Folk medicine, as a huge encyclopedia, which contains the wisdom of centuries. It has many healing remedies for various diseases from conventional products. One of these drugs is tincture of fir cones.
Composition of tincture of fir cones on vodka
Since the tincture consists of vodka and cones, the main components are transmitted from the fruits of spruce.
The composition includes:
- volatile oils;
- tanning agents;
- polyphenols;
- resinous substances;
- volatile biologically active substances that kill or inhibit the growth and development of bacteria;
- bioflavonoids;
- iron;
- monoterpene hydrocarbons.
Important! The tincture of green spruce fruits is the most famous folk remedy, since under the influence of alcohol all useful elements are extracted and stored.
When, where and how to collect cones
It doesn’t matter where you decide to collect the fruits of the spruce, the main thing is that the trees do not grow very close to the highway or large factories and plants, since the fruits can absorb a lot of toxins and harmful substances, which will not bring benefits. Examine the trunk and shoots of the tree. They should be free of rot or damage caused by pests.
No need to choose too young or mature spruce. Ideally suited are trees aged 15-20 years, in which young cones are more than 4 cm in length with closed plates, which are closely located to each other. You need to collect fruits in sunny, not rainy weather.
Did you know? If the spruce dies, then the root system creates a twin tree. In Sweden there is a tree that has been renewed for 9,500 years.
Tincture recipe
The tincture of cones is very popular, so a large number of recipes have been created.
Three main ones stand out:
- Classical. To prepare this extract, you need a container of glass with a volume of 0.5 l, 7-8 fruits ate from last year. You need to fill the jar with cones, if necessary, you can cut them. Then add vodka, pouring it to the edges of the container. Let it brew for 2 weeks.
- Honey vodka. In order to prepare a useful extract, you will need 7-8 cones, 250 ml of honey and 250 ml of vodka. Divide the cones in two and fill them with half of the glass container, fill them with vodka. Close the lid and shake. Leave in a cool place. It can be used no earlier than 20 days.
- Combined. You will need: 7-8 fruits of spruce, 7-8 coniferous branches and 250 ml of vodka. Fruits and needles are placed in a glass jar and filled with vodka. Use after 10-14 days.
The healing properties of tincture
Tincture of spruce cones on alcohol has many healing properties that are used for various diseases. The following describes exactly what it is useful for.
Against cough
Tincture of young spruce fruits helps to break down and remove sputum, relieve inflammation and can act as an antiseptic. Therefore, it is often taken with a cough that is provoked by a cold, pneumonia, and even tuberculosis.
From a stroke
Tincture with alcohol or vodka significantly improves the patient's condition and restores the functions of the body lost during a stroke.
- Namely:
- normalizes blood circulation in the brain;
- actively fights against hypoxia (lack of oxygen) of brain cells;
- strengthens neural connections, which prevents the tissues of the nervous system from dying;
- helps restore muscle activity and ability to produce speech;
- eliminates blood clotting;
- strengthens blood vessels and capillaries.
Against hypertension
If you take alcoholic infusion constantly, it will help strengthen the damaged walls of blood vessels and reduce the possibility of blood clots. Thanks to tannin and bioflavonoid, the blood becomes less thick, which stabilizes blood circulation. It is also useful when there is not a complete absence of arbitrary movements.
Did you know? In paganism, the cone was a symbol of fertility, and the hero of the ancient Greek myths of the god Dionysus was accompanied by maid maids with thyres, crowned with cones.
From pressure
If there is a malfunction in blood pressure readings, it is recommended to take an extract from the cones. If the pressure is high, that is, above 140 units of systolic and above 80 units of diastolic, when using tincture on the second day, the patient feels much better and the patient's condition stabilizes. At low pressure, this extract is not recommended.
Other indications
The extract also has beneficial effects on the stomach and intestines. Its use can help patients with stomach ulcers and diseases of the duodenum. Reduces acidity, helps get rid of belching and heartburn. It can also be used as a diuretic. The extract is added when taking baths. This helps to calm down with nervous disorders. Baths also have a positive effect on joint pain.
Application rules
Tincture is used to prevent various diseases that are described above. It is enough to take 1 tsp. morning, afternoon and evening. Add tincture to tea or other drinks, because it has a bitter taste. It is necessary to use it half an hour before a meal.
Tincture is not the main drug. Therefore, when using it, you need to consult a doctor.
Contraindications
- This extract also has its contraindications. It can not be used by people suffering:
- for kidney disease;
- hepatitis;
- allergic reactions to the components of the tincture.
- alcoholism.
The use of folk remedies during pregnancy and during lactation is also contraindicated. Cones of spruce, infused with vodka, are an excellent therapeutic tool. It will help prevent many diseases and help with their treatment.
