Aloe, honey and Cahors: the healing properties of tinctures, recipes and contraindications

You can cope with a cold and a number of other infectious diseases with the help of a special tincture.For its preparation using honey, aloe and Cahors. This article will tell you more about the healing properties of this tool, contraindications and recipes for its preparation.

Tincture made from aloe, honey and Cahors, refers to the means of traditional medicine. Specialists practicing the use of natural and herbal remedies for the treatment of various conditions indicate that such a therapeutic drink can cope with the symptoms of various diseases.

An important ingredient in wine-honey liqueur is honey. The exact date of extraction of the first portion of honey is unknown. However, scientists note that people began to be engaged in the extraction of wild honey more than 15 thousand years ago. In Spain, a cave painting was found, which is an indirect confirmation of this fact. Honey is so fond of the ancient people that it began to produce constantly.

Gradually, as the civilization developed, apiaries began to appear. It is believed that the first hives were made by the ancient Greeks. The inhabitants of Hellas appreciated this sweet product so much that it was widely used in everyday life. Honey was used not only for making various desserts, but also for cosmetic and even medicinal purposes.

Since ancient times, getting honey was considered quite profitable production. People who were engaged in the extraction of this beekeeping product, had a good income. Interestingly, the inhabitants of ancient Rome considered bees "abandoned flying animals." Honey was also valued in Russia. It was used for the preparation of a huge number of infusions, decoctions, and also used in the preparation of wedding baking. Honey-based alcoholic drinks quickly became popular and prepared for almost every significant event.

Another component of the beneficial honey-wine tincture is aloe. Since ancient times, this plant has been used to treat many diseases, including those that are quite difficult to treat with drugs. Aloe is a frequent "inhabitant" of many apartments and houses. This plant is completely unpretentious and does not require too frequent watering.

Most scientists find it difficult to answer the question when for the first time people began to grow aloe. The dates of the "acquaintance" of the representatives of the ancient civilization with this plant are always approximate. So, it is believed that for the first time people learned about aloe over 2000 BC. e. This plant is so unpretentious that it can survive well even in very dry regions.

Interestingly, some of the tombs of the pharaohs were found drawings depicting this plant. Residents of ancient Egypt believed that this green plant can "bestow immortality." There is even a scientific theory that aloe was used for embalming the bodies of the deceased.

Interestingly, the priests and ancient Aesculapius began to use aloe. The plant has been used to treat various severe ailments. So, the juice from the green leaves of this plant has been used to prepare various potions that help to cure tuberculosis and other dangerous diseases.

The third component that is part of the tincture is Cahors. This alcoholic drink is known for a long time. This drink is recognized even by the Orthodox Church and has a symbolic meaning. Wine owes its name to the city of Cahors, located in France.It is popular in that it grows various varieties of grapes, including those from which the Cahors are made. It is believed that Cahors as a drink was introduced to Russia by the ancient Orthodox Greeks. Representatives of the Russian Church bought it from foreign merchants. In the ancient historical documents you can find records that only in the XVII century, varieties of sweet grapes were imported to Russia, from which they later began to produce Cahors. At first it was grown only near monasteries.

The popularity of Cahors in Russia gradually grew. Thus, the Russian monarch Mikhail Fedorovich issued an order that the Cahors must be present at the royal table. Gradually it began to be used not only on the occasion of church events, but also during weddings, commemorations, and also important family holidays.

Since ancient times, people have noted that Cahors is not just an alcoholic drink. They believed that it helps to get rid of many diseases. They were also convinced that its use helps protect against epidemics. The servants of the church in the XVII century stressed the importance of the use of quality wine. So, they said that wine “should not be sour, spicy, not moldy, and something was not disgusting”.

Cahors can have a tonic effect on the body. So, the use of this drink helps to restore strength and efficiency. Since ancient times, Kahor has been used to treat severely lying patients. A sick person who, due to his illness, was forced to spend almost all the time in bed, was given a bit of Cahors. It made the sick person feel better.

