Antipyretics for children are prescribed by a pediatrician. But there are emergency situations for fever when the child needs to be given medicine immediately. Then the parents take responsibility and use antipyretic drugs. What is allowed to give to infants? How can you bring down the temperature in older children? What medicines are the safest?
Botanical characteristics of Caucasian Dioscorea
Dioscorea Caucasian- perennial herbaceous vine 2-3 meters long with a thick horizontal rhizome. Leaves 6–15 cm long are heart-shaped or oval, pointed at the ends, densely pubescent below. The flowers are green, small, unisexual, collected in racemes or spikes. The fruits are rounded trihedral capsules. The seeds of the plant are with a pterygoid outgrowth, which gives them good volatility. Dioscorea blooms in May-June, fruits ripen in September.
The plant is endemic, grows only in Abkhazia and the Adler region of the Krasnodar Territory. It is listed in the Red Book, in connection with which measures have been taken to cultivate Dioscorea.
Useful properties of Dioscorea
Dioscorea refers to medicinal plants, used in the treatment of many diseases. The most effective on the human body is the effect of preparations from the rhizome of vines that have reached the age of 25. The collection of roots is carried out in spring and autumn, until the first frost. Well-dried raw materials can be stored for three years. Decoctions and infusions of Dioscorea have an immunomodulatory, tonic, sedative, diuretic, choleretic effect.
The main active ingredients are steroid glucosides, they are able to bind and remove. The chemical composition of the plant also includes starch and fat-like substances.
Application of Dioscorea
Dioscorea is good for adrenal dysfunction, immune system, inflammation of the trigeminal nerve, rheumatoid, atherosclerosis of the vessels of the brain and other organs. Preparations from it improve sleep, memory, heart, liver and kidney function. The plant is successfully used to treat headaches, restore vision with. It relieves fatigue and irritability, removes tinnitus, improves sleep and mood.
Dioscorea lowers blood cholesterol and prevents lipid deposition in the arteries and liver, dilates peripheral vessels and improves coronary blood flow, reduces the frequency of angina attacks and relieves. Infusions and extracts from the plant stimulate motor and secretory activity. gastrointestinal tract. Patients improve general state and positive shifts in lipid metabolism are outlined, the prothrombin index is normalized.
Preparations of Dioscorea increase the life of irradiated mice, creating a semblance of an X-ray protective effect. The use of such drugs for hypertriglyceridemia is quite effective. Also, positive results have been obtained when using Dioscorea in conjunction with other herbs in the treatment of such severe systemic diseases like lupus erythematosus, glomerulonephritis, sarcoidosis.
Dioscorea root
The rhizomes of Caucasian Dioscorea contain up to 25% steroid glycosides (saponins). The most significant of them are dioscin, protodioscin, protogracillin. The roots are harvested from the end of April until the first frost, carefully digging them out of the ground with a shovel. After that, they are cut into pieces 30 cm long, dried at a temperature of 60-70 ° C. Due to the fact that Dioscorea is listed in the Red Book, plants grown under artificial conditions are used for medical purposes.
The rhizomes of the vines are compact, thick, with tuberous thickenings, yellow at the break.
Dioscorea tincture
Recipe number 1. 100 g of dry crushed roots should be poured with 500 ml of vodka, infused for at least 10 days in a dark, cool place, shaking occasionally, strain. Dosage - 25-30 drops 3 times a day, approximately 30 minutes after meals.
Recipe number 2. 7.5 tablespoons of dry crushed roots should be poured over 1.5 liters of vodka and infused in a dark place for 10 days. The tincture is drunk with warm tea at the rate of 1 teaspoon 3 times a day after meals. Helps well this remedy after and in heart disease. Treatment consists of three to four courses with a break of 1 month.
Decoction recipe: 1 teaspoon of dry crushed root is poured with a glass of boiling water and heated in a steam bath for 20 minutes. After cooling and straining, the decoction can be drunk 1 tablespoon 3 times a day after meals, for 3-4 weeks. For treatment, 3 courses are taken with a break of 7 days. You can repeat the treatment every 4-6 months
Dioscorea tea
The roots of the plant can be brewed into teas. To do this, mix 70% green tea and 30% crushed Dioscorea root. Consume in the morning, 1 hour after meals, 1 time per day. This tea normalizes the level of cholesterol in the blood, improves memory and normalizes sleep. This is a good prevention of hypertension and atherosclerosis. To prevent bloating, you can drink tea brewed from a mixture of herbs such as dioscorea root, fennel, or peppermint. Consume it after meals.
