Krasnogolovka, dyatlik, bee bread or meadow clover is not only a valuable forage crop, unpretentious in terms of cultivation and care. This herb with beautiful round inflorescences since the time of Avicenna is known as a very healthy product. Modern physicians and phytotherapists also use red clover - the medicinal properties and contraindications of this plant are thoroughly studied in laboratory conditions, which makes it possible to make from it and home medicines, and certified pharmacological preparations.
Useful properties and contraindications of red clover
The above-ground part of the described grass, namely flowers, contains a mass of valuable organic compounds:
- vitamins (C, A, E, K, group B);
- glycosides;
- wax;
- coumarins;
- phytosteroids;
- tannins;
- alkaloids;
- essential oils;
- cumaronic, succinic, salicylic acid;
- proteins;
- cellulose;
- vegetable oil;
- ash;
- tyrosine;
- nitrogen-free substances;
- asparagine;
- carotene;
- bioquinone;
- coenzymes (especially Q10);
- isoflavones.
In addition, red meadow clover is a source of a large number of minerals, among which:
- magnesium;
- chromium;
- iron;
- copper;
- phosphorus;
- calcium.
Apparently, the presented plant contains very rare chemical substances, which determines its amazing properties, among which:
- wound healing;
- anti-inflammatory;
- emollient;
- antisclerotic;
- immunostimulating;
- pain reliever;
- antineoplastic;
- diuretic;
- tonic;
- antidepressant;
- antiviral;
- antibacterial;
- expectorant;
- sedative;
- antifungal;
- hypotensive.
In this case, the plant in question has practically no contraindications. It can not be taken only in case of individual intolerance, as well as during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.
The healing properties of red clover and its contra-indications
Presented grass is considered a powerful biostimulator, as it saturates the body with essential vitamins and microelements, strengthens the immune system, tones up the nervous and cardiovascular system.
Tea, decoction or water infusion based on the colors of red clover produces the following positive effects:
- Cleans vessels of cholesterol plaques;
- normalizes the work of the gastrointestinal tract;
- reduces intracranial pressure;
- Cures inflammatory processes, including gynecological pathologies;
- promotes the outflow of bile and the restoration of liver cells;
- prevents heart disease;
- relieves spasms and pain syndromes of any origin;
- soothes irritations on the skin;
- helps remove sand from the kidneys , dissolve stones;
- facilitates expectoration during bronchitis;
- accelerates cleansing and healing of wounds, ulcers, burns, purulent skin lesions;
- allows you to cope with the fungus;
- reduces the severity of symptoms of hemorrhoids and anal fissures ;
- supports the function of the brain;
- serves as the prevention of viral pathologies.
Separately, it is necessary to emphasize the anti-carcinogenic abilities of preparations from clover. Such medications help to combat various types of malignant tumors, especially female genital organs.
Contraindications to the use of red clover in folk medicine
As already mentioned, the preparations prepared from the examined herb should not be taken orally if there are such factors as:
- allergy;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
There is also a special contraindication to the use of alcohol tincture of red clover - poor blood coagulability.