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Red viburnum - beneficial properties and contraindications, treatment recipes. Application in home cosmetology. How to prepare viburnum fruits for future use

There are legends about viburnum; it is used in cooking and cosmetology, and is also actively used to maintain health. The beneficial properties of viburnum are valued by traditional healers and gurus of official medicine. It is not surprising, because the plant, common in gardens and parks, contains a huge amount of useful substances, thanks to which many diseases are successfully treated.

Plant characteristics

Viburnum can grow as a tree, but is more often found as a shrub. The plant is a long-liver - it grows and develops up to 50 years, and under favorable conditions and protection from pests even longer. The height of viburnum sometimes reaches five meters. Wide foliage and noble appearance make the plant an enviable decoration of garden plots and park areas.

Where does it grow?

Viburnum viburnum can be found on the banks of a river or near a lake, in a wetland, as the plant loves well-moistened soil. It grows in shade-rich forests of deciduous trees, located on its edges and outskirts. The plant prefers tropical and temperate climatic conditions. In the regions of the European part of Russia it grows in the middle zone, and in the south of the country it grows everywhere.

China and Japan are considered the birthplace of almost all types of viburnum. The plant is also widespread throughout the territory North America. Found in European countries with warm and temperate climates. Viburnum is cultivated for the preparation of medicinal raw materials, for culinary purposes, and also as an ornamental shrub.

Botanical description

The red viburnum bush reaches a height of 2.5 to 4 m. Gray, brownish-tinged bark covers the woody parts of the shoots. On it you can see longitudinal cracks, the destruction of which by pests causes damage to adult viburnum bushes.

Fruit. Drupes, spherical in shape, forming voluminous clusters. Painted bright red. Inside there is a large bone up to 9 mm long. The pulp of the fruit, with sufficient juiciness, is distinguished by an astringent bitterness. The intensity of the taste decreases after exposure to sub-zero temperatures. The fruits fully ripen in October.

With special pruning, a tree can be grown from a red viburnum bush, however, its crown will not be too thick.

Procurement of medicinal raw materials TO medicinal raw materials red viburnum includes bark and fruits. Their preparation takes place according to different rules

described in the table.

Table - Features of red viburnum harvestingBark
Fruit- Harvesting begins in March or early April
- Active harvesting - in September, October, after the first frosts- Remove the bark from the cut branches in layers
- Clusters are cut from the plant, the stalks are not removed
- Large layers are crushed; - lay out thin layer		under the sun for drying
- Dry the bunches under the sun, hanging them on a thick thread or wire
- Dry using a dryer or in a warm attic- Temperature when using the dryer 50-60°C
- Temperature when using the dryer 60-80°C- High-quality dried raw materials break down

- The hardness of the berries indicates complete drying

Viburnum fruits can be prepared in another way. For example, to add it to tea and use it for confectionery purposes, it must be ground with sugar, which will help preserve all the beneficial properties of the fruit.

Freezing

Also fresh fruits Viburnum can be frozen. To do this, rinse them under running water and dry them on a paper towel. Spread in a thin layer on a wide plate. After freezing for two hours, pour the viburnum into a container or bag.

Compound

The healing properties of red viburnum are due to the biological content of the plant. active substances. Moreover, any type of raw material can be beneficial, since valuable compounds are contained in all parts of the bush.

Rich chemical composition red viburnum allows it to be used to speed up recovery and generally strengthen the body in almost any disease.

Features of therapeutic effects

Treatment with viburnum berries and other parts of the plant requires knowledge about the peculiarities of its effect on the body.

  • Stops bleeding. Viburnum has a pronounced hemostatic effect, which is based on the ability chemical substances viburnum inactivate fibrinolysin. This suggests that the plant prevents the resorption of already formed blood clots, which is very appropriate in postoperative period, but should cause caution if the patient is prone to thrombosis.
  • Improves stomach function. The ability of viburnum bark to eliminate the symptoms of gastritis is based on the formation of a protective film on the mucous membrane of the organ. It is formed due to the precipitation of protein molecules of gastric mucus by tannins. This slows down absorption medicines and reduces them therapeutic effect, what people undergoing medication treatment should remember. The anti-inflammatory effect of viburnum is based on the plant’s ability to strengthen and compact cell membranes. At the same time, the fruits of the plant are stimulants for the secretion of gastric juice, which can harm people with high acidity.
  • Relieves pain. The antispasmodic effect of the use of viburnum, as well as cardiotonic and sedative effects, are based on the content of isovaleric acid and its derivatives in the plant, which reduce excitability nerve cells
  • . It has been proven that taking viburnum enhances the effect of sedatives and hypnotics, and when they are used together with viburnum, it may be necessary to reduce the dose. Improves metabolism. Unsaturated fatty acid lipid metabolism, reduce blood cholesterol levels. Present in all parts of viburnum chlorogenic acid, which slows down the penetration of glucose molecules into the bloodstream, producing a hypoglycemic effect. Therefore, the plant should be used with caution in diabetes, especially if the patient is active image life or has a tendency to sharp decline Sahara.

Useful properties of viburnum

The widest list pharmacological effects the use of viburnum makes the plant a popular remedy in folk and official medicine.

biochemical composition blood is often used to restore the body after illness and surgery. And also to speed up recovery from infectious and colds. People often use viburnum for weight loss. Getting rid of excess weight occurs due to the acceleration of metabolic reactions, as well as a complete restructuring of lipid metabolism, as a result of which excess fat is deposited at the waist much less. Also, when dieting, viburnum’s ability to regulate digestion and improve peristalsis is appropriate.

gastrointestinal tract

(Gastrointestinal tract), remove accumulated fluid, without the risk of loss of electrolytes.

