Antlers are young, not yet ossified antlers of red deer (deer) with a spongy structure during their periodic growth. The antlers are filled with blood and covered with skin with very fine hair. Later, when the deer's horns harden, this skin disappears.
Antlers Marala
In ancient times, in order to obtain deer antlers, the animal was killed. Today's technologies are much more peaceful; antlers are cut off from May to August, when male deer are most active, and antlers easily grow back.
This procedure is harmless and painless for the animal, because deer have the natural ability to shed and regrow their antlers every year. From one deer you can get 8-9 kilograms of antlers.
Red deer (maral) is one of the most revered animals of Altai. Nomads believed that deer, like people, have a soul, and it continues to live after the death of the deer. He has been respected since ancient times: scientists are confident that petroglyphs depicting deer, which are not uncommon in Altai, were of a magical nature. Fairy tales were told about deer, they were considered intermediaries between worlds, and it was also believed that killing more than two deer a year was dangerous for life, even for its continuation in another world.
Who discovered the magical properties of deer antlers?
The healing properties of antlers were mentioned in ancient Chinese mythology, where deer were revered as constant companions of the gods, and in the writings of an ancient Roman doctor. Later, deer antlers were widely used in Chinese and Korean healing systems.
They say that the ancient Chinese and Tibetans knew about deer antlers already 3 thousand years ago. Thus, in “Jud-shi,” the oldest textbook on Tibetan medicine, deer antlers are mentioned as a remedy that strengthens weakness and increases strength, as well as heals purulent wounds. But there is a possibility that the ancient inhabitants of Altai themselves knew about deer antlers and their therapeutic abilities.
The fame of the unique properties of antlers came to Russia in the 18th century, but they began to study the properties of this product in detail in the 30s of the 20th century. Since the end of the 19th century, deer have been bred in captivity to produce antlers; in Russia, this is primarily in the Altai Republic.
Altai deer antlers
Altai deer antlers are an amazing natural product in terms of their healing power, because Altai deer live only in a very small area. Attempts to breed it in other regions were unsuccessful - the quality of the antlers dropped sharply.
The most interesting thing is that antler deer are found both in the Carpathians and in the northern countries, but products based on Altai antlers receive the most admiring reviews. Perhaps the fact is that here the air is especially clean and healing in itself, as it is rich in a variety of chemical elements: both the mountains and the herbs of the Altai region, which are found only in this region, played a role. And if you consider that these herbs are also used as food for deer. Such a miracle cannot be bought for any money.
What is the secret of the deer antlers?
They are soft and very rich in blood vessels, and in the spring they grow at a truly insane rate: 2 mm per day. Thus, in a couple of months, a deer can produce about a quarter of a hundredweight of antlers. All this requires the animal to have a huge concentration of all its deer resources, but the deer’s antlers grow while receiving the maximum amount of nutrients and macroelements.
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Many men who take medications made from Altai deer antlers notice a positive effect on their health, rapid progress in the treatment of diseases and an improvement in overall well-being.
Composition of deer antler
The composition of deer antlers is very diverse - they include amino acids (total and free), collagen, vitamins and macroelements and microelements.
Among the macroelements in antler are iron, calcium and magnesium, sodium, phosphorus and potassium. Microelements in antlers are manganese, selenium, cobalt, copper and zinc, as well as iodine.
What beneficial properties can be found in antlers?
Firstly, Altai deer antlers contain 18 amino acids out of 22 that occur in nature. Secondly, antlers contain as many microelements as are not found in any artificially created vitamin complex that can be bought at a pharmacy: phosphorus, calcium, nickel, potassium, silicon, and sodium. Thirdly, glutamic acid, nitrogen, lipids, proline and glycine, enzymes, enzymes, and much more.
Benefits for men
The beneficial properties of deer antlers are used to treat and prevent many diseases, rejuvenate, and improve immunity. It is a natural stimulant and adaptogen.
Adaptogens are supplements of natural origin that stimulate the body’s nonspecific resistance to harmful influences of a physical, chemical and biological nature.
Now pantotherapy is used more as an adjuvant for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the male genitourinary system:
- sexual dysfunction;
- prostatitis;
- urinary incontinence;
- used to prolong the age of sexual activity.
The positive effect of reindeer antlers on men's health is a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect. Often problems in this area are associated with asthenic syndrome - loss of strength. This is a consequence of chronic overwork, lack of sleep, stress, and may be a consequence of an infection.
Preparations made from reindeer antlers do not directly affect sexual activity or potency. However, due to the huge content of vital elements, panto-containing dietary supplements heal the entire body, indirectly restoring spermatogenesis, improving blood flow in the pelvic area, and enhancing potency.
Preparations have been specially created to support men's health. They contain deer antlers and other additives for a comprehensive solution to men's problems.
Healing properties of deer antlers and application
Even ancient Chinese healers assured: fragile horns treat blood diseases and heal wounds, increase sexual desire in both men and women. The healing properties of antlers were very useful during the Second World War: “deer medicine” helped treat bedsores and wounds, and contributed to the recovery of soldiers after difficult operations.
In folk medicine, antlers are used in a variety of ways: they are boiled and eaten raw, alcohol tinctures and powder mixtures are prepared, mainly with herbs.
But the use of deer antlers is much wider. The biochemical composition of young horns provides the following properties:
- general strengthening and tonic;
- healing and anti-inflammatory;
- reduce blood pressure;
- strengthen and stimulate the immune system;
- increase performance, physical and mental.
