Embaúba tea and its benefits

The Embaúba is one of the first plants of the Atlantic. Its fruits are a favorite food for pets laziness, as a result, Embaúba is also known as "lazy tree".

The embaúbas can also be called as Ambaiba, bauva, Bauna, imbaíba, ambaia-tinga, sand, wood, among others. It is a tree that easily adapts to different soil types, and so can be found in various regions of Brazil.

Features Embaúba

The Embaúba is what we call various tree species, genus Cecropia, which can reach up to 15 meters high. Its branches and stems are hollow and its fruits are attractive to several species of animals. The Embaúba is a medicinal plant that has many beneficial properties for our body.

Properties Embaúba

The main properties are in Embaúba are:

Astringent;

Antidiabetic;

Antihemorrhagic;

Asthma;

Antiseptic;

Analgesic;

Cardiotonic;

Healing;

Decongestant;

Diuretic;

Expectorant;

Hypotensive;

Tonic.

The indications for treatment

The Embaúba is very suitable for treating diseases of the airways, and other, for example:

Asthma;

Bronchitis;

Respiratory infections;

High pressure;

Menstrual disorders;

Amenorrhea;

Diabetes;

Cough;

The wounds and bruises on the skin;

Whooping cough;

Tuberculosis;

Various allergies;

Cardiopulmonary infections;

Anuria;

Diarrhea;

Breathlessness;

Erysipelas;

Urinary tract infections.

Using the benefits of Embaúba

The plant can be used in the preparation of beverages such as tea, teas, juices, syrups and ointments.

Tea Embaúba

Embaúba 3 tablespoons (stems and leaves);

1 liter of water;

Half a lemon;

Honey to taste.

Place in a saucepan with water and three tablespoons Embaúba simmer for about 3 minutes, then turn off the heat and add the juice of half a lemon, pour into a cup and sweeten with honey to taste.

Lemon is rich in vitamin C and is ideal for adding energy to the body, since honey is a great ally, is rich in potassium, magnesium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, manganese, cobalt and other minerals.