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Sunflower propolis oil is considered one of the most effective traditional medicines. It is sold in pharmacies or from beekeepers, but you can make it yourself. The cooking technology is completely simple and can be done by any housewife.
The healing properties of propolis oil
Bee glue, as propolis is also popularly called, for some reason always remains in the shadow of another beekeeping product - honey. It has unique properties that allow it to cope with illness where traditional medicines are often powerless. Propolis does not have a negative effect on the body, which is characteristic of pharmacological drugs.
The biochemical composition of propolis is complex and not fully understood. A scientific center has been established in Japan to conduct research in this area. A lot of experience and knowledge has been accumulated in folk medicine. Scientists have determined that propolis contains:
- tannins;
- resinous components;
- phenolic compounds;
- artipillin;
- cinnamic alcohol and acid;
- flavonoids;
- wax;
- aroma oils;
- about ten vital vitamins (group B - B1, B2, B6, A, E, pantothenic, nicotinic acids and others);
- seventeen amino acids;
- more than 50 types of various microelements (mostly zinc and manganese).
Propolis in vegetable oil contains flavonoids, which impart analgesic, antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties. These substances have a positive effect on the immune system and prevent the activity of most pathogenic microorganisms. Propolis is active against:
- typhus pathogens;
- tuberculosis;
- salmonellosis;
- all types of fungus;
- protozoa;
Propolis prevents infection with smallpox, influenza, herpes, and hepatitis viruses.
You can often get rid of the disease using only propolis preparations. But in complicated, advanced cases, it is necessary to use antibiotics, and use the beekeeping product as an additional agent that enhances the effect of the main treatment, and also helps preserve the integrity of the intestinal microflora.
Along with the antibiotic effect, propolis oil has strong anti-inflammatory properties that prevent destructive processes in the body. It is widely used to heal skin injuries (wounds, burns, etc.). Propolis oil stimulates blood circulation in organs both when used externally and internally, and has an analgesic effect.
Some scientists claim that at certain concentrations, propolis is ten times stronger than novocaine. This allows the use of propolis oil in dental, ophthalmic and burn treatment practice. The best results are obtained when applied topically:
- on damage to the gastric mucosa;
- in gynecology (impregnation for tampons);
- in the treatment of the oral cavity (plates on the gums);
- for healing the skin.
The analgesic effect occurs almost immediately from the moment propolis oil comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes. Its duration of action is at least an hour, sometimes the effect can last up to two hours or more.
Propolis accelerates tissue healing and starts self-healing processes. It promotes the regeneration of the mucous membranes of organs, prevents the appearance of scars and postoperative sutures. Propolis oil has a calming effect on the skin and relieves itching. This property is used for psoriasis, insect bites, foot fungus, burns and other injuries.
Propolis oil used in small quantities enhances intestinal activity and helps relieve constipation. Increases the secretory activity of the stomach, which improves the situation with the hypoacid form of gastritis. Large doses of propolis, on the contrary, stop intestinal activity, which is good for diarrhea.
What is it used for?
The pharmacological effects of propolis oil are quite varied. Therefore, the drug is used both in medicine and in home treatment, sometimes replacing an entire pharmacy. It helps from:
- gastrointestinal problems (gastritis, ulcers, dysbacteriosis, defecation disorders, hemorrhoids, fissures, prevention of pancreatitis);
- respiratory tract diseases (sore throat, flu, bronchitis, tuberculosis, runny nose, pneumonia, nasal polyps);
- gynecological problems (erosion, thrush, colpitis, endocervicitis);
- skin damage;
- diseases of the cornea;
- low or high pressure;
- radiculitis, sciatica;
- cosmetic problems.
Resins, waxes and other beneficial compounds can have an irritating effect on the skin and mucous membranes. But in propolis oil extracts they show only their positive properties, providing a comprehensive therapeutic effect on the lesions.
How to prepare propolis oil at home
Traditional medicine uses propolis ointments prepared with vegetable and animal fats, butter, and petroleum jelly. Such drugs are widely used. Propolis oil is prepared using a cold or hot method, when the components of the solution are subjected to heat treatment.
How to prepare propolis with olive oil
Take a propolis ball and freeze it slightly until it hardens. Then grate on the finest grater or grind with a coffee grinder. Pour the resulting powder with cold water. After an hour, drain the liquid along with the floating particles of the propolis lump. It often contains wood chips, wax, bee particles and other debris. The specific gravity of propolis is greater than that of water, so it sinks down and only the sediment remaining at the bottom should be used to prepare the medicine.
