"Nine-forces", "divos" - this is how people call a plant, which became famous for its healing qualities as far back as "gray antiquity". The Latin name of deväsila - Inula helenium - causes controversy among scientists: some believe that it comes from the name of Helios - the Greek god of the Sun, others believe that the name of the plant indicates its characteristic habitat, from helenium (literally - Dubrovnik). The only thing that all opponents have no doubt about is the unique healing properties of the elecampane.

Nard high, more precisely, its root, is entered in the register of medicinal raw materials in many countries of the world. Elecampane has many "relatives" who also have medicinal properties, which, however, are ignored in scientific circles, but are actively used by traditional healers. AT traditional medicine  used: British, Japanese, Ivolithic, large-leaved and some other species.

Preparation of rhizomes of elecampane

For medicinal needs, rhizomes are harvested from plants aged at least 3 years. Digging the roots is carried out at the end of the growing season of the plant, or in early spring, as soon as the rosette of leaves appears. Cleared from the ground, the roots are cut into pieces and sent for drying. It is possible to dry the roots of elecampane in electric furnaces, as well as indoors, by strung on a wire or twine.

The chemical composition of therapeutic raw materials

Essential oil contained in the roots of the devyala has a high biological activity and causes medicinal use plants. Organic acids such as acetic acid and benzoic acid, which are known to be excellent preservatives, are also found in the roots, as they have a detrimental effect on yeast and mold fungi and bacteria. The root of elecampane contains up to 45% of the polysaccharide inulin, which, in fact, received the name from the Latin name of the plant Inula.

Pharmacological properties of inula

Essential oil extracted from the roots of deviacill, has a beneficial effect on intestinal motility, showing anti-inflammatory and binding effect. In addition, the essential oil of deviacilla is detrimental for some types of worms, and also has an antiseptic effect, stopping putrefactive processes.

Drugs based on the roots of deviacilla have light choleretic properties and increase diuresis (urination).

Since ancient times, the roots of virgin have been used in the treatment of catarrhal diseases, as they have an expectorant effect, diluting viscous mucus in the bronchi. For the treatment of acute and chronic diseases of the upper respiratory tract, root devyasila is used in scientific medicine, together with and Althea (chest tea No. 9).

The anthelmintic properties of the essential oil of elecampane allow it to be used for ascariasis, dwarf chain invasions, to expel bovine and porcine tapeworm. It is noteworthy that in relation to ascaris, the essential oil is more active (stronger by 25 times) than the toxic santonin.

The pharmaceutical industry produces the drug "Alanton", which has shown high efficacy in the treatment of ulcerations of the gastric and intestinal mucosa. The drug accelerates tissue regeneration, has an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, helps to strengthen the capillaries.

Medicinal properties of elecampane in folk medicine

The oncologists also paid attention to the roots of the deväsila - they are used in the treatment of certain types of stomach cancer and other internal organsand also use in complex treatment  leukemia.

Methods of application of the inula

- Decoction of rhizomes. On 250 ml of water - 20 g of roots of elecampane, cook at a moderate boil for 10 minutes, then insist for 4 hours. It is taken as an expectorant, and is also prescribed for the treatment gastrointestinal diseases. The multiplicity of reception - up to 4 times a day, half an hour before meals, 1 - 2 st.l.

- Decoction in wine. Preparing the drug by boiling roots devyasila in port. For half a liter of wine - 20 g of raw materials, cook for 10 - 15 minutes, strain after cooling. The tool has a tonic and restorative effect. Take 50 ml 2 - 3 times a day.

- Broth for external use. 1 liter of water - 100 g fresh roots, boil for 5 minutes, insist for 1 hour. Used in the form of gargling, for washing and bathing.

- Infusion. Prepared by "cold infusion" 1 tsp. dry rhizomes in 250 ml of chilled, pre-boiled water; duration of infusion - 8 - 10 hours. Take up to 4 times a day, 50 ml. Indications for use: diarrhea, hypertension, hemorrhoids, gastrointestinal diseases.

- Tincture. Prepared from fresh roots and alcohol (96% strength) in the ratio of 1: 5. Insist 2 - 3 weeks. Take 10 drops. it remedy  used for malaria and other diseases of infectious nature, accompanied by fever.

- Cognac tincture. Pour fresh, chopped roots of elecampane (30 g) with brandy (0.5 l) and leave in a dark place for 40 days. Take 25 - 30 drops several times a day (2 - 3). Folk healers recommend the drug for the treatment of impotence.

