The basis of Altai folk medicine is the use of maral root (Leuzea safflower). This amazing and inconspicuous-looking plant has received official recognition and is included in numerous biological supplements that help restore a person’s energy potential, increase male strength, and return women to their former beauty and freshness.
Compound
The chemical composition of Leuzea safflower is a combination of macro- and microelements, as well as polysaccharides, antioxidants, vitamins, resins, tannins, steroid compounds, flavonoids, organic acids and lipids. The effect of the beneficial substances contained in the root is as follows:
- Steroid bonds are represented by two elements - ecdisthene and inocosterone. These phytoectisones stimulate the immune system, increase stress resistance and physical endurance, and increase sexual desire.
- The polysaccharide inulin is a connecting link in the body’s absorption of mineral and vitamin complexes, as well as in their proper distribution throughout cells and tissues.
- Essential oil prevents phlegm from accumulating in the bronchi and lungs and produces an adequate immune response to colds.
- Vitamins C and E have a beneficial effect on the blood and have a rejuvenating effect on the body. Vitamin E is especially valuable for women approaching the threshold of menopause.
- Macroelements (manganese, iron) regulate the number of red blood cells, normalize thyroid function and facilitate carbohydrate metabolism. Manganese is involved in optimizing the functioning of the central nervous system.
- Microelements (cobalt, copper, chromium, magnesium, zinc) compact the bone structure, participate in hematopoiesis, promote the transport of nutrients through the bloodstream, lower blood glucose levels, and regulate protein metabolism.
A detailed decoding of the composition of the substance became known relatively recently, but the Altai people have been using the medicinal properties of the maral root for many decades, contraindications and instructions for which you will find below.
What is maral root? Composition, description, photo
On the alpine meadows and banks of the Altai and Sayan mountain rivers you can find a herbaceous perennial with lush feathery leaves. Scientists call it Rhaponticum carthamoides, but among the people the names “deer grass” and “deer root” have taken root.
The straight stems of the plant stretch up to 1.5 meters in height. The leaves are feather-shaped with a serrated edge. The purple inflorescences turn into round achenes in the fall.
The most valuable part of Leuzea is considered to be the rhizome - thick, brown, with long shoots.
It contains a wide range of healing components, including:
- Phytoecdysteroids. These organic compounds actively and effectively fight pathogenic microbes, heal wounds and accelerate the synthesis of muscle proteins.
- Essential oil. It eliminates pain, cramps and nausea.
- Inulin. This natural prebiotic regulates intestinal function.
- Organic acids. They maintain the balance of microflora in the digestive tract.
- Flavonoids. By preventing cell oxidation, antioxidants prevent early aging.
- Coumarins. By thinning the blood, they prevent blockage of blood vessels.
- Tannins. Tannins dry wounds and strengthen artery walls.
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Useful properties of Leuzea
Homemade infusions and pharmaceutical preparations with Leuzea are useful for both men and women. To improve reproductive functions, it is advisable to take water-based medicine, and to improve overall well-being, it is better to use alcohol-based tinctures.
Like any medical product, maral root has medicinal properties and contraindications. Therefore, it must be taken with caution. It has the following beneficial effects:
- Increases immune defense.
- Accelerates the restoration of skin when damaged.
- Increases vascular permeability.
- Helps develop resistance to stress and strengthens the nervous system.
- Increases performance.
- Quickly eliminates the consequences of alcohol, food, and toxic poisoning.
- Accelerates muscle building.
- Starts the rejuvenation process.
The use of deer root tincture is justified as part of the complex treatment of any tumor formations, including oncological ones.
Medicines based on Leuzea
The plant is used to improve body tone, to restore strength after operations and to eliminate hormonal disorders. Traditional and folk medicine offer infusions, extracts, and tablets from dry roots of Leuzea.
Tincture of maral root in vodka or alcohol
Alcohol tincture can be found in any pharmacy, or you can make it yourself. For this, 70% alcohol and raw materials are prepared. 10 g of dry roots are crushed and poured with 100 ml of alcohol. The mixture is transferred to a place completely protected from light and left for three weeks. For treatment, 20-30 drops are diluted with water and drunk no later than 30 minutes before meals. Drink this remedy up to three times a day, and the first dose should be on an empty stomach. Its use is indicated for hypertension, for renewing strength after a long illness, etc.
You can make a tincture with vodka, but you just need to choose the highest quality and purified vodka. For this recipe you will need:
- 200 g dry root;
- 1 liter of vodka, 40% strength.
Pain reliever and anti-inflammatory agent
The components are mixed in a container and transferred to a warm and dark room. The mixture must be infused for two weeks. For preparation, you can use crushed roots, which, after infusion, are filtered through cheesecloth. If the main ingredient was in powder form, then the tincture can be consumed along with it - the healing properties are only enhanced. You should take this drink three times a day, one teaspoon at a time. One liter of tincture is enough for two months, after which it is advisable to take a two-week break or take the drink as prescribed by the doctor.
Infusion
To prepare a healing infusion yourself, you need to take 1 tsp. crushed root and pour 200 ml of boiling water. The product is infused for at least 3 hours, after which it is strained. Drink the infusion, one-third of a glass, up to 4 times a day, always before meals. The duration of treatment should not exceed three weeks.
This infusion is useful for headaches, problems with appetite and potency, and nervous system disorders.
Powder
Leuzea does not lose its medicinal properties even in powder form. To prepare the mixture, grind the dry root using a coffee grinder and mix with liquid honey in a ratio of 1/10. Take 1 tbsp mixture. l. per day as a tonic. Professional athletes use powder from the root to restore the body after heavy exertion.
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