What are the benefits of horseradish for the human body? Protracted cough, bronchitis, tracheitis

Oct-27-2016

What is horseradish?

Horseradish (country or garden) is a perennial frost-resistant plant that winters well in open ground and can withstand even harsh winters with little snow. Horseradish has a powerful, fleshy rhizome, the lateral roots of which branch strongly and grow to a depth of 2 meters or more. The central root is thick, covered with growths like warts, from which, as a rule, roots and shoots grow. The stem is erect, branched. The basal leaves are very large, oblong-oval in shape.

The flowers are white, collected in a long racemose inflorescence. Horseradish blooms in May - June. The fruit is an oblong-oval pod.

The seeds usually do not ripen and are unsuitable for propagation. Therefore, horseradish does not reproduce by seeds. For this purpose, cuttings from lateral roots are used.

It was known to the ancient Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians. The plant spreads easily and is now found wild in many countries. Horseradish is considered a native Russian spicy and aromatic plant.

For primacy in the discovery of this unique plant Slavs claim. It was they who, before others, noticed that there is no better medicine for colds than horseradish, and its constant use rejuvenates the body. Balding men, hoping to regain their full head of hair, used horseradish pulp, which they rubbed into emerging bald spots.

In fact, the laurels of discoverers belong to the ancient Greeks, who began to use horseradish as early as 1500 BC as a piquant food additive that enhances love desire. The first mentions of horseradish as a cosmetic product date back to this time.

Horseradish was the most common spice among the Slavic peoples. It was used to season jelly and meat dishes, and was used for pickling cabbage and cucumbers. Since the 9th century, the Slavs have grown it as a cultivated plant. Written sources of the 16th century tell us that in Russian cuisine it was served as an indispensable seasoning for festive jelly; horseradish, grated into coarse shavings, for roast pig.

Gradually, horseradish moved to Western Europe, where the Germans first became addicted to it. Since the 16th century, Germany began to cultivate this crop, using it not only as a food seasoning, but also adding it to beer, schnapps, and later began to export it. Two centuries later the Germans were followed by the French.

The peoples of Northern Europe also learned about this spice and used the root and leaves of the plant in food. Later, horseradish was introduced to others by the British, who first used it as medicine against fever, to remove stones from bile ducts liver, as a means of improving hair growth. Centuries later, horseradish established itself in English cuisine.

It was consumed mainly by people engaged in hard work (peasants, workers), and then it became an integral part of gourmet dishes (served with oysters, meat). Horseradish was used in the production of strong drinks, combined with wormwood and tansy. Tired travelers were given a drink. Horseradish was grown near inns and hotels.

At all times, horseradish was used as a medicine, and gradually it began to be included in many drugs.

Currently, horseradish is cultivated in many countries, most of all in Eastern and Northern Europe and the USA.

What is horseradish, the benefits and harms of horseradish for human health, all this is of great interest to people who lead a healthy lifestyle, monitor their health, and are interested in traditional methods treatment. So we will try to answer questions that interest this category of people.

Useful properties of horseradish:

The roots and leaves of this plant contain biologically active chemical substances and vitamins. Horseradish roots are used, collected in the fall.

The glycoside sinigrin was found in the roots, the cleavage of which produces allylic mustard oil and lysozyme, which has bactericidal effect, vitamin C. Allyl mustard oil causes the pungent odor and taste of horseradish and has a pronounced local action, causes skin hyperemia and burning pain, at long-term action may cause burns and gangrene. Vapors cause it coughing and lacrimation. Taken orally in small doses, it enhances secretion gastrointestinal tract and stimulates the appetite. IN large doses may cause severe gastroenteritis.

Horseradish root also contains sugar, ascorbic acid, and is rich mineral salts potassium, sodium, sulfur, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, chlorine, iron, copper, various amino acids, enzymes, contains a bactericidal protein substance - lysozyme and organic compounds.

Ascorbic acid, the enzyme myrosin, and allyl mustard essential oil were found in the leaves and roots.

Horseradish contains five times more vitamin C than oranges and lemons. In terms of ascorbic acid content, horseradish is not inferior to black currant fruits, and only ripe red pepper contains more of it.

Contraindications:

Like any medicine, horseradish has its contraindications. In case of acute inflammatory processes in the intestines and stomach, it should not be used. Eating horseradish in large doses can cause increased blood pressure.

With increased acidity, with other inflammatory diseases gastrointestinal tract, as well as for liver and kidney diseases, the use of horseradish is undesirable not only for medicinal purposes, but also for food purposes. Therefore, if you have health problems, you should consult a doctor before using horseradish. But this advice applies to all medicinal plants.

Medicinal properties of horseradish:

Medicinal properties horseradish are associated with the irritating and stimulating effect of mustard oil included in its composition, which improves the functioning of the glands of the gastrointestinal tract, helps with low acidity, increases appetite, also helps with gallbladder diseases and intestinal atony. Of course, consuming horseradish is not recommended for acute and severe forms all these diseases, especially the kidneys, although horseradish is an excellent diuretic. Methods of treating horseradish have long been known cardiovascular diseases- angina pectoris, ischemia, anemia.

