Everything about propolis and its uses. What propolis heals: a list of diseases. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

Few people think that plants are living organisms that have their own immunity. To maintain it, many of them secrete resinous substances with strong antibacterial properties. The bees collect this product and process it with their glands - this is how propolis (uza, bee glue) is obtained. According to some studies, propolis is a residual product during the first phase of pollen digestion. The composition of bee glue is not fully understood, but practice has shown that propolis cures most of the known diseases and serves as an excellent means of preventing them.

The bees themselves are used as disinfectant: for filling up cracks, covering up the tap hole, disposal of foreign objects. For example, insects that have penetrated a pest can be pinched to death and completely covered with propolis, since they cannot independently remove it from their house. The bee hive is sterile precisely because of propolis, which bees add in scanty quantities even to honey sealing caps ().

Freshly harvested propolis resembles a resin that is pliable at high temperatures and brittle when frozen. The color of bee glue can be from gray and yellowish to various shades of brown, depending on the location and composition of the plants, the degree of pollution, shelf life and even the place of deposition in the bee house. Propolis has a strong characteristic smell - it is by this smell that you can most often determine the naturalness of the product. Bee glue tastes bitter, with a characteristic tingling of taste buds.

To date, the composition of propolis has not been fully elucidated: among the 200 identified compounds, 16 classes of organic components have been identified. It is their multiplicity that provides a wide range of useful properties of propolis. As part of bee glue:

• 50-60% plant resins and pollen balsam;
• 30% wax;
• 10% aromatic and essential oils;
• 5% other substances (micro and macronutrients, steroids, vitamins, ketones, quinones, sugars).

The high healing qualities of bee glue are explained by the presence in its composition of enzymes (enzymes), essential oils, a wide range of essential microelements, amino acids, flavonoids. Previously unknown antimicrobial substances have been found in propolis, which are active not only against bacteria, but also against other microorganisms: viruses, fungi, protozoa.

Important! The chemical composition of propolis can vary depending on various factors, however, bee glue, even in small quantities, has exceptional properties for eliminating a wide variety of painful manifestations.

The strength of bee glue can be judged by the following fact: propolis does not lose its qualities even after boiling for an hour. This significantly increases the value of the bee product and allows you to use it for the preparation of a wide variety of products.

A description of the medicinal properties of propolis can be presented as a list:

• Antimicrobial (antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal);
• Immunostimulating and immunocorrective;
• Anti-inflammatory;
• Pain reliever;
• Antioxidant;
• Fortifying.

Propolis preparations are used in the prevention and treatment of a number of pathological conditions:

For internal use:

• For infectious diseases: from a common cold to tuberculosis;
• With pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract: gastritis, ulcers, diseases of the gallbladder and liver;
• For problems with the heart and blood vessels: atherosclerosis, ischemia, heart failure, prevention of stroke and heart attack;
• For diseases of the genitourinary system: prostate adenoma, cystitis, inflammation of the vagina, fallopian tubes, ovaries;
• With neuropsychiatric disorders: neuralgia, depression, nervousness, sleep disorders (in combination with other drugs).

For external use:

• For dermatological problems: wounds and ulcers, acne, herpes rash, fungal infections, psoriasis (with simultaneous ingestion);
• For diseases of the oropharynx: inflammation of the mucous membranes (bad breath), inflammation of the gums and toothache, inflammation of the pharynx, larynx, tonsils;
• For ear and eye inflammation: otitis media, mild forms of conjunctivitis and marginal blepharitis, as well as barley;
• For circulatory disorders: varicose veins, hemorrhoids;
• For rheumatic lesions: joints, soft and muscle tissues;
• With injuries of the spine and intervertebral discs.

Important!It is impossible to fully enumerate from what else propolis helps, however, even the prophylactic use of funds based on it has an extremely beneficial effect on all vital organs.

When using drugs based on propolis, contraindications should be given maximum attention - the product can show strong allergenic properties. Persons prone to allergic reactions or intolerance to other beekeeping products should give up propolis first. For those who are not sure, you can conduct a provocative test: apply a little product to the soft palate and wait 30 minutes.

Contraindications to the use of propolis are the following conditions:

• Severe pathologies internal organs (liver, kidney, etc.);
• Atonic bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis;
• The presence of neoplasms;
• Dermatitis and eczema.

Important!In each specific case, persons with serious somatic diseases or pathologies with an allergenic factor should consult an apitherapist. Propolis treatment is used as a primary or additional therapy, depending on the diagnosis and doctor's recommendations.

Dosage forms of propolis

Of all the available dosage forms, the most popular is its healing properties reinforced thanks to the alcohol base. In addition, this component provides a long shelf life in almost all conditions. The only thing that should be observed is that the tincture is protected from sun rays... However, propolis tincture is not the only option for preparing a drug. There are several more dosage forms of propolis.

To prepare 20% tincture, take propolis (100 g) and rubbing alcohol (500 ml):

• Propolis is pre-frozen - this is how it becomes fragile and crumbles more easily;
• Rub the bee glue on a fine grater and place in a glass container;
• Pour alcohol and cover with a lid;
• Place the container with the tincture in a cool place protected from light;
• Insist for 14 days. shaking occasionally;
• Filter and store in a dark place.

Alcohol tincture can be prepared with different concentrations, but most often a 10-20% solution is used in treatment. When buying from a pharmacy, make sure that the propolis preparation is for internal use - the manufacturer notifies about this.

Water extract

In a number of severe pathologies, treatment with alcohol-containing drugs is contraindicated. In this case, a water extract of propolis is prepared - although the period of its use is much shorter, nevertheless, the value of such a tool is in no way inferior to alcohol tincture:

• To prepare a 10% solution, place 10 g of crushed propolis in a glass, ceramic or enamel dish and add 100 ml of water;
• The container with the future tincture, while stirring, is kept in a water bath for about 1 hour;
• Leave to cool completely, filter and pour into a dark glass container, store in the refrigerator.