  • What are the other advantages?
  • The healing properties of red viburnum are very extensive, but the medicinal plant also has other interesting abilities.
  • For beauty. The juice extracted from the fruits of viburnum is frozen and used on the face, giving the cubes a light massage. The viburnum massage procedure whitens the skin, eliminates age spots, freckles, acne and pustular rashes. In addition, the antioxidant composition of viburnum helps smooth out wrinkles and strengthen facial contours. In cooking. Viburnum fruits are actively used in cooking to produce fruit drinks, jelly, marshmallows, marshmallows, and pie fillings that are not just tasty, but also have active general strengthening properties. The benefits of viburnum berries, even candied ones, are much higher than the usual chocolate. For tone. A drink that replaces coffee is obtained from viburnum seeds. Its advantage is its mild tonic, cardioprotective and antioxidant effect, as well as

complete absence any which sounds like “Boule de neige”, that is, “Snowball”. The spherical inflorescences look exotic and can decorate any homestead.

Is caution necessary?

Any medication must be taken strictly in accordance with the indications for its use. Red viburnum plant material is no exception, which means it requires careful use in some cases. The main contraindications of viburnum are as follows.

  • Pregnancy. The plant is contraindicated during pregnancy. All its parts contain compounds that are similar in structure and action to estrogen hormones. Their tonic effect on the uterine muscles can lead to miscarriage or premature birth, provoke placental abruption and malnutrition of the fetus.
  • Thrombosis. Contraindications for viburnum include a tendency to form blood clots, as well as severe atherosclerosis, since the hemostatic effect of the plant can aggravate the situation and neutralize the effect of antiplatelet drugs.
  • High acidity. People suffering from heartburn can expect harm from viburnum, as well as with significantly increased acidity gastric juice, due to the ability of viburnum fruits to stimulate the secretion of digestive glands.

Side effects of red viburnum can negatively affect the condition of patients suffering from hypotension, since the plant provokes an additional decrease in blood pressure. The use of red viburnum for blood pressure does not always bring the expected result due to the cardiotonic effect of the plant.

The extensive chemical composition of all parts of the plant obliges patients to make sure that there is no individual reactions sensitivity. To do this, it is worth taking preparations from the plant for several days. minimal doses, carefully observing the body's reaction.

Recipes

Viburnum, as well as its extracts, have long been used in official medicine, complementing vitamin herbal preparations and being part of homeopathic remedies. Focusing on special recipes, at home you can prepare medicines from the plant that are not inferior in effectiveness to pharmaceutical products.

Bark decoction

Peculiarities. Used to eliminate uterine bleeding, painful periods, postpartum period, to normalize gastrointestinal functions, soft decline blood pressure, as well as to improve kidney function and eliminate edema.

Preparation and use

  1. A tablespoon of viburnum bark is poured into a glass of boiling water in an enamel pan.
  2. Place in a boiling water bath and heat under the lid for half an hour.
  3. Infuse the resulting product for 10 minutes at room temperature, then strain and thoroughly squeeze the cake.
  4. They bring boiled water room temperature to the previous volume.
  5. A flock of viburnum bark is taken in the amount of two tablespoons, up to four times a day. Apply lotions twice a day for any skin diseases, including trophic ulcers. Store the broth for no longer than two days in the refrigerator.

Infusion of fruits

Peculiarities. Use internally for colds, to eliminate constipation, as well as allergic reactions and inflammatory processes. Including for heart and joint diseases.

Preparation and use

  1. Two tablespoons of dried viburnum berries are poured into an enamel bowl with a glass of boiling water and covered with a lid.
  2. Heat for 15 minutes in a boiling water bath.
  3. After heating, the viburnum berries are infused for 45 minutes, after which they are strained, squeezed out, and brought to the original volume with water.
  4. Drink viburnum infusion orally, one-third of a glass three times a day. Store in the refrigerator for no longer than two days.

Infusion of leaves and inflorescences

Peculiarities. It is used in folk medicine as a mild diuretic, diaphoretic, antiallergic, and when applied topically it eliminates sweating.

Preparation and use

  1. A tablespoon of crushed viburnum inflorescences and leaves is poured into a glass of boiling water.
  2. Leave for half an hour, then filter.
  3. Take half a glass orally twice a day, apply external lotions.

Tincture

All the healing properties of viburnum are clearly manifested when consuming its concentrated extracts. You can prepare a tincture of viburnum berries using an alcohol or water base. Features of the reception and manufacture of these products are described in the table.

Table - Tinctures of red viburnum fruits

PeculiaritiesWater tinctureAlcohol tincture
Indications- For a cold
- to improve appetite and normalize metabolism;
- in the complex treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, hypertension, initial forms of atherosclerosis		- Anti-inflammatory, antitussive, antipyretic;
- digestive stimulant;
- promotes the elimination of toxins;
- has sedative properties
Preparation- Two tablespoons of viburnum fruits are poured with a glass of boiling water;
- boil in a water bath for five minutes;
- leave for two hours, then filter		- A bottle or jar is loosely filled with viburnum berries;
- fill to the top with vodka;
- insist on dark place for three weeks;
- filter
Reception- One teaspoon;
- up to four times a day		- 30 drops per half glass of water;
- three times a day

According to reviews, tinctures of red viburnum quickly provide general strengthening and immunostimulating properties, therefore they can be used both for the treatment and prevention of colds, as well as to improve the functioning of all body systems.

