Sad as it may seem, but in the 21st century, diseases attack a person more and more persistently. He, of course, is in no hurry to give up on them and begins to fight for his he alth. But this can be done in different ways: someone rather runs to the doctor, someone prescribes treatment on their own and goes to the pharmacy, and someone, not wanting to absorb excess chemicals, calls for traditional medicine to help.
Our article is just addressed to representatives of the latter category, and its main character will be a tree. Alder, birch, linden, chestnut, oak - all this (as well as hundreds of representatives of the flora) are excellent healers who can overcome a variety of, sometimes very serious he alth problems. But today we will talk about only one of them. The miraculous alder tree will help you absorb healing energy, clear your thoughts and relieve ailments.
Tree guarding he alth
Alder is a tree (see photo below), belonging to the birch family and very common in Russia. You can recognize it by its gray-green crown and leaves with small notches. Sometimes it grows more like a bush. But an alder tree or a shrub is completely unimportant in terms of its miraculous healing powers.
The use of alder in folk medicine is so widespread that one wants to give readers universal advice. Whatever happens to you, look for this saving tree! Alder is able to heal wounds (including purulent ones), boils and burns, stop nosebleeds and bleeding gums. For these purposes, you need to collect intact leaves, rinse them thoroughly (this is extremely important, since they will be in direct contact with the damaged surface!) and attach to the sore spot.
Dysentery, indigestion of various origins, enterocolitis and other gastric diseases can also be trusted with alder. In this case, healing seedlings are used - a decoction is prepared from them. Alder flower catkins are also good to have on hand: tincture on them is very good for hemorrhoids and constipation. A decoction of them is drunk and applied topically for diathesis and eczema. Therefore, young naturalists, do not pass by when visiting the forest.
A whole pantry of medicinal properties has been accumulated in alder cones. They have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory effects, and are also good antispasmodics and analgesics. Decoctions and tinctures from alder seedlings, cones and catkins are prepared according to the classic recipe for preparing such potions.
Your strength is in the alder
For those who believe in the energy potential of trees, we hasten to inform you: alder is a tree with very strong energy. Standing, leaning against its trunk, is good for headaches, stress, nervous tension. However, it is not important hereoverdo it: too long contact with alder is fraught with increased or occurrence of headaches, disorders in the cardiovascular system and physical exhaustion.
In a word, remember: the alder tree is your friend and caring doctor, but you need to use its help in moderation. Otherwise, all the benefits can turn into harm. However, like any medicine!
