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Bird knotweed is a relatively small plant that is often treated as a weed. Knotweed has oblong leaves and inconspicuous red-white-green flowers. It also has many he alth properties. The use of knotweed is wide - from immediate help in the treatment of wounds and ulcers to the treatment of diseases of the urinary system. Get to know the bird knotweed, also known as pig grass.
Knotweed (Polygonum aviculare)is a plant that grows all over the world. Most often we can meet her in the northern hemisphere. The bird knotweed is not large - it reaches up to 50 cm in length, and it blooms from June to October. It has white and red flowers with a little green color. Knotweed is considered a weed, grows wild and loves the areas around rivers. However, it has numerous he alth properties. And many names: wireworm, tongue sparrows, pig's grass and acorns.
Bird knotweed - properties and application
Bird knotweed, which we underestimate the plant very much, contains numerous compounds to which it owes its medicinal use. In it we find:
- flavonoids (avicularin, hyperoside, quercetin),
- tannins,
- silica,
- salicylic acid,
- vitamin C,
- vitamin K,
- coffee acid,
- provitamin A,
- sugars and mucilages.
For healing purposes,dried herbbird knotweed is used.
First of all, knotweedprevents the aging process of the body . It works because it contains a lot of flavonoids, i.e. compounds with anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antiatherosclerotic, diuretic, antibacterial, antiviral and antiallergic properties.Has anti-inflammatory propertiesknotweed strengthens the content of salicylic acid.
Bird knotweedhas a diuretic effect , which is why it is used in the treatment of urinary tract diseases - cystitis, nephritis and kidney stones. It is also used in the treatment of edema, as well as in rheumatic diseases and hypertension.
Folk medicine also appreciatesastringent and anti-hemorrhagic effectsknotweed and is recommended in the treatment of heavy menstruation, as well as as a remedy for problems with blood clotting.
Bird knotweedit is recommended for people with stomach ulcers, as well as for respiratory system diseases as an expectorant (thanks to the mucus content). Infusion of dried bird knotweed herb can be used internally and externally. Externally, it will be useful for washing wounds and ulcers, the healing of which speeds up. In addition, it is multiplied withto garglein the case of inflammation in the mouth.
Rdest ptasi - for beauty
The infusion of bird knotweed improves the appearance of skin, hair and nails - remember that knotweed contains silica, which has a very positive effect on our appearance. On the other hand, if we need help with acne problems, we can use masks made of fresh herb (crushed with a mortar and water).
Knotweed - contraindications
With long-term treatment with bird knotweed, supplementation with vitamin B1 should be started - the diuretic properties of knotweed affect its flushing out of the body, which may result in deficiencies. In addition, preparations with knotweed must not be used in case of allergy to sun rays, angina, phlebitis, tendency to gain weight, herpes, diabetes and heart attacks.
As always, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before taking the herb.