Plantain. Therapeutic properties and contraindications

Therapeutic properties of plantain

If we talk about the sectors in whichplantain, then, of course, the first of them worth mentioning folk medicine. From a plant cook various curative decoctions, and also make tinctures. And although in this article we will consider the medical use of plantain, for the sake of justice, it should be noted that it is used not only in this industry. So, this wonderful and multifunctional representative of the flora is often used in cosmetology and cooking.

Recalling medical usepsyllium, we should note that the plant is in demand both folk and traditional medicine. Using it as a component for a variety of medicines, pharmaceutical companies help to ensure that the positive effects of the plant can be obtained not only by connoisseurs of traditional medicine. However, this sphere is not something beyond the clouds. Therefore, having introduced you to the useful features of the plantain, we will take a more detailed look at the example of the recipe with it. And so, what diseases helps to overcome the plantain and the means made on its basis? Among such ailments are:

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  respiratory diseases;


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  cold;


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  cystitis;


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  colitis;


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  a peptic ulcer.

Speaking of respiratory diseases, you can notto miss the fact that the plantain brings relief even with oncology of the lungs and tuberculosis. Of course, in this case, one should not make a panacea out of it and expect some miracle cure from the disease, but, nevertheless, it is quite possible to count on some help.

Remembering the plantain, its medicinal properties, weshould be considered not only taking into account the effect on a particular ailment, but also the age of the patient. Almost all parents know what terrible discomfort sometimes brings a child a cold. At the same time they are ready to trust any medicine that promises a quick result. As a rule, in this case, people's methods are forgotten and recede into the background. But here the representatives of the older generation are well aware that from a grueling cough a baby can rid the honey diluted with the juice of plantain. Such a medicine will be much better and harmless than any synthetic one.

When you can not use plantain?

Above it was said that the plant can help ingetting rid of peptic ulcer. However, there is one nuance here. It is absolutely not suitable for people who are characterized by increased acidity or excessive allocation of gastric juice. In addition, you should not use plantain-based recipes when you have thrombi or clotting.

Treatment of a common cold with plantain

As noted above, the plant canused to get rid of colds. To do this, you need to grind the plantain and shift it in layers, sprinkling with sugar. The bank in which the blank was placed is closed in a cold storage room. In two months a syrup will be ready, which, after decapitation, can be given to adults and children.