Red brush has been used for a long time not only in its natural form, but also in tablets, food supplements and various dietary supplements. This is a rare Siberian plant with a powerful root, which is used as medicine.
His potential is incredibly high. Due to the abundance of active substances, this plant has an effect on:
- Sexual sphere of women and men. For a long time, the red brush has been used to treat infertility, frigidity and impotence. The entire range of female diseases can be treated with tinctures and decoctions of this plant.
- The cardiovascular system. The effect is exerted both on the wall of blood vessels and on the qualitative and quantitative composition of the blood.
- Hormonal background. In addition to sex hormones, the red brush improves the functioning of thyroid gland and adrenal glands.
- Urinary system. The root is used to treat cystitis and prevent the formation of kidney stones.
- Neurological profile. This plant successfully helps with epilepsy, depression and chronic fatigue.
- Oncological diseases, mainly of the female genital area, are easily stopped and go into remission with the help of a red brush.
Among other things, the use of this unique plant helps with intoxication of the body after severe injuries and illnesses, or taking antibiotics. It helps to tone up the whole body, speeds up metabolism and compensates for vitamin deficiencies.
Since this is a rather strong hormonal remedy, the red brush has a number of strict contraindications:
- do not use together with any contraceptives or hormonal drugs;
- do not use simultaneously with herbs containing phytohormones (clover, hops, etc.), with the exception of ;
- prohibited during menstruation, pregnancy and the entire lactation period;
- do not use for people with hypertension from 160\100;
- It is not recommended to take during fever or nervous tension.
Important! Don't forget about individual intolerance.
Red brush plant: description, chemical composition, photo
Rhodiola quadruplet is the botanical name of a unique perennial plant, living in the highlands of Siberia in the Altai Mountains, Kazakhstan, China and Mongolia. In the Russian Federation, except in Altai, it is impossible to find Rhodiola cold anywhere else.
This is a low bush, up to 30 cm, consisting of many straight stems with small fleshy leaves. During flowering, the first two months of summer, lemon, yellow-red, scarlet or soft pink bunches of small flowers appear at the tops of the stem.
Due to the shape and size of the leaves and flowers, Rhodiola looks like a small brush with a red or pink corolla on the top, hence its popular name.
But the plant is valuable because of its deep root, powerful and branched. It is planted deep in the soil and has a reddish-brown color. It was its unique composition that made the red brush so unique.
The following was found in Rhodiola quadruple:
- glycosides, including salidroside. It has a unique antitumor and anti-inflammatory effect and affects the hormonal glands;
- organic acids;
- anthroglycosides;
- phytohormones;
- tannins;
- sterols;
- vitamin C;
- anthocyanins;
- waxes;
- phenols;
- flavonoids.
Another distinctive ability of the red brush is the presence of a huge amount of microelements, which it collects in rocky soil. In addition to the usual elements, it contains nickel, molybdenum, selenium and gum. Unique compounds allow the entire volume of beneficial substances to be properly absorbed.
Where does it grow and how to collect?
Most of the places where Rhodiola frostis grows are areas of nature reserves, and in some countries it is added to the Red Book. The plant prefers gorges and mountains of Siberia; it can be found in Altai, Sayan and Tyva near rivers and between stones.
There is little chance of stumbling upon thickets of red brush; most likely you will only find a few bushes, but this is a good result. The root of the plant is used for medicines.
The ideal collection time is late July, early August. This is the time of the end of flowering, before the formation of fruits. You need to collect the rhizomes before they appear; they are dug out manually, carefully. Afterwards they need to be thoroughly washed and cleaned.
An important stage of harvesting is drying. The root is cut and placed in places with good circulation. It is best to dry immediately after harvesting to preserve all important compounds.
Once the root dries, it can be stored for no more than two years. For storage use paper bags or a tin can with a lid.
Red brush or Rhodiola cold four-parted is an endemic plant that lives only in the Altai Mountains, as well as some areas of the Sayan Mountains, China, Pakistan and Mongolia. It belongs to the Crassulaceae family; for its thick, powerful red rhizome, it has received another popular name among the people - red root.
It is this root, as well as the aerial part, that is used for medicinal purposes; alcohol and water tinctures, extracts, decoctions, ointments, and other preparations are prepared from them.
The red brush is a perennial, but grows short - only 30-50 cm. The plant is listed in the Red Book and is not harvested on an industrial scale, because it grows in small quantities in a limited area.
