Why horseradish is good for the human body

The frost-resistant spicy root of horseradish is known to everyone on our lands. It takes root in any conditions and gives a very valuable crop. So, without any hassle, without caring for the plant on purpose, you can get a healing potion and spicy spices on the table, which will remain tasty and healthy all year long. Why is horseradish so useful for the body?

Useful composition of horseradish

Horseradish is used in cooking and for the preparation of medicines. Not only a burning root is used, but also succulent leaves and specific seeds of the plant. Each of the parts accumulates volatile, vitamins, minerals, essential oil, as well as healthy dietary fiber and pectin. The healing properties of horseradish were known to our long-standing ancestors. And the versatility of its use and the duration of storage of the medicinal root doubles its value.

1. Horseradish contains B vitamins that support the body’s immunity and health, regulate the nervous system and participate in metabolic processes. It also contains carotene, which is necessary for quick healing and restoration of tissues, relieving inflammation, improving vision and maintaining the health of mucous membranes.
2. The content of vitamin C in horseradish exceeds the same indicator in citrus fruits by 5 times, in addition, it is higher than in currants - the common “healer” of colds. Vitamin C not only helps to resist ARI, but also helps to strengthen cells, thin the mucus and increase the tone of the body.
3. Vitamin E helps to eliminate toxins, remove edema and inflammation, improve skin condition, regulate the water balance in the body and maintain immunity.
4. Horseradish is also rich in potassium, calcium, manganese, magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorus, sodium and sulfur. These elements are involved in maintaining the proper functioning of the heart and normal blood pressure, strengthen the musculoskeletal system, provide the excretion of excess salts and the body, are involved in strengthening the nervous system and help cleanse the body.

What properties does horseradish have

Horseradish is most often used to treat colds, atherosclerosis, joint diseases, to relieve inflammation, including in the male and female spheres. Horseradish root can enhance male potency and increase fertility (the ability to procreate). In addition, horseradish warm the body, eliminate poisoning and intoxication in infectious diseases, relieve pain and increase endurance.

Horseradish is useful for eliminating such ailments:

1. Atherosclerosis and hypertension. The components of horseradish strengthen blood vessels, relieve pressure and help to remove excess cholesterol from the body.
2. Inflammation of the genitourinary system, prostatitis. Horseradish accelerates tissue healing, has a bactericidal effect and relieves pain. In addition, it promotes the natural elimination of fluid from the body and stimulates urination.
3. Colds and viral diseases of the respiratory system, general malaise. Horseradish helps to strengthen the immune system and increase the body's resistance, relieve swelling, relieve sputum, eliminate a runny nose, calm irritations, warm the body, disperse blood, thereby accelerating the elimination of toxins, viruses and the supply of useful substances to cells. Also, the plant eliminates nausea and aches in the body.
4. Joint diseases: arthritis, rheumatism, gout and others. Horseradish warms, restores healthy blood circulation, strengthens connective tissues and removes signs of inflammatory processes.
5. Kidney disease.The plant has a diuretic effect and helps to remove salts from the body.
6. Food poisoning and disorders. They drink horseradish to get rid of nausea, improve appetite, remove toxins from the intestines, bind and remove toxins, improve absorption, ensure disinfection and eliminate signs of diarrhea. Horseradish is used for preservation and season dishes in the field to kill pathogens.
7. For weak hair. The warming properties of the plant and vitamin A, which stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, contribute to the awakening of hair follicles and the growth of strong healthy hair.
8. Horseradish also kills fungal infections, protects against helminths (worms), eliminates bacterial plaque from tooth enamel and prevents tooth decay. The plant cleanses the skin from rashes, brightens it and makes it elastic.
9. Means prepared on the basis of horseradish are used to prevent and treat mild ailments. In the presence of serious diseases, any therapy should be under the supervision of a doctor, and the course of treatment is prescribed taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.

