An amazing medicinal plant elecampane ("nine forces") was named by ancient healers for its ability to fight many diseases. They knew how to prepare a medicine from elecampane that could help with many ailments. In herbal medicine, from many species of this plant, elecampane is used, mainly its root part.
The main share of useful substances that are part of the rhizome falls on inulin. Fructose is obtained from this natural sugar substitute.
Description of the plant
Before we learn how to cook elecampane root, we offer some information about the plant itself. Elecampane is often called the wild sunflower by the people. The plant belongs to the aster family. Among the numerous medicinal herbs, it can be distinguished by a fleshy thick rhizome with long roots, in which the main useful substances are hidden.
Inelecampane is a success not only among folkhealers - in official medicine, he also found application. In the upper part, the stems of this plant are slightly branched, angular and straight. At the roots - quite large (up to 50 cm). They are elongated with pointed tips.
Yellow or rich orange flowers are collected in baskets, which are located on the tops of branches and stems. They are about 8 cm in diameter. Elecampane blooms in July - August. This is a tall (up to two meters) perennial plant. It is actually grass, although it looks like a separate bush.
In what cases does elecampane help?
Nine diseases for which this herb works effectively and fairly quickly:
- problems of the reproductive system;
- colds, especially with dry cough with sputum that is difficult to remove;
- worms and germs;
- diseases of the digestive tract;
- tuberculosis;
- compromised immunity;
- problems with the heart and blood vessels;
- skin diseases;
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Composition
The healing properties of the plant are due to its rich chemical composition. The roots of the plant contain:
- essential oil - more than 3%;
- polysaccharides, including more than 40% inulin;
- vitamins, mainly E;
- triterpenes;
- organic acids;
- gum;
- bitterness, resin and mucus;
- lactones;
- saponins.
Healing properties
Inelecampane is finehas established itself as a remedy that relieves inflammation and allergic reactions, kills bacteria and fungi, stops bleeding. In addition, the plant has an expectorant, astringent and diuretic effect.
Elecampane improves the functioning of internal organs:
- reduces capillary permeability;
- increases the formation of bile and its secretion;
- reduces intestinal motility;
- increases the secretion of the stomach, intestines and pancreas;
- prevents blood clots;
- beneficial effect on the uterus and ovaries.
Decoction of elecampane
The most convenient and most common way of treatment is the use of decoctions. Such a remedy will help with inflammatory processes in the gastrointestinal tract, pathological processes in the lungs and liver, with bronchitis and expulsion of worms.
Once in the body, gums, resins and mucus envelop the walls of the pharynx, intestines and stomach, thus protecting the delicate mucous membranes. The prepared decoction of elecampane, even stored in the refrigerator, must be used within two days, no longer. There are several ways to prepare a medicinal decoction. In all cases, proportions should be strictly observed.
15-30 grams of crushed root are boiled in three glasses of water for an hour over low heat. The use of decoction of elecampane requires strict adherence to the dosage. It is taken 15 ml three times a day. To enhance the beneficial properties of the drug, you can add a littlenatural honey.
For strengthening immunity
Not everyone knows how to brew elecampane to strengthen immunity and how to take it. If you are prone to colds in the fall, prepare a healing composition that will strengthen your he alth.
- Boiled for half an hour and chopped elecampane root, mix with a glass of sugar and the same amount of apple juice. Take this remedy for thirty days, three tablespoons (tablespoons) a day.
- Two tablespoons (tablespoons) of a mixture of wild rose and elecampane pour 4 cups of water, boil over low heat for no more than 15 minutes. Let cool at room temperature. Store the composition in the refrigerator. Use as an addition to tea brewing when drinking tea.
Decoction of elecampane for men
Dried or fresh elecampane root has long been recognized as an effective remedy in the fight against male infertility. The rhizome of the plant contains substances that increase the activity of spermatozoa and improve their quality. Under their influence, the body activates the synthesis of enzymes that “preserve” spermatozoa, ensuring their safety in the vagina until they approach the egg. Therefore, the chance of fertilization increases.
In addition, the plant helps men improve the quality and production of sperm, especially if the pathology is caused by a previous disease. To prepare a decoction, pour 50 g of crushed dry raw materials with hot water (0.5 l), boil for a quarter of an hour. Cool the broth, strain andtake a tablespoon warm every two hours.
Special for women
Knowing how to brew elecampane, you can improve the condition and get rid of many women's ailments. Preparations based on this medicinal plant act gently, sparingly, without injuring other organs. Their reception is shown at:
- endometriosis;
- menstrual disorders;
- painful periods;
- complex treatment of infertility;
- womb prolapse;
- infectious and inflammatory processes of the mucosa (vaginitis, irritation, thrush).
When menstruation is late
Prepare a decoction from the root of elecampane at the rate of a tablespoon of raw materials per 0.3 liters of water. Boil the composition for half an hour and the same amount of time it should be infused. The remedy must be taken in two doses during the day. You need to know that in this volume, infusion of elecampane can cause a miscarriage, so before using it, make sure that you are not pregnant.
For conception
To achieve the desired result, take 10 g of elecampane, burdock leaves and dandelion flowers. Place in a glass container and fill with 60% alcohol (500 ml). Infuse this remedy for three weeks in a dark place. Shake the container periodically. Take the composition twice a day, 50 ml.
Skin diseases
Traditional healers know how to prepare a decoction of elecampane, which will help in the treatment of many skin problems. To do this, you need to boil 100 g of roots in a liter of water,pre-shredded, about 15 minutes. The resulting decoction is added to the bath or used as washes and lotions. This remedy relieves skin inflammation and severe itching.
