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What does it help with
- Antibacterial effect, respiratory tract inflammation
- Inflammation urinary tract
- Skin inflammation
- Immune support
Active compounds
Glukotropaeolin, vitamin C, flavonoids.
Glucotropaeolin breaks down into mustard oil with antimicrobial effect.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodJune – October
Plant partsleaves, flowers, seeds
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaFresh leavesTinctureSyrup
Pro tip: Fresh leaves and flowers are medicinal — add them to salads and sandwiches.
Recipes
1 Tea for inflammation ▾
2 tablespoons fresh leaves pour 250 ml water. Steep 5 minutes. Drink 3× a day.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Herbal syrup with honey ▾
Pour 500 ml water over 50 g dried herb and bring to a boil. Steep 15 minutes under a lid, then strain. Add 200–300 g of honey to the warm decoction and stir. Pour into clean bottles. Keep refrigerated for 3 weeks. Dose: 1 tablespoon 3–4× a day.
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