Angelica root is widely used in pharmacology, official medicine, culinary, alcoholic beverage and perfume industries. Of particular value is the rhizome of the plant, which contains the highest concentration essential oil.
Useful properties
Angelica root contains up to 19% protein, 24% fiber, up to 20% fatty oils, 16% ash. Essential oil occupies about 1%, resinous substances – 6%. Among the organic acids, angelic, malic, and valeric predominate. There are tanning impurities, coumarins, wax, phytosterols, pectins, angelicin (hydrocarotene). The main components of the essential oil: ambrettolide, felandrene, arallandrene, hydroxypentadecylic acid. The mineral composition is enriched with calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, fluorine.
How does angelica affect the body?
Angelica root has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic, choleretic, diuretic, expectorant, carminative, sedative effects. The essential oil has an active effect, the ability to increase pancreatic secretion, improve digestion, the condition of the gastrointestinal mucous membranes, block pain, and normalize acidity. Plant furocoumarins suppress the development of tumors and neoplasms.
The benefits of angelica for the bronchi and lungs have been proven: cleansing of bacteria, relieving inflammatory processes. The positive effect of angelica on blood circulation has been established. The effect on the pelvic organs, the ability to restore menstrual cycles, and activate the ovaries are especially appreciated. Angelica is especially useful after a course of hormonal therapy.
Consumption of the rhizome improves digestion, relieves symptoms of flatulence, colitis, diarrhea, and cholelithiasis. Normalizes the condition nervous system, improves sleep. Angelica stimulates cellular activity and estrogen receptor activity, helps improve the condition of blood vessels, and prevents the development of many diseases, including heart attack, angina pectoris, osteoporosis, and atherosclerosis.
How to choose correctly
The harvest of angelica rhizomes is carried out at the end of the first year of vegetation (October) or in the spring before flowering (April-May). After removing the soil, roots are selected without signs of rot or damage by pests. Taste raw product sweetish, after drying it acquires a pungent and bitter-spicy aroma, which intensifies when crushed and rubbed. A well-dried root has an elastic structure and does not break when bent.
Storage methods
The dried root is afraid of moisture, becomes moldy, and is often damaged by insects. At room temperature, in an airtight jar or polyethylene, it is stored for three years. To do this, it is necessary to eliminate temperature changes and ingress of sun rays.
What does it go with in cooking?
Since ancient times, angelica has been used to flavor food and drinks. Today it is part of complex seasonings. The raw root is added to soups, side dishes, and salads. Flour from the dried rhizome is used in gingerbread recipes and baking bakery products. Adds piquancy to pastas, sauces for beef, fish and pork. The root and seeds are used in marinades for fish and vegetables.
When brewing tea, the dried product is combined with catnip, mint, St. John's wort, and fireweed. Apple jam is made with angelica root. When boiled in liquid sugar and then dried, original candied fruits are obtained.
Healthy combination of products
To improve digestion, dried root powder is added to vegetable side dishes, green salads, and used in the preparation of broths and soups. For outflow excess liquid brewed with mint. To speed up metabolism, angelica root is effective in collections and mixtures: with juniper berries, peppermint, rue, strawberries, and calamus root.
Contraindications
Angelica is harmful for diarrhea, tachycardia, elevated temperature, with a tendency to bleeding. Dangerous during periods of heavy menstruation and pregnancy. Angelica is contraindicated during breastfeeding. Overdose may cause numbness and increase sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation. In people with tender problem skin Angelica juice can cause dermatitis and burns.
Application in medicine and cosmetology
Many recipes for treatment have been created based on angelica root. respiratory tract, infertility, gynecological diseases, psoriasis, dermatitis. They cleanse the blood, treat infected wounds, hematomas, and accelerate the healing of scars.
Angelica essential oil is used for colds, bronchitis, viral infections, disorders menstrual cycle, menopause. Alcohol tincture helps relieve pain syndromes associated with osteoporosis and rheumatism. Rubbing is effective for joint pain and radiculitis. The decoction is taken to reduce sugar, for colic, asthma, intestinal obstruction, gas accumulation, inflammation bladder, infectious manifestations in the kidneys, as an expectorant. A decoction with honey is a diaphoretic, diuretic.
