Folk recipes for treatment with buckwheat

The healing properties of buckwheat have long been known to man: cereals are used for therapy and prevention of diseases, in cosmetology, in programs for cleansing the body. Delicious and healthy porridge is cooked from it, added to baked goods and healthy smoothies.

In the article we will tell you in detail about the properties of buckwheat, as well as about its areas of application.

The chemical composition and nutritional value of buckwheat

The calorie content of buckwheat cannot be uniquely identifiedas it depends on the cooking method. In dry (germinated) grain - 330 kcal per 100 g, in boiled cereals - 150 kcal, in steamed porridge - 250 kcal.

The nutritional value of buckwheat includes (per 100 g):

• proteins - 13.5 g;
• fats - 3.4 g;
• carbohydrates - 61.5 g.

Buckwheat is considered a cereal with an average glycemic index. - it varies between 50-60 units. Its regular use allows you to regulate blood sugar and normalize cholesterol levels.

The chemical composition of cereals is shown in the table.

Useful properties of buckwheat for the human body

Thanks to natural antioxidants buckwheat reduces the risk of developing malignant tumors, increases the level of resistance of the human body to unfavorable anthropogenic factors, including radiation.

Groats accelerate the healing of injuries of the gastric mucosa - this is facilitated by tannins. The product improves rheological parameters of blood and, thanks to unsaturated fats, is used as a therapeutic agent against thrombosis.

Croup can hardly be called a sedative, but it really improves the psycho-emotional state of a person - this is facilitated by tryptophan, magnesium and vitamins of group B. Buckwheat is involved in stabilizing sugar concentration, has a positive effect on the function of the thyroid gland, is able to reduce blood pressure and normalize the contractile function of smooth muscles

Useful components in buckwheat strengthen the walls of blood vessels and increase the elasticity of veins, have a beneficial effect on bone tissue and protect the liver from fatty infiltration.

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The use of buckwheat in folk medicine

Traditional medicine is actively practicing buckwheat treatment. In the treatment, not only cereals are used, but also buckwheat juice, leaves, flour and buckwheat honey.

Examples of using buckwheat-based products:

1. Fresh greens of this plant, after grinding, heal purulent wounds and boils.
2. Buckwheat juice treats conjunctivitis.
3. Buckwheat poultice treats skin inflammations, ulcers and tumors.
4. Flour is used instead of powder, for example, under a diaper.
5. The croup, heated and collected in a tissue bag, is applied to painful points on the body: to the lower back, throat, neck.
6. Buckwheat honey improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and the cardiovascular system.

Goiter treatment

Buckwheat helps in the treatment of goiter - a disease characterized by persistent enlargement of the thyroid gland... This treatment lasts six weeks. To prepare the medicine, mix a glass of ground cereals, chopped (through a meat grinder or in a blender) walnuts and honey.

The mixture is stored in a glass jar and taken according to a special scheme: the natural medicine should be the only meal on one of the days that the patient chooses for himself as a discharge. Drinking water is not prohibited on this day.

After six weeks of treatment, it is recommended to take a monthly break and repeat the treatment. It is highly recommended to conduct an ultrasound examination of the gland after two courses, although buckwheat with honey for goiter is quite an effective remedy.

Treating other thyroid disorders

We treat the thyroid gland with buckwheat: porridge helps with nodules, cysts and thyroid dysfunction. Buckwheat for the thyroid gland is prepared very simply.

100 g of cereals are boiled in 500 ml of water with the addition (at the end of cooking) 1 tsp. turmeric and 50 g of dry seaweed, salt is added to the medicinal dish to taste.

Let's figure it out why are these ingredients mixed in porridge:

• turmeric purifies the blood;
• seaweed saturates the body with iodine, which is involved in the thyroid gland;
• buckwheat stabilizes the function of this vital gland.

Porridge becomes not only orange-yellow and tasty, but also extremely healthy.

Treating gout

Is it possible to eat buckwheat and be treated at the same time? Yes, especially when it comes to gout. Buckwheat for gout, joint disease arising from metabolic disorders, is quite effective... In case of illness, a special buckwheat diet helps. Here are some recipes for making medicinal porridge.

Recipe number 1

Ingredients:

• cereals - 1 glass;
• kefir - 1 l.

