Compound:

Juniper contains active components:

• pinene ;
• cadinene ;
• borneol;
• cedrol ;
• resins;
• essential oil;
• malic, acetic, formic organic acids.

The diversity of the substances contained explains the multifaceted impact on humans. Active nutrients affect almost all organs and tissues of the body, normalize many physiological processes. Even walks through a juniper forest are considered therapeutic. The released phytoncides cure pathologies of the respiratory and nervous systems.

Medicines with juniper are prescribed for cystitis, laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis, gastroenteritis, urolithiasis, hepatopathy . Walks in the forest, aromatherapy help to cope with stress, nervous tension, insomnia. The diuretic property is used for edema. Rectal use normalizes metabolism, promoting weight loss, but at the same time increases appetite.

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The bush has a large number of medicinal properties. The beneficial properties of this juniper are that the plant:

• It has a diuretic effect on the body.
• Disinfects well.
• It has secretory properties.
• Increases appetite.
• It relieves pain.
• Promotes rapid healing of wounds.
• It has an expectorant effect.
• Distracting.
• Used when various types of inflammation.
• Purifies the blood.
• Has a bactericidal effect.
• It’s calming.

The healing properties of the plant’s cones are due to the fact that they contain useful essential oil. This oil contains a large number of useful substances and elements that are necessary for the human body.

The plant’s roots contain tannins and diterpene alcohols. In addition, the roots contain elements that can kill pathogenic bacteria and relieve inflammation. The plant’s coniferous needles have a bactericidal effect , so it is recommended not only to use it in the form of decoctions, but also to breathe in coniferous essential oils in natural conditions outdoors. Experts note that in one day a hectare of this plant can evaporate 30 kg of phytoncides.

Walking in the forest and aromatherapy help to cope with stress, nervous tension, and insomnia.

Source: https://vitaminki.guru/dlya-zdorovya/primenenie-mozhzhevelnika

Contraindications and harm to the body

Despite its health benefits, juniper has some contraindications.

Medicinal preparations from juniper are contraindicated for patients with reduced kidney function, nephritis , nephrosonephritis .

Not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant women may experience adverse effects, including allergies, catharsis when consumed in large doses. There may also be a risk of miscarriage.

People with allergic reactions to the components included in juniper.

It is best to take juniper-based medicinal products under the supervision of a physician.

Source: https://amrom.ru/mozhzhevelnik-lechebnye-svojstva-i-protivopokazanija/