Besides:

The plant helps with mental and physical exhaustion of the body, exhibiting general strengthening and tonic properties.
Using horseradish infusion sour milk Helps maintain normal blood sugar, which is useful for diabetes mellitus and diseases of the pancreas.
The leaves of this plant are a proven remedy for bruises, sprains, radiculitis and pain in the muscles. Apply a sheet to the damaged area and tie it with a woolen scarf or handkerchief.
Poultices made from the fresh root heal rheumatism and frostbite.
Horseradish juice, diluted with vodka or alcohol approximately in half (the proportion is arbitrary), is used for warming rubs (radiculitis, neuralgia, etc.).
Grated horseradish with honey or sugar is consumed with reduced acidity (1 small spoon 2 times a day). You can add a little table vinegar or homemade sour cream to this product.
In cosmetological practice, the juice of the roots dissolves pigment spots ( of different origins) and freckles.

The large amount of phytoncides in the root of this vegetable makes it an indispensable folk remedy for flu and colds.

Horseradish contains a lot useful substances, however, it is recommended not to eat a large number of of this root vegetable to enhance gastrointestinal secretion and stimulate appetite.

Horseradish preparations are effective against viral and bacterial infections, are indicated to enhance immunity and prevent the development of malignant tumors.

They are widely used as an external distraction, help with cough, and have antipyretic properties.

Indications: infectious diseases, cancer, gout, rheumatism, arthrosis, radiculitis, myositis, flu, colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, laryngitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, oral diseases, vitamin deficiency, decreased immunity.

Contraindications: hypertension, gastritis, colitis, cholecystitis, hepatitis, stomach ulcers and duodenum, haemorrhoids.

Antipyretic drugs:

Mix 1 tablespoon of grated horseradish with 1 teaspoon of radish juice and 1 tablespoon of honey. Take 1 teaspoon 3-4 times a day as an antipyretic.

Mix 1 tablespoon of horseradish juice with 2 tablespoons of pureed raspberries, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Take 1 teaspoon 3-4 times a day as an antipyretic.

How to treat bronchitis and pneumonia with horseradish?

Mix 2 tablespoons of horseradish juice with 1 tablespoon of melted honey and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, add a few drops of cedar or eucalyptus oil. Use the mixture for rubbing the chest and back for bronchitis and pneumonia.

Mix 2 tablespoons of horseradish juice with 100 ml of carrot juice, the juice of 1/2 lemon, add a little honey or raspberry syrup. Take 1 tablespoon 4-5 times a day. The course of treatment is 7–14 days.

How to treat radiculitis, arthrosis and rheumatism with horseradish?

Pour 2 tablespoons of grated horseradish into 300 ml of vodka, leave for 5 days, strain. Use the tincture to rub the lower back for radiculitis. Carry out the procedure 1-2 times a day.

Mix horseradish juice with water in a 1:1 ratio, add a few drops of calendula tincture and a few drops of jasmine essential oil. Rub the drug onto the affected joints 2-3 times a day for arthrosis and rheumatism.

Oral diseases:

Pour 10–15 horseradish leaves into 1 liter of boiling water, leave for 2 hours, strain, add 10 ml of propolis solution. Rinse your mouth 3-4 times a day for stomatitis. The course of treatment is 4–5 days.

Mix horseradish juice with water in a ratio of 1:2. Rinse your mouth for gum inflammation 3 times a day. For toothache, apply a piece of horseradish to the painful tooth for 20–30 minutes.

Prevention of vitamin deficiency and improvement of immunity:

Mix horseradish, lemon and black currant juice in a ratio of 2: 1: 1. Take 1 tablespoon mixed with honey 3 times a day. The course of prevention of vitamin deficiency is 14 days.

Mix 1 tablespoon of grated horseradish with 100 g of grated black radish and 100 g of mashed tomatoes. Take 2 tablespoons 2 times a day to boost immunity. The course of prophylaxis is 1 month.

Horseradish treatment for sore throat:

Angina - infection with damage to the palatine tonsils. The main symptoms of the disease: malaise, pain when swallowing, chills, elevated temperature body, joint pain, headache.

Horseradish is usually used in the form of a paste, adding lemon juice. For 150 g of horseradish pulp - juice of 2-3 lemons. This is the most effective ratio. The resulting mixture should be taken on an empty stomach, 2 times a day, ½ teaspoon.

This mixture does not irritate the kidneys, gallbladder or mucous membrane digestive tract, however, it is extremely effective in ridding the body of accumulated mucus, which is very important in the treatment of bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, etc.

Freshly squeezed juice from horseradish roots and water infusions of horseradish are used as antimicrobial agent for rinsing with inflammation of the mouth and pharynx.

For cooking water infusion take 1 tablespoon per grated root, pour a glass of boiling water, leave for 30 minutes in a sealed container and filter. The same infusion is taken to increase appetite, 1 tablespoon 30 minutes before meals.

The juice of fresh horseradish roots contains lysozyme, a substance with antibiotic action. It is a natural antibiotic, so horseradish works great in treating diseases of infectious origin.

Recipes from their book by D. Nesterova “We are treated with vegetables. Healers from the gardens."

A very interesting video about the benefits of horseradish!

Horseradish wasabi:

The Japanese variety of horseradish Wasabia japonica (a spice known mainly in Japan, an integral element of local cooking) belongs to the cruciferous family. The light green root is dried, ground and ground into a paste.

