The healing properties of marigolds, how Chernobrivtsy is used in folk medicine and cooking

The healing properties of marigolds have been known to people since ancient times. In addition, modern medicine has scientifically confirmed that the medicinal properties of marigolds make it possible to use them for the effective treatment of various ailments.

The homeland of the Chernobrivs is the hot country of Mexico. There, local shamans brew the drink balche from these magical flowers, decorate temples with buds, fumigate rooms and use them in everyday life. It is worth adopting some useful knowledge about marigolds and starting to apply them as needed.

Content:

• All about marigolds: a brief overview of the plant
• Medicinal varieties
• What are the medicinal properties of marigolds?
• How Chernobrivtsy is used to treat eyes
• How are marigolds used for cosmetic purposes?
• Application for weight loss
• How Chernobrivtsi are used in cooking
• Salted marigold recipe
• Contraindications for use
• Marigolds: beneficial properties for the garden
• How to properly prepare flowers

All about marigolds: a brief overview of the plant

The second name of these flowers is Chernobrivtsi. The flower is a member of the Asteraceae family and belongs to the Asteraceae. According to their lifespan, they are either annual or biennial plants.

Suitable for growing in flower beds, gardens, parks, etc. open air. Chernobrivtsy are often used to decorate balconies or terraces of private houses.

The color range is surprisingly varied, ranging from pale yellow to bright, rich yellow, deep orange, red-brown and deep wine. You can also find varieties with monochromatic bud colors or those where one bud combines several shades of orange and brown.

The plant is used in traditional Mexican cuisine, in particular, to prepare the drink balche; in cooking, the flowers are used as a seasoning; many traditional medicine recipes contain them.

After the plant was popularized throughout the world, it also began to be used not only as an ornamental, but also as a medicinal one.

Different varieties of marigolds differ significantly in size; they can be miniature, dwarf, or occupy significant space and be tall, reaching approximately 1.3 m in height. Inflorescences can also vary significantly in brightness and variegation of color.

Chernobivtsi are considered an ideal plant for the garden; they are unpretentious in care, always have an attractive, bright appearance, in addition:

• flowers are able to take root in unsuitable soil;
• tolerate minor sub-zero temperatures;
• love warmth;
• grow well next to chrysanthemums.

Medicinal varieties

The most popular types of marigolds are erect, deflected and thin-leaved. Based on them, there are more than 50 varieties in selection. All varieties of this plant are considered medicinal, so you can use the flowers that grow in your garden for medicinal purposes.

Additionally, you can familiarize yourself with the medicinal varieties of Chernobrivtsev:

• African erecta (Tagetes erecta) Taishan, Marvel, Prima gold and others;
• rejected (Tagetes patula) Carmen, Cresta, Alumia, Harmony, Hero, Tiger Eyes, Mandarin, Rusty Red, Safari;
• narrow-leaved or Mexican (Tagetes tenuifolia) Lulu, Gnome, Karina.

In addition to the above varieties, there are many others, but they all have healing properties.

What are the medicinal properties of marigolds?

During the period of growth and development, Chernobrivtsi accumulate useful substances in all their parts. The plant is famous for its beneficial essential oil. In terms of the number of useful components, marigolds are ahead of many other plants. Chernobrivtsev medicinal oil has an amber-yellow color and a pleasant aroma with oriental fruity notes.

The aroma oil has:

• antifungal and antimicrobial properties,
• acts as an antiseptic,
• soothes and relieves spasms.

Flower petals contain potassium, phosphorus compounds and copper, selenium, iron and zinc, as well as a low percentage of gold. The vitamin composition is also rich: C, A, E and rutin and folic acid.

The leaves and stems contain valuable components:

• carotene;
• lutein;
• pigments;
• alkaloids;
• flavonoids;
• apinene;
• ocytomene.

Let's watch an interesting video about the medicinal properties of marigolds:

How Chernobrivtsy is used to treat eyes

According to scientific research, marigolds are known to improve vision. This beneficial effect of bright flowers was proven by biochemist, herbalist and candidate of medical sciences Dina Pavlovna Balyasova.

Marigold flowers are rich in the carotenoid lutein. This substance promotes long-term vision preservation and protects the retina from free radicals.

To improve the quality of vision, flowers can be consumed fresh, 3-4 inflorescences per day.The petals can also be crushed and added to salads and other dishes as a seasoning. Dry inflorescences should be taken 1 teaspoon per day.

To treat eyes, marigold tincture is prepared. To begin with, the flowers are crushed and placed in a glass container. Then pour in natural olive oil.