- Tea. It is recommended to take for the prevention of colds, as well as an antitussive. The collection is prepared from the roots elecampane and primrose roots in the ratio of 20: 15: 5. On a glass of cold water - 1 tbsp. herbal blend. Heat to boil, hold for about a minute and drink warm, sweetened with honey if necessary.

Side effects and contraindications

Contraindications in the treatment of drugs devyasila not identified, however, some patients may allergic reactions  on the components of the essential oil (individual intolerance). Side effectsexpressed in the form of nausea, vomiting and stomach pain are possible with an overdose.

Plant description

What treats nagging?

Roots and rhizomes

• expectorant;
• diaphoretic;
• diuretic;
• antiseptic;
• wound healing;
• anti-inflammatory;
• pain killer;
• blood purifying.

• bronchitis;
• gastrointestinal tract diseases;
• liver disease;
• skin diseases;
• violation of the menstrual cycle;
• anemia;
• hemorrhoids;
• diabetes mellitus (namely, the roots of deviacilla contain the chemical substance inulin, which replaces sugar and starch for diabetics);
• gastritis;
• cholecystitis;
• ulcer;
• hypertension;
• whooping cough.

Flowers

In addition, the flowers of this plant are used in the treatment of the following diseases:

• bronchiectasis;
• bronchial asthma;
• throat diseases;
• migraine;
• violation of cerebral circulation;

Leaves

• diseases of the oral mucosa;
• diseases of the digestive system;
• dermatomycosis;

Collection and storage

Important!  Blackened, dead and even slightly damaged by pests roots can not be used.

The raw material prepared as described above is dried for several days in the open air, and then dried in a warm, but at the same time well-ventilated room (you can resort to using a dryer, the temperature in which should not be more than 40 degrees).

Medicinal raw materials are stored in bags, wooden or glass containers for not more than three years.

Composition and properties of elecampane

Properties of inulin and inulenina:

• improved absorption of vitamins and minerals;
• normalization of lipid metabolism, thereby reducing the risk of developing various cardiovascular diseases;
• immunity strengthening;
• improvement of intestinal microflora;
• activation of the hematopoietic system, which contributes to the removal of both heavy metal salts and radionuclides;
• normalization of the digestive tract;
• stimulation of contractility of the intestinal wall, which significantly speeds up the process of excretion of toxins from the body, eliminating and;
• lowering sugar levels in diabetics.

• obesity;
• atherosclerosis;
• ischemia;
• myocardial infarction;
• kidney disease;
• diabetes.

Saponins
  Properties of saponins:

• increased secretion of bronchial glands;
• stimulation of the cough center;
• regulation of water-salt and mineral exchanges;
• increased activity of hormones;
• removal of inflammation.

Resins
  In medicine they are used as bactericidal, laxative and bacteriostatic agents.

Gum  - this substance has the following properties:

• reduces irritation provoked by certain medicinal substances;
• reduces cholesterol;
• reduces appetite;
• removes toxins.

• astringent;
• expectorant;
• enveloping;
• anti-inflammatory.

Acetic acid
  In medicine, this type of organic acid is used as an anti-inflammatory and astringent in the treatment of the following diseases:

• polyarthritis;
• radiculitis;
• alcohol poisoning.

1 tbsp. 500 ml of vodka is poured on the dry crushed roots of the elecampane, then the product is infused until the appearance of a yellowish color. Accepted tincture of 25 drops, four times a day.

In addition, this recipe is shown in these conditions:

• diseases of the digestive tract, accompanied by the release of mucus;
• high blood pressure;
• skin diseases (as a blood-purifying agent).

Nine Forces Syrup

• increases overall body tone;
• activates immunity;
trophic ulcers  lower leg, as well as nonhealing wounds.

Tea

Tea from this plant softens cough and has a slight antispasmodic effect, due to which it is used to treat cough, asthma and whooping cough.

For tea 1 tbsp. Rhizomes of elecampane are poured with 250 ml of boiling water, after which tea is infused for 15 minutes. When treating cough and asthma, tea can be sweetened with honey. Drink no more than four times a day, 250 ml at a time.

Ointment

The ointment is used in the treatment of various skin diseases, for healing and eliminating wounds. Note that the ointment of deviasil must be prepared in small portions, and stored in the refrigerator.

