Yellow-headed dandelions not only delight the eye, but have great healing power. Try to make a tincture of dandelions on vodka.
The properties of this healing liquid will surprise and delight, because they are actually healing.
The benefits of dandelions
All parts of dandelion contain a very valuable substance - inulin. Scientists say that an unpretentious dandelion that occurs literally at every step is a real champion in the content of this substance. Inulin makes tissues regenerate faster, removes toxic substances and toxins, reduces blood sugar and insulin, and restores intestinal microflora. For diabetics and residents of industrial cities, this substance is priceless.
In addition, there are other valuable substances in the dandelion:
• vitamins C, P, A, B1, B2, B4;
• triterpene alcohols;
• microelements, including iron, manganese, phosphorus, cations;
• volatile;
• saponins;
• carotenoids;
• tannins;
• bitterness.
Briefly describe the properties that a dandelion possesses its rich chemical composition, then we need to talk about strengthening the capillary network, lowering blood pressure, protecting against aging and vitamin deficiency, improving vision, preventing strokes and heart attacks, atherosclerosis and liver degeneration.
Traditional medicine based on dandelions protects against cancer, fights colds, treats diseases of bones and joints, nervous, digestive and urinary systems. It is believed that dandelion is so strong that it can even protect against cancer. The use of tinctures from dandelions on vodka can be preventive and therapeutic.
Now imagine that all these possibilities of a miracle plant can be turned into a real product, and this can be done simply, independently and almost for free, and then used as necessary. This product is a tincture of dandelions on vodka, the recipe of which you will find below.
How to collect dandelions for tincture
Dandelion flowering does not last long. At the end of April, yellow “suns” appear, and by the end of May turn into fluffy balls. The stems also change, becoming less and less juicy and more and more solid. While dandelions are blooming, they need to be collected if you want to make a tincture on the flowers.
The day to collect, choose sunny, dry. It is good if the flowers wash with dew, but do not have time to become covered with daytime dust. Such raw materials will remain clean; they will not need to be washed and dried. The tincture will turn out to be more useful.
If the flowers are dusty, they should, of course, be washed with cold water, only very quickly. Then lay out on paper or cloth and dry. Just do not put it in the sun, so that the beneficial properties of dandelion tinctures on vodka remain maximum.
Another option is to prepare an alcoholic infusion on the roots of the plant. The fact is that it is the root system that accumulates a large amount of very useful and valuable inulin. In early spring it is few in roots, not more than 2 percent. Accumulation continues during the flowering period and further, all summer, while the plant lives. Therefore, most of the inulin in the roots accumulates by autumn: by the end of October, its amount reaches 40 percent, although it may be less, but not less than 25 percent.
That's why you need to dig out the roots of dandelion for healing tinctures no earlier than the end of October - beginning of November. The roots must be thoroughly washed, brushed, preparing for the preparation of tinctures.
Vodka Dandelion Tincture Recipes
By and large, it does not matter from which part of the plant you will prepare the tincture, from flowers or roots. And in that, and in another case, a very useful product will be obtained that saves from many ailments. Choose any recipe for tinctures and dandelions.
Tincture on flowers
With clean flowers, tearing the stems, fill the glass jar tightly. Stack dandelions tightly, ramming them. Filling the container with ¾, add vodka or alcohol to the neck. Place the jar in a dark pantry or in a kitchen cabinet. The flowers should be infused for three weeks, during which it should be shaken periodically. On the 21st day, strain the tincture, squeeze the flowers. Pour the liquid into the bottle and store in the refrigerator.
Tincture on the roots
Dry thoroughly washed roots, if they are fresh, then grate. In this recipe, dandelion tinctures on vodka can also use dried roots. If using dried roots, grind them in a mortar. Fresh raw materials need to take 120 grams, dried - 50 grams. Fold the crushed dandelions in a glass container and pour either 500 ml of vodka or 250 ml of alcohol 70%. Insist in the same way as the flowers: 3 weeks in a dark place. If you took alcohol instead of vodka, then reduce the dosage for internal use by half.
The use of tinctures from dandelions on vodka
The finished product can be used both externally and internally. Depending on the problem, you can choose any method.
Outdoor application
Outwardly, tincture is used in the form of compresses or rubbing. Compress is done in the usual way: the fabric is impregnated with liquid, applied to a sore spot, covered with polyethylene, insulated with a fabric. Rubbing is carried out on a sore spot until heat appears. Then you need to lie down and wrap yourself up so that the effect is stronger.
External use of tinctures from dandelions on vodka is indicated for:
• colds, accompanied by cough, chest pain;
• osteochondrosis;
• gouty, arthritic, muscle pain;
• pain in bones and joints.
Compresses are placed on the body in the projection of pain twice a day, preferably in the morning and at night.
Dandelion tincture can turn into a good tool for home cosmetics. For example, it can be used to get rid of freckles and hyperpigmentation. Vodka infusion must be diluted with cooled boiling water in a ratio of one to three. The resulting alcoholic lotion should be treated on the skin where there are hyperpigmented areas.
The tool can also be used to dry acne. In addition, the lotion makes the complexion better, smoother, eliminates traces of acne, prevents rashes. In general, dandelion is good for tissue regeneration, and therefore vodka-based lotion is good for cuts and micro-injuries. If your skin is dry, do not forget to moisturize it after the treatment with tincture.
The use of tinctures of dandelions on vodka inside
Tincture is slightly weak, so for the first time you should not drink more than 10 drops of liquid inside. Gradually, adding 1-2 drops, you need to bring the number of drops to the main dose. Using tincture of dandelions on vodka, be sure to dilute it with water. Just drop the right amount of drops in 70 or 100 ml of water and mix.
According to what scheme to drink: 20 or 30 ml three times a day before meals. The course is 21 days, then a break for a week and a new cycle. In total, you can repeat four courses with weekly breaks, and then stop taking tinctures for one and a half to two months.
What diseases can I drink dandelion infusion:
• colds, bronchitis;
• tuberculosis;
• atherosclerosis;
• swelling;
• weak vessels;
• hypertension;
• obesity;
• constant fatigue, rapid fatigue;
• increased nervous irritability;
• anemia;
• flatulence;
• chronic constipation;
• violation of metabolic processes.
Use the healing properties of dandelion tincture on vodka to restore the intestines after antibiotic treatment. If you make compresses, then you can strengthen the treatment by taking the medicine inside. In addition, it helps boost immunity.
It will be necessary to refuse treatment during the period of breastfeeding or pregnancy, with an allergy to dandelions. Do not drink tincture if the ulcer has worsened or the gall bladder has been removed.
