Content
- 1 What determines the medicinal properties of galangal tincture with vodka?
- 2 What does galangal tincture with vodka cure?
- 3 How to prepare galangal tincture
- 4 Recipes for tincture of galangal root
- 5 How to take galangal tincture
- 6 The use of alcohol tincture of galangal in cosmetology
- 7 Restrictions and contraindications
- 8 Conclusion
Galangal tincture has been used in Rus' for a long time and is known for its beneficial properties. However, this plant should not be confused with Chinese galangal, which is also a medicinal plant but is a completely different plant from the ginger family. In Russia, under the name of galangal root, Potentilla erecta is used for treatment. It is this plant that you need to ask at the pharmacy if you need to prepare a galangal tincture to treat any disease.
What determines the medicinal properties of galangal tincture with vodka?
The use of galangal in folk medicine is due to its astringent, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and hemostatic properties. The rhizomes are rich in tannins of the protocatechin group, from 7 to 22%. It is worth noting that in young (3-4 years) specimens the concentration of these elements is 2 times less than in older plants (5-8 years). The largest amount of them accumulates in the budding phase, that is, at the very beginning of flowering.
A tincture from the rhizomes of the plant has a strong local anti-inflammatory effect, due to which the drug is widely used to treat skin diseases, to heal wounds, and to combat external hemorrhoids. This is again due to the pronounced effect of tannins, which create a protective film on the surface that protects tissues from mechanical, chemical and bacterial effects, which, as a rule, accompany inflammatory processes. At the same time, the lumens of the blood vessels narrow and their permeability decreases.
The plant contains the following substances:
- vitamin C;
- trace elements (K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn, Co, Cr, Al, V, Se, Ni, Sr, Pb, I, Br and others);
- tormentillin glycoside;
- essential oils;
- tormenthol ether;
- phenolic compounds, including quinic, gallic, salicylic and ellagic acid;
- polyphenols;
- wax;
- resins;
- phlobaphenes (red pigment);
- starch;
- Sahara;
- tannins;
- triterpenodes;
- tiliroside;
- flavonoids;
- gum.
Medicinal raw materials contain a wide and varied range of useful substances. According to reviews, tincture of galangal rhizomes is used for hernia and tumors of the esophagus, jaundice, gastritis, ulcers, hepatitis and many other diseases.
What does galangal tincture with vodka cure?
In Rus', people have long been familiar with the galangal herb; tinctures and other medicinal forms were prepared from it. Every housewife considered it her duty to stock up on the root of this plant for the winter, since throughout the year it served as a reliable remedy for many diseases. It was used for diseases of various organs and systems:
- Gastrointestinal tract: flatulence, diarrhea, dysentery, hemorrhoids, colitis, enterocolitis;
- respiratory tract: as an expectorant;
- dermatological problems: wounds, cracks, burns, eczema, frostbite;
- in dentistry and otolaryngology: for applications and rinsing the mouth;
- for pathologies of the liver and bile ducts;
- for joints and muscles: rubbing with alcohol tincture for gout, rheumatism, arthritis;
- for gynecological problems, hormonal imbalance that causes uterine bleeding;
- to enhance male potency.
The Zaporozhye Cossacks knew about the ability of galangal root to increase male strength. A tincture made from this medicinal plant was popular. In addition to its amazing healing effect, it also had excellent taste. Therefore, brave warriors did not neglect this medicine and were always in shape and in good spirits.
For its wonderful properties, galangal root has been called whatever it is. One of these names is “mighty plant”; it eloquently testifies to how highly this plant was valued among people. It was not unreasonably believed that galangal could save a person suffering from dysentery and stop even the most severe diarrhea. At that time, many people died from this disease.
How to prepare galangal tincture
There are various recipes for preparing galangal root tincture. This plant has been used in folk medicine in various countries for many centuries, so there are many preparation options. The easiest way is to dig up the root of the Potentilla erecta, wash and dry. Then boil well, and dilute the resulting broth with alcohol to a strength of 30-40%.
You can prepare the tincture in the following way: pour 3 freshly dug roots with a bottle of high-quality vodka. Leave for up to 2 weeks.
An old recipe for galangal milk is also known. Its essence is as follows: grind 5-6 galangal roots into powder, pour in 1 liter of vodka. Keep in a warm place for 10-15 days, shake.