For the preparation of ointment 1 tbsp. powdered devyasila roots mixed with 5 tbsp. unsalted fat, after which the resulting mass is boiled for 15 minutes, and filtered through a dense fabric while hot. Ointment should be lubricated affected areas once a day, until there is no improvement, and then for two - three days it is recommended to wash the affected areas with warm decoction from the roots of elecampane.

Extract of elecampane

Extract of elecampane is used as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for such diseases:
• bronchitis;
• pneumonia;
• bronchial asthma;
• gastritis;
• peptic ulcer disease;
• diseases of the liver, kidneys, and gall bladder;
• gynecological inflammatory diseases;
• menopause;
  Pharmaceutical extract of deviacela is taken in 5-10 drops per 250 ml of water, three times a day, half an hour before eating food (you can also add drops to juice, compote and warm tea). Outwardly given dosage form  used for rinsing, irrigation, and compresses in the treatment of skin lesions and mucous membranes, for which 20 to 30 drops of extract are added to a glass of warm water.

Powder out of elecampane

Shown in the following diseases:
water tightly closed with a lid and infused for about 10 hours. Drink an infusion of a third glass, slightly warmed (you can add to the infusion a small amount of  honey).

Decoction of hypertension
Equal number mixed roots of elecampane and flowers of tansy. 1 tsp 400 ml of boiling water is poured over the mixture, after which the product is kept in a water bath for an hour and a half. Accepted 150 ml three times a day, two hours before meals.

Tincture of senile sclerosis
  50 g of dry roots of a plant are filled with 500 ml of vodka, and then the product is infused for three weeks. Tincture is accepted on 1 tsp. four times a day before eating. On one course of treatment will require about 1.5 liters of tincture. It is possible to repeat the course of treatment in a month.

Decoction of stomatitis
  1 tbsp. The roots of the elecampane are poured with 250 ml of water, boiled for 5 minutes, and then infused for another 4 hours in a warm place. Drink medicine 1 tbsp. four times a day, 25 minutes before meals.

Tincture from atherosclerosis
  25 g of dry roots of devyasila must be placed in a dark container, in which half a glass of alcohol is added. The tincture is infused for 20 days (always in a dark place), then filtered, mixed in half with alcohol tincture  propolis and taken 30 drops, not more than three times a day.

Decoction of arthritis
  120 g of fresh raw materials (roots of elecampane) are poured over 1 liter of water, then the raw materials are boiled for 15 minutes, infused, filtered and mixed with warm water. The decoction is used as a bath for sore joints of both arms and legs. The temperature of the water should not exceed 38 degrees.

Elecampane: medicinal properties and folk recipes - video

Elecampus is a unique plant. In folk medicine, flowers, stems, leaves are used, but the roots and rhizomes of elecampane are considered the most valuable.

There are many recipes from deviacs for preparing tinctures, decoctions, compresses that can be used for men, women and children in the treatment of many diseases. But before use, you definitely need to learn about useful medicinal properties  and contraindications of this miracle herb and how to take a diaper in what norms and proportions to use its grass, flowers and roots for the preparation of medicines.

Most often in folk medicine, the plant nyasil is used high, but in some countries they also use British, Japanese, willow, large-leaved.

Nard on the healing properties of a plant

If, in general, to begin to describe the beneficial properties of the herb nyasil, then we can conclude that this medicinal plant can cure 50% of human ailments.

Since ancient times, folk healers have found that root devyasila in the shortest possible time helps to restore strength, heals wounds, copes with indigestion and magically affects the overall health.

Currently, the medicinal properties of the devyasila are studied in more detail, so this plant is given special attention, not only when it comes to coughing in a child, but also to treat a large range of serious diseases.

Grass and root devyala: medicinal properties

The most valuable substance found in the roots of elecampane is the essential oil.. That it has a high biological activity, which determines the use of plants in traditional medicine.

In the roots also there are acetic and benzoic organic acidsrepresenting excellent preservatives. Also root of elecampane contains 45% inulin  - polysaccharide, which is an excellent prebiotic. Significant content of tocopherol (vitamin E)  in the virgin, has a beneficial effect on the aging process, pushing it away.

The combination of these substances has an impact on various organ systems, leads to their cure and recovery.

Cough syrup: how to take and cook

In the case of a strong or prolonged cough prepare tea or decoction of the root of the elecampane. Take 1 teaspoon and pour boiling water over it, bring the mixture to a boil and let it stand under the lid for 2-3 hours. Take a decoction of devayasila need to be warm 6-7 times a day and 1 tablespoon. Honey can be added to the composition of this tea - this will enhance the therapeutic effect of the medicine. The root of elecampane helps reduce mucus and reject it from the lungs.

