Bean flaps: useful properties, contraindications, benefits and harms

25.04.2024 Beans

Bean pods contain many micronutrients that have various healing effects on the body. They are used in traditional medicine to create medicines that effectively help with diabetes, arthritis, skin and cardiovascular pathologies. At the same time, there are a number of contraindications to the use of the product, therefore, it is recommended to coordinate their intake with a doctor.

Beneficial features

Compared with pharmaceuticals, the chemical composition of bean leaves has a milder therapeutic effect of the following nature:

lower blood glucose;
stop the inflammation provoked by the action of pathogenic viruses and microbes;
normalize the water-salt balance, acting as diuretic agents;
saturate the body with useful substances;
contribute to the removal of toxins and toxins;
reduce pressure;
slow down the aging process;
by increasing the production of serotonin, they improve the emotional state and reduce nervous excitement;
stimulate the immune system, increasing the body's resistance to infections;
prevent the deposition of cholesterol on the walls of blood vessels, reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular pathologies;
improve the functioning of the heart muscle;
normalize the work of the sebaceous glands, supporting healthy skin;
regulate the speed of metabolic processes;
accelerate the regeneration of skin cells;
have an antirheumatic effect;
contribute to the dissolution of calculi in the kidneys and bladder;
increase secretion of gastric juice and improve digestion;
increase the elasticity of blood vessels.

Important!

In the pharmaceutical industry, mainly extract of plant materials is used. On its basis, capsules (Diafrin) and syrup (Diabetnorm) are produced for the treatment and prevention of diabetes.

The use of bean wings in sports is due to their property of increasing muscle mass without gaining weight. Regular use of healing tea helps remove excess fluid. An additional intake of vitamin-mineral complexes will reduce the risk of a deficiency of these substances in the body arising from the diuretic effect.

Chemical composition

The benefits of the plant product and the harm are due to the presence of the following components in its composition:

cellulose;
vitamins (A, C, PP and group B);
minerals (phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, copper, potassium, iron);
amino acids (arginine, lysine, tyrosine);
flavonoids;
organic acids;
allantoin;
carotene;
glucokinin;
vegetable protein, similar in structure to animal;
phytosterols;
alkaloids (trigonellin);
hemicellulose.

Poisonous substances are contained in unripe beans, therefore, for medicinal purposes, the husk must be collected after the product has fully ripened.

In its action, glucokinin is similar to insulin, therefore, it is recommended to use funds based on raw materials in combination with antidiabetic drugs. In this case, it is necessary to control the level of glucose in the blood so as not to provoke the development of hypoglycemic coma.

Collection and Harvesting

The shoots of the plant mow and separate the leaves from the ripened fruits of the beans. Beans are left for culinary purposes, and the husks are dried in a well-ventilated area without direct sunlight. A dryer is also available. The temperature is set at 50-60 degrees.

Finished raw materials are placed in fabric bags or paper boxes. If necessary, it is pre-milled to powder. The shelf life of the medicinal product does not exceed 3 years. Store recommended in a dark and dry place.

Indications for use

Traditional healers use tools that contain bean pods to treat the following pathologies:

colds and SARS;
cystitis;
diabetes;
hypertension and other diseases of the cardiovascular system;
arthritis;
stomach ulcer;
gastritis with low acidity;
skin pathologies (eczema);
obesity;
liver disease
pyelonephritis;
pancreatitis
cataract;
asthma;
migraine;
nervous disorders.

Important!

In order to avoid the development of an allergic reaction, a provocative test must be performed to verify the presence of individual intolerance to the product in the patient.

For the procedure, a few drops of the drug are applied to the skin of the back of the wrist. If after 20-30 minutes. the patient has redness, rash, itching or burning in this area, then the use of the product for medicinal purposes is strictly prohibited.

Bean flaps in folk medicine

Raw materials are used for making tea, decoctions and infusions. When treating internal organs, they are taken orally. For the treatment of skin and joint pathologies, it is recommended to take baths with the addition of pods boiled in a steam bath. The use of folk remedies is allowed only after consulting a doctor.

Diabetes

Bean leaf treatment is based on the action of glucokinin, which works on the principle of insulin and lowers blood sugar. Depending on the condition of the patient, the effect lasts from 5 to 7 hours.

At the initial stage of type 2 diabetes, therapy is combined with a diet and constant monitoring of blood glucose levels. In other cases, alternative medicines are used as additional means to improve the general condition. The duration of their intake is 3-4 months. It is forbidden to independently reduce the dosage or cancel the administration of sugar-lowering drugs.

