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plant galangal ( bloodroot erect) has been used since ancient times as a remedy for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. This plant is superior in its therapeutic effect to such modern drugs as aspirin and penicillin. About what forms of galangal preparations to use for certain diseases, what properties this plant has, as well as what contraindications to its use exist, and will be discussed in this article.

Description of the plant Kalgan (Potentilla erect)

On the territory of Russia, there are about 150 species of cinquefoil, but the most valuable of them is considered to be erect cinquefoil. This rose-scented plant is characterized by a horizontal, thick, woody rhizome with numerous roots.

The flowering time of galangal is the end of May - the beginning of September. The fruits of the plant ripen between June and July, that is, three weeks after flowering.

The plant grows in meadows, pastures, as well as in sparse coniferous forests, on the outskirts of swamps and along water bodies.

Kalgan in folk medicine

Kalgan is widely used in folk medicine in the treatment of the following diseases of the digestive tract:

• stomach ulcer;
• duodenal ulcer;
• enterocolitis;
• cholecystitis;
• diarrhea.

In addition, galangal preparations help to cope with diseases of the liver, lungs, throat, mouth and ears.

External use of galangal is indicated for such skin diseases:

• weeping eczema;
• skin cracks;
• burns;
• haemorrhoids;
• inflammatory processes;

Since ancient times, decoctions and tinctures from galangal have been used as an astringent, anti-inflammatory, choleretic and hemostatic agent for intestinal and uterine bleeding. Today, this plant has found its application in the treatment of hemorrhoids (microclysters) and trichomonas colpitis (douching).

In addition, in folk medicine, Potentilla erectus is used in the treatment of the following pathologies:

• angina;
• thyroid disease;
• gout;
• renal and intestinal colic;
• inflammation of the nasopharynx;
• insomnia;
• bronchitis;
• rheumatism;
• jaundice;

The benefits of galangal

Galangal (namely, its seeds) is used in herbal medicine to treat malaria, dysentery, and cholera.

It should be noted that the use of decoctions, tinctures and tea from galangal helps to strengthen human immunity. According to Eastern medicine, regular use of fresh galangal root significantly stimulates the so-called internal heat of a person (in other words, warms the stomach), thereby normalizing digestive processes and speeding up metabolism.

Collection and storage

For medical purposes, galangal rhizomes are used, dug up during the death of all above-ground parts (this happens in September - October), or in April - May (before the appearance of new root leaves).

After harvesting, the rhizomes are cleaned from the ground, washed and slightly scraped (adventitious roots must be removed). The cleaned raw material is cut into small pieces, after which it is dried in the shade, but always in the open air (special dryers can be used to dry the rhizomes, the temperature in which should be 60 degrees). It must be said that such a "quick" drying is not typical for the preparation of medicinal plants, but the galangal root is one of the exceptions, since with quick drying it retains much more useful substances than with slow drying.

Important! Before you start drying the galangal, you need to cut the root of the plant into pieces of 5 mm, because the dried root becomes almost stone, as a result of which it will be extremely difficult to separate it later.

Best before date raw material is 4 years. Dried galangal has a slight aromatic smell. Repeated preparations of galangal at the same place can be carried out after 6-7 years.

Treatment with galangal

Kalgan drugs are used in the treatment of cirrhosis, as well as hepatitis occurring in the chronic and acute stages.

Thanks to the reception of galangal, patients experience the following improvements:

• reduction of puffiness;
• reduction of fluid accumulation in the abdominal area;
• increased diuresis;
• normalization of the content of bilirubin in the blood.

Potentilla erectus is used as a douche for whites, while for stomatitis and inflammation of the gums, it is recommended to rinse the mouth with a decoction of the plant.

This plant effectively reduces elevated body temperature, therefore it is used in the treatment of colds and inflammatory diseases. In addition, galangal is one of the components of the kidney, stomach and antidiarrheal fees.

Root

Potentilla erectus rhizomes have astringent and hemostatic properties, due to which, in the form of decoctions, they are used as an antidiarrheal and bactericidal agent in the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as internal bleeding of various origins. Also, galangal preparations are recommended for inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity.

Grass

Galangal grass (leaves, stems and inflorescences) are used in the treatment of acute and chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis of the liver, accompanied by congestion, including edema and ascites. Also, the herb is an effective anthelmintic agent.

From the leaves of the plant, infusions are prepared for the treatment of hemorrhoidal bleeding and hemoptysis, gingivitis and laryngitis.

The use of galangal

The main mechanism of the therapeutic effect of galangal lies in the ability of tannins and flavonoids, which are part of the plant, to significantly reduce the permeability of both capillaries and the cell membranes themselves.

Due to its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, this plant is widely used in the treatment of the following pathologies:

• haemorrhoids;
• burns;
• difficult healing purulent wounds;
• eczema;
• neurodermatitis;
• skin cracks.

In order to strengthen the gums, it is recommended to put a small piece of dried galangal root under the tongue and dissolve it for 15 minutes twice a day.

The composition and properties of galangal

Vitamin C

It is a strong antioxidant, thanks to which oxidized products that negatively affect healthy cells are removed from the body.

It is vitamin C that takes part in the process of restoration of liver cells, not to mention the normalization of the pancreas. It is also important that ascorbic acid (or vitamin C) removes harmful compounds that provoke the development of malignant tumors in the gastrointestinal tract.

Starch

Thanks to this easily digestible carbohydrate, which is converted into glucose, the body is quickly saturated with the energy necessary for the normal functioning of all organs and systems, including the heart.

