Propolis for cough: milk with propolis and other recipes for children and adults
The content of the article:
- What is propolis and its benefits
- Contraindications to the treatment of cough with propolis
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Propolis based cough suppressant recipes
- Propolis milk cough recipe
- Alcohol tincture of propolis for cough
- Water infusion of propolis
- Cough propolis for adults
- Propolis ointment
- Video
The use of propolis for cough is an effective method of treatment that allows you to quickly get rid of the disease. It can be used in the treatment of both adults and children. The unique property of propolis is that it can be used in the treatment of both dry and wet coughs. Naturally, the application methods will be different in each case.
Propolis, or bee glue, is a unique natural substance with many medicinal properties
What is propolis and its benefits
Propolis (uzoi, bee glue) is a resinous substance from dark green to brown color, which is produced by bees to isolate foreign objects in the hive, disinfect honeycombs, and cover up cracks.
In spring, bees collect resinous substances from the buds of birch, alder, poplar and some other trees. Then they modify them with the help of special enzymes, as a result of which propolis is formed.
Like all beekeeping products, propolis contains many biologically active substances:
- low molecular weight cyclic substances (aldehydes, alcohols, polyphenols);
- fatty acid;
- essential and aromatic oils;
- pollen;
- trace elements (fluorine, tin, vanadium, titanium, strontium, silicon, selenium, chromium, aluminum, antimony, sulfur, phosphorus, cobalt, copper, manganese, zinc, iron, sodium, potassium, magnesium);
- vitamins (A, group B, ascorbic acid, tocopherols, rutin);
- amino acids, including essential ones;
- flavonoids;
- enzymes;
- natural antibiotic and antifungal substances (caffeic ester, pinocembrin).
Propolis has potent immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antioxidant and cardioprotective properties, which were documented in a 2013 scientific study at the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, University of Hong Kong.
The mechanism of the therapeutic action of propolis is as follows:
- destruction of pathogenic microflora;
- suppression of the activity of the inflammatory process;
- regeneration of the mucous membrane of the airways;
- increased general and local immunity;
- dilution of sputum and improvement of its expectoration.
Contraindications to the treatment of cough with propolis
Many people believe that since propolis is a natural substance, there are no contraindications to its use. But this is not the case. The fact is that all beekeeping products, including bee glue, have a strong effect on the human body and therefore their use has a number of contraindications:
- individual intolerance (allergy);
- allergic bronchitis;
- bronchial asthma;
- pancreatitis;
- diseases of the liver and biliary tract;
- urolithiasis disease;
- the presence of benign or malignant neoplasms.
Therefore, before you start using propolis for the treatment of a cold cough, you should consult your doctor.
Propolis based cough suppressant recipes
Propolis milk cough recipe
A tasty and healthy drink - milk with honey and propolis - allows you to get rid of such cold symptoms as dry cough and sore throat. It should be prepared immediately before use. Add 10-20 drops of propolis alcohol tincture and 1-2 teaspoons of honey to a glass of hot milk. The mixture is well stirred and drunk hot in small sips before bedtime.
Alcohol tincture of propolis for cough
Alcohol tincture can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared by yourself at home. To do this, grate 100 g of propolis and pour the resulting shavings with one liter of 70 ° alcohol. Insist in a dark and cool place for 15 days, shaking the container with the tincture several times a day. Strain and refrigerate.
Alcohol tincture is contraindicated in children under three years of age. From 3 to 12 years old, for the treatment of cough, they are usually prescribed 5-7 drops 3 times a day, and for adults - 10-15 drops one hour before meals.
You should use alcohol tincture of propolis after diluting the required number of drops in a small amount of warm boiled water. The course of treatment is 5-7 days.
Propolis tincture can also be used for inhalation. The indications for them are:
- smoker's cough;
- tracheitis;
- bronchitis, including obstructive;
- pneumoconiosis;
- tonsillitis;
- sinusitis.
First of all, you should prepare a solution for inhalation. To do this, take 20 ml of warm boiled water and add 1 ml of propolis alcohol tincture to it. Then 3 drops of the resulting mixture are poured into a nebulizer. Duration of inhalation is no more than 10 minutes. This is one of the best treatments for dry cough.
In the absence of a nebulizer, inhalation can be carried out in the old "grandmother's" way. Pour a liter of hot water into a small saucepan and add 5-6 drops of propolis alcohol tincture to it. Lean over her and cover with a towel. Vapors should be inhaled through the mouth for 5-10 minutes.
Alcohol tincture cannot be used to treat children under three years old
Water infusion of propolis
To prepare an aqueous extract of propolis, it is necessary to grind 100 g of propolis and place the shavings in a thermos. Pour a liter of boiling water and leave for 24 hours. Strain.
If the child is less than three years old, the use of propolis water infusion is not recommended. Children from 3 to 12 years old are allowed to drink 1 tablespoon 3 times a day, and adults 2 tablespoons 4-5 times a day.
Aqueous infusion of propolis can be taken either in pure form or by first diluting it in a small amount of boiled water, fruit juice, decoction of medicinal herbs or warm milk. The course of treatment is 7-10 days.
According to reviews, an aqueous extract of propolis is an effective antitussive agent that eliminates sore throat, softens cough, and improves sputum discharge.
In the case when the cough is caused by pharyngitis, an aqueous extract of propolis should be taken not only internally, but also for gargling. Dissolve 3-4 tablespoons of propolis infusion in a glass of warm water, gargle 3-4 times a day immediately after meals. After rinsing, you should refrain from eating and drinking for 20-30 minutes.
Cough propolis for adults
Dry cough with colds in adults can also be treated with propolis lozenges. Preparing them is quite simple. To do this, apply 5-6 drops of propolis alcohol tincture to a piece of refined sugar. Then this piece is kept under the tongue until it is completely absorbed. The antitussive effect of this remedy appears almost instantly. However, children should never be given such "lollipops"!
Propolis ointment
To prepare the ointment, you will need 15 g of propolis and 120 g of unsalted butter. Propolis is wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in a refrigerator freezer for 2-3 hours. After it hardens well, rub it on the finest grater. In a water bath, melt the butter and add propolis shavings to it. Continue heating this mixture until it becomes homogeneous (about 20 minutes). The finished ointment should be cooled and stored in a tightly closed container in the refrigerator.
Propolis ointment is easy to make at home
Warm a small amount of ointment and rub the chest with it. Wear a woolen jacket or cover yourself with a warm blanket. Such compresses can be done not only for adults, but also for children, even infants. The only contraindication to them is the presence of an allergic reaction to bee products.
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Elena Minkina Doctor anesthesiologist-resuscitator About the author
Education: graduated from the Tashkent State Medical Institute, specializing in general medicine in 1991. Repeatedly passed refresher courses.
Work experience: anesthesiologist-resuscitator of the city maternity complex, resuscitator of the hemodialysis department.
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