What substances are contained in the infusion?
The value of the red brush is explained the richest composition chemical and biologically active substances. It contains:
- tanning compounds;
- several types of valuable organic acids;
- waxes and sterols;
- natural sugars;
- alcohols and essential oils;
- glycosides and flavonoids;
- a huge complex of microelements, which absorbed almost half of the periodic table;
- anthocyanins and other valuable substances, just listing which can take up a lot of space.
This unique set provides many of the beneficial properties of red root infusion.
The healing properties of the red brush
Red brush is the strongest natural immunomodulator and is recommended for use in chronic fatigue syndrome, after surgery and severe illnesses, in the treatment of seasonal depressive conditions.
An infusion of Rhodiola frosty strengthens the walls of capillaries, improves blood circulation, eliminates bleeding and vascular spasms, incl. and brain. This reduces the risk of stroke.
Due to its ability to normalize the balance of hormones and the content of the plant’s own phytohormones – close to human ones – red root tincture is indispensable in the treatment of various endocrine disorders, such as decreased function of the thyroid gland, adrenal glands and lymphatic tissue.
The ability to harmonize hormonal balance makes red brush an effective herb for women, which has found application in the treatment of gynecological problems.
In addition, the tincture is used in the complex treatment of diseases of the urinary system, various neurological disorders, anemia and loss of strength, as well as to improve the condition of cancer, incl. with leukemia.
Due to its biochemical composition, Rhodiola colda is often prescribed as an effective anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent. An infusion of this plant cleanses the blood and cells of waste and toxins, and is a strong antioxidant.
Application
Many herbalists call the red brush the "woman's doctor" that heals and protects the woman.
Herbal infusion is used for:
- painful, scanty or heavy, as well as irregular periods;
- erosion, fibroids, adnexitis and other inflammatory processes;
- ovarian and uterine cysts;
- mastopathy, benign and malignant tumors breasts
For its ability to improve the condition of a woman during the postmenopausal period, I also call the red root the elixir of female youth. The infusion calms the nerves, normalizes sleep, and due to phytohormones, improves a woman’s appearance, making her look youthful.
Siberian herbalists claim that the red brush can accelerate the healing of bones in fractures and speed up recovery in severe and protracted illnesses.
The infusion is used for headaches, because... it relieves vascular spasms and improves cerebral circulation. It is effective in the treatment of atherosclerosis and hypertension at the initial and middle stages, and has also shown excellent results in the prevention of thrombosis and strokes.
Due to the presence in the plant of a large amount of a special glycoside - salidroside, the tincture is useful not only for solving women's problems, but will also help men. Traditional medicine recommends courses of treatment with red brush tincture for men who suffer from adenoma and prostatitis, sexual weakness and infertility.
Many diseases caused by pathogenic viruses and bacteria are successfully treated with this infusion. The drug, which has antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties, suppresses the proliferation of pathogens and helps the body cope with infection. In the Siberian outback they treat colds and illnesses respiratory system, pneumonia and tuberculosis.
These same properties help heal wounds and injuries, because... help accelerate tissue regeneration.
Herbalists recommend taking the infusion in winter and early spring, when the body is weak and loses immunity, and since the drug contains substances similar to the blood formula, it is recommended for use after radiation exposure, as well as for patients with cancer and HIV infection.
Red brush tincture has shown itself to be effective in the treatment of diabetes, epilepsy, nervous disorders, heart and kidney diseases.
Recipes
For polycystic ovary syndrome, menstrual irregularities, female frigidity and sexual weakness in men
You should make a tincture of red brush and boron uterus. To do this, take 50 g of each plant and pour a liter of vodka. Insist on room temperature two weeks. Strain and take 25 drops, diluting with 50 ml of water. Drink before breakfast and dinner.
The course of treatment is 2 weeks. After which you should take the same break. If necessary, the course is repeated.
For fungal diseases of the vagina, inflammation and dysbacteriosis
1 tsp. Dilute the alcohol infusion in 500 ml of boiled water and douche. It should be done in the morning and at night, retaining water through the efforts of the muscles - irrigation should last at least 10-15 minutes.
Stop douching during menstruation.
The infusion, diluted in the same proportion, can be taken orally, 1 tbsp. l. half an hour before meals.
