Zhivitsa is a resin that appears during an injury to the bark of coniferous plants. It is extracted from pine, cedar, and fir, growing in Siberia or the Altai Territory. Cedar gum is used not only in the chemical industry, but in traditional and alternative medicine, in the beauty industry. Natural raw materials have a number of useful properties, which will be discussed in the article.

Composition of cedar resin and what is it

The natural raw materials of their conifers are harvested using cuts and sections on the bark of the tree, where the resin begins to ooze, which later thickens - as the volatile oils evaporate. Its shade varies from light to dark brown.

Important! In the process of industrial processing, rosin, turpentine (turpentine) and other valuable products are obtained from the resin.

It is unique in its composition, in which there are many therapeutic components:

• resin acids (lambertianic, succinic) and their esters;
• fatty acids (oleic, stearic);
• alcohols and monoterpenes (limonene);
• vitamins: ascorbic acid, D.

Cedar extract is made from the bark of a coniferous plant. Such a natural drug is used for spring vitamin deficiency, respiratory diseases (bronchitis, asthma). The tool helps to cope with pain with radiculitis and rheumatism.From the coniferous extract create drugs that improve the functioning of the thyroid gland, normalize the level of hormones. The hood is obtained by cold pressing. Often it is used in combination with other plant extracts.

Useful and healing properties

Cedar resin has pronounced properties, namely:

• wound healing;
• antiseptic;
• anti-inflammatory.

It is present in the treatment of gout and arthritis, has a positive effect on metabolism and blood circulation. Resin increases the resistance of the immune system and the body as a whole. With its help, you can fight viruses and bacteria. In addition to medicine, gum is valued in the beauty industry.

Did you know? Previously, the fire that occurs during the burning of the cedar bark was considered sacred, and it was used by shamans to conduct their rituals.

Prepared at home decoction, you can wipe the problem skin. This will help remove redness on the face. Many cosmetic brands include natural gum ingredients. With their addition, soap, shampoos and other body care products, such as creams, are produced.

For the female and male body

The action of cedar resin favorably affects the work of the digestive tract. It helps to restore the balance of microflora, helps to improve the functioning of the liver and pancreas. Antiseptic and wound healing features are manifested in the healing of stomach ulcers. Due to the acceleration of metabolism, the resin helps in the fight against overweight. Natural raw materials effectively fight respiratory diseases, such as bronchitis and pneumonia, relieve tuberculosis. Ointments are able to treat acne, psoriasis, herpes.In addition, they eliminate joint pain, for example, with a hernia in the spine. The use of infusions helps to eliminate irritability and insomnia. Turpentine balm relieves toothache. To do this, apply a few drops to cotton wool and apply to the affected area near the tooth for 20 minutes. For men, the use of resin is an effective method to get rid of prostatitis and impotence. The benefit for the female body is in the treatment of diseases of the reproductive system, in the normalization of lactation during breastfeeding.

For children

It is also useful for children to consume resin, but you need to take it carefully. It is better to avoid treating the child (up to 5 years old) with resin inward so as not to harm the fragile digestive system. To eliminate the cough, rubbing the chest with a turpentine balm can be done. It should also be smeared with acne and minor wounds.

Did you know? In dishes made of cedar wood, dairy products are stored longer than in other containers.

The use of cedar resin

The most popular drug for many diseases is terpentine balm. You can buy it at a pharmacy or make it yourself at home. For internal use, a concentration of 5% –10% is suitable; for external use, a concentration of 20% –50%. To prepare a 10% balm, you need 200 ml of vegetable oil and 25 g of resin. The resin is dissolved in oil in a water bath. Stirring, the mixture is brought to a homogeneous consistency.

When the substance has acquired the desired texture, it must be cooled. Balm is used for digestive diseases, dermatitis. It can be used for cosmetic purposes as a face mask. Cedar resin with honey treats colds well. The recipe is simple: ointment for external use consists of gum and honey in equal amounts (for internal –1/9). The ingredients are heated in a water bath and mixed until smooth.The drug is drunk on an empty stomach, 1 tsp. To prepare the tincture, you need to take 100 g of resin and 0.5 l of alcohol. It is acceptable to use vodka. Zhivitsa should be placed in a glass container, and pour alcohol. Insist in a dark place for 2 weeks. Tincture can rub sick joints to get rid of pain.

How to use the resin of Siberian cedar

Siberian gum fights infections of the urinary tract, inflammatory processes of the kidneys, nasopharynx, and skin. It cleanses the blood, tones blood vessels and is part of many drugs. On its basis, ointments, balms, creams and tinctures are made. Often used for tissue regeneration during cuts or other injuries.

Factors that indicate the need for regular use of resin Siberian cedar:

• living in adverse (urban) conditions;
• work related to stress and mental stress;
• ophthalmic diseases;
• obesity;
• weak immunity.

What helps Altai resin

Zhivitsa Altai is used to eliminate dental diseases (periodontal disease and caries). Resin-based drugs accelerate the body's metabolic processes and improve blood flow to the brain. Raw materials are combined with propolis, linseed oil and other plant components, enriching the formula with vitamins and minerals.

What treats cedar resin in oil with propolis

Cedar resin in combination with propolis can be prepared independently. For this, it is necessary that the oil in the composition be 60%, gum - 30%, and propolis only 10%. Ingredients are calculated based on this proportion.

Important! Before using drugs with gum, you need to discuss this with your doctor.

To prepare the product, you need to mix all the ingredients and heat over low heat, stirring until smooth. Before use, the mass must be cooled. Propolis resin actively fights viruses. The product regulates blood pressure thanks to the fatty acids in the composition. Most often used for the prevention and treatment of acute respiratory viral infections, to maintain immunity.

Contraindications

Contraindications to use are pregnancy and an individual allergic reaction to the constituent components. To avoid harm to the body, it is worth abandoning the use of resin-based preparations for small children, people with gastritis and increased gastrointestinal acidity. For people who have kidney problems, internal use is contraindicated.

How to collect and cook cedar gum

You can collect the resin yourself by tapping. During the growing season, cuts and logs are made on the cedar. Gather resin when it hardens. Before preparing infusions and balms, gum must be ground. Resin particles should not be more than 5 mm.

How to store cedar gum in the home

Cedar resin for a long time does not lose its healing properties. Keep the product in a dark place, protected from children. The temperature at which the shelf life of the raw material is unlimited, from -5 ° C to -25 ° C. Balms and ointments “on the resin” can last as long as the shelf life of the oil taken for cooking. On sunflower refined oil - the shelf life is not more than a year, and on unrefined oil - 3 months.

Cedar gum is a product of natural origin, which is widely used in medicine and cosmetology. When using funds with resin, you must adhere to the indicated dosages. Only with proper use will a natural remedy improve health.