Winter radish (seeds for germination)

Radish is rightfully called the "sanitary officer" of the human body.
The medicinal properties of radish are easily explained by its high content of potassium salts, which are readily absorbed by the body and help eliminate toxic metabolic products through urine. In terms of potassium content, radish ranks first among vegetables (up to 600 mg%).
Radish contains active salts of calcium, magnesium, and iron. The large amount of phytoncides contained in the root vegetables acts destructively on microbes, protecting us from various infectious diseases. This is why radish, along with onion and garlic, is the best natural remedy for improving intestinal microflora.
Although radish is not the absolute leader in vitamin content compared to other vegetables, it contains a diverse vitamin spectrum—a little bit of everything.
All the medicinal properties of radish and its peculiar pungent taste are due to the presence of essential oils rich in sulfur-containing substances. Therefore, eating even a small amount of radish quickly stimulates the appetite. The significant amount of fiber promotes increased intestinal peristalsis.
Radish has no equal among vegetables in its ability to remove poisons from the body. Practically, for the treatment and prevention of diseases, it is not the pulp that is used, but the juice obtained from it (the substances contained in it have a comprehensive effect on the body).
Since ancient times, radish has been held in high esteem as a food product that enhances digestion. For this, finely grated radish is eaten before meals with salt or honey.
In folk medicine, radish is used for scurvy, kidney stones, gout, and atherosclerosis.
Black radish has been widely used for ages in chronic lung and bronchial diseases (bronchitis, whooping cough). For this, radish slices are sprinkled with sugar. The juice released is taken by adults, 1 tablespoon 5-6 times a day before meals (children take 1 teaspoon).
For treating cough in children, the medicine can be prepared differently: finely chop the radish, sprinkle with sugar, and bake in the oven for 2 hours. Drain the liquid and give children 2 teaspoons before meals and at night.
For difficult bronchial diseases and tuberculosis, a mixture of radish juice with honey (1:1) gives the best effect. Dosage: 2 tablespoons 3 times a day. Folk medicine suggests cutting off the top of the root, making a hollow, filling it with honey, covering it with the cut top, and letting it brew in a warm place for 4 hours.
For bronchial asthma: mix equal parts of radish juice, onion juice, beet juice, cranberry juice, lemon juice, aloe, honey, sugar, and alcohol. Take 2 tablespoons 30 minutes before meals.
Instead of mustard plasters, radish pulp is applied to the back and chest for colds. A mixture of grated radish and garlic (3:1) is also used to rub the back and chest before bedtime.
Radish juice has a diuretic and choleretic effect. Essential oils accelerate the secretion of gastric juice. For these purposes, the juice is diluted with water (1:4), gradually increasing the dose. Remember: radish juice quickly loses its medicinal properties, so it must be consumed fresh.
For gallstones and kidney stones, black radish juice is taken 1 hour after meals, starting with 1 tablespoon for 4-5 weeks. If there is no pain in the liver area, the dose is increased to 3 tablespoons (avoid flour and meat products during this time).
For hypertension, a mixture of equal parts of radish, carrot, beet, and horseradish juices is helpful. Add 0.25 cups of vodka to 4 cups of the mixture, let it brew for 24 hours, then add the juice of 1 lemon. Take 1 tablespoon 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
However, this mixture should not be taken for gastric ulcers or hepatitis. For constipation, radish salads are helpful.
For neuralgia, sciatica, and radiculitis, fresh radish juice is rubbed into the skin along the affected nerve.
For rheumatism, a rubbing mixture helps: 1.5 cups radish juice, 1.5 cups honey, 0.5 cups vodka, 1 tablespoon salt.
Radish juice helps reabsorb bruises (compresses for 30-40 minutes) and accelerates the healing of purulent wounds.
In Russia, radish was traditionally used for frostbite: grated radish was mixed with hot water, cooled, and used to wash the frostbitten skin.
The root vegetable is rich in solids and proteins, so it is a "heavy" food and should not be eaten in large quantities at once.
Warning: radish is contraindicated for liver and kidney diseases, inflammation of the stomach and intestines, and high acidity of gastric juice.
Always consult your doctor before treating with radish juice or other potent remedies.