Contraindications

1. Horseradish should be used carefully for people with a problem gastrointestinal tract, as well as urolithiasis. The pungent acuity of the plant irritates the gastrointestinal mucosa, and the diuretic effect can lead to the movement of stones. Cases of individual intolerance are rare when horseradish causes skin itching, flatulence, nausea and other signs of allergies.
2. Excessive use may cause muscle cramps and increase pressure. Horseradish also has an anticoagulant effect and may increase menstrual bleeding.
3. It is necessary to carefully give horseradish to children during pregnancy due to the aggressive effect of seasoning. However, the introduction of small portions of the product into the diet will positively affect immunity and strengthen the body.

How horseradish is used in cooking

All components of the plant are used in the kitchen to improve the taste of products and to extend the shelf life of dishes by killing pathogenic microorganisms.

1. Horseradish leaves are added to the brines to make the pickles crispy and harsh.
2. Grated root is used as a hot liquid sauce along with mustard, wasabi, adjika and chili. Often beetroot juice is added to this seasoning. Horseradish is eaten with meat dishes and less often with vegetables.
3. The root is also used for marinades to sterilize and preserve vegetables, for example, sorrel, cucumbers, zucchini, squash, bell peppers, eggplant and tomatoes.
4. Powder seasoning is made from horseradish seeds to flavor dishes. This part of the plant is not so sharp and has a spicy aroma.
5. Small pieces of horseradish root (shavings from coarse grater) are added to vegetable stews and first courses, for example, pickle and green borsch, tomato borsch and cabbage soup.
6. Homemade alcohol insists on horseradish (root and seeds). This drug is drunk for therapeutic purposes in small portions, since it is very burning.
7. In addition, horseradish is left in cellars and barns to deter pests. Leaves are usually used fresh in the summer, and the root is stored raw or dried in the oven at a low temperature in crushed form.

Fresh root horseradish is stored in the ground or sand at cold temperatures - then it does not lose moisture, remains sharp, juicy and useful. Dried horseradish slices or in grated form, after squeezing the juice (it can be used in drinking from colds or seasoning a meat dish). Ready dried shavings can be ground into powder. Store this seasoning in a tightly closed jar for up to 2 years.

Horseradish from diseases

From horseradish make infusions, alcohol tinctures, decoctions and ointments for compresses. Such drugs are drunk, used for rinsing and bathing, lotions and rubbing, as well as for inhalation.

1. With SARS. Cold inhalation with horseradish can kill viruses in the body and make breathing easier with a cold.It is enough to breathe in pairs of freshly cut root - and the runny nose will recede, expectoration will improve and the temperature will decrease. Ideally, add peppermint, citrus essential oil - lemon, orange or grapefruit - and coniferous extract - cedar, fir or cypress.
2. From bronchitis, asthma, cough and runny nose, it is recommended to pour 150 g of grated root with the juice of 2 lemons and take 1 tsp. daily after meals, thoroughly mixing the composition each time. Store the mixture in the refrigerator in a tightly closed container.
3. For the treatment of blood vessels, 250 g of grated paste is brewed in 3 l of water, kept on fire for 20 minutes. Drink this broth half a cup 3 times a day for 2 weeks. A mixture of juices is recommended for hypertension: 1 tbsp. beetroot, carrot, lemon juice, honey and infusion of horseradish (for this, the grated root is soaked for 24 hours in drinking water), after which it is filtered and used liquid for the drug.
4. To clean the vessels using horseradish leaves, use a handful of dry raw materials, 1 red hot pepper, a handful of walnut nut partitions, pine nut shells, which are insisted in 0.5 l of alcohol for 10 days in a dark place. Finished raw materials are filtered and stored in a convenient container. For treatment, 30 drops of tincture are added to a third of a glass of water and this portion is drunk twice a day for a month.
5. To gargle with angina, it is enough to rub the horseradish root, squeeze its juice, mix in half with water and carry out a characteristic procedure, "massaging" the mucous membranes with liquid. To get rid of a cold, you can mix 1 tsp. grated horseradish with 2 tsp honey in a glass of milk. For taste, you can add cinnamon and drink this elixir 2-3 times a day for 4 days. This will help eliminate cough, runny nose, bring down the temperature and strengthen the body's defenses.
6. To warm up the back with radiculitis, it is recommended to mix grated horseradish and radish in equal proportions, salt and add 2 tbsp. honey. The ointment is applied to the steamed body in the lumbar region for half an hour, and then washed off.

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