Centuries-old recipes of traditional medicine with a century. How to prepare a medicine at home?

Aloe is tree-like, it is also known to many as an agave. For centuries, people have passed knowledge of its healing properties from generation to generation. And even in a century when all problems can be treated with pills, people continue to use the recipes of their grandparents for beauty and health. Aloe lives on the windowsill in almost every apartment and proudly wears the title of first-aid kit. Today we learn what home preparations can be prepared from this ancient plant, and how to use them correctly.

The healing properties of aloe tree

Aloe is a unique plant. It is a champion of fauna in the number of biologically active substances. True, the full composition of the agave is not known to scientists until the end, and researchers again and again discover new useful properties of the plant.

Reference! The effect of aloe on the human body is explained by the general work of its components - a cooperative of these substances cleanses the body of toxins.

The agave contains the substance allantoin - it has a strong moisturizing effect. Penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin, allantoin “transports” other substances there, preserves the moisture level in the skin and helps restore and heal the body’s cells.

The components of the plant effectively affect the human body:

1. remove toxins and toxins from the body;
2. improve bowel function;
3. normalize blood sugar;
4. positively affect the hair follicles;
5. improve blood circulation;
6. possess antioxidant, diuretic and laxative properties;
7. used to treat diseases such as tuberculosis, bronchial asthma, pneumonia;
8. used in gynecology in the treatment of diseases such as candidiasis, vaginosis, endometriosis;
9. aloe juice has a powerful bactericidal effect.

In this way Aloe medicines are widely used in medicine.

History of use in traditional medicine

Even ancient people knew about the beneficial properties of aloe. For example, the Sumerians on clay plates dating back to 4000 BC have described the healing properties of this plant. And in Egypt, aloe was considered a plant that grants eternal life.

Ancient Chinese doctors called the agave a "harmonious drug" and added it to the medicine. In the 7th century, they described the preparation of aloe vera medications for the treatment of sinusitis and other skin diseases.

Reference! The ancient Greek healer Hippocrates among all medicinal plants in the first place put aloe. He even offered to capture the Indian island, on which large plantations with this plant were discovered.

How to prepare a medicine at home?

The following are recipes from aloe, according to which you can prepare tinctures, masks and mixtures for treatment.

For face

Agave juice is suitable for any type of skin (dry, oily or combination) - it helps to preserve youthful skin cells of the face longer.

For cooking, you need to cut the leaves of aloe with a knife and put them in water for several minutes, then place in a shallow plate, cover with cling film or foil and send to the refrigerator. After 2 weeks, take out a plate, discard the blackened leaves, and chop the remaining leaves and squeeze the juice. Store juice preferably in a glass jar with a tight lid. This is the basis for masks and other cosmetics.

For a restoring mask, you need to add juice to the nourishing cream in the proportions of 1: 2. This mask should be applied to the face for 20-25 minutes, then rinse with warm water. After using tonic and cream to consolidate the result. In a week, the result on the face will be pleasing to the eye..

For oily and problem skin, you will need:

• lemon juice (1 teaspoon);
• protein (1 egg);
• lemon pulp (1 tablespoon).

All this should be mixed and applied to the face in 2-3 layers. Hold for 20 minutes until dry. Wash your face with cool water and wipe with tonic. This mask cleanses oily skin, closes pores and relieves inflammation.

For hands

To prepare, you will need:

• aloe juice (1 teaspoon);
• lemon juice (1 teaspoon);
• petroleum jelly.

All this should be mixed and put on hands. Leave on for 10-15 minutes, after washing hands. The effect will be better if you place a hand bath in warm water before the procedure.

For the whole body

You will need:

• aloe juice (1 tablespoon);
• glycerin (1 tablespoon);
• honey (1 tablespoon);
• oatmeal (1 tablespoon);
• boiled water (1 tablespoon).

First, juice is mixed with water, glycerin and honey, and then oatmeal is added and mixed. Apply with massage movements on the body and leave for 25 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The result becomes noticeable after 1.5 months of use. Perform the procedure 1-2 times a week.

For acne

Recipes using agave help well in the treatment of acne on the skin, dermatitis and acne. Rinse the leaves of the agave with warm water, dry, then keep for 7-8 days in a dark cool place. After, they need to grind and squeeze the juice. The resulting tonic should be wiped on the face in places of inflammation twice a day.

Vodka tincture

Alcohol tincture of aloe is made on vodka in a ratio of 2: 1, i.e. 2 parts of aloe juice and 1 part of vodka. This is a universal remedy. It should be used internally in order to exterminate the bacteria that provoke the disease or be applied during infections and suppurations.

Aloe tincture should be taken orally 2-3 times a day for half an hour before meals, 1 tablespoon. Depending on the degree of the disease, treatment can last from a week to a month.

For hair

Aloe juice also has a positive effect on the health of hair and scalp. It penetrates deep under the skin, expands the pores and removes all toxins. The composition of aloe juice is similar to keratin, so the hair will be strong and shiny when applied.

To prepare a hair mask you will need:

• aloe juice (1 tablespoon);
• castor oil (1 teaspoon);
• nettle tincture (3 tablespoons);
• egg yolk (1 pc);
• garlic juice (2 cloves).

The mixture is applied to the roots of the hair and kept for up to 40 minutes, then wash your hair with warm water.

Mask for hair loss

It is necessary:

• aloe juice (1 tablespoon);
• infusion of burdock leaves (2 tablespoons);
• almond oil (1 tablespoon);
• honey (1 tablespoon);
• garlic juice (0.5 teaspoon).

This mask is applied to the hair roots for an hour before shampooing.

From a cold

From a runny nose, chronic sinusitis should be mixed in equal proportions the juice of the agave, sage (herb) and honey. The mixture is instilled 3-5 times a day, 5-10 drops in each nostril. We will provide you with additional information on the use of the agave from the common cold in a separate material.

With honey

Agave juice should be mixed with honey in a 1: 1 ratio in a glass bowl and left in the refrigerator for 5 days. Take a tablespoon separately from food. You can use it not only during illness, but also to strengthen immunity.

For example, to treat cough and sore throat, it is enough to take a tablespoon of a tasty medicine three times a day, slowly dissolving it in the mouth. This should be done one hour before a meal. You will find all the best recipes with aloe and honey in this article.

From cough

When coughing, the juice of the agave (1 tablespoon) is mixed with butter (100 grams) and honey (100 grams). Use the resulting medicine is needed 2 times a day for a tablespoon, washed down with warm milk.

Contraindications

Internal administration of drugs from the plant is contraindicated in:

• acute stages of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• high blood pressure;
• internal bleeding;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• liver diseases;
• bladder inflammation;
• pregnant women
• children under 3 years old.

Important! External application of aloe is not recommended for individual intolerance to plant components, allergic reactions.

Centennial on your windowsill will not hurt in the 21st century, especially since home remedies are the most natural and useful, as they do not contain additives that extend the shelf life and kill half the benefits of the product.

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