Espinheira santa tea: Benefits and what it is used for
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Native to South America and easily found in the southern region of Brazil, the hawthorn is a plant widely consumed in tea form. Thus, espinheira santa tea has a collection of properties, among which epigallocatechin, which has healing action on stomach ulcers For this reason, its consumption is an ally in treatments for this type of problem.
Benefits of Hawthorn Tea: What it is used for
Helps prevent and treat gastritis
The tannins (including epigallocatechin) in the plant decrease the secretion of hydrochloric acid by the stomach cells. Thus, as a consequence, relieves the discomfort of gastritis .
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Espinheira santa has healing power
The tonic and silicic acids have the antiseptic and cicatrizing action. For this reason, it is common that some natural cosmetics and manipulated products contain oil to soothe the skin. In addition, in tea form, it helps to relieving the symptoms of colds and flu .
Effective in treating stomach ulcers
Because of its healing power, the tea is widely used in ulcer treatment. That is, the tannins in the plant control the production of hydrochloric acid in the organ, which is responsible for hurting the tissue. It also has analgesic properties, so it relieves the pain and discomfort of this problem.
Espinheira santa tea relieves gas
The tannins are also responsible for alleviating this problem, because they interrupt the gastrointestinal fermentations. For this reason, they improve the intestinal transit in conjunction with an enzyme called mucilage.
Diuretic effect
The triterpenes stimulate urine production, although it is subtle.
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The suggested quantity is up to three cups of tea per day. In addition, it is possible to find the plant in capsule form, although this is less common. In this version, it is generally recommended to take two capsules three times a day. Finally, there is the option of consuming espinheira santa through its extract, with 20 drops diluted in a glass of water .
In the case of the tea version, it can be consumed after meals to ease digestion and prevent possible discomfort.
Do not consume hawthorn:
- If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, hawthorn has abortion-inducing properties, according to research.
- In the breastfeeding phase. The herb can reduce the production of breast milk.
Sources: Geovanna Barreto and Juliana Belmont, nutritionists at NutriCilla Clinic.