Important!The shelf life of an aqueous extract of propolis is much shorter than that of an alcohol tincture: the duration of preservation of properties in such a product is only 10 days. , while the presence of alcohol allows the tincture to be used for 3-4 years.

To prepare propolis ointment, use peach, apricot or sunflower oil. However, the agent has the greatest effect when using sea buckthorn oil:

• 170 ml of oil is poured into an enamel bowl, brought to a boil;
• Add 30 g of powdered propolis, stir and bring to a boil again;
• When warm, the product is filtered and placed in a glass container.

Store propolis ointment for only 8-12 months. under normal conditions: without access to light at room t. Used to treat skin diseases, wounds, burns, bedsores.

Propolis oil

Such a product can be used for external or internal use, depending on the type of oil. For example, burdock oil with propolis can only be used for external use.

For internal administration, a preparation is prepared based on quality butter:

• At the required 10% concentration of the agent, 10 g of propolis ground into powder is added to 90 g of oil;
• In an enamel bowl, the mixture is placed in a water bath, where it is heated for 30 minutes. (at t +60 + 70 ° С) or 20 min. (at t +70 + 80 ° С);
• The finished product is transferred to a glass container and placed in the refrigerator.

Important!Propolis oil can also be used externally - in this case, the concentration of bee glue is increased to 40%.

The benefits of propolis are best manifested in combination with milk - a component of many remedies for the treatment of colds and stomach diseases:

• Boil 1 liter of milk in an enamel bowl;
• Add to it 50 g of propolis powder;
• With stirring, remove the floating impurities from the surface and wait for the complete dissolution of propolis (about 10 minutes);
• Cool the product slightly, filter thoroughly and, after cooling completely in an airtight container, store it in the refrigerator for a maximum of 3 days.

Important!The course of treatment with milk with propolis does not exceed 10 days. (3 rubles per day according to st. L.). If necessary, you can use an aqueous tincture of propolis for treatment: for adults per 100 ml of milk 20 drops, for children - 1-2. In this case, the milk is not boiled, but simply heated or slightly cooled after boiling.

Propolis honey

When mixed with honey, the effect of using the product with propolis increases several times - because both products have exceptional healing properties:

• To prepare 10% of the drug, take 10 g of crushed propolis and mix it with 90 g of honey;
• The resulting product is heated in a water bath, not exceeding t + 37.5 ° C, so as not to destroy beneficial features honey;
• After complete dissolution of propolis, the mixture is slightly cooled, filtered and transferred to a glass container.

Store the remedy for no more than a year in a dark place, well sealed.

Important!For easier dissolution, only propolis is first put in a water bath, and honey is added later.

For the preparation of candles, propolis extract is used: a water extract from equal amounts of bee glue and water:

• To 1 part of propolis extract add 4 parts of any animal fat;
• Everything is thoroughly mixed and cylinders 1 cm in diameter are rolled out on parchment paper;
• Cut into pieces approximately 3 cm long and sharpen at one end;
• Ready-made suspenositories are cooled and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Alternatively, a mixture of propolis (50 g), wax (50 g) and animal fat (200 g) is heated until completely dissolved in a water bath, after which candles are formed.

Important!Suppositories with the addition of bee glue are used in the treatment of prostate adenoma, hemorrhoids, various kinds of gynecological diseases.

Oil-propolis balm

To prepare a product of 20% concentration, you will need:

• unsalted butter - 10 g;
• any vegetable oil - 70 g;
• crushed propolis - 20 g.

All ingredients are thoroughly ground in glass or porcelain dishes, kneaded and stored in a hermetically sealed container in the refrigerator. The balm is effective in treating the common cold (in the form of tampons) and various chronic lesions of the skin.

Important!Spoiled propolis is not suitable for treatment. Loss of medicinal properties can occur due to improper storage conditions, contact with chemicals, contaminants, multiple heating and cooling. Spoiled bee glue loses its stickiness and vice versa becomes brittle even with normal t, it is easy to crush it with your fingers. Such propolis is unusable and should be thrown away.

One of the most simple ways the use of bee glue - fresh use. To do this, it is enough to chew a pea of \u200b\u200bpropolis the size of a match head until the bitter taste and characteristic tingling disappear completely. In the absence of contraindications and side effects, propolis is used:

• with infections of the upper respiratory tract: sore throat, tonsillitis, stomatitis (up to 5 g per day);
• with gastritis, it is recommended to swallow even the remains of bee glue (no more than 5 g);
• to increase immunity for pregnant women and children: 1-2 g and not every day.

Treatment when chewing occurs by the transfer of all medicinal substances from propolis straight into the patient's body, while the remains (with rare exceptions) are recommended to be spit out, especially with regular use. However, not everyone can use this method, so propolis preparations are very popular.