Also in pharmacies, you can buy a chest collection with cough rhizomes “Rhizomes and roots” - brew and drink it according to the instructions. The composition of such a collection additionally includes - licorice root and Althea.

Nine root for cold and viral infection

In case of a cold, the root of elecampane can be taken divided into small pieces and dissolve 4-5 pieces during the day. Thus, you will provide a little help immunity in the fight against viruses and infections.

Gargling with decoction

In order to prepare a good antiseptic on the basis of deviacil, it is necessary to pour 50 grams of chopped root or flowers of the plant with 2 cups of water and allow the solution to boil. Insist the composition for 1 hour and apply for gargling as necessary.

Elecampile for immunity

• Elecampane and wild rose . Tea from the root and flowers of elecampane with the addition of wild rose and other herbs - perfectly strengthens immune system  person Take 2 teaspoons of crushed mixture of flowers and root of elecampane and the same amount of chopped rosehip, then add 1 teaspoon of St. John's wort and oregano and cover with 2 cups boiling water, bring it to a boil and leave for 1 hour. Add to tea with each tea for 10 days. After three months, prophylaxis can be repeated again.
• Braga of elecampane and honey   - a good reducing agent. It not only accelerates metabolic processes in the body, but also strengthens the immune system. Prepare it as follows. In a 3-liter jar you need to pour a handful of the roots of the elecampane, add 0.5 liters of honey and 100 grams of yeast. Fill the jar with warm water leaving 7 cm unfilled to the neck. At the neck you need to wear a rubber glove, after making punctures on the fingers. It remains to remove the jar in a dark place, and wait for the end of fermentation. After which the composition should be placed in the refrigerator and take 0.5 cups in the morning and evening before meals. Apply the course - once every six months.
• Broth on wine. This fortifying agent based on the root of the elecample perfectly restores and stimulates the body. To prepare it, you need to take half a liter of sweet red wine (preferably made at home), add 35 grams of chopped root and boil for 2 minutes on a weak boil. Turn off the heat and let it brew for 10-15 minutes. Take the medicine 2-3 times a day, 50 ml. Repeat the course no more than 3 times a year, lasting no more than 5-7 days.

Recipe for diarrhea and constipation

The leaves and stems of the devyala contain a natural prebiotic, tannins, and also exhibit antiseptic properties. These qualities have a positive effect on the gastrointestinal tract and help smoothing the digestive process.

Dean herb decoction   in the shortest possible time can eliminate indigestion or constipation. It is enough to brew 1 teaspoon of dry raw materials of elecampane with 1 cup of boiling water and let it brew for 30 minutes. Infusion need to drink 1 tablespoon every 2 hours during the day.

Medicinal properties of elecampane

Essential oil of elecampane is excellent cope with the problem of worms The child has. To prepare the medication, take 1 teaspoon of crushed roots of elecample, pour a glass of boiled, cooled water. Insist eight hours in a sealed container. Drink 1/4 cup four times a day for 20 minutes before meals. Prevention and treatment of this tool should be carried out 3 times a year.

Elecampane: healing properties for men

Very often, folk healers recommend the use of patches to improve potency. To prepare a similar medicine for men, 30 grams of fresh, shredded roots of elecampane must be poured over brandy and left in a dark place for 40 days. Take 25 - 30 drops - several times a day. Treatment should be continued for 7-10 days, after which a break of 2 months should be taken, after a repeated course again.

It is important to know how and when you need to collect the virgin. How to harvest the root and dry the grass, as well as to have information about which plants are most valuable and suitable for the treatment of diseases.

Medicinal properties of virgin for women

There are cases when women know the property of elecampane to strengthen the contractions of the uterus and apply it when delaying menstruation or with small secretions during menstruation.

According to reviews collected on the Internet, this method of terminating pregnancy in the early stages does not bring good results, but only provokes health problems. But to stimulate menstrual flow   can give the desired result, but again, individually.

Recipe: 1 teaspoon of crushed rhizomes and flowers of a plant should be poured with 1 glass of water and drinking 1/3 cup 3 times a day for the entire period of menstruation.

