Strawberry leaf infusion helps with heartburn (Photo: Ministry of Science and Technology/Twitter)

Generally, when people consume strawberries, they choose to throw the leaves said fruit; however, you can accumulate a few to be able to use them in the preparation of a infusion And help improve health through the properties there benefits who offers the plant.

tea prepared with strawberry leaves provides properties that primarily help the digestive systemhelping to fight gastric infections and fight heartburn.

The leaves of the fruit contain elagitanawhat helps fight diarrhea, balance stomach acids and relieve certain discomfortssuch as nausea or inflation, also contains calcium, iron and vitamin Caccording to a study carried out by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine of the University of Coimbra (FMUC), Portugal.

Strawberry leaf tea fights intestinal problems (Photo: RAE/Twitter)
Strawberry leaf tea fights intestinal problems (Photo: RAE/Twitter)

Additionally, another compound found in strawberry leaf tea that benefits the health of the body is caffeic acidbecause it helps to eliminate the liquids that are between the joints, thus helping to reduce discomfort as pain and inflammationwhich are associated with diseases such as arthritis or rheumatism.

-First they must be collected from 10 to 20 strawberry leaves and keep them in the refrigerator to keep them in good condition and fresh.

– By the time they are finished picking up, they will need to be washed in cold water.

– Later in a pot add a liter of water with the leaves accumulated.

– Then set to boil water and when it boils, turn off the heat and let rest until the liquid is lukewarm.

– Finally, drain the leaves and sweeten the infusion to your taste, either with sugar or honey.

Strawberry leaf infusion is easy to prepare (photo: cocinazerowaste/Twitter)
Strawberry leaf infusion is easy to prepare (photo: cocinazerowaste/Twitter)

It should be mentioned that users allergic to the fruit will not be able to consume said infusion, and in case of not knowing if they are allergic, it is important to take into account what the reactions could be, for example: swelling of the face and neck, difficulty breathing, and skin rashes or hives.

Heartburn is a feeling of painful burning in the chest or throatThis happens when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach, according to information provided by the Health Portal. Mayo Clinic.

Said pain usually get worse after eating, at night, or when people are lying down or bending over. Although this occasional condition is common and there is no reason to be alarmedmost users prefer to control this discomfort, either with medications, lifestyle changes or consume natural products.

Heartburn can be treated with medicines or natural herbal teas (IStock)
Heartburn can be treated with medicines or natural herbal teas (IStock)

The most common symptoms of this discomfort are:

Frequent chest pain which usually appears after eating and can occur at night.

– Pain that gets worse when lying down or bending over.

Bitter or sour taste in the mouth.

Although this is normal reflux in the body, when appears daily it is important to go to the doctorespecially when the following signs appear:

– Heartburn occurs more than twice a week.

– Symptoms persist despite using over-the-counter medications or consuming natural products to help combat it.

– There is difficulty swallowing.

– Constant nausea or vomiting occurs.

– Weight loss due to lack of appetite or difficulty eating.

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