Barberry, thanks to its useful properties for human health, is in great demand not only in cooking, but also in medicine. In addition, barberry - an excellent honey, and therefore valued among fans of beekeeping. On the beneficial properties and contraindications of barberry and will be discussed below.
Useful properties of barberry
Unique healing qualities are allocated to almost all elements of the bush - fruits, leaves, roots and even the bark of an unusual plant. This representative of the plant world is rich in berberine, and therefore it is very useful for people suffering from diseases of the gallbladder. This substance has a choleretic effect that stimulates the release of bile.
The composition of the roots of barberry includes vitamins C and E, acids of organic origin, alkaloids and tannins. Also useful properties of berries of barberry consist in excellent anti-inflammatory action that can be estimated both at internal, and at external use.
The use of barberry is determined by the use of tinctures and decoctions from various parts of it in the treatment of the liver, stomach ulcers, tuberculosis, stopping bleeding and removing inflammation of the respiratory system.
Useful properties of fruits of barberry consist in the big maintenance in them pectin. And because they are actively used to cleanse the human body of toxins and toxins.
Contraindications to barberry use
Despite the fact that the useful properties of barberry for weight loss and health improvement are undeniable, it is necessary to consult with a specialist before using it. In addition to benefits and harm, barberry is able to bring people with cirrhosis and hepatitis. Therefore, in order not to aggravate the situation, in this case it is necessary to abandon its use. In addition, tinctures and broths from barberry can not be taken by pregnant and lactating women, the elderly and children under 12 years old.
All the rest should not be afraid of side effects and you can safely use medicines from barberry, replacing them with expensive medications. It is very important to prepare tinctures only from mature berries, since the green fruits of barberry are poisonous.