Sea buckthorn oil: medicinal properties and applications.

Hello! In this article we will talk about the benefits of sea buckthorn oil.

Lately I’ve started to notice that I don’t really like to write summary posts about the beneficial properties of well-known plants.

It seems to me that so much has already been written about this that I don’t want to repeat myself.

But the other day I watched a surprisingly interesting English program about sea buckthorn and the benefits of sea buckthorn oil.

I learned so many new things about this product that I decided to share with you, my dear readers.

For example, did you know that Sea Buckthorn - Hippopfae - is translated from Latin as “brilliant horse”?)

There was even such a legend that even in the time of Alexander the Great, they noticed that the wounds of soldiers quickly healed, and the hair of horses began to shine, as soon as they chewed orange berries and leaves on thorny bushes.

Sea buckthorn oil is a unique product!

About the composition of sea buckthorn oil

The sea buckthorn berry contains a huge amount of useful substances and vitamins, as a result of which it is actively used for the manufacture of both cosmetics and medicines. The most popular products include oil.

Sea buckthorn oil is known to most as an effective remedy for burns for external use. However, its composition promotes the use of the product for the treatment of even diseases of internal organs.

Sea buckthorn oil contains the following beneficial components:

• vitamins A, groups B, C, K, P and others;
• fatty acids – stearic, oleic and others;
• organic acids – malic, salicylic, succinic and others;
• microelements – calcium, magnesium, manganese and others;
• other useful components - phospholipids, flavonoids, amino acids, pectins and others.

The benefits of sea buckthorn oil include the following effects on the human body:

• bactericidal;
• laxative;
• anti-inflammatory;
• wound healing;
• tonic;
• restorative.

Despite the positive properties of sea buckthorn, it is not allowed to use oil without consulting a doctor - it can worsen the situation. Before use, it is important to study the benefits and harms of the presented product.

When to collect and how to store sea buckthorn leaves

Sea buckthorn leaves can be easily purchased at the pharmacy. But they will be more natural and effective if you collect them yourself. In order for the beneficial substances to be preserved, the leaves of the plant must be properly dried.

It is better to start collecting when the leaves are still very young. This period occurs at the end of May and beginning of July. In this case, you should carefully cut the entire branch with a knife at an angle of 40 degrees. Only after this can the leaves be plucked from it. This manipulation will help preserve nutrients almost completely. Cut shoots can also be saved, while studying their beneficial components. The ripening of leaves continues almost until September; the main thing is to choose those that have grown recently. Therefore, if for some reason at the beginning of summer it was not possible to collect sea buckthorn for drying, this can be done before the end of the season.

It is better to cut shoots from different trees, and not from one, so as not to harm the plant and not provoke its death.

Once the leaves are collected, they need to be dried properly. To begin, the plant should be thoroughly rinsed under running water. Then lay it on a dry surface and let it dry. You can dry it outside, in good weather, but not under the scorching sun, or indoors, where there is no dampness. Typically, sea buckthorn leaves dry out after 2–3 days.

In addition to natural drying, you can use an electric dryer. To do this, some of the leaves are evenly laid out on a special grid and the device is set to a temperature of 35–40 degrees. But do not forget to turn the plants every 30-40 minutes, otherwise they may spoil. In appearance, a properly dried sea buckthorn leaf resembles an ordinary bay leaf, which is sold on store shelves.

It is better to store sea buckthorn leaves in fabric bags or special boxes to prevent the plant from becoming damp and rotting. It is better to choose a place that is warm, but not hot. The farthest cabinets in the kitchen, which are least used, are suitable.

Fermentation of sea buckthorn leaves

This is a popular procedure, which is known for the fact that during it the leaves release many beneficial substances and vitamins. The leaves must be placed on a flat surface and stirred periodically, without allowing them to dry out. Then roll with your hands into small tubes, each of which is wrapped in cling film. Place in a container close to each other and cover with a damp cloth. Then leave in a cool place for a day or even two. After this, cut the tubes into small pieces and place in the oven at 90 degrees for 15–20 minutes. Ready leaves can be added to tea or used as medicine.

This method of harvesting sea buckthorn leaves is considered the best, as it preserves all the nutritional properties of the plant.

Sea buckthorn oil: properties and applications

Before preparing and using it, it is important to study the benefits of sea buckthorn oil and what diseases can be cured with its help.

Beneficial properties of sea buckthorn oil

Above it was presented what effects sea buckthorn oil has. Now it is necessary to list its benefits in more detail:

• the composition has a positive effect on the digestive tract – its condition and function;
• the oil acts as a hepatoprotective agent - it can be used to cleanse the liver and for food poisoning;
• sea ​​buckthorn, including oil, is recommended to be used to strengthen the immune system, treat runny nose, sinusitis, tonsillitis;
• the oil is effective in the treatment of gynecological diseases - for inflammation of the appendages, for the treatment of cracks or erosion of the cervix, thrush and other pathologies;
• the drug is excellent in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases - helps reduce the risks of heart attack and stroke, acts as an effective remedy in case of blood clots;
• the oil helps lower cholesterol, which helps reduce the risk of developing atherosclerosis;
• oil can restore vision if there are problems with the cornea, in case of a chemical burn or complications of conjunctivitis;
• Sea buckthorn oil is used externally to treat burns, wounds, abrasions, scars, bedsores and other skin injuries.

