PINE SYRUP is a natural healing substance. By using it prophylactically all year round, you will avoid antibiotic treatments that burden your body. It is best to collect young pine shoots for the preparation of the syrup in May, and the minerals, carbohydrates and vitamin C they contain will help in the treatment of colds and catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. Do you know how to dose pine syrup?

What ailments does it helppine syrup ? Thick and very sweet pine syrup asmedicineis often used by our grandmothers. This is a specificity that cannot be missing in the treatment of colds. The fragrant syrup is expectorant and bactericidal. It is recommended for problems with the upper respiratory tract and pharyngitis. Pine oil contained in the syrup opens the respiratory system, making it easier to breathe. Vitamin C, carbohydrates and minerals support the body's immune system.

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When to use pine syrup?

Pine syrup is worth taking when:

  • you have a cold;
  • you have a cough and hoarseness;
  • you suffer from pharyngitis;
  • you are diagnosed with bronchitis;
  • you have the flu;
  • you have a runny nose;
  • you feel weak;
  • you are shivering and feeling cold.

The content of medicinal substances in pine buds and shoots

Bitterness- chemical compounds with a bitter taste. Taken in small doses before eating, they stimulate the appetite, have a calming and strengthening effect. Recommended for convalescents and weakened people.

Resin acids- chemical compounds that are the main component of rosin. They are also used in the production of paints and varnishes and as soap additives.

Flavonoids- organic chemical compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antispasmodic properties.

Carbohydrates (sugars)- give the body energy.

Vitamin C- strengthens immunity, neutralizes free radicals.

Mineral s alts- regulate the body's water balance, have a positive effect on bones.

Dosage of pine syrup

Prophylactic: 1 teaspoon in the morning or as a water juice oraddition to tea.

When sick:

  • adults 3-4 times a day, one teaspoon;
  • children, one teaspoon 3 times a day.

The advantage of pine syrup is that it is liked by children for its sweet taste.

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