Mix the powder with olive oil heated to +60 degrees (20 g per 100 ml), place in a water bath and stir frequently. The quality of the product will depend on the duration of the temperature treatment.The longer you cook propolis, the more useful substances it will release into the resulting solution. The time should vary from one hour to eight or more. Then the solution should sit for some more time, after which it can be filtered through a multi-layer gauze filter.
Preparation of propolis with butter
For various diseases, a propolis recipe in butter is used. To do this, place 100 g of fat in a fireproof glass container, bring to a boil and remove. At a temperature of +80 degrees, add 10-20 g of propolis to the oil and stir well.
Then put it back on the lowest heat, periodically turning it on and off as it heats up, and cook for 15 minutes, without ceasing to stir the mixture. Then immediately filter through a single layer of gauze. There may be some sediment at the bottom. It is harmless and can also be used for treatment. If the medicine is prepared from low-quality oil, then water will form at the bottom of the jar, which must be drained.
How to prepare propolis oil based on sunflower
Using a hammer or any other available means, divide the propolis ball into smaller parts. Take refined vegetable oil.Mix them together in a blender bowl and beat. It is not recommended to do this for a long time, since pieces of propolis will stick to the knife and it will be very difficult to wash it. Then take a glass container, pour the mixture into it and heat in a water bath for at least an hour, stirring with a wooden spoon or stick. When the solution has cooled, filter it and store it in the refrigerator.
Recipe for sea buckthorn oil with propolis
There are several ways to make a medicine from these two components. The first is prepared in the same way as in the case of olive oil. Propolis is crushed, mixed with vegetable fat, left for an hour in a water bath at a temperature not exceeding +80 degrees, and filtered.
The second method is simpler, but no less effective. In this case, sea buckthorn oil is not heated, and therefore it retains all its original properties. It is necessary to mix the oil base and 10% propolis tincture in one bottle in a ratio of 1:10. Drink 20-30 drops with milk or water an hour before meals for gastritis and gastrointestinal ulcers.
Propolis with burdock oil
At the pharmacy you can buy burdock oil with propolis extract. But for those who want to make medicine with their own hands, there is the following recipe. Mix one part of propolis tincture and two parts of burdock oil. Warm it slightly and rub into the scalp, leave for fifteen minutes. In this way you can get rid of dandruff, strengthen the hair roots, and improve their health.
Rules for using propolis oil
Despite the fact that propolis preparations are harmless, they must be used with great caution.Accumulating in the body, they can suddenly cause an unexpected and quite severe allergic reaction. To avoid this, you need to adhere to the indicated dosages of propolis and instructions for use, and also take on board some useful tips:
- do not use propolis oil for more than a month; with prolonged use, it can have a depressing effect on the immune system and also provoke a cumulative allergic reaction;
- be careful when the drug comes into contact with mucous membranes, since it is in this place that substances are most quickly absorbed into the blood and can cause individual intolerance;
- before use, you need to do a small test - apply 1-2 drops behind your lower lip or on your wrist;
- start taking the drug with small doses;
- avoid overdose;
- Do not use if you have previously had a reaction to propolis or bites of these insects.
Precautionary measures
Propolis oil is a highly allergenic product and can cause a hypersensitive reaction in the body. At the initial stages, it can be weakly expressed and unnoticeable even to the person himself. But if an allergic reaction is not recognized in time, it can eventually take threatening forms in the form of anaphylactic shock, Quincke's edema and other manifestations. Therefore, you need to carefully study the main symptoms of a dangerous condition:
- The digestive system is the first to be hit (disorder, nausea, vomiting, fever, muscle aches and pain, increased salivation, etc.);
- the appearance of skin rashes (rash, redness, urticaria);
- breathing problems (suffocation, shortness of breath, swelling of the nasopharynx or excessive discharge from it, sneezing, asthma attacks).
Contraindications
Although propolis oil is a completely non-toxic drug, you should avoid taking it in large doses. It is necessary to take into account all contraindications for use in order to avoid the development of allergic reactions. In some cases, propolis oil cannot be taken due to diseases of the internal organs, for example, pancreatitis, diseases of the kidneys, liver and biliary tract. Also, propolis preparations are contraindicated for:
- diathesis;
- eczema;
- dermatitis;
- allergic rhinitis;
- hay fever;
- bronchial asthma.
Terms and conditions of storage
Propolis oil, unlike alcohol extract, has a short shelf life. It does not lose its properties for six months, provided that it is placed in a glass container. If the oil bottle is made of plastic, the shelf life is automatically halved. The drug should be kept in the refrigerator, at the bottom or on the side door.
Conclusion
Sunflower propolis oil can be a good helper in getting rid of many serious diseases. In this case, it is necessary to strictly adhere to the dosage and timing of treatment.
