Alteia is a medicinal plant, also known as white mallow, marsh mallow, malvaísco or malvarisco, popularly used for the treatment of respiratory diseases, as it has expectorant properties and serves to improve the symptoms of sore throat, helping to relieve cough, for example. See more about other home remedies for sore throat.
This plant can be found in several regions of Brazil, it has light pink flowers, from July to August, it has the scientific name of Althaea officinalis and can be purchased in health food stores, drugstores and open markets. In addition, it can be used by adults and children over 3 years, and should not be replaced by conventional treatment indicated by a doctor.
What is it for
The alteia plant is used in some situations because, popularly, they have the following properties:
- Soothing; Anti-inflammatory, for containing flavonoids; Antitussive, that is, relieves cough; Antibiotic, fighting infections; Strengthens the immune system; Hypoglycemic, means that it reduces blood sugar levels.
This plant is also used to help in the healing of wounds in the mouth, teeth, boils, acne and burns, when applied to the injured region using a compress and can be purchased at health food stores and handling pharmacies, under the guidance of a physician. herbalist and with the knowledge of a doctor.
How to use the alteia
To obtain its properties, you can use the leaves and roots of alteia, both for drinking and for placing on skin wounds. To treat cough, bronchitis and strengthen the immune system, the ways of using this plant are:
- Dry root extract or leaf: 2 to 5 g per day; Fluid root extract: 2 to 8 mL, 3 times a day; Root tea: 2 to 3 cups a day.
For children over 3 years old with acute bronchitis it is recommended to use 5 g of the leaf or 3 mL of the root fluid. To stimulate healing, a clean cloth should be soaked in high tea and applied several times a day to skin and mouth wounds.
How to prepare high tea
Alteia tea can be prepared so that you can feel the effects of the plant.
Ingredients
- 200 mL of water; 2 to 5 g of dry root or leaves of alteia.
Method of preparation
The water must be boiled, then add the plant root, cover and wait for 10 minutes. After this time, you should filter and drink the warm tea, with the recommended daily dose being two or three cups during the day.
Who should not use
Alteia mixed with alcoholic products, with tannins or iron is contraindicated for children, pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding. In addition, people with diabetes should only consume this plant according to medical advice, as it can increase the effect of conventional drugs and cause changes in blood glucose levels. See more which remedies are used for diabetes.
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