Gum

Preparations containing gum, as follows affect the body:

• reduce the negative impact caused by taking certain medications;
• reduce cholesterol levels;
• reduce appetite;
• carry out the elimination of toxins.

resins

They have disinfectant, antibacterial, and immunomodulatory properties.

Tannins

They create a biological film that reliably protects tissues from all kinds of chemical, bacterial and mechanical influences. In addition, they not only reduce capillary permeability, but also constrict blood vessels.

Glycosides

These are carbohydrate-containing substances with a wide spectrum of action, namely:

• diuretic;
• vasodilating;
• antimicrobial;
• antibacterial;
• expectorant;
• sedative.

Essential oils

The essential oils contained in galangal not only normalize the motor and secretory functions of the gastrointestinal tract, but also have the following beneficial properties:

• bactericidal;
• antiseptic;
• antispasmodic;
• anti-inflammatory;
• sedative;
• painkiller.

organic acids

They take an active part in metabolism (we are talking about the biosynthesis of alkaloids, glycosides, amino acids). In addition, organic acids slow down the putrefactive and fermentation processes that occur in the intestines, thereby contributing to its regular emptying.

Flavonoids

These substances inhibit enzymes that destroy hyaluronic acid, without which the normal process of cartilage tissue formation is impossible. Strengthening the walls of blood vessels and improving their elasticity, flavonoids prevent sclerotic lesions of capillaries. It is impossible not to say that these substances neutralize free radicals.

Wax

It has a bactericidal and astringent effect, which accelerates the healing process of wounds.

trace elements

Manganese
The effect of manganese on the body:

• activation of the formation of bone and connective tissues;
• normalization of lipid metabolism;
• insulin synthesis;
• increased absorption of carbohydrates;
• synthesis of thyroid hormone.

Copper
Copper properties:

• activation of anabolic processes;
• participation in the process of hematopoiesis;
• saturation of cells with oxygen;
• neutralization of the destructive effects of free radicals;
• ensuring the strength of bone tissue.

Zinc
Zinc takes an active part in processes such as skin cell renewal and the formation of collagen fibers.

Properties of zinc:

• reduction in the manifestation of allergic skin reactions;
• elimination of dry skin;
• prevention of early wrinkles;
• regulation of skin sebum secretion;
• promoting the healing of small wounds and cracks in the skin;
• reduction of inflammatory processes;
• increase the body's defenses;
• destruction of viruses and microbes that enter the body.

Selenium
Selenium properties:

• strengthening immunity;
• increase in body endurance;
• excretion of heavy metal ions from the body;
• improvement of the state of the central nervous system;
• protection against the development of cardiovascular and oncological diseases.

Properties of galangal preparations

• bactericidal;
• anti-inflammatory;
• hemostatic;
• painkiller;
• choleretic;
• wound healing;
• diaphoretic;
• expectorant;
• astringent;
• soothing;
• diuretic;
• decongestant.

How to brew and take galangal?

In folk and traditional medicine, the following forms of galangal preparations are used:

• decoction;
• tincture;
• extract;
• balm;
• powder.

Decoction

Ingestion of a decoction from the rhizomes of Potentilla erectus is indicated for the following pathologies:

• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• bleeding;
• liver disease;
• diarrhea;
• scurvy;
• ulcerative colitis;
• lung disease.

Externally, galangal decoctions are used as a hemostatic and anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of such conditions and diseases:

• purulent wounds;
• eczema;
• burns;
• haemorrhoids;
• stomatitis;
• anemia;
• gingivitis;
• trichomonas colpitis.

To prepare a decoction of 30 g of crushed galangal rhizomes, pour 250 ml of boiling water, then boil for 20 minutes. Next, the broth is filtered and taken in 1 tbsp. about 3 - 4 times a day, one hour before eating.

Galangal tincture

Tincture of galangal inside is used for the following pathologies:

• diseases of the liver and stomach;
• dysentery;
• diarrhea;
• enterocolitis;
• ulcer;
• gastritis;
• colitis;
• cholangitis;
• gout;
• nephritis;
• diseases of the uterus;
• bleeding.

Externally, the tincture is used as a lotion for eczema and burns, as well as for diseases of the oral cavity. It has been proven that alcohol extracts, as well as galangal root polyphenols, have antibacterial properties.

To prepare the tincture, you need to pour 30 g of galangal rhizomes into 500 ml of vodka (you can use good moonshine), after which it is infused for 21 days in a dark place, constantly shaking. Then the tincture is filtered and consumed 30 drops three times a day, diluted with water. The tincture is taken 20 minutes before eating.

Galangal extract

Galangal extract is used as an astringent, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, expectorant and hemostatic agent for such diseases:

• intestinal and uterine bleeding;
• gum disease;
• gallbladder disease;
• skin diseases;
• thyroid disease;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• haemorrhoids;
• gout;
• angina.

Kalgan extract is prescribed for both adults (6 drops three times a day) and children (3-4 drops three times a day), while the drops can be added to juice, compote or warm tea.

For lotions, undiluted galangal extract is used.

Balm

It is shown as a prophylactic and therapeutic agent that helps to cure stomach ulcers.

Gathering Recipe
Ingredients:

• finely chopped galangal rhizomes - 1 tbsp;
• thyme - 1 tbsp;
• clove bud - 1 pc.;
• forest mint - 1 tsp;
• large allspice - 0.3 g;
• liquid honey - 1 tbsp.

