Medicinal plants. List for the first aid kit

The list of medicines is updated every year with new names. Despite this, many people still continue to use medicinal plants. The list of phytotherapy fans is replenished every year due to the fact that preparations of synthetic origin cause the strongest side effects and allergies. Medicinal plants, on the contrary, can be taken for years due to their unique composition. They contain a number of chemically complex substances whose spectrum of action is very wide.

Along with the usual for everyone, it is recommended to make first-aid kits, in which medicinal plants would be collected. The list of the most necessary is presented below.

Valerian

In herbal medicine, all parts of this plant are used, although roots are the most popular. Valerian is a universal remedy that helps relieve stress and calm the body.

Infusions from the root of valerian are used as sleeping pills. Unlike synthetic drugs with a similar effect, this plant does not cause disturbance of health or dependence. People suffering from epilepsy are also advised to put these medicinal plants in the home medicine chest . Their names are also known to people with disruption of the cardiovascular system, because valerian is able to lower the level of blood pressure.

St. John's Wort

The range of application of this medicinal plant is quite wide. Traditional medicine uses the top part of the plant, as well as its flowers. The infusion of St. John's wort has long been known as one of the strongest means against depression. In addition, decoction from dried plants treat such diseases of the respiratory tract as bronchitis, asthma and cough. Collection of medicinal plants of this species is carried out during flowering. The appearance of the first unripe fruit symbolizes that such plants can not be used for medicinal purposes.

Mother and stepmother

This herbaceous perennial plant attracted people's attention due to the unusual structure of the leaves. Their lower side is warm, and if you apply the leaves to the body, you can feel how they warm. The upper part (the one that remains in the sun) is always cool to the touch. Such unusual properties do not have other medicinal plants. Their names correspond to the nature of this unusual phenomenon.

Traditional medicine suggests using the leaves of this plant, rarely flowers. Decoctions and infusions, which are obtained from leaves, are an effective expectorant and a diaphoretic. They are used during cough of different origin.

Sage

Medicinal plants of Russia are represented by another species, which can not be ignored. This plant stimulates the work of the nervous system. In addition, it is indispensable for the patient during recovery, as it promotes proper adrenal work. It's about the sage. Infusion of its leaves and flowers is recommended for people who suffer from depression and neurotic conditions. Also, the decoction of this plant helps to prevent excessive sweating, which is especially useful for people with tuberculosis, during the menopause, as well as people with excessive sweating of hands.

Regular use of this sage helps to regulate the level of blood pressure for those with whom it was elevated.

Sage leaves are also used for disinfection of the room in which the patient was. To do this, they are burned on charcoal.

Peppermint

Infusion of leaves and ground parts of peppermint is, first of all, the best remedy for the treatment of stomach diseases and intestinal disorders. Not all types of herbs have such a wide range of action, like mint. It increases the secretion of gastric juice, relieves of indigestion and intestinal colic, relieves pain with ulcers. A small amount of peppermint infusion helps to fight against toxicosis in pregnant women, as well as with seasickness attacks.

People who suffer from nervous or heart diseases speak about the healing properties of mint . It is irreplaceable in the home medicine chest in cases where it is necessary to relieve toothache. In order to get rid of migraine, it is enough to attach a few leaves of fresh peppermint to the head.

Milk thistle

Medicinal plants in Russia number more than a thousand species. Some of them, for example milk thistle, are used not only in phytotherapy, but also in traditional medicine. This unique plant is able to protect the liver from toxins, as well as remove from it those that have accumulated (including due to the use of synthetic drugs). For medicinal purposes, all parts of the plant are used: stem, leaves, roots, seeds and flowers. Seeds of milk thistle are used in case of indigestion and anorexia. Also this plant is known for its properties to restore blood. Know about milk thistle and young mothers, since its use during lactation increases the amount of milk.

What you should pay attention to

Most people do not know about all the beneficial properties that medicinal plants have. The list provided here can be continued. But one can not be sure of the complete harmlessness of these plants. Like any other means for treatment, they must be taken in accordance with the recommendations and observe the correct dosage. Self-medication can disrupt the work of the gastrointestinal tract, cause liver and kidney disease. In addition, a serious disease can not be cured, using only medicinal plants. The list of those that you are going to apply is better shown to the treating doctor. He can approve it only after conducting a comprehensive analysis and establish a diagnosis.