What to insist on: alcohol or vodka
Homemade galangal tincture can be made with alcohol, then it will be of a medical nature. If you use vodka, this drink will most likely become a table drink. In this case, galangal root can be used either alone or in combination with other ingredients that complement and enhance its medicinal effect or taste.
Collection and preparation of raw materials
Potentilla erecta is an inconspicuous plant with small single flowers with only four yellow petals. It grows in small bushes with several stems, the height of which is no more than 20-30 cm. For medicine, the root of galangal grass is of great interest - powerful, woody, red-brown in color. It is in it that all the medicinal properties of this plant are concentrated.
Galangal grass grows in meadows, pastures, forest edges, clearings, and dry, dark places. But most of all it loves humidity; in damp places it reaches its greatest size. The maximum content of nutrients in the root is concentrated in autumn or early spring. It is during these periods of the year that the medicine is usually prepared.
The best time to collect is October. The dug up roots of galangal need to be washed with cold water to remove dirt, and the lateral shoots should be trimmed. Sometimes you come across slightly rotten roots in the ground. They need to be cut until a brown, red tint appears on the cut instead of black.
Restoration of cinquefoil rhizome reserves in nature occurs faster than in other similar plants. After collecting the raw materials, a lot of seeds remain in the soil, which give rise to new young plants, and within a few years they become suitable for medicinal preparations. You can re-collect raw materials in the same place once every 7-8 years.
The roots are removed from the ground, washed, crushed into 0.5 cm cubes, and dried in different places:
- in the oven;
- in the attic;
- under a canopy;
- in an electric dryer.
It is best to keep the prepared roots in a cool oven or on a heating radiator for several days. After this, cut into small pieces and dry. This method allows you to preserve more biologically active substances, the composition of which will determine the benefits and harms of galangal tincture.
Recipes for tincture of galangal root
Additional ingredients are often added to recipes for medicines containing galangal. They enhance the existing properties of the drug and provide new opportunities. Thanks to this, the scope of application of galangal root tincture in vodka is significantly expanding.
With cinquefoil
This type of tincture of galangal root will help with joint pain, serve as an immunostimulant, and relieve many diseases, for example, leukemia, lymphosarcoma. It effectively restores cartilage tissue and removes excess salts from the body. Tincture of galangal with cinquefoil is a reliable treatment for:
- radiculitis;
- arthritis;
- osteochondrosis;
- gout;
- growths on fingers;
- polyarthritis.
In gynecology, tincture of galangal root helps with uterine bleeding, fibroids, and hormonal imbalance. In gastroenterology, it treats gastritis, ulcers, and also helps eliminate cholesterol and normalize digestive processes.
Ingredients:
- cinquefoil (chopped roots) – 200 g;
- galangal – 100 g;
- vodka – 3 l.
Drink 1 tbsp. l. tincture diluted in 50 ml of water. Take three times a day before meals for a month.Then take a break from 10 to 30 days and repeat the course. Do this 3 times.
With ginger
Galangal tincture is often prepared with ginger; there are a variety of options for its preparation.
Ingredients:
- galangal – 40 g;
- ginger – 40 g;
- sage – 40 g;
- mint – 40 g;
- anise – 40 g;
- alcohol – 1 l.
Mix everything and leave for 2.5 weeks. Then add 1.5 liters of drinking water and distill the entire solution through a distillation apparatus. Then leave again for the same amount of time as the first time. Filter through a waffle towel or thick cotton cloth. If you replace alcohol with vodka, then there is no need to dilute it with water.
Tincture “Healing”
Ingredients:
- galangal – 40 g;
- anise (seeds) – 15 g;
- dill (seeds) – 15 g;
- ginger – 3 g;
- vodka – 1 l.
Leave everything for 2-3 weeks, shaking occasionally. Filter and then you can take it.
Tincture “French”
Ingredients:
- galangal – 40 g;
- cardamom – 40 g;
- ginger – 40 g;
- cinnamon – 40 g;
- cloves – 40 g;
- anise – 40 g;
- vodka – 3 l.
Pour vodka into a jar, add spices and herbs. Shake everything, close the lid. Leave for up to 3 weeks.
With moss
Reindeer moss, or reindeer moss, is a strong immunomodulatory agent that helps the body survive the cold season. It has a strong antibacterial effect and is active against tubercle bacilli. Can stop severe diarrhea, infectious processes, enhances potency in men.
