Ginseng - an amazing plant, the use of which saves from a number of different ailments. Ginseng wipes joints, it is used inside, make on its basis masks and compresses, add extracts in shampoos, etc.
Ginseng is a plant known in folk medicine. Flowers and roots of ginseng are used for the manufacture of medicines, tinctures, vitamin-mineral supplements. Ginseng contains vitamin C, phosphorus, sulfur, a wide range of micro and macro elements, tannins, resins and alkaloids.
Indications for the use of ginseng
Ginseng is amazing in its properties. So, tinctures of ginseng on alcohol are capable to raise arterial pressure, and on water - to lower. The main properties of ginseng are general restorative, stimulating and toning effects.
Recognized drugs contain ginseng, their use helps to improve physical and mental performance, improve well-being, stimulate the activity of the cardiovascular system.
The main indications for the use of ginseng:- stress and prolonged physical and mental stress;
- adverse environmental effects;
- suffered severe illness and surgery;
- insomnia, neurosis, overwork;
- sexual disorders;
- metabolic disorders ;
- high blood sugar, etc.
In addition, ginseng and ginseng extract are used for making tinctures, shampoos, creams.
How to take ginseng?
Tablets and vitamin-mineral supplements with ginseng are best used according to the instructions. But apart from pharmacy facilities, there are a lot of folk recipes that have earned their trust due to their medicinal properties.
- Honey with ginseng is a ginseng root infested with linden honey. Such medicine of folk medicine is used for vascular diseases, as well as for frequent colds and fatigue. How to drink ginseng, infused with vodka with honey? Such a medicine is used as a tonic, during an exacerbation of colds, a general decline in immunity and strength. It is recommended to take 1 teaspoon before meals.
- Ginseng infusion is used to treat thrombosis of the hands and feet. To do this, the ground ginseng root is poured with vodka and insists in a dark place for 2-3 weeks. Then filter the infusion and take for 2 weeks 10 drops before meals. After a one-week break, you can repeat the course 2 more times.
- Ginseng oil also has useful properties. It is used not for treatment, but as phyto-cosmetics. Ginseng for women is an indispensable component of rejuvenating and toning creams, masks and other cosmetics. Ginseng oil is a stimulant and restorative for both the skin and hair. In the cream it is added to stimulate the renewal of epidermal cells, smooth wrinkles, and moisturize the skin.
- Shampoo with ginseng will help someone who wants to give hair a healthy shine and strength. Ginseng is necessary for hair weakened, susceptible to permanent
adverse effects: staining, styling, perm. Shampoo with ginseng root is also favorable for scalp, it stimulates hair growth and prevents hair loss, improves blood circulation and nutrition of hair follicles, gently cleanses hair and scalp.
Contraindications for use
However, despite its useful properties, ginseng has certain contraindications. It is not recommended to use drugs containing ginseng during pregnancy, increased excitability, it is not recommended to give medicines with ginseng extract to children under 12 years. In any case, before using drugs, it is better to consult with a specialist.