Do you have a cold or do you have a family member with the flu? In FMDOS We are going to tell you which is the perfect medicinal plant to try to combat this discomfort.
According to a study carried out by the Institute of Public Health (ISP), this week a maximum of 1,141 infected people were registered, an alarming figure when compared to the same date last year, when the figure was 676, that is, 72% more.
And it is precisely for this reason that every help is necessary to try to relieve the cold. Of course, you should know that if the symptoms do not decrease after its infusion, you should go to your family doctor.
This is the perfect medicinal plant to combat the cold
We are talking about elder, a very effective medicinal herb for treating cold symptoms. Below, we leave you more information about four of its benefits.
Benefits and properties of elderberry
- Has antiviral properties: He elder It has antiviral compounds that can help fight the cold virus, reducing the duration and severity of symptoms.
- Can strengthen the immune system: The fruits of elder They are rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids. They can also strengthen the immune system and help the body fight infections.
- Relieves congestion: He elder can help you reduce airway inflammation and relieve the nasal congestionwhich makes breathing easier.
- Anti-inflammatory properties: The compounds of this medicinal plant have anti-inflammatory effects that can help relieve sore throat and mucosal inflammation.
Elderberry infusion: how to prepare
If what you are looking for is to quickly improve your cold, you can prepare an infusion using the dried elderflowers.
To do this, you must add a tablespoon of dried flowers to a cup of hot water, let it sit for 10-15 minutes, strain and drink.