Dioscorea with honey
Dioscorea nipponica
It is endemic to East Asia. It is distributed in the Primorsky Territory, in the southeast of the Amur Region, in the south of the Khabarovsk Territory, as well as in China and Japan. Stems glabrous, up to 4 m long, rhizome thick, horizontal. The leaves are alternate, broadly heart-shaped, with three, five or seven lobes. The flowers are yellowish-green on short stalks, collected in racemes, rarely in panicles. For production medical preparations rhizomes are harvested in September-October. Dried raw materials can be stored for 3 years.
Powders and decoctions from the rhizome have a pronounced diuretic, choleretic and anti-sclerotic effect, reduce blood pressure and blood clotting. From the roots and rhizomes, a dry extract of "Polysponin" is made, which prevents the deposition of lipids in the liver and the cardiovascular system. It removes "bad" cholesterol, improves heart function and increases diuresis. The extract is used for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis and hypertension.
positive action Dioscorea in this case is associated with a slower absorption of cholesterol in the intestine and a decrease in its level in the blood. Cholesterol is retained in the state of a colloidal solution and is excreted from the body without having time to be deposited on the walls of blood vessels.
Dioscorea ivory
Dioscorea ivory is native to South Africa, where this exotic plant grows naturally. Its uniqueness lies in the presence of a spherical aerial tuber (caudex), which under ideal conditions can reach a height of 3 m with a diameter of 1 m and a weight of up to 400 kg. From a distance, the caudex resembles a tortoise shell, as it is covered with polygonal cork-like growths. With such dimensions root system plants are surprisingly small and located mainly in the surface layer of the earth.
Thin curly shoots sprout from the top of the tuber, the length of which is from two to five meters. The leaves are alternate, broadly heart-shaped, with rounded lobes. Their length is 2-5 cm. Small yellowish-green flowers are collected in racemose inflorescences. The pulp of the caudex is edible. It is similar to the flesh of a turnip and is rich in starch. For many Africans, it is a staple food.
This type of Dioscorea is not used for medicinal purposes, but it is valued as an ornamental plant.
Dioscorea hairy
This perennial herbaceous vine grows in the dense forests of North America (Indiana, North Carolina, Virginia). It has a knotty woody rhizome and thin branching shoots up to 5 m high. The leaves are alternate, pubescent, with 7–11 veins. Petioles glabrous or nearly glabrous. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, collected in drooping inflorescences. Dioscorea blooms in June - early July.
As a medicinal raw material, rhizomes containing saponins are harvested. On the basis of shaggy dioscorea, contraceptives and creams for the treatment of eczema are made. It is an effective anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antispasmodic, choleretic and antirheumatic agent. Due to its ability to dilate blood vessels, Dioscorea helps with cramps and cramps in the premenstrual period.
The plant contains phytoestrogens, including diosgenin. It is the natural precursor of progesterone. The use of decoctions and infusions of the roots of Dioscorea hairy during menopause prevents development, in addition, the work of the gonads is regulated. Dioscorea preparations also help in the treatment of urinary tract and.
Contraindications to the use of Dioscorea
Dioscorea is not recommended for patients with bradycardia and pregnant women. No other contraindications have been identified. Saponins can irritate the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract, so decoctions and tinctures must be taken after meals. When using drugs in rare cases, there may be observed side effects: loss of appetite, skin , bowel disorders, sweating. If such symptoms appear, reduce the dose or temporarily stop taking Dioscorea.
Expert editor: Sokolova Nina Vladimirovna| Phytotherapeutist
Education: A diploma in the specialty "Medicine" and "Therapy" received at the University named after N. I. Pirogov (2005 and 2006). Advanced training at the Department of Phytotherapy at the Moscow University of Peoples' Friendship (2008).
Recently, creepers have become popular in landscape design. But few people know that many of their representatives are not only beautiful, but also useful to humans. One of these specimens is the Caucasian Dioscorea, and what kind of vine it is and why it is so useful for the human body, we will now find out.
Botanical description
Caucasian Dioscorea is a representative of perennial herbaceous vines of the Dioscorea family. Its length can vary within 2-4 m. The root is thick, long. The heart-oval shape of the lower leaves resembles a whorl, while the upper ones are slightly pointed, with arcuate veins. 
Single-sex flowers have a characteristic green color. Dioscorea is a dicotyledonous plant, in the hands of which there are up to three flowers (this is the maximum). Its fruit is a box with three nests and the same number of faces. Flowering period - from May to June, fruiting - from July to September.
Distribution and habitat
This is an endemic plant of the Caucasus. It is found in the west of Transcaucasia, living in oak groves, as well as among shrub plantations and in the mountains (at an altitude of up to 1 km.).
Important! Dioscorea Caucasian is listed in the Red Book.
Chemical composition
The plant contains steroid glycosides. Dioscin, which is the main component, is able to break down into components such as glucose, rhamnose and diosgenin. In addition, the composition of Dioscorea includes starch and fatty substances.