This medicine needs to be infused for a week in a warm place and the bottle should be shaken occasionally. When the tincture is ready, it should be strained and refrigerated. Marigold oil is taken 1 teaspoon per day, before meals.

Chernobrivtsy for the treatment of eyes, pancreas, and other organs, watch the video:

How are marigolds used for cosmetic purposes?

Essential oil marigolds and an infusion of flowers in olive oil is used as a rejuvenating agent. The oil can soften rough skin of the knees, elbows, and heels. You can make the oil yourself or buy it at the pharmacy. It should be smeared 2 times a day on problem areas of the skin.

You can improve your complexion and make your skin matte and smooth using a lotion based on these bright inflorescences. In order to make this tonic, you will need 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, marigold infusion and one spoon of vodka. Mix these components and leave for 12 hours. It is advisable to wipe the skin of the face and décolleté with this product every morning.

Also, from the inflorescences of this plant you can make decoctions for rinsing hair, baths for the skin of the face, hands and feet. Despite the fact that the spectrum of action of products with marigold extract is versatile, the effect is not long in coming.

Using marigolds for weight loss

Diets usually do not include marigold, but this plant can be used as an auxiliary component for weight loss.

Inflorescences are capable of:

• improve the functioning of the digestive system;
• have a diuretic effect;
• help get rid of swelling;
• improve metabolism.

If there are no individual contraindications to this plant, then you can safely add it to your diet. In order to speed up metabolism and remove excess water from the body, you can pour 2 teaspoons of marigolds into 1 glass of boiling water, leave for 1 hour and strain through a sieve.

You need to drink marigold drink 3-4 tablespoons before meals 4-5 times a day.

How Chernobrivtsi are used in cooking

For food marigold people have been adding since ancient times. Europe took its cue from Mexico, or more precisely from the Aztecs, who used this plant as a seasoning and made cold tea from the inflorescences. A couple of petals are enough to fill a salad, meat, fish or vegetable dish with a new taste and unforgettable aroma.

In Georgia, the spice Imereti saffron, which contains marigold inflorescences, is popular. Narrow-leaved or small varieties are dried, ground into powder and added to Georgian national dishes.

Marigold flowers are absolutely safe, edible and non-toxic. They can be prepared as a separate dish, for example, salted or pickled.

Salted marigold recipe

This unusual pickle can be combined with different dishes. Marigolds are also sometimes salted together with cucumbers, tomatoes and zucchini.

To prepare you will need:

• 1 kilogram of fresh inflorescences;
• 0.5 liters of water;
• 60 grams of table salt.

Cooking method:

• Boil water and add salt to it.
• Stir until completely dissolved.
• Pour brine over the inflorescences.
• Cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
• Place the salted marigolds in jars, fill them with brine and seal with lids.

This unusual pickle can become one of the main snacks at a feast, because it not only looks bright and appetizing, but is also extremely healthy. It can also be added to soups, stews and other dishes.

Contraindications for use

If you use marigolds as a seasoning or for medicinal purposes, it is unlikely to harm the body.

But there are always exceptions to the rules, so people should use this flower with caution:

• prone to allergies;
• children under two years of age;
• women during pregnancy and lactation.

Rarely, but still some people have intolerance to the essential oil contained in this plant.

Also, during pregnancy, the female body may react negatively to taking marigold tincture or seasoning, so it is recommended to consult a doctor before taking this medicinal plant.

Marigolds: beneficial properties for the garden

Chernobrivtsy essential oil is a natural insecticide and fungicide. The aroma of this plant repels pests that are not averse to eating vegetable crops. To prevent the attack of pests such as the Colorado potato beetle, aphids, and mole crickets, it is enough to plant flower beds with marigolds around the perimeter of the garden.

Flowers also help reduce the risk of weeds. Marigold roots contain the substance thiophene. It repels weeds. In order to prevent the appearance of purslane, horsetail and creeping wheatgrass, you can plant Chernobrivtsy on the plot.

Additionally, the roots of these flowers disinfect the soil and disinfect it from various fungi and mold.

How to properly prepare flowers

You can make Imereti saffron yourself; just dry the marigold inflorescences and finely grind them in a mortar or mill. You can dry the plant by hanging it on a string or laying it on newspaper.

In addition to drying marigolds, you can make an alcohol tincture, marigold oil and vinegar from the petals. All parts of the plant are used to make vinegar. Marigold tinctures have a spicy manise aroma with notes of cinnamon and lemon.

Until now, new properties of marigolds continue to be discovered in medicine, cosmetology and witchcraft. It’s hard to imagine, but this plant is useful in everyday life because it can replace many medications and cosmetic products.