Linden is a deciduous tree that spreads a delicate pleasant aroma around itself during flowering. This plant has long been popular with fans of traditional medicine, because the benefits of linden for the body are undeniable.
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Valuable medicinal raw materials are inflorescences, bark and buds of linden. Flowers and leaves contain many useful substances: vitamin C, carotene, protein, tannin. Here are bioflavonoids, volatile, essential oil.
By the way, the essential oil contained in linden flowers has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and spreads very quickly through the air. Therefore, walking along the linden alleys is considered very useful. However, the greatest effect is obtained when drinking tea, decoction and infusion of flowers and "wings".
In addition, linden branches are very popular among bathhouse fans. Lime blossom is an excellent remedy for fighting various colds. Effective as an adjuvant for the treatment of kidney and bladder diseases.
The infusion of flowers and linden bark is used for diseases of the larynx and upper respiratory tract, especially with protracted bronchitis or severe sore throat. From a debilitating chronic cough, the use of linden infusion, which has a strong expectorant effect, will help.
Linden tea is deservedly considered a surprisingly effective anti-aging agent. You can drink a cup of tea 2-3 times a week and wash with a cooled drink in the morning. The skin will become soft, smooth and retain natural elasticity for a long time.
The linden is able to ensure the normalization of the flow of bile into the duodenum and the process of bile formation. Also, this plant has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, normalizes the secretion of the stomach.
A bath with linden blossom will help get rid of stomach cramps and fight intestinal cramps.
Coal obtained from dried linden wood also has unique healing properties. It is extremely effective in the treatment of tuberculosis. Powder from such coal perfectly helps to eliminate problems in the digestive system, expressed in belching, diarrhea or bloating. And tar, made from it, is used to treat eczema by applying to affected areas of the skin.
Lime bark mucus is used to combat wounds, burns and skin ulcers.
The beneficial effect of linden tea on the female body is proved. The phytoestrogens contained in it help to get rid of pain during menstruation and normalize the menstrual cycle.
To achieve the desired effect, it is important to brew linden tea correctly. It has a soft slightly sweet and astringent taste, the aroma gives off fragrant honey notes. It is best to use dried flowers or bracts to make tea. You need to brew in a ceramic or earthenware teapot. Fill the flowers with hot water (but not boiling water), wrap the teapots tightly and insist for 20-30 minutes. For 200 ml of water, 1 tbsp. l lime color.
It is better not to pour out stale tea. From it you can make ice cubes, which you need to wipe your face daily after washing. The low temperature combined with the beneficial properties of linden will provide a fresh, healthy look on the skin of the face, neck and décolleté.