This collection is placed in a glass container with a wide neck, and 450 ml of good vodka is poured. The container is hermetically sealed and shaken, leaving to infuse for 15 days (it is necessary to shake the tincture daily) in a cool place. On the sixteenth day, the drug is shaken, filtered and poured into a decanter. Balm is taken in 1 tbsp. before lunch. This balm normalizes the digestive tract and improves appetite.

Powder from galangal

Galgan powder is used as a powder for the treatment of weeping wounds, external bleeding, burns, ulcers. In addition, you can brush your teeth with this powder, which will not only prevent gum disease, but also eliminate bad breath.

Also, an ointment is made from the powder of the roots of this plant for various skin diseases (the ointment moisturizes and heals chapped lips especially well). To prepare the ointment, 5 g of powder must be mixed with 120 g of butter. The product is applied to problem areas of the skin.

Contraindications and side effects

Taking galangal preparations is contraindicated in the following cases:

• heat;
• low acidity of gastric juice;
• high blood clotting;
• hypertension in the stage of decompensation;
• elevated prothrombin index;
• atonic constipation;
• individual intolerance.

The fact is that galangal reduces the permeability of capillaries, thereby provoking vasoconstriction.

Among the side effects of galangal preparations, the following can be noted:

This symptom may be caused by a high concentration of tannins in the plant. Therefore, galangal should be taken carefully, following the dosage prescribed by the doctor, the form and schedule of taking the drug.

Kalgan for men

The ancient Greeks and Romans knew about the medicinal properties of the galangal root, who used this plant not only to treat gastrointestinal diseases, but also to restore potency. And this is quite natural - after all, this plant has anti-inflammatory, decongestant and soothing effects, and therefore effectively fights inflammation of the genital area and disorders of the central nervous system in men, which are often the main causes of reduced potency.
The effect of galangal preparations on the male body:

• prevention of stroke;
• pressure drop ;
• prevention of cerebral hemorrhage;
• strengthening the function of the gonads, which helps to restore the normal functioning of the genitourinary system;
• strengthening the walls of blood vessels;
• decrease in capillary permeability;
• protection of cells from the negative effects of toxins and other harmful substances;
• prevention of premature aging;
• strengthening immunity;
• decrease in blood sugar;
• normalization of blood pressure;
• normalization of metabolism.

Kalgan and potency

Reduced potency, or impotence, may develop due to a deterioration in the blood supply to the heart muscle, since the onset of an erection directly depends on the flow of arterial blood directly to the genitals. It is herbal preparations that favorably affect the functioning of the heart that can enhance or restore potency.

One of these drugs is galangal, which has a wide spectrum of action, has virtually no side effects and affects many metabolic processes in the body. In addition, this plant eliminates psychogenic potency disorders, including stress and insomnia. Galgan preparations are also shown to prevent sexual disorders, not only in men, but also in women.

The use of galangal improves blood circulation, relaxes smooth muscles, and has a beneficial effect on the endocrine system, so the plant is indicated for patients with diabetes mellitus. Due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, galangal preparations effectively fight prostatitis, the constant companion of which is a decrease in potency.

The following recipe will help restore potency:
100 g of dry galangal rhizomes should be poured with 500 ml of cognac (you can use vodka or 70% medical alcohol), insist for a week. Used tincture of 1 tbsp. twice a day, 20 minutes before meals.

Kalgan with cirrhosis

A disease such as cirrhosis is difficult to treat, but nevertheless, the process of liver destruction can not only be slowed down, but also stopped by adhering to the following simple rules:

• follow a diet;
• to live an active lifestyle;
• fully rest;
• to exclude the use of alcohol;
• strictly follow the treatment regimen prescribed by the attending physician;
• use in combination with drug therapy herbal preparations, one of which is galangal.

Decoction of cirrhosis

Mix 25 g of dry galangal herb with 5 g of the root of the plant, and pour the resulting mixture with 600 ml of boiling water, then put it in a water bath for half an hour. After removing from the bath, the broth is infused for another 30 minutes and filtered. This remedy is taken warm, 50-100 ml three times a day, two hours before eating. Such treatment lasts a month and is carried out twice a year (it is recommended to take a decoction in spring and autumn). While taking the decoction, you should follow a diet and limit salt intake to 4 g per day. In addition, during treatment, you can take up to 600 ml of liquid per day.
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hepatitis.

Crushed cinquefoil grass accelerates the healing process of bruises, dislocations, purulent wounds and eczema. In addition, this plant promotes the resorption of tumors (cinquefoil preparations are especially effective in the treatment of tumors of the glands and hemorrhoidal cones).

A decoction of grass and rhizomes of cinquefoil is used to strengthen the gums, as well as to relieve toothache.

The medicinal product, which includes cinquefoil and galangal, deserves special attention.

The Sabelnikov-galganic collection is widely used in the treatment of joints and the spinal region, as it helps to relieve swelling and inflammation, aches and pains, not to mention the fact that this collection will improve joint mobility in two to three months.

A decoction or tincture of galangal and cinquefoil will help to cope with such diseases: water). Tincture is taken as a prophylactic three times a day, before eating, for 20 days. Then a three-day break is shown, after which the tincture is taken for another 20 days.

If the collection is used as a medicinal, and not a prophylactic agent, then the course of treatment is four doses of 20 days each. With an exacerbation of the disease, it is recommended to take 1 tbsp. tincture four times a day.

In the treatment of cancer, such a tincture can be taken continuously, up to three years.

Recipes with galangal

Decoction for rheumatism and gout

1 tbsp rhizomes of galangal are poured with 300 ml of boiling water, after which it is boiled for 15 minutes, cooled, carefully filtered. The decoction is drunk in a quarter cup, three times a day. The same decoction can be used as lotions and baths for hemorrhoids, bleeding purulent wounds, as well as burns and other skin diseases.

