{Plantain/Tanchagem} It helps to treat the common flu (Plantago major)

{Plantain/Tanchagem} It helps to treat the common flu (Plantago major)

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1. {Tanchagem} Plantain is a plant rich in flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, iridoides, mucilage and other compounds, which guarantees the antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory functions of this plant. Therefore, plantain is widely used in the preparation of home remedies to treat the flu, the common cold and inflammation of the throat, uterus and intestine.

In addition to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, plantain also has an anticancer, detoxifying, expectorant, depurative, diuretic, antispasmodic, decongestant, healing and laxative action, in the case of seeds.

Plantain leaves can be used to flavor meals, prepare tea or make a poultice to put on the skin, while their seeds can be ingested.

The scientific name of plantain is  Plantago major and belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. The parts of plantain that are used are its leaves and seeds, which can be purchased in natural food stores, pharmacies and in some open markets.

2. Thus, due to its properties, plantain can serve to:

(1) Facilitate wound healing

This property is due to the fact that plantain is rich in polyphenols, polysaccharides and antioxidants, which are responsible for protecting cells against the destruction caused by inflammatory mediators, which facilitates tissue repair.

(2) Prevent the onset of gastric ulcers

Some scientific studies indicate that plantain leaves and seeds help prevent the formation of gastric ulcers, as they have the ability to reduce the acidity of the gastric juice, relieving burning and pain in the stomach.

Furthermore, it is also able to inhibit the activity of the Helicobacter pylori bacteria , which when not identified and treated correctly, can lead to the formation of stomach ulcers.

(3) Control your blood sugar

Plantain has anti-diabetic activity because it improves the mechanism by which pancreatic cells regulate blood sugar levels. In addition, it also has flavonoids, sterols and tannins, which are compounds that have a hypoglycemic effect.

(4) Combat diarrhea

Some studies confirm that plantain helps to improve diarrhea symptoms by containing tannins, flavonoids and alkaloids, which reduce secretion and accumulation of fluid in the intestine, exerting an antidiarrheal effect.

(5) Prevent premature aging

As it is rich in antioxidants, mainly phenolic compounds and flavonoids, plantain prevents damage caused by free radicals to cells, preventing premature aging.

(6) Fight infections

Due to the presence of polysaccharides in its composition, plantain has protective effects against some bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae , as well as against viruses, including adenovirus, and is therefore widely used in the treatment of common flu.

In addition, the leaves of this plant can be used in the preparation of plantain tea, which helps to fluidize the secretions accumulated in the bronchi, relieving coughing. It can also be used to gargle to treat changes in the mouth and throat, such as cold sore, pharyngitis, tonsillitis and laryngitis, exerting an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect.

Plantain also has action against bacteria associated with skin infections and urinary system infections, such as Staphylococcus aureus , Escherichia coli and Candida albicans, for example.

3. Possible side effects

The main side effects of plantain include drowsiness, intestinal colic and dehydration.

4. who should not use

Plantain is contraindicated for pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding and patients with heart problems. Furthermore, it is not indicated for people who have intestinal obstruction, hypotension and before surgical procedures. It is necessary for the doctor to be consulted when the person has diabetes, as plantain seeds can greatly lower blood sugar levels and can cause hypoglycemia.

With regard to children, the use of plantain should be discussed and guided by the pediatrician, because so far no studies have been carried out on the effects of this plant in children.