The antibacterial and antiseptic properties of bee glue have found application primarily in the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract:

• With tracheitis, bronchitis, rhinitis, laryngitis, etc. For inhalation, 30 g of propolis and 20 g of wax are placed in a ceramic container and placed in a water bath. Breathe in vapors saturated with phytoncides, in tech. 15 minutes. (morning and evening). With bronchial asthma, it is recommended to carry out procedures up to 2 months. For colds, additionally take 35 drops of 20% tincture in 50 ml of water three times a day;
• With tuberculosis.The effectiveness of propolis treatment is achieved with a gradual increase in the concentration of bee glue: they start with propolis oil with 10% propolis content, later go to 15%. The daily dose is 30-45 g, divided into 2-3 equal doses before meals (1 hour). The course of treatment is 4-10 months. , with 2-week breaks every 60 days);
• With angina. The most effective remedy treatment is native propolis: a piece of bee glue is placed on the cheek at night, and small pieces are chewed after meals during the day. Such treatment eliminates all symptoms in 2 days without any complications - the main threat in angina;
• For all types of sinusitis.Several times a day, inhalation is done with the addition of 0.5 tsp of boiling water to 2 liters. tinctures of bee glue with a concentration of 30%;
• With polyps of the nasal cavity. At night, turundas with propolis ointment are placed in the nasal passages: 30 g of propolis powder, 20 g of vaseline oil and 50 g of butter. Treatment is carried out until the symptoms disappear completely - usually it is 20-30 procedures.

Important!In case of respiratory diseases, propolis treatment is carried out in various forms: chewing, inhalation, rinsing with the addition of alcoholic tincture or water extract, ingestion, lubrication of the mucous membrane.

In the treatment of pathologies digestive system several recommendations should be followed:

• Do not use bee glue preparations during periods of exacerbation;
• Strictly observe the dosage;
• Take the product only in diluted form: in a glass of warm tea or milk;
• It is most effective when taken on an empty stomach or in the middle of a break between meals.

Depending on the type of disease, propolis treatment is carried out in the following order:

• With gastritis.For the treatment of gastritis with high acidity, 40 drops of alcoholic tincture (20%) are taken three times a day for 14 days. With low acidity, a mixture of honey, Kalanchoe juice and alcoholic tincture (10%) is made in the proportion: 78: 15: 7. All ingredients are mixed and heated in a water bath until they are completely dissolved. Take 3 p. per day for 1 tbsp. l. at least a month;
• With a stomach ulcer.Use 10% tincture: at the initial stage, according to Art. l. three times a day - until scarring. After that, the drug is taken after a week's break, but after a day - until complete recovery;
• With pancreatitis.In this case, only an aqueous solution of propolis with a concentration of 1% is recommended: within a month, a teaspoon three times a day.

Important!Alcohol tincture of propolis in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases is used with extreme caution and only after a comprehensive examination.

Skin problems can be not only pathological in nature, but the antibacterial and antiseptic properties of propolis, and in this case, are at their best. Bee glue preparations are effective for:

• removing calluses - a small cake of warm propolis is applied to the steamed problem area of \u200b\u200bthe skin and left for several days (3-5). After removing the compress, the corn is painlessly removed;
• seborrheic eczema - disease of young children under 5 months. The use of propolis ointment in the treatment gives good results. However, more chronic pathologies have a low cure rate (5-11);
• hair loss - total or nested. Apply 30% propolis ointment in combination with some medicinal herbs and onion masks;
• tuberculosis of the skin - also in complex treatment, but already with medications. For therapy, propolis ointment with a high concentration of bee glue is used - from 30 to 50%;
• varicose ulcers - using 15-20% propolis-based ointment when changing dressings every other day allows you to achieve stable results after about 2 months.

Important!Bee glue preparations are used in preventive and medicinal purposes for ulcers, wounds, bedsores. The disinfecting properties of the bee product help in getting rid of nail fungus: in the form of baths and ointments, wipes and bandages. Only in this case, it is necessary to simultaneously decontaminate shoes and clothes (socks, tights, golfs), as well as to process those surfaces where bare feet could step - in the bath and toilet. In this case, it is necessary to check all family members so as not to transmit the infection to each other - only in this case the treatment will be effective.

Prostate adenoma and prostatitis

In the treatment of problems in the male genital area, various drugs with propolis are used:

• Suspositories are injected into the anus at night. The procedures are carried out until complete recovery. Additional medicinal ingredients can be added to the candles: medicinal herbs (St. John's wort, motherwort, bearberry, etc.), honey, wax. The composition of the candles is changed every 2 months. ;
• Native propolis is taken on a general basis - no more than 5 g per day, the rest is spit out;
• Aqueous propolis extract is taken within 3-4 months. under Art. l. in the morning, afternoon, evening, shortly before meals.

Important!When treating chronic forms of the disease, it is recommended to use a complex approach and do not take breaks. In this case, 3 out of 4 patients are cured completely, and 1 feels a significant improvement.

Diseases of the genitourinary sphere in women, especially young women, often give complications to their general health, and this, in turn, affects the health of future generations. That is why the use of propolis preparations for women is preferable - because it is completely natural:

• With uterine fibroids. In this case, a complex treatment is carried out: the intake of an aqueous extract of bee glue for 2 months. (three times a day, 1 tbsp. l.) in combination with propolis balls (small pieces of propolis or similar pharmacy medicine), placed in the vagina overnight. Such procedures are carried out according to the scheme: 10 days - treatment, 5 - break;
• With endometriosis. The therapy is carried out according to an integrated scheme: a combination of vaginal suppositories (pure propolis or mixed with honey) with douching or tampons moistened with solutions of alcohol or aqueous tinctures. In this case, the concentration is made minimal so as not to burn the mucous membrane with alcohol;
• With an ovarian cyst. Only unreleased forms of the disease are amenable to therapy: propolis ointment is used with the addition of boiled chicken egg yolk. The product is impregnated with gauze tampons and placed in the vagina at night for several weeks.

Important!However, the final decision on the treatment of gynecological problems with propolis is best made after consultation with your doctor. Perhaps he will even advise taking extracts or tinctures inside - if there are no contraindications.

The effectiveness of drugs based on propolis is beyond any doubt. This is evidenced by numerous reviews, centuries-old experience of beekeepers and even the presence of preparations with bee glue in pharmacies. In addition, I can only say that the author of these lines cured nasal polyps and atherosclerosis with propolis tincture. It is only important to comply with the dose, regularity and stock up on the approval of the attending physician.