For colpitis, candidiasis and other inflammations of the female genital area
30-40 drops dilute the infusion in a cup of water. Take 1 tbsp orally. l. 3 r. per day, and also do douching 2 r. in a day.
Tonic cocktail
Mix red root, aralia, lemongrass, leuzea, Rhodiola rosea and zamanika in equal proportions. 2 tbsp. l. pour a liter of boiling water over the herbal mixture and leave to steep in a thermos overnight. Filter and drink 30-50 ml 3-4 r. in a day.
The tincture improves tone and immunity after serious illnesses.
For prostatitis, adenoma and neoplasms as an adjuvant
For ureaplasmosis, endometriosis, vulvovaginitis, erosions, fibroids and to normalize vaginal microflora
Inflammation caused by trichomoniasis and chlamydia
Mix equal parts red brush, oak and bergenia. 1 tbsp. l. pour 400 ml of water into the mixture and boil under the lid until the liquid is reduced by half. Then let it sit for an hour. Filter and douche with this infusion 2 r. per day. The duration of treatment is no more than 7 days, then a break is necessary.
For infertility
How to prepare an infusion of red brush
There are two types of red brush tincture: alcohol and classic water.
Vodka tincture
To prepare it, take 50 g of crushed plant root and pour a bottle of 0.5 liters of vodka. The drug needs to be infused for 3 weeks at room temperature. The result is a liquid of a beautiful wine color with a pleasant tart smell.
It will need to be strained, squeezed out and treatment begins.
Water infusion
It is prepared with the expectation of using it in 1-2 days. 1 tbsp. l. Finely chopped root is poured with a cup (300 ml) of water and brought to a boil. Then cover the container with a lid and continue to cook on low heat for another 15-20 minutes.
The resulting broth is set aside for an hour, filtered and taken as directed.
Preparation and storage
Usually the red root is bought in pharmacies, where it is not always available, or on specialized websites on the Internet. The plant is listed in the Red Book and is rare, so any local herbalist considers it great luck to find it in the wild.
Raw materials are collected by hand, immediately after flowering and before fruit formation. The roots, which go deep into the ground, are dug up, washed, cut into pieces of 15-20 cm and dried naturally at a temperature not exceeding 35 degrees. The shelf life of raw materials is 2 years.
For whom is red brush tincture contraindicated?
Red brush is a potent plant, so you can use the tincture only after reading the contraindications.
The first and most important thing is that drugs from this plant cannot be combined with any contraceptive and hormonal drugs, both medicinal and herbal, including hops, clover, licorice, etc. The only exception is the boron uterus plant.
Other contraindications:
- the entire period of pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- period;
- obstruction of the fallopian tubes;
- hypertension and high blood pressure;
- arrhythmia;
- insomnia and restlessness;
- fever and fever;
- inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and internal organs;
- allergies and individual intolerances.
You should also pay close attention to the dosage. Exceeding it can cause dizziness, drowsiness and lethargy. If these symptoms appear while following the exact dosage, the drug should be stopped immediately.
You must also remember that the course of treatment with red brush tincture should not exceed a month, and do not forget to consult a doctor before starting treatment.
Nature has no competitors in terms of healing human body. Our distant ancestors did not know about the existence of antibiotics, but they could cope with most of the ailments that accompanied humanity from the Cave Age to the age of high technology and the Internet. Red brush, a unique plant that is endemic to the Altai Mountains, proves the superiority of Nature over the chemical industry, which has taken over modern pharmacology.
What kind of plant is red brush?
It's small herbaceous plant grows only on the territory of Russia - in the almost protected conditions of the Altai Mountains. The official name of the herb is Rhodiola tetrapartite or Rhodiola colda in common parlance. The plant has a red color due to the high content of anthocyanins and betaines in the leaves.
What is special about the red brush for medicine?
The red brush has no analogues in nature in terms of its healing effect on the human body. The main and most important advantage of the plant is that preparations from it act not on the consequences of the disease, but on the original cause of the disease. That is, by taking the red brush, a person not only gets rid of pain, for example, in the stomach or headache, but the very cause of the pain is cured. For example, normal blood circulation in the brain is restored or endometriosis, which is the cause of a woman’s protracted painful condition, is cured.
How does red brush heal?
