Aralia Manchu, whose use in classical medicine began relatively recently, grows in the northeastern regions of China, the Far East, and northern Japan. The people call it "spike tree" or "damn tree." Aralia Manchurian - a small plant, whose height is not more than six meters, with a straight trunk covered with thorns. The flowers are small, yellow-white. The berries of the plant are blue-black, very juicy. In medicine, leaves, bark, berries, buds and roots of Manchurian Aralia are used. The Latin name of the tree is Aralia mandshurica or Aralia elata.
Composition and properties of components
Starch is present in the plant. This substance has an enveloping and softening effect. Its use is recommended for pathologies of the digestive system. Starch provides protection of the mucosa in diseases such as ulcers, gastritis. The substance is also recommended for neurosis, skin lesions, burns, children's diathesis. The useful properties of starch include its ability to accelerate metabolic processes, reduce blood cholesterol levels. Essential oils present in Aralia have an antiseptic, expectorant, antispasmodic effect. These components have a sedative, anti-inflammatory, diuretic effect.
Phytosterols and flavonoids
These substances are actively involved in ensuring the stable operation of various systems. Phytosterols are a substrate for the formation of vitamin D, hormones, and bile acids in the body. They also exhibit anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory effects, hypoglycemic effect, stimulate the activity of intracretory glands and the nervous system. The flavonoids present in the plant help strengthen the capillaries, improve nutrition and stimulate the heart muscle. Useful properties of compounds include pressure reduction, elimination of spasms, choleretic activity. Flavonoids help stimulate the antitoxic properties of the liver, exhibit diuretic and hemostatic effects. Due to the resin content, Manchu Aralia has a laxative, wound healing, antibacterial effect. Aralia contains tannins. They have an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent effect.
Vitamins and trace elements contained in the plant
The composition contains triterpene saponins, iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium, aluminum, chromium. Among trace elements, tungsten, strontium, selenium, molybdenum, manganese, zinc, and nickel should also be distinguished. The plant contains B vitamins. Thiamine (B1) has proven itself as a prophylactic against peripheral paralysis and neuritis. This vitamin is prescribed for skin lesions (itching, eczema, pyoderma and psoriasis). As part of a comprehensive treatment, thiamine stimulates brain activity, improves learning, eliminates the symptoms of fatigue, depression, and mental pathologies. Riboflavin (B2) protects the retina from ultraviolet radiation, the synthesis of stress hormones, increases adaptation and visual acuity in the dark. In addition, B2 is involved in the conversion of saccharides and fats into energy, increases skin firmness and elasticity. Riboflavin is necessary to ensure the normal development and growth of the fetus in the prenatal period, the element protects the cells of the nervous system from the negative effects of various factors, and takes part in the activity of the immune system.
Collection, storage, procurement activities
The roots are harvested in the autumn, in September mainly, and in the spring before the appearance of leaves. The optimal age of the tree is from five to fifteen years. For the preparation of medicines, roots with a diameter of 1-3 centimeters are used. Cut off parts of the plant are thoroughly washed from the soil, and rotten or darkened areas are removed. Raw materials are dried outdoors under a canopy (if there is no precipitation) or at a temperature of not more than 60 degrees in the dryer. Harvested roots are stored for two years. The leaves and bark of the tree are harvested after and during flowering. These pieces of wood are dried at temperatures up to 55 degrees.
Healing properties
Aralia Manchurian has an exciting effect on the central nervous system. This effect is more pronounced than in plants such as Eleutherococcus or Ginseng. Aralia mandshurica does not have a strong effect on blood pressure. At the same time, there is some cardiotonic effect that stimulates respiratory activity. Manchu Aralia preparations are recommended to people involved in work, during which concentration of attention, precise coordination of movements is necessary . When taken in therapeutic doses, the agents are safe. However, at higher dosages, drugs can cause serious side effects. The useful properties of the plant should also include hypoglycemic, restorative, immunomodulating.
Indications for use
Preparations in which Manchurian aralia is present are recommended for diseases of the circulatory system. Assigned funds for rheumatism, vegetovascular dystonia, anemia. Indications include respiratory pathology of an infectious inflammatory nature. To stimulate the immune system, it is recommended that you take flu, laryngitis, acute respiratory infections, and chronic tonsillitis. Effective drugs for the common cold, pneumonia. Funds are prescribed for patients with pathologies of the endocrine, genitourinary system, skin diseases. Recommended therapy for hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus, chronic glomerulonephritis , impotence, inflammation of the prostate. Indications include menstrual irregularities, pustular skin lesions.
Influence on other body systems
Stimulating the activity of the nervous system is another important property possessed by Manchu aralia. Reviews of many people taking plant-based drugs indicate a decrease in psychological fatigue, increased motivation, a surge of strength. Patients note that their mood rises, their ability to concentrate is normalized. A plant can cause a state of euphoria. Another useful property is the hypoglycemic effect. With a decrease in blood sugar, there is an increase in the secretion of growth hormone, a certain anabolic effect. This allows the use of drugs that contain Manchu aralia in bodybuilding. When taking funds, there is an improvement in appetite, an increase in body weight.
The drug "Saparal"
The main component of this tool is Manchu Aralia. The price of the drug is from 169 rubles. The drug has a general tonic effect, stimulates appetite, strengthens the central nervous system, improves sleep, increases glucocorticosteroid function of the adrenal glands. When taking the medicine, stimulation of leukocyte functions, acceleration of oxidative reduction reactions are noted. The drug has a minimal toxic effect. Against the background of even prolonged therapy, complications rarely occur. Means "Saparal", in which there is Manchurian aralia, the instruction recommends taking after a meal a tablet of 2-3 p. / Day. It is advisable to drink the medicine in the evening and morning hours. The duration of therapy is 2 or 4 weeks. After this, it is recommended to take an 8-15-day break and resume taking 1-2 tablets / day. It is recommended to drink the drug long before sleep, to prevent anxiety or insomnia. The drug is contraindicated in persons with hypersensitivity, epilepsy, increased CNS excitability, dyskinesia, high blood pressure.
Other means
Alcohol tincture (in it also the main component is Aralia Manchurian), the price of which is from 30 rubles, is considered a fairly popular remedy. It is recommended not only for increased fatigue, loss of strength, depression. The drug is prescribed as part of a comprehensive treatment of acute respiratory infections, with toothache, periodontal disease. The tool helps to eliminate the symptoms of neurosis that arise as a result of head injury with asthenic syndrome. Tincture is also indicated for urinary incontinence. Drink the drug before meals for half an hour. 30-40 drops are dissolved in 50 ml of water, taken orally. The duration of therapy is from three to five weeks. During treatment, it should be remembered that the drug has a pronounced effect on the central nervous system, so they do not need to be abused. In addition, with prolonged use, the risk of developing hypertension is increased, and taking the medicine in the evening can provoke sleep disturbances.