Medicinal uses of plants. (Part 1 )

BENEFITS OF THE LION'S TEETH. (Common name: amargón, plumerillo, baker and dandelion)

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• Digestive problems: The dandelion has laxative properties, stimulates the appetite and helps the natural balance of the bacteria of the intestine.

• Kidney problems: The dandelion has diuretic properties which help the kidney to eliminate desires, excess water and salt.

• Detoxifies the kidney: Helps eliminate toxins from the body.

• Antioxidant properties: it is a rich source of beta-carotene which is converted into vitamin A. It has vitamin C, fiber, potassium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, zinc and calcium. It also helps to prevent DNA damage caused by free radicals.

• Help with diabetes: This plant reduces sugar levels, if you have diabetes and you use hypoglycemia, it can be dangerous to use this plant because it can lead to hypoglycemia.

Contraindications: Do not use dandelion, if you are pregnant or taking a treatment with antibiotics, anticoagulants, or gastric protective drugs containing lithium.

BENEFITS OF THE PINK MOSQUETA
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Rosehip is an excellent scar, so its external use is especially designed for that purpose, although we can not fail to mention that it is used for the treatment of dermatitis. The best-known internal use in medicinal plants is for the treatment of mild respiratory symptoms, such as colds, flu, cough and sore throat. However, it is also very effective in the treatment of diarrhea.

Benefits of rosehip oil: It is a good source of antioxidants (provides Vitamin A, and vitamin C), helping to combat premature aging. It helps fight wrinkles on the face. Regenerates and nourishes the skin. It is a great ally to rehydrate dry skin.

It helps to reduce scarring (this due to its content of essential fatty acids), facilitating the permeability of the skin and repairing it.

In the case of burns, some studies showed very good results, using rosehip oil, helping the healing and elasticity of damaged skin Other benefits of rosehip oil (internally):

• Could help prevent heart disease in people who are overweight, obese.

• Helps regulate blood sugar levels, allowing to be a great ally to prevent diabetes.

• Help in strengthening the immune system.

• Improves circulation.

• Improves the overall resistance of the organism.

• Combats symptoms caused by cold or flu.

• Has a slight laxative effect, is a natural diuretic.

BENEFITS OF THE BASIL.
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• Fever and common cold: The juice of basil leaves can be used to reduce fever. Extract of its leaves in fresh water should be administered every 2 to 3 hours. Meanwhile you can continue sipping cold water. In children, it is very effective in reducing the temperature.

• Cough: Basil is an important component for many Ayurvedic cough syrups and expectorants. It helps mobilize mucus in bronchitis and asthma. Chewing leaves relieves cold and flu.

• Sore throat: Water boiled with basil leaves can be taken as a drink in case of sore throat. This water can also be used to gargle.

• Respiratory disorder: A decoction of the leaves, with honey and ginger is an effective remedy for bronchitis, asthma, influenza, cough and cold.

• Renal Calculus: Basil has a strong effect on the kidney. In the case of kidney stones, the juice of the leaves of basil and honey, if taken regularly for 6 months, can cause them to be expelled through the urinary tract.

• Heart Disorder: Basil has a beneficial effect on heart disease and weakness as a result of it. The level of cholesterol in the blood is reduced.

• Stress: The basil leaves are considered as an "adaptogen" or antistress agent. Even healthy people can chew 12 leaves of basil twice a day to prevent stress. It purifies the blood and helps prevent several common elements.

• Oral infections: The leaves are very effective for ulcers and infections in the mouth. A few chewed leaves can cure these diseases.

• Insect bites: The herb is a prophylactic or preventive and curative for insect bites or bites. A teaspoon of juice from the leaves is taken and repeated after a few hours. The fresh juice should also be applied to the affected parts. A paste of fresh roots is also effective in the case of insect bites and leeches.

• Tooth Disorder: The herb is useful in tooth disorders. Its leaves, dried in the sun and made into powder, can be used for brushing teeth. It can also be mixed with oil to make a paste and used as toothpaste. This is very good for maintaining dental health, counteracting bad breath and to massage the gums.

• Headaches: It is a good medicine for headaches. A decoction of the leaves can be given for this disorder. Crushed leaves mixed with sandalwood pulp can also be applied on the forehead to get relief from heat, headache, and to provide freshness in general.

• Eye disorders: Basil juice is an effective remedy for eye pain and night blindness, which is usually caused by vitamin A deficiency.

• In addition, basil tea makes more milk in mothers. It is the great regulator of the nervous system, its greatest use is in the fight against fatigue and depression, for its value as an activator of the immune system.

BENEFITS OF BOLDO
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• Treat digestive problems.
• Analgesic.
• Bolde infusions fight constipation.
• Treat colitis or irritable bowel syndrome.
• Detoxification of the liver.
• It has diuretic properties.
• Detoxify the organism.
• Treat urinary tract infections.
• Treat insomnia.

To prepare an infusion you need 2 dry leaves of boldo and 1 liter of water. Heat 1 liter of water, before the water begins to boil add the 2 dry boldo leaves. Let the water boil for 3 minutes. Let the infusion stand for 2 minutes before taking it.

Contraindications: The boldo is a medicinal plant, not a food that you should eat every day. The boldo should not be used for a long time, you should never use it for more than 4 weeks. It should not be used in pregnant women, or nursing. In pregnant women it can be abortive. It should not be used in children under 12 years old.

BENEFITS OF THYME.
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Thyme is an aromatic herb that is extraordinary when added to foods, contains flavonoids that stimulate health, such as apigenin, naringenin, luteolin and thymol, and has been shown to protect and increase the percentage of healthy fats that are found in cell membranes.

Thyme is also dense in nutrients. It contains vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, manganese, copper and dietary fiber. Due to its antibacterial, antispasmodic, antireumatoid, expectorant, tranquilizing and antihypertensive properties.

Thyme oil also has a long list of topical uses:

• Home remedy: Thyme oil is used to relieve and treat problems such as arthritis, wounds, bites, pain, fluid retention, menstrual problems and menopause, nausea and fatigue, respiratory problems (such as colds), problems with the skin (oily skin and scars), athlete's foot, hangovers, and even depression.

• Aromatherapy oil: The oil can be used to stimulate the mind, strengthen memory and concentration, and calm the nerves.

• Skin product: Thyme oil can help tone aging skin and prevent acne breakouts.

• Mouth and herbal mouth rinses: Like peppermint, wintergreen and eucalyptus oils, thyme oil is used to improve oral health.

• Insecticide / insect repellent: Thyme oil can keep away insects and parasites such as mosquitoes, fleas, lice and moths.

WARNING:
All these medicinal plants can interfere with other treatments. It is important to inform the doctor that we are using them to avoid later problems that can be serious. In all cases the diagnosis must be made by a doctor, as well as monitoring the situation of each patient to correct the treatment. These medicinal plants are a great help if they are used correctly.

I hope I have contributed to improve health. @ nashilda17