An infusion of roots and stems is used for laryngitis, periodontal disease, urolithiasis, pneumonia, gastritis, liver dysfunction, pancreas. Take baths with the infusion for neuralgia, nervous exhaustion, gout, insomnia, pustular lesions, and joint pain. The infusion is relevant in complex therapy infertility, helminthiasis. Angelica juice is prescribed for pancreatitis, jaundice, otitis, toothache, and instilled for a runny nose. Co pork fat, spruce resin and angelica oil prepare lice ointments for the treatment of old purulent wounds.
In cosmetology, angelica is in demand in antibacterial complexes. Essential oil relieves irritation and helps restore aging skin. An anti-inflammatory lotion is made from the tincture.
Angelica is a healing biennial. It is widely used in the treatment of diseases digestive system. Angelica increases appetite, has an antiseptic effect in the intestines, and ultimately helps cope with gas, bloating and abdominal pain. For medicinal purposes, decoctions and infusions from the rhizome of the plant are used.
The healing composition of the plant
Angelica is famous for such useful qualities, How:
- Its essential oil has many healing qualities for humans; it is used as a choleretic, diuretic, tonic, analgesic, expectorant and antispasmodic.
- The acids contained in its composition belong to natural antioxidants.
- Resins have a bactericidal, laxative and immunostimulating effect.
- Bitterness activates appetite.
- Tannins will help eliminate inflammation.
- Pectins remove toxins from the body and stabilize metabolism in the body, lowering cholesterol.
- Nutrients, sugars in short time regenerate vitality.
- The wax has a strong antimicrobial effect, which heals wounds and skin diseases.
- Carotene and proteins.
- Calcium stabilizes blood pressure and heart rate, stimulates enzymes, removes toxins.
- Phosphorus strengthens bone tissue, stabilizes the functioning of the kidneys and heart.
- Pinene increases bile function and has an expectorant effect.
- Coumarins slow blood clotting and are used in the treatment of thrombophlebitis, stroke and heart attack.
This set of healing characteristics of the plant is excellent in therapy; the calorie content of angelica is no more than 10 calories, which does not lead to excess weight.
Medicinal qualities of the plant
With the help of the plant you can treat and perform preventive measures By using angelica-based preparations, a person’s well-being significantly improves:
- The NS is normalized, the arrhythmia goes away.
- Cures neuralgia, initial signs of rheumatism, joint diseases.
- The fever decreases.
- Breathing stabilizes.
- Reduces pain during the menstrual cycle.
- Used to prevent atherosclerosis.
- Blood pressure returns to normal.
- Gas formation occurs in the intestines.
- The condition of the limbs improves with VSD.
Angelica contains many healing substances, which help with their beneficial effects:
- Increases appetite.
- Stabilizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Stimulates the choleretic pathways.
- Increases bile secretion.
- Strengthens the immune system.
Angelica therapy
Plant-based remedies can improve the functioning of the pancreas and treat diseases such as:
Violation motor functions biliary tract.
- Different types of neuroses.
- Gastritis.
- Duodenitis.
- Colitis.
Also, with the help of rhizomes you can cure:
- Respiratory tract diseases.
- Diarrhea.
- Dropsy.
- Spasms.
- Radiculitis.
- Measles.
- Scarlet fever.
- Asthma.
- Ulcers.
- Women's diseases.
The root of the plant is recommended to treat various internal diseases. Angelica has many qualities, one of them is anti-inflammatory. Done healing compounds consumed at:
- Colds.
- Neuroses.
- Gingivitis.
- Insomnia.
- Stomatitis.
- Gastritis.
- Lumbago.
- Gas formation.
An infusion of the rhizome is used as a compress and cures:
- Rheumatism.
- Gout.
- Myositis.
- Myalgia.
The foliage of the plant is used to prepare teas or infusions for rubbing. A remedy made from crushed leaves with the addition of rue leaves and honey will help against insect bites.
