Tea from cherry twigs: beneficial properties and harm

Chemical composition of cherry branches

The healing power of cherry twigs lies in their balanced composition, which is represented by:

• vitamins: group B, ascorbic acid, A, E and PP;
• organic and inorganic acids;
• pectin;
• starch;
• phytoncides;
• tannins.

Mineral composition: Fe, Mg, K, P, Ca, Na, Zn.

Did you know? Among fruit trees, cherry is considered a long-liver. Today, the cherry tree that grows in Britain is about 150 years old. At the same time, the tree has quite impressive dimensions, reaches a height of 13 m and bears fruit abundantly every year.

In addition, it contains glycosides, flavonoids, and catechins. Such a unique, harmoniously balanced composition allows the use of plant branches as a natural remedy to saturate the body with vitamins and minerals.

The healing properties of cherry branches for the body

Cherry twigs are a unique supplier of active biological components, micro- and macroelements necessary for normal human life.

• They have high healing properties that have a beneficial effect on all systems of the human body:
• activate immune processes, strengthen the immune system, increase the body's resistance to viruses and infections;
• prevent the development of vitamin deficiency;
• serve as a prevention of premature aging;
• cleanse the kidneys and help normalize liver function;
• stabilize blood pressure;
• strengthen the walls of blood vessels, making them stronger and more elastic;
• have a diuretic effect;
• normalize the functioning of the digestive tract and gastrointestinal tract;
• accelerate metabolic processes;
• fight various inflammations, in particular arthritis, gout;
• serve as a safe disinfectant for the oral cavity and pharynx;
• tone, restore vitality, allow you to quickly recover after physical activity.

Cherry branches, from which tea or infusion is made, help with colds, flu, and inflammation of the respiratory tract. They tend to quickly introduce excess fluid, which helps cleanse the body, reduce swelling and lose extra pounds. It is very useful for expectant mothers to use the product, as it is an excellent supplier of folic acid, which is required for the proper development of the baby’s nervous system.

For women, regular consumption of the drink makes it possible to normalize the menstrual cycle, eliminate uterine bleeding, and improve the functioning of the reproductive system. For children over 12 years of age, the decoction is given for colds and flu. It has a slight antipyretic effect, increases the body's resistance to various viruses and infections, helps to quickly overcome illness and restore strength.

Important! The branches contain unique substances that can inhibit the growth and development of benign tumors.

Useful properties of cherries

Cherry (Latin name Prunus cerasus) is a tree, less commonly a shrub, belonging to the Rosaceae family and belonging to the Plum genus. The plant can reach a height of 10 m. Its leaves have the shape of an ellipse up to 80 mm long, pointed at the tip, and are dark green on the outside and lighter on the inside. Attached to a short petiole.

Did you know? Cherries, like plums, in the form in which everyone knows them, are products of hybridization; these trees do not exist in the wild. Most likely, cherry occurred as a result of crossing sweet cherry and bush cherry, while plum is a hybrid of cherry plum and sloe.

In mid-spring, the tree is covered with abundant white flowers, collected in umbels of 2-3 pieces. Each flower has 5 sepals and petals, one pistil and 15–20 stamens. Fruiting can occur from late May to mid-July; the fruit is a round dark red drupe up to 10 mm in diameter with a characteristic aroma and sour taste.

Cherry is a universal plant, its rich composition allows you to expand the range of its use: in addition to cooking, it is actively used in dietetics, cosmetology and folk medicine

• The beneficial properties of the fruit tree have been known to mankind for a long time, but after studying the chemical composition of the plant, they found their scientifically proven confirmation. In particular, when used skillfully, the various parts of this fruit tree:
• have an antioxidant effect (they bind and remove products of incomplete redox reactions from the body, as a result, premature aging is prevented);
• strengthen the walls of blood vessels;
• improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, have a fastening effect;
• stimulate immune defense mechanisms, which allows the body to quickly overcome various respiratory diseases;
• have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, diuretic effects;
• reduce blood pressure;
• have an antipyretic effect;
• improve brain function, tone up, relieve fatigue and improve mood, relieve depression, strengthen the nervous system;
• have a beneficial effect on the respiratory system, have an expectorant effect, and have an antiseptic effect on the gums and throat;
• prevent the development of pathological changes in joints;
• prevent the appearance of neoplasms of various nature;
• enrich the body with vitamins and minerals (the composition of fruit tree branches is especially useful for pregnant women and nursing mothers);
• stimulate the functioning of the kidneys and bladder;
• have a healing and astringent effect.

Rules for brewing tea from cherry twigs

In order for the cherry drink to bring maximum health benefits, it must be prepared correctly. The brewing process is quite simple, however, it requires some nuances. Quite often, people use the classic recipe for making tea, for which they use only water and cherry raw materials.

