Linden is a deciduous tree that spreads a delicate pleasant aroma around itself during the flowering period. This plant has long been popular with fans of traditional medicine, because the benefits of linden for the body are undeniable.
Valuable medicinal raw materials are inflorescences, bark and buds of linden. Flowers and leaves contain many useful substances: vitamin C, carotene, protein, tannin. There are also bioflavonoids, phytoncides, 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, a walk 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 twigs are very popular among fans of baths. Linden blossom is an excellent remedy for combating various colds. Effective as an adjuvant in the treatment of kidney and bladder diseases.
Infusion of flowers and linden bark is used for diseases of the larynx and upper respiratory tract, especially with prolonged bronchitis or severe sore throat. The use of lime infusion, which has a strong expectorant effect, will help from exhausting chronic cough.
Linden tea is deservedly considered an amazingly effective anti-aging agent. You can drink a cup of tea 2-3 times a week and wash your face with a cooled drink in the morning. The skin becomes soft, smooth and retains its natural elasticity for a long time.
Linden is able to normalize the flow of bile into the duodenum and the process of bile formation itself. Also, this plant has a beneficial effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract, normalizes the secretion of the stomach.
A linden blossom bath will help get rid of stomach cramps and fight intestinal spasms.
Coal obtained from dried linden wood also has unique medicinal properties. It is extremely effective in treating tuberculosis. Powder made from such charcoal is great for eliminating problems with the digestive system, such as belching, diarrhea, or bloating. And the tar made from it is used to treat eczema by applying to the affected skin.
Linden bark mucus is used to fight wounds, burns and skin ulcers.
The beneficial effect of linden tea on the female body has been proven. The phytoestrogens contained in it help get rid of painful sensations during menstruation and normalize the menstrual cycle.
To achieve the desired effect, it is important to properly brew linden tea. It has a mild, slightly sweet and astringent taste, the aroma gives off fragrant honey notes. It is best to use dried flowers or bracts for making tea. You need to brew in a ceramic or earthenware teapot. Pour the flowers with hot water (but not boiling water), wrap the teapot tightly and leave for 20-30 minutes. For 200 ml of water there is 1 tbsp. l. linden blossom.
It is better not to pour out stale tea. It can be used to make ice cubes, with which you need to wipe your face every day after washing your face. The low temperature, combined with the beneficial properties of linden, will provide a fresh, healthy-looking skin on the face, neck and décolleté.
