Nowadays, at the first sign of a colddiseases, we usually start taking pills - antipyretics, painkillers, sedatives. Unfortunately, most of them not only do not help to heal, but also cause irreparable harm to health. Kidneys, stomach, heart - these organs suffer first. But this does not mean that you need to endure and wait until the condition worsens. You can prevent and eliminate many diseases with the help of ordinary mint. There are legends about the magical properties of this plant. Our mothers and grandmothers used this herb in folk medicine, and in cooking, and even in some witchcraft rituals. It was believed that mint and lovage help to attract the attention of a man. If a newborn is bathed in a decoction of herbs, then the girl will never have problems with suitors.
Applying mint
Mint has found wide application in a variety of industries.
- In medicine
Mint is used in folk medicine as a powerfulantiseptic and painkiller. It is recommended to rinse your mouth with a concentrated decoction if you have a sore throat or aching teeth. This herb relieves pain and stomach cramps. It helps to get rid of a cough that appeared due to a cold or flu. In case of anemia, when it is not possible to buy expensive drugs, doctors advise eating the leaves raw. Long-leaved mint has also found its application in neurology. People suffering from hysteria, nervous disorders, aggression are prescribed special medicinal baths. It is enough to steam in warm water with fragrant herbs once a week to forget about all the problems at work and at home.
- In cooking
This herb will help you add a sweet tastebitterness and piquancy to any, even the simplest dish. Try adding a leaf of this plant to soup, borscht or salad next time, and you will notice how the taste changes dramatically. Mint is also added to meat dishes and baked goods. Those familiar with Eastern cuisine know how much this spice is valued.
- In perfumery
The Greeks considered mint a powerful aphrodisiac,That is why it was used everywhere. They wove wreaths from it, washed rooms with it, and bathed in it. Nowadays, this herb has found application in the perfume industry. Aromatic oils, for example, can be used both to treat headaches and to eliminate unpleasant odors.
Mint treatment: folk recipes
Menthol, menthofuran, pinene, esters - these are justa short list of the benefits of mint. But in order not to harm your health, you need to know how to use this plant for treatment. For example, a concentrated tincture can cause heart problems. But too weak tea will be useless for a cold. Therefore, when preparing this or that medicine, always follow the recipe and do not experiment with the ingredients.
- Stomach
You have an upset stomach, gastritis or low blood pressure.appetite? Mint will get rid of all problems in a matter of seconds. So, brew 2 tsp. mint (sold dry in pharmacies) 200 ml. boiling water. Leave to brew for at least half an hour, then strain through gauze folded in two or three layers. Take the decoction 60 ml on an empty stomach in the morning and evening (about fifteen minutes before breakfast and dinner).
- Inflammatory processes
For bronchitis, runny nose, sore throat, drink herbal teatea with honey and lemon. Mint (1 tbsp.) is brewed with boiling water. The tincture is used like regular tea. It is advisable not to go outside, swim, or drink cold water after taking it. Lie down under a blanket and try to fall asleep. In order for this remedy to be beneficial, you should sweat well. After half an hour or an hour, sweep away the damp bed and clothes. It is also permissible to use essential oils containing mint during inhalations. For example, if you have a cold and cannot get rid of a severe cough, add a few drops to the water. If you are performing the procedures at home, be especially careful not to burn yourself with steam.
- Hypertension
For prevention and to avoid relapsehypertension also uses mint, the beneficial properties of which help to reduce blood pressure. Brew in a glass container 3 spoons of this herb, three spoons of chamomile and one and a half spoons of valerian leaves. Store the mixture in a dry, cool and dark place, away from children and animals. It is recommended to take 50 ml. per day for one month.
- Climax
During this period, a woman's body usuallya hormonal boom occurs. Mood swings, hysterics, and dissatisfaction with life are not uncommon. Mint will help relieve all the unpleasant symptoms, improve your well-being, and give you a boost of energy. Pour a couple of teaspoons of the herb with hot water (0.5-1 l), boil on low heat for about ten minutes. Drink like regular tea.
- Diabetes
Dandelion root (1 tsp) and mint (3 tsp)) – an explosive mixture that will help you improve the functioning of the pancreas. Pour 200 ml of filtered water over the herbs and cook the mixture for about 7 minutes. Leave it to infuse in a ceramic vessel, then strain through cheesecloth. As in the previous cases, drink 50 ml of the decoction on an empty stomach. It is also acceptable to use it on a full stomach, but in this case the effectiveness is reduced several dozen times.
- Fungus
If you have a fungus on your nails, startmake herbal poultices. Mint is grated in a blender or ground in a meat grinder, poured with boiling water. The swollen gruel is wrapped in cloth or gauze, then applied to problem areas. After five minutes, rinse the treated skin with plenty of water and dry with a paper towel. Repeat twice a day until the problem is completely eliminated.
- Migraine, constant headache
In this case, mint (1 tsp.l) pour 70% alcohol (20 tsp) and leave for about a week. Take fifteen drops in a glass of mineral or filtered water every morning. After a few days, the heaviness in the back of the head and pain in the temples will go away.
- Acne
Mint, chamomile, oak bark, yarrow,Coltsfoot is mixed in a 1 to 1 ratio, poured with boiling water and infused for 24 hours. It is recommended to use the resulting tincture as a regular facial toner. After you wash off your makeup and wash your face, wipe the problem areas with a cotton swab.
Who should not use mint?
Mint is contraindicated for children under three years of age.pregnant women and people who are allergic to it. It is not recommended for girls with low blood pressure, as well as people who plan to spend the next one and a half to two hours behind the wheel of a car. This herb causes drowsiness. In any case, it is recommended to consult a doctor in advance to avoid side effects. Never buy products in a passage or at a market. Such raw materials can be collected in an ecologically polluted area or near a highway. It may contain toxins and substances hazardous to health.