It is used to make a very hot seasoning that is traditionally used as a seasoning for sushi, as well as in many other Japanese dishes. The cuisine of the Land of the Rising Sun knows almost no spices; it uses a minimum of spices. And all because the Japanese believe that the gifts of nature - rice, fish and vegetables - should retain their taste.

Wasabi is grown on mountain terraces that drain water from mountain streams. It is served mainly with raw fish dishes, so famous in the Land of the Rising Sun and which have long conquered the whole world. They say that wasabi is a good antidote for food poisoning raw fish, and that is why most often the light green paste is put on the table along with sushi and sashimi. Wasabi with soy sauce and water also works well for tempura.

As a relative of horseradish, wasabi has a strong, tear-inducing aroma but a cleaner, fresher taste. However, the burning taste appears in dried roots only if they are doused with water for a few minutes. If the powder from the roots is not soaked, its taste will be bitter.

It is better, of course, to use fresh root, grated on a metal grater. However, in Russia we are practically deprived of such an opportunity. But we can buy wasabi powder, which is mixed with water, or paste in tubes. Water is added to the powder until a thick mustard-type paste forms, sealed tightly and shaken to obtain a sharper taste. Paste in tubes is a ready-made product.

Wasabi powder produced in the West consists mainly of horseradish root powder, mustard powder and food coloring. These are cheap and convenient substitutes for wasabi. But they cannot be compared with the true taste of the latter.

Horseradish is one of the representatives of the Cruciferous or Cabbage family, which includes only three species, but only horseradish is a vegetable crop.

The benefits and harms of horseradish were known to our distant ancestors, who actively used it to treat all kinds of diseases and used it in cooking. It still plays a significant role in cooking, as well as in folk medicine, because it can not only give a dish a special taste, but also effectively help with a particular disease.

But keep in mind that it should be used with caution, as it has not only numerous positive properties, but also some contraindications that must be taken into account.

Origin and history of table horseradish

The homeland of horseradish is Europe. It grows throughout almost its entire territory, with the exception of the far north. The wild variety grows in large numbers on the banks of lakes and rivers in many Asian countries, as well as on the American continent.

Horseradish loves light, and its reproduction can be either vegetative or seed.

The cultivation of this plant occurred a very long time ago. It is mentioned in Slavic written sources dating back to the 9th century. In those days, as now, it was used as a spicy and medicinal plant.

In Western European countries, it became widespread much later. This happened around the 15th century. But if, for example, in medieval Germany and the Baltic countries, it was used as food, then in England, horseradish was usually used only as a medicinal plant.

Currently, he rightfully occupies important place in the cuisine of many European countries.

Horseradish history of origin

This spread of horseradish is due to the fact that it is unpretentious and can grow in almost any soil. Although most of all he loves loamy and sandy soils, which allow massive roots to form. If in the soil great content nitrogen, the roots branch and lose their economic importance.

Horseradish has long been successfully used in the preparation of many dishes as a flavoring and spicy additive. For this purpose it is used fresh leaves and roots. You can’t do without them when salting, preserving and pickling many vegetables.

As a seasoning, finely ground horseradish is best suited to many fish and meat dishes. Also, it is one of the essential components of some sauces. Quite popular in Russia is a drink like kvass with horseradish.

But many people do not know what benefits horseradish has besides its use in cooking. Meanwhile, it can effectively help with certain diseases. Its unique medicinal properties have been known since ancient times and were used quite actively.

Horseradish is used as a preventative and therapeutic agent for many diseases. In addition, if you have poor appetite, including it in your diet will help improve it significantly. The benefits of horseradish have been confirmed by numerous scientific studies.

Chemical composition

The active use of horseradish in many areas of medicine is associated with the numerous beneficial substances included in its composition. This plant is a real storehouse of various vitamins.

First of all, it contains vitamins C, B and PP. In particular, it contains much more vitamin C than even lemon. Fresh leaves are rich significant amount carotene.

He is also rich in all kinds of minerals. It includes:

phosphorus;
potassium;
sodium;
calcium;
iron;
sulfur.

The nutritional properties of the plant are due to high content nitrogenous substances, carbohydrates and even a small amount of fat. Few plants can boast of such a solid set of useful components.

But, if you intend to use horseradish for the prevention or treatment of a particular disease, keep in mind that beneficial substances are contained only in the fresh plant. If, for example, it is pureed and stored in this form for more than a week, it is unlikely to bring any benefit to normalizing health.

Use in traditional medicine

In many directions traditional medicine, positive properties horseradish is used to normalize the functioning of the digestive system and as a therapeutic agent for inflammation of the urinary canals.

Since this plant has excellent diuretic properties, it is indispensable as a therapeutic agent for rheumatism, gout, and cystitis. It is used in the presence of kidney stones.

For neuralgia, frostbite and various problems with joints, fresh horseradish should be used as a poultice.
If a person is sick with tonsillitis or whooping cough, it is recommended to use it together with glycerin and vinegar. However, care should be taken when using it as it may cause irritation. skin and eyes.
The use of horseradish can improve the functioning of the glands of the digestive tract.
Horseradish is effective for gastritis.
It can also be used to strengthen the immune system, since due to the phytoncides it contains, it has powerful antibacterial properties and can protect against many infectious diseases.
It is also effective for various skin problems. In particular, it can help with age spots and freckles. To do this, you will need to regularly wipe the problem areas with an infusion prepared from this plant.