An amazing beekeeping product - propolis has extraordinary properties that have not been fully studied. This is bee glue. Collected from the buds of trees, the bees transform, thanks to enzymes, into an excellent building material. It is rich in vitamins, sucrose, trace elements. Since ancient times, people have considered propolis to be a miracle cure sent by the Gods. Propolis with alcohol is especially useful. What a natural product helps from, we will tell in our selection.

Bee product:

• disinfects;
• regenerates;
• fights bacteria;
• neutralizes poisons;
• eliminates inflammatory foci;
• copes with skin diseases;
• strengthens the immune system.

It is also a very good antioxidant agent that has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and promotes regeneration and wound healing.

Another amazing feature of the substance is not to lose its properties when heated, frozen. Since a fresh beekeeping product is not always easy to consume due to its dense structure, it is made soft, only not in water or by heating, but by dissolving it in alcohol. At the same time, bee glue reveals all its wonderful properties, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment.

How to make propolis tincture on your own?

This miraculous bee glue remedy is always a must-have in your home medicine cabinet. Try making it at home. To do this, grind the propolis and fill it with water. Everything that does not need to float up, it must be poured, and the pure propolis must be dried. Thus, ordinary water helped to cleanse propolis, and alcohol or vodka will help dissolve it.

There are two most common methods of making a tincture.

• The first option involves taking ten grams of propolis, placing it in 100 ml of medical alcohol (70%) and heating the mixture to 50 degrees. Stir well, not letting it boil, remove from heat. Then pass it through any filter - a rag, gauze, cotton wool, pour into a glass vial and keep in a dark place for a week. When cooled, it loses its properties.
• The second method is simpler, but it will take more time. 10 grams of propolis pour 100 mg of alcohol or vodka. Use only glass containers. Place the mixture in a warm place protected from light for a couple of weeks. Shake the mixture twice every day. After the time has passed, strain and start consuming. Store in a cool, dark place.

Thus, a 10% propolis tincture is obtained, the instructions for use are quite simple. However, you can make 50%, and dilute it before use. The healing solution is stored in a dark bottle.

Why propolis for alcohol helps - instructions for use

In fact, propolis alcohol tincture helps with many diseases.

Effectiveness of application:

• treatment of digestive problems - ulcers, hepatitis, pancreatitis;
• bone pathologies, dental problems;
• cardiovascular diseases, disorders of the vegetative-vascular system;
• thrombosis, hemorrhoids, atherosclerosis, rheumatism;
• treatment of pathologies of the respiratory system, including sinusitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, asthma, diphtheria and so on;
• treatment of impotence, fibroids, prostatitis, cervical erosion, mastopathy, sexually transmitted infections;
• skin diseases, as well as burns, corns, allergies, psoriasis;
• treatment of acute and chronic colitis.

Is not full list those problems that can be solved with propolis. It is usually taken drop by drop: from 20 to 60 drops, dissolved in half a glass of warm milk, tea or water. It is necessary to drink the healing tincture always before meals.

We must not forget that beekeeping products can cause allergies. Therefore, it is necessary to start treatment with small doses.

To improve immunity

Propolis enriches the human body with many beneficial vitamins and minerals, thereby strengthening the immune system. It can be eaten with honey or simply chewed to strengthen the teeth. The use of propolis tincture is indicated during a period of illness, when immunity is reduced.

To raise immunity you need:

1. Drink propolis mixed with honey - a teaspoon three times a day.
2. Drink tea or juice with propolis tincture at the rate of 20 drops per 20 ml of liquid. An hour before meals, twice a day.
3. Chew propolis in small pieces one hour before meals.

During the period of treatment, it is necessary to stop smoking and drinking alcohol.

Stomach treatment with propolis on alcohol

Propolis is able to eliminate the symptoms of many stomach problems, such as nausea, heartburn, pain. It fights against gastritis and ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, with dysbiosis and flatulence, has a positive effect on cancer of the digestive organ.

Usually a cup of warm milk with 20% alcohol propolis diluted in it in the amount of 60 drops is given three times a day. It should be taken 1-1.5 hours before a meal, 18-20 days. If necessary, the course is repeated after one to two weeks.

Strict adherence to dosage! Overdose can reduce appetite, reduce vitality.

For colds

Ideally helps with any respiratory viral infections, due to the fact that it destroys bacteria and viruses. It helps to quickly cope with the flu, as well as bronchitis, sinusitis, rhinitis. In addition to its antibacterial and antiviral properties, propolis also has an immunomodulatory effect.

It prevents the multiplication of viruses such as herpes, hepatitis. And when it is used, the intestinal microflora is not disturbed.

The tincture is taken orally, 20-30 drops with tea three times a day. And also rinse your mouth with inflammation, adding a 10% propolis solution to a glass warm water 1:10.

Restoration of the cardiovascular system

Propolis helps with blood pressure disorders. It thins blood, strengthens blood vessels, promotes cell renewal, regeneration of heart muscle tissue.

It is necessary to take propolis regularly, alternating the monthly intake with a monthly break. The heart will become stronger, more enduring, the fragility of blood vessels will decrease, and their permeability will increase.

It is most useful to combine propolis with alcohol and honey with garlic. It is necessary to grate 200 grams of garlic on a grater, pour 200 grams of alcohol or vodka. Infuse the mixture for two weeks in a dark and cool place. Then strain and add 50 grams of honey, as well as 30 mg of 10% alcoholic propolis tincture. Mix everything. Take three times a day before meals, 25 drops for 31 days. And then take a break for five months. And repeat the treatment again.

