Cuff - medicinal properties and contraindications

An ordinary cuff is also called a bear foot, female grass. She has many other names. Its medicinal properties are well studied and are recognized not only by folk, but also by official medicine. The plant has a fairly wide area of ​​its growth. It is found everywhere, including in our country. The exception is only the southernmost regions.

The grass is well known to diabetics, as it can help with this disease. It is also used by persons who have a pathology of the bronchial and pulmonary apparatus. Many grass diseases are treated with this herb. Despite its inconspicuous appearance, the plant has a fairly significant healing power and has long been used to treat many diseases.

But not only this property is significant plant. It is widely used in cooking. Cabbage soup prepared from this plant is very tasty. Appetizing salads are also made from it.

Chemical composition

When considering this issue, it can be noted that the cuff contains a large amount of chemicals. In this regard, its composition is truly diverse and unique in nature. The following chemicals can be found in a bear's paw:

1. A large number of tanning components. Their content depends on what part of the plant is considered when covering this issue. So, the aboveground part contains them in an amount of 3%, and the roots can already boast that 8% of them are in them.
2. The plant contains a sufficient amount of bitterness.
3. A lot of cuffs of fatty acids and steroids.
4. The composition differs in the content of a certain amount of catechins and glycosides.
5. There is a lot of ascorbic acid in the plant. Especially in large quantities, it is found in leaves.
6. The mineral composition of the cuff is very rich. It contains in various quantities many well-known and valuable trace elements.
7. The amino acid composition of the plant is quite diverse. Among it, the most important role is assigned to lecithin.

The abundance and variety of chemical composition, of course, affects the presence of a large number of therapeutic effects in a plant. They can be reduced to the following positions:

1. The presence of steroids (phytosterols) stimulates the formation of progesterone. Metabolism regulation is observed. Myocardium begins to work more stably, immunity becomes stronger. The cuff is used in gynecological practice. Under the influence of steroids, the menstrual cycle normalizes. The plant treats many diseases from the female genital area. In addition, with the use of plants increases mental and physical performance.
2. The manifestation of a powerful antioxidant effect is associated with the content of bioflavonoids. Associated with them is pronounced activity against the viral flora that causes influenza-like diseases. The mechanism of action is associated with the inhibition of enzyme substances leading to the destruction of hyaluronic acid.
3. Due to the lignin content, the plant exhibits antioxidant and detoxification properties. The body gets rid of toxins and salts of heavy metals. This fully applies to some types of fungal substances.
4. Coumarins accelerate the processes associated with wound healing.
5. Under the influence of ascorbic acid, the work of nerve structures is normalized, immunity is strengthened, endocrine glands begin to work better. The processes associated with hematopoiesis come to a normal level.
6. Under the influence of phenolcarboxylic acids, inflammatory manifestations disappear faster. This is especially expressed in relation to the digestive system. The kidneys begin to work more actively.
7. Under the influence of tannins, the permeability of the capillary wall decreases.
8. The formation of cell membranes is carried out with the participation of the fatty acids that make up the plant.
9. The action of coumarins is also based on inhibition of the growth of cell structures of malignant neoplasms.
10. Alzheimer's disease can be prevented by leukoanthocyanidins that are present in a plant such as the cuff. There is a normalization of metabolic processes.
11. Under the influence of bitterness, bile acids and gastric juice are better produced, and this, in turn, leads to an improvement in digestion processes.

In what cases is the plant used?

A variety of healing effects makes it possible to use herbs in a fairly wide range of different conditions:

• Formations with ulcerative processes in the digestive tract.
• Conditions characterized by reduced peristalsis.
• Colitis, enterocolitis of various origins.
• Conditions characterized by diarrhea, inflammatory manifestations of the liver tissue.
• Pathology of the respiratory system, including tuberculosis infection.
• Inflammatory changes in the organs of the urine excretion system.
• Diseases associated with metabolic disorders.
• Cardiac pathology, atherosclerotic phenomena.
• Gynecological diseases, severe menstrual bleeding.
• Varicose disease.
• Autoimmune diseases and pathology of connective tissue.
• Nervous disorders, sleep disorders.

