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In the autumn-winter period, the risk of developing influenza and respiratory diseases, such as angina, bronchitis, pharyngitis or laryngitis, significantly increases, so during this period it is worth spending money on dried linden flowers and drinking syrups, infusions or teas prepared on their basis. The biologically active substances contained in them, such as flavonoids, phytosterols, mucus and tannins, have anti-inflammatory and diaphoretic effects and accelerate recovery.
What’s the best way to use linden flowers to treat flu or sore throat? Why is it worth drinking linden infusion right before bedtime? What does this have to do with detoxifying the body? Answers to these and other questions can be found below.
How does linden affect the body?
Lime owes its healing properties to the biologically active substances contained in it. The most valuable are flavonoids, phytosterols, mucus, tannins, mineral salts, vitamin C and PP. The combination of these ingredients gives the linden tree anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and diuretic properties. In addition, it also has a diastolic effect and stimulates the secretion of gastric juice, thereby effectively supporting the digestive system and accelerating the digestive processes.
Lime for colds and flu
The raw materials used in natural medicine are dried linden inflorescence. This is part of many drugs. It is most commonly based on teas and syrups, which are used to treat colds and flu. For example, linden extract has antipyretic properties and is very useful in combating viruses and bacteria that infect the human body. However, linden flowers, in addition to antipyretic and diaphoretic properties, also have expectorant and protective properties and thus support the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract such as tonsillitis, bronchitis, laryngitis or pharyngitis. It is best to gargle with this herb. On the basis of linden flowers, you can also prepare infusions for inhalation, in which you should add elderberry or rose hip flowers.
Linden infusion speeds up digestion, and the mucus contained in linden flowers fantastically stimulates the digestive system and supports its work. They speed up the digestive and metabolic processes, improve bowel function and alleviate digestive problems, and also contribute to the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, as they significantly accelerate the secretion of digestive juice.
Linden infusion soothes the nerves
Linden flowers are extremely soothing. An infusion based on them is especially recommended for people struggling with neuroses, and those who are under severe stress. A glass of the product drunk in the evening will fantastically relax and ensure a sound and sound sleep.
Linden infusion removes toxins from the body
Linden flower infusion also has a diuretic effect, helping to cleanse the body of toxins and waste products of metabolism. As a result, it will work more efficiently and become more resistant to the diseases that attack us.
Linden – external use
Linden flowers can also be used – as gargles, compresses or inhalation – externally. They help soothe inflammation and irritation of the skin, as well as take good care of it – they regenerate and make the epidermis more elastic.
How to prepare linden infusion?
Linden infusion is easy to make at home. It is enough to put 1 tablespoon of dried linden flowers in a glass, pour boiling water over it and let it brew for 20 minutes. The effect of the infusion can be enhanced by adding raspberry juice or honey (preferably lime). (To preserve the healing properties of honey, the infusion must be cooled). It is best to drink lime tea three times a day, a cup.
Contraindications
Linden infusion should be avoided by people who are allergic to linden pollen, as well as pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under 12 years of age.
