Wild Immortelle Tea

Description

Chemical composition and healing properties of immortelle
The flower heads of immortelle are mainly used as soon as they open their aromatic flowers. They are used to prepare tinctures, ointments, teas and drinks that can be used to treat certain pathological conditions in the body. Thanks to the specific chemical composition of immortelle can be used to treat various diseases, but also preventive. In its chemical composition, Immortelle also contains essential oils, not a large percentage, or rather a very small amount of about 0.05 percent, and for these reasons a large amount of dried flowers is needed to extract the essential oil, about a ton per unit liter. This percentage may vary a little and depends on the plant itself and its growth and development, the conditions in which the plant thrives, etc..

Smilje also contains:

Flavonoids-Flavonoids are the main plant pigments responsible for the color of flowers. Translated, flavonoids mean yellow-yellow. They are found in large quantities in strawflowers and are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, so they are extremely useful for our body. There are more than 6,000 species in nature, and each flavanoid is significant and medicinal. They have a positive effect on the body and are absorbed through teas, essential oils or by eating fresh plants. They are also found in fruits and vegetables.
Flavone – Smilje contains flavone, which can play an important role in eliminating unpleasant conditions in the body, such as: Feeling of tiredness and fatigue, sudden mood swings of various causes, poor sleep or insomnia, stress and nervousness, etc.
Apigenin is a type of flavonoid that is also found in plants, especially immortelle. It is a solid crystalline yellow mass that has healing properties and helps to solve many health problems. They affect the purification of the body, bile, kidneys and bladder. Apigenin is believed to have an anti-cancer effect.
Coumarin-coumarin is a chemical compound responsible for the intoxicating smell of plants. It is found in high concentration in strawflowers. For this reason, Immortelle has a specific, strong and persistent odor, which is not lost even during drying and desiccation of the plant. In pharmacology, coumarin is used in the production of anticoagulants and ointments used to reduce swelling and puffiness. Coumarin also has an appetizing effect, as it is bitter and stimulates the stomach.
Various organic resins and acids
Essential oil
Sitosterol – Belongs to a group of plant sterols that are similar to cholesterol. In naturopathy, it is used to treat conditions such as elevated cholesterol and fat in the blood. Then in the treatment and prevention of certain inflammatory processes in the body, in the problem of benign prostate enlargement, as a support in the treatment of certain autoimmune diseases, etc….
Vitamins K, A, B, C and D
Tannins
Alacolides
Smilje as a treatment aid
This extremely important role was also discovered by the ancient Greeks, who used immortelle to see wounds and injuries, bites, burns and various skin diseases. For these reasons, for a long time people have been making wound ointments from immortelle, which are widely used in combination with calendula for the treatment of skin and mucous membranes. Various types of scars and old injuries can be successfully removed by rubbing ointment or essential oil of strawflower. Stretch marks, varicose veins, hematomas, burst veins can also be treated in the same way. Skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, insect bites and burns. For these reasons, immortelle is of great importance in modern cosmetics, as it is used to make creams against wrinkles and age spots.

Smilje stimulates digestion. It stimulates the work of the stomach and intestines. It accelerates metabolism and digestion. Cleanses the body and helps remove stones from the gallbladder, kidneys and bladder.

Smilje lowers elevated levels of fat in the blood. With Immortelle you will manage to keep your lipid status within the prescribed limits. It also lowers pressure and relieves common migraine headaches.

Smilje is used to treat persistent cough, asthma, bronchitis and various allergies. It also cleanses the lungs and strengthens immunity. Smilje helps to sleep better, calms and relaxes, regenerates the body and refreshes, therefore the tea can be drunk preventively and not only in the mentioned diseases.