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Lime is a plant whose healing properties are well known. Linden tea has been used for years for a sore throat or runny nose. It is also great for colds and flu, but has many more properties. The linden flower infusion can also be used externally for skin care. What else makes linden a unique plant?
Lipa – a handful of basic information
Lipa is a tree closely related to the Slavic culture that can measure over 30 meters. Many specimens live up to 300 years. The Czechs and Slovenes consider lime as their national tree. What’s more, her image appears on many coats of arms and flags. Poles also appreciate the lime tree, of which we can find many mentions in the culture. Interestingly, the name of the month of July comes from the name of this tree.
The oldest Polish lime growing in Cielętniki was at least 600 years old. Unfortunately, in 2017 the tree was destroyed by the hurricane of Xavier. Interestingly, it was a place of pilgrimage for some time. According to a local superstition, its bark had a healing effect. Anyone who bit a piece of it could count on a miraculous healing. At one point, the linden tree was so crowded and gnawed by tourists that the relevant authorities had to fence it with a net.
The appearance of the linden depends on the age. Young specimens have a smooth bark, slightly greenish in color. Older trees, on the other hand, have cracked trunks and brown or dark gray bark. For many people, the first association with linden is honey. The flowers of the tree give off an intense honey scent, and the tree itself is often besieged by bees.
In Poland, we can find two species of wild-growing linden, i.e. small-leaved and broad-leaved linden. We can often see small-leaved linden at homes. It is planted in parks and gardens, as it is both a decorative and functional plant. In turn, broad-leaved linden grows mainly in the south of the country. Both species are used for the production of medicinal infusions and syrups, and their flowers can also be added to baths.
Lime – healing properties of linden tea
The healing properties of linden stem from its composition, rich in vitamins, minerals and health-promoting substances. In linden flowers you can find, among others, phytosterols, flavonoids, mucilages and tannins, mineral salts, organic acids, as well as vitamins C and PP. Thanks to the content of so many ingredients valuable for health, linden has various properties.
It has a diuretic, slightly diastolic effect, stimulates the secretion of gastric juices, and thus increases the amount of bile flowing into the duodenum. In addition, linden infusion reduces the tension of smooth muscles, so it is recommended for digestive disorders and metabolic disorders.
Interestingly, linden also has a calming effect. A glass of linden infusion will help in the states of excessive nervous excitability, chronic stress, nervous tension or anxiety attacks. It can even be drunk by the elderly and young people. In addition to the linden tea, you can also calm down by taking a warm bath with the addition of dried linden flowers.
The health-promoting properties of linden make it one of the best ingredients in natural cosmetics. It can be successfully used for the production of home rinses and compresses. It is especially recommended for people with acne-prone skin as it soothes irritations and inflammation. Many women like to use linden compresses that make the skin smoother. What’s more, the linden rinse will also work as a natural conditioner for damaged hair.
At medonetmarket.pl, you can order Vianek moisturizing body milk containing oil obtained from linden. It has a softening, smoothing and anti-inflammatory effect on the skin of the whole body. Linden extract is also one of the ingredients of the moisturizing Vianek hair conditioner, which combats the problem of frizz, makes it easier to detangle and adds shine.
Lime tea for colds
The plant is known primarily as a natural remedy for colds. It must be admitted that in this matter it is no less effective than many synthetic drugs. Lime tea for colds was used, among others, by pre-war generations. The plant offers many substances that attack viruses that cause infections.
The effectiveness of the lime infusion results mainly from the vitamin C it contains. It supports the immune system responsible for the fight against microorganisms. Thanks to it, free radicals are removed from the body, because it is an antioxidant, and additionally extremely powerful. Moreover, it protects against respiratory diseases and allergies. Thanks to the vitamin C present in linden tea, wounds heal faster.
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Linden tea is helpful in fighting persistent cough. Thanks to the mucous substances present in it, the mucous membranes gain additional protection. This makes the coughing attacks milder over time. In addition, drinking linden tea infusion is useful in treating other infections. It is recommended to drink it immediately before going to bed to reduce the persistence of night coughs.
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The action of vitamin C is supported by the rutin present in linden tea. The substance can be found in the composition of many cold medicines. Nevertheless, taking it in its natural form gives the best results. The ingredient has a beneficial effect on the immune system as it is an antioxidant. People involved in herbal medicine suggest that after drinking linden tea not leave the house, because linden has diaphoretic properties.
