Second after ginseng, universal medicinal raw materials in Chinese medicine are lemongrass. This woody curling plant is valued not only by folk healers, but also by supporters of the traditional approach. The berries of magnolia vine in pharmacology are used for the production of tonic medications, drugs that stimulate the work of the liver and the cardiovascular system.
Useful properties of lemongrass
The fruits of the described plant are unique in composition. They contain:
- organic acids (wine, apple, lemon);
- mineral salts;
- vitamins;
- micro, macro elements;
- Sahara;
- tannins;
- saponins;
- pectins;
- anthraquinones;
- essential oils;
- glycerides of fatty acids.
But the berries of Chinese magnolia vine are really valuable thanks to the biologically active substances Schisandrina and Schizandrol. These compounds are natural stimulants of the nervous system.
The combination of these components explains the useful properties of the fruits of the plant:
- adaptogenic;
- stimulating;
- tonic;
- restorative;
- exciting.
The magnolia berries support the immune system, help in the treatment of endocrine and cardiovascular diseases, normalize blood pressure in hypotension , stimulate respiratory and digestive activity.
Application of Chinese magnolia-berries
In its raw form, fruits can not be consumed, they are used to prepare broths, tinctures, tea.
The simplest drink from berries can be prepared by yourself.
Recipe for medicinal tea
Ingredients:
- fruit of magnolia vine - 15 g;
- boiling water - 300 ml.
Preparation and use
Stretch or crush berries, pour them with boiling water. Put a container of fruit and water on a weak fire. After 15 minutes strain the broth, let it cool. Take 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of this drink 2-3 times a day strictly until 19 pm.
It is also easy to make an alcohol solution.
Tincture recipe
Ingredients:
- fruit of magnolia vine - 50 g;
- alcohol 95% - 250 ml.
Preparation and use
Grind the berries, combine them with alcohol in a glass bottle. Tightly seal the container, insist at room temperature (up to 24 degrees) in a dark place for 10 days. Each day, shake the contents of the bottle. At the end of the period, filter the tincture. Take 40 drops of medication up to 3 times a day for 3.5 weeks.