Infusion for dysentery

1 tbsp rhizomes are poured with 50 ml of boiling water, wrapped tightly and infused for three hours, after which the infusion is cooled, filtered and taken in a tablespoon three times a day.

Bleeding tincture

2 tbsp crushed galangal root pour 20 tbsp. vodka and infused for 14 days in a dark, and necessarily cool place. Strained tincture is taken 30 drops before eating.

Ointment for burns and ulcers

The rhizome of galangal is crushed to a powder and mixed with cow's butter in a ratio of 1:5, respectively. The resulting product is applied to the affected areas for 2 to 3 hours.

Infusion for convulsions and tetanus

1 tsp crushed herbs and galangal roots are poured with a glass of hot milk and left to infuse for 30 minutes. An infusion is taken in a quarter cup three times a day (preferably before meals).

Tincture for stomach disorders

1 tbsp crushed rhizomes of the plant are poured with 200 ml of good vodka and infused for two weeks in a warm place. Strained tincture is drunk 50 drops three times a day.

Decoction of stomatitis

1 tsp crushed cinquefoil root is poured with a glass of water and infused for five hours, after which it is boiled for 2-3 minutes. Cooled broth should rinse the mouth during the day.

Decoction for diarrhea

1 tbsp galangal (roots and herbs) is placed in an enameled container and poured with 500 ml of water. The resulting composition is put on a small fire for 15 minutes, after which it is infused for an hour. A decoction of 100 ml is drunk three times a day, 20 minutes before meals or an hour after.

Kalgan (Potentilla erect): application, folk recipes - video

October is the best time for digging the root of Potentilla erectus. The people call it kalgan, dubrovka, uzik. Kalgan grows in mossy damp forest clearings, on the sides of forest clearings, in swampy meadows and right in the swamps.

FINDING galangal is easy even in dense sedge and mosses, as its flowers, similar to bright yellow stars, are clearly visible against the background of faded, faded yellow grass. Until late autumn, dark green leaves of galangal are also visible, which, having seen once, cannot be confused with anything.

The dug-out roots of galangal must be brought home, thoroughly rinsed with cold running water and cleaned from the ground, as well as from thin adventitious roots. It happens that the galangal root rots a little in the ground, so it must be cut until the cut is dark brown or red instead of black.

The roots prepared in this way should be dried in a non-hot oven or dried over a heating battery for two to three days. After that, the root is cut with a sharp knife into small circles and dried. This technology allows you to save almost 90 percent of the useful and living substances contained in galangal.

The value of galangal roots lies in the fact that they contain tannins, phenolic compounds, tannins, starch, gum, flavonoids, glycosides and essential oils. The healing properties of galangal were discovered in antiquity. Since ancient times, a decoction or tincture of galangal has been used as an astringent, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, hemostatic agent for intestinal and uterine bleeding, bleeding gums, diseases of the liver and gallbladder, gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, enterocolitis and skin diseases.

With senile weakness of the gums, you can put a piece of dried galangal root under the tongue and suck it, irrigating the oral cavity with the resulting saliva, for 10-15 minutes during the day and in the evening, before going to bed, in order to preserve this healing microflora all night.

You can prepare a water decoction of galangal. To do this, take 1 tablespoon of dried galangal roots, boil for 20 minutes in 1 cup of boiling water, remove from heat, close the lid tightly and insist for 1 hour. Strain. The decoction is ready. It can be used both as an irrigating agent for the oral cavity, and for oral administration on an empty stomach 30 minutes before meals, 1 tablespoon 2 times a day for spasms and pains in the stomach or intestines.

Gastritis can be treated like this. Take 1 part of dry grass and yarrow flowers, 1 part of dry grass with wild or marsh mint flowers, 1 part of calendula flowers (cobs), mix everything. Then pour 1 part of this collection with 1 cup of boiling water, bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat, wrap tightly and leave for 20-30 minutes. Strain through cheesecloth and squeeze. Mix this composition with a previously prepared galangal root decoction and drink 1 tablespoon 3-4 times a day on an empty stomach. According to numerous observations, this natural medicine can also be used as a choleretic and analgesic for cholecystitis.

One of those who came to me for help, a 62-year-old man, after drinking 30 g of an aqueous solution of galangal on an empty stomach in the morning and before dinner for 21 days, got rid of discomfort in the right hypochondrium and heartburn that had tormented him for several years. Pain and spasms from the gallbladder has not been observed in him for 8 months.

And I cured my 68-year-old neighbor with a tincture of galangal root. She does it this way. Take 5 parts of good 40% vodka or 70% alcohol, pour into a dark bottle, after putting 1 part of finely chopped galangal roots on the bottom. Close the bottle tightly and leave for 14 days, then strain. Be sure to periodically (several times a day) shake and tumble the bottle during the infusion process. This is the main meaning of the recipe: it is precisely because the mixture is in motion from time to time that the best selection of nutritional and healing agents from the galangal root occurs with alcohol or vodka.

My neighbor is not overjoyed and praises everyone with the galangal, with the help of which she cured her weakened legs. She drank galangal tincture in autumn and half of winter, diluting 50 g of galangal tincture in 50 g of water. She took this medicine once a day in the evening after 9 pm. I drank a total of 1 liter of tincture - and felt so relieved that I was ready to start dancing on my once sore legs. Since then, she herself goes to the swamp to collect galangal and strongly recommends drinking it to her friends.