Viburnum common or red is a beautiful plant, all parts of which have valuable therapeutic properties. At the right approach Viburnum will heal, strengthen and rejuvenate the entire human body. But the medicinal properties of viburnum must be used responsibly, since there is still a slight risk of side effects.

There are few people who do not know about the beneficial properties that it has on human immunity in general and in the treatment of colds.

However, these are not the only advantages, besides therapeutic actions possess not only , but also other parts . The range of applications of this berry crop is wide.

You can verify this by reading our material, in which we will talk in detail about red viburnum, its beneficial properties and contraindications for use.

Vitamins and minerals in red berries

is a shrubby plant from the Adoxaceae family, which produces spherical berries of red, yellow and black color with a sweetish-bitterish-sour taste.

There are approximately 200 species in the world, but not all of them bear edible fruit. Some of them are used only for a purpose. Viburnum is also used in folk medicine, cooking, and cosmetology.

The medicinal properties of berries have been known since ancient times. This is explained simply - they contain over 10 different organic acids, resins, alcohols, tannins, sugars, pectin, essential oils, tannin, viburnin.

In addition, viburnum is simply a storehouse of vitamins and minerals.

The vitamin composition of berries is as follows:

  • carotene (provitamin A);
  • retinol (vitamin A);
  • ascorbic acid (vitamin C);
  • E (alpha tocopherol).
The following minerals are present in viburnum: Fe (iron), P (phosphorus), Zn (zinc), Cr (chromium), I (iodine), Se (selenium), Cu (copper), Mn (manganese).

Did you know? There is no other plant in the world, except viburnum, whose fruits would have heart-shaped seeds..

Beneficial features

Both viburnum fruits and flowers, as well as the bark of the plant, have beneficial properties.

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The berries are used to make juice, decoctions and teas.

It also participates in the processes of rejuvenation of the body, promotes rapid cell regeneration, and has an anti-edematous effect.
Viburnum contains over 90% of the daily requirement for human body vitamin C. This means that the berries contribute better absorption iron, increase the resistance of the immune system against viral and colds, eliminate vitamin deficiency, help strengthen blood capillaries in the nose, as well as strengthening the gums.

The most powerful antioxidant - vitamin E, which is part of red berries, helps cleanse the body of harmful and toxic substances, normalizes the functioning of the sex glands and heart.

Did you know? If you compare the amount of vitamin C in viburnum, and, then the latter berry has the most of it. Viburnum contains 82 mg per 100 g of product, which is 91.1% of the daily requirement for humans, in - 40 mg (44.4%), and in black currant - 200 mg (222.2%).

Decoction and tea from viburnum fruits are good for inflammation of the upper respiratory tract: tonsillitis, bronchitis, sore throat. They are recommended for pneumonia.

Pectins and tannins, consumed together with berries, help improve activity digestive system, cleanse the liver.
Juice from the berries is used to prevent headaches, migraines, and hypertension.

Berry-based products are drunk as an astringent and diuretic; they relieve excess swelling and have an antipyretic effect.

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Flower decoctions are recommended for various types of inflammation and bleeding. They are used to increase appetite, reduce sweating, restore voice and heal vocal cords.

They also help stabilize the condition and relieve pain during acute gastritis in people with low acidity.

In cosmetology, products from viburnum flowers are used to strengthen the growth of hair, nails, and improve facial skin tone.

Bark

Viburnum bark contains resins, essential oils, phytoncides, tannins, glycosides, and organic acids. Products based on it help:

  • cope with various skin diseases;
  • have a hemostatic effect;
  • accelerate the healing process for ulcers and hemorrhoids;
  • help cope with nervous disorders and fatigue;
  • relieve spasms.

Preparation and storage of medicinal raw materials

The berries are harvested in the first and second months of autumn. However, it is believed that best time When to collect viburnum, there will be a period immediately after the first frost.

At this time, the fruits will have the highest concentration of nutrients, and they will also not be so bitter. The berries are cut in clusters, along with the stem. They can be stored in the refrigerator for some time.

To dry the berries, the bunches are laid out on paper in a cool room. They will have to remain in this position for 5-10 days. Then they will need to be placed in an oven heated to a temperature of 50°C and dried.
Dry berries should be stored in bags made of natural fabrics in places where light and moisture do not penetrate.

Well can be saved useful material in viburnum, if you place the berries in a jar and fill them to the top with sugar. Close the container with a lid. This product, stored in the refrigerator, can be used for six months.
Viburnum juice is prepared from washed and well-dried berries. They are lightly pounded, and then mixed with sugar in equal parts and ground. The juice is poured into glass containers and stored in. The longer it sits, the more bitterness will leave it.

You can also prepare juice by boiling the berries. For 1 kg of fruit, take 1 liter of water and a glass of sugar. The mixture is cooked until the berries are soft. Then the berries are squeezed out and infused for some time. The juice is poured into jars and stored in the refrigerator.

Important! Please note that viburnum juice has both beneficial properties and contraindications. Therefore, it is not recommended to drink it uncontrollably and in excessive doses.

The bark for medicinal products is harvested in April, in the phase after sap flow.

Flowers are collected between May and June. They are dried and stored in glass jars or fabric bags.