Treatment of diabetes mellitus with propolis on alcohol

In type 1 and type 2 diabetes, propolis is considered an irreplaceable remedy. In 80% of cases, it helps to forget about the disease for a long time, in 20% of cases it helps to avoid complications from diabetes.

It is necessary to chew a small piece of propolis several times a day one hour before a meal. Propolis should be chewed with the front teeth for a long time.

Solving vision problems

Since propolis has anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties, it should be used for eye treatment in two variations - in the form of drops and tincture of alcohol. As a tincture, it should be taken three times a day, 20 drops half an hour before meals. And as drops, dissolve in water 1:10, heat over a fire, strain and instill 2-3 drops in each eye.

Propolis improves blood flow, cleanses blood vessels, promotes cell regeneration. Conjunctivitis and inflammation will pass from this. Before use, you should seek the advice of a specialist.

Improving hair condition with propolis on alcohol

Any person, especially the fair sex, is adorned with healthy shiny hair. From the means of traditional medicine, propolis with alcohol is especially popular.

Propolis heals curls damaged by paints, strengthens hair follicles, and prevents hair loss. To do this, you need a 10% tincture of 1 tbsp. l. mix with egg yolk, pour in burdock oil 1 tbsp. l., apply to hair thirty minutes before shampooing.

If you do this twice a week, then in a month you can see excellent results. Hair will become supple and silky.

It is enough just to rub the mixture into the scalp, as well as into the hair a couple of times a week on a clean and dried, or slightly damp hair. This will stop the hair loss process, remove dandruff, and promote their rapid growth.

Indications for use

Propolis tincture helps both adults and children. It is used in almost all cases - for colds, indigestion, nervous disorders, cardiovascular problems, skin diseases. You can drink in the form of solutions, mixing 20-60 drops with tea, water, juices, or rub into sore spots. The duration of admission is from two weeks, and prophylaxis is at least two to three months.

1. For otitis media, a tampon dipped in propolis tincture is placed in the ear.
2. For skin problems, apply any ointment to which a little propolis tincture is added.
3. With pharyngitis, the substance activates recovery processes. One part of the propolis extract is mixed with two parts of glycerin or peach oil. The mixture is smeared with the mucous membrane once a day for 10-15 days.
4. In case of injuries, ulcers, wounds, an alcoholic tincture of propolis is applied in the form of a gauze bandage folded in several layers.

Propolis has contraindications, there are few of them, but you need to know about this. The drug is harmful to those who are not allowed to drink alcohol. But for other people, recovery with tincture should not last more than 2-3 weeks. If the tincture is prepared on the basis of vodka, and not medical alcohol, then the treatment can last up to two months.

Fungal infections are particularly cunning. They are able to show temporary improvement and immediately bloom again, once the therapy is stopped. Moreover, many pharmacological drugs will each time show weaker and more short-term action. It is not even worth talking about the occurrence of side effects from the use of medications. The obvious conclusion suggests itself - treatment of the fungus with propolis should be carried out once and until complete recovery. In this matter, it is worth contacting folk recipes... Our ancestors lived somehow without this pathology, and they lived well, because they used exclusively natural gifts.

Pharmacological properties of propolis

For a very long time, people have been using bee products. It has been observed that their use has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effects. There is a significant increase in immune factors and body resistance. Pharmacies happily offer to improve immunity with various medicines, but they cost much more than a kilogram of organic honey or a jar of propolis.

Scientists have been trying to figure out the mechanism of synthesis of this substance for many years. Until now, only bees have successfully made it. In fact, it is bee glue. Insects close the cracks with them, block the entrance to the hive and carry out disinfection. The product includes more than 50 components: essential oils and resins, balms and wax, as well as vitamins, trace elements, minerals and enzymes.

The pharmacological properties of propolis are quite diverse:

• has an antiseptic and antioxidant effect;
• has pronounced wound-healing manifestations;
• has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory and anti-radiation effect;
• relieves itching and local tissue inflammation.

Indications for use

In folk medicine, it is used in various forms: in aqueous and alcoholic solutions and extracts, as propolis milk, ointments and oils, pastes and suppositories. In what situations can you expect help from propolis fungus treatment? Specific components allow you to relieve vasospasm, lower blood pressure. Among its capabilities are the stimulation of hematopoiesis and natural regeneration, increasing immunity, endurance and performance. For the digestive system, the properties of the substance to preserve microflora and improve digestive function in general are of great importance.

Video: The benefits of propolis against fungus

It has a high therapeutic property for a number of ailments, namely

• all kinds of colds, acute respiratory viral infections, flu;
• diseases of the respiratory tract and genitourinary system;
• premature aging, baldness and a general decrease in immunity;
• inflammation, including mastitis, boils, and acne;
• help digestive and nervous systems;
• dentistry, in particular pediatric stomatitis and gingivitis;
• problems with blood vessels;
• a number of fungal infections.

Treatment of fungus with propolis is acceptable even for young children, provided that there are no allergic reactions to bee products.

Methods of using propolis drugs

Internal use - taking tinctures, solutions, emulsions, oils and milk. Propolis milk is prepared only at home; you cannot buy it at a pharmacy. The recipe is very simple. The chopped substance is added to the boiled milk and, stirring constantly, simmer over very low heat for 10 minutes. When cooling, the wax deposit must be removed. Proportions for the finished product: 1 liter of milk requires 50-100 grams. main ingredient. This is a simple and effective remedy for colds and coughs in children and adults.

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External use is very diverse. Compresses, applications, tampons, rubbing are possible. A good result is given by baths, douching, rinsing, lubrication in case of damage to the skin and mucous membranes. In gynecology, suppositories and balls are used. Cannot be substituted in physiotherapy procedures.

