Plantain contains tannins, pectins, citric acid, vitamin C, saponosides and phytoncides. It also contains a lot of mucus, oil, protein and sugar. Among the medicinal plants, it has the strongest antibacterial effect, proven back in 1958, when phytoncides were discovered in it. It works for various inflammations of the skin and mucous membranes, for the treatment of purulent processes and wounds, especially for staphylococcus aureus. It is used for catarrh of the respiratory organs, as well as inflammation and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract due to the action of mucus and tannins.
The saponins contained in the burdock root help expectoration. They accelerate the secretion of mucus from the bronchi, thin thick secretions and facilitate expectoration.
Thymol contained in thyme and menthol have a mild antiseptic effect and reduce mucosal inflammation.
The addition of vitamin C enhances the prophylaxis and treatment of various infections. Vitamin C increases the phagocytic power of blood cells - leukocytes and thus the body's resistance to microorganisms. It is one of the most effective antioxidants. Vitamin C is water-soluble and the excess is excreted from the body, so there is no possibility of overdose. The daily requirement for vitamin C in an adult is 75-100 mg. One tablespoon (15 ml) contains 15 mg of vitamin C.
Linden honey contains a number of vitamins (B1, B2, B6, E, K, C, provitamin A, etc.), plenty of enzymes (enzymes), about twenty minerals, the most important of which is potassium. It also contains phytoncides that have bactericidal and antimycological effects.
Honey regulates blood pressure, normalizes heartbeat, anemia, disorders of the digestive and respiratory organs, and relieves nervous and psychological exhaustion.