In order to understand under what diseases you can take honey-wine tincture, you should pay attention to the effect of all the components that make up it, on the body. Honey and wine tincture with proper use can help get rid of the adverse symptoms of colds, tuberculosis, as well as improve digestion. Honey, which is part of this medication, has the following effects on the body:

• helps strengthen the immune system, improving the functioning of the immune system;
• normalizes overall tone, providing a tonic effect;
• helps to improve mood and a positive effect on the work of the nervous system;
• affects the processes of digestion, stimulating the cells of the gastrointestinal tract.

Experts recommend to use honey infusions not only for the treatment of certain chronic diseases, but also for the prevention of dangerous pathologies. Honey contains a huge amount of various vitamins and minerals that help improve the functioning of the heart and brain.

Aloe contains a huge amount of beneficial components for the body. Among the most significant components are the following:

• vitamin C;
• B vitamins;
• beta carotene;
• vitamin E.

Scientists note that this plant with juicy, fleshy leaves contains more than 200 different biologically active components that contribute to improving the functioning of the body. It is believed that for the preparation of honey-wine liqueur it is better to use aloe leaves, which have already turned 3 years old. In this plant contains more nutrients that improve the condition of the body.

Interestingly, in aloe there are various amino acids, many of which are indispensable for the human body.These components are actively used by the cells of the body for the normal course of all cellular processes. Essential amino acids are also a kind of "building" material and are used by the body to form new cells.

Scientists have found that drinking aloe helps to improve regenerative processes. They note that the useful components of aloe contribute to the fact that the processes of cellular regeneration (recovery) begin to occur in the body several times faster. This effect contributes to the fact that healthy cells in the human body appear, and the growth of malignant cells slows down.

The following substances were found in the leaves of this plant:

• natural sugars - fructose and glucose;
• polysaccharides;
• amino acids, including essential;
• vegetable acids (malic, citric, amber and others);
• essential oil;
• esters are complex;
• components with phytoncidal action;
• tannins;
• flavonoids;
• allantoin.

Another ingredient of honey-wine liqueur is Cahors. Quality wine contains many substances that have a beneficial effect on the body. Grape drink contains a lot of nicotinic acid - a substance that can positively affect the walls of blood vessels. Nicotinic acid not only helps to strengthen the walls of arteries, but also slows down the processes of pathological blood clots. This alcoholic drink also helps people who have worked a lot. Intense exhausting physical labor leads to depletion of body reserves and fatigue. The use of a small amount of Cahors helped to quickly restore power and cope with the symptoms of fatigue.

Given the beneficial properties of each individual ingredient that is part of the tincture, you can determine and indications for its reception. So, experts practicing methods of traditional medicine, note that this drink is effective for the following diseases:

• ARI and ARVI;
• flu;
• tuberculosis;
• chronic bronchitis;
• inflammatory pathologies of the female genital organs, including uterine myoma;
• lung diseases, including pneumonia.

The combination of biologically active substances, which are part of the tincture, ensures that it can be used quite successfully for the treatment of various diseases (both acute and chronic), accompanied by cough. Accepting such a therapeutic drink will help a sick person to easily expectorate sputum, which will help reduce cough and also gradually regenerate the inflamed mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.

Specialists of traditional medicine note that wine-honey tincture with aloe treats for cancer. They recommend using it to people who suffer from oncology. However, it is worth noting that the doctors of official medicine are quite skeptical about this opinion. They note that the treatment of malignant diseases only with traditional medicine should not be carried out, as this can lead to a worsening of the situation and the possible growth of the tumor. Tincture of honey, Cagoras and aloe useful for immunity. Honey and aloe contain components that have a pathogenic effect against some dangerous microorganisms. Course taking this tincture is a good way to treat bacterial and viral infections.