Application of medicinal properties in folk medicine

People have known for a long time that red viburnum, its berries, flowers and bark have beneficial properties; since then, many have appeared that are used for treatment. wide range diseases. We present a selection of the most effective ones in this section.

To strengthen the immune system

We wrote above about how to make juice. The tea is prepared as follows: brew the fruit (a tablespoon) with boiling water (200 ml). Leave to infuse for two hours.

For the purpose of prevention, drink half a glass twice a day. For medicinal purposes, it can be consumed more often – up to three times a day.

As a general tonic, a mixture of viburnum (100 g), lemon (one piece), leaves (200 g), crushed in a blender or passed through a meat grinder, is very effective. small portion. Oil (200 g) and (200 g) are added to it. The product is applied one tablespoon after meals.

To calm the nervous system

Since viburnum bark contains valeric acid, an infusion from it can relieve nervous tension and eliminate chronic fatigue syndrome.

Grind the bark, mix 2-3 tablespoons with (tablespoon). Simmer for 30 minutes in a water bath. Then leave under the lid for 50-60 minutes. Take a tablespoon before meals for a week.

Fatigue will be relieved if you take a couple of tablespoons of a mixture of viburnum bark and chamomile before going to bed. Mix chamomile flowers with bark powder in equal parts.

Place a tablespoon of the mixture in a glass of boiling water. Then simmer in a water bath for 15-20 minutes. Strain before use.

For sore throat

Frequent gargling with an infusion of flowers and berries will help relieve a sore throat due to a sore throat. To prepare it, take equal parts of flowers and berries, pour boiling water over it and leave for 3-4 hours. For rinsing, use half a glass.

Viburnum-honey compresses are also sometimes used, which are placed on the throat twice a day for an hour.

For a cold

For colds, in addition to viburnum tea, decoction and juice from berries, you can brew the bark. Here are some recipes for decoctions:


For bronchitis and pneumonia

For bronchitis and pneumonia, take decoctions of berries and bark. They liquefy and remove mucus.

A tablespoon of red berries is ground and added to a glass of hot honey. The product is infused for 5-6 hours. Take a tablespoon 4-5 times a day.

A tablespoon of crushed bark is mixed with the same amount of herbs:, flowers. Then add a glass of boiling water. After waiting half an hour, drink the product 30 minutes before meals, a quarter glass.

For chronic cough

A decoction of berries (100 g/400 ml of water), boiled for half an hour, with the addition of ½ cup of honey, will help cope with a cough. Take two tablespoons of it, waiting 30 minutes after eating.

For headaches

Frequent headaches can be eliminated by regularly drinking viburnum juice with the addition of honey.

Hypertension is another disease that viburnum helps with. It is good to take viburnum juice. The product is prepared from juice squeezed from half a kilo of berries, a decoction of already squeezed berries (pour 100 ml of water and boil for five minutes), a tablespoon of honey. After cooking, eat two tablespoons 30 minutes before meals.

You can also try a product based on bush shoots. They are crushed and mixed with motherwort, valerian root, brewed with boiling water and boiled for a couple of minutes.

For liver diseases

Viburnum with honey is an excellent liver cleanser. Pour half a kilogram of fruit with a small amount of water and boil. The fruits should soften. Then they are rubbed through a sieve and honey (250 ml) is added.

The course of admission is two weeks. Eat a couple of tablespoons in the morning on an empty stomach and in the evening before bed.

For constipation

Viburnum is an amazing berry, because various remedies based on it can help with both constipation and diarrhea. You can forget about constipation by eating 40 berries mixed with honey.

You can also grind the seeds in a coffee grinder, separate a teaspoon of powder and place it in 200 ml of boiling water. After 10 minutes, you can drink the product twice daily, mixing it with sugar or honey for taste.

For diarrhea

A remedy made from viburnum fruits and honey will help strengthen the stool. The fruits (a couple of tablespoons) are placed in ½ cup of honey. Then the mixture is heated over low heat for 10 minutes, while it needs to be stirred.

After the mixture has cooled, eat it one tablespoon at a time throughout the day, at regular intervals.

For gastritis

Two tablespoons of fruit, brewed with a glass of boiling water and infused for 3-4 hours, will help alleviate the condition of gastritis. This remedy is taken two tablespoons five times a day 30 minutes before meals.

For stomach ulcers

Stomach and duodenal ulcers – quite serious illnesses that require complex treatment. Viburnum-based products can only be used as additional therapy.
Berries (a tablespoon) are crushed and placed in ½ cup of chilled boiled water. Insist for 112 hours. Then drink a tablespoon before meals.

Important! If you have a serious disease of any internal organ, then before using it for medicinal purposes you should consult your doctor, since even such a seemingly innocent remedy as viburnum with honey can have both beneficial properties and contraindications.

For skin diseases

Boils, ulcers, eczema - it also helps to get rid of these troubles. In this case, it is applied externally. Moisten gauze with viburnum juice and apply to problem areas for 1-2 hours.

You will need several such compresses throughout the day. The initial course of treatment is 14-18 days. Then you should take a break of seven days. There must be at least three courses.

To speed up the healing of skin diseases, lotions are made from viburnum decoction: a tablespoon of berries is placed in ½ cup of boiled chilled water and allowed to stand for 6-8 hours.
Before use, add a tablespoon of honey. The lotions are applied for an hour in the mornings and evenings.

For sweaty feet

Viburnum bark is an excellent remedy, allowing to eliminate increased sweating. tablespoon fine bark place in 200 ml of water and simmer over low heat after boiling for 10 minutes.

