Other names : Abies Alba, Christmastree, Norway Spruce, Sapin Blanc
Every time you feel overwhelmed by the stress and noise of the city, a walk in a silver fir forest is what you need to feel refreshed and energized.Wise teacher, nature remains the greatest healer of all, soothing our minds and reinvigorating our bodies. Part of Pinaceaea family, Silver Fir is native to Europe and found in mountain areas of northern hemisphere. Besides its ecological and aesthetic value, Silver Fir has many healing virtues and is used in various treatments but also in cosmetic products and nutrition. Stories tell us that shepherds used to chew Silver Fir shoots during their wanderings to alleviate thirst, to cure chest disease or to guard them against evil spirits.
Consumed raw, Silver Fir shoots stimulates appetite, refreshes your breath and increases immunity. The cure requires 5-6 shoots taken on an empty stomach, 15 minutes before a meal. Kept in paper bags, Silver Fir shoots can last 7 to 10 days in the refrigerator.
The essential oil contained helps alleviate inflammation and respiratory tract pain, and stimulates mucous secretion and expectoration in cold, cough and bronchitis. Acting as a mild germ-killer, Silver Fir shoots decrease the tendency toward infection and tuberculosis.
Silver Fir shoots Syrup is commonly used in acute respiratory conditions, but can be an excellent sweetener for various teas, highly recommended for children. With a high vitamin C content, Silver Fir Syrup can be diluted with mineral water to obtain a refreshing and tonic natural beverage, with mild diuretic properties. Having also calming properties, Silver Fir shoots Syrup is sometimes used for asthenia and stress, migraines and fatigue.
Externally, Silver Fir shoots baths are a remedy for poor circulation, rheumatism and even in cases of palsy or stroke, while poultices with hot tea applied 30 minutes on the sore articulation will reduce arthritic pains.
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