Beneficial features
Dioscorea Caucasian has a positive effect on a person:
- binds and lowers cholesterol levels;
- eliminates pain;
- relieves fatigue and reduces fatigue;
- does not allow uric acid to linger in the blood;
- normalizes sleep;
- improves memory and mood;
- activates cardiovascular, renal and hepatic activity;
- helps in the fight against excess weight.
Application in medicine
Preparations containing Dioscorea are often used to treat various diseases: gout, arthritis, rheumatism, cataracts, atherosclerosis, sarcoidosis and others.
For the respiratory system
Dioscorea is used to treat bronchitis and pneumonia. The plant is used as a tea to:
- increase blood circulation of the respiratory organs;
- mucus outflow;
- increase the level of protection of the whole organism.
For the nervous system
To improve the activity of the nervous system, it is recommended to undergo a course of treatment with decoctions. It is continued for 1 month, after which the sleep will become full, blood pressure will return to normal, headaches and tinnitus will disappear.
For digestion
The root of the plant can also be used to treat gastritis (in its early stages), and also enhances the motility of the entire gastrointestinal tract. To do this, prepare a drink from the crushed root of Dioscorea, ginger, fennel, chamomile, lemon balm, mint with the addition of boiling water. It is recommended to use the product immediately before meals. 
For the cardiovascular system
Dioscorea is very useful for the elderly, as it is able to cleanse the walls of blood vessels from cholesterol. Taking funds prepared from the root of the plant relieves the symptoms of atherosclerosis, improves the post-infarction condition, and alleviates the effects of a stroke, high blood pressure and rheumatoid arthritis.
Dioscorea enhances blood supply, dilates blood vessels, saturating cells with oxygen and nourishing with useful substances, which helps to reduce the likelihood of tachycardia and angina pectoris. If there are problems from of cardio-vascular system it is recommended to take alcohol tinctures from a dry root.
For the functions of the reproductive system
With the help of this herb, diseases provoked by hormonal failure are also treated. It is able to stop the excessive synthesis of estrogens, maintaining the condition of endometriosis patients. In addition, Dioscorea preparations help preserve the fetus and support the woman during pregnancy. They treat hypogonadism, osteoporosis, menstrual disorders, pain and cramps, vaginitis, inflammation of the fallopian tubes and endometritis.
Dioscorea can reduce the risk of developing cancer at a woman. It prevents the development of fibroids.
For the organs of vision
A collection of dioscorea, sweet clover, sage, cumin and hawthorn treat cataracts, myopia and hyperopia, but only in the early stages. The duration of the course is three weeks.
Harm and side effects
Side effects from taking products containing creeper root can be:
- intestinal disorder;
- itching on the skin.
Contraindications
It is forbidden to take the above drugs if the patient suffers from:
- bradycardia;
- low blood pressure;
- gastritis;
- gastric ulcer;
- individual intolerance to the components of the plant.
Recipes for making healing potions
For cooking medicines it is better to use roots older than 25 years of age. Decoctions, tinctures, ointments and other medicines are prepared from them.
Important! The dried roots of the plant are able to retain their properties for three years.
Alcohol tincture: how to take
To make a product such as alcohol tincture, you will need:
- dry root of Dioscorea - 50 g;
- vodka - 0.5 l.
It is effective in the fight against allergic manifestations and inflammatory processes in organism. To carry out rehabilitation measures after a stroke and other heart diseases, the tincture is prepared according to a different recipe: 7 tbsp. dry rhizomes of creepers pour 1.5 liters. alcohol and insist for 10 days. Drink 1 tsp. along with tea after meals. Course duration - 1 month.
Powder
You can also take the root of Dioscorea Caucasian, crushed to a powdery state, from atherosclerosis. Take the powder in a third of a teaspoon with honey. After 10 days of therapy, you need to take a break for a week. Continue this treatment is not longer than 4 months. 
Decoction
Dioscorea in the form of a decoction is used to treat atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, gout, arthritis, impaired pituitary function and sexual diseases, as well as metabolic and hormonal problems. To prepare such a miraculous decoction, you will need:
- 1 tsp crushed plant root;
- 1 st. boiling water.
Ointment
The ointment is used to treat atherosclerosis of the legs. To do this, 100 g of crushed roots are poured into 400 g of pork fat. Boil the mixture in a water bath for 2 hours, remembering to stir. Next, you need to infuse the product for half an hour, then place it in the refrigerator for storage. Lubricate the legs with the finished composition before going to bed (be sure to wrap it with a towel afterwards) or hold it over the steam.
Did you know? Dioscorea has estrogenic activity, but does not contain hormones.