There are one-component and combined products based on bean husks. The composition of the latter includes other medicinal plants that enhance the action of the main ingredient:

mix the pods with flax seeds, blueberries and oats straw in a ratio of 1: 2: 2: 2. Pour 0.5 l of boiling water over the herbal mass and incubate for 25 minutes. in the steam bath. Use 1/3 cup 3 r. in a day;
combine blueberry leaves, nettles, bean leaves and dandelion root (10 g of each component). Pour 0.4 liters of boiling water and boil for 10 minutes. Drink a decoction of 4 p. 1 tablespoon per day, diluted in 0.5 cups of water.

To quickly reduce sugar 1 tbsp. l Raw materials in the form of a powder are poured into 0.25 liters of boiling water and insisted for 1 hour. Accepted in 20 minutes. before meals, 0.5 cups 3 r. per day.

In the pharmacy you can buy the anti-diabetic herbal collection "Arfazetin." It also includes rosehips, blueberries, chamomile and St. John's wort.

Improving the digestive system

Insoluble fiber is present in the composition of the raw material, so the list of useful properties of bean cusps includes the normalization of intestinal function. The substance promotes the promotion of its contents to the “exit”, which improves the condition of constipation and reduces the risk of their development.

With obesity, it is advised to take a decoction:

3 tbsp crushed husks pour 0.4 l of boiling water;
stand for 15 minutes in a steam bath;
filtered.

They drink medicine 4 r.100 ml per day for 1 month.

Important!

Fiber gives a quick satiety to the body, not allowing a person to overeat. This property allows overweight people to reduce the amount of servings and feel full for a long time.

Effects on the cardiovascular system

Due to the healing properties of bean pods, the strength and elasticity of blood vessels are restored, and the risk of cholesterol plaque formation is also reduced.

To improve the work of the heart muscle, it is recommended to take an infusion:

1 tbsp raw materials pour 0.2 l of boiling water;
wrap the container and insist the medicine until it cools completely;
filter;
drink 3 p. per day before meals, dividing the volume into equal portions.

With arrhythmias and atherosclerosis, an decoction prepared according to the above recipe is considered an effective remedy. It normalizes blood pressure and removes excess cholesterol.

Improving the condition of the skin

Zinc regulates the sebaceous glands and relieves inflammation, which causes acne. In combination with folic acid, it accelerates the process of cell regeneration and wound healing.

Affected areas are washed with a decoction of 2-3 r. in a day. A powder is also used, which is applied to the area of inflammation for 2 hours, and then washed off with warm water.

Fatigue relief

Physical and nervous stress leads to the depletion of the body. Magnesium and B vitamins optimize the functioning of the nervous system and normalize the psycho-emotional state.

For chronic fatigue, it is recommended to take an infusion or tea on bean pods. According to studies, taking natural micronutrients within 10 days reduces the symptoms of this condition. They normalize a person’s sleep, increase appetite and improve mood.

Relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

The use of bean flaps in articular pathologies is due to the presence of copper in their composition. Mineral stimulates the production of enzymes that provide elasticity to joints and ligaments. Reception of folk remedies reduces inflammation of the connective tissue and activates the process of its regeneration.

With this pathology, it is recommended to use the following recipe:

pour 1 tablespoon crushed husks 0.5 l of boiling water;
insist 3-4 hours;
filter.

In the finished infusion, it is moistened and applied to the affected area for 30 minutes.

Cold treatment

If the cooling of the body has caused the development of the disease, it is advised to drink tea with bean leaves and honey. They strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of complications. You can use the infusion, but the dosage needs to be checked with a doctor.

An effective medical procedure is taking a bath with a decoction. 50 g of husk is poured into 1 liter of boiling water and boiled in a steam bath for 15 minutes. The resulting product is poured into water. The duration of the procedure is 20-30 minutes.

Alzheimer's Disease Prevention

Pathology occurs against the background of a deterioration in the functioning of the brain and is accompanied by the development of dementia. The main cause of its occurrence is considered to be amyloid deposits in the tissues of the organ, which leads to the death of its cells.

Important!

The regular consumption of food with a high content of B vitamins helps prevent this pathological process.

These substances are present in bean wings, so taking decoctions and infusions regulate protein metabolism, strengthen brain cells and slow down the process of age-related changes.

Bone strengthening

After 65 years in men and during menopause in women, the production of hormones responsible for the retention of calcium in the body decreases. Bones become fragile and thin, and the risk of fractures increases.

Bean husk restores the mineral level in the body, and potassium and folic acid in its composition provide bone strength.Preventive use of raw materials will prevent the development of pathologies that lead to osteoporosis.

Anti-aging effect

The presence of antioxidants helps to eliminate free radicals and slow down age-related changes. Beauticians recommend using a mask with bean pods to increase skin tone and smooth wrinkles.

