The blackcurrant or black currant is a shrub from the Grossulariaceae family that is rather bushy and adorned with brilliant berries that are just waiting to be devoured. Thanks to its buds, we obtain a very effective concentrated macerate, the most used in gemmotherapy. Its benefits are multiple, powerful anti-inflammatory, universal drainer, toning, etc. Blackcurrant bud macerate will be very suitable for situations of chronic allergies, various inflammations and general fatigue. Latin name: Ribes nigrum L. Part used: Fresh buds
This article was updated on 19/07/2023Cutaneous system ++++ : Acne, Skin allergy, Itchy skin, Dermatitis, Dermatosis, Eczema, Dry eczema, Insect bite, Psoriasis, Urticaria
Immune and respiratory system ++++ : Respiratory allergy, Allergy, Asthma, Bronchitis, Pulmonary emphysema, Flu, Immunity, Nasopharyngitis, Hay fever, Sinusitis, Tracheitis, Pollen allergy
Nervous system ++++ : asthenia, fatigue, stress
Osteoarticular system ++++ : Gout attack, Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Sprain, Fibromyalgia, Fracture, Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoporosis, Lumbago, Dupuytren's disease, Lapeyronie's disease, Ledderhose's disease, Rheumatism, Sciatica, Chronic progressive polyarthritis, Tendinitis
Urogenital system +++ : Glomerulonephritis, Excess uric acid, Renal failure, Kidney stones, Nephrolithiasis, Prostatitis, Excess urea
Metabolic system +++ : Cholesterol, Detox
Digestive system ++ : Hepatitis, Pancreatitis, Dyspepsia, Gastritis, Crohn's disease, Colitis
Adults and adolescents : 5 to 15 drops per day in a glass of water, preferably in the morning, 15 minutes before the meal for 3 weeks. Start with 5 drops and increase gradually:
Children over 3 years old : 1 drop per day for 10 kilos. Start with 1 drop and gradually increase.
For its anti-inflammatory action, blackcurrant can be combined with Vine. Macerate of buds Silver Birch can also be used to drain tissues.
Blackcurrant and Vine form a perfect combo to act against osteoarthritis pain. They can be associated with Scots Pine, regenerating cartilaginous tissues.
Blackcurrant can be used with macerates of buds of Virginia creeper, specific anti-inflammatory of small joints and Juniper to drain toxins.
Blackcurrant can be used in combination with Vine, anti-inflammatory, which also fights against the autoimmune process of chronic progressive polyarthritis. To this can be added the Scots Pine to regenerate bones and joints.
adrenal stimulant :
blackcurrant has a regulating and stimulating activity of the cortico-adrenal glands. It particularly stimulates the production of natural cortisone, a property which gives it most of its benefits. It is considered an adaptogen, it will help the body to adapt in stressful situations, and more generally increase the overall resistance of the body. in an unusual situation. It stimulates the general metabolism by being particularly invigorating and euphoric.
anti-inflammatory :
by stimulating the production of cortisol, Blackcurrant acts on the primary inflammatory phase at all levels: joint, skin, respiratory, digestive, urinary or mucous membranes. The total flavonoids in the buds also have an inhibitory effect on the inflammatory process.
immunostimulant :
blackcurrant bud macerate helps boost general metabolism via its action on the adrenal cortex, and thus helps stimulate immunity, particularly after an episode of stress or intense fatigue.
hypo-allergenic :
by stimulating the production of blood cortisol, blackcurrant bud macerate helps reduce the inflammatory reaction caused by allergic reactions. It also contains flavonoids which will inhibit the release of histamines.
draining :
blackcurrant bud macerate acts on the kidneys but also on the other emunctories (thyroid, liver, etc.) to facilitate the elimination of toxins from the body. It is capable of cleansing the entire body, and thus makes it possible to fight against the side effects of molecules presenting a certain toxicity.
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