When the infusion has cooled to room temperature, it is used to wipe the soles of the feet.

In addition to the diseases described, it must be said that viburnum is considered a female berry. After all, it helps with some female diseases.
Viburnum has medicinal properties, however, it also has contraindications for women with heavy and painful periods, uterine bleeding. Can be taken alcohol tincture from bark.

It is prepared from four tablespoons of bark, diluted in a glass of alcohol (70%), which are infused for 10 days in a place without light. You should drink it twice a day, a tablespoon.

The use of viburnum in home cosmetology

Viburnum is very beneficial for facial skin. Products based on it and viburnum juice tone it, rejuvenate it, make it more elastic and clean. If you have any problems such as rashes, you can simply wipe your face with viburnum juice every day.

Such rubbing also helps to make freckles and age spots less noticeable.

The juice can be mixed with honey, vegetable oils, dairy products, lemon juice, egg.

There are several recipes for face masks that use juice, berries and flowers. From wrinkles. Mix the fruits (three tablespoons), olive oil (dessert spoon), honey (teaspoon), egg yolk. It is better to use a blender for mixing. Apply the mask for 15 minutes. Then wash off with water or herbal decoction.

From rashes. Combine viburnum juice with sour cream in equal proportions. Wash after 20 minutes.

Moisturizing. Combine viburnum juice (two tablespoons), glycerin (one tablespoon), honey (teaspoon), olive oil (teaspoon), flour. Apply the mixture to your face for 10-20 minutes.

Toning lotion. Place the flowers (two tablespoons) in boiling water (200 ml) and leave for two hours. Strain and use to wipe the skin.

Important! All masks can be applied to the face only after allergy tests have been carried out on the skin in the area of ​​the elbow. The product should be applied in a small amount to this delicate area. If within half an hour adverse reactions did not happen, the mask can be used on the face.

Contraindications

Viburnum-based products can be both beneficial and harmful. They should not be taken:

  • hypotensive patients, since it tends to lower blood pressure;
  • those who have increased acidity of gastric juice;
  • people with gout and arthritis - viburnum can worsen the condition of the joints;
  • prone to thrombosis;
  • In case of long-term use, pregnant women have a risk of provoking premature birth;
  • people with a history of kidney disease.
Excessive use vitamin C with viburnum can also provoke local allergic reaction in the form of a rash.

Viburnum, in the absence of contraindications, must be consumed during periods of mass epidemics of viral diseases.

Since ancient times, they have been very popular in the field of folk treatment. medicinal plants: viburnum, lingonberry, ginseng, St. John's wort, lemon balm and many others. When it comes to sour berries, many people first of all remember viburnum. After all, the fruits of this plant actually have a rather specific taste, in which the acid borders on a bitter aftertaste. This puts some off from constant consumption of viburnum, but red viburnum combines two contradictory features: beneficial properties that few would dare to dispute, and a far from sweet taste.

The ancient Slavs knew about the benefits of this plant, and they associated many legends and beliefs with it. Thus, viburnum is a red berry that symbolized the beauty and purity of the fair sex. That is why she was not only present at all wedding tables, but also decorated the bride’s outfit. But if a person strokes the tree itself, then he will definitely be happy and lucky. Viburnum gets its name thanks to bright red color, which the berry begins to acquire in early autumn. At the same time, it seems that the berries seem to be heating up under the warm temperatures. sun rays.

Viburnum is classified as a member of the honeysuckle family and has more than a hundred varieties. There are also cultivated varieties that are bred by breeders for various purposes. For example, such a varietal variety as “Buldonezh” has a purely decorative purpose, as it has beautiful snow-white inflorescences big size, but fruits are not formed on such a plant.

The shrub, the berries of which are used in the treatment of many diseases, is called common viburnum and has a height of at least one and a half meters. And in good conditions

the plant can even reach four meters in height. At the same time, not only the fruits of viburnum are considered useful, but also the flowers and bark.

Viburnum viburnum has beneficial properties in such quantities that it can compete with many other gifts of nature. Back in the old days traditional healers the use of shrubs was associated with great benefit. To do this at an early spring period harvest the bark and use it:

  • to stop internal bleeding,
  • for gastrointestinal disorders,
  • for liver and kidney diseases,
  • for the treatment of sclerosis and tuberculosis.

A decoction of viburnum bark has remarkable antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties, so it is quite successfully used for colds and infectious diseases. This folk remedy calms well and reduces the risk of seizures, therefore it is widely used for various.

nervous disorders At the end of spring, viburnum bushes begin to bloom profusely and show the whole world the beauty of their snow-white tassels. These flowers not only attract the eyes of aesthetes, but also have many useful properties. A decoction prepared from flowering viburnum tassels is used for various bleedings And inflammatory processes

. This remedy not only stimulates increased sweating, which is important for colds, but also improves appetite.

How can you prepare viburnum fruits for future use? In autumn, beautiful, juicy red berries ripen on the bush. Knowing about the multiple medicinal properties of these fruits, which grow on the bushes for a relatively short period of time, people have invented several ways to use viburnum.

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viburnum fruits

Thus, berries can be harvested by drying. Viburnum does not tolerate very high temperatures, so it must be dried in conditions where the thermometer does not rise above 50 degrees Celsius. Only then will the berries be able to retain maximum beneficial properties.

