Woodlouse, or medium starlet, is an annual from the Clove family, an unremarkable weed. It spreads along the ground, covered with hairs, has oval pointed leaves and white small flowers. One plant can produce 15,000 seeds. It turns out that this is a very harmful weed. But stellate contains many beneficial substances.
Useful material
During the research, it was found that woodlice contains vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, C, E), trace elements (iodine, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, phosphorus, selenium, cobalt), phytoncides, alkaloids, tannins, essential oils ... Potassium helps to stop bleeding. With an ascorbic acid content of 70-110 mg, it is a good remedy for scurvy. Iron is essential in the treatment of anemia. Tannins (tannins) cleanse the body of toxins, toxins, radiation, suppress harmful microorganisms in case of dysbiosis and diarrhea.
Tannins are used in lotions and ointments for acne and dermatitis. Vitamin E is a powerful tissue-repairing antioxidant. Vitamin A improves immunity, improves vision, and promotes the growth of the body. Vitamin B1 - improves the functioning of the muscular and nervous systems. B2 - participates in the formation of hormones, erythrocytes. B3 - dilating blood vessels, lowers blood pressure.
Healing properties
Woodlice is used to cure cardiovascular diseases, it increases vascular function, reduces swelling, has a calming effect and improves overall health.
The high content of vitamins and microelements in stellate helps to increase immunity, and antibacterial properties are used in the treatment of diseases of the kidneys, urinary system and respiratory system.
A high content of ascorbic acid is essential in the treatment of scurvy.
Wood lice - a source of iron in the treatment of anemia, increases the number of red blood cells. It has a good effect on the digestive system. Tannins will not allow harmful microflora to develop and reduce inflammation. This is a good help in the treatment of dysbiosis and diarrhea.
Woodlice is used to treat the thyroid gland, liver diseases, joints, cataracts, psoriasis.
Food use
The beneficial properties of starfish have been noticed long ago. It was used for food. Woodlice is good for vegetable salads and can be used as a substitute for spinach. Starlet puree with the addition of onions, carrots, herbs has a pleasant taste. It goes well with fried mushrooms and is suitable for filling pies, dumplings. It is organically felt in borscht, soups, second courses, omelets. A good addition to sandwiches.
Influence on appearance
Wood lice, rich in vitamins and nutrients, have a positive effect on the state of the body and appearance. The condition of the skin, hair improves, and due to vitamin E weight decreases. Compresses with a decoction of woodlice increase the elasticity of the skin, remove acne.
Contraindications
When using woodlice as a medicine, it is better to consult with your doctor, there may be contraindications. It is better not to use it for hypotonic patients - it lowers blood pressure. With an ulcer, alcoholic infusions are dangerous. Individual intolerance is possible.
Using woodlice for food and as a medicine will heal the body, make it hardy and resistant to disease, and improve its appearance. And health is the basis of longevity.
Tatyana
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