Anyone who intends to use horseradish as a preventive and remedy It should be remembered that it will only be beneficial if it is fresh and prepared independently. Table horseradish, which is sold in jars in stores, is only a seasoning for food and is unable to positively affect health, no matter how large the proportions you consume it.

Contraindications to horseradish consumption

Like almost any plant, horseradish can be not only useful, but also harmful. This is especially true for lovers of spicy dishes that contain horseradish. After all, they may have certain diseases, in the presence of which it is not recommended to consume horseradish.

In addition, you should exclude it from your diet when taking certain medicines, the impact of which on the body can be minimized.

For stomach and intestinal ulcers, since the substances it contains can irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa and also increase acidity.
Women during pregnancy and lactation should exclude horseradish from their diet.
For heavy periods, since it can increase arterial pressure As a result, increased bleeding will occur.
It is not recommended to use horseradish if you have kidney or liver diseases.

If you suffer from any of the above, consuming horseradish in any form is contraindicated for you. If you have any doubts, it is best to consult a doctor.

Horseradish - healthy and valuable plant, which can bring a lot of benefits, because it allows you to make this or that dish much tastier and more nutritious. In addition, it will perfectly help with many health problems. The main thing is to use it correctly.

Horseradish is an unpretentious plant that does not require any special care. Therefore, it usually occupies some previously empty corner in the garden, and every year its green leaves peck from the soil along with lilies of the valley and daffodils. Today we are interested in the benefits and harms of horseradish, as well as the features of using it for food. Obviously, this is not only a flavor additive, but also a great helper for your health.

Burning healer

The bright and pungent taste of the root is not to everyone's taste. But housewives with great pleasure add them to various pickles and marinades, and jellied meats. Then the dish turns out not bland, but very tasty. But this is only a small part of what horseradish can be useful for. Harm and negative impact the digestive organs also need to be taken into account, we’ll also talk about this today.

In the meantime, let's do some research. chemical composition. Strictly speaking, this is not an easy task, since the burning root contains half of the periodic table. These are almost all minerals. In addition, horseradish is rich in fiber and vitamins, especially ascorbic acid. In this he can compete even with a lemon. The benefits and harms of horseradish are considered precisely in the context of the effects of all these substances on the human body.

Use in folk medicine

While there were no pharmacies, all medicines grew in the garden. From vegetable crops these were onions and garlic, as well as horseradish. Traditional healers knew the benefits and harms very well, which made it possible to effectively use it for a variety of purposes. For example, to treat radiculitis, a mass ground into a paste was used instead of mustard plaster. And for colds, juice was recommended.

But that is not all. Eating horseradish can be very useful for anemia and scurvy, and gum disease. Good results are shown by the use of horseradish when cleansing the liver, for colds and sore throats, as well as other diseases. This is far from full list diseases that bring tangible benefits horseradish. Harm to health and complications chronic diseases- this is also not at all uncommon. So let's look at the other side.

Keep a sense of proportion

Add a small amount of horseradish directly during the cooking process.
Mix the grated root with various sauces that are used as a dressing for snacks or sandwiches. For example, horseradish with mayonnaise is very popular.

Benefit and harm horseradish possible in fully feel already at the stage of cleaning and twisting. On the one hand, you are well aware of its health value. On the other hand, the burning smell makes you want to quit what you started. The root owes its aroma to allyl mustard oil.

Contraindications

Gastroenterologists can tell you more about the dangers and health benefits of horseradish than other doctors. The fact is that the burning root has the strongest effect on the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines. Excessive use Horseradish causes gastroenteritis. Regular consumption of it leads to various pains, may occur internal bleeding. Therefore, it is very important to observe the measure.

There is one more significant point that must be taken into account. Horseradish may not be compatible with all medications. For example, it completely neutralizes the effect of chloramphenicol. That is, the treatment will be unsuccessful. And people who have a history of intestinal diseases should completely exclude not only the vegetable itself, but also products that contain it. Even a healthy person should approach dishes containing horseradish with caution. Try a small amount and monitor your condition. If there are no abdominal pains or other unpleasant symptoms, then you can increase the portion a little next time.

Medicinal properties

Traditional healers and therapists determine the benefits and harms of horseradish for the body based on its ability to alleviate human conditions in various diseases:

First of all, they treat runny nose and bronchitis. It contains the natural antibiotic lysocin. A large amount of vitamin C activates the immune system.
It is also effective for external inflammatory processes on the skin.
The plant fights rheumatism well. Taking it regularly will restore the condition cartilage tissue.
The essential oil has expectorant properties.

Do not forget that the benefits and harms of horseradish root must be determined by the attending physician. Only he can weigh the pros and cons, analyze the patient’s condition and take into account contraindications. This is important so that the burning root does not cause harm or lead to a worsening of the condition.

Horseradish for weight loss

Not only is it unsuitable for food in itself (that is, you can’t eat a lot of it), but it also allows you to activate your metabolism, which means you can burn calories entering the body faster. It is important to consider two points:

This practice will not cause harm to the body only if there are no contraindications or chronic diseases.
The dosage must be observed.

Girls usually determine the benefits and harms of horseradish root, used for weight loss, in a practical way. If no problems arise during the process side effects, and weight loss is really activated, then you are on the right track. Although, of course, it would be better to consult a nutritionist for advice.