It is impossible not to note the excellent positive cosmetic properties of the oil - sea buckthorn helps get rid of cellulite, nourishes the skin, eliminates age spots and acne.

Contraindications

Despite the beneficial properties, there are also contraindications to the use of such a useful composition. Contraindications include:

• individual intolerance or the presence of an allergic reaction to sea buckthorn;
• presence of hepatitis or cholecystitis;
• pancreatitis in the acute stage;
• the use of anticoagulants - aspirin, ibuprofen and others;
• pregnancy and lactation are permitted on an individual basis only with permission and appropriate examination from a doctor.

The presented beneficial properties and contraindications should be studied exactly and taken into account when deciding to use sea buckthorn oil in the treatment of any diseases.

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Collection and preparation of sea buckthorn fruits

Medicinal raw materials are the fruits, leaves and seeds of the plant. The fruits are harvested when they reach technical ripeness, when they acquire a yellow-orange or orange color, are elastic and are not crushed when harvested. Harvesting is done by plucking from the branches or cutting off the branches immediately after the berries ripen.

Fruit rounding can be done in winter in places with stable frosts, without thaws.

The best time for picking berries is morning or evening hours when the air temperature is not lower than -15°C. In sunny weather, it is better not to pick the berries, since when they thaw, the shell easily separates from the pulp. When frozen, fruits can be stored for up to six months.

Indications for use

The use of oil will not provide complete treatment, especially if we are talking about any pathology. Sea buckthorn can be used only to eliminate symptoms of the disease and as an adjuvant for the treatment of pathologies. The following indications for use are distinguished:

1. For the treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, sea buckthorn oil is effective for gastritis, pancreatitis and other diseases. The oil has an enveloping effect on the stomach, so in case of exacerbation of the disease, a specially prepared solution can be taken orally.

2. Diabetes and obesity are also indications for use. Sea buckthorn oil normalizes metabolism, speeding up metabolism. Moreover, this remedy acts as an effective mild laxative - cleansed intestines have a positive effect on weight loss.

3. For newborns – sea buckthorn oil is actively used to treat diaper rash in newborn babies, as well as to lubricate the gums during teething. The use of oil for the treatment of newborns should be approached with caution - they have an increased risk of developing allergic reactions.

4. In the prevention and even treatment of cancer - sea buckthorn oil can be used orally to cure cancer of the stomach, skin, and esophagus.

It should be noted that such actions are effective only at the initial stage of the disease and are recommended only as an auxiliary treatment.

The effectiveness of sea buckthorn lies in the ability to stop the growth of malignant cells.

5. The oil helps in the functioning of the cardiovascular system - it lowers blood pressure, destroys vascular plaques, and normalizes blood circulation.

6. Sea buckthorn oil is used in the treatment of eye diseases - glaucoma, cataracts, impaired blood supply to the retina. To treat eye diseases, a solution is used that is instilled into the eyes, but self-medication is strictly prohibited!

7. The oil is used for the treatment and healing of wounds, abrasions, burns, and postoperative scars. Sea buckthorn oil for burns is almost always recommended for use by specialists - this remedy is cost-effective if the burns have a large area.

But it should also be noted that such use is only possible for 1-2 degree burns. In case of severe injury, first treat the burn with traditional medicines.

This is only a small part of the benefits of sea buckthorn oil. For accurate and safe use of the product, you should first consult a doctor.

Sea buckthorn - benefits and harm

The list of beneficial qualities of sea buckthorn is very wide: it increases immunity, gives strength, fills the body with vigor and vitality. It contains many vitamins, microelements, and biologically active components.

Sea buckthorn berries - beneficial qualities and harm

Fresh, well-ripened berries are a real storehouse of healing substances. They saturate our body with vitamins, flavonoids, phospholipids, beneficial acids, tannins, macro- and microelements, fructose, and glucose. This is an excellent preventive and therapeutic agent for heart and vascular diseases. Eating sea buckthorn fruits (in various forms) strengthens the immune system and has a beneficial effect on the heart and blood vessels (prevention of stroke, heart attack). Recovery from illness is much better if you consume 50 or 100 g of fruits daily. Since the berries have a sour taste, it is better to take them with honey and then wash them down with clean water.

As an additional auxiliary agent in the complex treatment of stomach cancer, you can take 1 tbsp. spoon of berries, three times a day. In cases of impaired fertility in men and women, sea buckthorn fruits should be taken daily, for a long time, approximately 30-50 g (at a time) will be enough. To always have this natural medicine on hand, the berries can be frozen for the winter - they are in no way inferior to fresh ones in terms of usefulness. In general, you should know that the valuable qualities of sea buckthorn are not lost when the fruit is frozen or heat-treated.

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Sea buckthorn oil - properties and uses

This unique remedy is equally successfully used in alternative and official medicine. The beneficial properties of sea buckthorn oil are truly limitless - and this is a fact. The oil is used both internally and externally; if there is no opportunity or equipment for self-squeezing, then you can buy a ready-made product at the pharmacy.