Ingredients:
- reindeer moss;
- galangal;
- vodka.
Prepare and insist as in all previous cases.
With licorice
Galangal tincture itself is a little bitter; to soften the taste, you can add licorice root to the drink.
Ingredients:
- galangal root (ground) – 1.5 tsp;
- licorice root – 1 tsp;
- coffee – 5-6 beans;
- vodka – 0.5 l.
Close the lid tightly and leave for 3 weeks in a warm room. Then store in a cool place in a darkened glass container.
With prunes
Ingredients:
- galangal root – 5 tsp;
- prunes – 10 pcs.;
- vodka – 3 l.
Roll up the jar with the contents and leave in a warm, dark place. After 10 days, filter the drink and it is ready for use.
How to take galangal tincture
In folk medicine, there are 3 main ways to use galangal tincture:
- orally for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and other internal organs, as a rule, no more than 50 ml;
- mouth rinses for colds and periodontal disease;
- rubbing, compresses for skin and joint diseases.
For each individual disease, 1-2 forms of treatment with galangal tincture are used simultaneously.
Rules for using galangal root tincture for men
Galangal tincture has a positive effect on the body of men who have problems with immunity and potency caused by psychogenic factors. In case of any severe internal problems requiring surgical intervention, as a rule, the drug does not bring a significant result.
The therapeutic effect of galangal tincture in alcohol for potency is explained by its strongly expressed antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The drug also affects the state of the nervous system, increases blood flow to the genitals, which improves erectile function. This multifaceted impact on the problem ensures success in treatment.
How to drink galangal tincture to increase potency in men
It is necessary to take galangal tincture for medicinal purposes on an empty stomach half an hour before meals 3-4 times a day.Only in this case will it be completely absorbed by the body, thanks to which it will manifest its miraculous abilities.
For the first 2 weeks, take before each meal and 3 hours before bedtime, dosage – 20 drops. Then gradually increase the amount to 50 drops. The course of treatment is 1.5 months, repeat after 2 weeks. If work does not allow you to take alcohol tincture during the day, treatment can be carried out in the evening, every 2 hours, 1 tsp.
For joints
For diseases of the musculoskeletal system, galangal tincture should be used not only for rubbing and compresses, but also taken orally. You can use the same product. One-time amount – 30-40 drops orally, up to 4 times a day on an empty stomach.
For gastritis
Gastric tinctures are most often prepared from galangal, which are effective in the treatment of gastritis and ulcers. Take tincture 40-50 drops, you can mix it with milk. Drink three times a day.
For cirrhosis of the liver
Take 24-40 g of galangal root powder, pour in 0.5 liters of vodka. Keep warm for 21 days, then pass through a filter to remove sediment. Take 30 drops of the prepared tincture three times before meals.
There are herbs that increase the effect of galangal on the liver, so it is advisable to add them during treatment. The first herb is volodushka. Take at different times with galangal root for 2-3 months. This is the first course.
Then they continue to drink galangal, and replace the volodushka with smoke-grass, or smoke-grass. They drink for the same amount of time as in the first case. Then they take white stone oil, following a special recipe, then again volodushka.
For gynecological diseases
Galangal tincture is used for douching and also for oral administration.It has a therapeutic effect due to its strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, galangal tincture helps heal cracks on the chest and lips. Calms nerves during PMS and stops uterine bleeding.
The use of alcohol tincture of galangal in cosmetology
Cosmetologists are also well aware of galangal root. It is included in many skin and hair care cosmetics. Medicinal and cosmetic products based on galangal help:
- quickly heal microcracks;
- have an antibacterial effect on acne;
- improve microcirculation;
- tone, tighten facial skin;
- remove signs of fatigue;
- strengthen hair roots;
- saturate with vitamins and microelements.
Restrictions and contraindications
Before trying galangal tincture with vodka, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications for its use. There are a number of cases when this drug is not advisable to use. So, you should be careful in the following cases:
- increased blood clotting;
- mild stomach acidity;
- atonic constipation;
- increased blood pressure;
- pregnancy;
- age up to 3 years;
- high body temperature;
- high levels of prothrombin index.
Conclusion
Galangal tincture is an effective medicine used in folk medicine to treat a variety of diseases, including severe ones, cancer.