For these purposes, the following tincture is prepared. Take 200 g of horseradish and chop it on a fine grater. Add a liter of boiling water and put it in a dark place for a day. Strain and add 100 ml of liquid honey. This tincture should be consumed for a month before meals, 50 g three times a day. If you switch to proper nutrition and add physical exercise, then the results will not keep you waiting.

You can change products and make a different mix. Judging by the reviews, good result And taste qualities has the following option. Take one hundred grams of celery and three hundred grams of apples, mix in a blender. Now add a glass of curdled milk and a little horseradish. You can add a little salt. And most importantly, if you feel unwell or experience abdominal pain, then you need to remove this product from your diet and consult a doctor.

Women use horseradish not only to maintain a slim figure. In cosmetology, it is used to get rid of freckles and age spots. But during pregnancy you need to completely abandon this remedy.

Horseradish leaves

When harvesting roots in the fall, many people tear them off and throw them away. But the leaves contain no less useful substances than the root. Therefore, save them and prepare a decoction. It is useful for rinsing the rod for disinfection. Excellent and inexpensive remedy. If you add the same infusion to water and take a bath, you can feel relief from osteochondrosis. So leaves should not be underestimated either. Not to mention that they can be used to preserve vegetables.

Tincture with lemon juice

When considering the benefits and harms of horseradish for the human body, you need to pay attention to the preparation of tinctures. Along with sour cream and mayonnaise sauce, to which the ground root is added, tinctures are very popular. Tincture with lemon juice is excellent remedy for the prevention and treatment of influenza. The preparation is quite simple:

The root must be washed and chopped on a grater or using a meat grinder. Get ready for the pungent smell to make you cry.
For every 50 g of mass you need to add the same amount of sugar.
Place this mixture in the refrigerator for 12 hours.
Strain through cheesecloth.
Add 5 teaspoons of lemon juice and stir. If you have a cold, you should take a tablespoon every two hours.

The benefits and harms of horseradish tincture are determined by the timeliness of administration. At the very first signs of illness, this remedy can completely eliminate the symptoms of colds and flu.

For the strong half of humanity

Most men love spicy seasonings for their dishes. The burning root is no exception. Did you know that this is a powerful aphrodisiac? When considering the benefits and harms of horseradish for men, it should be noted that it helps restore potency. Preparing the medicine is very simple. The crushed root should be mixed with lemon and honey and consumed daily.

There is another way to use horseradish for a man’s health (the benefits and harms should be discussed with a specialist, as well as other treatment options):

Grind 0.5 kg of horseradish root.
Fill this mixture with 0.5 liters hot water.
Everything is poured into a jar or bottle. The mixture is tightly closed and left in dark place for a week.
After 7 days, you need to add the juice of three lemons, strain and drink a tablespoon twice a day.
You need to take it until the desired effect is achieved.

Use in cooking

The main use is as a seasoning and for preserving food. Fresh leaves can be added to brine and marinade. It is recommended to dry them for the winter and add them as a spice. And there is a wonderful preparation that allows you to harmoniously complement fried potatoes, meat dishes and salads. Harvesting is traditionally done in the fall, when vegetables are quite cheap.

Making a spicy dressing is not difficult at all. Take 2-3 horseradish roots and a kilogram fresh tomatoes. Pass through a meat grinder and add 15 cloves of garlic. To the resulting mass you need to add a tablespoon of sugar and 1-3 teaspoons of salt. Taste for yourself to determine if there is enough spice. The seasoning can be served immediately or stored for the winter.

How to collect and prepare for the winter

Horseradish is planted and harvested in the fall. The ideal time for planting is late August or early September. And the roots are collected after the first frost. Horseradish is a perennial plant. It is best to dig up those roots that are more than three years old. Young people are inferior to them in number nutrients, so it’s better for them to stay for reproduction.

The collected roots are not washed or dried in the sun. Immediately after assembly, they are moved to the basement, where they are covered with a layer of clean sand. If it is impossible to create such conditions, then it is better to grind and dry the root into powder or prepare another preparation so that it does not spoil.

Instead of a conclusion

Horseradish is a very useful plant. IN winter time it allows you to decorate any dish and will complement sauces and gravies. But even more important are the medicinal properties. Horseradish root is rich in vitamins and minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. By preparing it in the fall, you will provide yourself with natural vitamins until spring. Don't forget about contraindications. The burning root can cause exacerbation of chronic diseases. It is especially undesirable to eat it in case of serious gastrointestinal pathologies. If you really want something spicy, first consult your doctor.

In recent years, problems with male potency have become very common, even among men young. This leads to misunderstandings and disagreements in family life and makes normal healthy life men. But there are ways to cope with this problem without using expensive medical supplies. The benefits of horseradish for men have been known in Rus' for a long time.

The spicy, tasty roots are added as a seasoning to men’s favorite meat dishes, jellied meats, and when preserving vegetables because of their original taste and beneficial medicinal properties.

How is horseradish beneficial for the male body?

The root of this plant has a sharp original smell and invigorating taste, which is why it is added to food as a spice. It contains many vitamins, minerals and trace elements, and even the smell of the root can provide healing benefits colds.

Beneficial features for men, when using horseradish as an aphrodisiac, it has a beneficial effect on male reproductive functions. Regular consumption of it helps restore potency and increase sexual desire.

