Title: Usnea Barbata (Beard Lichen) – 50g – Danila Travnick
Product Description:
Usnea barbata, commonly known as beard lichen, is a powerful natural substance sourced from the pristine Altai Mountains. This 50g pack of high-quality Usnea barbata, expertly harvested and processed by Danila Travnick, offers a wealth of potential health benefits thanks to its high concentration of usnic acid.
Usnic acid is a naturally occurring compound renowned for its potent:
- Antibacterial properties: Effective against various strains of bacteria, including streptococci and pneumococci.
- Antifungal properties: Helps combat fungal infections, both internally and externally.
- Anti-inflammatory properties: Reduces inflammation throughout the body.
- Antioxidant properties: Protects cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Traditional Uses:
Internal Use:
- Respiratory Issues: Tuberculosis, whooping cough, bronchitis, asthma, colds, influenza, sore throats, and upper respiratory tract infections.
- Digestive Issues: Dysbiosis, ulcers, colitis, and other gastrointestinal disorders.
- Cardiovascular Support: May help with angina (chest pain).
- Thyroid Health: Contains iodine, beneficial for thyroid function (consult your doctor).
- Immune System Support: Helps stimulate and regulate the immune system.
- Other: May assist with certain types of cancer (always consult with your oncologist). It also possesses expectorant, immune-modulating, and deodorant properties. May help regulate blood pressure.
External Use:
- Wound Healing: Effective in treating infected wounds, burns (II and III degree), traumatic osteomyelitis, varicose and trophic ulcers, and soft tissue infections. Promotes rapid healing and scar reduction.
- Skin Conditions: Treats non-healing ulcers, wounds, cracks, boils, fungal infections (including athlete’s foot), vaginal infections, cervical erosion, and urinary tract infections.
- Oral Hygiene: Can be used to treat caries, gum disease, and oral infections.
Suggested Usage:
Internal:
- Infusion (Method 1): Steep 1 teaspoon of powdered Usnea barbata in 1 cup of boiling water for 1 hour. Take ⅓ cup three times daily, 30-40 minutes after meals. Use for 2-3 months, with 7-day breaks after every 15 days of use.
- Infusion (Method 2): Fill ⅕ of a cup with powdered Usnea barbata, top up with boiling water or milk to a full cup. Steep for 20 minutes. Drink hot.
- Infusion (Method 3): Steep 1 tablespoon of powdered Usnea barbata in 1 cup of boiling water for 15 minutes. Take ½ cup twice daily with meals.
- Decoction: Boil 1 tablespoon of powdered Usnea barbata in 1 cup of water for 1-3 minutes. Steep for 40 minutes. Take ⅓ cup 3-4 times daily.
External:
Prepare a strong infusion (2-3 teaspoons per cup of boiling water, steep for 2 hours) and use as compresses, washes, rinses, gargles, douches, etc.
Ingredients:
100% Usnea Barbata (Beard Lichen)
Shelf Life:
24 months
Disclaimer:
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare professional before using this product, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or have pre-existing health conditions. Always perform a patch test before external application.