Dioscorea is fairly easy to grow. Liana is suitable for both street and apartment conditions. The main thing is to know all the needs of the plant.
Choice of location and lighting
The place should be well lit, sunny or with a slight shadow. The best option is light and diffused light. Recommended temperature:
- in summer - not lower than + 20⁰C;
- in winter - not lower than + 13⁰C.
substrate and fertilizer
Dioscorea loves neutral soils that are not heavy in texture. A mixture of soddy and leafy soil, coarse sand and humus is suitable.
During the growing season (from spring to autumn), it is worth fertilizing the vine every 2-3 weeks. To do this, you can use liquid mineral fertilizers for vines and ivy. Always follow the dosage indicated in the instructions. 
Sowing and reproduction
Dioscorea seeds reproduce very poorly. To obtain positive result, it is necessary to support high temperature(about +30⁰C) air for a long time period. Growth is very slow.
It is best to propagate the vine cuttings. In the spring, cut off the apical specimens and root in a peat mixture. Wrap in plastic to create a greenhouse. Just do not forget to ventilate it and water the plant. As soon as the stalk grows up and gets stronger, it can be transplanted to a permanent place. 
Watering and humidity
In summer, dioscorea needs abundant watering. In autumn, the amount of water should be gradually reduced. With the advent of winter and dormancy, watering becomes even more rare. This moment is determined by the yellow color of the foliage. As soon as the leaves begin to turn green in the spring, the frequency of watering is increased again.
Wintering
If the winter in your region is rather cold, the vine is insulated with foliage shed by it. In warm climates, it does not need shelter.
Diseases and pests
The main pest is the red spider mite (leaves begin to dry and curl). You can get rid of a small number of these insects by washing the foliage with soapy water or by spraying the plant with tincture of onion peel. In case of severe damage, it is worth using the drug "Aktelik".
Ancient healers knew about Dioscorea. It is believed that this plant got its name in honor of the famous ancient doctor Dioscorides, who described the culture in his writings. But only in the middle of the 20th century former USSR doctors drew attention to the beautiful liana. The specialists amazed her medicinal properties. But due to limited plant resources healing herb was available only to the "elite". Today this plant is cultivated, so it can be used widely.
Botanical characteristic
The plant belongs to the Dioscoreaceae family. Herbaceous perennial vine can reach 4 m in height. The culture has a thick and powerful root. It is he who has healing properties and in demand in medicine. The plant, due to constant poaching, is practically exterminated in the wild. Therefore, it was listed in the Red Book and began to be cultivated in agricultural conditions. Dioscorea Caucasian has characteristic differences.
- stem. Curly, herbaceous shoot, unbranched.
- Leaves . Petiolate, large leaves are distinguished by a heart-shaped shape. They are slightly pointed towards the end and have a characteristic notch near the handle. They can reach 6-15 cm in length.
- Flowers. They appear in May. Small inflorescences of a yellowish-greenish hue, completely inconspicuous in appearance. Flowers consist of six petals and reach a diameter of approximately 4 mm.
- Fruits. Ripen in August-September. These are small, triangular boxes. They contain seeds with wing-shaped flat outgrowths, which ensure the volatility and reproduction of the culture.
- Rhizome. Liana is distinguished by a long, thick root, which goes deep into the soil by 1.5-2 m. The rhizome has a brown-brown color and many hard branches.
The plant is used not only by traditional healers, but also in official medicine. Liana is part of such medicines for atherosclerosis as Polisponin and Diosponin. And dermatologists use it to treat skin ailments.
Compound
Chemical composition wild yam is very complex and varied. But the following substances are of the greatest value both in official medicine and in folk medicine.
- Saponins. The rhizome is rich in diosgenin derivatives - steroidal saponins. They have a wide range of effects. It is saponins that remove bad cholesterol from the body. These components can even destroy atherosclerotic plaques that form on the vascular walls.
- Glycosides. Compounds that improve the functioning of the heart.
- Phytoestrogens. These substances are structurally similar to female hormones.
The culture is rich in starch, selenium and chromium, fat-like substances.
Medicinal properties
Since the plant effectively cleanses blood vessels and normalizes the activity of the heart, it is especially recommended for older people. Doctors believe that the benefits of culture are related to its ability to:
- reduce blood pressure;
- dilate blood vessels;
- reduce blood cholesterol levels.
Therefore, the indication for the use of wild yam in official medicine is most often atherosclerosis. Taking the herb allows you to:
- eliminate headache;
- improve eyesight;
- normalize mood;
- return sleep;
- improve memory;
- Eliminate annoying tinnitus.
