The Adam's apple is the fruit of the deciduous large tree of orange mackle, belonging to the Mulberry family. His homeland is South America, where it grows today. Although today maklyura, the photo of which is presented in this article, can be found in the Crimea, Russian southern regions, America and Central Asia. These are quite large fruits and look specific - they resemble an orange in shape, while they have a light green color. Because of this, it is also sometimes called False Orange, Chinese and Indian Orange. Although in the old days maclura was called more romantic - “a gift of God”.
The fruit consists of many dry fruits, while in each of them there is only 1 seed. All this is captured by the fleshy axis of the inflorescence. The fruit in the middle has a sticky white matter and gray seeds. It matures by October. Despite the fact that the Adam's apple has various beneficial properties, it itself is completely inedible. Therefore, such fruits in their pure form are not used, they are processed into a variety of medicinal products, while alternative medicine offers many types of ointments and tinctures. In this article, we will consider what is macular, medicinal properties, recipes based on it, which can be used to improve your well-being.
Tree one - named three
Maclura got its official name by the name of Williams Maclura, an American researcher who devoted himself to the study of this wonderful tree.
The fruits of the plant in the people have different beautiful names. Adam's apple grew, according to legend, in Eden. Its unique healing properties have been known to healers since time immemorial.
In the East, the fruit was called "Chinese orange." There, maclura apple was very much appreciated for having the ability to cure various diseases.
This tree is the closest relative of mulberry. At the same time, even silkworm caterpillars , very selective in food, feed on its leaves.
Homeland
In nature, there are more than 10 species of plants. The maklura pedigree originates in the state of Texas. Here, local residents use this unique tree as a hedge, protecting the territory from unexpected visitors with its thorns.
In our climate, you can find only one species of this plant - it is medicinal maklura, or orange. In the south of the country, trees are grown exclusively for decorative purposes, since they easily tolerate mild winters.
Maclura: medicinal properties and chemical composition
It must be recognized that at the moment, official medicine has not studied this tree very well, but the fruit of the macular has certain healing properties that are well known to everyone. This explains its use in alternative medicine. The fruits of the tree are saturated with juice containing sterols, saponins and bile acids.
In general, the composition of this "fruit" resembles the composition of mulberry - a lot of sugars, fatty acids, pectin, citric acid. But experts consider flavonoid compounds, similar in structure to P-vitamins, to be the most useful and important components. These are very powerful antioxidants with many anti-carcinogenic qualities.
This “bouquet” of useful substances allows you to actively use this plant for medicinal purposes. Maclura, the use of which is widely developed in folk medicine, has an anti-carcinogenic and anti-sclerotic effect, strengthens the immune system, destroys viruses, relieves fatigue and intoxication, strengthens the nervous and cardiovascular system, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the liver and spleen.
Adam's apple is mainly used in the form of topical preparations, among which are ointments and tinctures, the recipe of which will be described in the article below - these remedies are very effective for radiculitis, varicose veins, rheumatism, polyarthritis, various hemorrhagic pathologies, gout, and for the treatment of joints. In addition, the plant maklura found application in the treatment of various skin diseases - dermatitis, eczema, various wounds, as well as skin cancer.
Means from its fruits are also effective in the treatment of various neoplasms (including malignant ones), only in this case we are talking about drugs that need to be taken orally. It is believed that prolonged use of tinctures can help when the cancer launches metastases.
Tincture
As mentioned above, the tincture of the fruit of the maklura tree perfectly helps to combat various neoplasms. Although in this case we are talking about its ingestion, which is dangerous in itself, since these fruits are poisonous (but they also make medicine from snake venom). Next, we learn how to create a tincture of maklura, as well as what its proper use is.
The recipe is very simple - you need to take 500 g of fruit and chop finely, then put the pieces in a jar, and then pour 500 ml of vodka into them. The bank needs to be corked and cleaned in a cool dark place. Vodka should be infused for about a month, but the ideal option is 6 months. It is believed that over time it only gets better. Thus, from the fruits of the maklura tree, the preparation of tincture is completed.
Another option - it is extremely rare to find tincture in pharmacies. Sometimes it is easier to buy, especially if these trees do not grow nearby. Tinctures should be used in accordance with the instructions that are attached to each package, and we will figure out how to use the homemade product described above.
