We use the medicinal properties of horse chestnut for ourselves

Many people know such a plant as horse chestnut, its medicinal properties and contraindications, which have been known since ancient times. It is a very useful and effective species that has enjoyed its popularity for hundreds of years. The tree is especially appreciated due to its ability to favorably influence the protein composition of the blood, which helps prevent the formation of blood clots. Knowing how to take infusion and extract prepared from the fruit will give a quick, positive treatment result.

Horse chestnut - a plant for many diseases

Among the many trees that grow in our area, the horse chestnut is one of the most beautiful and useful. It is often also called the stomach, aesculus. The tree belongs to the large family of sapindaceae. The land of Greece is considered the birthplace of chestnut.

Chestnut-based products have medicinal properties:

• bactericidal;
• hemostatic;
• anti-inflammatory;
• decongestants;
• wound healing.

In nature, the tree can grow up to 25 meters high. The plant's uniqueness lies in its unusual inflorescences, which take the form of a candle. At the end of flowering, fruits are formed in their place.

An effective remedy for hemorrhoids and inflamed veins is chestnut blossom juice.

The fruits are rich in:

• esculin;
• fraxin;
• escin;
• starch;
• tannins;
• vitamin C;
• thiamine.

Chestnut has long been used to treat many diseases. For the preparation of tinctures, ointments, not only fruits are used, but also leaves, bark, flowers. Despite all the medicinal properties of horse chestnut, it also has its own contraindications. In order not to harm health, the product must be applied very carefully.

The infusion should not be drunk for people who have:

• too thin blood;
• ulcer;
• gastritis;
• colitis;
• constipation.

Do not use chestnut-based products for women with an unstable menstrual cycle.

It is strongly not recommended to drink such liquid for pregnant women. This can lead to dangerous consequences.

You can not use the tincture for breastfeeding mothers. It can change not only the taste of milk, but also its composition.

Feature of horse chestnut extract

Its main actions are aimed at strengthening the walls of blood vessels and veins. The extract is intended for the treatment of pathology of the esophagus, rectum, venous insufficiency.

It is also used for:

• runny nose;
• sinusitis;
• bronchitis;
• sore throat;
• atherosclerosis;
• arthritis.

This is one of the most effective treatments for varicose veins.

The extract is often used in complex therapy. Esculin, which is part of the product, is able to accelerate blood flow, prevent blood clots and reduce swelling.

The instructions for the use of horse chestnut extract in liquid form indicate that adults can drink it from 5 to 10 milliliters per day. These figures are the maximum. But in order not to aggravate the condition, you should first consult your doctor.

How to take horse chestnut tincture correctly?

In order to achieve the desired result, you should know how to properly take the horse chestnut tincture. Since the effect of seeds on children is not fully understood, it is not recommended to give such a remedy to young people. This can lead to severe poisoning.And a large amount of funds for a child is fraught with death.

Instructions for the use of horse chestnut tincture:

1. With varicose veins, prostatitis, radiculitis, you should use 30 drops 3 times a day.
2. For the treatment of hemorrhoids and inflammation of the veins of the lower extremities, it is recommended to drink the liquid for the first two days, 1 tablespoon once a day. If the drug is well tolerated, then the amount should be increased up to 3 times a day. The minimum course of treatment is 1 to 8 weeks.
3. To get rid of kidney pathology, the remedy is taken two tablespoons four times a day.

Perfectly copes with puffiness, inflammation and venous disease, an ointment based on the fruits of this plant. It also has soothing properties. It should be applied externally to problem areas up to 3 times a day.

Effective recipes for many diseases

In order to get rid of varicose veins once and for all, it is not necessary to go to the pharmacy and buy expensive medicines. There are various folk methods that can significantly alleviate the condition.

A simple recipe for horse chestnut tincture from varicose veins

To prepare the product, you will need to grind 20 grams of chestnut along with a brown shell. The resulting shavings should be poured with 200 ml of vodka. In this state, the mixture will need to be infused for 20 days. It is better to keep the liquid in a glass container and in a dark place. In this case, do not forget to shake it daily.

After the horse chestnut tincture with vodka is ready, it will need to be filtered using gauze.

When using homemade tincture, it is necessary to monitor blood clotting throughout the course of treatment. For this, it is recommended to periodically analyze.

If everything is prepared correctly, then the homemade tincture will turn out to be no worse than the store one.

Horse chestnut ointment for varicose veins

To prepare the mixture you will need:

• chop flowers chamomile - 10 grams;
• dry sage leaves - 10 grams;
• chopped chestnut kernels - 50 grams;
• starch from potatoes.

Mix all components thoroughly. Add 200 ml of liquid chicken fat to them. In this state, simmer in a water bath for three hours. Then leave for 12 hours at room temperature. At the end of this time, melt the product and then strain.

Infusion for joint pain

You can relieve the condition with tincture. This liquid is used only externally.

You will need to put 50 grams of chopped chestnuts in 0.5 liters of vodka. In order to start rubbing sore spots, you just need to wait two hours.

When preparing the tincture, it is important to ensure that the chestnuts are completely covered with vodka.

Joints that are affected by arthrosis will not bother if they are rubbed with a concentrated liquid. The grains are cut in half or into four parts, tightly folded into a transparent glass jar and poured with vodka and alcohol.

Infusion of chestnut flowers

A similar remedy is effective in the treatment of inflamed veins and hemorrhoids. It is taken internally in 30 drops in the morning and in the afternoon.

To prepare the tincture you need:

• 20 grams of freshly picked flowers;
• glass jar;
• 100 ml of vodka (alcohol can be used).

Place the flowers in vodka and leave for 7 days. Keep the mixture at room temperature. The first results will be seen after 3 weeks.

Anyone who is contraindicated in alcoholic beverages can make a decoction from bark or twigs.

To do this, pour a liter of water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Then put 3 tablespoons of chopped wood in it and simmer on a small fire for 10 minutes. Drink in the morning and in the evening for 0.5 cups (100 milliliters).

Horse chestnut extract is the best way to improve your health. In order for the effect of the treatment to be noticed in a short time, you should adhere to all the rules for taking the drug.