Healing herbs have been known for centuries. The first medical treatise that has come down to us is considered to be a Sumerian tablet with several recipes. The clay find dates back to the 3rd millennium BC. e. The plant, which will be discussed in this article, has been known for its medicinal properties since about the same time. The properties of celandine, however, much later - in the II century AD. e., very accurately described by Avicenna.
A bit of history
Let's take a brief digression into history. Claudius Galen (II century) is deservedly considered the founder of pharmacy. He was the first who suggested separating useful principles from useless and harmful ones by drying, evaporation. It was Galen who introduced tinctures and extracts. An outstanding physician, he wrote two books in which he spoke in detail about medicinal plants. Galen's works have long been "desk books" for other healers. Claudius paid tribute to the healing propertiescelandine.
The medicinal properties of the plant, based on the research of Galen, were described in more detail in his "Medical Book" by the Czech physician Jan Cerny (XVI century). The ancient Aesculapius agreed that celandine is useful for toothache, gastrointestinal diseases and jaundice, sharpens eyesight, reduces the "thorn", crushes kidney stones, cleans the "airways" and "brain", "resolves tumors", "drives urine".
In Russia, the first medical treatise appeared in the X century. It was translated from Greek for Prince Svyatoslav and was called "Svyatoslav's Izbornik". Soon there were herbalists. The first recorded recipes used by healers in Russia date back to the 13th century. The celandine was called differently here: red milkweed, warthog, yellow spurge, gusset, cleanliness, larkspur, cleansing, etc. Warts and papillomas were removed with juice, rashes, purulent wounds, and fungal skin lesions were treated. The decoction and infusion of the plant was used as a choleretic, diuretic and analgesic.
Celandine
This is a perennial plant up to 100 cm high with carved leaves and medium-sized yellow flowers. Celandine at the break of the stem secretes milky juice, which becomes orange-red in the air. It also has medicinal properties, but when it gets on the skin, it causes a burning sensation. The plant is poisonous. Celandine grows in Europe, America, almost throughout Russia.
Composition
Modern research has confirmed the fact that celandine is a valuable plant. It contains more than 20 alkaloids: sanguinarine, homo-chelidonin, protopin, spartein, etc. The aerial part of celandine contains up to 3% alkaloids, as well as tannins, vitamin C, flavonoids, carotene, phytoncides, organic acids - succinic, choledonic, citric, malic. The leaves contain trace elements: selenium, bromine, zinc, barium, molybdenum, silver. The juice of the plant contains fatty oils, resinous substances, alkaloids that destroy cells. All drugs from celandine have antitumor, antifungal, analgesic and diuretic effects. As well as hypotensive, antispasmodic, bacteriostatic and choleretic properties.
Application
Celandine is used for colds, sinusitis, adenoids. They treat skin lesions: burns, fungus, dermatosis, erosion, ulcers, boils. Celandine is recommended for arthritis, hypertension, angina pectoris, varicose veins, thrombophlebitis, and gastrointestinal diseases. Successfully treats sciatica, gout, periodontal disease and rheumatism, as evidenced by numerous reviews. The healing properties of celandine were also highly appreciated by cosmetologists. Masks for acne and blackheads, cleansing lotions, therapeutic baths, and remedies for baldness and dandruff are prepared from the plant. What is the reason for all this?
- Alkaloids present in celandine affect the heart, nervous system, blood pressure. Some of the alkaloids have bacteriostatic properties and have been successfully used to treat various diseases.
- Saponins have a diuretic and expectorant effect. In addition, they have a calming effect, anti-ulcer, anti-scleroticproperties. The most pronounced medicinal property of celandine is anti-inflammatory.
- Tannins are non-poisonous compounds and are widely used in astringents and bactericidal preparations. Recommended for inflammation of the mucous membranes, burns, bleeding.
- Flavonoids have an antispasmodic effect, remove radioactive substances. Used to treat hypertension, diathesis, liver and kidney stones.
- Vitamins are involved in a variety of body processes. Vitamin A is indispensable for diseases of the eyes, skin, atherosclerosis and hypertension. Vitamin C (it contains up to 170 mg in celandine) is no less necessary for the human body. It is involved in reducing and oxidative processes, metabolism.
- Organic acids contained in celandine have a beneficial effect on the nervous system. They have antiseptic, diaphoretic, antirheumatic effects. It is necessary to know that the s alts of some organic acids have an alkaline reaction and neutralize the acidic products formed in the process of metabolism in the body. This must be taken into account in severe diseases, such as diabetes. That is why it is so important to know both the medicinal properties of celandine and contraindications, and it is best to consult a doctor before using traditional medicine recipes.