I had a patient - a 55-year-old man, a former military man, who does not particularly believe in herbal medicine. He suffered from severe bronchitis. On my advice, he began to take an alcohol tincture of galangal. Checking after 21 days at the therapist and taking an x-ray, he showed me a picture and the conclusion of the attending physician: "The lungs and bronchi are clean. Healthy."

Potentilla erect (galangal) is a perennial herbaceous plant with erect branched stems (sometimes creeping) and a thick horizontal rhizome, sitting shallow in the ground. Leaves are three-five-fingered with wedge-oblong incisions. The flowers are yellow, four-petalled, with numerous stamens and pistils. Fruits - dry prefabricated achenes. Kalgan blooms from May to September.

signature recipe

And I will give the readers of the "Family Doctor" a recipe for my signature balm, which will be useful to them both for the prevention and treatment of stomach ulcers. You need to take 450 g of very good vodka, pour it into a glass bottle with a wide mouth, pour 1 tablespoon of crushed galangal roots, 1 tablespoon of thyme (you can buy it at any pharmacy), 1 clove bud, 1 teaspoon of wild mint (pepper mint or lemon balm are not suitable), 0.3 peas of large allspice, 1 tablespoon of liquid honey.

Close the bottle tightly, shake. Insist from 9 to 15 days, shaking every day. Keep in a cool place. On the 16th day, shake and pour into a decanter (you can strain it first). Take balm 1 tablespoon before dinner.

The balm not only normalizes the work of the gastrointestinal tract, but also increases appetite. In addition, drinking it is a pleasure. It has the aroma of herbs, and the taste of smoke from a forest fire, and a slight pleasant bitterness of golden autumn. So drink to your health.

A decoction of galangal roots can also be used externally in the form of compresses or lotions for bleeding purulent wounds or burns. With exacerbations of hemorrhoids, microclysters can be made from a decoction of galangal roots. You can use it for douching and in the treatment of trichomonas colpitis.

Today we will introduce you to the healing root of galangal. Our article will teach you how to properly prepare medicinal infusions, decoctions and teas from this plant, and also tell you what diseases these folk remedies will fight.

Health is the main value of human life, therefore, with age, we begin to pay more and more attention to it.

But no matter how hard we try to monitor our well-being, from time to time our body fails, and we still get sick. The first thing we do in this case is to run to the doctor, and then we buy a huge amount of pills.

• The most unpleasant thing is that we do not think at all about how these drugs will affect our body. After all, no matter what anyone says, but absolutely all pills have their side effects. Therefore, it will be better if you try to find an alternative to pharmaceutical preparations and support your body with natural means.
• Our nature is rich in healing medicinal plants that effectively fight many diseases. Kalgan is considered one of the best. Due to the fact that it contains large amounts of penicillin and aspirin, it quickly blocks all inflammatory processes, increases the body's defenses and maximizes the quality of life.

Where does galangal grow and when is it harvested?

Basic rules for collecting galangal

• Kalgan, or as it is also called Potentilla erect, refers to perennial herbaceous plants with a tuberous tree-like root. In terms of taste and medicinal properties, this plant is very similar to ginger. Although all parts of galangal can be used to make medicinal tinctures, most people prefer the root. Absolutely all herbalists claim that it is in this part of the plant that the largest number of substances are contained that help our body resist various kinds of diseases.

• If we talk about the place of growth of galangal, then this unpretentious plant can be found in almost every corner of the earth. But he feels most comfortable in Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine, the European part of Russia and western Siberia. The climate of these places contributes to the fact that the galangal in these places breeds quite effectively and every year conquers new territories. You can meet him in meadows, pastures, forest edges and roadsides. For good and intensive growth, it needs moist soil, open space and good lighting.

• You can collect galangal twice a year. The first time this can be done at the end of May, when the plant blooms intensively. The second time it will be possible to harvest galangal only in the fall, starting from October and until about half of November. If you decide to collect this medicinal plant in the fall, then wait until the ground part begins to die off. After you dig the root from the ground, be sure to carefully clean it from the soil, rinse with water and dry. The prepared root is best folded into a clean, dry jar and stored in a cool, dark place.

The benefits of galangal for men and women

The benefits of galangal for the body

• The galangal root has an equally positive effect on both the female and male body. Means prepared from this plant are simply indispensable in the treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The medicinal substances that are in their composition quickly block the reproduction of pathogenic microflora, thereby stopping inflammatory processes.

• Also, galangal helps fight thyroid problems and improves the metabolism in the body quite well. Therefore, if you want to bring your body into perfect condition as quickly as possible, then try to regularly consume decoctions made from galangal leaves and flowers.

The benefits of galangal for the human body:

• For women. This medicinal plant copes very well with almost all women's problems. With it, you can get rid of skin eczema, cracks on the lips and nipples. In addition, a decoction of galangal helps to calm the nerves during PMS, and also stops uterine bleeding well and quickly.
• For men. Regular intake of galangal makes men more stress-resistant, relieves them of insomnia and causeless irritability. But, perhaps, this plant is best of all struggling with such a male problem as impotence. Due to the fact that this inconspicuous herb maximizes blood flow to the sexual organ in men, erectile function is restored and a large amount of vitality appears.

Kalgan, medicinal properties: for what diseases is it used

Medicinal properties of galangal

• The healing properties of galangal allow him to fight many diseases. The substances that are in its composition equally well cope with cholecystitis, pancreatitis, jaundice, stomatitis, tonsillitis and cystitis. Moreover, a decoction of this plant can be taken not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of various diseases.
• Essential oils contained in galangal have a high antibacterial property, due to which they contribute to a sharp decrease in pathogenic microflora in the oral cavity with tonsillitis, pharyngitis and stomatitis
• In addition, galangal has antipyretic, wound healing and regenerating properties. All this makes it possible to use it for the treatment of dermatological diseases, scratches and purulent wounds.