In addition, deer antlers are an excellent natural antidepressant that does not cause any addiction, and an adaptogen that helps the body adapt to new conditions and easily tolerate unpleasant changes.
The unique composition of antlers ensures their use in cosmetology: powder from the antlers themselves or dry pantohematogen can be added to creams and lotions - this rejuvenates and tones the skin, relieves point inflammation.
In Eastern medicine, treatment with deer antlers is also carried out for infectious diseases and exhaustion, heart diseases and joint diseases, tuberculosis and gout. Since the main composition of antlers is blood, they are excellent for anemia.
They treat antlers and sexual problems - impotence and frigidity.
Where are deer antlers used?
Such a luxurious composition allows the use of antlers to treat diseases of a wide variety of human organs.
- Antler-based products are used to treat the musculoskeletal system, muscles and ligaments. These include sprains, bruises, fractures, and dislocations. They are effective in the treatment of osteochondrosis, osteoarthrosis, arthritis, joint pain of various origins, muscle pain and spasms, neuralgia, and problems with the vertebrae.
- Deer antlers in any form, be it baths, teas or medicines based on them, cope well with trophic disorders and diseases of the cardiovascular system, be it varicose veins, venous insufficiency, dystonia, angina or coronary artery disease.
- With their help, they also treat diseases of the nervous system: VSD, neuroses, panic attacks, chronic fatigue syndrome, asthenic conditions. They are also suitable for childhood diseases of the nervous system.
- The use of antlers-based products is important when recovering from operations and simply serious illnesses.
- It is also possible to use deer antlers for the treatment of peptic ulcers, diseases of the pancreas, gastritis, for diseases of the skin and blood, for sexual dysfunction and to increase potency, for the treatment of infectious diseases, in order to speed up metabolism and the functioning of the digestive system, during menopause , for quick recovery after any injuries. The list is almost endless.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications for taking panto-containing products:
- atherosclerosis;
- blood clots and increased blood clotting;
- chronic kidney disease;
- cancerous tumors;
- arterial hypertension;
- diarrhea of unknown origin;
- age under 12 years (due to lack of research);
- acute inflammation and exacerbation of any disease.
Possible side effects:
- allergic reactions;
- headache;
- skin itching, burning;
- arterial hypertension.
The likelihood of side effects increases if the dosage of panto-containing drugs is not observed.
Interaction with other drugs and alcohol
Medicines and dietary supplements made from reindeer antlers are not prescribed:
- with anticoagulants,
- calcium salts
- agents that stimulate intestinal motility.
Drinking alcohol during treatment may increase the risk of side effects.
How to take deer antlers?
- The modern pharmacological market offers antlers in a wide variety of options:
- antlers powder or pressed powder tablets;
- alcohol antler tinctures (including herbal ones);
- herbal balms with antlers;
- concentrates for antler baths.
Preparations containing antlers are also very popular - these are pantocrine and pantohematogen (dry, liquid and pills).
The courses of use of drugs based on antlers depend on their type, usually 10-20 days, up to 4-6 times a year.
And if deer baths are possible only in Altai, then tea from deer antlers can be made at home. To do this, you will need cutting from deer antlers - so-called slices. They need no more than 3 grams. They are poured with a glass of boiling water and waited for an hour and a half. You need to drink 2-3 approaches per day.
For alcohol tincture, 50 g of slices are poured with vodka (500 ml) and left for one month. Take at least 18 drops three times a day. But homemade pantocrine is obtained only from frozen deer antlers and during infusion it needs to be shaken every day.
Decoction of antlers with herbs
To prepare the decoction you need
- 1 tbsp. Mix 1 liter of crushed reindeer antlers with a spoonful of golden and maral root and add 0.5 liters of water. Cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Strain the broth and take 100 ml 5 times during the day until 18:00.
The method of consumption with honey is also interesting.
- mix honey and powder in the proportion of 1 part antlers to 5 parts honey. Leave, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, for 3-4 weeks. Take 1 teaspoon in the morning on an empty stomach, dissolve under the tongue. The course is 1 month.
Antler baths
An absolutely amazing way to use deer antlers is antler baths , in which the properties of antlers are fully revealed.
While medicines based on horns have existed for a long time, baths for a long time were available only in maralniks - farms where antlers are harvested. Today, special concentrates are on sale, and you can take healing antler baths at home.
Antler baths have a rejuvenating effect on the skin, help remove toxins, perfectly relax after a hard day of work and improve blood composition.
- The use of antler baths is also recommended for diseases such as:
- cardiovascular (varicose veins, hypotension and hypertension);
- nervous system – neuroses, radiculitis;
- musculoskeletal system – osteochondrosis, arthritis, muscle strains;
- gynecological;
- skin problems.
You need to take such baths for 10-15 minutes, the treatment course is 10-12 baths every day or, if desired, every other day.
Where and in what form can I buy deer antlers?
You can buy deer antlers simply dried, in powder form, or fresh frozen. By the way, it is simply impossible to buy them cheap, because it is not easy to get antlers: it is very difficult to raise these animals on farms, it is impossible to hunt wild ones, and it is very difficult to cut off the antlers of a wild deer.
However, a high price also does not necessarily guarantee quality: there are always plenty of fakes. Therefore, if you want to buy this product, you need to look for a well-established supplier.
