Useful properties and contraindications of honeysuckle for women

Edible honeysuckle is eaten and used in folk medicine. The fruits have a pleasant sweet and sour taste. taste with a slight bitterness and a number of valuable and beneficial properties for the female body, confirmed by official medicine. The berries are consumed fresh, dried and frozen, as well as in the form of preserves and jams. You will learn about the benefits and harms of honeysuckle for a woman’s health, medicinal properties and contraindications from the article.

Chemical composition of berries

Not only do they have beneficial properties honeysuckle fruit, but also foliage, bark and rhizomes. Almost the entire periodic table fits into one berry.

The fruits contain:

• vitamins A, B1, B2, C, P;
• saturated organic acids (malic, butanedioic, pentanedic, citric);
• micro- and macroelements: potassium, phosphorus, iodine, calcium, silicon, sodium, iron, manganese, barium, aluminum and even natural non-radioactive strontium;
• pectin;
• bioflavonoids;
• tannins;
• simple and complex carbohydrates.

Let's take a closer look at their effect on the body:

1. Copper improves the absorption of iron, prevents anemia and dermatoses.
2. Potassium takes part in the functioning of the heart and is responsible for the functioning of the muscular and nervous systems.
3. Calcium is necessary for the strength of the bone skeleton and cartilage tissue. Takes an important part in the functioning of the nervous system and affects blood clotting.
4. Phosphorus helps the normal functioning of the cardiovascular system, is responsible for hormone levels and acid-base balance.Promotes the formation of bone tissue, participates in the synthesis of hormones and enzymes.
5. Magnesium and B vitamins strengthen the immune system and heart muscle. They have a beneficial effect on the peripheral nervous system, especially in children.
6. Bioflavonoids strengthen the walls of blood vessels and reduce blood pressure.
7. Tannins and pectin have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
8. Simple and complex carbohydrates improve metabolic processes in the body.
9. Vitamin C has anti-inflammatory properties and neutralizes the effects of free radicals.

Useful and healing properties

The healing properties of honeysuckle are revealed when using decoctions and infusions, as well as when eating the fruits fresh. Berries contain all the vitamins and minerals necessary for the body and help improve digestion.

In one of our articles, we talked about about the benefits of honeysuckle for men, and today we will look at the healing properties of the berry for the female body.

Useful properties of honeysuckle for women:

• strengthens the immune system;
• indispensable in the fight against stress and vitamin deficiency;
• increases hemoglobin;
• has an anti-inflammatory effect;
• improves blood circulation, strengthens and cleans the walls of blood vessels;
• has antihypertensive properties - reduces blood pressure;
• strengthens the heart muscle and improves heart function;
• has a diuretic effect, improves kidney function and removes toxins;
• enhances intestinal motility and relieves constipation;
• has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gallbladder and liver, improves digestion;
• reduces the level of bad cholesterol;
• accelerates metabolic processes and promotes weight loss;
• helps prevent and treat skin diseases.

For what diseases are they used?

Honeysuckle is indispensable as an adjuvant in drug treatment.

Diabetes

Honeysuckle fruits have a low glycemic index of -20 (for comparison: strawberries - 32, melon - 60). For type 1 and type 2 diabetes, eating berries in moderation reduces blood glucose.

In case of advanced disease with the formation of ulcers of the lower extremities, a decoction of bark and leaves, which have anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties, is used for treatment.

Hypertension

To reduce blood pressure, both fresh fruits and a decoction of leaves, flowers and bark are used in different proportions. It strengthens blood vessels, improves blood circulation and removes excess moisture from the body. By taking the infusion regularly in small quantities, you can achieve a long-lasting effect.

Important! In case of persistent low blood pressure (hypotension), the use of decoction and berries is prohibited!

Eye diseases

The beneficial substances contained in honeysuckle strengthen the optic nerve and eye muscles, and prevent the development of glaucoma. Washing the eyes with a decoction of the bark and leaves helps in the treatment of conjunctivitis and blepharitis.

Oral diseases

The anti-inflammatory properties of the plant help treat sore throat, stomatitis and gum inflammation. For this purpose, decoctions of leaves, flowers and plant bark are used.