Infusion
No less popular are infusions of elecampane, which are prepared quite simply. Within 10 hours, it is necessary to infuse two tablespoons (teaspoons) of plant roots in 250 ml of water at room temperature. It is important to know that the water must be purified or boiled, but always cold. This remedy is useful for people suffering from bronchitis or enterocolitis.
For dry cough
Crushed root (16 g) brew with boiling water (250 ml), close the container tightly with a lid. Half an hour later, the infusion is taken 100 ml one hour before meals three times a day.
Ointments for skin diseases
Elecampane ointments have proven themselves well. How to prepare such a composition? The root of the plant and the root of horse sorrel must be ground to a powder. A tablespoon (tablespoon) of these powders is mixed in a container and high-quality and fresh softened butter is added to get a mass that resembles thick sour cream in consistency. The medicine is ready for use.
A thin layer, without rubbing, the ointment is applied to areas affected by dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, twice a day. This drug relieves inflammation and itching.
Ointment can be used differently - it is mixed with lard or olive oil and thoroughly fried. Then spread the resulting mixture on a naturalcotton cloth and placed on the problem area.
On non-healing wounds and ulcers, you can apply a freshly plucked and slightly rumpled leaf of elecampane to make the juice come out. This treatment is effective for erysipelatous and scrofulous inflammations.
To prepare a medicinal extract of elecampane in vegetable oil, you should take one part of the root of elecampane and ten parts of any vegetable oil, mix well and stand in the sun for two weeks. Scientists have proven that preparations made from extracts of elecampane roots successfully heal festering wounds and are effective for neurodermatitis and dermatitis.
Tuberculosis treatment
Elecampane is quite often used in the complex treatment of tuberculosis. Representatives of traditional medicine offer many recipes for the treatment of this disease, but they consider tinctures made with red wine and vodka to be the most effective.
1st way
One hundred grams of crushed raw materials are poured with a liter of red grape wine. The mixture is infused for 8 days. Adults take this remedy 50 ml before meals three times a day. This medicine can also be given to children, according to healers, older than 7 years, but not more than 1 tablespoon (tablespoon). True, doctors have a negative attitude towards the treatment of children with drugs containing alcohol.
2nd way
Crushed root (120 g) pour grape red wine (500 ml). Put the mixture on a slow fire and boil for no more than 10 minutes. Strain the composition. It should be taken before meals, 50 ml each.
3rd way
If you are interested in how to prepare elecampane tincture onvodka, check out the following recipe. Elecampane roots, preferably fresh, grind on a grater to make two full glasses. Pour them into a glass jar and fill with high-quality vodka (0.5 l). The remedy is infused for 9 days. Take tincture before meals, one tablespoon (tablespoon). The course of treatment with such a remedy is long - at least three months. Can be used for jaundice and early stages of diabetes.
Poultices for joints
They are recommended for people suffering from arthrosis. To do this, the root of elecampane is boiled to a mushy state. Apply this mass to the affected areas for 3-5 minutes. Use this method for a short time as burns may occur.
In the treatment of ulcers
People with duodenal and stomach ulcers can be advised by folk healers on how to cook elecampane to get rid of these ailments. At night, brew in a thermos 2 tablespoons (tablespoons) of dry elecampane root with boiling water (0.5 l). The infusion is taken three times a day, 2 tablespoons.
Treat the duodenum
To normalize the functioning of the duodenum, you need to take a tablespoon of infusion of elecampane, and then eat three tablespoons (teaspoons) of internal pork fat. Treatment continues for 21 days. Then you need to take a break for a month, after which the course can be repeated if necessary.
You can use infusion of elecampane. A spoon (tablespoon) of crushed roots is poured into 0.5 liters of chilledpurified or boiled water and place the container in a water bath for a quarter of an hour. Take the remedy for ½ cup before meals (half an hour) three times a day. The duration of treatment is a month.
Herbal preparations with elecampane
Copes well with many ailments alone elecampane. How to brew it with other medicinal plants to enhance the healing effect? Below we will give recipes for healing potions.
Rheumatism treatment
If rheumatism breaks out, you need to mix 10 g of crushed elecampane root with the same amount of burdock roots. They are thoroughly mixed, pour 0.25 liters of hot water and kept on low heat for several minutes. Strain the remedy and leave it to infuse for 20 minutes.
Take a decoction of 50 ml three times a day, regardless of food intake. The same tool in the form of heat can be used for compresses. Relief occurs in a week, but you should not interrupt the treatment, you should complete the full course (month).
Rheumatoid arthritis
In order to soothe severe pain in this disease, it is necessary to prepare a more complex remedy. In this case, it is important not to make a mistake in the proportions:
- yarrow, flax seeds, horsetail, juniper berries - two parts each;
- St.
- common agrimony, wild rosemary grass - four parts;
- sequence - 5 parts.
After thoroughly mixing all the herbs, take 5-6 tablespoons of the mixture and put them in a thermos. Herbspour a liter of boiling water. This is how you get your daily dose. Take the composition of half a cup before meals three times a day. Treatment is long - at least five weeks, until you feel an improvement in your condition. Then the portion can be reduced by brewing 2-3 tablespoons of raw materials per 500 ml. Treatment can last up to 8 months.
Contraindications
It is important to know not only how to brew elecampane, but also the fact that this amazing plant has restrictions in its intake. You should refuse treatment with elecampane for the following diseases:
- Gastritis with low acidity.
- Some heart disease.
- Kidney disease.
- Atherosclerosis.
- Individual intolerance.
Side effects that may occur if the dosage is violated:
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Excessive salivation.
- Increased heart rate.
- Dizziness.
- Weakness.
- Slow down breathing.
Elecampane should not be used with excessive blood viscosity, low blood pressure, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