Treatment options

Almost any of them can be prepared independently at home. The simplicity of the recipes will make it possible to do without special pharmacological training. Bee glue is not replaceable with a whole list of somatic ailments that are of a protracted chronic nature. In case of injuries and burns, it accelerates the regenerative processes. Promotes the elimination of toxins from the body, destroys harmful microorganisms. Helps with chronic fatigue, compensates for the lack of vitamins and mineral complexes.

It doesn't take long to prepare the finished product. Crushed and purified propolis is poured with alcohol heated to 50 degrees, mixed, heated in a water bath. It is not necessary to boil, then strain through several layers of gauze and store in a glass, well-closed container in a dark place. At the exit we get a 50% solution. If you go the simpler way, then you need to pour alcohol and leave for 2 weeks in a dark place, shaking occasionally. As a result - 10% medicine. Calculation of ingredients: 10 gr. substances per 100 gr. 70% alcohol. This medicine can be stored for several years. It is used internally at the rate of 20 to 60 drops in half a glass of water or milk. Can be added to tea. For children under 10 years of age, the dosage is 1 drop for each year of life.

Rinses are carried out with a 3% water-alcohol composition several times a day. For inhalation, it is prepared from 1 drop of tincture and 5 ml. saline. Treatment with a ready-made tincture can be carried out for a long time, up to 1 month. For otitis media, turundas or small tampons moistened with the finished medicine are used, which are inserted into the sore ear. Several procedures are allowed per day.

In gynecology, tampons with tincture give a good result. They are indicated for fibroids, fungal diseases, stopping bleeding and ovarian pain. For pregnant women, treatment of a fungus with propolis is one of the sparing types.

Baths are indicated in gynecology as part of general therapy for cervical erosion and fungal diseases. In dentistry, they are used to strengthen the gums and stop inflammatory processes, eliminate bleeding and looseness of the gingival tissue, and act as a disinfectant and anesthetic. In case of toothache, undiluted tincture will help, which must be held in the mouth for 5 minutes; in other situations, dilutions of up to 2 - 4% are required for baths.

When treating fungus with propolis, foot baths eliminate sweating and disinfect the skin, helping to maintain personal hygiene. Contributes to the prevention of fungal diseases of the feet and nails.

For those who cannot use an alcohol solution, an aqueous composition will come to the rescue. The difference in preparation consists in replacing alcohol with water, in proportions 2 to 1, where 2 is water and the holding time in a water bath - up to 1 hour. After the solution has cooled and settled for 6 hours, strain and pour into a glass bottle with a ground stopper. The disadvantage is considered to be very short term for use - only 7 days. When applied, there is no need to dilute, use for pregnant women and small children is allowed.

Fungal ailments lend themselves well to bee products. Since a long course is required, you can not be afraid of the accumulation of third-party substances in the body and the occurrence of negative manifestations. The peculiarity is that you cannot stop the sessions after the first signs of the disease disappear. Full recovery requires a full course.

Treatment of nail fungus with propolis

Propolis tincture will be an excellent remedy for treating fungus. Treatment measures last about 2 months. During this time, the affected nail completely comes off and a clean and healthy nail plate grows. You can use one type of procedures or combine them, depending on your needs. The easiest is to apply tampons soaked in alcohol tincture. Such a tampon should be bandaged to the sore nail at night. Apply every day.

If a large part is affected, then baths will help. The composition is prepared at the rate of 1 teaspoon per 1 liter of warm water. The water temperature should be on the verge of patience, almost hot. Bath time - 20 minutes. Then you should apply ointment or propolis oil and put on socks. The procedure is performed at night. Combination treatments may include the additional use of essential oils with antibacterial properties. To prepare the working composition, an alcoholic tincture is mixed with such oil. Tea tree, eucalyptus, fir, myrrh, cedar will do.

Important information

When starting therapy sessions, it should be remembered that there is no “one-shot” miracle pill in nature. And all instantly acting drugs will either provoke a relapse or do more harm than good. Fungal infections are very insidious and fraught with recurrence. Therefore, the systematic treatment of the fungus with propolis until complete recovery is preferable to express methods with the removal of the first symptoms. For optimal action, a complex application of funds is carried out: baths, compresses and ointments.

Before starting the sessions, you need to check the body's reaction to bee products. The main condition for treating the fungus with propolis is compliance with all personal hygiene requirements. The skin and nails should be clean, and for medical measures - slightly steamed, treated with the entire medicinal composition, only natural fabrics are used - cotton socks and gloves. Fungal infection in most cases occurs in swimming pools, saunas, sports locker rooms and showers. It is worth taking care of personal safety and preventing re-infection by using rubber slippers, a personal towel.

Contraindications

Almost the only prohibition on the use is various forms of allergy to bee products. Otherwise, the main condition for successful use will be strict adherence to the dosage. Acceleration of recovery occurs even with gallstone disease, kidney and liver damage. An alcohol solution is used with caution in pregnant women and young children. In some cases, it is better to replace it with water.

Mixing with essential oils should be tailored to personal preference for specific scents. If he calls out unpleasant feelings, then there will be no benefit. Propolis is a versatile natural remedy for the treatment of nail fungus, given by nature. Having a unique composition and healing properties, it is applicable for many diseases and has practically no side effects.

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Propolis is produced by bees; it is not found outside the hive. The priests of ancient Egypt used its medicinal properties, used for embalming. The healing agent is useful for analgesic, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, tonic, tonic effect. Increases, helps with peptic ulcer, frostbite, diseases of internal organs.

Useful properties of propolis

Bees are the oldest inhabitants of the planet. They appeared about 60-65 million years ago. Beekeeping products have long been used to maintain health and treat diseases.

Scientists have not come to a single point on how bees make propolis.

