Sea buckthorn
All your health in one sea buckthorn berry! With a unique composition and properties. It contains many bioactive substances and an enormous amount of vitamins. You can use everything from sea buckthorn - both the pulp of the berry for juice, the powder of the peel to add to dishes, and the seed oil for healing and cosmetics, and the leaves and bark for tea. Sea buckthorn contains palmitic acid, stearic acid, ascorbic acid, vitamins A, B1, B 2, B 12, E and K, magnesium, various carotenoids, oil, pectin substances, organic acids (linolenic acid, linoleic acid, palmitoleic acid and oleic acid = omega 3, 6, 7 and 9 fatty acids), amino acids, tannins, phenolic carboxylic acids. Antioxidants, flavonoids, phospholipids, glycolipids, lecithin, sterols, tannins, phytoncides, malic acid, citric acid, iron, magnesium, silicon, nickel, calcium, manganese, sulfur, selenium, copper and zinc, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus. Sea buckthorn has a diverse pharmacological effect - anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, astringent, analgesic, promotes the regeneration of damaged skin, healing of wounds and ulcers.
The oil is very helpful in cases of mucosal damage - throat, nose, oral cavity, as well as in the treatment of women's health (in cases of cervical erosion and vaginal inflammation). Externally, the oil is used to treat trophic ulcers, bedsores, non-healing wounds, skin burns, burns caused by X-ray irradiation, tuberculosis, eczema. In men, it improves potency and treats prostatitis, gout. Arthritis and rheumatism. Removes uric acid from the body. Delays the aging process, makes the skin smoother and more resistant. Strengthens hair and prevents baldness. Helps blood circulation, thus promoting oxygen access to cells. Improves the functioning of the brain and nervous system. Has a positive effect on mood and acts as an antidepressant.
In its pure form, we recommend taking no more than 1-3 drops of oil orally per day. Apply drop by drop to the skin (on wounds, burns), or on the mucous membrane with a cotton swab. You can also add a few drops to the body cream, mixing it thoroughly with the cream. After the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap, as the oil stains and can form stains! The diluted (10%) oil can be used in a teaspoon in the morning, on an empty stomach, 30 minutes before meals - for the treatment and prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers, as well as in food.
! Before use for medicinal purposes - consult a doctor!
Do not use: in cases of individual intolerance or allergy. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. We recommend that pregnant women and children coordinate use with their doctor. The oil should not be used by people suffering from hepatitis, acute cholecystitis, pancreatitis and several other gastrointestinal diseases, as well as those taking medications to treat these diseases. The oil may also have a laxative effect. Do not use before surgery and together with blood-thinning drugs, as it may promote bleeding. If necessary, consult a doctor before use.
Juice (diluted with water) and tea (from dried berries) are used to strengthen the body as a source of multivitamins, against anemia, fatigue. Tea - dried berries with leaves - is used against hair loss, rheumatism and gout. This tea helps with colds and viruses, prevents inflammation and helps against poisoning.
Since the juice is very acidic and rich in composition, those who have problems with the digestive system should be careful with its use, as it can irritate it.
How to eat sea buckthorn deliciously?? We combine them with honey - marmalade in pieces (great for children. Even for those who say they don't eat honey and sea buckthorn on a daily basis), marmalade in a jar (pleasant taste and soft texture. With a spoon in tea or add when making layered desserts), sea buckthorn pastilles (a great candy substitute for children), honey with ground sea buckthorn powder (with a spoon when you want to snack. And the jar has a tendency to empty quickly).
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