4-5 cherry branches are broken into small pieces of 1 cm, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. After this, the drink is left to infuse for several hours. It should acquire a rich, red-brown color and a wonderful smell with delicate notes of almond. It is useful to add a little honey or cinnamon to this drink, which will add sweetness and a pleasant aroma.

Important! You should not mix cherry twigs with other herbs, since medicinal plants can neutralize each other’s medicinal properties.

For the fair sex, connoisseurs recommend drinking tea, which is prepared as follows: 20 branches are poured into 2 liters of cold water, boiled for 5 minutes, then infused for another 60 minutes.

This drink allows you to get rid of several extra pounds, has a beneficial effect on a woman’s reproductive organs, and also prevents and stops the development of fibroids. The raw material can be brewed up to three times, after which it loses its beneficial properties.

Features of drinking tea

Tea made from cherry branches is an excellent remedy for the treatment and prevention of ailments.

However, for each disease there are special drink consumption rates:

1. For fibroids and endometriosis . It is recommended to drink the drink no more than three times a day, one cup.
2. For joint inflammation. If there are inflammatory processes in the joints or arthritis, you should drink ¼ cup of the decoction daily, no more than 4 times a day.
3. For diabetes . To normalize blood sugar levels and improve the condition of diabetes mellitus, you need to drink 1 glass of tea up to 5 times a day for 10 days.
4. For bleeding in the uterus . Since the drink has an anti-inflammatory effect and has a beneficial effect on hematopoiesis, it is recommended for use in cases of uterine bleeding. If you are ill, drink it three times a day, one glass at a time, for two days.

Important! When drinking a drink made from cherry twigs, it is better to use a smaller portion than exceed it, since an overdose can negatively affect the condition of the body.

Other uses of cherry branches

Cherry twigs are successfully used not only for preparing an aromatic and fortified drink, but also in cosmetology and folk healing.

In medicine

Traditional medicine offers a large number of recipes based on raw materials from cherry branches.

Before using products prepared from cherry twigs for medicinal purposes, you should consult with an experienced doctor.

In particular, decoctions, teas and infusions are taken orally for therapy:

• hypertension to normalize blood pressure;
• heart and kidney diseases that cause swelling;
• colds, as an antipyretic and anti-inflammatory agent;
• uterine fibroids and uterine bleeding;
• acute diarrhea and intestinal atony;
• inflammatory processes in joints;
• arthritis and arthrosis.

An infusion of raw materials serves as an excellent general strengthening agent, which increases the body’s protective functions, strengthens the immune system, and prevents the development of vitamin deficiency.

Find out in more detail how cherries are beneficial for a woman’s body.

Vaginal douching is also practiced using a weakly concentrated infusion of cherry twigs. It allows you to relieve inflammatory processes and stop the proliferation of pathogenic organisms.

The decoction is used to rinse the mouth for stomatitis and thrush, to strengthen the gums, and eliminate bleeding.

Video: Cherry twigs in folk medicine

In cosmetology

Cherry decoctions and infusions are no less successful in cosmetology.

Due to the high content of ascorbic acid, vitamins A and E, products based on cherry branches are excellent for eliminating many cosmetic defects:

• tighten the epidermis, make it more elastic and firm, have a lifting effect;
• tone the skin;
• make the facial relief denser;
• relieve inflammation, acne, redness, irritation;
• eliminate oily skin, help normalize water balance;
• reduce expression wrinkles.

It is useful to rinse your hair after washing with a decoction or infusion of cherry raw materials. This procedure gives the hair tenderness, softness, and gives it unsurpassed shine and silkiness. Also, tea prepared from twigs is frozen, and ice is used in the morning to tone and elasticize the skin.

Find out also about the benefits and harms of cherry leaf tea.

Application of cherry stems

When picking cherries from trees and then sorting them, the stalks are often thrown away. It's not fair. In folk medicine, the stalks are used to treat certain diseases.

For the treatment of cholelithiasis and urolithiasis, an infusion of the stalks is prepared. 2 tsp. raw materials are poured into a glass of boiling water. The mixture needs to steep for about 8-10 hours. It relieves swelling of renal and cardiac origin, promotes the removal of sand without pain.

It is recommended to take a decoction of the stalks for painful menstruation and frequent nosebleeds. The astringent effect of the decoction is useful for diseases of the oral cavity, stomatitis, and inflammation of the gums. Usually prescribed 1/4 cup four times a day.

Procurement and storage of raw materials

To make a healing drink from cherry branches, you must first of all stock up on high-quality raw materials. Select thin young branches, about 10 cm long, which are carefully cut with a sharp, disinfected knife or pruning shears.