Reviews of many people suggest that after the course application of wine-honey tincture with aloe, their health has improved significantly.They also note that the "side effects" of such therapy was increased efficiency and vitality, as well as a good mood. Many people who drank wine-honey tincture with aloe also note that their sleep improved against the background of its intake. However, this drink can not be used by everyone. For its use there are a number of contraindications. Doctors say that alcohol is a part of this medicine. The presence of this component significantly increases the list of contraindications. So, you should not drink wine-honey tincture with aloe with:

• the presence of allergy or individual intolerance to the individual components that make up the drink;
• pancreatitis;
• alcohol addiction;
• pregnancy and lactation;
• hepatitis and cirrhosis of the liver;
• chronic kidney disease;
• heart or kidney failure;
• gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer.

This drink is also contraindicated for people undergoing cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder). Children's age is another contraindication for the use of such tincture. Before starting treatment, adults should always consult a doctor.

Making a wine-honey tincture with aloe is a snap. To do this, you only need to prepare all the ingredients and be patient. In order to make it as useful as possible, only high-quality products should be chosen for its preparation. Also, before preparing this therapeutic drink, you should pay attention to the following recommendations.

• Use only honey that has a liquid consistency. If it is already old or incorrectly stored, then sugar crystals appear in it. Such a product should be slightly heated before use. It is advisable to use fresh honey, as it contains more biologically active components.
• When choosing a cahors pay attention to where it was made. Try to choose drinks that produce large enterprises. This will reduce the risk of buying counterfeit products.
• Before picking leaves with aloe, necessary preparation of medication, do not water the plant for 8-12 days. In this case, its juice will contain more useful components.

The classic recipe for making tinctures is quite simple. To do this, these three ingredients must be mixed in certain proportions. To make a drink you need to take:

• honey - 1 part;
• crushed aloe leaves - 1 part;
• Cahors - 2 parts.

Aloe leaves can be crushed in different ways, for example, using a conventional meat grinder or blender. All ingredients of the mixture should be well mixed together and leave to infuse. The drink should be kept for 7-10 days in a dark cool place.

Experts of traditional medicine recommend to use ready tincture to use on 1 tablespoon three times a day. Do it better for ½ hour before meals. The course of the tincture depends on the original pathology. So, when treating a cold, for example, this tincture in the standard dosage indicated above should be taken for 5-7 days. The composition of wine-honey tincture with aloe may vary. Some people add a little lemon or citrus juice to their drink. They believe that such lemon supplements give the finished drink a little sourness and improve its flavor.

To improve the well-being of patients with tuberculosis, wine-honey tincture prepared according to the following recipe is suitable. For its preparation will require:

• honey - 140-160 g;
• aloe juice - 140-160 ml;
• Cahors - 260 ml.

All ingredients must be mixed together, and then poured into a container for storage. For this it is better to use dark glass containers.The medication should be infused for 6-7 days. It is necessary to use tincture 3-4 times a day one tablespoon for 35-40 minutes before meals.

For the base of honey and Cahors, you can prepare another version of therapeutic tincture. It is suitable for the treatment of chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, as it helps to normalize the processes of digestion. In order to make such a drink, take:

• Aloe leaves (crushed) - ½ kg;
• honey - 210 g;
• Cahors - ½ liters.

All components are thoroughly mixed together and pour into a container for infusion. Medical tincture will be ready in a week. It should be consumed in 1 tbsp. l three times a day, half an hour before meals. One course of such home therapy should be 1-1.5 months.

In the period of cold and acute respiratory infections can be prepared wine-honey tincture with aloe to improve immunity. The use of such a useful drink will help to strengthen the protective properties of the body to various infections. To make this recipe you will need:

• Cahors - 340-360 ml;
• honey - 240 g;
• aloe juice - 120 ml.

All ingredients must be thoroughly mixed. Infusion tincture is necessary for 6-7 days. Take prophylactic for colds and flu should be 1 tbsp. l 2-3 times a day for two weeks.

In the next video you will find a recipe for this tonic.