Is it possible to overdose?
Due to the fact that angelica contains a significant number of substances, you can get an overdose and, accordingly, intoxication of the body, and signs appear:
- Nausea and vomiting;
- High temperature;
- Diarrhea;
- Migraine;
An overdose of angelica has negative impact on the central nervous system. When using the plant externally or internally, do not for a long time spend in the sun, exposure to sunlight may cause irritation to skin, burns and dermatitis.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy.
- Lactation.
- Heavy periods.
- Uterine bleeding.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- Insufficient blood clotting.
- Tachycardia.
Use in alternative medicine
To use the product internally, prepare an alcohol tincture: 30 grams of dry raw materials are finely chopped and poured into a container. Then pour in white wine, about a liter, and leave for a day. The composition is stirred regularly. Then filtered. Take 30 g twice a day before meals. The infusion can be used to get rid of pinworms, and also make compresses for rheumatism.
A decoction of angelica seed is used as a diuretic and breastfeeding. To prepare it you will need: a spoonful of seeds and half a liter of boiling water. The raw materials are diluted with boiling water and cooked on the stove for no more than 5 minutes. Leave the broth for a while until it cools down. Drink 100 g 5 times a day. The resulting broth can be used to rinse your mouth for gum inflammation.
Medicinal plant for the weaker sex
The benefits of the plant for women are very great; it is not just considered one of them the best means for treatment women's diseases. Due to its antispasmodic effect, the plant is good at removing pain during the menstrual cycle, which is important for women. Angelica will help:
- restore hormonal levels;
- stabilize menstruation;
- alleviate the condition during menopause.
It is used for complex therapy of inflammation of the testes and fallopian tubes. The plant prevents the growth of anemia, it is used to stimulate birth process. The plant has a sedative effect, which is useful for a woman due to her high emotionality and sensitivity.
From medicinal plant it turns out honey, which has green tint and an unusual smell. You can store it for a long time without losing its healing qualities. Honey contains many macro- and microelements, fruit sugars and glucose.
Consumption of honey tones the nervous system, makes it stronger, improves the functioning of the heart and blood vessels, relieves spasms and is used to treat many diseases.
Alternative medicine recipes
Tincture
The drug will help regenerate the function of the gastrointestinal tract. The tincture can be used to treat female diseases. Drink it 3-4 times a day, 0.5 cups. 20 grams of crushed rhizome is poured into a liter hot water and leave for 8 hours, or better yet overnight. The composition is filtered and taken orally.
Product based on all parts of the plant
The composition will be beneficial for intestinal contractions. The tincture increases appetite and cleanses the intestines of pathogenic microbes and accumulated gases. It can also be used when colds, for the treatment of abnormalities of the respiratory system.
We offer you a recipe that includes all parts of the plant. The tincture will help with cholecystitis, inflammation of the pancreas, and removes stones from the gall bladder. Most often it is consumed half a glass three times a day. However, the specialist may prescribe a different treatment plan.
To prepare the infusion you will need:
- A spoonful of angelica rhizome.
- A spoonful of plant seeds.
- A spoonful of finely chopped leaves.
- Three mugs of water.
All components are thoroughly mixed and boiling water is added. The vessel is sealed and allowed to brew for about 6 hours. Then the composition must be filtered.
The resulting infusion can be used for healing baths for joint diseases or muscle pain.
To prepare the drink, 100 grams of crushed rhizome is poured with a liter of alcohol. The composition is stored in a cool, dark place for three weeks, stirring occasionally. Then the composition is purified and taken orally.
Due to the wide range of uses of the plant in folk medicine, you definitely need to have it in your home medicine cabinet. Any remedy based on angelica will help cope with many diseases.
Video: medicinal properties of angelica
Angelica officinalis is one of the most common plants in herbal medicine. It has many names. For example, in scientific reference books it is called Angelica herb (Angelica). According to legend, on medicinal properties Angels showed this plant to people. There is another story that the Archangel Michael advised the monks to chew angelica root to protect themselves from the plague. This plant does not have an antiviral effect, but it has fungicidal and antiseptic properties can boast. So no matter how true this legend is, angelica is a useful plant. In the West, some researchers call it Angelica archangelica. But in Russian this name has a synonym - medicinal angelica.