But atherosclerosis is not the only pathology in which medicinal vines are in demand. It is very useful for women. Doctors note the following positive properties of the herb:
- normalization of hormonal levels;
- improvement during menopause;
- normalization of the menstrual cycle;
- protection against osteoporosis;
- relief of inflammation (salpingitis, endometritis, vaginitis).
Due to the anti-inflammatory effect on reproductive system no less useful plant for men. And thanks to the ability to increase blood circulation, it improves potency. But Dioscorea is allowed to be used only after consulting a doctor. It is strictly forbidden to resort to self-medication. In some situations, grass can be not only harmful, but also dangerous.
Contraindications
Vegetable raw materials, despite the extensive list of indications for the appointment, can harm the body. The following conditions are contraindications to taking herbal remedies.
- Hypotension. Medicinal raw materials promote vasodilation. As a result of this effect, the pressure decreases. Therefore, in those people who naturally have low blood pressure, dioscorea can provoke a severe hypotonic state.
- Stroke . This condition is both an indication and a contraindication. Only a doctor can determine if a given herb will be beneficial. Culture dilates blood vessels, and in some cases can cause the phenomenon of "robbing" those suffering from chronic ischemia areas of the brain due to blood flow to those areas that are already well supplied with blood.
- Ulcer, gastritis. The herb enhances the secretion of the digestive glands. And this leads to an increase in the acidity of gastric juice and a deterioration in the patient's condition.
Do not use Dioscorea if you are allergic to the plant. In this case, quite unpleasant side effects can develop: a rash on the skin, severe itching, loss of appetite, excessive sweating, and even indigestion. These symptoms indicate intoxication of the body. Reception of the herbal remedy is immediately stopped. And if necessary, seek medical help.
Prescription drugs
For medicinal purposes, healers and doctors advise using only the root of the plant. Various tinctures and decoctions are prepared from it. And sometimes raw materials are crushed and consumed in the form of a powder. Since the plant is listed in the Red Book, it is recommended to refrain from self-digging. It is better to buy pharmaceutical phyto-raw materials. In this case, you will also be completely sure that you have purchased a real Dioscorea, and not a herb that looks like it. Select prescriptions for medicines depending on the disease.
From atherosclerosis
Peculiarities . With atherosclerosis, the use of a honey mixture is recommended. The medicine is used three times a day, one teaspoon. Then they take a break for a week and repeat the ten-day course again. This treatment continues for three to four months.
Components:
- pharmacy dioscorea - 5 g;
- honey - half a glass.
What to do
- The root of the plant is thoroughly crushed.
- The powder is poured into honey and the medicine is thoroughly mixed.
From inflammation
Peculiarities . An alcohol infusion is recommended as a medicine. This remedy helps to cope with inflammatory processes that occur in the body and are of a chronic nature. It is recommended to take not alcohol, but high-quality vodka. Use the medicine for 30-60 drops, diluting them in a glass of water. Repeat the reception three times a day. The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the disease. Sometimes the drug is prescribed for three to four months, and sometimes therapy is delayed for a year.
Components:
- Dioscorea root - 50 g;
- vodka - 0.5 l.
What to do
- The root of the plant is cut into small pieces.
- The plant component is poured with vodka.
- The drug is infused for one month. Shake the solution periodically.
- Be sure to filter the drug.
Vodka tincture serves as a medicine for gout. It helps cleanse the blood and removes uric acid from the body. Take 30 drops three times a day, diluting them in a third of a glass of water. Such treatment for chronic gout is carried out for two months. Repeat the course two or three times a year.
From women's diseases
Peculiarities . The decoction is in demand in gynecology. It is prescribed for violations of the menstrual cycle, to normalize the condition during menopause. The drug normalizes the level of hormones. Moreover, the plant provides an increase in progesterone in case of its deficiency, and in case of its excess, on the contrary, it contributes to a decrease. Use the medicine in a tablespoon three times a day. And the duration of therapy should be discussed with the doctor.
Components:
- Dioscorea root - one teaspoon;
- water - two glasses.
What to do
- The root is slightly crushed.
- Raw materials are poured with boiling water.
- The solution was boiled in a water bath for ten minutes.
- Then the mixture is poured into a thermos and the medicine is infused for half an hour.
- After that, the broth is filtered.
The medicine can help with urinary inflammation. It is used for adnexitis, salpingitis, cystitis, urethritis, oophoritis.
For potency
Peculiarities . To enhance potency ethnoscience recommends pairing Dioscorea with red clover. Use the drug in a teaspoon. Depending on the severity of the problem, the medicine is recommended to be taken twice or thrice a day. Treatment continues for one to two months.
Components:
- Dioscorea root - 50 g;
- red clover (only flowers) - approximately a three-liter jar;
- vodka - about 2.5 liters.
What to do
- The rhizomes are crushed with a sharp knife.
