Blueberries are an excellent natural antiseptic and antibiotic. Due to this, they are actively used for various coughs and throat diseases.
The beneficial properties of blueberries are also used in cosmetology. Preparations and products that include this berry are good for moisturizing the skin, as well as anti-inflammatory.
Blueberry tincture is used in folk medicine for chronic diarrhea, as well as diseases of the gastrointestinal system. This berry is effective for inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, fights angina, rheumatism.
Blueberries contain a large amount of antioxidants, which act on cancer at the cellular level and prevent its reproduction. Therefore, blueberries are an excellent prevention of the development of cancer.
It has also been proven that blueberries have a very good effect on people with diabetes. Blueberry leaves and stems contain substances that regulate blood sugar levels.
Cranberries and drinks made from them are used to prevent blood clots and myocardial infarction. Due to the anticoagulant content, the fruit reduces blood clotting.
A fruit infusion is recommended for anemia: 2 teaspoons of dried fruit, pour one teaspoon of boiling water, let it stand for 2 hours, strain, divide into equal portions and take 3-4 times a day.
A decoction of cranberries is indicated for gastritis (inflammation of the gastric mucosa), heartburn, enteritis (inflammation of the small intestine mucosa), diarrhea and dysentery: 1 tablespoon of dried fruit pour 2 teaspoons of hot water, put on a steam bath for 10 minutes, strain and take warm, undiluted, a quarter cup four times a day, before meals.
For diarrhea and gastritis with low acidity, a decoction of cranberry leaves is useful: pour 3-4 teaspoons of crushed dry leaves with 2 teaspoons of boiling water and insist in a thermos for 4-5 hours. Take half or a quarter of a teaspoon 4-5 times a day, 15-20 minutes before meals.
For hemorrhoids, it is recommended to instill a decoction of cranberry leaves (60 milliliters for each procedure).
It is effective to apply a thick layer of crushed berries on hemorrhoids. For the treatment and prevention of urolithiasis, as well as in the preoperative period, when the type of stones is not determined, the patient is advised to drink a decoction of cranberry fruits. It is advisable to take it 4 times a day, in equal portions, each time in a volume of 60-100 milliliters.