Another widely used method of harvesting is freezing viburnum fruits. For this purpose, it is recommended to collect berries in whole clusters and always during their full ripening period. The collected gifts of nature should be placed in the freezer, having previously placed them in a plastic bag. In extreme cold conditions, frozen berries will be just as healthy as fresh ones.

The widespread use of the viburnum bush for medicinal purposes is explained by the numerous beneficial properties of red viburnum. What exactly are the substances that make this plant so beneficial? Here is a description of the beneficial properties of all the vitamins and minerals contained in viburnum:

Vitamin A

  • increases the body's resistance to adverse conditions;
  • has a positive effect on the condition skin;
  • stimulates the growth and strength of bone tissue, maintains healthy teeth and hair;
  • normalizes everything metabolic processes in organism;
  • activates the formation of new cells, thereby slowing down the aging process;
  • improves vision and prevents various diseases eye;
  • accelerates the healing process of wounds and burns.

Vitamin C

  • strengthens human immunity;
  • stimulates cell regeneration when the integrity of external and internal tissues is damaged;
  • reduces blood cholesterol levels;
  • thins the blood and reduces the risk of blood clots;
  • prevents allergic reactions.

Vitamin E

  • participates in metabolism and prevents destruction cell membranes;
  • has a preventive effect on the development of vascular atherosclerosis;
  • has a good cosmetic effect: nourishes the skin, has a positive effect on hair and nails.

Vitamin K

  • improves the digestion process;
  • activates brain activity and improves mental capacity;
  • has a positive effect on the condition of the heart and muscular system.

Vitamin P

  • increases the elasticity and strength of blood vessels;
  • helps reduce blood pressure;
  • regulates the activity of the adrenal cortex and the process of urination;
  • has an analgesic effect and prevents the formation of edema.

Iron

  • participates in the supply of oxygen to cells and tissues;
  • accompanies the process of hematopoiesis and prevents the development of anemia.

Phosphorus

  • normalizes metabolic processes in the body;
  • takes an active part in hematopoiesis;
  • stimulates physical activity and mental abilities;
  • gives strength to bones and teeth.

Manganese

Zinc

  • accelerates the process of skin regeneration;
  • participates in the destruction of harmful microorganisms;
  • is a natural immune modulator;
  • improves metabolism.

In addition to the above vitamins and minerals, viburnum contains many other no less useful elements. Thus, it has long been known that viburnum berries are characterized by a high content of organic acids:

  • valerian,
  • vinegar,
  • formic,
  • oil,
  • linoleic and others.

All of them are needed by the body in reasonable quantities. In addition, the bark of viburnum contains very important substance– viburnin glycoside. He imagines invaluable benefits for humans, as it has a remarkable hemostatic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect. Also, the bark, leaves and roots of viburnum contain useful tannins, pectin, essential oils and resins.
viburnum flowers

Such unique composition Kalina fully justifies it wide application in treatment huge amount diseases and in preventing their occurrence. Viburnum is used not only in folk treatment, but also in official recognized medicine. After all, the constituent components of these berries are successfully used in the manufacture of many medicines.

How to use viburnum for treatment?
viburnum juice

Over the years, people have discovered more and more new recipes for preparing medicinal products from viburnum. Let's talk about the most common and effective of them.

  1. You can eat viburnum fruits in their original form. Eating small bunches of berries every day will help the heart function properly, as well as reduce swelling. Eating viburnum in this way is only possible during a certain season. Therefore, in the fall, when the bushes are decorated with clusters of berries, do not miss the moment and try to enjoy these tart and sour, but very healthy fruits every day.
  2. Viburnum juice has beneficial properties in the same quantity as the pulp itself. Therefore, many healers very often recommend drinking it in pure form or with added sugar. This way you can alleviate your condition with hemorrhoids, stomach ulcers and colitis.
  3. In order to maintain your immunity throughout the year, it is best to use pre-frozen viburnum. To do this, remove the berries from the freezer, pour boiling water over them, and then rub through a sieve. Mix the resulting mass with honey in equal parts. You should take one tablespoon of this medicine every day on an empty stomach.
  4. The combination of viburnum and honey is also useful for diseases respiratory system(bronchitis, pneumonia). Just to do this, the mixture needs to be poured with a liter of water and boiled for 10 minutes over low heat. You need to drink half a glass of this decoction before each meal.
  5. For colds and sore throats, it is recommended to use dried berries. Grind a small amount of them, pour 200 ml of boiling water and leave in a warm place for two to three hours to infuse. After straining, the tincture is ready for use. Drink it in tablespoons three times a day. The same remedy can be used to gargle. If you suffer from gastrointestinal disorders, you can regularly drink tea brewed with dried viburnum berries.
red viburnum berries

If bleeding occurs for various reasons, of course, you should immediately consult a doctor. Together with the remedies recommended by a specialist, an infusion from the bark of the viburnum bush can alleviate your condition. Pour two tablespoons of crushed bark into half a liter of boiling water and leave overnight. Drink the infusion three times a day, 50 ml.

Viburnum seeds also have many advantages: beneficial properties and a healing effect are achieved for many ailments. It is very useful to swallow a dozen viburnum seeds daily. This will help get rid of stones and sand in the body. In this case, the bones should be taken one at a time during the day, and not all at one time. They are also a natural antioxidant and high level are able to cleanse the body of waste and toxins. If you eat viburnum berries along with the bone core, you can significantly improve the functioning of your heart.

Kalina is not for everyone
viburnum tincture

Like any other medicine, viburnum berry and contraindications are inseparable from each other.