Studies have shown that preparations from celandine not only have a bacteriostatic effect, but also delay the growth of tumors. In official medicine, there are also many preparations based on celandine: Belakhol, Holaflus, Viaton,"Hepatonorm", "Hepel", "Choleletin", etc. At home, juice, decoction, infusion and alcohol extracts can be prepared from the plant.
What you need to know about celandine?
To create medicines, all parts of the plant are used - flowers, stems, leaves, roots. You need to know that celandine is a poisonous plant. Recently, recipes of traditional medicine are turning more and more often. But not everyone takes into account that the treatment of medicinal herbs requires patience and accuracy. You should not expect instant results, but with proper and regular use of celandine, it will help to cope with the disease without harming the body. Do not abuse herbal preparations, because an overdose can lead to unpleasant consequences. It is necessary not only to get acquainted with the medicinal properties of celandine and contraindications, but also to remember that folk recipes, even if they have been tested for years, require a certain discipline. Yes, they are based on only natural ingredients, not chemistry, but they are not always absolutely harmless. These are the same drugs. Therefore, it is best to follow the recommendations:
- Celandine is treated only when the diagnosis is definitely established.
- For moderate and severe diseases, a doctor's consultation is necessary.
- Never exceed the dose and concentration of infusions, decoctions and extracts.
Contraindications
The healing properties of celandine herb allow it to be used to treat many diseases. But since the plantpoisonous, preparations based on it should not be taken by pregnant women, children and nursing mothers. As well as contraindications for admission are:
- neurotic diseases;
- asthma;
- angina;
- epilepsy;
- allergies and individual intolerances;
- diseases of the digestive organs of moderate severity.
Celandine juice
Apply juice for colds, diseases of the eyes and nasopharynx. Psoriasis and eczema are also treated with celandine juice. The medicinal properties of the plant are pronounced, therefore, from ancient times, with the help of juice, they get rid of warts and papillomas. Celandine perfectly copes with fungal diseases, burns and internal diseases. You can use the juice of freshly cut grass or prepare for future use. To do this, you need to collect the grass (away from the roads), rinse well, dry, chop (you can use a blender), squeeze the juice and pour it into a dark glass jar. Close tightly and place in a cold place. As bubbles appear (usually after a couple of days), you need to slightly open the container and release the accumulated gases. When fermentation is over, which can take from 3 weeks to 2 months, place the medicine in a cool place. You can make juice with alcohol. To do this, dilute 1 liter of milk in 0.5 liters of vodka. Such a tool is stored longer.
Indications and application features:
- When hands and feet are affected by a fungus, with psoriasis, grass juice is applied to problem areas for 14 days.
- The healing properties of celandine have proven themselves in the treatment of frostbite and burns. For acne, you can lubricate the face with plant milk, then rinse with warm water (after 15 minutes).
- With polyps and hemorrhoids, enemas with milk help - take a few drops of juice for 50 ml of water.
- As a sedative and pain reliever, it is recommended to take 2 ml of milk with honey orally. This remedy helps with constipation, reduces pressure.
- In oncological diseases, juice is taken orally with milk. You need to start with 1 drop and gradually, every day, increase to 20 drops, then the dosage is also gradually reduced by 1 drop. If the skin is damaged, you can take baths (for 35 liters of water 100 ml of milk) or lubricate the affected area with celandine juice.
- Medicinal properties (there are no contraindications, except for allergies, for external use at all), plants are extensive. It is also used to treat the liver: 1 tsp. milk is diluted with vodka and washed down with water. Drink 3 times a day for 2 weeks.
Decoction
It has a calming effect, has a diuretic, choleretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, a decoction of celandine. The medicinal properties and use of the decoction are wide, almost all remedies prepared from it are effective, but most often they are used as baths or lotions for diathesis, lichen, rashes, ulcers or wounds. It is easy to prepare a decoction of celandine. You can do this in two ways:
- 4 tbsp. l. pour a liter of grass powderwater and keep on fire for 10 minutes. 8 hours insist and strain.
- 2 tbsp. l. boil the crushed plant for 1 minute in a glass of water. Insist and strain for half an hour.
Application features:
- For paralysis, polyarthritis, dermatitis and gout, compresses are recommended. Wet gauze or a napkin in a warm decoction and place on the damaged or painful area for 10 minutes. Apply 2 weeks 2 times a day. You can extend the course up to 4 weeks, if there are no contraindications.
- The healing properties of celandine and recipes have been used for a long time to treat skin diseases: in case of fungal infections, wounds and ulcers, the damaged areas are washed with decoction 2 times a day until healing.
- In case of hair loss, it is recommended to rinse the head with decoction after washing.
