Internally: Has a beneficial effect on the state and efficiency of the nervous system. Chicory root improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, and contributes to lowering blood sugar levels. Enhances metabolism, significantly reducing body weight.
Method of application and doses: Grind into powder, pour 1 teaspoon with cold water (200 ml), and put it on the heat. Bring to a boil, infuse for 5-10 minutes. It is recommended to take one-third of a glass before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance.
Externally, the powder of marl has resorptive and whitening effects. For adolescent acne, marl powder is mixed to the consistency of sour cream with 3% hydrogen peroxide or a 5% solution of boric acid. It is heated in a water bath and rubbed into the facial skin, wearing rubber gloves. After 30 minutes, the mask is washed off.
In places of bruises, pigmentation on the face, bruises, and hematomas, a mixture of 1 part marl powder and 30 parts vegetable oil, preferably olive oil, is rubbed. This is also a good distracting remedy for muscle pain.
For oily seborrhea, slowly add 3% hydrogen peroxide or a solution of boric acid (0.5 teaspoon per 0.5 cup of water) to 1 teaspoon of marl powder, stirring. The mixture, with the consistency of sour cream, is heated in a water bath and warm rubbed into the hair roots once every 5 days.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance. Do not apply around the eyes, do not use on dry and thin facial skin, in the presence of superficial vessels, and with increased hair growth on the face.
Internally. This remedy improves overall well-being, reduces cholesterol levels in atherosclerosis with predominant involvement of the aorta and coronary vessels. It creates a favorable background for various cardiovascular diseases, rheumatocarditis. It enhances mental performance, reduces fatigue during physical exertion, improves hearing and vision, is beneficial for mild forms of diabetes, and aids in enhancing male potency.
Method of use and dosage: Roots in a 1:1 ratio are infused in 40% alcohol, infused for 2-3 weeks, strained, and taken at a dose of 15-20 drops 2-3 times a day 30 minutes before meals in the first half of the day.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance, arterial hypertension, myocardial infarction, hypertensive crises, febrile conditions, acute infectious diseases.
Internally. Taken to stimulate the immune system, prevent and treat bacterial diseases, viral flu, chronic inflammations, poliomyelitis, herpes, and also used in skin grafts. Echinacea helps with arthritis, hepatitis, cystitis, leukemia, sepsis, prostatitis, and prostate hypertrophy.
Method of use and dosage: The tincture is prepared at a mass ratio of 1:10 in 70% alcohol. Take 20-30 drops 3 times a day. Decoction: 1 tablespoon of crushed leaves is poured with 200 ml of boiling water, boiled with a closed lid on low heat for 5 minutes, and strained. It is consumed throughout the day in small portions.
External use: Used for psoriasis, eczema, trophic ulcers, first-degree burns, frostbite, and severe bedsores.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance.
Internal use: Infusion of leaves lowers blood sugar levels and promotes the dissolution of kidney stones in diabetes.
Method of application and dosage: 2 tablespoons of raw material are poured with 400 ml of boiling water, infused for 2 hours, and taken in 1/2 cup 4 times a day before meals.
External use: Used as an enema for hemorrhoids. 60 g of raw material is poured with 1 liter of boiling water, boiled in a water bath for 30 minutes, infused at room temperature for 10 minutes, and strained.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance, overdose, and prolonged use.