Thus, the use of viburnum in any form is not recommended for pregnant women. This is due to the fact that these berries contain substances very similar to hormones. And their excess in the body can stimulate premature birth or cause numerous disorders in the unborn baby. People who have low blood pressure or serious blood diseases should also be careful. renal apparatus.

Thus, viburnum is not just a plant, but a unique medicine that will make your life healthy and fulfilling. Therefore, do not neglect these sour red berries. Enjoy the gifts that nature cordially offers you, and be healthy.

Many people know healing qualities wild viburnum berries wonderful remedy for colds and obsessive cough. Fewer people know that the use of red viburnum, the beneficial properties and contraindications for the use of which are described in detail in recipes traditional medicine and confirmed laboratory research, has a much wider range.

It's really unique plant, all parts of which can be used in medical and for cosmetic purposes: bark, berries with heart-shaped seeds in them, flowers, leaves, roots and even young shoots.

The beneficial properties of viburnum are not limited solely to the fight against sore throat, bronchitis or ARVI: juices, decoctions, teas, infusions, extracts, and oils based on it can cure or alleviate a wide range of diseases. Preparations containing viburnum have an anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, astringent, diuretic and sedative effect.

Viburnum fruits are distinguished by a high content of vitamins A, C, P and microelements, including phosphorus, iron, magnesium, potassium, manganese and copper. In addition, the pulp and juice of viburnum contain pectins, invert sugar, flavonoids and a complex of organic acids. The bark of the plant is rich in tannins, vitamins C, K and also includes a rich set of organic acids (including formic, acetic, caproic, isovaleric acid, etc.). Viburnum seeds contain ascorbic acid and about 21% oil. Along with others healing properties, such a high concentration of vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, as well as a large number of phytoncides, gives viburnum-based preparations a general strengthening effect and is used to increase the immunity of the human body.

Like the vast majority medicines, viburnum has a number of contraindications for use. Proper use medicinal qualities plants will help avoid accidental harm to health.

So what is the benefit and possible harm viburnum, for what diseases it should be used and how to properly prepare medicinal compositions.

Treatment of viral infections and upper respiratory tract diseases

An excellent folk remedy, viburnum, whose beneficial properties and contraindications for use deserve detailed study, is especially famous for its effectiveness in the treatment of acute respiratory viral infections and colds.

  1. The juice and pulp of the plant’s fruits contain almost 2 times more ascorbic acid than citrus fruits. Such a high content of vitamin C in viburnum makes it indispensable for its use in the prevention and treatment of viral and colds. It is traditional to use the product in the form of tea from dried or fresh fruits with added sugar or honey.
  2. In order to ease the course of bronchitis or pneumonia, to thin the mucus, a mixture is prepared consisting of 1 cup of mashed viburnum berries and 1 cup of honey heated to 40 ° C. Take the medicine 1 tbsp. l. after meal. In this case, the mixture does not need to be swallowed immediately, but kept in the mouth and slowly dissolved. This remedy also helps with bronchial asthma and obsessive cough.

Important: do not overheat the honey; the indicated temperature is optimal. When heated to higher numbers, the enzymes and fructose contained in it are destroyed, and at temperatures above 60 ° C, carcinogens harmful to health begin to form.

Viburnum for the treatment of diseases of the digestive tract and liver

  1. Juice and decoction of the fruits are used for diseases of the liver and gall bladder, gastritis and ulcers with low acidity. In this case, the decoction acts as an anti-inflammatory and sedative, and the juice has a stimulating effect on the production of bile and hydrochloric acid.

Important: viburnum-based preparations should not be used in cases of high acidity, as they can cause harm and provoke an exacerbation of the disease.

Viburnum for blood vessels and heart

  1. The juice of the plant has a pronounced hypotonic effect. Hypertensive patients are advised to take a tablespoon of fresh fruits with honey or sugar before meals.
  2. With the help of berries and juice consumed, you can normalize the functioning of the heart and cleanse the blood and vessel walls of fatty plaques. The high content of pectins helps reduce cholesterol, which is why it is used in the treatment of patients with atherosclerosis. The usual consumption rate for the prevention of this disease is ½ cup of fresh fruits during the day.
  3. Decoction, tea and juice are used as diuretics for swelling.
  4. The benefits of viburnum as a good antispasmodic determine the use of infusions based on it as a means to reduce headaches and relieve spastic pain in gastritis.

Solving dermatological problems

Treatment of diseases of the urinary system

Infusions and juice of berries have anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, which is why they are used in the treatment of cystitis, pyelonephritis and urethritis.

Use of viburnum products as a hemostatic agent

Strengthening the nervous system.

The benefits of viburnum in the treatment of depression and neuroses of various etiologies, stress conditions, as well as its use during the rehabilitation period after psychological trauma, is explained by the presence of isovaleric and valeric acid in the berries, the calming effect of which is complemented by the pronounced hypotonic effect of viburnum preparations.

Application in home cosmetology:

Viburnum and skin care products made from it are popular among women who prefer natural cosmetics:

  • Fresh juice is used to remove freckles and lighten age spots, skin whitening and acne treatment.
  • Cleansing, toning and antioxidant properties red viburnum plants, the beneficial properties of which are used in home cosmetology when preparing face masks.

Healing properties of seeds

Let us separately dwell on the use of the unusually shaped heart-shaped seeds of the plant as a remedy. Usually it is customary to throw them away, but, as already mentioned, the healing qualities of the plant extend to all its parts, including the seeds. The viburnum berry, valuable for health, whose beneficial properties are difficult to over-praise, has equally valuable seeds.