- When a rash, acne, pimples appear, you need to rub your face with a napkin soaked in broth 2 times a day.
- With periodontal disease, toothache and inflammation of the mucous membrane, gargle with a decoction for 7-14 days (2 times a day).
- To improve eyesight, you need 2 weeks 3 times a day to drip into the eyes 2 drops of decoction. Can be mixed with 1 tsp. honey and apply lotion to the eyes 2 times a day.
Infusion
Infusion from the plant soothes, restores damaged tissues, normalizes bowel function,. The healing properties of celandine (the recipe for the infusion is presented below) have long been known. Everyone who took it confirms that the remedy is excellent for colds. It is good to drink it as a preventive measure forboosting immunity. There are two ways to prepare an infusion from dry celandine:
- 1 tbsp l. pour 200 ml of boiling water, cover with a lid or napkin. Steep for 30-40 minutes and drink 2/3 cup before meals.
- Chop all parts of the plant, fill a half-liter jar with ¼ mass. Pour in boiling water. After the infusion has cooled, strain. Take the infusion 3 times a day for 0.5 cups.
Infusion of celandine is usually taken as a preventive measure during the week. Then you need to take a break for 4-5 days and drink again for 7 days. The tool can be taken up to 4 weeks, then you need a break of at least 2 months. Before taking the infusion, you must familiarize yourself with the contraindications. The healing properties of celandine (the recipes are simple and effective) are especially pronounced in potions made from fresh raw materials. They are prepared in almost the same way as from a dry plant: fill a half-liter container halfway with crushed raw materials and pour boiling water over it. Then 1 tbsp. l. dilute the infusion with half a glass of water and drink 2-3 times a day.
Ointment from celandine
Celandine herb ointment helps with ulcers and wounds. It is used to treat tuberculosis of the skin, psoriasis, eczema, diathesis, get rid of warts. With this ointment, you can get rid of age spots and freckles. The product can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared by yourself.
The basis for the drug is baby cream, petroleum jelly, pork fat or lanolin. You can take celandine juice orground grass into powder:
For 2 parts of the base, take 1 part of the powder. Or for 4 parts of the base 1 part of celandine juice
Healing properties (there are no contraindications, except for allergies), the ointment will keep up to 2 years if you keep it in the refrigerator.
Alcohol tincture
Healers recommend alcohol tincture for skin diseases. Alcohol tincture is a potent drug and is the most effective remedy in the fight against malignant tumors. Celandine is a poisonous plant, and the slightest overdose is dangerous to he alth. In severe stages of the disease, you should consult a doctor. To avoid unwanted effects, you can alternate the intake of alcohol tincture with an aqueous infusion of celandine, and take a break every 2 weeks. Of course, you must first familiarize yourself with the contraindications. The medicinal properties of celandine juice (recipe below) are wide, alcohol infusions from it are used for cirrhosis of the liver, periodontal disease, skin diseases, pancreatitis, gallstone diseases. A tincture is prepared from a fresh or dried plant.
Recipes:
- Chop celandine grass, fill a half-liter jar tightly with it and pour in vodka. Infuse for 2 weeks, then again dilute with vodka: for 150 g of tincture 350 g of vodka. Drink 20 drops 2 times a day. It is better to start with 3 drops and gradually bring to the required rate.
- Pass fresh celandine through a meat grinder and put the resulting slurry in the refrigerator for 3 days. Then strain and add vodka in a ratio of 2:1. Infuse at room temperature for 2 weeks.
- Celandinedry for 10 days in the sun, grind and tightly fill a 300 ml dish with mass. Top up with vodka to the top and leave for 30 days. You can add honey. Stir the mixture periodically.
Application features:
- For the treatment of periodontal disease, use a mass of 1 tsp. vegetable oil and 30% tincture. Spread the mixture on the gums and leave for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
- For problems with the liver, high cholesterol, drink tincture for 3 months at intervals of 10 drops 3 times a day.
- Treatment with tincture is recommended for gynecological diseases associated with tumor processes. The course is conducted in 2 stages. The first lasts 3 weeks: 0.5 tsp. take 3 times a day before meals. The next stage lasts 10 days: 1 tbsp. l. tinctures are taken 3 times a day before meals. There is a break of 10 days between stages.
Celandine and remedies prepared from it have long been known to folk healers. The medicinal properties of celandine determine a wide range of plant activities. Preparations made from it are used for many diseases. Reviews of those who were treated with celandine confirm that this is a very effective remedy for many diseases. You just need to use it wisely: do not exceed the rate of taking the drug. In case of dizziness, weakness, nausea and insomnia, you should immediately consult a doctor.
