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100 g of lingonberries - 45 kcal, up to 10 g of carbohydrates, many nutrients that are beneficial to health.

The product also contains pectin, flavonoids, acids, tannins.

15 factors, than lingonberry is useful for a man's body

The shrub is known for a number of medicinal properties:

• enhances the immune system response;
• destroys harmful bacteria and fungi;
• has a diuretic effect;
• relieves inflammation;
• relieves blood pressure;
• strengthens bones, joints, cartilage;
• cleanses the blood vessels;
• activates brain activity;
• improves eyesight;
• fights edema;
• heals the heart and blood vessels;
• enhances erection;
• increases stamina;
• stimulates appetite, production of gastric juice, bile;
• reduces the risk of developing cancer, diabetes.

Lingonberries are recommended for prophylaxis, as well as for a number of problems:

• colds or any infectious diseases;
• hypovitaminosis;
• stress;
• anemia;
• prostatitis;
• rheumatism;
• hypertension;
• headache;
• high blood cholesterol;
• tuberculosis;
• wounds and ulcers of the oral cavity;
• decreased gastrointestinal motility;
• edema;
• inflammatory processes.

Tannins help relieve irritation of mucous membranes, and organic acids have a mild laxative effect.

Contraindications and possible harm

The nutrients in lingonberry have the following contraindications:

• gastrointestinal ulcers, increased acidity of the stomach;
• kidney stones;
• allergies.

In case of diseases of the urinary system, it is recommended to consult a urologist before using the product, caution should also be exercised in case of a tendency to low blood pressure.

It is important to choose high-quality fruits and observe the rate of their use, since both toxins absorbed by the plant from the environment and an excess of seemingly useful substances can cause harm. The recommended amount is 1 glass of berries per day.

What do lingonberry leaves help men with?

In addition to acids and tannins, the shoots of evergreen shrubs contain glycosides, flavonoids, antioxidants, the same vitamins and minerals as berries. The healing properties of lingonberry leaves for men include:

• saturation of the body with vitamins;
• strengthening protection against infections, pathogens;
• decrease fever, decrease inflammation;
• acceleration of tissue regeneration;
• healthier hair, nails, skin;
• strengthening and cleansing blood vessels;
• lowering blood sugar;
• cleansing the body of harmful substances and fluid accumulation;
• antihelminthic effect.

Due to the lower acid content, the leaves are softer than fruits, they affect the gastrointestinal tract and urinary organs.

Lingonberry tea tones up, helps fight infections, improves metabolism, rich vitamin and mineral composition has a positive effect on libido and potency. The anti-inflammatory effect allows the use of lingonberries in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, prostatitis and even prostate adenoma. The infusions are used not only internally, but also externally, to reduce the oily hair, get rid of acne, lighten age spots.

Where to get it, how to choose?

When choosing dried raw materials for decoctions, you need to pay attention to the collection time, since nutrients are stored for up to 3 years. Fresh fruits should have a deep red color, moderately sour-viscous taste. It is advisable to ask the seller about the place of collection, as lingonberries easily absorb harmful substances.

In addition, components for drugs can be prepared independently. Lingonberry grows in forests - mixed, deciduous, coniferous, found in the tundra. Garden varieties with higher yields have been bred.

The fruits reach maturity in October, the collected lingonberries are stored frozen or in their own juice, if there is a cellar - soaked. Drying, preparation of compotes, preserves, jams is acceptable.

Collecting leaves is possible twice a year, the best time is mid-late spring, before the appearance of buds and the first flowers. The raw materials will become useful again only after all the berries are fully ripe. It is recommended to pick off individual leaves or pinch the tops of branches at a height of 4-6 cm. It is advisable to dry the plant at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, in a place protected from sunlight.

Lingonberry to increase potency: effective recipes

Delicious preserves and compotes can be made from lingonberries, but in order to preserve the medicinal properties, it is recommended to minimize heat treatment.

Morse

Sour, refreshing fruit drink perfectly quenches thirst, saturates the body with vitamins and is easy to prepare:

After pouring the ingredients into boiling water, you do not need to cook the fruit drink. If desired, add lemon, mint, and other berries to the lingonberry.

Leaf tea

The bitter drink has a diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic and antibacterial properties. According to the classic recipe, a tablespoon of dry leaves is poured with 250 ml of boiling water, insisted for 15-20 minutes. The resulting tea should be divided into 3 servings, drunk during the day before meals. The recommended course is 5-7 days.

For a milder effect, small amounts of herbal ingredients can be added to green tea. Honey, ginger, lemon will help improve the taste.

Sauce

Sweet and sour seasoning goes well with meat, fish, desserts. To prepare you will need:

• 0.5 kg lingonberry;
• 0.25 kg of sugar.

Pour fresh or defrosted lingonberries with a small amount of water (about 200 ml), bring to a boil, cook for 2-3 minutes. Grind until smooth with a blender, strain if desired. Add sugar, bring to a boil again, leave to infuse for 10-12 hours. Serve cold.

You can diversify the taste of the sauce by adding citrus or spices to it, as well as replacing the water with wine.