Restrictions on the use of sea buckthorn oil are minimal, but they exist:

• It is not recommended to use it if you are hypersensitive.
• It should not be taken orally by those who are currently diagnosed with an acute form of diseases of the digestive system.

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Ingestion of sea buckthorn oil

• If a person suffers from gastritis or a stomach ulcer, then he is recommended (but not during an exacerbation) to consume 1 tsp. of this product 30 minutes before meals - this should be done three times a day. After long-term use of antibiotics or other toxic “attack” on the liver and kidneys, a similar use of oil would be appropriate.
• For a malignant tumor of the stomach, it is strongly recommended to consume 0.5 tsp as an adjuvant (especially during radiation and chemotherapy). product three times a day before meals.
• If you have a sore throat, a sore throat or inflamed tonsils, 0.5 tsp. The oil should be diluted in 200 g of warm milk, consumed orally in the morning and also in the evening, before breakfast or dinner.

Sea buckthorn oil externally

• The oil is successfully used to accelerate skin regeneration after burns, eliminate the effects of frostbite (at the healing stage), and to treat bedsores.
• It also helps with “female” diseases; sometimes 10 days are enough to cure cervical erosion (or significantly stop the manifestation of the disease).
• This product also helps to cure colpitis; tampons soaked in oil are used for this purpose.
• For sinusitis or a runny nose, you can drip a couple of drops of oil into each nostril, two to three times a day.
• Additionally, it can be used as inhalation for respiratory diseases (3 tablespoons per 1 liter of water).
• At night, you can rub the oil on your chest area when you have a cough or severe bronchitis, and if you mix it with camphor, the effect will be even better.
• For various skin irritations, diaper rash, dermatitis, it can be used to lubricate the affected areas.
• Even with eye diseases (corneal injuries, cataracts, various keratitis), it is recommended to instill 1-2 drops of sea buckthorn oil.
• In case of severe inflammation of the tonsils, as well as after their removal, the throat can be lubricated with pure oil - the disease will subside, and the operated areas will heal faster.

In cosmetology

• The oil can be used instead of face cream if the skin is excessively dry; it is better to do this before bed.
• Oil applications have a good effect on irritation, pimples or redness.
• It is an ideal product for massage, does not leave a greasy layer, and warms up the skin and muscles well.
• If your nails have become brittle or peeling, then oil baths will help solve this problem.
• Oil applied to the roots and length also helps with brittleness and hair loss; a light massage of the scalp will help better absorb the beneficial ingredients. Leave the oil on your hair overnight, put on a cap or tie your head with a scarf, and in the morning wash your hair well with shampoo. To achieve a lasting therapeutic result, this procedure can be performed twice a week.

Beneficial properties of sea buckthorn leaves

The leaves are not inferior to berries in their medicinal qualities; they are used in dried form for brewing. This tea helps to cope with diseases of the gums and oral cavity.

Sea buckthorn tea recipe

To do this, pour 3 teaspoons of raw material into 500 ml of boiling water, leave for 10-15 minutes, filter, take 150-200 ml orally (or rinse your mouth) twice a day. This tea can also be drunk for inflammatory manifestations of any nature (do not forget about contraindications). Even diabetics and people who suffer from peptic ulcers can use it.

Sea buckthorn infusion recipe

The infusion is prepared in the same way as tea, the only difference is the infusion time (30 minutes), you can use a thermos. It helps relieve the symptoms of gout, rheumatism, and is used for osteochondrosis and salt deposits. This infusion should be taken orally, 50 ml three times a day.

Sea buckthorn decoction: recipe

For external use, for example, compresses or lotions, you will need a more concentrated decoction - 2 tablespoons of raw materials / one glass of water, leave for 30 minutes. This “potion” can be used against hair loss (rub into the scalp).

Sea buckthorn seeds - benefits and applications

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Infusions and decoctions are also prepared from sea buckthorn seeds, which are excellent for various intestinal disorders.

To eliminate diarrhea, boil 1 tablespoon of sea buckthorn seeds for about 20 minutes over low heat in 250 ml of water. The resulting decoction is cooled, taken orally 2-3 tablespoons 3 or 4 times a day before meals.

Brewed tree bark or finely chopped young shoots are an excellent regenerating, wound-healing potion. Anti-inflammatory, restorative decoctions and teas are also made from the bark.

Sea buckthorn juice, berry jam, alcoholic infusions from bark or shoots are healthy, natural, valuable products that are pure natural “cure” for many diseases. The main thing is to use them wisely, not exceeding the recommended dose, and also do not forget about taking them regularly.

Sea buckthorn - contraindications and harm

They also exist, they need to be taken into account, because each “medicine” has its pros and cons. For example, individual intolerance or allergy to sea buckthorn may occur. If a person suffers from acute inflammatory liver diseases, as well as diseases of the gallbladder, then treatment with sea buckthorn derivatives is contraindicated for him. If you have kidney or bladder stones, acidosis (increased stomach acidity), chronic diarrhea, or low blood pressure, you should not consume sea buckthorn. The ban includes acute forms of gastric or intestinal diseases.