Contraindications to the use of elecampane

• Taking drugs from a plant is contraindicated for those suffering from diseases of the kidneys, heart and pregnant women. With an overdose of broth, symptoms of poisoning may occur.
• Elecampagne should not be taken with excessive blood viscosity and intestinal diseases with atopic constipation of a chronic nature. As well as people who have allergic reactions to the components of the essential oil.

Collecting and harvesting elecampane

For medicinal needs, rhizomes are harvested from plants aged at least 3 years, as young plants contain smaller amounts useful properties.

Root. Digging should be done at the end of the growing season of the plant, that is, in the fall, or in early spring, when the plant had the first rosette of leaves. Digging out plants should take into account the possibility of further growth of the plant, so for every 10-12 square meters. need to leave one powerful bush. After digging up the roots of the devyasila it is necessary to wash with water, cut into cups or plates and put on the canvas for drying and drying in the sun. Usually this process takes 2-3 days. After that, the roots need to bring in a ventilated room and leave for complete drying. It is not recommended to dry the roots in an electric dryer or oven, as under the influence of high temperature  Nines loses a significant proportion of useful properties.

The grass is nagged high. Flowers, stems, leaves of elecampus are harvested in mid-August. For harvesting you need to cut off the ground part of the plant and prepare for drying. It is necessary to dry the grass of the elecampane correctly, that is, to avoid direct sunlight. Most often, these raw materials are dried under a canopy, tying the grass in a bun and dropping the flower down, or you can dry the grass, lining the raw material in a single layer on paper or fabric. The optimal shelf life is 1 year.

Elecampus - medicinal shrub-shaped plant up to 2 meters high with elongated leaves, pointed at the ends, dense straight stem and flowers of yellow or orange color.

The most common is nines near water bodies, on meadows, in quarries or ditches.

With increasing age, the plant accumulates a large number of useful properties. The best choice  - plants from 2-3 years.

Collecting and harvesting

The roots of the plant harvested in early spring or in the autumn.

For harvesting, the devysil is dug, gently shake off excess ground, remove the rhizome and stem, the root is thoroughly washed in cold water.

It is impossible to use for therapeutic purposes damaged by pests, dead and blackened roots.

Roots are stored in bags, containers made of glass or wood for 3 years.

Chemical composition

The root of the plant has a pronounced specific aroma and bitter taste.

Healing properties due to wide spectrum  useful components in the composition:

Calorie plants - 15 kcal.

The energy value of the devyasila:

Beneficial features

Due to its rich composition of unique substances, root devyasila has the following actions:

Use in traditional medicine

Root based tools medicinal plant  used in various pathologies and diseases:

1. Bronchial asthma.
2. Tuberculosis.
3. Bronchitis.
4. Pneumonia.
5. Diseases of the liver and gastrointestinal tract ().
6. Skin diseases.
7. Anemia.
8. Diabetes ().
9. Disorders of the menstrual cycle.
10. Hemorrhoids.
11. Colitis
12. Gastritis.
13. Whooping cough.
14. Ulcer.
15. Cholecystitis.
16. Hypertension.
17. Pancreatitis.
18. Epilepsy.
19. Migraine.

The root of the plant is usually used for making infusions and decoctions, ointments or as an additive to regular tea.

How to make a balm

300 grams of fresh plant roots are added to 1 liter of water and boiled for 20 minutes.
  The resulting mixture is carefully filtered and supplemented with ½ cup of apple juice and 150 grams of sugar.
  The balm is recommended to be used chilled for 1 month before meals 3 times a day, 3 tablespoons.

The tool has a tonic effect and contributes to the prevention of various diseases.

Recipe tincture

1 tablespoon of the roots of elecampa in dry form is mixed with 500 grams of vodka.
  The mixture should be infused until a yellowish tint appears. Tincture is applied 4 times a day, 25 drops.

The tool is effectively used in diseases of the stomach.

Water infusion

1 tablespoon of the dry crushed root of the plant is poured with cool boiled water in a volume of 250 ml, the healing mass is drawn for 8 hours and filtered thoroughly and consumed 50 ml before meals 4 times a day.

Infusion is used:

• for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (read about the therapeutic diet for stomach ulcers),
• high blood pressure
• with diarrhea (),
• skin diseases
• tuberculosis and bronchitis.

What helps decoction

In 15 grams of crushed roots of deviacela, 200 ml of water are added in dry form, boil everything for 20-30 minutes, filter and use as an expectorant, antihelminthic, diuretic and choleretic 3 times a day, 1 tablespoon.

