Sea Buckthorn – Hippophae Rhamnoides L

Sea buckthorn now belong to the herbs and plants that are considered superfoods of the world. Reasonably, as the vitamin content, organic acids, minerals, essential oil and flavonoids outweigh the expectations of a herb.

The main effects of sea buckthorn are the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and strong anti-aging.
Its strong antioxidant action, combined with the strengthening of the immune system, significantly protects the organs from cancer cells. Sea buckthorn juice has a strong anti-cancer effect, while boosting the immune system helps the body to recover faster from strong chemotherapy.

The protection offered by sea buckthorn from strong radiation is important for all vital organs, as it repairs the tissues and cells. Consumption of both fruits and tincture protects the structure of our DNA.

The sea buckthorn contributes to the faster elimination of nicotine from the body, while protecting against the damage caused to the body by smoking. Its reinforcing effect improves physical and cerebral function.

External use of sea buckthorn is particularly beneficial for burns, eczema and skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. As a natural antimicrobial and anaplastic, the sea buckthorn helps in faster wound healing, while its oil has been used successfully to relieve joint pains.

At the mental and psychological level, the sea buckthorn offers toning, energy and well-being, fights stress and treats depression. It protects and strengthens the nervous system resulting in an important anxiolytic and mild sedative in cases of insomnia.

In relation to the cardiovascular system, the sea buckthorn significantly protects the heart by reducing bad cholesterol, triglycerides and blood sugar. It strengthens blood circulation, reducing hypertension and protecting vessels. An important role in the protective effect and the better functioning of the myocardium offered by the sea buckthorn play the flavonoids it contains.

The sea buckthorn also protects the liver, prevents liver diseases, regulates metabolism, while individual properties are preventative action against cataracts and other ocular diseases, the treatment and prevention of prostate hyperplasia and the overall protection of the reproductive system.

People with a sensitive digestive system will find many sea buckthorn actions useful as they face a variety of gastrointestinal problems such as Crohn’s disease, esophagitis and ulcerative colitis. It has preventative and therapeutic action on ulcers of the digestive system.

Consumption has no marked side effects. However, it is advisable not to exceed the recommended dosages and not to consume without the advice of a doctor during pregnancy and lactation. The three consecutive months of drinking are good to have a two-week break and then continue.

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