How can you tell if you are experiencing side effects from sea buckthorn:

• Itching and rashes appeared on the skin.
• There was a feeling of bitterness in the mouth after taking decoction, tea, or sea buckthorn oil.
• The breathing rhythm was disrupted, profuse salivation appeared, and it became difficult to breathe.
• The eyes began to swell or swelling appeared at the site of external use of the oil.

Sea buckthorn oil during pregnancy and gynecology

Sea buckthorn oil is not a new remedy in gynecology. It was used many centuries ago in the treatment of various diseases and pathologies of the uterus, vagina and appendages. If you use the oil in its pure form, you can even use it to cauterize cervical erosions, for which various laser and radio wave treatments are used. These methods require money, which cannot be said about the natural composition.

With the help of oil, it is easy to cure infectious and bactericidal lesions of the vagina, which is often effective during pregnancy. By the way, a pregnant woman is susceptible to various infections, since her immunity is reduced due to pregnancy.

As a rule, the use of medications can be prohibited - they easily pass the placenta barrier and provoke complications in the development of the fetus.

Sea buckthorn oil effectively eliminates infectious components during pregnancy without having a negative effect on the fetus. Therefore, gynecologists often advise using sea buckthorn oil as a preventive measure or during treatment. But using tampons with oil yourself is strictly prohibited.

Preparations in pharmacies based on sea buckthorn

The benefits of orange berries are known not only to traditional healers. Official medicine uses the properties of sea buckthorn in dermatology, otolaryngology, dentistry and gynecology. Sea buckthorn is often prescribed for the prevention of vitamin deficiency, for anemia in pregnant women, and during rehabilitation after illness.

Sea buckthorn oil

In pharmacies there is sea buckthorn oil prepared industrially from different manufacturers. It is used externally, internally, locally. The red-orange liquid of an oily consistency has a characteristic odor; a slight sediment is allowed.

Indications for prescribing the drug are:

• lesions of mucous membranes and skin;
• postoperative wounds, radiation injuries, burns;
• acute and chronic periodontal disease, mouth ulcers;
• stomach and duodenal ulcers;
• gynecological diseases;
• rectal fissures, hemorrhoids.

Typically, manufacturers package the oil in dark polymer bottles (50 or 100 ml) or glass containers (30, 50 and 100 ml). The price of pharmaceutical sea buckthorn oil starts from 51 rubles. for 30 ml.

Oil in capsules

The encapsulated drug is easy to take orally and dosage, has no characteristic odor or taste, and retains its medicinal properties longer due to its tightness. Gelatin capsules may contain 200 or 300 mg.

Approximate dosages for various indications:

• for ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract - up to 8 capsules before each meal;
• for cancer of the esophagus or stomach during radiotherapy - 12 pcs. daily;
• for hypertension and atherosclerosis – up to 6 capsules per day;
• for angina pectoris – 10 pcs. per day;
• preventive dose – 1 pc. 3 times a day;
• for children under 6 years old – 1 capsule before breakfast.

Prices for sea buckthorn oil in capsules from domestic manufacturers range from 120 to 220 rubles per package. Imported analogues of the drug cost from 2 to 4 thousand rubles.

Candles with sea buckthorn

Solid suppositories are used rectally and vaginally. Candles of bright orange color, torpedo-shaped elongated shape are packaged in contour cellular packages of 5 pcs. and placed in cardboard packs.

Indications for the use of suppositories with sea buckthorn oil:

• cracks and ulcers of the rectum;
• radiation damage to the lower intestine;
• proctitis, sphincteritis;
• cervical erosion;
• candidiasis.

The introduction of suppositories is carried out in 1 suppository in the following courses, depending on age:

• up to 6 years – 1 time per day at night;
• from 6 to 14 years – up to 2 times a day according to indications;
• adults – 2 times a day.

Treatment is continued for 7 to 15 days, depending on the degree of the disease. After a 4-week break, therapy can be repeated.

How to take sea buckthorn oil?

Now we should look at the question of how to take sea buckthorn oil internally or externally, since differences in pathologies entail the use of certain methods. So, here are the following possible ways to use sea buckthorn oil:

• Taking the oil internally – use it in its pure form, a teaspoon 3 times a day. Such a concentration cannot be taken in certain cases - the doctor himself will prescribe the use of the drug internally, depending on the existing health problems. The course of treatment ranges from 10 days to 2 months, which is also determined by the doctor.
• Suppositories and tampons - used for insertion into the rectum to treat hemorrhoids and fissures, as well as into the vagina to eliminate gynecological problems. A standard tampon is made from gauze and cotton wool, soaked in oil and used for its intended purpose.
• To treat sinusitis and other inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system, inhalations with sea buckthorn oil are used.
• To treat intestinal diseases, it is recommended to do microenemas using solutions based on sea buckthorn.
• Gauze bandages are simply applied to the affected areas of the skin.

The doctor will tell you exactly how to take the drug, depending on the existing pathology and disease. Here the doctor will prescribe an acceptable course of intake and a regimen for using sea buckthorn oil.

Use of oil for gastrointestinal diseases

The benefits of sea buckthorn oil for the stomach are explained by its ability to envelop the mucous membrane with a protective film and speed up the process of its recovery. It is recommended to take it both for gastritis and stomach ulcers.