It is better to use this plant fresh for food and medicinal purposes.

Important! It is best to store this root in a basement or cellar with boxes of sand, or dried and crushed in closed glass jars.

In addition, this root has other medicinal properties:

has a diuretic effect;
the expectorant effect is used in the treatment of colds (bronchitis, tonsillitis);
used as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent;
How natural antibiotic helps in the treatment of flu and colds (treatment using a mixture of crushed root and honey);
helps in the treatment of inflamed joints, providing a warming and anti-inflammatory effect (rubbing);
increases immunity;
The burnt root is used in the treatment of non-healing and festering wounds and skin ulcers.

Recipes with horseradish for potency

Horseradish root as a remedy for potency and increasing erectile function is used in the form of a tincture made according to the following recipe.

Grind 0.5 kg of fresh roots twice through a meat grinder, put the mixture in a glass jar (3 liters) and add one and a half liters of boiled water, mix everything and close the lid. The mixture must be infused for 7 days.
After infusion, add 0.5 kg of liquid honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons) to the infusion. Next cycle infusion - 7 days.
When the infusion is ready, you can drink 1 tbsp. in 30 min. before meals twice a day. The infusion should be shaken well before each drink.

Attention! Horseradish exhibits medicinal properties only when fresh. But ready-made seasoning in jars, sold in stores, is completely useless for health improvement, and can only be used to improve and sharpen the taste of dishes.

Here are some more recipes on how to use horseradish for potency and to treat other diseases:

to improve potency: chop the root (8 tbsp) and fresh leaves walnut(2 tbsp), add another piece of basil leaf, pour boiling red wine all over the place (use only dry wine), leave for 2-3 hours, drink 100 ml 3 times. a day before meals;
another property of the magic spine- treatment premature loss hair for this Fresh Juice(dilute a little with water) should be rubbed into the skin in the bald area daily;
as a diuretic horseradish juice is used (be sure to dilute with water), drink 1 tsp. in the morning on an empty stomach;
for inflammation sciatic nerve (occurs in men who are fond of sedentary work) compresses consisting of horseradish crushed into a pulp will help;
Joint diseases are effectively treated with a similar gruel; compresses are applied for 10-15 minutes. on the sore area, then rinse everything off with water, you can additionally lubricate it with cream;
during treatment stomach diseases low acidity root is used to enhance production gastric juice and increased appetite.

For the pleasure of men who love spicy dishes, here are several recipes for dishes with the addition of horseradish or as a seasoning:

Delicious salad with boiled beets. Take 0.5 kg of coarsely grated beets, add 10 g of grated horseradish, sunflower oil(40 g) and vinegar (15 g). Everything is mixed. The salad is very tasty and healthy, and the beets also add their cleansing effect.
Traditional recipe with beet juice: squeeze juice from chopped raw beets (150-200 g in total), peel 300 g of horseradish roots, rinse and grind with a blender or grater. Place the crushed roots in a glass bowl and add beet juice, if the mass is too thick, add boiled water, then put salt (1 des.l.) and sugar (1 tbsp.), lemon juice (1 lemon). The finished mixture is stored in the refrigerator in closed jars.
Adjika with horseradish. Ingredients: 2.5 kg of ripe tomatoes, 0.5 kg of sweet pepper, 250 g of garlic, 250 g of horseradish roots, 250 g of bitter red pepper, 100 g of salt, 1 tbsp. vinegar (preferably apple or wine), 1 tbsp. Sahara. Grind everything through a meat grinder, put it into jars and store it in the refrigerator.

Contraindications and harm

Before you start treatment, or regularly eat horseradish, you need to find out what benefits and harms this plant can have.

Contraindications to the use of infusion and hot seasonings containing it are:

gastrointestinal diseases with high acidity,
inflammation of the kidneys or intestines;
allergic reactions;
pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Horseradish is sweeter than radish

Men, after reading an article about various tasty and therapeutic methods consumption of horseradish, they will immediately want to eat increased appetite start eating such a spicy and tasty “sweet” root.

If you think about the benefits of horseradish for the human body. It turns out that this spicy, beloved seasoning is a real medicine.

His healing properties must be taken into account by all connoisseurs healthy image life and natural medicine.

It is possible to use horseradish leaves and its root, but it is important to consider contraindications to such therapy.

Horseradish - description and composition

Horseradish is a plant of the Brassica family; its relatives are cabbage, lettuce, and mustard. It began to be used as a spicy seasoning for dishes hundreds of years ago, but was known to mankind as a medicine much earlier.

The plant can reach more than a meter in height. The main value of the plant is in the root: it is what is eaten everywhere.

The beneficial properties of horseradish root lie in its rich composition. Ascorbic acid the product contains 5 times more than citrus fruits. Other vitamins in the root include:

a nicotinic acid;
folic acid;
retinol;
carotene;
riboflavin;
thiamine;
pantothenic acid;
pyridoxine.

The minerals in the root include calcium, potassium, sodium, sulfur, iron, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and manganese. The beneficial properties of horseradish for the body are also due to the presence of biologically active substances, which are present both in the root and in the leaves of the plant. This:

phytoncides – natural antibiotics;
mustard oil and other essential oils;
resins;
lysozyme is a protein bactericidal substance;
enzyme myrosin;
glycosides (sinigrin and others);
isothiocyanates.

