Zopnik: medicinal properties and contraindications

The medicinal herb Zopnik prickly has long been used in medicine. The folk name of the plant is a lotion herb. Its therapeutic properties are associated with the presence of substances - iridoids, which have a wide range of biological activity. The plant has an anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiseptic effect on the body. Dried Zopnik herb can be bought in the network of phytopharmacies or order on the website.

What does it look like and where does it grow?

Zopnik tuberous - a species of perennial plants in the Lamiaceae family. The plant is an upright herbaceous perennial. The stem is tetrahedral, purple-purple in color. This species is considered a weed, not perceived as ornamental.

The plant has a thick, twisting root. The stem is strongly branched, 30-60 cm high, the surface of the plant is covered with tiny tufts, which give a resemblance to felt.

Plant material can be found in almost any part of the country - zopnik grows everywhere.

Leaf shape varies in different parts of the plant: rounded at the base, solidly cut at the top. Zygote tuberous grass blooms at the end of June, and fruits appear in August.

Flowers are small, pale pink. The calyx is tubular or bell-shaped. The inflorescence is long, in whorls of 10-16 flowers. Fruits are small brown nuts.

The plant prefers moisture and thrives near rivers, lakes, swamps and in damp forests. It likes stony soils and can be found in rock crevices. It is a shade-loving, frost-resistant plant and also grows in steppe areas, in thickets of bushes and on marginal grounds.

Chemical composition

The plant fully contains vitamins C, B2, E, K and carotene. During research, polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids were found in the leaves and rhizomes of Zopnik. During the flowering phase, leaves contain up to 130 mg of ascorbic acid.

The plant contains lemon-scented essential oil. It is proved that Zopnikum pricklyum essential oil has antistocidal activity.

1. The mucus contained in the leaves has been found to help with colic and constipation. Pharmacological companies advise using the herb for gastritis.
2. With decreased secretion, it is better to use the leaves, and with increased - the inflorescences. The product can be used for inflammation of the stomach. Treatment of hypertension with infusions based on this herb is known. The peculiarity is that it acts only on elevated blood pressure.
3. Plant raw materials have a rich composition and powerful therapeutic properties. The complex of some substances contained in the leaves and rhizome, participates in metabolic processes, is an excellent prevention of most diseases.
4. Since ancient times, the plant has been used to eliminate many diseases, because it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
5. The inflorescences contain stimulating and tonic substances, and tea from dried raw materials has a positive effect on the body.
6. Decoction of dried Zopnik improves the work of the liver and pancreas, promotes the absorption of fat in the intestines.
7. To strengthen the body and increase vitality, first of all, it is necessary to use Zopnik. Due to its medicinal properties, the plant is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry.

The use of collections of dried raw materials in medicine is due to the wide range of its action on the human body, without having any side effects.

It was found that the plant has a strongly pronounced phytoncidal properties. Extracted substances are used to create medications for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, genitourinary system, joints, to improve vision.

Preparations based on Zopnik root are used for bronchitis, tuberculosis, allergies, oral diseases, epilepsy. In addition, the plant has disinfectant, wound healing, sedative and antipyretic properties.

It is said to be of invaluable help to men and women with personal problems. But it should not be forgotten that any medicine can become poison if consumed thoughtlessly. Root tubers can be consumed roasted or boiled. Their bitter taste disappears after heating.

Therapeutic properties of the herb Zopnik

1. Zopnik herb is useful for heart failure, insomnia, reduces harmful cholesterol in the blood.
2. The leaves contain many vitamins and minerals, decoction helps to remove salts from the joints, reduce blood sugar.
3. And also the tea from the inflorescences improves digestion, stimulates the appetite. In folk medicine, decoction of the herb treats gastritis, colitis and peptic ulcer.
4. After dysentery, to increase the body's resistance to infectious diseases, it is recommended to use a decoction of the rhizome.
5. Outwardly, preparations of Zopnik are used for burns, trophic ulcers, septic wounds, inflammatory skin diseases and eczema.
6. Among other things, the crushed powder of dried root is the strongest antiseptic, it stimulates the respiratory system and tones the nervous system.
7. Drink decoctions for adenoma, prostatitis, problems with potency.
8. Zopnik herb in the form of an aqueous infusion has a vasoconstrictive effect and increases blood pressure.
9. This product balances the number of positive and negative ions in the body.
10. Acceptance of decoctions and tinctures helps with various tumors, joint pain. Infusion is used as a general tonic, immunomodulatory agent.
11. A nice bonus when using preparations of Zopnik is that the body receives a lot of useful substances and vitamins, which in turn strengthen the immune system.
12. With regular use, the drug will help restore appetite and eliminate migraines.
13. Sterol, which is abundant in plant material, will help reduce cholesterol levels in the body.
14. The herb has anti-inflammatory and styptic properties in its arsenal.