How to drink with gastritis

1. For gastritis with high acidity, take 1 tsp of oil. before meals in the morning and evening for a month. Those suffering from gastritis can consume sea buckthorn exclusively in the form of a fat extract, since whole berries will only increase the acidity.
2. To treat gastritis with low acidity, drink the drug in the same dosage, but three times a day. It is recommended to drink it with alkalizing mineral water. Treatment lasts 1 month, the course can be repeated no earlier than six months later.
3. Sea buckthorn oil for erosive gastritis is taken, as in the previous case, three times a day, but 1 tbsp.
4. People suffering from atrophic gastritis consume it in minimal quantities - 1 dessert spoon in the morning on an empty stomach. Wash it down with milk. Treatment should not last longer than 1 month.

Stomach ulcer

To treat stomach ulcers, start taking sea buckthorn oil with 1 dessert spoon half an hour before your morning meal for a month. If the dynamics are positive, from the second month the dosage is increased to 1 tbsp. and drink the product 2-3 times a day. Before taking this or that folk remedy for a stomach ulcer, you should consult a doctor about dosages, since they directly depend on the stage of development of the disease.

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Constipation

With the help of sea buckthorn oil you can also cope with intestinal disorders. It is actively used for constipation in adults and children. To obtain a laxative effect, 1 tsp is enough. means before meals. In case of a chronic course, treatment is continued for 3-4 weeks. For children under 12 years old, instead of ingesting it, it is preferable to do enemas with the addition of oil (2-3 tablespoons per 100 ml of water).

Sea buckthorn oil in cosmetology

As mentioned above, the oil composition of sea buckthorn is effectively used in cosmetology. There are several methods here, which are conventionally divided into subgroups.

Sea buckthorn oil for hair

Hair masks with sea buckthorn oil have the following effects:

• strengthen the roots, thereby preventing baldness;
• restore hair that is often dyed or permed;
• eliminate dandruff, itching and other scalp problems;
• restore shine to strands;
• treat scalp diseases;
• make strands obedient.

There are a huge number of hair masks that have different effects. The most popular include the following:

1. Mask for hair loss - the product is simply heated in a water bath in the amount of 2-3 tablespoons and rubbed into the scalp. After 1.5-2 hours, wash off the composition using shampoo.
2. Mask for split ends - mix an egg, a tablespoon of sour cream and 2 tablespoons each of olive and sea buckthorn oils. The composition is carefully applied to the roots and along the entire length of the hair, washed off after 2 hours.
3. Mask for restoring strands - here 2 tablespoons of burdock and sea buckthorn oils, 2 tablespoons of castor oil are mixed, 3 drops of vitamins A and B are added to the resulting mixture. The entire composition is heated in a water bath and applied to the scalp with gentle massage movements. The remaining mixture should be distributed over the entire length. Wrap your head in a towel, rinse off the composition after 40 minutes using shampoo.

There are other hair masks, where the prepared composition is based on sea buckthorn oil.

Trichologists talk about the possibility of applying heated sea buckthorn oil to the hair if there are problems of any nature.

Sea buckthorn for face

Sea buckthorn oil for the face has a moisturizing and regenerating effect, so masks based on it are used to prevent wrinkles and restore damaged epidermis. The most effective ones include the following recipes:

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1. Mix one yolk, add a tablespoon of butter and sour cream to it - mix the whole mixture thoroughly. The composition is applied to the face for literally 15 minutes, after which it is washed off with cool water.
2. Mix 2 tablespoons of sea buckthorn oil, a tablespoon of honey (heated in a water bath) and aloe juice. You can add a few drops of geranium oil. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the face. After half an hour, wash off the composition with warm water.
3. Use sea buckthorn oil and yellow cosmetic clay, which are mixed in a 1:2 ratio. The resulting mixture is applied to the face and left for no more than 25 minutes, after which the mask is washed off with warm water.

Sea buckthorn oil in cosmetology is not an innovation. It was used many years ago in the treatment of nail fungus, to prevent baldness, and for better hair growth after forced shaving due to the development of pediculosis.

Today one should not shun the use of oil in the treatment of skin diseases and other cosmetic problems.

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It is effective and safe because the product is natural. For greater safety, you can make your own composition from sea buckthorn.

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How to cook sea buckthorn berries at home?

The modern pharmacological industry sufficiently supplies the pharmacy chain with sea buckthorn preparation, and buying it is not a problem. However, the quality of the product does not always satisfy buyers, which is why experts prefer to make it with their own hands. There are several ways to make sea buckthorn oil at home from sea buckthorn. To obtain a high-quality product, the following preparatory measures should be taken:

• select ripe berries without defects;
• rinse them, changing the water several times;
• spread on the surface in one layer and dry thoroughly.

To avoid a decrease in the quality of the resulting preparation and to avoid oxidation of the material, contact of the berries with a metal vessel should be avoided. There are several simple methods for making oil from sea buckthorn at home: from seeds, from cake, which are poured with olive oil, which is saturated with useful substances.

You can simply prepare sea buckthorn oil at home; the recipe for the most concentrated product allows you to make this from fresh berries.

