The plantain is not in vain got its name - he really grows everywhere. Often he is considered weed, and therefore ruthlessly burst, without thinking about the benefits of the plant. Perhaps its importance for health only children know, who, slightly embarrass, immediately break the sheet and apply to a painful place. Of course, we do not advise you to use the unscrewed leaves, but look at this plant and start collecting it in medicinal purposes exactly makes sense. In fact, the plantain contains vegetable compounds that can reduce inflammation, improve digestion and promote wound healing.
We warn you: before any application of the plant as a medicinal product you need to consult with your doctor.
What is a plantain?
Plantain, also known as a broad-sized plantain (Plantago Major), is a natural plant for Europe and some parts of Asia. This perennial plant produces greenish flowers and has large oval leaves that can eat raw or cooked. It is noteworthy that several types of edible weeds of the plantain belong to the same family as a broad-sized plantain. This includes:
Sailorite Nickname (Plantago Lanceolata)
Black Plantago Rugelii
Blond Plantago Ovata
Plantago Aristata (Plantago Aristata)
Chinese plantain (Plantago Asiatica)
Plantago Coronopus (Plantago Coronopus)
Woolly plantain (Plantago Patagonica)
Although these plants are often considered as weeds, they all have edible leaves and seeds that have been used in medicine in medicine, according to the scientific review of the Articles "Plantago Major in Traditional Persian Medicine and Modern Phytotherapy: a Narrative Review".
plantain leaves can be used in food
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Reduces inflammation
Although the painful sensations at the injury place are a healthy reaction of the body, still do not want to walk with a wound or injury for a long time. Studies show that the plantain can reduce inflammation. According to the research "Anti-Inflammatory Property of Plantago Major Leaf Extract Reduces The Inflammatory Reaction in Experimental Acetaminophen-Induced Liver Injury", its leaves contain several anti-inflammatory compounds, including flavonoids, terpeneoids, glycosides and tanning substances. Experience on rats showed that the introduction of plantain weed extract reduced several inflammation markers caused by damage to the liver. Another study on animals has shown similar results, making the conclusion that the extract of weeds of the plantain significantly reduced inflammation and reduced the development of liver enzymes to protect against its damage. Moreover, studies in the test tube show that plantain seeds can reduce several inflammation markers and slow down the growth of some cancer cells. However, plantain weeds should not be considered a tool from cancer. For approval of this property, research is needed.
Promotes healing Ran.
The study "Effects of Plantago Lanceolata L. Extract On Full-Thickness Excisional Wound Healing In A Mouse Model" notes that the plantain contributes to healing wounds, reducing inflammation, blocking microbes growth and reducing pain. Experience with the participation of 40 people showed that the use of a gel containing aloe vera and plantain helped to cure ulcers on the legs. Similarly, in the study on animals Aloe Vera and the plantain improved healing of wounds and restoration of tissues under local application. In another study on animals "Effects of Plantago Lanceolata L. Extract on Full-Thickness Excisional Wound Healing In A Mouse Model" The use of only plantain weed extract for wounds helped to increase the healing rate compared to the control group.
Improves digestion
It was revealed that some compounds in the seeds and leaves of the weeds of the plantain facilitate some problems with digestion. In particular, the seeds contain psychology: the type of fiber, often used as a natural laxative, since it absorbs water when passing through the digestive tract. According to one of the reviews, plantain leaves can also slow down the digestion speed, which can help in the treatment of diarrhea. Research on rats even showed that the extract of the plantain narrowing is helped by healing the stomach ulcers. In addition, some animal studies show that the anti-inflammatory properties of plantain weeds can help digestive problems, such as inflammatory bowel disease (BC), which can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, scrawling and diarrhea.