To obtain funds mix 100 g of husk in powder form, 2 tbsp. lemon juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Apply the mask after cleansing the skin for 30 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.

Cataract

The disease develops against a background of age-related changes or infectious diseases. The substances in the product strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of developing such disorders. Vitamin C improves blood supply to the eyes, which helps to increase vision.

For the treatment of cataracts, it is advised to drink a decoction of bean and blueberry leaves:

3 dessert spoons of herbal mass pour 0.5 liters of boiling water;
bring to a boil in a steam bath;
insist 1.5 hours;
filtered.

Take a decoction of 2 p. ½ cup daily before meals.

How to make medicines

For medicinal purposes, it is recommended to prepare infusions and decoctions. The recipe is selected taking into account the type of pathology. Shake the medicine before use. To increase the effectiveness of the funds, the main component is mixed with other medicinal plants.

Infusions

Such a medicine is more often used for medicinal purposes and is prepared by performing the following actions:

raw materials dried up or bought in a pharmacy are poured with boiling water;
boil if necessary;
insist at least 8 hours;
filter.

Important!

The doctor calculates the dosage for each patient, taking into account the nature of his disease. Sugar should not be added to the finished product.

Alternative medicine offers the following recipes for diabetes medications:

50 g of bean leaves, crushed to a powder state, pour 0.4 l of boiling water and insist 12 hours. Drink the infusion for 20 minutes. before meals, 125 ml;
3 tbsp 1 liter of water is poured into the powder and kept in the dark for 8 hours. Filter and take 200 ml on an empty stomach. The medicine helps get rid of puffiness in the diabetic.

With cystitis and pancreatitis, the infusion is prepared from 40 g of pods and 1 liter of boiling water. Drink 3-4 p. ½ cup per day for 7 days. If the patient has a chronic form of pathology, then treatment should be continued for at least 1 month.

To eliminate inflammation and alleviate symptoms in diseases of the genitourinary system, it is recommended to take a combined infusion. The main component is mixed in equal proportions with bearberry and stigmas of corn. 2 tbsp. l Herbal mass is poured 1 liter of boiling water. Stand on a steam bath for 15 minutes. and insist. The filtered remedy is drunk before the onset of relief 5-6 p. in a day.

Decoctions

Prepared for the prevention of various pathologies, strengthening immunity and compresses.

The recipe involves the following actions:

dried and crushed raw materials are poured with boiling water at the rate of 2 tbsp. l for 1 liter;
boil in a steam bath for 15-20 minutes;
leave to cool;
after 45-60 minutes filtered;
add boiled water to obtain the original volume.

They drink the medicine in 20-30 minutes. before meals 3 p. 125 ml per day. The broth is not stored for a long time, so the maximum amount of the prepared product should not exceed 0.75 ml.

To improve vision, the beans and blueberry leaves are mixed in equal proportions. Pour 1 tbsp. collecting 0.3 l of water, boil for 20 minutes. and filter. Take a decoction of 2 p. per day for 2-3 months.

Contraindications

Useful properties of bean leaves do not exclude the presence of contraindications for use for women and men in the following situations:

individual intolerance;
tendency to hypoglycemia;
pregnancy and lactation.

The rule of using a herbal product for medicinal purposes is the additional intake of vitamin-mineral complexes.This is due to the provided diuretic effect, which is accompanied by leaching of various beneficial micronutrients from the body. For this reason, a long course of alternative therapy is also undesirable.

Reviews

My grandmother discovered diabetes after 50 years. She lived in her house and beans were always growing in the garden. Hearing about the benefits of the plant, grandmother began to take the infusion on the husk. 2 courses a year helped her maintain normal sugar levels.

Marina, 32 g., Taganrog

At 40, she saw facial wrinkles and decided to use a folk remedy for skin rejuvenation. At a friend's house, beans grew in the country, and she brought me husks. I became 1-2 p. a week to do masks and the result pleased me. After several procedures, the skin became more elastic and smooth, and after 2 months. no wrinkles left.

Katerina, 45 years old, Krasnodar

I have diabetes for over 15 years. I heard a lot about folk remedies and decided to use the infusion on bean sashes. I bought raw materials in a pharmacy. The effect was not instantaneous, but after a while the sugar began to stay normal. I use infusion as an additional remedy for drug therapy. A positive result was a decrease in the dosage of a sugar-lowering drug in 1.5 r.

Elena, 55 years old, Vologda

According to reviews, such a plant product has long been widespread among diabetics. Knowing the beneficial properties and contraindications of bean cusps helps people avoid the numerous costs of medicines. Alternative medicines support health and reduce the risk of developing various pathologies.