1. Sea buckthorn fruits, after appropriate preparation, are placed on a baking sheet in the oven to dry.
2. When the fruits become completely hard, they must be cooled and ground to a powder state, and then poured with olive oil heated to 60 degrees.
3. The thoroughly mixed mass is placed in a dark place for 7 days, remembering to stir daily.
4. Within a week, the plant material will saturate the product with its healing elements. The small concentration of the resulting oil - 15-20% - can be increased if a new portion of the powder is refilled with the filtered resulting fresh oil and allowed to brew for another week.

There is a recipe for making high-concentration sea buckthorn oil; the disadvantage of this method is the wasteful consumption of raw materials. However, the high quality of the product does not allow you to regret the costs. The recipe consists of the following steps:

• grind the berries in a meat grinder;
• separate the juice from the cake;
• pour the juice into a wide non-metallic vessel (for easy collection of oil);
• placed in a dark place for a day;
• after a thin oil layer appears on top, carefully remove it with a spoon;
• pour it into an opaque glass bottle and store it in the refrigerator.

In order to make one bottle of sea buckthorn oil at home, the process must be repeated several times. But you will get a truly valuable, high-quality product made with your own hands.

For whom is sea buckthorn useful?

Almost all parts of this plant have medicinal properties: leaves, berries and roots help with various disorders in the body. The results of many observations indicate that sea buckthorn may be useful for:

• gastrointestinal disorders, including ulcers;
• gout;
• skin rashes;
• infectious diseases;
• blurred vision;
• diseases of the colon;
• deterioration of the brain and nervous system;
• inflammation;
• weakened immune system;
• asthma;
• fatty degeneration of liver cells.

Sea buckthorn is also useful for:

• cancer prevention;
• lowering cholesterol;
• stimulation of lymphatic circulation;
• decreased appetite (due to Omega-7);
• improving the condition of skin and hair;
• neutralization of free radicals;
• slowing down the aging process of the body;
• improving the functioning of internal organs;
• improving the condition of mucous membranes;
• maintaining the genitourinary system.

Benefits of capsules

Today, the most popular form of release of medicines and nutritional supplements among buyers is the capsule form. Thanks to the smooth shell, the process of swallowing capsules is much easier than tablets.

In addition, contact between the contents of the capsule and the oral cavity is completely eliminated, which prevents you from feeling the bitterness of the drug and its not always pleasant aroma.

The gel capsule shell dissolves in that part of the digestive system where the absorption of the beneficial components of the oil into the bloodstream is most effective.

The capsules are convenient to take with you on the road or to work. There is no risk that the contents will spill, staining other things.

Capsules are much easier to store. Typically, oil packaged in bottles is recommended to be stored in the refrigerator, where it will not be spoiled by sunlight and high air temperatures. Capsules can be kept together with other medications and active supplements. Also, when you open the bottle, you give access to air flow to the oil each time, which also significantly reduces shelf life. This is impossible with capsules.

Sea buckthorn in cooking

Milk drink with sea buckthorn.

To 500 g of chilled milk add 4 - 5 tablespoons of sweetened sea buckthorn juice with pulp. Beat the mixture with a mixer. Serve in tall glasses.

Sea buckthorn jelly with viburnum juice.

To 1 liter of sea buckthorn juice with pulp, add 150 g of viburnum juice and 20 g of gelatin, pre-soaked in water for 6 hours. Heat the mixture, add 0.7 - 1 kg of sugar and cook until tender.

Sea buckthorn mousse.

Bring 2 cups of sweetened sea buckthorn juice with pulp to a boil, add 40 g of semolina (2 level tablespoons) in a thin stream, cook, stirring, for 10 minutes. Cool to about 40C, beat thoroughly, pour into molds and cool.

Sea buckthorn jam with walnuts.

Boil 200 g of chopped walnuts for 20 minutes in sugar syrup (1.5 kg of sugar per 2 glasses of water), cool to about 80C. Pour 1 kg of prepared sea buckthorn berries into the syrup, bring to a boil, and then cook over low heat until tender. Store jam in sterilized jars.

Sea buckthorn honey.

Place natural sweetened sea buckthorn juice without pulp in the refrigerator near the freezer.

After some time, it thickens, crystallizes and turns into honey with a fine and delicate structure, not very sweet.

Butter fortified with sea buckthorn.

To 1 kg of fresh butter add 400 g of sugar and 400 g of sea buckthorn juice with pulp. Beat the mixture with a mixer. Keep refrigerated. Use for making sandwiches and pastry cream.

Features of a medicinal plant

Sea buckthorn. Botanical illustration by Jacob Sturm from the book "Deutschlands Flora in Abbildungen", 1796.

The green fruits of sea buckthorn taste like pineapple, which is why the shrub is popularly called the “northern pineapple.” Ripe fruits have a pleasant sweet and sour taste. But this plant is valued not only for its taste, but also for its medicinal properties.

Area

In the European part, sea buckthorn can most often be found in forest belts, plantings along roads and railway tracks, on the banks of rivers, lakes, on the sea coast, in ravines, on slopes and cliffs. Sea buckthorn roots anchor loose soils and sands well. Sea buckthorn is widespread in the south of Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. But this species also takes root well in Siberia, the Sayan Mountains, Transbaikalia, even in India and Pakistan. This plant is cultivated on plantations for use for medicinal purposes, cosmetology, and the food industry. Sea buckthorn takes root well in parks and gardens and is often grown as a hedge.

