Sea buckthorn. Useful properties and contraindications miracle plants
Almost all fruit and berry crops benefit people due to the vitamins and microcells contained in them. However, among them are those plants that almost do not require care and at the same time amaze with an abundance of medicinal properties. For example, sea-buckthorn, useful properties and contraindications which were known in ancient times, are now also used by gardeners, folk healers, and in traditional medicine. Its popularity began to grow approximately from the forties of the twentieth century. The name of this plant appeared because of the appearance of the sea buckthorn brushes. The fruits seem to be sticking on branches.
Benefits of the fruits of sea buckthorn
In ancient times, it was believed that food should be a medicine. This condition is perfectly matched with buckthorn, useful properties and contra-indications of which were studied in the old days. Its fruits contain a lot of carotenoids, tocopherols, vitamin C, A, E, vitamins of group B. Berries and oil from sea-buckthorn are a good tonic as well as wound-healing remedy. Suppress the activity of cells that cause inflammation. With heat treatment, vitamin C in sea-buckthorn is not destroyed, so tea with twigs or berries of this plant will be extremely useful. Contain and flavonoids, fighting with cancer cells. The latter under the action of these enzymes are destroyed.
Medicinal properties of sea buckthorn leaves
Treatment of sea-buckthorn is carried out not only with berries. The sea buckthorn is also used as a medicine. Preparations from them can have an antiviral effect. In folk medicine for a long time known means for lowering the temperature, removing heat - tincture from the leaves of sea-buckthorn.
Sea buckthorn oil
Oil obtained from the pulp of fruits and seeds of sea-buckthorn is used throughout the world as a wound-healing preparation. It is also used in cosmetic products to soften, rejuvenate the skin of the face, as well as to brighten pigment spots and freckles. Sea buckthorn, useful properties and contraindications which are manifested in oil, is beneficial to almost everyone. So, the oil is very rich in vitamins and nutrients. This is a wonderful tool for the care of dry, problematic and fading skin. It is also effective in the treatment of skin pigmentation disorders. Among other things, oil is used to care for the skin around the eyes, lips, as well as to feed the eyelashes, strengthen and moisturize the hair.
Benefits of sea buckthorn for expectant mothers
This plant also helps in the treatment of other diseases. So, the sea-buckthorn during pregnancy will bring relief with hemorrhoids. A napkin, moistened with oil, must be applied to a sore spot. Also, to strengthen the immunity of the future mother, you need to take a few teaspoons of sea buckthorn every day. And, of course, if possible, there are fresh berries of this wonderful plant.
Contraindications for the reception of sea buckthorn
When treated with a plant such as sea buckthorn, useful properties and contraindications should be well studied. So, it is not recommended drugs from it to people suffering from cholecystitis, pancreatitis. Do not drink sea buckthorn juice or eat berries for those with allergic reactions or increased acidity, liver or pancreas diseases.