The resort towns of the North Caucasus have long been famous for their healing springs. The most popular, along with the well-known Borjomi and Narzan, are the Essentuki mineral waters. A whole series of drinks is produced under this brand, and all of them are medicinal. When using them, they usually adhere to the recommendations of a doctor, who prescribes a certain regimen for taking healing water, depending on the disease. Is it possible to take Essentuki mineral water for preventive purposes? In these cases, follow the instructions and recommendations that are indicated briefly on the labels of glass and plastic bottles. Subject to the necessary rules, the life-giving fluid will undoubtedly have a beneficial effect on the body. This article describes how to drink the Essentuki-4 and Essentuki-17 mineral water.
What diseases are Essentuki mineral waters used for?
The main area of treatment, of course, is gastrointestinal tract diseases. But besides this narrow specialization, water is also widely used for other health problems. For example, a fluid helps regulate the body's metabolism, lower blood sugar, and reduce excess weight.
Mineral waters "Essentuki " - general recommendations for use:
- to obtain a therapeutic effect, use in small quantities (half a cup), not using it as a simple means to quench your thirst;
- the most healing effect of water is in the form of heat;
- it is desirable to eliminate the “carbonation” of the drink, for this it is poured in advance (for example, at night) into a glass to evaporate air bubbles;
- strictly follow the prescribed schedule of admission: depending on the disease, you should usually withstand a certain time period before eating;
- It is recommended to undergo course treatment for a month, repeated two to three times a year.
What diseases use Essentuki-4 mineral water?
The peculiarity of this water is a combination of two types that have the opposite physiological effect. Therefore, "Essentuki-4" is used to treat diseases of the stomach with both high and low acidity. Also, water can be used for the following diseases:
- uncomplicated stomach ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
- chronic form of colitis and enterocolitis;
- hepatitis, cholecystitis is not in the acute stage;
- chronic pancreatitis;
- postcholecystectomy syndrome;
metabolic disorders: gout, obesity, diabetes, oxaluria, uric acid diathesis, phosphaturia;
- chronic forms of diseases of the bladder and kidneys.
How is Essentuki-17 mineral water used?
With almost all of the above diseases, Essentuki-17 water can also be used. But it is worth considering some features of the treatment. For example, due to the high content of mineral compounds, it is not recommended to drink water with increased excretion and acidity of gastric juice. Also, do not use it for diseases of the bladder and kidneys, as the formation of new stones is possible. Drink water with caution and in inflammatory processes of the liver in the acute stage due to the danger of increased bile flow. It is for this reason that Essentuki-17 is used for therapeutic tububes. It is most expedient, along with drinking life-giving drinks, to carry out comprehensive rehabilitation in special health resorts and sanatoriums, using other methods, such as electrophoresis, baths and therapeutic diets.