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Since ancient times, black radish juice has been used not only as food or medicine. Even in Ancient Greece, the root vegetable was grown, decorated with it on the table, and used in offerings to the gods. Today, radish has not lost its position - it is still used for preparing salads, snacks, and also as an effective traditional medicine. Radish juice is especially popular in this case.
Composition and nutritional value of radish juice
The drink made from this vegetable contains a huge amount of vitamins, minerals and trace elements necessary for human health. It contains a lot of protein, carbohydrates, minerals, glycosides and essential oils. In addition, it contains vitamins B, A, E and C, as well as magnesium, potassium, sodium, calcium, iodine, phosphorus and iron. Moreover, 100 g of radish contains only 16 kcal. A healthy and low-calorie drink will be a great way to improve your health and cope with many diseases.
Benefits of radish juice
There are several types of this bitter vegetable, but most often the juice of green or black radish is used for medicinal purposes. The benefits are confirmed by centuries-old use in folk medicine and research by modern scientists. The composition is close to such well-known medicinal plants as garlic or onion. The bactericidal properties of this plant may be even more pronounced.
The reason for the beneficial qualities of the root vegetable is the huge amount of essential oils and glycosides. In addition, the bitter vegetable contains a special element called lysozyme. It is effective against various microbes, helps against streptococcus, staphylococcus, diphtheria and whooping cough, mycobacteria. With the help of radish you can cleanse the body, protect it from bacteria, viruses and toxins. The potassium it contains helps get rid of swelling.
The benefits of black radish juice include the following:
- strengthens the body, tones and saturates with energy;
- helps normalize digestion;
- has a bactericidal effect;
- is a natural antibiotic;
- normalizes high blood pressure;
- helps get rid of kidney and bladder stones;
- fights colds;
- helps get rid of parasites;
- relieves swelling;
- promotes wound healing.
Not every plant can boast so many beneficial properties. This is what makes the vegetable so valuable in folk medicine.
How to make radish juice
Radish is used in folk medicine, most often in squeezed form. To make juice from black radish, you can use different methods. Sugar or honey is often used to extract juice from vegetables.They are mixed with grated root vegetables or placed inside the vegetable, in which a special hole is cut.
How to squeeze juice from radish
There are two ways to squeeze radish from this fairly hard vegetable. It must be washed, peeled and grated as finely as possible. After this, the grated vegetable is placed on gauze folded in several layers or cotton cloth. You can squeeze out the juice with your hands, or by placing the mass under a weight and placing it in a colander.
You can use a simpler method - make radish juice in a juicer. It is important to remember that this vegetable is not very juicy, so it must be cut into small pieces before placing it in the juicer.
Storage rules
It is not worth preparing a lot of healing drink at once - vitamins and microelements disintegrate in air, and the beneficial qualities become weaker. To ensure that the healing properties are as high as possible, it is better to prepare only the amount that you are ready to consume during the day.
It is better to store radish as a root vegetable - this way it can remain in the refrigerator for up to a month and not lose its qualities.
How to take radish juice
The taste of this health drink is not very pleasant, it is specific. You can drink it yourself and give it to children, the main thing is to use it exclusively after meals. On an empty stomach, it may not be useful, but dangerous.
The dosage regimen depends on what kind of disease needs to be treated.If you drink juice to improve your health, once a day is enough. Some people take it after breakfast or dinner. If its medicinal effect is needed to combat a serious disease, more medicine will be needed.
Is it possible to juice black radish during pregnancy?
Despite all the beneficial qualities that black radish juice has and its effect on the body, it is worth remembering that it is not only a vegetable, but also a medicine. And any medicine has contraindications.
The fact is that the essential oils included in its composition can lead to an increase in the tone of the uterus, and therefore – the threat of premature termination of pregnancy. Therefore, it is better for pregnant women not to eat black radish and not to use its juice. If necessary, you can prefer white radish - it does not contain many essential oils, and its beneficial properties are almost as good as black ones.
Treatment with black radish juice
Treatment with folk remedies is more gentle than drug therapy. However, do not forget that it must be carried out strictly according to the instructions.
Treatment of sinusitis with radish juice
Frontal sinusitis can be treated in different ways; compresses are considered the most convenient. Cotton pads or special swabs soaked in juice are applied to the sinuses for 10-15 minutes. If the burning sensation from the compress is too strong, reduce the duration of the procedure. Also, sometimes the juice is used for instillation into the nose, but for this it needs to be diluted with saline solution. In its pure form, it can cause a burn to the nasal mucosa and severe discomfort.
How to take black radish juice for gallstone disease
A drink made from a bitter vegetable is the best way to relieve stagnation of bile and cholelithiasis.In this case, the course of treatment should not be started abruptly. It is better to drink juice in small portions three times a day. In the liver area, in the first stages of taking radish juice for gallstones, unpleasant sensations may occur - this is expected and confirms the effectiveness of the treatment. To relieve pain, you can apply a warm heating pad to your right side.
How to take radish juice for the liver
In case of liver disease, you must follow certain instructions for taking the drug:
- Drink a teaspoon of radish drink every time after a meal. Gradually, the amount taken must be increased until it reaches half a glass after each meal.
- Pain and discomfort in the liver area is an expected side effect of cleansing the body.
- After reaching the maximum dosage of black radish juice for the liver, you can add a couple of tablespoons of the pulp before meals.
- During treatment, food should be dietary and balanced.
During the treatment process, you should pay attention to your condition. A little discomfort is normal, but if it gets worse, you should stop taking it.
Black radish juice for gout
Radish juice can also help cope with such an unpleasant disease as gout. In this case, compresses are effective. To prepare them, take a piece of gauze and fold it several times. After this, the gauze is moistened in juice and applied to the sore joint overnight. The duration of treatment is determined individually. As a rule, it is continued until the unpleasant symptoms disappear.
What are the benefits of radish juice for hair?
The drink we get from black radish can also be used as a cosmetic. This product provides the following benefits for hair:
- strengthens hair roots, protects against hair loss;
- helps eliminate excess oiliness, heaviness and unhealthy shine of hair;
- helps get rid of seborrhea and dandruff;
- restores hair along the entire length;
- activates the supply of hair follicles with useful substances;
- makes hair soft and shiny.
The composition includes vitamins, lipids, phytoncides, organic acids and minerals. Not every shampoo can boast of such rich content.
It is important to remember that you can only apply green radish juice to healthy and intact scalp. If you have cracks or wounds on your skin, it is better to avoid such a caustic product. It is also necessary to monitor how you feel when applying the mask and wash it off as soon as possible if a strong burning sensation occurs.
One of the most popular options is a general strengthening hair mask. It is made from juice, burdock oil and honey. The composition is mixed and applied to the hair overnight, covering the top with a towel. In the morning, wash off the mask with shampoo. For full effect, you will have to repeat the procedure at least seven times.
For hair loss, the juice is mixed with jojoba oil, egg yolks and a small amount of cognac. Apply this product under a special cap, additionally covered with a towel. After two hours or more, the mask is washed off; it is important not to dry your hair with a hair dryer, but to leave it to dry naturally.
Restrictions and contraindications
Despite the fact that radish juice is very healthy, it has contraindications.In addition to the standard - individual intolerance - this remedy should not be used in the stage of exacerbation of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, especially gastritis and ulcers. In addition, the juice stimulates the production of gases. People who suffer from serious heart disease or have recently experienced a heart attack should not take this medicine. Before starting treatment with radish juice, it is better to consult a doctor.
Conclusion
Black radish juice is one of the healthiest foods if used correctly. It helps to cope with many diseases; you just need to follow the instructions and carefully monitor your health.