One theory is that bees produce a medicinal product from a mixture of pollen grains and water. Swollen grains are a food source for larvae and young bees. The regurgitated balm, obtained from pollen grains, is mixed by bees with wax. A mixture moistened with saliva - ready-made propolis - is used to improve the beehive.

Other scientists believe that the raw material of a useful product is resin from the buds of birch, alder, poplar, willow, spruce, fir, oak, elm, plum, sunflower. The worker bees deliver the resinous part of the buds to the hive, knead it, mix it with pollen and saliva.

The obtained propolis is used by bees against microorganisms, viruses, fungi, putrefactive bacteria, polishing the cells of the honeycomb with brood. The cracks are closed with it, the dead larvae are disinfected before being removed from the hive.

The bees that have penetrated the hive of mice, snakes are stinging. Covering corpses with propolis suppresses the formation of products of putrefaction and decomposition.

How to check the quality

Extracted from the hive, propolis is easy to knead with your fingers in warm weather. It is scraped off the frames, formed into lumps of 100-150g, stored in a dark cool place for up to 5 years.

The fresh, wax-like mass is elastic, the color is from dark green to gray or black-green. It smells of resin, honey, pine needles, over time, the aroma disappears. A healthy product darkens during storage, becomes almost black.

The taste is bitter, pungent. Gives an incense aroma when burned. Soluble in alcohol, acetic acid.

Propolis melts at a temperature of +80 .. + 103C, when cooled below -15C it crumbles. To separate impurities, it is melted in a water bath. Boiling for an hour retains its medicinal properties.

If a propolis ball dipped in water goes to the bottom, it contains a minimum of foreign impurities, which speaks in favor of the quality of the finished product.

Therapeutic use of propolis

The beekeeping product destroys microbes. The therapeutic effect is inferior to antibiotics, but less toxic, does not suppress the intestinal microflora.

Propolis is used as prescribed by a doctor in the form of infusions, tinctures, propolis oil. The product has a useful property to improve blood microcirculation, digestion, reduce the risk of blood clots, blood level and viscosity.

Healing properties propolis is used in the case of cancer, gout, flu, intestinal infections, diseases of internal organs, ulcers, eczema, headache, sclerosis, conjunctivitis, chronic prostatitis, female diseases.

Composition

Depending on the breed of bees, local natural features in the composition medicinal product up to 50 components. It contains vitamins B1, B2, E, C, provitamin A, nicotinic acid.

Minerals are represented by copper, manganese, silicon, phosphorus,.

It contains approximately 55% resinous compounds, 30% beeswax, 10% essential oils, 5% pollen.

Propolis is useful with amino acids, fatty organic acids: cinnamon, coffee, coumaric. Benzoic acid has a bactericidal effect.

Due to the high content of flavonoids, propolis-based preparations are used to treat respiratory diseases.

Tincture, infusion, oil, ointment

Propolis tincture on alcohol:

1. Pour 10 parts of alcohol into 9 parts of finely chopped pieces, place in a dark glass container.
2. Insist 7-8 days at room temperature - the coolness reduces the healing properties, shaking the container every day.
3. Filter through filter paper with cotton wool, pour into a container with a tight lid. Store in a dark place.

Infusion of propolis.Children are treated with water infusion:

• Add a little crushed powder to boiled water, heat for 10 minutes in a water bath to + 40C.

Milk can be used instead of water. Take within hours of preparation.

Propolis oil:

• Melt 1 kg of butter in an enamel pan, add 150 g of crushed powder, stir every 5 minutes.
• After 30 minutes, the wax will settle, and the oil will absorb the healing properties of propolis.

Divide ready-made propolis oil into glass jars warm. Discard the lower wax layer.

Store in the refrigerator for a long time. Consume up to 1 kg of a useful product per month.

Propolis ointment

1. Melt and bring to a boil 100 g of butter, add 20 g of chopped propolis.
2. Simmer over low heat until all particles are completely dissolved.

Propolis ointment is used to treat eczema, back pain:

• Apply to the affected area, cover with a clean soft cloth, compress paper, fix with a bandage, remove the bandage after a day.

Butter can be replaced with petroleum jelly.

1. Bring 100 g of petroleum jelly to a boil, remove from heat, let cool to + 60C.
2. Add 10 g of crushed propolis, heat slightly, stir continuously until the particles are completely dissolved.
3. Filter the hot mixture through cheesecloth.

Apply to veins for varicose veins, trophic ulcers, non-healing wounds, in the treatment of sciatica, sciatica.

The amount of propolis depends on therapeutic use ointments:

• 20% - fungal diseases, boils;
• 15% - cuts, rashes, ulcers and mucosal erosion;
• 10% - cervical erosion, hemorrhoids, burns, frostbite.

Recipe for strengthening immunity, destroying microorganisms, fungal infections, inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, with pancreatitis, pain in the gallbladder:

• Take orally 20% propolis tincture from the pharmacy 2-3 times a day, dilute 2-3 drops in 1c l. water.

Gradually increase the dose to 10 drops.

Treatment of colds, coughs, tonsillitis, sinusitis

Runny nose

• Lubricate the nasal passages and areas of the maxillary sinuses with propolis ointment 1-2 times a day, do not go outside for 2-3 hours.

• Mix propolis, beeswax, juice of one.

Apply a compress at night. After a few days, soak the corn in a hot bath, remove mechanically.

Contraindications

You should not be treated with propolis in case of tumors, liver diseases, biliary tract, kidney stones, and use it with caution in pancreatitis.

Propolis usually coincides with allergies to other beekeeping products.

Popularly, propolis tincture has found application due to its effective therapeutic effect. The tool is a product infused with alcohol or water. It is based on bee glue - a component produced by bees to strengthen the hive. The natural remedy has antibiotic properties. Therefore, it is widely used to treat various diseases. Consider the medicinal properties and contraindications of propolis tincture.

