Medicinal plant with wrinkled flowers and lilac color, the cistus incanus is original from the Mediterranean region of Europe. From the Cistaceae shrub family, with 28 different species of Cistus, each one has its specific properties to benefit the health of those who consume them. Cistus incanus tea is good for respiratory diseases, fungi, mycoses. For more, read the full article.
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Properties and benefits of cistus incanus
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antitumor properties, ingesting cistus incanus regularly brings several benefits. Among them are strengthening immunity, aid in treating rheumatic pain, urinary, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular diseases. It is also useful to treat diseases caused by fungi and bacteria (such as ringworm), stimulating the immune system. Drinking tea regularly also contributes to the hygiene of the mouth and throat, preventing illnesses in these regions.
How to prepare the cistus incanus tea
Although it can be found as a spray or capsules in health food stores, the most common is to consume the cistus incanus through the tea from its leaves. Add boiling water to a cup and a teaspoonful of plant leaves. Mix well and leave the cup covered for 10 minutes. After this period, strain the tea and consume it. You can repeat the procedure twice a day and drink the tea between 3 and 5 times a week.
If you choose to take the capsules, take 1 capsule 2 times a day. The spray vaporizes the throat and should be applied 3 times a day after brushing your teeth. If you have ringworm skin problems, wounds or swelling, crush the leaves in a clean cloth, close it and place it on top of a pan of boiling water so that the steam moistens the leaves. After 5 minutes, remove the cloth from the water and place it on the affected area, letting it remain there for 15 minutes. Repeat the procedure 3 times a day for 7 days in a row. After the 3rd day, the gradual improvement will already be noticeable.