- Raw materials are placed in a three-liter jar.
- Next, the container is filled with clover heads to the very top.
- Vegetable components are poured with vodka. It is necessary that the entire clover be covered with alcohol.
- The bank is closed and insisted for 30 days.
- Periodically, the mixture is shaken, and vodka is added to the initial volume.
- After a month, the drink is filtered.
- The filtered tincture is kept for another seven days, and only after that it is ready for use.
From hypertension
Peculiarities. At initial stages pathology will help medicinal tea. This tool is able to normalize sleep, strengthen memory, improve intellectual abilities, eliminate chronic fatigue. The tool is recommended to use to remove bad cholesterol from the body. The drink must be taken once a day, during breakfast.
Components:
- Dioscorea root - half a teaspoon;
- green tea - a teaspoon;
- honey - to taste;
- boiling water - one cup.
What to do
- The root is crushed.
- Raw materials are mixed with green tea.
- The resulting brew is poured with boiling water.
- The drink is covered with a lid or a saucer and insisted for seven to ten minutes.
- Then the drink is filtered.
- Add honey.
People with high blood pressure can be applied pharmacy tincture. The extract is recommended for atherosclerosis, angina pectoris. The drug serves as a stroke prevention.
From obesity
Peculiarities . The root is able to increase metabolism. Due to this effect, the body gets rid of harmful substances. Due to this, weight loss is observed. To enhance the process of losing extra pounds, it is recommended to combine a valuable plant with other useful components. The resulting infusion is taken three times a day for a quarter cup.
Components:
- Dioscorea - a tablespoon;
- birch leaves - a tablespoon;
- elecampane - a tablespoon;
- immortelle - a tablespoon;
- kelp - a tablespoon;
- white willow bark - a tablespoon;
- rosehip - a tablespoon;
- parsley - a tablespoon;
- mulberry leaf - a tablespoon;
- fennel - a tablespoon;
- currant leaf - a tablespoon;
- water - 0.5 l.
What to do
- All components are crushed and mixed in a separate bowl.
- Medicinal raw materials in the amount of 20 g are poured with boiling water.
- For an hour, the drink is infused warm, and then filtered.
The plant activates the secretion in the digestive tract. Therefore, you can use medicinal drugs only after eating. Taking Dioscorea on an empty stomach can lead to the development of serious diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
The calming effect of Dioscorea led to attempts to use it even for the treatment of epilepsy, and on the Internet you can find a recipe for treating this disease with an alcohol tincture of the plant. However, it must be remembered that such serious disorders of the nervous system require a much more reasonable approach than the use of folk remedies. And attempts to treat epilepsy with Dioscorea will lead not only to the loss of precious time, but also to the lack of control of the convulsive activity of the brain. In addition, alcohol in epilepsy is categorically contraindicated.
The heart-oval shape of the leaves of Dioscorea was associated by ancient doctors with a therapeutic effect on the heart. And, in general, they were right. There is a legend about a girl named Dioscorea who saved her lover at the cost of her own life. It is difficult to overestimate the properties of this wonderful plant!
Dioscorea caucasica is a family of Dioscoreaceae. Perennial herbaceous vine up to 2.5 - 4 meters tall, with a thick rhizome. The above-ground part dies off for the winter. It is found in the Caucasus in Russia only in the Sochi region. The plant is listed in the Red Book of Russia. In connection with predatory harvesting, it is almost completely exterminated in nature. The plant passed, clinical trials and was officially listed in the pharmacopoeia of the USSR. Given its extremely limited resources, it was primarily the Moscow elite and the government that could use it in the first place, so it was also called the “Kremlin Grass” among the people. Met in the mountains at an altitude of not more than a thousand meters on the edges, on scree. It grows extremely slowly. It can be cultivated in the Kuban and a little to the north. Dioscorea grows wild in North America, Mexico and Asia, and is cultivated there. For medicinal purposes, only rhizomes are used.
Pieces of rhizomes up to 20 cm long, 0.5 to 4 cm thick, irregularly cylindrical, with short branches and tubercles. Roots up to 30 cm long, 0.5 to 1 cm thick, thin, very elastic. The surface of the rhizomes is from light brown to brown, at the break they are white or creamy, the roots are lighter. There is no smell. The taste is bitter, slightly pungent.
