This plant is unpretentious and inconspicuous. The people call it "family doctor", "plant life", "green surgeon." And all because of this ugly-looking member of the genus of succulent able, among other things, to "extend" the inflammation and suppuration without surgery. Kalanchoe Degremon - truly "green kit" on the window sill. About him today and we'll talk.
According to the composition of Kalanchoe can be compared with aloe vera. Both plants are mainly used fleshy part from which is extracted the juice. It was there that contains the main useful components:
• a large amount of chlorophyll;
• tannins;
• organic acids;
• volatile;
• flavonoids;
• polysaccharides;
• micro- and macro-elements;
• organic acids;
• antioxidants.
This combination is extremely useful for the human body, so the juice of Kalanchoe for many centuries, is actively used in medicine, cosmetics and cooking.
For treatment is best to use fresh juice of Kalanchoe, but other than that it can and preserve. With proper harvesting juice loses useful properties, but on the contrary, most of them "give" pre-lain in the refrigerator 3-7 days.
Kalanchoe possesses antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic and healing properties. Thanks to this medicine is used:
• as an adjunct in the treatment of gastritis and stomach ulcers;
• in the treatment of dental stomatitis and gingivitis;
• in dermatology in the treatment of various skin diseases;
• the treatment of uncomplicated respiratory diseases and rhinitis;
• in ophthalmology;
• in the treatment of acne scars and blemishes on the face;
• at herpes (the initial stage);
• to prevent vascular occlusion varicose veins;
• gynecology (cervical erosion, and certain inflammatory processes);
• ulcers, festering wounds and burns;
• psoriasis, eczema and warts (using leaves of the plant, previously removed from the skin);
• for the prevention of influenza;
• as a restorative remedy for colds.
However, the juice of Kalanchoe, like any other drug, it is desirable to be taken after consulting a doctor, because even such harmless plant has its contraindications. Namely:
• allergic reactions (though they can be mistaken for a simple rash and runny nose, and thus, Kalanchoe being treated, cause the body to further harm);
• contraindicated in pregnant women;
• Do not take people with a variety of tumors;
• application Kalanchoe contraindicated for people with liver disease;
• Caution should be used for young children (may cause mucosal burns);
• it is not recommended to use in salads, combined with dairy products (can cause stomach upset);
Finally, with all the advantages and healing properties of Kalanchoe, however, is not a panacea. Therefore, people suffering from chronic diseases, count on a speedy recovery only by means of the plant - not too wisely. Be healthy and attentive to your body!