Useful properties of products prepared on the basis of galangal:

• Improves the functioning of the circulatory system
• Promotes proper functioning of the heart and blood vessels
• Normalizes blood sugar levels
• Minimizes the risk of cholesterol plaques
• Beneficial effect on the nervous system

How to take galangal for the treatment of stomach ulcers?

Kalgan for the stomach

• A stomach ulcer is a rather unpleasant disease that occurs due to excessive production of hydrochloric acid by the stomach. If this happens regularly, then after a while the balance of good and bad microflora in the intestine is disturbed and this leads to the formation of bleeding wounds.
• A person who develops an ulcer constantly feels pain in the abdomen, which can increase quite strongly after eating. But to cope with this disease, it is enough to establish the work of the gastrointestinal tract. An excellent alternative to pills in this case may well be an infusion made from galangal root.

Remedy recipe:

• Take a small piece of galangal root and grate it on the finest grater
• Boil water and pour over the crushed root
• Leave the remedy to infuse all night
• In the morning, strain everything and divide into three equal parts.
• Take the remedy three times a day thirty minutes before meals
• In order for such treatment to give a positive result, an infusion of galangal must be taken for at least one month.

The use of galangal tincture for men to increase potency

Tincture to increase potency

• Even the most minimal problems with potency terrify men. Most of them simply close in on themselves and do not even try to deal with this unpleasant problem. But in principle, if you make at least a minimum amount of effort, you can cope with this problem in a fairly short time.

• Most often, erectile dysfunction develops due to the fact that a person's circulatory system does not work quite normally. For this reason, arterial blood cannot flow to the genitals in the right amount and this leads to the fact that men have problems in bed.

• An alcohol infusion of galangal can help you establish the steamy work of the circulatory system. This folk remedy will quickly restore the work of almost all internal organs, maximize metabolic processes and help calm the nervous system.

Rules for making tincture of galangal

Rules for preparing galangal tincture to increase potency:

• To prepare this remedy, it is best to use the galangal root, collected in the fall after the entire aerial part of the plant has been measured.
• The root must be cleaned of soil, rinsed under running water and cut into small pieces (it is desirable that their size does not exceed 5 ml)
• Spread the chopped galangal in any dark place and dry it well. This will take you approximately 5-7 days.
• When it reaches the desired consistency, put it in a clean glass jar, fill it with medical alcohol and send it to infuse in a dark, cool place.
• After two weeks, strain the product and pour it into any hermetically sealed container
• Take a teaspoon of galangal tincture three times a day for one month.
• If the treatment did not give the desired result, then take a two-week break and go through the treatment again

Galangal tincture recipe

Kalgan infused with alcohol

• Kalgan tincture is a powerful herbal remedy that can restore vitality to a person and save him from many diseases. Properly prepared drug has a beautiful cognac color and a very pleasant coffee aroma. If desired, in addition to galangal, you can add licorice root, dried cinquefoil and even walnuts to it. In addition to the fact that these components slightly improve the taste of the drug, they will further enhance its beneficial properties.

• If we talk about the method of cooking, then in our country it is customary to fill this plant with medical alcohol or moonshine. It is believed that thanks to this, the root bestows all its useful substances as well as possible and after cooking it can be stored for quite a long time. But there are times when a person, for some specific reason, cannot afford to take alcohol tincture.

• This may be due to his work or health status. Such people can prepare a healing tincture with honey. This remedy will have the same properties as alcohol, the only thing you have to consider is that it cannot be stored for a very long time, so you need to cook it in fairly small portions

Recipe for galangal tincture with honey:

• Boil water and cool it to room temperature
• Dissolve honey in it and mix everything thoroughly.
• Add a couple of tablespoons of crushed galangal root to the resulting liquid and send everything to infuse in a dark place
• Every three days, take the tincture out of the pantry and shake it well.
• After two weeks, strain the resulting product through cheesecloth and store it in the refrigerator.
• Take 2 tbsp. l 3 times a day for 1.5-2 months

Decoction of galangal, recipe

Decoction of galangal

• A decoction made from the root of galangal is a fairly versatile drug. You can use it both internally and externally if you wish. If you take a concentrated decoction of this plant inside, you can get rid of almost all stomach diseases and problems of the heart and circulatory systems.

• Due to the fact that fresh broth contains a huge amount of antimicrobial substances, it can be used to treat tonsillitis and acute stomatitis. If you use this drug as an external remedy, you can get rid of cracks, shallow burns, scratches, dermatitis and even acne.

Recipe for making a decoction of galangal:

• Take a tablespoon of galangal and fill it with a glass of hot boiled water
• Put the resulting mixture in a steam bath and steam it for about half an hour
• Strain the decoction through several layers of gauze and pour into a clean container
• Bring the volume of the resulting liquid with boiled water to 250 ml
• Take the finished product in tablespoons 3 times a day
• If you do not really like the taste of the drug, you can sweeten it with natural honey.

Galangal tea recipe

Galangal tea

• You probably already understood that galangal is an ideal assistant for the human stomach. He equally well copes with the treatment of gastritis, pancreatitis and even banal diarrhea. The substances that are in the composition of galangal quickly suppress the pathogenic microflora in the stomach and intestinal, and due to this, a few hours after drinking the healing tea, the patient disappears almost all unpleasant symptoms

• Also tea made on the basis of galangal helps the body cope with the effects of long-term use of antibiotics. If you drink such a healing tea at least twice a day, then after 10 days your body will be completely cleansed of all the bad substances left behind by pharmaceutical preparations.