Preparations from this medicinal plant have immunomodulatory and adaptogenic properties. To put it simply, the red brush affects every cell of the human body, cleansing and rejuvenating it, and most importantly, restoring the functions of diseased organs. This property - rejuvenation of organs and tissues from the inside, as if turning back time and “twisting” the biological age of organs and tissues, today has no medically substantiated explanation at all. Modern scientists cannot yet decipher the effect of the red brush, so they simply state the fact of its rejuvenating effect on the human body from the inside.
What does the red brush cure?
Preparations from red brush are used in the treatment of a number of diseases, which is called “from head to toe.” Starting from a concussion and ending with menopause, the red brush cures a whole medical catalog of diseases when used correctly and when the time intervals of treatment are observed. This medicinal plant Even benign tumors, epilepsy and bone fractures “give up” if you do not deviate from the doctor’s recommendations.
Well, of course, consultation on the use of the red brush with the attending physician is necessary, because the patient may have a banal intolerance to this medicinal plant.
How to prepare medicines from red brush and how to take them
You can prepare a decoction and tincture from dried red brush. The decoction must be prepared in an enamel container and strictly in a water bath. An enamel bowl is placed in a larger pan with boiling water, 1 tablespoon of raw materials is placed in it and 1 glass of boiled water, heated or cooled to a temperature of 70-80 degrees Celsius, is poured. Then this raw material is heated for 15 minutes with constant stirring. It shouldn't boil, and it won't. The resulting brew is covered with a lid and cooled for 45 minutes under natural conditions. After the specified time, the raw materials are squeezed out, and the finished broth is poured into a glass container. This medicine can be stored for no more than 2 days and only in a cold place. You need to take it one tablespoon 3 times a day.
How to take red brush tincture
An alcohol tincture will be prepared from the root of the red brush. Dry raw materials in the amount of 50 grams, poured into a glass jar, are filled with 1 bottle of high-quality vodka or 70 percent alcohol. For 30 days, it is necessary to store the tincture in a dark place, shaking the jar daily. After a month, the tincture is decanted and placed in the refrigerator. It has no expiration date. You can take 1 teaspoon 30 minutes before meals. An alcohol tincture of red brush works in exactly the same way as a decoction.
How to take the red brush correctly
In order for the use of the red brush to be correct, it is necessary to observe several restrictions in its use.
- It is recommended to take the red brush for the first time before 9 am, but no later than 30 minutes before breakfast. The second time 1 hour before lunch. And the third time half an hour before meals, but no later than 19 hours. Medicines from red brush can deprive you of sleep at night due to their stimulating effect on the male and female body, as well as due to increased brain performance.
- Under no circumstances should you take red brush preparations while taking hormonal medications. It is necessary to exclude from treatment even herbs that change the hormonal levels of the body, such as clover, licorice, cocklebur, lovage, sage, and hops. Also, you should not drink decoction and tincture of red brush at high temperatures and high blood pressure. Women should stop taking these medicines on critical days. If pregnancy occurs, treatment with the red brush should be stopped immediately.
- Treatment with a red brush should be carried out in courses - take medications for a month, take a 15-day break. You must complete at least 3 such courses to give the red brush the opportunity to show all its unique qualities. After a 3-month course, a month break is required. After which it is advisable to take another 3-month course to consolidate the results of treatment.
- For the treatment of female gynecological diseases, as well as infertility, it is recommended to combine the red brush with the grass of the hog uterus, which is an undeniable healer in terms of restoring women's health. When a long-awaited pregnancy occurs, it is necessary to stop taking the red brush, leaving only the uterus for its successful course. It should be remembered that the red brush “cleanses” and can lead to miscarriage, but the hog uterus, on the contrary, strengthens and preserves the fetus in the mother’s womb.
And we must also remember that we lose our health over the years along the way of our lives, and we should not expect that the gifts of Mother Nature will return it to us within one night (day, week, month). Be patient in treatment - “patience and work will grind everything down”...
(which we have already talked about recently) and a unique and rare plant - red brush (also called Rhodiola cold, or Rhodiola tetrapartite). The heroine of ancient legends is the red brush, the use of which was practiced by ancient Altai herbalists, helps with infertility, impotence, and hormonal abnormalities.
To prepare potions, take the roots of Rhodiola cold. It is thanks to their shape and shade that the plant is called red brush. The herb also lives up to its name in another aspect: the red brush cleanses the body well of toxins, cleanses and restores the blood. This property of the plant allows it to be a general tonic, increasing the body's resistance and restoring strength.
