What are the healing properties of thuja, how does the plant affect the human body?

Thuja is a widespread conifer of the cypress family. Used by gardeners for decorative purposes. However, the plant is known not only for its aesthetic appearance, but also for its healing properties.

Chemical composition of the plant

Despite the fact that thuja has long been widely used in traditional medicine, its chemical composition continues to be studied. The main components of wood are tannins and touic acid. As a result of the distillation of thuja leaves, an essential oil is obtained that has a number of unique properties due to the presence of cardiofillen, pinene, cedar, sesquiterpene hydridene hydrocarbon, pelene, penipicrin, thujone, pinin, gum,sesquiterpene alcohol and other ingredients. The resulting oil has a yellowish color and a characteristic camphor odor.

Medicinal properties of Tui

The tree is characterized by the following properties:

• antimicrobial;
• anti-inflammatory;
• hemostatic;
• diuretic;
• healing wounds;
• astringent;
• antiallergic;
• eliminates stagnation and bronchi and lungs;
• antistress

In thuja oil, its beneficial properties are best preserved; therefore, it is often used for treatment.

How to use thuja in cosmetology

In cosmetology, the use of thuja essential oil gives remarkable results. It moisturizes, tones and refreshes the skin. Experts recommend either to use it in its pure form, or add to the finished cosmetics at the rate of 2-3 drops per serving of a cream or mask suitable for skin type. Such enrichment cosmetics will make skin radiant and eliminate traces of fatigue.

This cosmetic product is ideal for owners of oily skin. Also, thuja oil with regular use will help in the fight against cellulite, postpartum stretch marks, allergic dermatitis, corns and old calluses.To do this, a couple of drops of it is added to the massage oil or an appropriate cream. Massaging into the roots of the hair and adding thuja oil to the shampoo is used for strong hair loss.

The use of Tui in traditional medicine, recipes

Flu and Cold Prevention

Medicinal properties of thuja are successfully used for the prevention of colds and flu. Tree oil is most often used for rubbing and inhalation. In the first case, it is necessary to add 3-4 drops of essential oil to 15 ml of base oil (olive, almond, sunflower, grape seed, etc.) and carry out a therapeutic massage of the back, chest, neck.

In the second case, 3-4 drops of thuja oil should be added to 1.5-2 liters of boiling water, take shelter with a warm blanket and inhale the vapors. The use of Tui for therapeutic baths gives a good effect. 10-15 drops of essential oil should be diluted in milk or kefir, add to a warm bath. It should take no more than 10-15 minutes, then - warmly dressed and go to bed. It is also advisable for the prevention of colds to use essential oil of thuja in the oil burner and aromamedalone.

Treatment of osteochondrosis and diseases of the musculoskeletal system

To combat arthritis of the joints and osteochondrosis, traditional medicine experts recommend the following recipe: 2 tbsp. needles need to fill in 0.5 liter of boiling water and insist in a thermos. Then it is necessary to filter the infusion and take 3 times a day for ¼ cup. The duration of treatment is 10-15 days, depending on the state of health.

Thuja vodka tincture can be used for external treatment of diseased joints: 2 tbsp. the crushed raw materials are poured with vodka and insist a week in a dark place. From time to time, the tincture must be shaken. Before use - strain.

Diseases of the genitourinary system

Traditional healers share a proven recipe for treating cystitis, prostatitis, prostate adenoma: 3 tbsp. chopped needles of thuja pour 200 ml of 70-% medical alcohol. Let it brew for 14 days in the dark, shaking occasionally. The tincture is filtered. Take 2 times a day half an hour after a meal, dissolving 30 drops of tincture in a glass of water. Course duration - 7-10 days.

In gynecology, thuja is used to treat thrush and whiter: 1 tbsp. cones poured 0.5 liters of boiling water in a thermos.Then the tincture must be carefully drained and top up with water to the original volume. The resulting liquid is used twice a day for douching and washing away until the symptoms disappear, which usually occurs 5-7 days.

Treatment of corns and warts

For getting rid of painful and old warts, corns, papillomas and polyps, experts advise using this recipe: 150 ml of 70-% alcohol pour 3 tbsp. crushed plants. Insist 2 weeks, and then treat problem skin. To make it easier to apply the medicine, you can mix the tincture in a 1: 1 ratio with petroleum jelly. Then you need to fix the mixture with a bandage. Enough to carry out several such procedures.

How to prepare medical raw materials

Thuja is an evergreen plant, so there is no need to prepare it for future use. However, the highest concentration of beneficial substances in plant sprouts is observed from May to June. Collected needles and cones are dried in the shade and placed in a tightly closed container. When harvesting raw materials, it is necessary to make sure that there are no industrial enterprises and active automobile traffic in the vicinity of the plants.

Side effects of thuja and contraindications

Despite the fact that thuja has a number of medicinal properties, treatment can be started only by familiarizing with contraindications. The tree belongs to poorly eating plants, so it is unacceptable to change the prescribed dosage. It is strictly forbidden to take inside medicines from thuja to pregnant women, as this can cause a miscarriage. Not recommended for nursing mothers, young children and people suffering from epilepsy.

Essential oils of thuja are characterized by the same beneficial properties and contraindications as for needles, bark, cones. Thus, by taking proper care and consulting with your doctor, preparations based on thuja can be used to treat the disease.