The chopped raw materials should be thoroughly washed and dried in a well-ventilated area, after hanging them on a rope in neat bouquets of 10-15 pieces.

It is recommended to collect twigs in the last weeks of April, that is, during the period of swelling of the buds on the tree.

When the branches are thoroughly dry, they are placed in paper bags and stored in a cool, dry room, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Properly prepared raw materials can be used for preparing decoctions, teas and infusions for one year.

Collection (procurement) of raw materials

Young branches are cut in the spring, before the buds open. Use a sharp knife. It is advisable to select an ungrafted tree. Shoots are separated up to 10 cm long.

The raw materials are rinsed in clean water. Place on a fabric that absorbs excess moisture well. Then they are laid out in a thin layer under a canopy. You can tie them in bunches of an average of 12-15 pieces and hang them on a rope in a well-ventilated room.

For better preservation, dried raw materials are placed in paper bags, which should be kept for no longer than two years in a dry utility room or closet.

To treat the thyroid gland, bark collected from old, completely dried cherries is recommended.

The raw materials must be free of moss, white coating, and any traces of damage from pests or diseases.

Cherry twigs and medicinal bark act as raw materials for preparing a variety of medicinal varieties at home.

Possessing a diverse range of healing qualities, cherry tea is prepared according to simple, proven recipes.

When preparing, follow the following sequence of actions:

1. Pour 500 milliliters of water into an enamel pan.
2. Bring to a boil and add five cherry branches, broken into pieces about 10 mm long.
3. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
4. Then, without straining, pour the mixture into a teapot, cover with a lid and leave for half an hour. High-quality infused tea acquires a rich color.
5. It is filtered before use.

You can repeat steaming the shoots twice more, but the boiling time for each subsequent procedure is extended by five minutes. Used raw materials are thrown away.

It is recommended to drink no more than three glasses of healing tea per day, adding a small amount of cinnamon or honey if desired.

The product helps treat colds, saturates the body with energy, rejuvenates, and removes excess fluid. Allows you to quickly cope with diarrhea.

If uterine bleeding is diagnosed, then drink 250 ml of tea every 8 hours for two days. The drink helps well during therapeutic measures aimed at relieving pain due to arthritis and rheumatism.

You can adopt another method of preparing tea based on cherry twigs:

1. Place 20 cherry branches in a pan, the length of which is on average 10 cm. If necessary, they can be broken into smaller fragments.
2. Add cold water - 2 liters.
3. After boiling, cook the mixture for 5 minutes.
4. Remove the container from the stove.
5. Wrap thoroughly in a woolen scarf or blanket.
6. Keep in a warm place for 30 minutes.

Drink three cups of tea rich in beneficial elements a day, sweetening with honey if necessary. The sprigs can also be brewed again two more times.

Such remedies are beneficial for reduced blood clotting. Helps stop nosebleeds. During the spring and winter, it is recommended to drink this drink to maintain immunity. Helps well with fibroids. Used for the purpose of losing weight.

Contraindications and possible harm

Since tea made from cherry twigs is characterized as a medicinal product, it has a number of contraindications.

• You should stop using the product if:
• gastritis or peptic ulcer;
• any ailments of internal organs in the acute stage;
• increased levels of stomach acidity;
• children under three years of age.

Children over 3 years of age, pregnant women and women during lactation, and people prone to allergic reactions should consume drinks with caution. Individual intolerance to the product is also possible.

Did you know? In ancient times, cherry berries and tea from the leaves of the plant were used to treat epilepsy. Such cherry therapy made it possible to prevent the occurrence of attacks or reduce their frequency and intensity.

Cherry twigs have been used as a remedy since ancient times. It has a tonic, rejuvenating, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antipyretic effect, due to which it is successfully used to treat various ailments. However, before using the product, you should carefully study the contraindications and be sure to consult a doctor.

Negative consequences of taking folk remedies

As is often the case, the cherry tea in question is not all about benefits. There are many contraindications that cannot be ignored:

• Diabetes disease.
• Diseases of the digestive system : peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, gastritis. Tea causes unwanted irritation to the mucous membrane of the digestive system.
• Increased acidity . Excessive consumption of any product often leads to negative consequences. In the case of cherry drink, an overdose leads to heartburn.
• If you are prone to constipation : thanks to tannins, cherry twig tea is able to fix stool.
• Individual intolerance to the components of the drink.

The reason for a number of restrictions is explained by the fact that the decoction on the twigs increases acidity and glucose levels. In addition, from the huge list of foods and drinks that cause allergic reactions, the tea in question is no exception.

Despite the fact that it is recommended during pregnancy, some doctors are confident in the opposite, since the drink has contraindications that can affect the development of the unborn child. In such cases, prior consultation with a doctor is required.