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Since ancient times, dandelion has been widely used in folk medicine. The main feature of the plant is its unpretentiousness. A lot of useful products are prepared on the basis of dandelion, from decoctions to oil mixtures and tinctures. Making dandelion oil at home is not that difficult. It is enough to follow the algorithm of actions.
Benefits of Dandelion Oil
Dandelion is a perennial plant with elongated leaves and bright yellow flowers. In the middle of summer, the flower basket transforms into a hat of ripe seeds. With strong gusts of wind, the seeds scatter, giving rise to life for new plants. The length of the plant varies from 10 to 30 cm. The flowering period begins in late spring and ends with the onset of autumn.
Dandelion has a rich chemical composition. This allows it to be used for the manufacture of traditional medicine. The beneficial properties of the plant are especially appreciated in alternative medicine. Due to the high benefits, the plant is harvested for future use in large volumes. For the preparation of useful compositions, both root and ground parts are used. The plant not only has general strengthening properties, but also saves from serious diseases. The composition contains the following substances:
- sterols;
- amino acids;
- flavonoids;
- vitamin C;
- phytoncides;
- macronutrients (iron, phosphorus, boron, cobalt, manganese, calcium);
- tannins;
- carotenoids;
- glycosides.
Due to its composition, the oil medicine is famous for its beneficial properties. It is used in the fight against colds, depressive disorders and pathologies of the digestive system. The preparation of a useful product does not require significant financial investments. At the same time, in terms of effectiveness, the oil mixture is not inferior to biological additives and some drugs. The benefits of dandelion oil include:
- antiviral;
- laxative;
- expectorant;
- anthelmintic;
- diuretic.
How to make dandelion oil
The special benefits of dandelion oil are noted in cosmetology and pharmaceuticals. With its help, burns are treated and sore joints are rubbed. In some cases, it is taken orally. The taste of the drug includes a slight bitterness. Dandelion flower oil is infused for several weeks.
To make the benefits more pronounced, it is better to collect the plant on sunny days. The inflorescences are first inspected for damage and then cut off. The carefully selected flowers are dried and then poured with olive or sunflower oil. Drying is carried out in direct sunlight. It is advisable to spread the raw material on a paper towel or natural cloth.
To extend the shelf life and preserve the benefits, vitamin E is added to the oil mixture. It is highly not recommended to use apricot kernel oil or linseed oil as a base. In this case, the product will turn rancid ahead of time. There are several ways to prepare a healthy product. The main ingredient can be both dandelion leaves and flowers.
On a water bath
The properties of dandelion oil do not change from the cooking method. The fastest way the oil comes to readiness in a water bath. To obtain 250 ml of a useful product, you will need the following ingredients:
- 250 ml of sunflower or olive oil;
- 100 g of dandelion flowers.
Cooking algorithm:
- Flowers are cleaned from dirt and insects under running water.
- They are placed in a small glass container and filled with oil.
- A jar of dandelions is placed in an enamel pot and filled with water. The diameter of the pot should be wider than the glass container.
- For 1 hour, the remedy is simmered in a water bath.
- After removing from heat and cooling, the resulting liquid is filtered and poured into a dark bottle.
Dandelion infusion in oil
Dandelion medicine can be prepared in another way. The benefits and composition of the finished product will not change. An infusion-based dandelion oil recipe uses the following ingredients:
- 100 g dried dandelion roots;
- 400 ml of sunflower oil.
Cooking process:
- Dandelion roots crushed in any way are poured with oil and removed to a dark place.
- The duration of the infusion is 2 weeks.
- Filter the oily composition before use.
For ease of use, it is advisable to store dandelion oil in small dark vials. It is important to sign the date of their manufacture. This will allow you to monitor the quality of a useful product. Store stocks in a cool, dark place.
Of frozen flowers
The benefits and harms of dandelion oil made from frozen flowers are determined on a case-by-case basis. The product is used to treat diseases of the digestive system and liver. This oil is often used for dressing vegetable salads. The cooking principle is the same as for classic butter. The only difference is that frozen inflorescences are used as the main component. The main advantage of the recipe is the possibility of cooking at any time of the year. But the collection and freezing of plants should be carried out only in the summer.
The beneficial properties of the product are not lost when frozen. The plant is thoroughly washed and dried. Only after that it is packaged in plastic bags and placed in the freezer. The inflorescences must be separated from the root in advance.
The use of dandelion oil in traditional medicine
Knowing the properties and uses of dandelion oil can help you get the most out of it. In most cases, it is used for topical application. Often the product is used as an emergency aid for burns and various injuries to the skin surface. The regenerative, beneficial properties of dandelion oil allow you to use it when needed to reduce the likelihood of scarring. In folk medicine, the use of dandelion oil is most often practiced in the fight against the following ailments:
- cholecystitis;
- skin diseases;
- metabolic disorders;
- hypertonic disease;
- ailments of the thyroid gland;
- pathology of the gallbladder;
- toxic poisoning;
- excess weight;
- deviations in the work of the urinary system;
- diseases of the reproductive system.
Dandelion-based products are often used for general strengthening of the body. Their benefits are comparable to the effect of vitamin complexes. But it is important to remember that any non-traditional treatment must be used in limited quantities. If side effects occur, it is required to stop treatment.
How to use dandelion oil
Dandelion oil is considered a cure for many ailments. To get the most out of it, you must follow the rules for using the product. Inside, the oil is consumed, previously diluted in clean water or tea. At 1 st. drink will need 1 tsp. oils. Oral administration is indicated for diseases of the digestive system and toxic poisoning. The duration of treatment is determined by the nature of the disease. Before starting a treatment course, it is advisable to consult a specialist.
For skin ailments, dandelion oil is applied directly to the problem area 1-2 times a day. No less pronounced benefit is observed when using a therapeutic agent for the manufacture of applications. For headaches, sprains and joint pain, oil is used for local rubbing. For colds and coughs, experts recommend rubbing the remedy into the chest area with massaging movements.
Limitations and contraindications
Dandelion oil, reviews of which are mostly positive, has a number of contraindications. If you do not take them into account, undesirable consequences are possible. The existing symptoms may increase and the general well-being may worsen. In this case, the beneficial properties of the product are neutralized. It is strictly forbidden to use it in the following cases:
- poor patency of the bile ducts;
- individual intolerance to the constituent components;
- pregnancy;
- diarrhea;
- age up to 7 years;
- gastritis and peptic ulcer.
During the lactation period, women should use the oil mixture with caution. It promotes increased production of breast milk. It is also not recommended to exceed the prescribed dosage. In this case, nausea, headache, and stool disorder may occur. If it is necessary to combine a useful agent with medications, you should consult a specialist.
Conclusion
Dandelion oil should be used with caution at home. Only in this case the beneficial properties of the product will be fully revealed. If it is impossible to make a remedy on your own, doctors advise buying ready-made dietary supplements with dandelion extract at a pharmacy.
