Rosehip has long been known for its healing properties, so it is widely used for the preparation of various dishes and drinks. The fruits have a regenerating and anti-inflammatory effect, and also contribute to the increase of the body's defenses.
Especially useful are decoctions and dogrose infusions that can be easily prepared at home. At the same time, there are certain contraindications to the use of such a berry, and before starting treatment it is necessary to consult with a doctor.
The composition and benefits of wild rose
Rose hips are especially appreciated for vitamin C, which is considered a natural antioxidant. The fruit contains several times more ascorbic acid than lemon and black currant. The benefits of vitamin C are obvious, because it is not only responsible for normal immunity, but also improves the functioning of all organs, and also helps to avoid the development of various pathologies, including oncology.
Rose Hip contains a lot of vitamin A and E, as well as B1, B2, K and PP. The use of rose hips has a positive effect on the state of the organs of vision and the process of blood formation in the body. In addition, with the help of such a berry, it is possible to avoid a violation of blood clotting and make the vessels more elastic. The dog rose contains many minerals, in particular potassium and calcium, which are necessary for normal body metabolism and strengthening of bones.
You can also highlight the following beneficial properties of wild rose:
- accelerates wound healing;
- helps with the treatment of tuberculosis;
- considered to be a source of iron in the body;
- normalizes the process of digestion.
With regular use of wild rose, it is possible to get rid of gallstones and dissolve them into small grains of sand. In addition, the berries have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect and are effective in hypovitaminosis. Rosehip is often used for uterine bleeding, stimulates the work of the sex glands and accelerates bone fusion after fractures.
How to harvest fruit
One of the main ways of harvesting berries is dried rosehip. Removing large amounts of moisture from fruits allows them to be stored for a long time. With proper drying in the hips, all nutrients and vitamins are retained. The most correct way of harvesting is considered to be drying the fruit in a cool oven for a long time.
It is best to collect wild rose in dry weather, so that they are not softened by moisture. It is necessary to collect only fully ripened and even slightly overripe fruits. When dried, the berries have a sweet taste and aroma. It is best to harvest different kinds of wild rose in August or September in warm weather.
Gathering berries, you need to prepare them for drying. You need to carefully sort out the fruit and remove the berries with rot, as well as spoiled and affected by pests. Do not remove the stem and the cerebellum in the berries, as this will lead to leakage of the juice.
Selected dogrose must be washed, put on a colander and let drain water. Put berries on a paper towel in a dark, well-ventilated area. If you cut the fruit in half, it will speed up their drying. It should be remembered that it is necessary to harvest the fruit in a place where the sun's rays and other light do not penetrate. The fact is that under the influence of direct sunlight is the destruction of vitamin C in the hips.
Dried berries spread out on a baking sheet or a special grid and put in a cold oven. Increase the temperature gradually to 60 degrees and keep the berries in the oven for about 7-8 hours. In no case is it allowed to put a briar right in the hot oven at once, as this may lead to the destruction of vitamin C and other beneficial substances. After drying, the berries should be scattered on a dry surface and let them cool at room temperature. It is recommended to store the fruits in a clean cardboard box with the lid tightly closed.
Cooking a healthy broth dogrose
For the prevention and treatment of many pathologies, it is recommended to use fresh hips or decoction based on them. The drink is prepared quite quickly and simply, you can use different parts of the plant.
At home, you can make broth hips according to the following recipe:
- 20 grams of berries pour a glass of water and simmer on the fire for 10 minutes under the lid.
- Prepared drink leave for a day, then strain and drink 2 times a day before meals.
- Store this drug is allowed in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days.
You can chop the fruit in a mortar and pour boiling water at the rate of 10-15 grams per cup of liquid. Put the resulting mixture on the fire and boil for 2-3 minutes, then pour into a thermos. After 3-4 hours, the broth is ready for use, but before taking it is recommended to filter it. This is due to the fact that hairs can damage the mucous membrane of the digestive tract.
Rose hips has many beneficial properties that are effective in treating cholelithiasis. You can make a decoction of the peel of the fruit, pour a tablespoon of vegetable raw material with a glass of boiling water. The mixture must be infused for several hours and then taken for two weeks. After the dosage should be reduced by half and drink a decoction during the day for 4-5 receptions. The duration of treatment with this decoction is 3 weeks.
Therapeutic recipes for rosehip infusion
For the preparation of wild rose broth, you need to take 10 medium-sized berries, pour 400 ml of water over them and draw for 24 hours. Take this broth is recommended 3 times a day, and best before meals.
For the treatment of colds and for the manufacture of cosmetics widely used decoction based on rosehip petals. To prepare it, you need 100 grams of whole petals, pour 200 ml of hot water and put the mixture on high heat for a few minutes. After this, remove the broth from the heat and pour into a glass container, well closing it with a lid. After 12 hours, the infusion is ready to use, it is recommended to take it in 50 ml several times a day.
For the preparation of alcohol tinctures, you must scald the boiled water over a glass of dried rose berries and soak in 500 ml of water. After the fruits swell, drain the water and pour them into a glass jar. Add 250 ml of 70% medical alcohol, 70 grams of sugar and a liter of boiled water. Capacity to close tightly and put to insist in a dark place. Periodically shake the jar, a month later, the alcohol tincture is ready for use.
How much can you keep a decoction
It is best to do the broth hips every day that will fill the body with a variety of vitamins and nutrients. The broth prepared from fruits can be stored in the refrigerator no more than 2 days. When used too long, the decoction loses its properties, becomes tasteless and the fermentation process begins.
The broth prepared from a dog rose can be frozen, having spilled it in molds for ice. Such cubes are recommended to be packaged in packages and put into the refrigerator, where it can be stored for a long time. Cubes can be used as an additive to any cold drink or as a cosmetic.
Contraindications and possible harm to wild rose
Despite the many beneficial properties that dogrose has, if it is used improperly, negative consequences can develop. If there is any doubt about whether to use the tool, it is recommended to consult with a specialist.
Rosehip has some contraindications to use, and before using drinks you must ensure that there are no allergies.
This question is especially relevant for nursing mothers and those who suffer:
- gastritis;
- thrombophlebitis;
- heart failure;
- endocarditis;
- hypotension;
- peptic ulcer disease;
- problems with blood clotting.
When preparing means based on wild rose, one should not make them too concentrated, that is, add a large number of petals or shoots of a plant. This is due to the fact that such drinks can adversely affect the state of the enamel of the teeth. It is not recommended to mix tools based on wild rose with alcohol and other alcohol-containing products, as this may cause an increase in blood pressure.
It is important to remember that it is not allowed to take any means of traditional medicine too often and for a long time, as this can lead to obstructive jaundice and impaired kidney function.
Interesting information about dogrose
Experts have found that wild rose activates the gene, which is responsible for the production of collagen and cartilage cells that control the condition of the joints. The fruits of this plant on the content of carotene exceed several times such a leader as carrots. Carotene is a powerful antioxidant and immunostimulant, and its entry into the body helps to reduce the likelihood of developing cancer several times.
Broth hips has a blood-forming effect, so it is recommended to drink with such a pathology, as anemia. An interesting fact is that it is possible to determine time by the colors of wild rose: they open at 4-5 in the morning, and close at 7-8 in the evening.
Rosehip is considered one of the unique and healing crops, which is widely used to treat various pathologies and their prevention. The constant use of fruits will allow you to save energy for many years and avoid health problems.