Tannins are responsible for the mild coating effect. Zopnik preparations are used for burns, trophic ulcers, purulent wounds, inflammatory skin diseases and eczema.

Tea from dried flowers improves digestion and stimulates appetite. In folk medicine, decoction of the herb treats gastritis, colitis and peptic ulcers of the stomach, the infusion - rectal bleeding.

What else does Zopnik prickly treat:

• atherosclerosis;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• high blood pressure;
• varicose veins;
• heart defects;
• inflammation of the urogenital system;
• hypertension;
• rheumatism;
• gastric and duodenal ulcers;
• ACUTE RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS;
• uterine bleeding;
• dysentery, diarrhea;
• uterine fibroids and other gynecological diseases.

Helps wonder plant for diseases such as measles, hemorrhoids, arthritis. The herb is indispensable for scarlet fever, sclerosis, arrhythmia, neurosis.

The plant prevents the formation of stones and is characterized by a diuretic effect. Magnesium, which is part of the leaves, allows you to get rid of harmful sodium salts, facilitating the functioning of the kidneys.

Also zopnik acts as a prevention from the occurrence of kidney stones due to its diuretic properties, but does not leach potassium from the body.

How to grow ginseng in your garden

Grow Zopnik prickly on the plot can be done in two ways: from seeds and from seedlings. It is recommended to grow the medicinal plant from seeds, planting them directly in the ground.

For seedlings, seeds are planted in the second half of March (you can in early April) in a special container, moisten and cover with foil. When the first shoots appear, remove the film and move the container to the window sill.

The first month of growth is the most important part of caring for the plant. Usually the tops are cut off, after which the growth of the plant continues from the axils of the lateral shoots. Harvesting of plant material begins in July.

Rules of harvesting herbs

Inflorescences and the ground part is collected during the flowering period. Gathering plant material is carried out in early summer.

Zopnik is used in pharmaceutical industry for a variety of drugs. Contained in the raw material pectin stimulates the removal of heavy metals and salts from the body. Seeds contain up to 8% oil, and are sought after in the cosmetics industry because of their high squalene content. Unrefined edible oil - a delicious and useful ingredient in the culinary industry.

Traditional medicine applications

Miraculous herbal drink from the herb Zopnik is a natural remedy that will strengthen the body after illnesses, support it in case of impotence and low tone.

The drug is very useful for people who have a weakened immune system, those who often get colds, suffer from depression and a depressed state. It is also used in diseases of the liver, as an antiparasitic agent and for weight loss.

The drink from the dried inflorescences contains no chemical artificial preparations, but has the same high efficiency as medicines, in addition, it is useful for the thyroid gland.

The plant is used in folk medicine since ancient times, it is believed that it can cure 9 diseases. Official medicine recognizes only the expectorant properties of this plant, but the people are confident in the great healing power of the root of Zopnik. It has anti-inflammatory, choleretic tonic, antiseptic effect, helps to get rid of worms and strengthen the immune system. Folk medicine recommends decoction of tubers for bloody diarrhea.

Baths are taken for rheumatism, they relieve the pain of arthritis. The drug will help calm the nervous system, improve mood, get rid of depression and compulsions, normalize sleep.

Inflorescences have a beneficial effect on the metabolic processes in the body, in addition, the components that make up this plant improve the digestive system.

The herb has a number of useful properties, namely:

• diaphoretic,
• diuretic,
• antiseptic.

The plant has no equal when it comes to diseases of the digestive system. It will help to cope with bloating and poor intestinal peristalsis.

