The increase in deaths due to corona virus outbreaks in recent days and the lack of a specific treatment for this virus for now both alarmed people and prompted them to seek natural solutions. prof. Dr. Fatih Satıl stated that some herbs have been used by people since ancient times as a natural treatment for various diseases, especially viral infections, and that today there are medicinal plants that will protect our body against viruses in nature’s pharmacy.
There are natural anti-virus plants against the corona virus epidemic
Prof. Dr. Satıl gave the following information: “There are many scientific studies revealing that aromatic compounds found in plants, especially with a polyphenolic structure, are directly effective on viruses or can be beneficial indirectly by stimulating the immune system. Also known as antiviral plants; Scientific studies on labdanum, licorice, elderberry, mint, thyme, lemon balm, sage, rosemary and garlic revealed that there are many antiviral compounds in these plants and that the polymeric compounds in the composition of the labdanum plant, which is abundant in the wild especially in the Mediterranean, Aegean and Marmara regions of our country, Polyphenols prevent the proliferation of the virus and the development of bacteria. Today, these exhausted pharmacies have forms sold as medicine. Likewise, the licorice plant, which is heavily consumed by the people especially in the southeast of our country, is among the most effective plants with its antiviral properties. Scientific name is Sambucus nigra ‘elderberry’ b. Syrup prepared from the fruits of the herbaceous plant is used as a medicine in Europe due to both its immune system-strengthening effect and its antiviral effect. Sage, peppermint, thyme, lavender and rosemary, which are members of the honeydew family, are widely used in traditional folk medicine to naturally treat viral infections. Thyme is among the plants with the highest germicidal effect. Carvacrol in its content has antiviral properties. Lavender oil has antiseptic and antiviral properties. You can spread the scent of lavender in the room by dripping lavender oil onto a cotton ball. For example, some compounds in rosemary have antiviral activity against herpes viruses, influenza and hepatitis. Garlic has antiviral activity against viruses that cause the common cold. This precious plant, which has been used as a medicine for 5 thousand years in the history of humanity, is the strongest natural antibiotic in our kitchen.”
Consult your doctor before using natural herbs
Prof. Dr. Satıl, who wants to consult a doctor when using natural antiviral plants, said, “When you are sick, it is necessary to consult a doctor before using these antivirus plants that we have mentioned above. After the disease has been diagnosed, use herbal substances or medicines in consultation with your doctor. If possible, continue herbal treatment with a physician trained in herbal therapy” .
Sage is a very useful herb
Prof. Dr. Satıl gave an example from her own life to explain the benefits of sage, 75-year-old Hanife Yuksel, who was selling sage, lettuce and vegetables at a stall while she was walking around the market place, “I gave birth 4 times. What a doctor I saw. I neither saw a nurse or midwife. After giving birth, they always gave me sage and starch. We also call sage the blank leaf. Sage is a very useful herb. A small piece of sage is enough when making your tea,” said.
Prof. Dr. Satıl also stated that using sage during pregnancy can cause harm, “It both strengthens the body and strengthens the body after birth. It is also used to strengthen the body against infections” .
