.
Hrenovuha, which was created using strict cooking rules, will leave only a slight aftertaste of bitterness when tasting. If a burning sensation appears in the mouth, then in the process some stage was inaccurately observed or the proportion of honey and horseradish was incorrectly maintained.
Drink should be taken with a lot of snacks, because the tincture significantly increases appetite. Drinking goes very well with variousmeat dishes, while helping their digestion. After a homemade feast the next day, thanks to this drink, there is no feeling of heaviness in the stomach, in addition, you will be pleasantly surprised by the complete absence of any hangover symptoms.
