The beneficial properties of cinquefoil help in the treatment of severe diseases
The work of the endocrine system is considered the most complex mechanism of the body, and it often fails. Scientists have investigated the beneficial properties of Potentilla, which allowed pharmaceutical companies to create drugs based on it. Millions of patients have already appreciated the miraculous effect of the cinquefoil on the functioning of the thyroid gland. Healing herb is also used for disorders of the cardiovascular system and gastrointestinal tract.
Tinctures, decoctions and teas from five-palate (popular name) will be most beneficial if the diagnosis is correctly made and the therapy is correctly planned. Otherwise, you can seriously harm your body.
Botanical description of Potentilla white
A rare grass grows in the central and eastern part of Europe. These are mainly sunny edges, mountain slopes, meadows and deciduous / coniferous forests. Currently, it is successfully grown at home.
The height of the stems is small - 30 cm. A significant part of the culture is underground. The root system of the white cinquefoil is presented in the form of scaly shoots that penetrate 100 cm deep into the soil.
From April to June, small bushes are crowned with snow-white flowers (10-15 pieces per branch), reminiscent of flowering strawberries... By the middle of summer, fruits are tied on long peduncles.
Before you start using Potentilla white, it is important to familiarize yourself with the contraindications that it has. It is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women, as well as for people suffering from allergies and hypotension.
Laboratory analysis of the composition of Potentilla
It looks like an elegant and delicate herb that has a powerful effect on the human endocrine system. It is worth knowing that the white cinquefoil contains countless trace elements and minerals. The rhizome and foliage contain different chemical compounds. The root system is rich in:
- tannins;
- carbohydrates;
- vitamins A and C;
- phenolcarboxylic acid;
- saponins;
- flavonoids (especially quercetin);
- valuable amino acids;
- iridoids.
Quracetin's active compounds destroy the membrane of foreign and malignant cells, making them vulnerable to immunity. Thanks to such useful properties, white cinquefoil has received popular recognition.
But the bitter-tasting iridoids contribute to the normalization of digestion. They are needed to induce appetite and kill viruses.
In addition to the listed components, flowers, stems and leaves contain 3 more varieties of flavanoids: kaempferol, rutin and cyanidin. They act as antioxidants that slow down the oxidation processes in the body. These molecules serve as an unusual "trap" for free radicals, preventing them from entering into complex reactions. In addition, the following elements are included in the chemical composition of Potentilla:
- iodine and its compounds;
- iron;
- silicon;
- zinc;
- silver;
- bismuth;
- magnesium;
- cobalt;
- calcium;
- nickel.
Thanks to such a complex of natural substances, the use of Potentilla is gaining special popularity among patients with oncology. However, it is important to remember that homemade tinctures are only used as an adjunct or complementary product.
As noted by specialists engaged in laboratory research in this area, the above list cannot be called complete. It includes over 100 names of chemical elements.
The beneficial properties of Potentilla are appreciated all over the world.
The cinquefoil has a miraculous effect on the thyroid gland. This effect is due to the high content of iodine and anion of iodic acid in its roots. In this regard, preparations with white cinquefoil are recommended for sufferers:
- different stages of goiter;
- thyrotoxicosis;
- iodine deficiency;
- hyperplasia of the thyroid gland;
- euthyroidism.
The components contained in it also contribute to the resorption of benign and malignant seals, nodes and even cysts. They remove toxins, toxins from the body, and most importantly, break down cholesterol deposits.
Answering the question of what the white cinquefoil helps from, we can safely say that it is from untreatable ailments. Some of them are metabolic disorders and hormonal disruption. Most health problems start with this. Other pharmacological properties of five-fingered fingers include:
- antibacterial and healing effects;
- increasing the tone of the intestinal walls;
- healing of wounds (internal and external, weeping and purulent), abscesses, bruises, bruises and abscesses;
- regulation of cholesterol levels (prevention of atherosclerosis);
- strengthening of blood vessels (restoration of the structure, strength and elasticity of the walls);
- lowering blood pressure;
- normalization of the menstrual cycle and hormonal balance.
In addition, regular use of Potentilla root has a positive effect on blood composition. The chemical compounds that make up it contribute to the production of a sufficient number of red blood cells and leukocytes.
Teas and infusions are sometimes recommended for weight loss. Among other things, these drinks enhance the body's defenses against colds and viral diseases.
Contraindications and side effects
In addition to the beneficial properties listed above, white cinquefoil has contraindications that must be taken into account. It cannot be used in tandem with iodine-containing preparations. Also, five-fingered has a diuretic effect, so it is not advised to drink it with urolithiasis. This category of "taboo" includes people suffering from:
- hypothyroidism;
- heart rhythm disturbance (arrhythmia or tachycardia);
- constipation;
- colitis;
- hemophilia (poor blood clotting).
As already noted, the healing infusions of the cinquefoil contribute to a sharp decrease in blood pressure. This contrast results in headache, nausea and even vomiting. Among other things, the side effects of Potentilla white are manifested in another way:
- decreased concentration of attention;
- severe or weak dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- constipation;
- an allergic rash, cough, or runny nose.
Most often, such symptoms appear with an overdose. However, those who suffer from chronic hypotension are prohibited from taking five-fingered drugs.
Eating quinfoil during pregnancy can cause unscheduled menstruation. This is very dangerous for the fetus. Often ends in miscarriage.
Features of collecting the roots and leaves of Potentilla white
Collect valuable raw materials for medicinal needs only from plants that have reached 3 years of age. By this time, the concentration of nutrients in the culture is the highest.
Five-fingers are cut off during the period of abundant flowering, when the content of alibinin (the active component) is maximum. Potentilla leaves are collected twice a season: in June, and also at the end of summer. Still, the roots of culture are of particular value.
The rhizomes of a herbaceous plant are recommended to be dug out either in late autumn or in spring, when greenery is just beginning to appear.
Cooking tincture from Potentilla white
A real housewife can become both a doctor and a pharmacist for her family. To do this, she will have to prepare a five-leaf infusion in this way:
- grind 1-3 tbsp. l. dried leaves and roots;
- pour 200-400 ml of boiling water;
- insist 8 hours;
- filter through cheesecloth;
Dosage - 1-3 tbsp. spoons (depending on the course of the disease) for 30 minutes. before meals. Take no more than 4 times a day.
Users note that alcoholic tinctures from a medicinal plant are considered the most effective. A detailed consideration of how to insist white cinquefoil on vodka will help to get the most effective drug. Cooking technology consists of the following processes:
- grind dry roots into powder - 50 g;
- pour them onto the bottom of the glass container;
- pour 500 ml of homemade moonshine;
- close hermetically with a lid;
- 4 weeks to insist in a dark place;
- shake the contents periodically;
- strain at the end.
Now the amazing elixir is ready for use. However, you need to know exactly how to drink Potentilla tincture in order to quickly improve your condition. To do this, dilute 20 or 30 drops of a healing potion in water and drink it in one gulp. They do this half an hour before breakfast, lunch and dinner. The duration of therapy is a month. Then they take a break for 14 days.
Treatment should only be carried out under the supervision of an experienced endocrinologist. Before doing this, it is important to undergo an extensive examination. The dosage is set by the doctor, depending on the patient's weight and the degree of the disease.
Consideration of the beneficial properties of cinquefoil shows that it is more advisable to use it in diseases of the thyroid gland, as well as to maintain immunity.