Liver and gastrointestinal diseases

Fresh berries and decoctions from the leaves have a beneficial effect on the abdominal organs. The fruits have a moderate choleretic effect and remove toxins.

Enveloping properties help with gastritis and colitis. A slight laxative effect allows you to improve intestinal motility and improves your general condition.

Important to remember:

• in case of exacerbation of chronic diseases, it is better to postpone the intake of decoctions and berries until the inflammation is relieved;
• with high acidity, you are allowed to consume no more than 5-10 berries per day;
• the saturated acids contained in honeysuckle berries stimulate the production of pancreatic enzymes, which aggravates the condition during exacerbation of pancreatitis.

Gout

Honeysuckle for gout is used to relieve the general inflammatory process. Warm wraps with an infusion of plant bark are preferred.

Wounds and burns

Thanks to the tannins contained in decoctions of bark and leaves, inflammation is relieved, wounds and burns are healed.

Important! Honeysuckle is an auxiliary remedy for treatment. Before eating, consult a doctor.

To help women

Honeysuckle berries help women during menopause and menopause. The fruits contain substances that improve blood composition and increase hemoglobin.

During menopause, they regulate hormonal levels and eliminate nervousness and irritation.

During pregnancy

Benefits of honeysuckle berry for pregnant women:

1. Vitamins and minerals have anti-inflammatory properties.
2. Pectins and fiber improve digestion and help avoid constipation, which is common during this period.
3. Thanks to its diuretic properties, the fruits relieve swelling in later stages and reduce blood pressure.

The effect of honeysuckle on the developing fetus has been little studied. Therefore, berries should be consumed only when absolutely necessary and with caution.

For weight loss

The chemical composition of honeysuckle berries seems to have been created for weight loss:

1. Thanks to its low calorie content (41 kcal per 100 g) and enzymes that facilitate digestion, metabolic processes in the body improve.
2. A decoction of the bark has diuretic properties, so it helps remove water accumulated in adipose tissue.
3. Due to their ability to break down fats, berries are useful for all degrees of obesity.

When breastfeeding

Honeysuckle during breastfeeding has a positive effect on lactation and the composition of breast milk. At the same time, the child and mother receive all the necessary vitamins and microelements. You need to start when the baby is 3 months old, with 1-2 berries. If there are no negative manifestations, it is allowed to gradually introduce the product into the diet.

Important! To avoid allergic rashes in infants, you should consult a pediatrician before consuming honeysuckle.

Benefits for children

From the age of 5, after consultation with a pediatrician, you can gradually introduce berries into your diet. In the spring-autumn period, they will be a good general strengthening and anti-inflammatory agent. The fruits will help improve memory and relieve tension in the eye muscles.

Decoctions of leaves and bark contain glycosides, so up to 12 years they are used only for external use: for sore throat, diseases of the oral cavity, wounds, burns and external inflammation of the eyes.

Application in cosmetology

A berry mask cleanses pores, removes toxic substances, and exfoliates dead skin particles. It prevents inflammatory processes, smoothes and rejuvenates the skin.

An infusion of leaves and flowers is used to strengthen the roots and improve the hair structure. It is recommended to apply it to washed hair and dry without rinsing.

Contraindications and restrictions

There are few contraindications, but they should be taken into account:

• individual intolerance (manifested by a small red rash, itching, high fever, difficulty breathing);
• children under 5 years of age;
• persistent low blood pressure (hypotension);
• chronic or acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas);
• increased stomach acidity;
• disease of any of the gastrointestinal tract organs in the acute stage.

Dosage per day

The daily intake of berries should not exceed 100 g (about 0.5 tbsp.) for an adult and 50 g (0.25 tbsp.) for children over 5 years old.

If the daily norm is exceeded, the following may appear:

• diarrhea;
• vomit;
• a sharp drop in pressure;
• dehydration of the body;
• increase in red blood cells;
• increase in hemoglobin level.

Be sure to check that the honeysuckle is an edible variety. Berries of any color except blue, poisonous.

Conclusion

Honeysuckle is a female berry. It contains vitamins and microelements necessary for humans. By consuming fruits in moderation, you can eliminate the deficiency of substances in the body, prevent many diseases and improve health.