Galangal tea recipe:

• Put water on the stove and bring it to a boil
• Put the crushed galangal root into it and boil it for 10 minutes
• Tea should be brewed on the lowest possible heat.
• When the time is up, turn off the fire and let the tea infuse.
• Take the drug in a warm form, without adding any honey or sugar to it.

Kalgan tincture, contraindications and harm

• Although some herbalists claim that galangal is practically harmless, it is still undesirable to take it uncontrollably. For example, if you drink it in large quantities and for quite a long time, it can provoke the development of an allergic reaction, which will be accompanied by nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Therefore, if you need to take an infusion or decoction of galangal for a very long time, then periodically take at least ten-day breaks in taking the healing drug

• Also, people who have recently got rid of alcohol addiction should take alcohol tincture with caution. Uncontrolled intake and large doses can provoke a relapse and the person will again begin to abuse alcohol.

In addition, galangal tincture is contraindicated for people suffering from:

• Constipation
• hypertension
• Increased stomach acid
• With high blood clotting
• With a tendency to form blood clots

Video: Kalgan application, medicinal properties of galangal

Galangal, galanga, galangala, alpinia, pharmacy root, bunny root and finally erect cinquefoil - under this mass of names one plant is hidden, the benefits of which for the body cannot be overestimated.

For medicinal purposes, the root of galangal is mainly used.. Harvest raw materials in spring or early autumn. Thoroughly cleaned of impurities and soil residues, the roots are dried in the sun. After that, miraculous decoctions and tinctures are made from galangal, tea is brewed or crushed into powder. When stored in compliance with the requirements, galangal does not lose its properties for up to 5 years. In terms of taste, galangal is similar to, it has the same burning taste with a little bitterness and a sweetish-spicy aroma. That is why it is often used as a seasoning for meat dishes.

Compound

The composition of galangal includes an essential oil containing eugenol and cineole. In addition, the root is rich in tannins, tannins, starch, gum, phenolic compounds, flavonoids and substances such as alyshnol, galangin and campherin.

Kalgan properties

Kalgan improves the functioning of the digestive system, relieves stomach pain, improves appetite. Often, with the help of galangal, ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, gastric bleeding are treated.

Kalgan is an excellent rinse for bleeding gums., sore throat with angina. Brushing your teeth with the powder of this plant mixed with toothpaste helps prevent bad breath.

Kalgan inhalations are useful for bronchitis.

This spice also helps with rheumatism, as well as with liver diseases., including jaundice.

Due to the fact that galangal has a wound-healing effect, lotions based on it are often used for burns, frostbite and poorly healing wounds, this remedy is able to reduce and smooth out scars.

Kalgan: contraindications

Despite the fact that galangal is of plant origin, preparations based on it must be taken after consulting a doctor, since it has several contraindications.

The use of alcohol tincture of galangal during pregnancy is contraindicated, persons prone to alcoholism, and children under 16 years of age.

Even if you do not fall into any of the above risk categories, we advise you not to abuse galangal, as an overdose is possible, manifested by sharp pains in the abdomen and vomiting.

Kalgan: application in traditional medicine

Kalgan against diarrhea

You will need:

Water - 150 ml.

Cooking method
1. Fill the galangal root with boiling water.
2. Simmer on fire for 10 minutes.
3. We filter.
4. We drink hot 3 times a day, 150 grams without adding sugar.

Recipe for the occasion::

A decoction of galangal for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, elimination of bleeding

You will need:
Chopped galangal root - 2 teaspoons,
Water - 1 glass.

Cooking method
1. Fill the galangal with water.
2. Put on fire, bring to a boil and simmer for a quarter of an hour.
3. Press.
4. Add warm boiled water so much that the total volume of the broth is 250 ml.
5. Take 3 times a day, one tablespoon one hour before meals or an hour after meals.

Infusion of galangal for pain in the abdomen

You will need:
Chopped galangal root - 1 tablespoon,
Water - 1 glass.

Cooking method
1. Tomim the crushed galangal root in a water bath for half an hour.
2. Fill with a glass of hot water. Let's brew a little.
3. Take one tablespoon 2 times a day.

Infusion of galangal for cholecystitis and gastritis

You will need:
Chopped galangal root - 1 teaspoon,
Peppermint - 1 teaspoon,
Yarrow - 1 teaspoon,
Calendula - 1 teaspoon,
Water - 1 glass.

Cooking method
1. Mix the herbs.
2. Pour one tablespoon of the collection with boiling water.
3. We insist. We filter.
4. Take one tablespoon 3 times a day forty minutes before meals.

Galangal tincture for thyroid diseases

You will need:
Galangal roots - 150 grams,
Vodka - 0.5 liters.

Cooking method
1. Fill the crushed galangal root with vodka.
2. We clean in a dark place for a month.
3. After the specified time, the tincture is ready.
4. We take 30 drops 3 times a day.

Ointment from galangal from cracks on the lips, nipples and heels

You will need:
Galangal root, powdered - 5 grams,
Butter - 100 grams.

Cooking method
1. Put the galangal powder into the warmed butter.
2. Put in a water bath and heat for about forty minutes. Do not forget to stir occasionally.
3. Filter through gauze.
4. Send to the refrigerator.
5. Rub the problem areas with the prepared ointment. For the treatment of heels, butter can be replaced with lard or goose fat.