Angelica officinalis is one of the most common plants in herbal medicine.
Botanical description of Angelica officinalis
This herb is a biennial with pleasant smell. In the first year, the plant forms a basal rosette and a small bunch of leaves, but already in the second year it grows large leaves, the stem becomes tall and quite thick, the rhizome develops well, which is most often used in medicinal purposes.
The stem of Angelica officinalis is straight and can grow up to 250 cm in height. It is hollow inside. The leaves are large, especially the basal leaves, and have a triangular shape. The angelica plant is also distinguished by its well-developed root system. The diameter of the rhizome can be up to 8 cm. It is shaped like a radish, and it contains a milky juice, white or slightly yellowish. The total weight of the root system is about 300 g.
The inflorescences of this plant are interesting. They are complex spherical umbrellas. Such an inflorescence can have a diameter of up to 15 cm, and there are several dozen rays on them. The peduncles of this plant are pubescent and beautiful, but the flowers themselves are small and inconspicuous, having a yellowish-green tint. The fruit is a so-called two-seed, which splits into two hemispheres. One angelica plant can ultimately produce up to 500 g of seeds. It blooms only in the second year of life; in summer the fruits ripen no earlier than July, or even closer to autumn.
Many medicinal plants, which are often mistaken for common weeds, help cope with various diseases human body, and angelica are no exception. Another name for the plant is angelica officinalis, which has medicinal properties and is widely used in folk and traditional medicine for several decades now.
Angelica vulgaris is a perennial plant of the Apiaceae family. The stem is erect, directed upward, the rhizome is dense, similar to radish root. The leaves are large and long, located on petioles. Higher towards the end of the stem they become smaller in size. The flowers are green-yellow, forming large inflorescences.
The plant reproduces by seed. The fruits of the plant have pleasant aroma. It begins to bloom in early June and ends at the end of August. In September, white or yellow fruits appear.
For medicinal purposes, mainly the roots of the medicinal plant are used. It contains essential oils, resins, bitterness, pectin, tannins and furanocoumarins.
Angelica vulgaris is a perennial plant of the Apiaceae family.
Places and rules for collecting medicinal raw materials
Angelica is found in the temperate climate zone in Ukraine and Belarus, growing on the edges and forest clearings. The collection of raw materials is carried out depending on the age of the plant. The grass of the second year of life is dug up in April with roots, the first year - in October. The roots should be thoroughly cleared of soil and washed cold water and cut into pieces. Dry in ventilated areas or on outdoors under a special canopy at a temperature of 30-40. Dry raw materials can be stored for up to 3 years.
Gallery: angelica grass (25 photos)
Angelica in folk medicine (video)
Medicinal and beneficial properties of angelica officinalis
Remedies from the rhizome of the plant have the following properties:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antispasmodic;
- tonic;
- diuretic;
- diaphoretic.
The use of preparations from medicinal plants improves digestion, normalizes the functioning of the cardiovascular system, and has a calming effect on the nervous system of the body. Angelica officinalis is actively used in traditional and folk medicine.. How independent remedy It should not be used, but as an auxiliary in complex therapy - definitely.
The use of angelica preparations improves digestion, normalizes the functioning of the cardiovascular system, and has a calming effect on the nervous system of the body.
Indications for the use of products based on Angelica officinalis are:
- bloating;
- digestive tract disorder;
- disruption of the cardiac system;
- rheumatism and gout;
- menstrual irregularities;
- cough due to colds;
- allergy.
Among the people, Angelica officinalis is often called the herb Angelica, which is often used to prepare decoctions and infusions that have medicinal properties in the treatment of female diseases in gynecology. Since the plant is characterized by vasodilating and antispasmodic properties, you simply cannot do without it. menstrual pain. Blood circulation in the pelvic area is normalized, thus negating painful sensations in the lumbar and lower abdomen area.