The seeds have tonic properties, can strengthen the immune system. Antioxidant properties of the components retard aging.

Preparations based on Zopnik will help improve and maintain health. The effect of healing is enhanced by the bitterness, carbohydrates and starch found in it.

The drug relieves swelling in the extremities, as it is a strong diuretic.

Zopnik is extremely useful for people who suffer from cardiovascular diseases thanks to potassium and magnesium in its composition. Monosaccharides wonderfully nourish the heart muscle.

Vascular walls will strengthen vitamins P and C. If your gums are bleeding or there is varicose veins, you should definitely take preparations of Zopnik.

With angina and inflammation of the nasopharynx
Decoction of Zopnik helps with inflammation of the nasopharynx, sore throat. During inflammation of the nasopharynx, body temperature rises, nasal congestion, a burning sensation. On average, the disease lasts about 3-5 days, often ending in a hearing complication or transition to the chronic stage.

It is not worth it to lead to chronic adenoiditis, as it can provoke a number of other diseases not related to the ENT system.

Decoction can reduce swelling, relieve inflammation, and block allergens. In most cases, these measures are more than enough.

Zopnik for gastritis
The use of preparations based on herbal raw materials is useful for gastritis.

The herb is rich in biologically active substances, has an antimicrobial effect.

1. The green pigment chlorophyll contained in the leaves has an anti-inflammatory effect in diseases of the digestive system, heals the injured mucous membrane, accelerates the regeneration of damaged cells.
2. The presence of polysaccharide pectin makes raw materials indispensable in intestinal disorders, inflammation of the duodenum.
3. Decoction of dried flowers improves bowel function, normalizes peristalsis, reduces bloating, pain, nausea attacks.
4. In some countries this product is used as a laxative against constipation.
5. Decoction normalizes stools, restores impaired patency of feces. Its effect is prolonged.

Applications in cosmetology

At home, essential oil, as well as decoctions and infusions on the dried rhizome are used to improve skin and hair health. Decoction, for example, helps the skin recover from housework, heals microcracks, softens and nourishes.

Infusion of the root is suitable for hair, weakened by frequent styling, frost or, conversely, the sun. It is absolutely indispensable for those who grow hair.

Decoction of the rhizome of the couch grass for hair growth
15 g of raw materials pour 1 liter of water, bring to a boil and boil for 10-15 minutes. Strain and infuse for 3 hours. Clean hair rinse in the broth.

To give extra shine if desired then you can rinse your locks with a solution of vinegar in warm, but not hot water (from boiling water vinegar will evaporate). To do this, 2 tablespoons of vinegar should be dissolved in a liter of water. Do not rinse your hair again after the procedure.

The result will be long, thick and shiny hair, manageable curls, healthy scalp.

How to cook and take Zopnik tea

What is the correct way to brew tea, you need to follow a simple instruction.

1. First of all, grind the medicinal herb.
2. Brew the medicinal drink should be made once a day - in the morning, taking two tablespoons of dry crushed raw materials.
3. Boil the rhizomes for 15 minutes.
4. After this time, add the inflorescences, herbs, leave to insist for one hour.
5. The resulting drink strain through several layers of gauze, dilute with warm water.

Take the drink during the day, to enhance the effect it is recommended to drink tea on an empty stomach. In the healing drink, you can add lemon or honey.

Due to the high content of iodine in the plant material, tea from Zopnik is shown to everyone with thyroid problems.

Contraindications to use

Regular use of decoction increases blood clotting in the capillaries, thereby causing microscopic clots.

1. Abuse of infusions of leaves may cause digestive disorders, impaired intestinal peristalsis, constipation.
2. For persons with stomach diseases, especially in the postoperative period, Zopnik is contraindicated because of its high tannin content.
3. Preparations based on Zopnik should be taken with caution by hypertensive and people with high blood clotting.
4. Do not take the drug for thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, as well as during breastfeeding and pregnancy.
5. It is contraindicated to use infusions and decoctions with increased acidity of gastric juice. Such preparations should not be used by pregnant women and children under 3 years of age. In overdose, nausea, rash, dizziness can appear.

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