Rounded leaves with a sour taste are extremely beneficial for he alth. Today it is difficult to imagine, but in most countries people could not decide to eat this herb for a very long time.
The healing qualities of sorrel have been known for a long time - this can be judged from the old Russian medical books. Sorrel grows almost throughout Russia. Most of all it grows in the south - in the Caucasus and Kazakhstan. Sorrel grows mainly in forests, meadows, thickets, near water bodies.
Benefits of sorrel
So, what is the use of sorrel? It is primarily a diuretic, tonic. In ancient times, a decoction of sorrel was prescribed as a prophylaxis against dysentery, with bleeding, with indigestion. And in the 16th century, sorrel was considered a remedy that could save a person from the plague. Zemstvo doctors also treated tuberculosis and rheumatism. Sorrel activates the liver and bile production, promotes bowel function and is even a pain reliever. This is not the whole list of what sorrel is useful for. Its leaves are high in tannins, vitamin C and calcium,therefore, it is highly recommended for bleeding gums.
Composition of the "green doctor"
Sorrel leaves contain almost all substances and trace elements necessary for the human body. These are mineral s alts, and proteins, and flavonoids. This plant contains at least three organic acids. Green leaves are rich in malic, formic and proper oxalic acid. Sorrel is also very rich in vitamin C - the daily requirement is replenished by eating only 100 grams of leaves. There is also a large amount of vitamins E, PP, B, K and carotene, which is so good for the eyes. After getting acquainted with this list of microelements included in the composition, the question of whether sorrel is useful disappears by itself.
Folk recipes
The experience of generations, expressed in recipes, helps us understand the benefits of sorrel and how it can help with he alth problems.
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horse sorrel useful properties For constipation, 2 tbsp is recommended. spoons of crushed roots pour boiling water, boil in a water bath, cool and strain. Drink the drink should be three times a day for a third of a glass. The effect of drinking this drink comes only after 12 hours, so it is recommended to drink it at night.
- In diseases of the liver, you can pour 30 g of finely chopped root with 6 glasses of water and boil for 1 hour. Then leave the decoction for 45 minutes, strain and consume half a cup 3 times a day.
- Treatment of skin diseases is another indicator thanuseful sorrel. Fresh oxalic leaves should be applied to damaged areas of the skin.
- Edema and dropsy can be quickly cured if taken 1 tbsp. l. juice of oxal leaves three times a day.
- Weak immunity, general weakness are symptoms for which it is recommended to use sorrel decoction.
An even greater effect is seen when horse sorrel is consumed. The beneficial properties of this natural healer echo those of ordinary sorrel, but its bitter taste makes it less popular. Such sorrel is actively used both as decoctions and for external therapy.