Preparations based on medicinal herb They are actively used during menopause and help increase the level of estrogen in the female body.
Popularly, Angelica officinalis is often called the Angelica herb.
Medicinal forms of the plant
For making dosage forms Almost all parts of the plant are used from angelica. Juice from the roots of the medicinal plant is used for toothache and pain in the auricle. The oil acts as an active tonic. IN alternative medicine In countries such as Japan, Mongolia, and Korea, products from the plant are used to prepare active dietary supplements.
Pharmacies offer a wide range of medicinal raw materials based on angelica. It is sold in powder form from dried leaves, ready alcohol tincture, herbal teas in bags. Angelica dietary supplements are not officially registered medicines, although they are sold in the public domain.
Medicinal properties of angelica (video)
Traditional medicine recipes with angelica
Angelica found wide application not only in the treatment of various diseases, but also in various branches of cosmetology and food industry. For example, essential oil is used to make liqueurs and canned fish . In cosmetology, it is used in the manufacture of perfumes, creams and soaps. The herb is used to make spices, salads and desserts.
Folk recipes for preparing medicinal raw materials based on angelica are widely used in folk and traditional medicine.
- Universal recipe preparing an infusion of medicinal herbs to treat diseases internal organs: Pour 30 g of dry raw material into 30 ml of water, put on fire and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes and leave for 2 hours, then strain through a strainer or cheesecloth. Drink 2 tbsp. spoons 3 to 5 times a day.
- Dry herb powder used 3 times a day for bloating, colitis, gastritis and acute forms intestinal diseases.
- To treat rheumatism, it is recommended to take baths with the addition of a decoction of medicinal herbs s according to the method described above. The fact that active substances Angelica penetrate the mucous membranes and skin, scientifically proven.
- Angelica herb infusion: Pour 1 tablespoon of dry crushed raw materials into 0.5 liters of water. Let it boil and brew for 30-45 minutes, strain through a strainer or cheesecloth. Drink 0.5 cups 20 minutes before meals 3 times a day. This remedy increases the effectiveness of treatment bronchial asthma.
- Recipe medicinal infusion from intoxication: Pour 2 tablespoons of crushed root into 150 ml of cold water, bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. Drink the resulting infusion in several small sips, dividing it into 2 doses. This decoction helps to cope with negative consequences alcohol poisoning and hangover syndrome.
Angelica essential oil is used to make liqueurs and canned fish.
- To normalize the menstrual cycle and reduce pain in the pelvic area, it is recommended to take the following decoction: 20 gr. dry herbs, pour 500 ml of boiling water, leave for 4 hours and strain. Take in two doses after meals. It is recommended to carry out this course for at least 30 days.
- To normalize digestion, take a decoction of medicinal herbs, prepared according to the following recipe: 50 gr. pour angelica root with 1 liter of white wine, leave in a dark place for 1 week, then strain. Drink 20 ml 2-5 minutes before meals until the container is completely empty.
Contraindications and harm of angelica
Although Angelica herb has pronounced medicinal properties, it still requires careful use. For example, taking decoctions and infusions from raw materials leads to overstimulation of the nervous system, so overdose should be avoided. Also doctors and traditional healers It is recommended that pregnant women and patients suffering from diabetes mellitus. Angelica is strictly contraindicated for people who have suffered a myocardial infarction or suffer from acute gastritis or thrombosis.
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Angelica medicinal (pharmaceutical) in its medicinal properties is second only to ginseng, so it is not surprising that this plant has found wide use in both folk and traditional medicine. How to properly collect and store angelica? What can be treated with this plant, and how to use it correctly? What are the contraindications to the use of angelica preparations? All these questions are answered by this article, in which the reader will find recipes that will help cope with diseases such as pancreatitis, colitis, gastritis, asthenia, and rheumatism.
