Medicinal plants occupy a special place in alternative medicine and are widely used in modern pharmacology. One of them is lemon balm. Tincture, prepared on its basis, has many useful properties. This is a storehouse of useful substances, because its composition contains various elements that have a beneficial effect on the human body. This topic is dedicated to this article.
A little bit about the plant
To learn about the beneficial properties of tincture of lemon balm, just familiarize yourself with the composition and properties of the plant itself. It is rich in such substances:
- ethers;
- coumarins and flavonoids;
- sterols and saponins;
- coffee, rosemary, chlorogenic, lilac, vanillic and protocatechuic acids;
- vitamins B 1 and B 2 ;
- tannins;
- carotene;
- chromium, selenium, nickel, molybdenum, vanadium, manganese, copper, zinc.
All these substances have a pronounced beneficial effect on the human body. That is why lemon balm and tincture based on it are not the first millennium widely used in alternative medicine to eliminate a number of ailments:
- lack of appetite;
- nausea and vomiting, including toxicosis during pregnancy;
- intestinal dysbiosis, gas formation;
- trophic ulcers, wounds that heal for a long time;
- increased tone of blood vessels;
- chronic cholecystitis and pancreatitis;
- anxiety, depression;
- coronary heart disease, tachycardia;
- menopausal syndrome;
- dermatitis, eczema and other skin lesions.
From this it can be seen that this remedy of traditional medicine is really able to work miracles to some extent, saving people from various ailments.
The use of tincture of lemon balm
It can be purchased at a pharmacy, already ready, or made independently. But more on that later.
Melissa tincture is most often used as a sedative, as it contains a large amount of essential oils. Therefore, it is effective, but gently affects the nervous system, helps to normalize sleep and relieve irritability. It is often prescribed as an additional drug in the treatment of mental disorders and neurosis.
The tincture prepared on vodka has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system. It contributes to the normalization of blood pressure, as well as strengthening and cleansing blood vessels. If you use tincture regularly, you can expect improved blood circulation and eliminate migraines. In addition, this tool is able to relieve spasms and pain, relieve convulsions.
According to the instructions, tincture of lemon balm is also used for various pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract. It helps to normalize the digestive process, eliminates flatulence and improves appetite. Among the other indications indicated in the instructions, it is necessary to highlight diseases of the genitourinary system - in this case, the alternative drug fights inflammation and eliminates pain during urination.
Tincture is used not only inside, but also externally. It fights skin diseases excellently, helps restore damaged skin areas, in particular, after wounds and burns. Accelerates the process of tissue regeneration, relieves pain and has an antiseptic effect. Often tincture of lemon balm is also used to treat fungal infections of the skin.
External use is also popular in cosmetology. It is believed that this plant has a beneficial effect on the skin of the face and hair. Ideal for oily and problematic skin, fights against acne and acne. It is successfully used for seborrheic dermatitis, eliminates itching and burning of the scalp, and eliminates dandruff.
Recommendations for use
In the instructions for the use of tincture of lemon balm, it is recommended to drink it in the form of a prepared infusion 2-4 times a day after meals, 30-50 ml. To normalize digestion, it is necessary to take it before meals - for 15-30 minutes. The treatment course is 2-3 weeks.
Use in the form of a solution for inhalation is allowed. In case of skin damage, the tincture in its pure form is applied directly to the area that needs treatment.
Despite all the advantages and positive properties of lemon balm, it is recommended to obtain the advice of a doctor before use, especially if there are serious diseases in the acute or chronic course.
Contraindications and special instructions
In some cases, an allergic reaction may develop due to intolerance to one or more substances. It is important not to exceed the dosage. If this happens, gastric lavage is performed to minimize negative reactions.
It is important to know that tincture is able to enhance the effect of antihypertensive drugs, as well as some painkillers. Contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to lemon balm. Children under 7 years old - only on the recommendation and under the supervision of a pediatrician.
How to cook lemon balm tincture? On vodka and water
The first cooking option for pregnant and lactating women, children, as well as people who cannot tolerate alcohol. This is a recipe for cooking on water. Essential Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of dried lemon balm leaves;
- 1 liter of boiling water.
The dried mass is poured with water and left to infuse until it cools down. Adults are recommended to drink 1 glass 3 times a day. For children, the dosage is selected by the pediatrician individually.
Recipe for vodka:
- 1 cup dried lemon balm;
- 0.75 liters of vodka.
Pour the sheets with alcohol and leave to infuse for 7 days. It can be used inside and out in the form of compresses and for the treatment of wounds. Drink the infusion of not more than 15 drops per application up to three times a day.
Reviews
This is one of the few tools that does not need advertising. In the reviews you can find a lot of comments that Melissa really helps to cope with toxicosis of pregnant women, and also stimulates lactation, which many young mothers today unfortunately have problems with - milk quickly “leaves”. They also write that the plant helps to eliminate nervous disorders, normalizes sleep and improves appetite. It also helps for cosmetic purposes - ice cubes are made from the infusion, with which they wipe the face in the morning, add it to various face and hair masks.