The calendula came to us from the Mediterranean and felt good in our climate. It is characterized by a comprehensive healing effect: heals inflammation, accelerates wound healing, supports the liver. Its intense orange flowers are highly valued in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. They can also be used in the kitchen.

Calendulabeautifies gardens, can be added to vegetable and fruit salads, is used as a dye to give fabrics a deep yellow color. Above all, however, calendula is one of the most universal medicinal and cosmetic plants, which is determined by the extremely rich composition of active substances. It contains saponins and triterpene alcohols and their esters, sterols, carotenoids, flavonoids, coumarins, essential oil. The flower petals also contain mucilage compounds, organic acids, bitterness, resins, polyacetylenes and polysaccharides, vitamin C and mineral s alts. Such a diverse set of active substances and their significant concentration make calendula versatile.

Calendula: protects the stomach

It has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties, thanks to which it destroys microorganisms that may contribute to inflammation of the mucosa and gastric ulceration. In addition, it has a protective effect on the gastric and intestinal mucosa, and additionally stimulates regenerative processes. That is why drinking calendula infusions is recommended for people at risk of peptic ulcer disease, and many studies show that it can also prevent cancer of active stomach and intestinal ulcers.

Calendula: heals inflammation

Calendula has strong bactericidal and fungicidal properties, it can also cope with streptococci and staphylococci. Therefore, it can be successfully used in the treatment of inflammation of the throat, larynx, mouth, and also in conjunctivitis. Rinses can be prepared from an infusion or tincture diluted with water.

Calendula: supports the work of the liver

Accelerates secretory activity - increases the amount of gastric juice and bile and facilitates its flow to the duodenum. Calendula infusions or preparations are used in catarrhs ​​caused by gastric acidity, intestinal catarrh. Since the active compounds contained in calendula also have a diastolic effect in the digestive tract, they effectively relieve pain afteroperations on the stomach and bile ducts.

Calendula: improves skin condition

Perfectly regenerates the skin, helps to deal with almost all its imperfections - blackheads, acne, peeling, prevents stretch marks. Eliminates skin roughness, moisturizes and softens. It also has a smoothing and protective effect thanks to its antioxidant properties. Cosmetics with calendula are recommended especially for problematic, damaged, dry and sensitive skin.

Calendula: strengthens

Thanks to triterpene saponins (similar to ginseng saponins), calendula stimulates the immune system, increasing overall immunity and the ability to defend itself against pathogenic microorganisms. It also increases the activity of the reticulo-endothelial (phagocytic) system and thus enables effective defense against infection. Calendula preparations also help you regain strength after an illness.

Calendula: soothes female ailments

Calendula infusions, used for washing or sitz baths, help to take care of intimate hygiene, eliminate skin irritation, itching, and vaginal discharge. On the other hand, calendula used orally, thanks to its diastolic effect, helps with menstrual disorders and soothes menstrual pain. And thanks to its calming properties, it also alleviates PMS symptoms.

Calendula: reduces stress, improves mood

Calendula essential oil is perfect for aromatherapy - it has relaxing properties, slows down the heart rate and lowers blood pressure. After a stressful day, it is worth immersing yourself in a bath with the addition of calendula.

Calendula: accelerates wound healing

The presence of carotenoids and triterpenes accelerates granulation and healing of any epidermal damage and conditions the proper growth of the epithelium. Ointments with calendula or olive oil are helpful not only in abrasions and minor skin injuries, but also in more serious ones - bedsores, frostbite, inflammation associated with varicose veins.

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