For anti-inflammatory effects on the body, the decoction is prepared as follows:

• on 1 liter of water take 100 grams of plant roots,
• boil for 4 hours.

Used for rubbing or as an additive in the bath.

Healing oil

100 grams of chopped dry root is mixed with 1 liter of vegetable oil and infused for 2 weeks under the influence of sunlight.

The oil is indispensable for non-healing long-term wounds on the skin.

Simple tea

1 tablespoon of dry root of the elecampane is dissolved in 250 ml of boiling water, drawn for 15 minutes and taken up to 4 times per day, 250 ml.
  If desired, you can add a little tea.

Medicinal tea is useful for asthma, whooping cough and cough.

Ointment on fat

Unsalted fat is mixed with chopped root devyasila in the ratio of 5: 1.
  The resulting composition is boiled for 15 minutes and filter through the fabric.

The ointment is effective for skin diseases, wounds and burns.
  It is recommended to apply the agent to the affected places once a day.

Contraindications

Remedies based on a medicinal plant are not recommended for use in the following cases:

• cardiac abnormalities;
• kidney disease;
• scanty menstruation;
• pregnancy due to the high risk of interruption;
• intestinal diseases characterized by constipation;
• excessive blood viscosity;
• individual intolerance to the components of the plant in the composition.

Decoction and infusion of the roots of elecampus should not be used for people with gastritis, which is expressed by low acidity.

Perhaps the use of plants for children and the elderly.

Side effects

If you exceed the dosages of elecampane, symptoms of poisoning may appear:

• general weakness and malaise;
• increased drooling;
• vomiting and nausea;
• allergic reaction;
• slow breathing.

Preparations based on the root of the plant should be used only after consulting a doctor.

We offer to watch a short video dedicated to healing properties  roots devyasila. What helps and recipes means.

The healing properties of elecampane are known for a long time. For therapeutic purposes, rhizomes and roots of grass of 2–3 years of age are more often used.

They have a wide range of effects, the drugs of them are used as a blood-purifying, expectorant, diuretic, diaphoretic, wound-healing, antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory drug.

Preparations from rhizomes and roots are used in bronchial asthma, bronchitis, tuberculosis, pneumonia, liver diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, menstrual disorders, skin diseases, hemorrhoids, anemia, diabetes mellitus, colitis, gastritis in mild form, ulcer, cholecystitis, hypertension, pancreatitis, migraines, whooping cough, epilepsy.

Medicines from elecampane have a spicy bitter-hot taste and a peculiar herbal aroma.

Side effects in compliance with the dosage practically does not occur, so taking drugs on the basis of elecampane is not contraindicated in children and the elderly.

Root elecampane properties

The properties of the root of the actuator are determined by its constituent substances:

- Inulenin and inulin. Improve the absorption of beneficial microelements, minerals and vitamins; restore lipid metabolism (reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases); activate blood formation processes (remove radionuclides and salts of heavy metals); strengthen the immune system; stimulate the contractile ability of the intestine (eliminate diarrhea, constipation, remove toxins); reduce sugar levels in diabetes.

Saponins. Increase the secretion of the bronchial glands; excite the cough center; stimulates hormonal activity; regulates mineral and water-salt metabolism; relieves inflammation; serve as a laxative and diuretic.

Resins They have a laxative, bactericidal and bacteriostatic effect.

Gum Reduces irritation after taking the medication; reduces cholesterol; removes toxins; reduces appetite.

Slime . It has expectorant, astringent, anti-inflammatory, enveloping action.

- Acetic acid. Astringent and anti-inflammatory agent for radiculitis, polyarthritis, pleurisy, herpes, alcohol poisoning, pediculosis.

- Benzoic acid. In medicine, it is known as a good antifungal and antiseptic external skin remedy. Benzoic acid salts have an expectorant effect.

Alkaloids. They have antispasmodic, analgesic, hemostatic, hypotensive, sedative effect.

Vitamin E. Resolves or prevents blood clots; improves fertility; reduces or eliminates hot flashes during menopause; reduces the risk of scarring; heals the skin.

- Gelenin Essential Oil. It has sedative, bactericidal, antiseptic, analgesic properties. Stimulates the nervous system; relieves cough by increasing the separation of mucus; restores the cardiovascular system; It has a beneficial effect on the secretory and motor function of the gastrointestinal tract.