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Opinions on this subject are divided. It should be remembered that the drink has a diaphoretic effect. Thanks to it, the blood supply to the skin increases. This can be risky for pregnant women. In their case, there is a risk of blood outflow from the placenta, which may result in hypoxia of the child and thus pose a serious threat to his health.
Linden infusion can also harm nursing women. However, if we decide to drink it, remember to regularly consume a sufficient amount of fluids. Otherwise, the body could become dehydrated. Nevertheless, both doctors and pharmacists do not categorically prohibit drinking linden during pregnancy. There are still no specific data that would confirm the undesirable effect of the drink in question.
Linden tea – preparation
For the preparation of linden infusion, we will need dried linden flowers, which we can both buy in a herbal shop and prepare ourselves. Just put a teaspoon of raw material into your favorite cup or mug and pour boiling water over it. Before drinking the infusion, let’s cover the vessel in which it is located and wait 10-15 minutes. To improve the taste, you can add a teaspoon of honey or raspberry juice to slightly sweeten the bitter taste of linden tea.
Anyone who has a moment of free time can prepare the drought, which will be used to make linden tea. Harvest should be done at the end of June and July, preferably on a warm day. We will judge whether a given plant is suitable for harvesting by the appearance of its flowers. If we notice that they are just opening, and there are donuts in the crowns, it means that they are already suitable for making an infusion of them.
Herbalists suggest that the flowers from which we prepare the linden infusion should be collected from trees far from the roads. Then the risk of collecting the raw material contaminated with exhaust gases will be small. However, proper processing should not be forgotten. The flowers should be washed with water and placed in a dark, airy place until they are dry. If we do not have the possibility to collect flowers ourselves, let’s go to a herbal store, for example, where we can find a wide selection of linden droughts.
Yes. However, just drinking linden infusions does not guarantee that we will start losing unnecessary kilograms overnight. Nevertheless, linden tea has diuretic properties. Thanks to it, we will get rid of excess water from the body.
As a result, the body will not be “inflated” because the swelling will disappear with the water. It is also worth mentioning that linden contains quercetin, a compound from the flavonol group that soothes inflammation and limits the development of fat cells.
The use of linden is wide and it is not limited only to the aforementioned beverages. You can also prepare a nourishing bath from the plant.
To prepare it, you will need:
• linden flowers (50 g),
• calamus rhizome (30 g),
• lavender flowers (20 g),
• targets wrzosu (20 g),
First, pour two liters of boiling water over the herbs. Then we cover the container and let it rest for half an hour. After straining the infusion, we can pour it into the bathtub. The bathtub should be filled with water to 1/3; the water temperature should be around 38 degrees Celsius. Put the linden flower and other herbs into a linen bag and dip it in water. To feel the power of lime, it is enough to immerse yourself in the water for 15-20 minutes.
Lipa offers not only wonderful flowers, but also high-quality wood. The raw material has been eagerly used by sculptors such as Wit Stwosz for centuries. In addition, it is a favorite tree of bees because it offers them life-giving nectar. Linden honey is appreciated all over the world for its taste and health benefits. It is a great addition to winter teas as it has a warming effect.
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Lipa — opinions
Consumers appreciate linden mainly for its health-promoting properties. Due to the fact that it is a tree that grows all over Poland, you can easily pick its flowers and leaves and prepare an infusion, bath or face compress and rinse. Many people drink lime tea preventively in autumn and winter, when it is easiest to catch a cold.
A popular solution is to combine linden with fish oil. Both supplements help fight fever and increase the body’s overall immunity. Linden tea is appreciated by people working in warehouses, halls and other large human centers, which are often habitats for bacteria and viruses. Also try LIPOTERM syrup with vitamin C and linden, which supports the fight against infections and fever.
Linden flower extract is often a component of moisturizing cosmetics intended for the care of dry skin. So if you struggle with the problems of dry skin, we recommend a moisturizing face wash lotion, a day cream and an intensely moisturizing night cream from Vianek. Cosmetics are available on the Medonet Market.
Lime – contraindications
Drinking linden infusions can also dehydrate the body. So remember to drink enough water to keep him hydrated. Unfortunately, the linden flower increases the burden on the heart, so people suffering from such ailments should not drink it either. Overuse of linden infusion can lead to problems with the nervous system and eyesight.
Linden infusion is diuretic and can strain the kidneys. Therefore, people with kidney problems should not abuse it. Administration of lime infusion to pregnant women also raises doubts. Every pregnant woman who wants to drink linden tea should consult a doctor beforehand.
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