Legend and pride of Gorny Altai
Oddly enough, know-it-all Wikipedia does not contain information about this miracle plant. This is perhaps explained by the fact that the red brush grows in a very limited area and is protected by law. It is impossible to harvest it on an industrial scale.
Rhodiola colda is found only in Russia, Pakistan, China, Kazakhstan and Mongolia. In our country, the place where medicinal herbs are distributed is the Altai Mountains. It is included in the Red Books of several Russian regions, as well as Mongolia. It is protected in large nature reserves in Siberia.
The inhabitants of Gorny Altai, as expected, have a legend about how they were discovered healing properties Rhodiola cold. Several centuries ago, there lived a lonely shaman in the mountains. He was famous for treating people from all diseases and bringing seriously ill people back to life. People from all over the area flocked to him asking for help.
The shaman's healing talents consisted in the fact that ancient souls allegedly came to him in dreams and revealed the secrets of nature. While still young, the shaman had a dream. In his visions, he walked for a long time along mountain paths. At the end of his journey, he saw a butterfly of unearthly beauty sitting on the bank of a mountain spring on a plant he had never seen before. The shaman felt a surge of strength and unprecedented peace.
In the morning the shaman repeated the path and found this plant. When he began to wash the bristle-like roots in the waters of the stream, he saw how the water turned pinkish. Then the shaman gave the plant a name - red brush; the herb helped him heal the wounded, treat infertile women and men, strengthen the spirit and body. According to legend, in his old age he passed on everything he knew to his student. And so the legend of cold Rhodiola spread around the world.
Herbalists call the plant divine, claiming that the red brush promotes rejuvenation. They believe that medicines based on Rhodiola root can cure even those who are close to death.
Who will the red brush help?
Whether cold radiola can really restore lost youth and delay old age has not been scientifically proven. In this matter, you can only trust traditional healers, although they are interested parties and may well lie... But other properties of the red brush have been tested by fans of herbal medicine.
The main healing component of Rhodiola colda root is the glycoside salidroside (chemistry is still a fun science, even the names rhyme). It is involved in the fight against inflammatory processes and bacterial infections. Thanks to it, the body copes more actively with fungal diseases. It is also credited with an oncoprotective property - slowing down the growth of cancerous tumors.
Many endocrine disorders are also recommended to be treated with decoctions of red brush; its use is indicated for the development of goiter, diseases of the lymph nodes, thyroid gland, adrenal glands and kidneys.
Rhodiola cold is famous for its hemostatic and healing effect. They drink it for faster healing of fractures. This root also has a beneficial effect on the condition of the blood, in particular. Red brush preparations are used as an adjuvant for leukemia.
Most often, the red brush is recommended for the treatment of the genitourinary and reproductive systems of both men and women. Rhodiola cold is indicated for representatives of the stronger sex for oligospermia (reduced sperm count), prostate adenoma, prostatitis and impotence.
The range of uses of the red brush for purely female diseases is even more impressive:
- violation of the vaginal microflora (for example, candidiasis or ureaplasmosis);
- inflammatory processes (vulvovaginitis, colpitis);
- endometriosis;
- mastopathy, breast tumors;
- polycystic disease, fibroids, uterine fibroids;
- menstrual irregularities;
- menopause;
- sexual coldness.
Infusions, decoctions, teas
The root of the red brush is used to prepare infusions or decoctions. Then they are taken orally or used for douching. It is better to use a decoction because it is based on water, and not alcohol, like an infusion.
Prepare the decoction:
Take two medium well-washed roots per liter of water. The future broth is kept on low heat for 20 minutes, then wrapped and allowed to rest for 30 minutes. The decoction is stored for about two days in the refrigerator. The strained drug is drunk 0.5 glasses two to three times a day before meals. It is advisable to do this at the same time. The course is no more than 1.5 months.
For douching for candidiasis and other disorders of the vaginal microflora, both a decoction and an infusion are suitable. For half a liter of water, take a glass of decoction (or a teaspoon of infusion). The procedure is carried out within a week after menstruation.
In many herbal collections, red brush takes pride of place: herbs that are combined with it are,. Rhodiola cold is also included in the Altai elixir of youth, the so-called “adaptogenic cocktail” described by Academician Barnaulov. The secret recipe is:
Rhodiola cold root, zamanikha and are mixed in equal parts. Add 2 tablespoons of the mixture per liter of boiling water. The decoction should sit for about 8 hours. Drink the elixir in small portions throughout the day. The course is one to two months. It is better to take such a cocktail in the off-season to support the body and...