The product contains amino acids, fiber, starch, and nitrogenous substances. The benefits of horseradish for the human body are most evident in a fresh product without the addition of preservatives, so it is better to prepare the seasoning yourself. The calorie content of the product is 48 kcal.

Horseradish: benefits and harm

Medicinal properties horseradish and contraindications for use should be known to all supporters of therapy without extra pills. The plant has natural vitamins and antioxidants, and its regular consumption is great for strengthening the immune system.

The root vegetable stimulates the production of white blood cells, prevents body cells from mutating, and is strong antioxidant and prevents cancer. The beneficial properties of horseradish for men who smoke also include reducing the risk of getting lung carcinoma.

Moderate consumption of this spicy and aromatic seasoning activates the functioning of the stomach and intestines. It stimulates appetite, increases the production of gastric juice, and eliminates constipation.

The product acts as a natural antibiotic: treats cystitis and other diseases urinary tract. The anti-inflammatory effect is enhanced by the diuretic effect of the root vegetable. The plant is also useful for all infections of the respiratory system.

What else does horseradish treat, besides the problems described? It is good for the heart and blood vessels:

maintains normal blood pressure;
is the prevention of stroke, heart attack;
reduces cholesterol;
saturates the heart muscle with potassium.

The benefits of horseradish for women are great, but those who are on a diet need to be careful: after consuming the product, there is a risk of relapse due to increased appetite.

Horseradish during pregnancy helps to form nervous system fruit, makes it possible to reduce the amount of salt in the diet, but the spice should not be abused.

Contraindicated product for pancreatitis, ulcers, gastritis, lactation. With heavy consumption, there is a high risk of damage to the stomach and intestines.

Horseradish with honey for cough

Take the grated root and honey in equal proportions. Mix the mass well. Take a teaspoon three times a day until recovery.

Hair mask with horseradish

The mask is made against dandruff, hair loss, and to accelerate hair growth. Mix equal parts of grated root, dry red wine, sour cream, honey. Apply to hair and skin for half an hour, rinse well. Repeat 2 times/week.

Horseradish tincture for potency

The benefits of horseradish for men include increasing libido, optimizing erection and its duration. Pour a liter of vodka into a glass of grated root vegetables, add a glass of carrot and beet juice, and leave for a week in the refrigerator. Then add a glass of honey to the drink, drink a tablespoon before breakfast or dinner. The course is 21 days, you can repeat it in a month.

Horseradish leaves: beneficial properties and contraindications

In cooking, the leaf of the plant is used for preservation: it goes very well with pickled cucumbers and tomatoes.

The plant protects vegetables from mold and pathogenic fungi. The leaves can also be added to soups, and when dried and ground, they can be added to meat dishes.

The leaf contains phytoncides, which are considered natural antibiotics and destroy harmful microbes. Also, the beneficial properties of horseradish leaves are due to the presence of sulfur, copper, zinc, a huge amount of vitamin C, essential oils, other substances.

Horseradish leaves are used to prevent salt deposits - they prevent the accumulation of salts in the vertebral area, also relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and gently warm up a sore back.

Horseradish tincture with vodka, when taken regularly, helps regenerate intervertebral disc tissue and restores their structure.

Horseradish leaves act in a similar way for joint diseases - they remove inflammatory process, dissolve salt deposits, have proven themselves to be effective against arthrosis, arthritis, and gout.

The leaves of the plant have a beneficial effect on work digestive system, as they help produce enzymes and gastric juice.

Like horseradish root, its leaves are great for making infusions and gargling, oral cavity for sore throat, stomatitis.

Harm to the body they can cause exacerbation of gastritis with high acidity, ulcers, kidney pathologies.

Horseradish leaves for osteochondrosis

Collect young leaves (500 g), wash, pour 3 liters of boiling water. Leave for a day in the dark with a lid. Strain, pour into the bath, stay in warm water 30 minutes. The course of treatment is 7 sessions.

Horseradish leaves for freckles

Brew 2 tablespoons of chopped raw materials with 300 ml of boiling water, leave for 2 hours. Filter the infusion, wipe your face with it daily, store in the refrigerator for 4 days (no more).

Horseradish leaves for hepatitis

Fill a 0.5 liter jar with fresh clean leaves, pour vodka, keep in the refrigerator for 14 days. After straining, add the juice of 1 lemon, 3 tablespoons of honey, stir.

Drink a dessert spoon of tincture twice a day before meals until the product runs out.

Horseradish leaves for arthrosis

Scald the sheet with boiling water and let cool slightly. Bandage it to the sore joint, leave it overnight under a film or a warm scarf. Course – 10 sessions.

Here, for example, is a video recipe from leaves:

How to plant horseradish

The quality of the product depends on the soil on the site. Perfect option To cultivate the plant, place it on black earth or peaty soil, but clay and rocky soils are not suitable for it. Before planting the plant, it is important to dig up the soil and provide it with mineral fertilizer.

Planting horseradish in autumn or spring will be equally correct. 5-6 plants are planted per square meter. It is better to separate the bed with iron sheets so that the grass does not fill the entire garden.

The plant should be planted by selecting healthy, rot-free roots. Separate lateral cuttings (root cuttings) 15-30 cm long from the roots. Wipe the cuttings with burlap to remove extra buds on the sides (leave only a few buds at the top cut of the cutting).