Preparation:

1. Pour the groats with 3 cups of boiling water.
2. Wrap up for 10-12 hours.
3. Drink with kefir.

Recipe number 2

Ingredients:

• groats - 50 gr.;
• water - 100 ml.

Preparation:

1. Pour the cereal with cool water.
2. Salt and stir.
3. Insist for about 40 minutes.
4. Cook over low heat for 30 minutes.
5. Consume as a main course.

Low back pain treatment

With sciatica pain, manifested in the lower back, carry out massage procedures with cereals and salt... The massage technique is very unusual: the patient lies down on a mixture of coarse table salt and buckwheat sprinkled on the fabric. In total, half a glass of one and the second component is required. It is recommended to lie on cereals with salt for 2 hours a day.

Treatment with buckwheat for back pain is carried out for a month or until the onset of symptom relief.

Cleansing the body

To cleanse the body from toxins and toxins, as well as to reduce the level of sugar in the blood in traditional medicine the so-called buckwheat jelly is used.

To prepare it grind 20 g of cereal into flour (grind it easily on a coffee grinder), pour 150 ml of boiling water over it and boil for a minute. After cooling, the healthy jelly is divided into two equal parts, which are drunk in the morning and evening half an hour before meals. Cleansing with jelly is carried out for two months, then they take a 30-day break and repeat the course.

Diabetes mellitus treatment

For the treatment of diabetes, traditional medicine uses buckwheat with kefir... To prepare a dish, mix one tablespoon of cereal with one glass of kefir and let it stand for 8-10 hours in the refrigerator. It is recommended to eat the entire serving in the morning on an empty stomach. There are no time restrictions in use, you can have breakfast like this all the time.

it the product normalizes blood pressure, activates metabolism, relieves constipation... Buckwheat with kefir helps to quit smoking, drinking coffee and eating sweets.

Harm and contraindications to the use of buckwheat

The benefits of buckwheat undeniable, however, consider the possible harm it can cause to the human body.

Among the contraindications:

• an acute attack of pancreatitis (when the pancreas becomes inflamed);
• kidney failure and inflamed bladder;
• aggravated gastritis or stomach ulcer;
• food allergy to buckwheat.

Buckwheat can be allowed to be consumed in small quantities and with the above diagnoses, but the method of its preparation and dose should be determined by a medical professional.

Cereals are not recommended to be eaten in large quantities with a tendency to constipation and bloating, as well as during pregnancy and lactation. Diabetics should not eat too much buckwheat, as large quantities of nutritious cereals can be harmful.

Buckwheat mono-diets can be followed for no more than 4 days in a row.

Features of the use of buckwheat for the face for cosmetic purposes

Buckwheat is actively used in the field of cosmetology.... Masks, creams, scrubs are made from it - not only for the face, but also for the legs, hands and the whole body. Buckwheat is also added to hair remedies.

Green buckwheat masks

Buckwheat face masks are extremely easy to prepare: they have healing properties and have a lot of positive reviews. Let's take an example of a green buckwheat mask for aging skin.

For cooking, 3-5 tablespoons of green cereal flour is used, which is mixed with 1 raw yolk and 1 spoonful of honey. The mask is applied to a steamed, cleansed face for 20 minutes. It is recommended to remove such a mask from wrinkles with a cotton pad dipped in tea. Apply the mask 2-3 times a week.

Scrub for cleansing the skin

Four tablespoons of buckwheat flour are mixed with one yolk, a teaspoon of olive oil and a teaspoon of sugar. All mix and massage the scrub on the face, leaving for 8-10 minutes. Then the product is washed off with warm water.

Mask for normal hair

About 100 ml of warm milk is mixed with two tablespoons of buckwheat flour and one yolk. Mix everything, apply to wet hair, rub into the skin and distribute the mask along the entire length. After 20-25 minutes, wash off with warm water and shampoo.

Nourishing mask for tired hair

Four tablespoons of warm milk are mixed with one spoonful of lemon juice and three tablespoons of buckwheat flour. Leave to infuse for 20 minutes, and then apply it to the hair, paying special attention to the roots. After 20 minutes, the mask is washed off with warm water and shampoo.

Conclusion

Buckwheat is used in the treatment of many diseases, with its help they cleanse the body, take care of the skin and hair. Nutritionists and traditional medicine experts recommend sticking to dosages and drug regimens, even if it consists of harmless foods.

In case the treatment did not give the expected effect, you should consult a doctor.