Description of the plant Angelica officinalis
Plant angelica officinalis reaches a height of two or more meters. Angelica grows in forest and forest-steppe zones, on the banks of reservoirs and in flooded meadows. The roots of the plant have a fairly strong sweetish-spicy aroma and bitter taste.Angelica is used in the treatment of such diseases:
- disruption of the nervous system;
- neuralgia;
- rheumatism;
- fever;
- respiratory tract diseases;
- mastopathy;
- painful menstruation;
- atherosclerosis;
- hypertension;
Collection and storage
For medicinal purposes, the roots and rhizomes of angelica are mainly used (less commonly, leaves and seeds). Raw materials are harvested in late autumn. In this case, it is extremely important to correctly identify the plant that appearance resembles poisonous umbrellas. In addition, when collecting and preparing angelica special attention is paid to the integrity of the plant, since raw materials damaged by insects lose their healing properties.The roots and rhizomes of angelica are harvested in September - October, and plants of the first year of life are used. But the collection of plants of the second year of life is carried out in March and April. The roots of angelica are dug up and shaken off the ground, while the above-ground part of the plant is cut off. Next, the roots are washed in cold water, cut lengthwise and hung out to dry. Raw materials can be dried in the open air, in the attic or in dryers (ovens), the temperature in which should be about 35 - 40 degrees. During drying, the plant unfolds thin layer(no more than 7 cm) on paper, thin fabric or on a wire rack. Angelica leaves are collected when the plant blooms and then dried in the open air.
The prepared raw materials are stored in hermetically sealed cardboard boxes or in bags, no longer than two years.
Collection and preparation of angelica roots - video
Angelica treatment
Angelica officinalis is used as an aromatic bitter, which is due to the fact that the plant contains essential oil and bitterness (bitter substances). Thus, angelica preparations refer to drugs that affect the body as follows:
- stimulate appetite;
- normalize digestion;
- have a disinfecting effect;
- prevent bloating;
- stimulate bile secretion;
- increase urination;
- increase bile secretion;
- increase the secretion of the glands of the stomach and intestines;
- reduce the fermentation process;
- activate protective forces body.
- biliary dyskinesia;
- autonomic neurosis;
- gastritis;
- colitis.
- laryngitis;
- pneumonia;
- diarrhea;
- radiculitis;
- bronchial asthma;
- skin diseases;
- gynecological diseases.
Root
Taking preparations from the rhizomes and roots of Angelica officinalis is recommended in the treatment of various internal diseases, since angelica has diaphoretic as well as anti-inflammatory properties. Thus, decoctions and infusions from rhizomes and roots of angelica are indicated for:
- respiratory diseases;
- hysteria;
- lumbago;
- gastritis;
- flatulence.
A tincture of rhizomes and roots of the plant is used externally for the following diseases:
- rheumatism;
- gout;
Grass
Angelica leaves are used both externally and as an internal tincture. Pounded angelica leaves, mixed in equal quantities with rue leaves and honey, have a wound-healing effect, due to which they are used in folk medicine in the treatment of bites by rabid animals, since they localize the poison.Angelica herb is also used as an anthelmintic and antirheumatic agent. For cooking medicine you need to pour 30 g of chopped herbs into 0.5 liters of white wine, after which the product is infused for 24 hours (it must be shaken). Then the tincture is filtered and taken 25 - 30 ml, twice a day before eating.
Seeds
A decoction of angelica seeds is used as a thoracic, carminative and diuretic.To prepare a decoction of angelica seeds, you need 1 tbsp. pour half a liter of boiling water over the raw materials and boil for 5 minutes. Next, the broth is cooled and infused until the seeds drown. Use 5 times a day, 100 ml (you can sweeten the decoction with a small amount of honey).
Composition and properties of angelica
Essential oil
Essential oil properties:
- choleretic;
- diaphoretic;
- tonic;
- diuretic;
- pain reliever;
- bactericidal;
- expectorant;
- antispasmodic.
- enhances the secretion of glands;
- enhances gastrointestinal motility;
- reduces the fermentation process in the intestines;
- normalizes the functioning of the central nervous system;
- increases bile secretion;
- tones the cardiovascular system.
Resin properties:
- bactericidal;
- laxative;
- bacteriostatic;
- immunomodulatory.