You can order cold Rhodiola root on the Internet. Price is about 150–200 rubles per 100 grams. The miracle root and its extract are included in various pharmaceutical herbal teas and dietary supplements. Their cost depends on the availability of other components and quality.
Red brush against infertility
Due to its positive effect on the female body, the red brush is often used when planning pregnancy. Take it throughout the entire cycle, with the exception of the immediate days of menstruation.
For many women, it helps to establish a cycle and improve the vaginal microflora. There are also reviews that after a course of taking the red brush, cysts resolve, it helps to recover and get pregnant after resection of the ovaries. Some people actually managed to get pregnant after taking the red brush, after years of futile attempts and with polycystic disease.
Unfortunately, there are also quite a lot of reviews from those who did not get the desired result. Remember that each couple has their own reasons for not getting pregnant. Before you start drinking red brush, get examined by a good doctor and ask for his advice on herbal medicine.
Don't hurt yourself
In conclusion, information about who can be harmed by the red brush: contraindications primarily concern hypertensive patients. Rhodiola cold preparations are prohibited for mental overexcitation and fevers.
You should not take the red brush during pregnancy or nursing women. On critical days you should also refrain from taking it. An exception is when the red brush is taken to reduce bleeding during heavy, prolonged menstruation.
When you first try cold Rhodiola, do so with caution. In some people it causes severe allergic reactions.
While taking it, listen to your body's reaction. Drowsiness and lethargy are the first signs of an overdose of red brush. If you notice them in yourself, stop treatment.
Among the reviews from women who took the red brush, there are some frankly negative ones. So, for some, after taking herbal tea, the menstrual cycle was disrupted, which then took a long time and was difficult to restore. Therefore, we recommend that any herbal medicine be discussed and agreed upon with your doctor.
IN folk medicine For the treatment of female diseases, tincture of red brush is widely used; instructions for use can be found below. Unique medicinal properties have long been used to combat infertility, inflammatory and infectious diseases of the genitourinary system, strengthen the immune system and treat other ailments. The healing effects of the herb are recognized even by traditional medicine and are often used as an adjuvant therapy.
The properties and contraindications of Rhodiola cold (as the red brush is officially called) have been known to people since ancient times. One of the legends says that the unique effect of the herb on the body was discovered by one of the Altai healers. Nowadays, medicinal properties are used to treat female diseases, infertility in representatives of the fair and stronger sexes, ailments of the heart, endocrine and nervous system.
The plant contains a huge amount of useful substances, which determines its medicinal properties. The herb is rich in the following components:
- antioxidants;
- tannins;
- phytohormones;
- organic acids;
- flavonoids;
- essential oils, etc.
In addition, red brush is a unique mineral complex, which includes colbate, copper, molybdenum, zinc, chromium and other micro- and macroelements.
The use of red brush is often associated with hormonal imbalances in the body. The plant is a natural hormone and helps normalize hormonal levels, therefore it is recommended for painful menstruation, menopause, infertility and other female diseases. Due to the high content of phytohormones, it is not recommended to use the red brush without consulting a doctor, since complications may arise if the dosages are not observed or if there are contraindications.
Rhodiola cold has the following effect on the body:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antiseptic;
- antitumor;
- pain reliever;
- wound healing;
- rejuvenating;
- antioxidant;
- vaso-strengthening;
- immunostimulating and so on.
A decoction or tincture from this plant has a positive effect on the genitourinary system, helps get rid of inflammatory processes and infections, and normalize ovarian function. Allows you to restore hormonal levels, increase hemoglobin levels, reduce cholesterol and cleanse the body of toxins and free radicals. A wide range of unique properties has led to the use of red brush for treatment various diseases, although it is considered a female herb, as it helps fight various gynecological ailments.
