Naturu – Horseradish elixir

Description

What does the medicinal plant look like and where is it found?

Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) is a medicinal plant with a conspicuous root that grows up to 1.5 meters high.
The plant has an upright stem, which is hollow on the inside, and has basal, elongated to elliptical leaves as well as smaller leaves on the stem.
There are numerous white flowers in clusters in the upper part of the plant.
The fruit is a small, spherical pod.
Horseradish originally comes from the Volga-Danube region and is now cultivated in temperate areas of Europe.

Which plant parts and ingredients are used?

The active ingredients of horseradish are found in the root, which contains up to 0.3 percent glucosinolates, including gluconasturtiin and sinigrin.
The root also contains flavonoids such as quercetin as well as vitamins C, B1 and B2 and minerals.
It is also rich in enzymes that can help detoxify the body and improve digestion.
The glucosinolates, also known as mustard oil glycosides, are secondary plant substances.
When horseradish is chopped, the plant enzyme myrosinase can break down the glucosinolates into mustard oils.
These pungent substances have an antibacterial effect and can help with infections in the body, especially bladder infections and colds

Properties

One of the most important properties of horseradish is its anti-inflammatory effect.
It can help to reduce inflammation in the body and strengthen the immune system.
Horseradish can also help to stimulate the metabolism and improve blood circulation.
Another important property of horseradish is its antibacterial effect.
It can help fight bacteria in the body and thus prevent colds and flu.
Horseradish can also help to alleviate respiratory complaints and support respiratory health.

Ingestion

In the form of horseradish elixir, you can easily benefit from the health advantages of horseradish – because it is easy to take: Just add a few drops ( recommended intake is up to 2 times 20 drops per day) to water and you’re good to go!
It has a pleasant, fairly neutral taste and is also suitable for people who don’t like horseradish, as it contains only the healthy ingredients and no pungent flavors.