There are several options for preparing propolis tincture. Of alcoholic beverages preference is given to alcohol, since vodka is not strong enough to dissolve propolis. It can be used, but then the infusion period is increased to 3 weeks.

Wine alcohol

Ingredients:

• propolis - 30 g;
• wine alcohol - 200 ml.

Put the beekeeping product in the freezer for 60 minutes. It will freeze a little, become hard and cut well. Chop into thin shavings on a fine grater. Mix with wine alcohol in a prepared glass container, close tightly. Put in a cold place for 12-14 days. Stir with a wooden spatula or shake the contents up to 6 times a day. After the time has elapsed, put the tincture in the refrigerator for 12 hours. Put the gauze on a sieve and filter the resulting infusion. Transfer to a suitable bottle and seal tightly.

Ethyl alcohol

Products:

• ethyl alcohol 70% - 150 ml;
• propolis - 15 g.

Grind the main ingredient. Put in a glass bottle and cover with alcohol. Stir, cover. Remove to a cool place until the component dissolves. Don't forget to stir. After 30 days, time to filter the medicinal composition by pouring it into a dark glass container. Expiration date 1 year. Store at a temperature not exceeding 4 degrees.

On rubbing alcohol

Components:

• bee glue - 10 g;
• medical alcohol - 90 ml.

In this embodiment, propolis does not need to be frozen. Chop on a medium grater. Put in a glass container, pour 100 ml of chilled water. Cover with a cloth. Wait until the cleaned propolis settles to the bottom. Impurities will end up at the top, carefully remove. Strain the pure beekeeping product through a gauze cloth and dry.

Identify the prepared ingredient in a dark glass container. Pour in the specified amount of rubbing alcohol. Close tightly, leave in a cool place for 1.5 weeks.

Filter through a sieve and cheesecloth, pour into a suitable container. Stored in the refrigerator for 2 years.

On the water

You can also insist propolis. Suitable for those who have intolerance to alcoholic beverages.

For cooking, you need to prepare:

• water for injection sold in pharmacies - 200ml;
• fresh propolis - 35 g.

It is necessary to prepare a useful medicine in an enamel or heat-resistant container:

1. Put the propolis in the freezer for half an hour. Then chop on a fine grater or with a knife.
2. Place the product in a suitable container, cover with cold water and leave on the counter for 5 minutes.
3. As soon as the impurities float, drain the liquid and dry.
4. Fill with water for injection. Place the container with the contents in a water bath. Warm up the composition until the propolis is completely dissolved. Remember to stir from time to time.

The floating particles are completely removed. Cool the water infusion. Transfer to a suitable container. Store in a cool place.

To decrease or increase the concentration of the agent, it is necessary to regulate the amount of propolis and alcohol.

Medicinal properties of propolis tincture

Is a secret produced by bees. The second name is "bee glue". Bees make the sticky substance from tree buds, carry out additional processing with their own enzymes.

This type of product has a bright brown color similar to resin. By insisting on alcohol propolis, you can get a useful, medicinal composition.

The tool has a wide range of applications. The following useful compounds can be found in propolis tincture:

• flavonoids of plant origin;
• fatty acid;
• essential oils;
• organic acids;
• amino acids;
• vitamins;
• minerals.

Why propolis tincture is useful:

1. Stops the inflammatory process.
2. It has a bactericidal and antimicrobial effect, adversely affecting the pathogenic microflora.
3. Eliminates puffiness.
4. Accelerates the healing process of wounds, cuts.
5. Strengthens the human immune system. Preventing the development of viruses, bacteria in the body.
6. Replenishes the lack of vitamins and other useful compounds. Acts as a prophylactic agent for vitamin deficiency.
7. It has antioxidant properties. Cleansing the body of toxins, toxic compounds, free radicals.

Propolis and products based on it are especially valuable for humanity. It contains a full range of vitamins, minerals and other natural compounds necessary to maintain normal human life.

How to take propolis tincture

There are several methods of therapy. Use the agent externally and internally. Consider how to correctly apply propolis tincture in the development of pathological processes.

Propolis tincture external use

External use of propolis tincture helps to stop inflammation, further development of pathogenic microflora, and relieve unpleasant symptoms.

Propolis tincture oral administration

According to the instructions, propolis tincture is allowed to be taken orally. Therapy depends on the type of disease. Let's consider how to use the tool correctly.

Why is tincture used in folk medicine

They use a medicinal composition for many diseases. Indications for use :, mastopathy,.

Is it possible for pregnant and lactating mothers

• the presence of alcohol will adversely affect the development of the fetus and child;
• increased risk of development.

These factors are enough to give up during pregnancy and during breastfeeding from treatment with alcoholic extract of propolis. However, after consulting a doctor in pure form, with milk, ointments, sprays and water-based tinctures.

Is it possible for children

If after taking red spots, rashes, itching and flaking appear. The funds should be discarded.

Storage conditions and shelf life

The shelf life of a pharmacy medicinal product should not exceed 2 years. 1-3 years, subject to temperature regime +4 degrees. Place: dry, dark, cool. Keep out of reach of children. Cannot be used after the expiration date.

Contraindications

Before using the product, for the purpose of treating adults and children, it is recommended to consult a doctor to avoid the development of complications. Take strictly according to the instructions. Contraindications:

1. Liver disease.
2. Asthma during an exacerbation.
3. Dermatitis.
4. Rhinitis caused by allergies.
5. Children under 3 years old.
6. Individual intolerance.

Propolis tincture on alcohol has an anti-inflammatory, disinfecting effect. Popular in traditional and folk medicine, it can relieve the condition and relieve spasms.