Medicinal raw materials must be carefully crushed, the finer the better - to the size of tea crumbs or dust. If you can’t, then you need to grind it in a mortar, on a grater, crush it or grind it in any other way. The content of water-insoluble saponins contained in the root of Dioscorea is highest in June and lowest in September.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
Medicinal raw materials contain up to 10 - 25% of steroidal saponins belonging to the group of compounds of the class of glycosides, in which the glycosidic hydroxyl of a mono or oligosaccharide is replaced by some triterpene or steroid aglycan. Saponins break down into sugars and aglycones (genins) upon hydrolysis. Aglycones in saponins are triterpene hydroxy acids or steroid compounds. The main part of saponins is dioscin (up to 1.2% С27H42O3). It is insoluble in water and hydrolyzes into diosgenin, glucose and rhamnose. Diosgenin about 0.4%. From the latter, a number of hormones such as cortisone are obtained. It also contains starch and fat-like substances.
Beneficial features
Phytoestrogens, entering the body of a woman with food, normalize her hormonal status, regulate the menstrual cycle, eliminate the troubles associated with pre- and postmenopause, maintain the tone of the female genital organs, especially during menopause.
Wild yam has long been used by Mexican women as a contraceptive and in case of threatened miscarriage.
Modern obstetricians are increasingly faced with the problem of miscarriage, and on early dates. More recently, data have been obtained on the beneficial effects of Dioscorea on the development of the corpus luteum and the maintenance of pregnancy. Western herbalists recommend taking Dioscorea for early toxicosis. Most Russian doctors do not have such experience. We draw their attention to the fact that the active substances of Dioscorea are not hormones, although they have a competitive effect on the corresponding receptor structures of target organs. But these active ingredients do not cause endocrine imbalance.
Studies have shown that eating foods containing phytoestrogens significantly reduces the risk of diseases such as breast, uterine, and colon cancer.
Excess production in the body of the female sex hormone, estrogen, greatly increases this risk. Dioscorea naturally supports a woman's hormonal balance and can prevent excessive estrogen production (such as with endometriosis).
Due to its vasodilating properties, Dioscorea is also used for spasms and cramps associated with premenstrual syndrome.
Use of Dioscorea during menopause provides protection female body from osteoporosis.
Dioscorea helps well with dysfunction of the adrenal glands, the immune system, inflammation of the trigeminal nerve, vegetovascular dystonia, rheumatoid arthritis, atherosclerosis of cerebral vessels and other organs.
Preparations from it improve sleep, memory, heart, liver and kidney function.
The plant is successfully used to treat headaches, restore vision in cataracts. It relieves fatigue and irritability, removes tinnitus, improves sleep and mood.
Dioscorea lowers blood cholesterol and prevents lipid deposition in the arteries and liver, dilates peripheral vessels and improves coronary blood flow, reduces the frequency of angina attacks and relieves tachycardia.
Infusions and extracts from the plant stimulate the motor and secretory activity of the gastrointestinal tract.
In patients diabetes the general condition improves and positive changes in lipid metabolism are outlined.
Dioscorea tincture
Recipe #1. 100 g of dry crushed roots should be poured with 500 ml of vodka, infused for at least 10 days in a dark, cool place, shaking occasionally, strain. Dosage - 25-30 drops 3 times a day, approximately 30 minutes after meals.
Recipe number 2. 7.5 tablespoons of dry crushed roots should be poured into 1.5 liters of vodka and infused in a dark place for 10 days. The tincture is drunk with warm tea at the rate of 1 teaspoon 3 times a day after meals. It helps a lot after strokes and heart diseases. Treatment consists of three to four courses with a break of 1 month.
Recipe number 3. 1 teaspoon of dry crushed root is poured with a glass of boiling water and heated in a steam bath for 20 minutes. After cooling and straining, the decoction can be drunk 1 tablespoon 3 times a day after meals. For treatment, 3 courses are taken with a break of 6-7 days.
APPLICATION OF DRY POWDER.
One hundred grams divided strictly into 90 servings. Take daily before meals, one serving three times a day for a month. Drink this powder with rosehip broth. After a month of taking Dioscorea, you can take a one-month break, and then repeat a new course. Make at least three such courses, and if possible, more. Usually after three courses the first results appear.
In case of chronic inflammation of the intestines, to protect the kidneys, strengthen the stomach and intestines, you need to boil liquid rice porridge with the root of Dioscorea and eat it.
In case of frostbite, crush the root of Dioscorea and apply to the affected area.
With furunculosis, applying crushed Dioscorea roots and castor seeds to the sore spot helps well.
Dioscorea tea
The roots of the plant can be brewed into teas. To do this, mix 70% green tea and 30% crushed Dioscorea root. Consume in the morning, 1 hour after meals, 1 time per day. This tea normalizes the level of cholesterol in the blood, improves memory and normalizes sleep. This is a good prevention of hypertension and atherosclerosis. To prevent bloating, you can drink tea brewed from a mixture of herbs such as dioscorea root, ginger, fennel, chamomile, peppermint or lemon balm. Consume it after meals.
