An excellent remedy for the treatment and prevention of colds and not only diseases is turnip with honey, whose healing properties are caused by a unique chemical composition.
Honey and turnips even separately from each other do an excellent job of strengthening and treating the body, and if you combine these two products in one dish, then the effectiveness of the positive impact will increase by several times.
The article will consider the beneficial properties of turnips and honey, as well as we will study the recipes for preparing decoctions for the treatment of various ailments.
Chemical composition
Calorie and BJU (per 100 g.):
- Calories - 59.1 kcal;
- proteins - 1.8 g;
- fats - 1.8 g;
- carbohydrates - 8.9 g
Vitamins:
- B vitamins;
- vitamins A, PP;
- alpha carotene;
- beta carotene;
- Cryptoxanthin beta;
- lutein + zeaxanthin;
- niacin.
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Useful properties and harm
Turnip and honey have expectorant, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, the combination of these products has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and relieves insomnia, prevents constipation and improves bowel function. Turnip with honey perfectly strengthens the immune system and due to the presence of vitamins of group B slows down the aging process. Also, this delicacy is often recommended for pregnant women due to the content of such trace elements as manganese, iodine, phosphorus and copper.
Before use during pregnancy, it is necessary to consult with your doctor.Vitamin C is involved in redox reactions, the functioning of the immune system, promotes the absorption of iron. Components of turnips (vitamin PP and succinic acid) are used in complex therapy for chronic infection of the body, metabolic disorders, immune system dysfunction, prolonged fevers, anorexia, etc.
In addition, the root itself contains a special element - glucoraphanin, which is a natural antioxidant that prevents the formation of cancer cells. Turnip can cause harm in the diagnosed disease of glomerulonephritis and after a heart attack, so it is not recommended to use it in such cases.
Indications and contraindications
Turnip with honey is probably the best remedy for vitamin deficiency, and is almost indispensable in the flu season and colds. It has long been known that this is the best cough medicine. It is also an excellent remedy for insomnia and high pressure. Very often, turnips with honey are recommended to be used for constipation and congestion in the intestines. It should not be used for diabetes, increased acidity of the stomach, colitis, ulcers and pancreatitis. Do not forget that turnips and especially honey are strong allergens.
Important! If there is a predisposition to allergies, turnips with honey in small doses and constantly monitor the reaction of the body. If you have an allergic reaction, you must immediately eliminate this dish from the diet. If you are definitely suffering from allergies to bee products - this drug is extremely contraindicated to you!
Turnip black, yellow or white: what grade to choose?
There are several varieties of turnip (black, white, yellow and even pink). Different varieties are slightly different from each other in their chemical composition and therefore have a different impact on the human body. For the preparation of turnips with honey, you need to use exactly the variety, vitamins and mineral substances which are most needed.
- Black turnip improves metabolism, strengthens the immune system, promotes good digestion and removes fluid from the body. It is a natural antibiotic.
- White and yellow turnips also have their healing properties. The uniqueness of these varieties is low calorie and high nutritional value. The composition of white and yellow turnips helps to improve the work of the stomach and intestines, the removal of toxins and even sand from the kidneys. Sulfur contained in them perfectly cleanses the blood.
- Pink radish is also very useful for the human body. It contains a large number of various trace elements, volatile production, essential oils and amino acids.
Recipes
Before giving a turnip with honey to a child, it is necessary to consult with the local pediatrician.
From cough
Preparing a cough medicine is the case when it is desirable to use black turnips. A decoction of this root with honey softens the cough, makes the sputum less viscous and removes it from the lungs.
Ingredients:
- turnip - 1 large or several medium;
- honey - the exact amount will be found in the cooking process.
Cooking:
- Turnips should be thoroughly washed under running water and peeled.
- Then grind on a coarse grater and squeeze the juice out of the resulting mass through sterile gauze.
- Next, you need to pour it into a glass using a tablespoon to know exactly how many spoons of juice turned out. This will help to correctly calculate the amount of honey, which must be added to the juice in a ratio of 3 to 1 (for 3 tablespoons of juice, 1 spoon of honey).
- After that, you should mix the ingredients and bring to a boil over low heat or water bath.
It remains only to cool the broth.
Application:
Take a tablespoon four times a day.
From insomnia
When insomnia and nervous overvoltage perfectly helps honey decoction with turnips.
Ingredients:
- turnip - 1 pc;
- honey - 2 tbsp;
- warm water - 1 l.
Cooking:
- The first step is to pour the honey with warm water and mix thoroughly.
- Turnips should be ground in a blender or through a meat grinder and pour it with water and honey.
- Then you need to bring to a boil and cook for 20-30 minutes on low heat.
- The resulting broth is filtered through cheesecloth or a fine sieve.
Application:
Drink should be divided into 3 servings and drink it throughout the day, 30-40 minutes before meals.
From high pressure
For hypertension, it is recommended to include black turnip juice with honey in your diet.
Ingredients:
- turnip juice - 1 cup;
- honey - 200 g
Cooking:
To prepare such a natural medicine you just need to mix the turnip juice with honey and mix thoroughly.
Application:
Take 1 teaspoon, 3 times a day, 30-40 minutes before meals.
From avitaminosis
There is a classic recipe for making turnips with honey. The delicacy prepared in such a way will perfectly cope with the problem of beriberi.
Ingredients:
- turnip medium size - 1 pc;
- honey - a few tablespoons 9 the exact amount will be clarified in the cooking process).
Cooking:
- It is necessary to take a turnip, cut off the spine and part of the base from it and remove the flesh from inside to make a kind of cup.
- Honey is poured into this cup, it should take about two thirds - you need to leave room for juice, which will highlight the turnip.
- The back with the base, which were cut off previously used as a cover.
- It is necessary to close and leave to brew for 4-5 hours. During this time, turnip will give juice, which is mixed with honey, and in the end you get a great medicine.
Application:
Take 3-4 times a day for 1 teaspoon.
Intestinal cleansing
Ingredients:
- turnip - 100 g;
- honey - by
Cooking:
- You need to take the right amount of turnip, chop it and squeeze the juice out of it.
- Add fresh honey to it and mix.
Application:
You need to take this drug during the week, 1 time per day, in the morning and on an empty stomach.
Important! Do not rely only on traditional medicine! Be sure to pass the scheduled checks and medical examinations by doctors.
The human body - requires a serious and proper attitude. Even Before using a well-known folk remedy, it is advisable to consult a specialist.. Self-medicating is very dangerous and can lead to irreparable consequences.
Turnip - originally Russian vegetable. This root vegetable is popular in Russia since the days of serfdom. And for good reason. In the past, when there were no such number of pharmacies that provide a huge amount of drugs for every taste, color and any diseases, turnips were, perhaps, one of the few ways to support the body, protect and treat it from various diseases. And now, instead of drinking purchased vitamins and pills, it is better to prepare a natural, extremely tasty and useful medicine that can be taken by adults and children.