In the 1st week of treatment, take 3 drops 1 time per day before meals. You need to dilute the product in a glass of water and drink. The dose in the second week is increased - they also take 3 drops, but 2 times a day. The next week - again an increase, take already 3 drops three times a day. Thus, the dose of the drug is gradually increasing.
The maximum dose is the number of drops that corresponds to the person’s age, while not exceeding 30.
Further, the dose reduction begins, while it is impossible to stop drinking drops immediately. The reduction is based on the principle of reduction by one drop with each dose, until they reach nine drops per day. It is easy to calculate that the course of treatment generally takes 14 months. If the disease has receded during this time, stop taking tinctures. In the opposite case, the course is repeated.
Maclura, whose medicinal properties are described in detail in this article, thus helps to cope with benign and malignant tumors. Consider the specifics of this tincture - you need to consult a doctor before using it!
Outdoor use of tincture
Having found out what tincture can be cured by ingestion, it must be said that it is used externally. Basically it is used as a very effective remedy for arthrosis, arthritis, calcaneal spur, osteochondrosis and other diseases of the joints and spine. In this tincture of maklura is used in the form of grinding. It is performed before bedtime.
For this, pure natural tissue is moistened in a product, then it needs to moisturize the skin in the treated areas (at the points of localization of pain). Next, the material is removed, while the remaining moisture is carefully rubbed into the skin. Then the treated area must be insulated (for example, with a woolen scarf).
Maclura: medicinal properties, ointment recipes
Adam's apple is most often used in the form of tinctures, although there are also recipes for making ointments. It is used for intervertebral hernia and in the treatment of joint diseases. It is also used to treat mastopathy, hemorrhoids and colon cancer.
In order to cook it, you need to melt pork fat in lard. It is laid out in an even layer one and a half centimeters thick in a jar. Next, take the fruits of maklura and cut them into small slices. They are poured on top of the lard with a layer of 1.5 centimeters. This sequence should be further alternated until the tank is full, while the layer of lard must be upper.
Then the jar is closed with a lid, sealed with dough and cleaned in a water bath for 24 hours. Then the resulting workpiece is transferred to another container so that there is no air in it. It will need to be stored in the refrigerator.
This ointment is used as follows: they heat a spoon and scoop up a preparation from a jar with it. Further, the product is evenly distributed over the natural clean tissue, which is applied to the diseased area of the body. After that, it is wrapped in a warm wool scarf or scarf. Such a compress should be left for four hours, and then removed.
Maclura, whose medicinal properties are given above, thus helps to make a universal and indispensable tool for your first-aid kit - an ointment from its fruits. She has almost no contraindications. It should be noted that it is not recommended for nursing mothers with breast pathology.
Intervertebral hernia
To the place of occurrence of the hernia, you need to attach a piece of tissue, smeared with ointment from the fruits of the tree. Maclura, the photo of which is given in this article, will help to cope with such an ailment. Compress paper should be applied on top , and wrapped in a warm wool scarf. Such compresses need to be done in a day for 3 months.
Sinusitis and adenoids
Maclura has healing properties that allow it to heal a person from these diseases. It is necessary to melt a little ointment, while it should be liquid and not hot. Then it must be instilled twice a day in the nose. For adults, the course of treatment is 3 weeks, and for children - 10 days.
The use of ointments in cosmetology
The ointment also helps with the fight against age spots, in addition, it can relieve acne and smooth wrinkles. Often it is used for ulcers, such as abscesses, boils, chiri. The ointment must be gently rubbed into all problem areas until the skin defects are completely eliminated. Many note the amazing effect of this tool, saying that it quickly enough restores the normal state of the dermis.
Treatment of mastopathy and fibromastopathy
Compresses from such an ointment are also effective in the treatment of fibromastopathy and mastopathy. To do this, you need sheets of cabbage or burdock, as well as the ointment itself. You will need to dip a leaf of the selected plant several times in boiling water, softening it, beat it off a bit so that all the juice comes out, and apply a thin layer of ointment on it. Put the compress on your chest, then cover with a soft, clean cotton cloth, then wrap it with a warm scarf or scarf. The course of such treatment is three months, after a pause it can be repeated.
Maclura: contraindications
As we found in this article, maklyura, the recipes on the basis of which for the treatment of various diseases are described in the article above, can cope with various ailments. This is a poisonous plant. Therefore, before use, it is necessary to consult a doctor and find out about contraindications and a possible side effect. In addition, drugs with maklura do not need to be used by girls during lactation and pregnancy.