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In the fields and in the forests, one can often see grass with tall, straight leaves and rather large yellow flowers. This inconspicuous plant has several names. The most popular among them is galangal grass, also called cinquefoil erect or dubrovka. In height, the plant can reach 30-40 centimeters, its leaves are quite strong and sharp at the edges, and the roots have a pronounced reddish tint. Potentilla belongs to the family of ginger perennials. Kalgan, the photo and description of which we will consider in the article, has many useful properties.

The plant is often used to treat colds and inflammatory diseases, with disorders of the digestive system, and various skin problems.

Medicinal properties and types of plants

Many are interested in what the galangal looks like in the photo? Outwardly, the grass is very similar to buttercup. But after studying the description of colors more closely, you can notice the difference. Buttercup is characterized by five petals, and cinquefoil has four petals, covered with small hairs.

Where does galangal grow? It is known that he came to us from South China. The plant was brought to Europe by travelers and successfully took root in our territory. Due to its unpretentiousness and frost resistance, Potentilla grows in any area with moist soil. It can be forests, coasts of rivers, lakes, glades and clearings.

Dubrovka has a huge number of species, about 150 of them are found in the wild. However, it is worth noting that only a few of them have medicinal properties. These are the following types.

The Chinese root is known to us under the name common ginger. Since ancient times, this plant has been very popular for the treatment of plague and many other diseases. Externally, ginger is absolutely not attractive. It is a plant with yellow flowers and a knotted root. It is the galangal root that hides an incredible amount of vitamins and minerals that help get rid of many ailments.

The medicinal properties of the Chinese root are as follows:

• prophylactic against oncological diseases;
• antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory action;
• improving the functioning of the digestive system;
• normalization of blood sugar levels;
• improvement of the psychosomatic state of a person;
• increased immunity;
• prevention of cardiovascular diseases;
• weight loss and blood cholesterol.

In addition, ginger is considered an excellent tool for increasing potency. Medicinal properties for men are to increase libido and sexual desire.

Another variety of galangal is a large root. The medicinal properties of the plant are due to the extremely rich biochemical composition. In addition to a huge amount of vitamins, the large root is saturated with tannins, organic acids, flavonoids. Pronounced disinfecting and anti-inflammatory properties are provided due to such a substance in the composition of the herb as flobaren.

This type is used for such ailments:

• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• stop internal bleeding;
• with inflammatory processes of the oral cavity;
• for the treatment of burns, frostbite and many other skin lesions.

The use of the root is very diverse. It is widely used for the purpose of adjuvant therapy for various ailments. In addition, galangal is recognized as official medicine.

Important! Potentilla is not consumed raw. The product has a very spicy taste. It is added to recipes in small quantities.

Collection and preparation

Kalgan or cinquefoil erect is used in the form of plant roots, which can be bought on the market, as well as prepared independently. Collection time is the autumn months. The galangal ripens from September to October.

Roots are used both dry and fresh. For storage, the collected material is washed, dried, and small processes are broken off. After that, the root is cut into several parts, with a diameter of not more than 1-0.5 centimeters, and laid out in the fresh air. You can also dry the roots in the oven. The temperature should not exceed 50-60 degrees Celsius.

After complete drying, the product is stored in a glass or tin container. The root is used to boost immunity by adding a few pieces to tea, as well as to treat various health problems.

Important! When using alternative treatment with the addition of erect cinquefoil, it is recommended to consult with a specialist. The product has some contraindications.

The use of cinquefoil in various pathologies

Kalgan grass is a real healer, relieving a wide variety of diseases. Due to its biochemical composition, Potentilla roots have an anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, immunomodulatory, and wound healing effect. So, plant-based recipes can be as follows:

1. With swelling and pain in the stomach, it is recommended to take a decoction of the dried roots of the plant. To do this, a tablespoon of the crushed product is poured into a glass of water and placed in a water bath. The medicine is tormented for 30-40 minutes, after which it is filtered and taken in half a glass three times a day.
2. For the treatment of gastritis, it is necessary to take the same amount of galangal, yarrow and calendula (1 tablespoon each). Herbs are mixed and pour 500 ml of boiling water. The medicine should be infused for 30 minutes, after which it is filtered and taken 50 g 30-40 minutes before meals.
3. With pathologies of the thyroid gland, an alcohol tincture is prepared. For this, 200 g of roots are poured with a liter of vodka and infused in glassware for 10-14 days. Take the medicine should be 25 drops 3 times a day on an empty stomach.
4. For various skin diseases, an ointment is prepared based on root powder and butter. To do this, the dry product is passed through a coffee grinder or carefully ground in a mortar, and then mixed with a tablespoon of oil. The resulting ointment is applied to the affected areas of the skin several times a day.
5. For various ailments associated with diseases of the joints, a decoction of galangal is prepared. For this purpose, you can use both dry and fresh product. Add 100 g of roots per liter of water and leave on low heat for 20-30 minutes. Take the resulting medicine with 50 ml three times a day before meals.

In addition, fragrant tea with the addition of a small amount of the product will help increase the immunity and vitality of a person. In the cold season, such a drink will increase the body's resistance to many colds, as well as saturate the body with useful vitamins and minerals.

Important! If during the period of treatment with Potentilla the patient develops any complications, it is worth refusing to use such drugs and consult a doctor.

It should also be noted some contraindications of the plant. You can not use the root with a tendency to constipation and with increased acidity of the stomach. Use with caution in pregnant women and children under 5 years of age. An absolute contraindication is personal intolerance to the components of the plant.

Only the competent use of natural products will help to appreciate many of its materials and not harm your health.