Sea buckthorn.

Chuya sea buckthorn.

Sea buckthorn willow.

Types of sea buckthorn

There are 71 varieties of sea buckthorn registered in Russia. Breeders are actively working on developing new varieties: with a high content of all useful substances, large fruits, high yield, dessert taste, and absence of thorns. In the wild, a shrub or tree can grow for up to 30 years. The maximum height of a bush is 6 m, a tree is 15 m. The most popular wild species in our region is sea buckthorn. What other species and varieties are considered the most beneficial?

• Chuya sea buckthorn. A popular garden shrub variety. Its peculiarity is sparse thorns, sweet fruits, and high yield. The height of the bush is no more than 4 m and does not require heavy pruning.
• Sea buckthorn willow. This is a wild species that is found in India, Nepal, China, and Bhutan. The height of the plant reaches 15 m, the shrub is found in the highlands up to 3500 m. The local population uses the berries and leaves to make tea. The fruits are also used for polishing precious metals. This variety is not found in Europe.

Collection and preparation

Now there is a lot of information about the conditions for growing sea buckthorn, its various varieties, as well as a huge selection of seedlings. Therefore, many avid summer residents and gardeners try to grow this shrub on their own, and do it quite successfully. For some varieties, the first harvest can be harvested the very next year after planting. With a good yield, up to 15 kg of berries are removed from the bush in 7–8 years.

• Start of collection. The berries are harvested in the fall - in September or October. However, the fruits can remain on the branches throughout the winter. Ripe fruits should be bright yellow or orange, firm, with dark dots on the skin.
• Features of the collection. Some people prefer to leave the berries until the first frost, after which the fruits are easily removed. However, there is a risk that the berries will become a delicacy for birds. There is also an opinion that fruits lose some of their nutrients during frosts. Collecting sea buckthorn is a troublesome task. The reason for this is the thorns and tightly attached fruits, which can easily be damaged during picking. Some people prefer to cut the branches and then pick the berries from them. This method harms the bush, which does not like heavy pruning. How to properly collect fruits? You need to be patient and wear thick gloves. The berries can be scraped into a container or shaken off the branches by placing a piece of cloth under the tree.
• Drying. Fruits can be dried naturally. But in damp weather and cold, it is better to dry them in an oven or electric dryer. The readiness and quality of the raw material is indicated by its dark red color and pleasant aroma.
• Storage. It is important to remember that sea buckthorn fruits quickly deteriorate during transportation. They need to be collected in small hard containers, carefully poured and washed during processing. The permissible shelf life of fresh fruits is 4 days, in the refrigerator - 7 days. The shelf life of dry raw materials is 2 years. Frozen berries can be stored for no more than six months.
• Harvesting other parts of the plant. In addition to the fruits, the bark, leaves, and seeds of the plant are collected. The leaves are collected in the spring, during the flowering period of the bush. Dried naturally and stored in the same way as berries. The bark needs to be harvested in early spring.

Sea buckthorn is an unpretentious, frost-resistant plant. Its average life expectancy is 20 years. In addition, it is also a beautiful ornamental shrub that requires careful pruning after 10 years of life.

Healing effect

What are the pharmacological and healing properties of sea buckthorn?

• Anti-inflammatory.
• Wound healing.
• General strengthening.
• Multivitamin.
• Tonic.
• Painkiller.
• Bactericidal.
• Epithelializing.
• Laxative.

The most valuable thing in sea buckthorn is vitamins. Ripe fruits are a natural reserve of carotene (vitamin A), ascorbic acid (vitamin C), as well as vitamins E, F, P and group B. The chemical composition of the plant also contains:

• fatty oil;
• flavonoids;
• Sahara;
• organic acids;
• tannins;
• minerals.

Beneficial properties are also contained in sea buckthorn leaves, its bark, and seeds. The leaves contain a lot of vitamin C, A, tannin, tannins; in the cortex - alkaloids and serotonin, substances with antitumor properties; The seeds contain fatty oil, a lot of vitamins E, group B, and tannin.

Indications for use

What does sea buckthorn treat? In what areas of traditional medicine, for what diagnoses and symptoms is it used?