Pharmaceutical characterization

The plant is part of the following drugs:

1. Grass. It is produced by the pharmaceutical industry in the form of a dry herbal composition. Infusions and decoctions are prepared from it, has a wide scope.
2. Elixir of Gynex. It has the character of a multicomponent homeopathic preparation. It treats a range of pathological conditions. Including used as a means to prevent hair loss. Elixir is a rather effective prophylactic for cancer of the mammary glands and uterus.
3. Gyneconorm. Available in the form of herbal phytocapsules. Indications for use are a disturbed menstrual cycle and pathology of the urine excretion system.

Prescription Compounds

Herbal infusion
Dry grass in the amount of one tablespoon is brewed with boiling water in the volume of one glass. The composition is infused for 4 hours. After that, it must be filtered. Infusion is used as a compress, lotion. He washed long non-healing ulcers. The composition is added to the water for bathing. They can treat the face, if there are youthful acne. If the throat or sinuses become inflamed, the infusion can be used as a rinse.

It is quite suitable for the treatment of hemorrhoids. In this case, the introduction of a tampon moistened with infusion into the lumen of the anus is shown. If nasal or internal hemorrhages, too intense menstruation are disturbing, ingestion is indicated. This is done before meals several times a day. The presence of anti-inflammatory properties in the plant allows its use in ulcerative processes in the digestive tract. The composition can be applied to those women who decide to lose weight. However, this should be combined with dosed physical activity.

Fresh flowers for infusion
For one glass of boiling water, you need to add fresh flowers in the amount of one tablespoon. Infusion is carried out for an hour. Indications for use are various bleeding. Exceptions are not situations associated with heavy menstruation.

Preparation of alcohol tincture
Alcohol in an amount of 500 ml is mixed with dry grass in an amount of 50 g. The composition then stands in a dark place for 14 days. Tincture is indicated for oral administration. A single dosage involves the use of tincture in the amount of one teaspoon. This is done before eating. Indication for use is the pathology of the digestive tract, and urinary system.

A plant in the form of a decoction
Raw materials in the amount of three tablespoons are added to half a liter of water. Boiling is carried out on low heat. The exposure is 10 minutes. Used for external use. Wounds that do not heal ulcers for a long time are washed with broth. You can use a compress with a decoction or lotion. In this way, it is very good to eliminate the phenomena associated with cellulite. In the presence of inflammatory processes in the digestive tract, the decoction is taken orally. A single dose of it is 50 ml. With the help of a decoction, insomnia can be easily eliminated.

Broth and grape wine
This prescription composition was invented for a long time and is successfully used for therapeutic correction of various pathological conditions. To red dry grape wine is added dry medicinal raw materials in the amount of 15 g. Grape wine is taken in the amount of half a liter. On low heat, the composition should stand for 5 minutes. At one time, one or two tablespoons of the decoction is taken. Do this three times a day. Admission will improve sputum discharge, will help with tuberculosis infection. It will save a decoction from diarrhea and heart pain, dropsy and metabolic disorders.

Preparation of gruel for the treatment of inflammatory skin processes
The leaves of the plant are pre-crushed. Then they are put in a bag, and it is applied to the wound surface. You can use dry leaves, but first they should be doused with boiling water.

Steamed leaves for the treatment of dislocations
Using leaves, you can cook a delicious vitamin salad. This will require young fresh leaves of the plant. They should be placed in boiling water for several minutes. Then they are rinsed with cold running water. The composition can be supplemented with young onions, spinach, salad. As a gas station, what is more preferred is used.

Tea for Women's Health
To a quarter liter water is added dry grass in the amount of one tablespoon. The composition should be kept warm for 15 minutes. Take half a cup of tea at a time. Do this several times a day. With the use of such a drink, a woman begins to feel much better. In addition, the menstrual cycle normalizes, the skin becomes younger. The drink is indicated for women during breastfeeding, as it is able to increase milk production. The drink is recommended during the period of increasing the epidemic threshold for colds, as it helps to strengthen immunity.

An integrated approach is required to treat skin manifestations. In this case, tea is taken orally, rubbing the affected areas of the skin with the juice of the plant, or with alcohol tincture. The treatment is supplemented by taking baths with the addition of a decoction of the plant to the water.

Contraindications

To date, no contraindications to the use of cuffs in home therapy have been identified. However, when taking large doses in unlimited quantities - diarrhea may appear.

Anyone who has decided to start treatment with a cuff should consult a doctor without fail. It is always necessary to remember cases of individual intolerance.

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