Use of red brush in medicine
The red brush has unique medicinal properties, so its use in medicine is not in vain. It is used in the following branches of medicine:
- urology. Helps get rid of cystitis and pyelonephritis, as well as infectious diseases of the urinary system in women and men;
- gastroenterology. It has a positive effect on digestion, improves intestinal function, destroys pathogenic bacteria, has a laxative effect, therefore it is recommended for constipation;
- traumatology. Accelerates the healing process of wounds and fractures, stimulates recovery after severe bruises and concussions, improves blood circulation and brain activity;
- cardiology. Reduces cholesterol levels, therefore it is used in the treatment and prevention of atherosclerosis, strengthens blood vessels, has a positive effect on hematopoietic processes, increases hemoglobin levels;
- endocrinology. It has a hormonal effect, therefore it is used in the treatment of thyroid diseases, diabetes mellitus and hormonal imbalance;
- neurology. Used for nervousness, epilepsy and other ailments of the nervous system;
- oncology. Strengthens the immune system and removes free radicals from the body, which contribute to the development of cancer cells.
Many people consider red brush to be a women's herb, but it is also suitable for men - it helps get rid of prostate adenoma and impotence. Recommended for male infertility, as it not only stimulates sperm production, but also increases their motility.
Treatment of female diseases
- Infertility. If a woman cannot become pregnant, the hog uterus and the red brush are used alternately. Natural hormonal remedies restore hormonal levels and reproductive abilities, as well as strengthen the body as a whole and prepare it for bearing a child.
- Mastopathy. The cause of mastopathy (benign breast tumor) is usually hormonal imbalances in the body. Rhodiola normalizes the production of hormones and also promotes the resorption of tumors.
- Painful menstruation, menopause, irregular menstrual cycle. Eliminating hormonal imbalances helps get rid of cycle disruptions, painful or excessive bleeding.
- Endometriosis. The disease is often caused by hormonal disorders; the red brush in combination with the hog uterus allows you to eliminate the cause of the disease.
- Myoma. The plant is used to treat neoplasms if the cause is hormonal imbalance.
- Inflammatory and infectious diseases of the reproductive system. For inflammation and infections, a red brush is used for douching.
Features of preparing decoction and tincture
Despite the fact that red brush is rare in nature and is under natural protection in many regions, you can purchase preparations based on it at any pharmacy. You can buy dried herb, prepared tincture, syrup, or redbrush extract.
The most popular is the alcohol tincture. You can also prepare it at home. Dry pharmaceutical herbs are also used to prepare decoctions.
How to prepare a decoction?
To prepare a decoction of cold rhodiola, you will need to follow a few simple steps:
- Pour boiling water (2 cups) over 1 tablespoon (tablespoon) of herbs;
- cover the container and leave for a while (2 hours) for the herb to brew;
- strain the broth through cheesecloth.
To speed up the preparation process, the broth can be kept in a water bath for 10 minutes, but you should not boil it, as it will lose its medicinal properties.
How to make a tincture?
Making an alcohol tincture at home is also not difficult. For preparation, it is better to take alcohol, but if not, you can use vodka.
- Pour 50 grams of dry red brush root with 0.5 liters of vodka or alcohol;
- then the mixture should be infused in a dark and cool place for 1 month;
- shake the contents of the glass container periodically;
- Before use, strain and store in the refrigerator in a closed container.
The alcohol tincture must be infused and stored away from sunlight, as it destroys beneficial features plants. Before preparing a tincture or decoction, be sure to consult your doctor.
Rules of application
You need to take cold Rhodiola depending on the form in which the plant is used. A decoction of red brush should be taken half a glass three times a day, always before meals. The course of treatment usually lasts 1 month, followed by a 2-week break.
The instructions for using the tincture prescribe a number of rules:
- You need to drink the tincture 30-40 drops, diluting it in a small amount of water;
- You need to take the product three times a day, always 30-40 minutes before meals;
- after 2 weeks of use, take a break for 14 days.
When using red brush, you must definitely reconsider your diet and give up fatty foods, alcohol and smoking. It is strictly forbidden to use plant-based medicines with synthetic hormonal drugs, as well as licorice and hops. It is not recommended to drink the product before bed, as excessive excitability of the nervous system and insomnia may occur.
If you drink an alcohol tincture of red brush, you can protect yourself from complications and unpleasant consequences. In case of an overdose, lethargy and weakness, dizziness and headaches may occur. If unpleasant symptoms appear, treatment should be stopped.
Contraindications
You should stop taking the red brush in the following cases:
- period of bearing a child;
- age under 18 years;
- lactation;
- individual intolerance;
- high blood pressure;
- increased body temperature;
- depressive state.
To avoid unpleasant consequences and complications, consult your doctor.
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