Dioscorea with honey
In atherosclerosis, it is useful to take powder from rhizomes, eating it with a spoon of honey and drinking honey water. Dosage: 0.2 g of powder (fits on the tip of a knife) 3 times a day for 10 days 30 minutes after meals. Treatment is carried out for 3-4 months with weekly breaks between courses.
Honey also has many useful properties. He calms nervous system, good for the heart, improves sleep and memory, normalizes metabolism, is well absorbed by the kidneys, does not irritate the gastric mucosa. It contains many vitamins, it contains manganese, calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron,
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Article Update: 1/03/16
- a wonderful medicinal plant.
- This is a perennial herbaceous liana growing in the mountains of the North Caucasus, with a curly stem up to 4-6 m long.
Dioscorea Caucasian - piggy bank useful substances.
For medicinal purposes, the root and rhizomes of Dioscorea are used, the older they are, the more effective and valuable.
In Russia, Dioscorea almost does not grow, if you try, you can find this medicinal plant in the southwestern part of the Krasnodar Territory.
Usually, Dioscorea is harvested for medicinal purposes in Abkhazia and Georgia.
- this is a whole piggy bank of useful substances. Thanks to these substances, Dioscorea root cleans blood vessels from cholesterol deposits, improves eyesight, lowers blood pressure, strengthens the heart, improves memory and sleep, and improves mood.
It is indispensable for recovery after a stroke, as well as after a heart attack, with varicose veins, thrombophlebitis, hypertension, atherosclerosis of cerebral vessels, vegetovascular dystonia, headaches, with increased intracranial pressure.
Preparations of Caucasian Dioscorea improve the functioning of the heart, dilate peripheral vessels and stimulate the function of the stomach.
Exists different ways application of this medicinal plant- in the form of powder, decoction, infusion, honey extract and vodka tincture.
Application of root powder of Caucasian Dioscorea.
Dioscorea root grind with secateurs and grind in a coffee grinder to powder.
Take the powder at the tip of a knife 2-3 times daily before or after meals with a small amount of water. It is effective to take it with honey 2-4 times a day after meals or drink honey water. The course is 10 days, a break of 4-5 days. Treatment is carried out for 3-4 months.
Dioscorea powder is used for atherosclerosis with predominant localization of the process in the vessels of the brain and heart.
Application of a decoction of the root of Dioscorea Caucasian.
Decoction of Dioscorea root prepared in two ways.
1. Pour one teaspoon of dry crushed Dioscorea roots with a glass of boiling water, leave for an hour. Strain. Take 1/3 cup 3 times daily on an empty stomach or 15-20 minutes after meals.
2. One art. pour a spoonful of crushed Dioscorea roots with a glass of boiling water and cook over low heat or a water bath for 5 minutes, leave for 3 hours and then strain. Take 1 tbsp. spoon after meals 3 times a day. The course of treatment is 25 days, take a break for 1 week and repeat the course.
Powder and decoction of the roots of Dioscorea, having a diuretic and anti-sclerotic effect, lowers blood pressure, frees the liver from stagnation of bile, normalizes sleep, improves memory and well-being.
Application of infusion of the root of Dioscorea Caucasian.
Infusion from Dioscorea root can be prepared in this way.
Pour 0.5 teaspoon of chopped root with 1 cup of boiling water, heat in a water bath for 30 minutes, leave for 1-2 hours, strain and add boiled water to the original volume. Take an infusion of a tablespoon 3 times a day after meals. Treatment is carried out in cycles of 3-4 weeks with weekly breaks. Take at least 3-4 months.
Honey extract from the root of Dioscorea Caucasian.
For those who do not like alcohol and for those for whom alcohol is contraindicated, it is recommended to use a honey extract from the root of Dioscorea.
Dioscorea root grind in a coffee grinder to a powder. For one part of the powder from the roots of Dioscorea, take ten parts of honey, i.e. for one hundred grams of powder from the roots of Dioscorea, take a kilogram of honey. Dioscorea and honey mix and put in a dark, cool place. A week later, the hood is ready. Mix it again and take a teaspoon 2 times a day before or after meals.
Tincture of Dioscorea Caucasian.
We prepare vodka tincture from 100 grams of Dioscorea roots and 1 liter of vodka. Infuse for two weeks in a dark place, shaking the tincture daily. Strain. Shake the tincture before use. Take 1 teaspoon with water 2 times a day before or after meals. The course of treatment is 30 days, a break of 7 days. Spend at least 3-4 courses.
The tincture is effective in general atherosclerosis and hypertension.
Dioscorea Caucasian is called the root of youth.
It cleanses blood vessels “from plaques”, relieves sclerosis, tinnitus, headache and high blood pressure.
Especially useful for the elderly.
