Pine nuts tincture - medicinal properties and application

Tincture of pine nuts has long been very popular not only in Siberia itself, which is the birthplace of Siberian cedar, but also far beyond its borders. The recipe for this drug was carefully stored and passed on from generation to generation. The tincture was used to treat a variety of various ailments - joint pain, colds, gastrointestinal diseases, salt deposition, and many others. It is not surprising - cedar has long been considered a source of strength that can cleanse not only the body, but also the soul of a person. To understand where such miraculous properties of a tincture come from, you need to figure out what advantages the nuts themselves have, from which the remedy is prepared.

Nut Properties

Pine nuts are the seeds of some species of edible pine trees. These are Siberian, European cedars, Korean cedar, Italian pinia and other species. Seeds began to be called nuts in cooking, since it was in this field that they initially found application. However, other properties of this product were soon revealed, which allowed it to be used also in other industries, one of which is medicine.

This is not only a tasty and nutritious treat that gives strength and vitality to the body. Healing is even air where cedars grow. The kernels of nuts contain:

• amino acids;
• vitamins: A, C, E, D, groups B, P, K and others;
• trace elements, the main of which are magnesium, potassium, iodine, copper and phosphorus;
• essential oils and fatty acids;
• essential oils;
• protein and other beneficial substances.

Thanks to such a rich composition, nuts have truly miraculous properties:

• strengthening the protective properties of the body;
• improvement of blood composition, vascular condition;
• normalization of the digestive tract;
• normalization of the functioning of the nervous system, the work of internal organs;
• restoration of visual acuity;
• normalization of metabolic processes;
• improvement of cerebral circulation;
• normalization of the functions of the endocrine glands;
• normalization of blood sugar and cholesterol;
• normalization of sleep;
• oncology prevention;
• normalization of weight.

Tincture application

For medicinal purposes, various types of products are used that include nuts and other parts thereof. At the same time, tincture of nuts is considered the most effective. It is a concentrated drug used to solve many health problems:

• for the treatment of diseases of the stomach and intestines, including gastritis, ulcers;
• for healing skin lesions: cracks, wounds, cuts, abrasions, burns, bruises;
• restoration of the liver after prolonged use of drugs;
• joint diseases, gout, rheumatism;
• use of oncologists as a means of complex therapy;
• restoration of salt metabolism, prevention of salt deposition;
• purification of the circulatory and lymphatic systems;
• hearing improvement, vision restoration;
• restoration of erectile function in men;
• treatment of dermatological diseases: psoriasis, acne, trophic ulcers;
• treatment of cardiovascular disorders;
• treatment of gynecological pathologies and menopausal disorders;
• restoration of immunity.

Tincture can be used both internally and externally, used for lotions, douching. With a combination of several methods, the effectiveness of treatment is further increased.

In pharmacies, cedar tincture is almost impossible to purchase.However, it is quite possible to cook it yourself, since the drug recipes are quite simple and understandable.

How to make tincture of pine nuts

Such a tool in most cases is done with the use of alcohol or vodka. However, the tincture made with vodka is softer and tastier and more like cognac. In this case, you should know that the tincture, taken in small quantities, will bring the greatest benefit.

Consider the most popular recipes for preparing a product:

1. Classic tincture. For its preparation, take a half kilogram of nuts, which must first be washed, dried, taking away nuts with rot or mold. Prepared nuts are poured with high-quality vodka (500 ml). This solution should be kept in a dark place for two weeks, after which the infusion must be filtered, poured into a container of dark glass, and stored in a cool place. Its healing properties will remain unchanged throughout the year. By the way, the fact that the drink is ready is evidenced by the fact that the kernels inside the nuts are completely dissolved. Such a tool is used both for internal and external use.
2. Honey tincture. For its preparation, pre-peeled and dried nuts are poured with alcohol, in the previously indicated proportions, insisted for two weeks. Prepare honey syrup, for which melt 2 tbsp. tablespoons of honey in a water bath, mix with warm water. Pour alcohol tincture into the resulting syrup, stir and insist for another 7 days. Now the product must be filtered, bottled in dark glass. For taste and aroma, you can also add mint or lemon, such a drink is perfect for a festive table.
3. Tincture for external use. The proportions of the ingredients for the drug are the same - half a kilogram of nuts and half a liter of vodka. In this case, after two weeks of infusion of the solution, strain it and pour vodka again (500 ml). The second time the tincture has been infused for three weeks, after which it is filtered. Next, stir both tinctures, place the product in a container of dark glass. This tool is used to treat orthopedic pathologies, pathologies associated with age-related changes in joint tissue, rheumatological ailments, dermatological problems and to restore the integrity of the dermis when it is damaged. It should be noted that when using tinctures in compresses, the resulting solution must be diluted 1: 2 in order to prevent the appearance of burns of the skin. In addition, you should know that compresses do not apply to open areas, and even more so, to bleeding areas. This tincture can also be used for grinding.

As a rule, with internal use, therapy consists of two courses: the use of tinctures for a month or two is followed by a month's rest, after which the remedy can be repeated. Before use, it is better to dilute the tincture in water and drink before a daily meal.

When tincture is contraindicated

Despite the many useful and medicinal properties, cedar tincture has some contraindications:

1. The tool should not be taken if there is an individual intolerance to the components in the kernels of nuts.
2. With severe pathologies of the liver or diseases of the internal organs, proceeding in an acute form, since the drug carries a rather big load on the liver.
3. Children's age, pregnancy, period of breastfeeding due to alcohol content.
4. With other contraindications for drinking alcohol.

A huge number of diseases that tincture helps to cope with, allows us to call it one of the most effective natural medicines.However, it must be borne in mind that the alcohol content in this product may in some cases have a harmful effect on some organs and systems of the body. Therefore, do not forget to consult a specialist before using tinctures. In the absence of contraindications, the drug will be of great benefit to your health.

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