Viburnum seeds contain a high percentage of biologically active substances, so the oil obtained from them is widely used as a component food additives. In addition, it is included in some medicines and is used in cosmetology.

Natural carotenoids, which viburnum seed oil is rich in, help prevent cancer, and their action as natural antioxidants protects the body from the effects of harmful external factors and slows down the aging process. Such qualities of the product have made it a popular ingredient in anti-aging creams and masks.

Regular consumption of viburnum seeds will help get rid of stones and sand in the urinary and gallbladder, kidneys, bile ducts. In addition, the seeds will cleanse the body of toxins and have a stimulating effect on the intestinal muscles. Normalizing the functioning of the urinary system and gastrointestinal tract will have the best impact on overall well-being and appearance: headaches will go away or become less frequent, performance will increase, and your facial skin will look refreshed and rejuvenated. For medicinal purposes, it is enough to eat 10-15 seeds during the day, one at a time.

Red viburnum: contraindications

Having examined in detail the question of how viburnum is useful for the human body, you should carefully study the restrictions on its use so as not to cause harm to health:

  • Juices, teas, decoctions and other preparations containing viburnum intended for oral administration are contraindicated in gouty arthritis because of high content purines, causing increased salt deposition in joints and periarticular tissues. This ban mainly applies to men, who are more prone to developing diseases of this kind;
  • viburnum stimulates the production of bile and hydrochloric acid, therefore medicinal products based on it, they can cause exacerbation of stomach diseases in people with high acidity;
  • viburnum preparations have diuretic properties, therefore they are harmful for those suffering from enuresis;
  • the presence of a significant amount of invert sugar in the fruits makes them undesirable for people suffering from diabetes;

  • the benefit of using viburnum for hypertensive patients turns out to be harmful if it is consumed by a hypotensive person, in whom a decrease in pressure can cause dizziness and even fainting;
  • viburnum acts as a plant coagulant, therefore treatment with its drugs is not suitable for men and women with high performance blood clotting and susceptibility to thrombosis;
  • It is not recommended for pregnant women to consume viburnum due to high content in plant products there are phytohormones similar to female sex hormones. Their excess in the body can lead to the development of fetal pathology or miscarriage;
  • Research data on the benefits and harms of using viburnum in the treatment of young children is quite contradictory, therefore the use of other methods and drugs seems more reasonable.
  • increased sweating;
  • weakened immunity, frequent colds;
  • weakness, fatigue;
  • nervous state, depression;
  • headaches and migraines;
  • alternating diarrhea and constipation;
  • I want sweet and sour;
  • bad breath;
  • frequent feeling of hunger;
  • problems with losing weight;
  • decreased appetite;
  • night grinding of teeth, drooling;
  • pain in the abdomen, joints, muscles;
  • cough does not go away;
  • acne on the skin.

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Very healthy berry, already little known to modern city residents, is viburnum. But in villages they still grow these shrubs and use the berries for treatment and boosting immunity in winter. Not everyone can simply eat it because of its specific bitter taste. But in many traditional medicine recipes

Viburnum is used. You need to know what this berry helps with, because it is very useful. It is no coincidence that people have created so many songs about red viburnum.

Useful properties of viburnum

People have long believed that it helps against 99 diseases. One of the few berries that can be picked in winter to replenish vitamin reserves is viburnum. All housewives used to know what it helps with. In case of any illness, aromatic tea was brewed from the twigs and fruits of viburnum. It has anti-inflammatory properties, treats coughs, reduces blood pressure and fights neuroses and insomnia.

Viburnum fruits contain many vitamins, natural organic acids and tannins that are beneficial for digestion. Therefore, viburnum is used as a vitamin and normalization of metabolism. It is also very useful to make masks from this berry: they rejuvenate the skin, treat inflammation and acne. There are many more properties that viburnum possesses that can be listed. What else does it help with?

Viburnum decoctions and juice are taken for neuroses, insomnia and headaches. It has general strengthening properties, improves immunity and even helps with cancer. A decoction of fruits and twigs perfectly cleanses the body of toxins and stimulates the intestinal muscles.

Viburnum decoction

Viburnum heals many diseases, but not everyone can eat it fresh, since it contains a bitter glycoside. Therefore, it is most often used as a decoction. To prepare it you need to grind the berries and pour hot water. Take a glass of water for two spoons. Heat the resulting solution for 15 minutes, preferably in a water bath. This should be done in enamel dishes.

The cooled and strained broth is mixed with honey and drunk like tea. You can take up to three glasses of infusion daily. It helps best with neuroses and vascular spasms. Constantly taking a decoction with honey can cure incipient hypertension, as viburnum helps with blood pressure. If the decoction is also made with the addition of twigs of the plant, then it treats persistent cough and

How to preserve viburnum for the winter

The taste of viburnum softens during frost, so it is recommended to hang it on the veranda and eat it after the first frost. The only berry that becomes tastier after freezing is viburnum. What it helps with becomes clear if you find out what it contains a large number of vitamin C. A tablespoon of berries provides daily requirement person in it.

It is recommended to prepare more viburnum for the winter by freezing it or making juice with honey. You can not just eat it or drink the juice; very tasty seasonings and sauces are made with the addition of viburnum. Nowadays, women should remember what red viburnum helps with, and more often include this amazing berry in their family’s diet.