Cherry twigs against kidney stones, liver, hypertension, swelling, arthritis, gout, diabetes
What are the benefits of cherry tea?
Cherry has long been used in folk medicine as a natural remedy for the treatment and prevention of many diseases.
However, useful properties have not only fruits, but also branches of the plant, which contain a wide range of mineral components and vitamins.
How and where cherry twigs are used and what are their medicinal functions – further in the article.
Chemical composition of cherry branches
The healing power of cherry twigs is their balanced composition, which is represented by:
vitamins: group B, ascorbic acid, A, E and PP;
organic and inorganic acids;
pectin;
starch;
phytoncides;
tannins.
Mineral composition: Fe, Mg, K, P, Ca, Na, Zn.
It also contains glycosides, flavonoids, catechins.
This unique, harmoniously balanced composition allows you to use plant twigs as a natural means of saturating the body with vitamins and minerals.
Healing properties of cherry twigs for the body
Cherry twigs are a unique supplier of active biological components, micro- and macroelements necessary for normal human life.
They have high healing properties that have a beneficial effect on all systems of the human body:
activate immune processes, strengthen the immune system, increase the body’s resistance to viruses and infections;
preventing the development of avitaminosis;
serve to prevent premature aging;
clean the kidneys, help normalize liver function;
stabilizes blood pressure;
strengthen the walls of blood vessels, make them stronger and more elastic;
have a diuretic effect;
normalization of the work of the gastrointestinal tract and the gastrointestinal tract;
acceleration of metabolic processes;
fight against various inflammations, especially in arthritis, gout;
serve as a safe disinfectant for the mouth and pharynx;
tones, restores vitality, allows quick recovery after training.
Cherry branches, from which tea or infusion is made, help with colds, flu, inflammation of the respiratory tract.
They have the ability to quickly inject excess fluid, which helps to cleanse the body, reduce swelling and lose extra pounds.
It is very useful to use the product for expectant mothers, as it is an excellent supplier of folic acid, necessary for the proper development of the baby’s nervous system.
For women, regular consumption of the drink makes it possible to normalize the menstrual cycle, eliminate uterine bleeding, and improve the functioning of the reproductive system.
Children over 12 years of age, the tea is given for colds and flu.
It has a mild antipyretic effect, increases the body’s resistance to various viruses and infections, helps to quickly overcome the disease and restore strength.
Rules for making tea from cherry twigs
In order for cherry drink to bring maximum health benefits, it must be properly prepared.
The brewing process is quite simple, but requires some subtleties. Quite often, people use the classic recipe for making tea, which uses only water and raw materials for the brew.
4-5 stalks of cherries are broken into small pieces of 1 cm each, poured with 0.5 l of boiling water and left to simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. The drink is then left to stand for several hours.
It should acquire a rich, reddish-brown color and a wonderful aroma with delicate notes of almonds. It is useful to add a little honey or cinnamon to this drink, which will add a sweet and pleasant aroma.
For the fairer sex, folk healers recommend drinking tea, which is prepared as follows: 20 stalks are poured with 2 liters of cold water, boiled for 5 minutes, then left for another 60 minutes.
This drink helps to lose a few extra pounds, has a beneficial effect on a woman’s reproductive organs, and also prevents and stops the development of fibroids.
Raw materials can be boiled up to three times, after which they lose their useful properties.
Characteristics of tea consumption
Cherry twig tea is an excellent remedy for the treatment and prevention of various diseases.
However, for each disease there are special norms of consumption of the drink:
With myoma and endometriosis . It is recommended to drink one glass no more than three times a day.
With inflammation of the joints. In the presence of inflammatory processes in the joints, arthritis should drink ¼ cup of tea daily, no more than 4 times a day.
With diabetes. To normalize blood sugar levels, to improve the condition of diabetes, you need to drink 1 teacup up to 5 times a day for 10 days.
With uterine bleeding. Since the drink has an anti-inflammatory effect, has a beneficial effect on hematopoiesis, it is recommended for use in uterine bleeding. In case of illness, drink one glass three times a day, within two days.
Other uses of cherry branches
Cherry branches are successfully used not only for preparing an aromatic and vitaminized drink, but also in the field of cosmetology and folk medicine.
In medicine
Folk medicine offers a large number of recipes based on raw materials from cherry twigs.
Before using the means prepared on the basis of cherry twigs for medical purposes, you should consult an experienced doctor.
In particular, decoctions, teas and tinctures are taken orally for therapy:
hypertension to normalize blood pressure;
heart and kidney diseases that cause edema;
colds as an antipyretic and anti-inflammatory;
uterine fibroids and uterine bleeding;
acute diarrhea and intestinal atony;
inflammatory processes in the joints;
arthritis and osteoarthritis.
The decoction of twigs is an excellent tonic that increases the body’s defenses, strengthens the immune system, and prevents the development of avitaminosis.
Vaginal washing is also practiced using a weakly concentrated infusion of cherry twigs. It allows you to eliminate inflammatory processes, stop the reproduction of pathogens.
The decoction is used to rinse the mouth for stomatitis and thrush, to strengthen the gums, to eliminate bleeding.
In cosmetology
Potions and infusions of cherries are no less successful in cosmetology.
Due to the high content of ascorbic acid, vitamins A and E, cherry twigs are excellent for removing many cosmetic defects:
they tighten the epidermis, make it more elastic and resistant, have a lifting effect;
tones the skin;
make the relief of the face denser;
get rid of inflammation, acne, redness, irritation;
removes oiliness of the skin, promotes the normalization of the water balance;
reduction of facial wrinkles.
A decoction or infusion of raw cherries is useful for rinsing the hair after washing. This procedure gives the hair tenderness, gives it an unsurpassed shine and silky softness.
Tea made from twigs is also frozen, and ice is used in the morning for toning and elasticity of the skin.
Collection and storage of twigs
To make a medicinal drink from cherry twigs, you must first stock up on quality raw materials.
Choose thin young twigs, about 10 cm long, which are carefully cut with a sharp, disinfected knife or scissors.
Cut raw materials should be well washed, dried in a well-ventilated room, having previously hung on the rope with clean bouquets of 10-15 pieces.
The branches are recommended to be collected in the last weeks of April-May, i.e. during the swelling of the buds on the tree.
When the branches are well dried, they are placed in paper bags and stored in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Properly collected raw materials can be used to prepare potions, teas and infusions for a year.
Contraindications and possible harm
Since tea from cherry twigs is characterized as a healing agent, it has a number of contraindications.
You should refrain from using the product if:
gastritis or peptic ulcer;
any diseases of the internal organs in the acute phase;
increased stomach acidity;
children under three years of age.
Drinks should be consumed with caution in children over 3 years old, pregnant and lactating women, people prone to allergic reactions. Individual intolerance to the product is also possible.
Cherry twigs, as a healing agent, have been used since ancient times. It has a tonic, rejuvenating, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antipyretic effect, which makes it successfully used for the treatment of various diseases.
However, before using the product, you should carefully study the contraindications and be sure to consult a doctor.