2023-10-20 22:14:02
Birch sap is a plant water obtained by cutting the bark of the tree when the sap rises. It is therefore a natural and edible product which has not undergone any treatment before being harvested. Birch sap contains more than 99% water and is a colorless liquid with a characteristic sweet taste. The beneficial effects of birch sap have been known for centuries by the peoples of northern Europe, some of whom even venerated the tree, but its beneficial effects are such that today it is consumed throughout the world. Europe. Birch forests are mainly found in Nordic countries such as Russia, Canada and Norway, but also in France, Australia and New Zealand.
What are the benefits of birch sap?
Birch juice is your detoxifying ally! It is known for its diuretic properties and especially for draining organs such as the kidneys and liver. It is therefore the ideal ingredient to get rid of toxins accumulated during the winter. It helps in particular to eliminate uric acid and cholesterol, giving the body a “cleansing” effect. In addition to its detoxifying properties, birch sap thanks to its high content of minerals and vitamins, also has invigorating and fortifying effects, helping the body to replenish the reserves depleted during the winter.
Birch sap contains a long list of vitamins: A, E, D3, C, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B8, B9, B12, K1. The same goes for the list of minerals contained in birch sap: magnesium (to prevent small depressions), potassium (for blood circulation), calcium (for bones), silicon (for joints), selenium ( antioxidant effect), phosphorus, lithium, zinc, etc.
Birch sap is therefore preferred to other diuretics, which cause a loss of water and therefore of the minerals and vitamins it contains, which can lead to fatigue. This problem does not arise with the birch juice treatment thanks to its remineralizing effect.
Thanks to its richness in mineral salts, trace elements and vitamins, it can also be used by people suffering from joint or muscle pain (athletes, elderly or sick people). Some even claim that it can help fight “hangovers”! Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and draining properties, birch sap can also help people suffering from gout.
The gouty. Finally, birch sap can thus be used externally to combat skin problems such as acne, dandruff, scarring, eczema and dandruff, in the form of lotion, soap or shampoo. If the skin does not present any particular problems, birch sap improves the clarity and radiance of the skin. Birch sap is a true gift from nature thanks to all its potential uses.
When should you take a birch sap treatment?
The ideal time to take birch sap is spring. At the end of winter, the body is loaded with toxins and this is when a drainage treatment is best suited to help the body transition from one season to the next. But the harvest of birch sap is also done during this period, from the beginning of February to mid-April. This corresponds to the period when sap rises in trees such as birch.
It is the ideal superfood for taking care of yourself while ensuring you consume seasonal products. However, you can supplement your birch sap treatment with lacto-fermented sap at any time of the year, in case of fatigue or after excess food (avoid pasteurized, nano-filtered sap, which we recognize easily to its total transparency when shaken). Lactofermentation is a processing method in which no lactic substances are used.
Why does birch sap help with weight loss?
Thanks to its draining effect and its very low calorie content, birch juice is an essential ingredient for starting or accompanying a weight loss program. It is estimated that 100 ml of fresh birch juice contains only around twenty calories. Birch juice not only cleanses the liver, it also works to reduce water retention and cellulite. In addition, birch juice helps reduce appetite and promotes fat excretion.
When should you drink birch juice?
Drink it in the morning on an empty stomach to start the day off right. It is recommended to wait at least five minutes before eating breakfast to maximize its effects. Birch juice should not be drunk in the evening. Due to its diuretic effect, you may have to get up at night.
What precautions should be taken before taking medicine made from birch sap?
There are very few contraindications to treatment with birch sap. There are no formal contraindications for people allergic to birch. In fact, anyone allergic to birch is actually allergic to the pollen produced by this tree species. Because birch sap comes from the tree itself and not its grasses, you don’t necessarily have an allergic reaction to birch sap.
If you suffer from a serious illness, such as kidney disease, we recommend that you consult your doctor before taking birch sap, who will be able to advise you on adjusting your diet at the same time as your treatment . Treatment with birch sap is not recommended for pregnant women and children under 12 years old.
Does birch sap treatment have side effects?
Depending on your usual lifestyle, birch sap may have more or less pronounced effects at the start of treatment. If you have an unbalanced lifestyle, your body will contain more toxins that birch sap will help eliminate.
This elimination will be more pronounced and may result in heavier stools and more frequent urine with a stronger odor. Don’t panic, these reactions disappear after the first week of treatment. Conversely, people who already have a healthy lifestyle will not experience this phenomenon. These small inconveniences are proof of the effectiveness of birch sap.
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