All acids are, first of all, natural antioxidants. In addition, it has been proven that the restoration of acidity using natural substances is faster and better than when using drugs of chemical origin.
Malic acid
It is used in medicine as a component of laxatives, as well as anti-hoarseness medications.
Malic acid also affects the body in the following ways:
- promotes digestion;
- participates in the production of glycogen, which increases blood clotting and improves the condition blood vessels, as well as stimulating the formation of red blood cells;
- Provides the body with energy as it contains potassium.
It is used as a sedative and is also included in many sleeping pills and painkillers.
Acetic acid
It has anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, therefore it is used in the treatment of polyarthritis, radiculitis, pleurisy, as well as to eliminate the symptoms of alcohol poisoning.
Bitter substances
They are excellent appetite stimulants and have a choleretic effect.
Tannins
Properties:
- astringent;
- anti-inflammatory;
- disinfectant;
- bacteriostatic;
- vasoconstrictor;
- bactericidal.
These are substances responsible for the formation of cholesterol, steroid hormones, and cell membranes.
Phytosterols are used in medicine for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular and autoimmune diseases. In addition, phytosterols are indicated for the following diseases:
- rheumatoid arthritis;
- allergic rhinitis;
- viral infections;
- immunodeficiencies;
- tumor pathologies.
Used as nutrients. Sugars are well absorbed in the body, quickly absorbed by the blood, and in a short time restoring a person’s strength.
Wax
Has high bactericidal and astringent properties, therefore used for long-term treatment non-healing wounds And skin diseases.
Pectins
Not only toxins are removed from the body, but also heavy metals, as well as pesticides. Pectins also normalize metabolism and lower cholesterol levels, which is why they are widely used in the treatment of obesity and the digestive system. These substances neutralize the negative effects of certain medications (antibiotics) on the body.
Carotene
It has an immunostimulating effect, not to mention the fact that it is an excellent antioxidant that protects the body from the harmful effects of free radicals, which significantly reduces the risk of developing cancer, which is common today.
Calcium
Properties:
- normalization of blood pressure;
- activation of enzymes;
- activation of the muscular work of the heart;
- increased urine output, which promotes rapid elimination of toxins and waste.
Properties:
- participation in energy metabolism;
- activation of muscle and mental activity;
- strengthening bones;
- normalization of the functioning of the heart and kidneys.
Strengthens the secretion of bile. Pinene also has an expectorant effect, so it is used in the treatment of bronchitis (especially chronic) and cough, which is accompanied by difficult sputum separation.
Coumarins
These substances significantly slow down blood clotting, as a result of which they are used in the treatment of thrombosis, stroke, and heart attack.
In addition, coumarins have the following properties:
- antiseptic;
- astringent;
- diuretic.
Helps remove stones from the kidneys and urinary tract. Properties of borneol:
- antispasmodic;
- painkiller;
- antipyretic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antimicrobial.
Starch
Starch has astringent action, therefore it is widely used in the treatment of skin diseases in the form of ointments and powders. It is starch that, dissolving and breaking down in the esophagus, forms easily soluble sugar - glucose.
Properties of starch:
- reduction of cholesterol levels in the liver and blood serum;
- synthesis of riboflavin (vitamin B2) by intestinal bacteria;
- normalization of fatty acid metabolism;
- reduction of hyperglycemia.
Properties of angelica preparations
- Diuretic;
- diaphoretic;
- sedative;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antimicrobial;
- pain reliever;
- carminative;
- tonic (due to which they are used in the treatment cardiovascular diseases and to normalize the functioning of the central nervous system);
- strengthening;
- antispasmodic;
- expectorant.
Application
Angelica officinalis not only increases appetite and helps normalize digestion, but also has a disinfectant and antispasmodic effect. Therefore, it is used for a feeling of fullness in the stomach, flatulence, mild spasm-like conditions in the gastrointestinal tract and gastric disorders. Most often used following forms angelica preparations:
- decoction;
- infusion;
- tincture;
- extract;
- oil;
- ointment;
- powder.