Manganese Activates the formation of bone and connective tissue; regulates lipid metabolism; increases the transformation and absorption of carbohydrates; participates in the synthesis of thyroxin (thyroid hormone); regulates insulin synthesis; normalizes the nervous system.

Magnesium. Removes toxins; eliminates inflammation; normalizes the cardiovascular activity and the parathyroid glands; strengthens the skeleton; controls body temperature; normalizes the function of the nervous tissue; serves as a prevention of kidney stones.

Potassium. Eliminates swelling, restores water balance; stimulates the production of vital enzymes; normalizes pressure; warns atherosclerosis; removes slags; relieves spasms; increases physical endurance.

Calcium. Controls the nervous system; normalizes heart activity; regulates acid-base and water balance; reduces the permeability of the walls of blood vessels; stimulates the function of certain hormones and enzymes and the release of insulin.

Iron Participates in the formation of hemoglobin; the synthesis of thyroid hormones; creating vital enzymes; protect the body from harmful bacteria.

- Vitamin C. Takes part in the regenerative and oxidative processes of cell respiration; increases capillary permeability; strengthens the immune system; involved in the development and growth bone tissue; stimulates adrenal hormones.

- Bitter substances. Slow down fermentation; regulate blood sugar; normalize metabolism; beneficial effect on the bowels; restore acid-base balance and kidney function.

Flavonoids. Soothe; reduce the fragility of the capillaries; enhance the effects of vitamin C .; have antitumor, choleretic, anti-ulcer, sedative, hemostatic effect.

Pectin. At the same time, it softens side effects when exposed to drugs and enhances their medicinal properties. It reduces cholesterol, restores metabolism, binds and removes harmful substances.

Root elecampane application

In August - September or in early spring, intact rhizomes and roots are harvested. They should be cleaned from the ground, ground part and thin roots. After thorough washing in cold water, the raw material is divided into pieces of 10 to 15 cm in length. Next, the resulting parts are dried in the open air for several days. They must then be dried in a well-ventilated, warm room. Finished medicinal raw materials are stored in glass or wooden containers, bags. Shelf life - 3 years.

From rhizomes and roots of elecampus make different drugs:

Balm Preventive and tonic. Method of preparation: small pieces of fresh raw materials (300 g) are boiled in 1 liter of ordinary water for 20 minutes (or shredded dry roots (50 g) are boiled for 25 minutes). Then the broth is filtered and replenished with 150 g of sugar and 0.5 cups of apple juice. The cooled balsam should be taken in 3 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day before meals. The duration of therapy is 1 month.

Tincture. It is used for pain in the stomach. Method of preparation: in 500 g of vodka is added 1 tbsp. spoon crushed dry roots. The mixture is drawn until a yellowish color appears. Tincture is recommended to take 25 cap. 4 times a day.

Decoction. Used as an antihelminthic, expectorant, choleretic and diuretic. Method of preparation: in 200 ml of water add 15 g of crushed dry roots. The mixture is boiled for 30 minutes, then filtered. Should be taken in the form of heat, 1 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day. As an anti-inflammatory agent, a decoction of 100 g of roots and 1 liter of water, boiled for 4 hours, is used for rubbing or added to the bath.

Infusion. Effective drug for diarrhea, gastrointestinal diseases (with mucus secretion), skin diseases, high pressure, if necessary, improvement of expectoration, bronchitis, tuberculosis. Method of preparation: 250 ml of boiled cold water is poured over 1 tbsp. spoon crushed dry root, then means insist 8 hours and filter. The infusion is taken 25 minutes before a meal, 50 ml 4 times a day.

- Nine Forces Syrup  sold in a pharmacy as an immunomodulatory, tonic and stimulant. In syrup except devyasila present: Leuzea, pink radio, St. John's wort, forgotten kopeck, forgotten pine buds, hips, calamus, nettle leaves. It is recommended to take adults for 1 tbsp. spoon during meals 2 times a day. Duration of therapy 2 - 3 weeks.

Butter . Apply with long non-healing wounds  and in the treatment of trophic leg ulcers. Method of preparation: 1 l of vegetable oil is poured 100 g of chopped dry root, then insist under the sun for 15 days.

Tea It has a small antispasmodic effect, softens cough. Prescribed for the treatment of whooping cough, asthma and cough. Method of preparation: 250 g of boiling water poured 1 tbsp. spoon crushed dry roots. After insisting 15 minutes and drink 250 ml up to 4 times a day. You can add honey if you are treating asthma or cough.