Planting depth is 5 cm greater than the length of the cuttings. The mounting holes can be simply pierced reverse side shovels in well-loosened soil. Sprinkle the top of the holes with a small amount of soil and water moderately. When planted in autumn, the harvest will be ready the following year.

When to dig up horseradish

The medicinal properties of horseradish leaves can be appreciated already in spring and summer, when they are born. But the time when root digging occurs is late autumn (October).

It is advisable that the first light frosts have already arrived, when the root acquires even more beneficial properties. The main signal for the start of harvesting is yellowed, withered leaves.

It is better to collect roots that are 2-3 years old, but, if necessary, younger ones are also suitable. Old fruits are bitter, rough and fibrous.

In general, the root crop can even overwinter in the ground, so it is possible to collect it in early spring - before new green shoots appear. Dig out the root using a fork, then trim it so that 2 cm of leaf petioles remain.

How to peel horseradish quickly

The young roots of the plant can be easily and quickly cleaned using a hard metal dishwasher. Older roots with a strong peel are cleaned as follows:

pour water over the fruits for a day;
cut off the tops;
take a thin paring knife;
scrape off the skin as you would from a carrot.

You can also use a special vegetable peeler that cuts off a thin layer of peel. The easiest way to chop horseradish is to break it with a blender: this way you can cope with the task without tears.

Storing horseradish at home for the winter

To carry out horseradish treatment at home and prepare snacks from it in winter, you need to learn how to properly store the root vegetable.

An experienced vegetable grower will immediately say: the ideal way to store horseradish is to place it in a cellar (basement). Unwashed roots are sprinkled layer by layer with sand (layers - 3 cm each) and peat: in this form the product does not lose its qualities all winter.

Another option, in which the properties of the product are preserved - place it in the cellar in bags made of dense polyethylene. The roots are washed, dried well on paper, placed in bags, inflated and tied. This way they can lie quietly until April-May.

You can dry the roots for the winter. They are cut into thin strips, placed in an oven at 50 degrees or a dryer, kept there until dry, and ground into powder. In winter, you can simply dilute the powder with water 1:3, leave for an hour and eat.

How to store horseradish in the refrigerator

Before storing the product in the refrigerator, it is thoroughly washed, sorted, and dried. Pack raw materials in cling film, plastic bags. You can store the roots in the cold for 3-4 weeks, no more.

Is it possible to freeze horseradish for the winter? Yes, this product also keeps well in the freezer. The roots are peeled, washed, and dried on paper towels.

Next, they are passed through a meat grinder, crushed with a blender, and placed into bags in portions. You can cut the root vegetable into pieces. It is important to quickly freeze the product after grinding, and then its properties will remain for about a year.

Preparing horseradish for the winter at home

The most important nutritional property of this spicy-aromatic culture is its pungency, so you need to learn how to make delicious preparations with maximum preservation of taste.

In order for any recipe for preparing horseradish at home to be successful, you need to take only high-quality raw materials - juicy, strong roots from 2 cm thick without rot or damage.

There are many different ways preparations of this vegetable for the winter, but before each of them the roots need to be washed, soaked overnight in cold water(freshly dug roots are not soaked).

Recipes for using horseradish leaves in cooking usually come down to pickling and canning vegetables with the addition of this plant material.

Horseradish from tomato and horseradish with garlic (gorloder)

Tomatoes with horseradish and garlic for the winter are perhaps the most popular way to prepare spices. Products for classic recipe such:

tomatoes - kilogram;
root vegetable – 60 g;
garlic - head;
salt – 3 teaspoons;
sugar - a teaspoon.

Wash the tomatoes, horseradish, peel the raw materials and peel the garlic. Grind everything through a meat grinder, stir well, combine with sugar and salt. Transfer the snack into jars and store in the refrigerator.

Tomato and horseradish recipe for long-term storage it is better to do this:

peeled horseradish – 200 g;
tomatoes – 2 kg;
garlic – 200 g;
sugar, salt - a tablespoon;
vinegar 9% - 3 tablespoons;
vegetable oil – 0.5 cups.

Pass the tomatoes through a meat grinder, add sugar and salt, cook for 20 minutes. Pour vinegar, oil, garlic into the boiling mass, cook for another 5 minutes, add chopped root vegetables, immediately after boiling, remove from heat. Pour into jars and roll up.

Recipe for horseradish and beets for the winter

The ingredients for the dish are as follows:

beets - 200 g;
horseradish (root) – 400 g;
water – 100 ml;
vinegar 9%, sugar – a tablespoon;
salt - teaspoon.

The recipe for preparing horseradish with beets for the winter is as follows: horseradish, peel fresh beets, grind separately in a blender (twist in a meat grinder).

Combine pink and white mass, mix well. Add salt, vinegar, sugar, dilute the snack with water. Place in jars (sterile), close the lid, and roll up. Keep refrigerated.

How to make horseradish at home (recipe)

Products:

horseradish – 150 g;
lemon juice – 1 spoon;
salt, sugar - 2 g each.

The classic recipe for preparing horseradish is as follows: grate the root of the plant (with a blender), season with lemon juice and seasonings, and keep in the refrigerator for 3 hours.

Before serving, many people add sour cream to the horseradish to taste (approximately, a teaspoon of sour cream per tablespoon of horseradish).