Angelica decoction
A decoction of the roots of the plant is taken for:- liver diseases;
- gallbladder diseases;
- bronchitis;
- laryngitis.
Infusion
Angelica infusion is used as a stimulant, diaphoretic, choleretic and diuretic.15 g of raw materials (grass, seeds and roots of angelica) are poured with 300 ml of boiling water, then infused for two hours and filtered thoroughly. This medicine is taken 2 tbsp. four times a day, before meals.
This recipe will help cope with the following diseases:
- gastritis with increased level acidity of gastric juice;
- colitis;
- inflammation of the pancreas;
- urinary retention;
- insomnia;
- nervous disorders.
- gout;
- rheumatism.
Tincture
The recipe below, when taken orally, helps eliminate bloating, alleviate the symptoms of colitis, bronchitis and bronchial asthma. In addition, you can rub the temples with the tincture, which will help relieve headaches (by rubbing the tincture into sore spots, you can alleviate the pain of arthritis, radiculitis, myositis and bruises).Pour 250 g of crushed angelica root into 500 ml of vodka and leave to infuse in the sun for 14 days (the container with the tincture must be well sealed). After the specified time, the liquid is filtered, squeezed out, corked and taken 20 drops three times a day.
Angelica extract
Angelica extract is used primarily for rinsing for various inflammatory diseases oral cavity. Angelica extract has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-edematous, and analgesic effects.Angelica oil
Angelica oil is obtained from the roots and rhizomes of the plant by melting it in water or steam. So, to get one part of oil, you need to melt about 400 parts of fresh or 280 parts of dried raw materials.Angelica oil is a colorless (sometimes yellowish color) a liquid that, after a certain time, darkens and becomes tarry. The oil has a spicy aroma and a pleasant musky taste.
During absorption into the body, the oil is partially released directly by the bronchial glands, thereby enhancing their secretion, which determines its bactericidal and antispasmodic effect on the respiratory tract.
Ointment
Angelica ointment is used in the treatment of skin diseases and festering old wounds.1 tbsp. fresh gruel from carefully crushed leaves and flowers of the plant should be boiled for 20 minutes over low heat, gradually adding honey, linseed oil, wax and spruce resin (the listed ingredients are taken in the amount of 1 tsp). Next, the resulting ointment is filtered and applied to the affected area of the skin.
Powder
The powder is obtained from the dried rhizome of angelica, which is ground to a powdery mass. Take 0.5 g three times a day for flatulence, gastritis, colitis, and diseases of the genitourinary system.Angelica honey
Angelica honey has green and a specific aroma. It should be noted that angelica honey crystallizes slowly, so it can be stored in liquid form for a long time. This honey contains vitamins, minerals, trace elements, as well as fructose (about 43%) and glucose (about 38%), which provides its tonic and restorative effect both nervous and cardiovascular system. In addition, angelica honey is an excellent antispasmodic.
Properties of angelica honey:
- soothing;
- restorative;
- anti-inflammatory;
- anti-radiation;
- antiviral;
- antibacterial;
- tonic;
- wound healing.
- increases physical and mental activity;
- increases resistance to various toxins;
- increases immunity;
- improves memory;
- eliminates growth retardation;
- lowers blood pressure;
- restores intestinal microflora;
- cleanses the blood of toxins;
- relieves intestinal spasms;
- normalizes metabolism;
- normalizes the functioning of the kidneys and liver.
- insomnia;
- nervous exhaustion;
- myocardial dystrophy;
- rheumatism;
- ischemia;
- gastritis;
- colitis;
- enzyme deficiency.
1. Stomatitis.
2. Periodontal disease.
3. Gingivitis.
There are no contraindications to the use of angelica honey.
Side effects
Angelica officinalis is a plant that contains enough large number essential oil, so an overdose can lead to severe poisoning, accompanied by the following symptoms: - general weakness;
Particularly noteworthy is the fact that this plant has photosensitizing properties: for example, under the influence sunlight drugs can cause skin irritation, and in severe cases - severe