Ointment. Eliminates burns, heals wounds, reduces scars formed during healing, helps with skin diseases. Method of preparation: mix 1 tbsp. a spoonful of dry roots pounded to powder and 5 tbsp. spoons of unsalted bacon. Next, the resulting mass is boiled for 15 minutes and filtered through a cloth (the mass should not cool down). It is required to lubricate the affected areas with ointment 1 time per day until a noticeable improvement occurs, then for 2 to 3 days, the affected skin area should be washed with warm broth.

Extract Used with pneumonia; bronchitis; gastritis; asthma; diseases of the kidneys, liver, gallbladder; peptic ulcer disease; gynecological diseases  with inflammatory processes; pyoderma; menopause; enuresis. The product is sold in a pharmacy. The recommended dose of extract 5 - 10 drops in 250 g of water, drink 3 times a day, half an hour before meals. Possible external use for irrigation, rinsing, compresses.

Powder. Assign with cholecystitis, hypertension, colitis, hepatitis, ulcer, hemorrhoids, duodenitis, gastritis. Powder inside is taken 2 times a day before meals, then you should drink a sufficient amount of water.

Pills . Shown in diseases of the lungs, respiratory system, kidney, gastrointestinal organs. Often tablets are used in the treatment of skin and gynecological diseases. According to the instructions, they must be taken before meals (40 minutes), 2 pcs. 3 times a day. Duration of treatment from 10 days to 1 month.

All possible drugs with root devyasila and diseases in which they are used do not count. In addition to the treatment of serious diseases, the plant is used in the field of cosmetology to improve the skin and hair. It is also recommended to take drugs on the basis of deviacil in combination with diets for effective weight loss (this appointment is based on the diuretic properties of the plant).

Root elecampane cause monthly

In the field of gynecology, nines are prescribed to get rid of painful menstruation, suspension or termination breastfeeding, stimulation of the functions of the uterus and ovaries, the establishment of a normal menstrual cycle, the treatment of diseases of the reproductive system, inflammatory nature.

With the delay of the monthly decoction of the rhizomes and roots of the devyasila causes menstruation after several applications. This is due to high content  vitamin C, which strengthens and normalizes the blood formation process.

In order not to start severe bleeding, you must strictly adhere to the dosage. It is considered safe to take 100 ml per day (the dose should be divided equally into 2 doses).

Preparation of broth for causing monthly: 300 ml of boiling water is poured 1 tbsp. spoon rhizomes and roots. After this, the broth must be boiled for another 5 minutes. Then the broth should wrap and insist 25 minutes. After straining, you can take 50 ml twice a day.

This decoction is also effective in pains that accompany the descent of the uterus.

Part of the elecampane includes mucus essential oils  and saponins, which provide its anti-inflammatory, mucus secreting, antispasmodic, astringent and expectorant action. These properties make the preparations of the roots an indispensable tool for acute, chronic cough. After ingestion, viscous mucus is diluted and excreted from the body with sputum.

With bronchial asthma and bronchitis, the body is greatly weakened, bitter substances of the elecampane have a positive effect on the immune system, on the state of the body as a whole.

Preparation of cough broth: 300 ml of boiling water pour 1.5 tbsp. spoons of crushed rhizomes and roots. The resulting mixture is brought to a boil, then simmered over low heat for 15 minutes (not longer). Next, the broth should be cooled, drain. The finished product is recommended to take every 3 hours for 3 hours. Spoons.

Root devyasila contraindications

The use of drugs from the root of elecampane for heart diseases, impaired renal function and other kidney diseases, excessive blood viscosity, poor menstruation, bowel disease with a symptom in the form of constipation, gastritis, pregnancy, and individual intolerance to the plant is excluded.

In case of overdose, poisoning occurs with relevant signs: weakness, drooling, nausea, cardiac abnormalities, allergic reactions, slowing breathing, vomiting.

Root elecampane price

The root of elecampane can be collected independently. In pharmacies it sells for 3.9 - 11.21 hryvnia.

Root elecampane reviews

Elizabeth

Every summer I spent in the village with my grandmother. We have there just a lot of devyasila growing, and the locals came up with a lot of recipes based on it. It always helps, I have not heard even once that I let someone down. As a child, I was treated for everything from a cold, cough, and abrasions. Women often take decoction regularly to restore female health. I, too, sometimes living in the city, grandmother weed brewed according to her secret recipes. From many ailments can save, do not even hesitate.