• Gastroenterology. Used for inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. The remedy is especially effective for chronic pancreatitis, peptic ulcers, colitis and enterocolitis, and tumors of the esophagus. For hemorrhoids and rectal fissures, microenemas are given with the addition of sea buckthorn oil and anti-inflammatory herbs. The remedy is also useful for liver damage, especially alcohol poisoning. Sea buckthorn cleanses the gastrointestinal tract and acts as a mild laxative.
• Endocrinology. The product normalizes metabolic processes, removes toxins from the body, and acts as an antioxidant drug. Sea buckthorn can be taken for diabetes, but under medical supervision.
• The cardiovascular system. Sea buckthorn and blood pressure is an issue that requires separate consideration. Thanks to its vasodilating properties, the plant is effective for hypertension, that is, it reduces and regulates blood pressure and normalizes blood circulation. Although it was previously believed that due to its tonic properties, the berry can increase blood pressure.
• Antitumor agent. There are positive reviews about the treatment of cancer with this berry. In folk herbalists you can find recipes using sea buckthorn for early stage cancer. The most effective remedy for malignant tumors of the stomach and esophagus; the fruits of this plant inhibit the growth of malignant cells.
• General strengthening agent. Drinks made from sea buckthorn are useful for the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections, influenza, colds, spring vitamin deficiency, and scurvy. It can also be taken as an antipyretic and diaphoretic for fever. Fresh juice is a good cough suppressant.
• External use. Due to its epithelializing and wound-healing properties, sea buckthorn (especially oil) is widely used in gynecology for the treatment of cervical erosion. The drug is also prescribed in otolaryngology for the treatment of sinusitis, sore throat, otitis, and tonsillitis. For lesions of the oral mucosa (gingivitis, stomatitis, periodontal disease), this plant is also effective. Sea buckthorn is used to treat ulcers, bedsores, cracks, burns (including radiation), frostbite, phlegmon, inflammatory processes on the skin and mucous membranes, psoriasis, eczema. It is noteworthy that for dermatological problems, burns of the esophagus and throat, sea buckthorn is also taken orally.

Contraindications for sea buckthorn include: acute forms of diseases of the digestive system (especially the pancreas and gall bladder); hepatitis; chronic diarrhea; allergy to carotene; diseases of the immune system. Take berries in any form with caution for hypotension. You should know: fresh fruits and juice greatly increase secretion and have a stronger effect than tea, decoction, oil or tincture.

Contraindications

Like any remedy, sea buckthorn and medicines based on it have certain contraindications and rules regarding administration. You may be allergic to this phytocomponent. If, after external or internal use of decoction, infusion, tea, oil and other medicines or products, allergic symptoms appear (itching, skin rashes, watery eyes, nasal congestion, swelling, etc.), you should immediately stop treatment and take an antihistamine.

Medicines based on berries are strictly contraindicated for indigestion and acute diseases of the gallbladder, as well as for urolithiasis and severe liver damage. Overweight people and those with diabetes should take sea buckthorn remedies with extreme caution.

Sea buckthorn during pregnancy

During pregnancy and lactation, medications made from sea buckthorn oil are prohibited. You can take infusions and decoctions of berries, enjoy sweets, but in small quantities. By the way, they have a mild laxative effect, which is very important for many expectant mothers (constipation is one of the common problems of pregnant women).

Features of the use of sea buckthorn by children

Children are allowed to take sea buckthorn products from 9 months (if there is no allergy). First, it should be an unsweetened berry compote, then you can make tea; from the age of 3, jams and other sea buckthorn sweets are allowed (in moderation).

Useful properties of sea buckthorn

Absolutely everything in this tree is useful. Important properties of sea buckthorn include:

• Strengthening the immune system.
• Prevention of vitamin deficiency and blood clots.
• Reducing glucose and cholesterol levels.
• Improving the elasticity of blood vessels.
• Increased potency.

Beneficial properties of sea buckthorn leaves

The leaves of the sea buckthorn bush contain tannin, which has an anti-inflammatory and astringent effect. In addition, ascorbic acid, various tannins and serotonin were detected. This is the same pleasure hormone that has a beneficial effect on the central nervous system and controls hormonal balance.

Beneficial properties of sea buckthorn berries

Fresh sea buckthorn berries contain a high dose of vitamin C, provitamin A, members of group B, as well as folic acid and tocopherol, which are of particular benefit to pregnant women. In addition, they contain a lot of microelements: silicon, iron, sulfur, magnesium and boron.

Useful properties of sea buckthorn berries. Photo: cont.ws

Benefits of sea buckthorn for the body

Tea is prepared from sea buckthorn leaves, which has beneficial properties and is used as a preventive method, for example, for atherosclerosis or high blood pressure. In addition, this decoction is recommended for diabetics, because it reduces blood glucose. Tea also has an immunostimulating effect and actively helps in the fight against infections.

The fruits of fresh sea buckthorn will bring the greatest benefit to the body. They contain a little more than 3% sugar, carboxylic acids and many vitamins (C, PP, K, E, B1, B2) and microelements.

Unfortunately, fruits cannot be stored for a long time, and therefore various dishes are prepared from them.

Sea buckthorn contains:

• vitamin K, which takes an active part in metabolism;
• Vitamin P prevents blood from clotting;
• beta-carotene regulates the functioning of the lacrimal, sweat and sex glands;
• provitamin A, E and vitamins from group B;
• as well as many substances and microelements.

Sea buckthorn fruits are used to prevent diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, female and male reproductive systems, upper respiratory systems, and dermatological problems.

It is important to study the restrictions when taking sea buckthorn so that there are no negative consequences.

Benefits of sea buckthorn

In the Far East, sea buckthorn is known as a remedy against skin irritation; its juice is used to treat sunburn, wounds, inflammation, ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract, and is also used for coughs. Back in the 1940s, Russian scientists began to study the chemical composition of sea buckthorn leaves and berries. As a result of most scientific experiments, their healing properties have been proven. In addition, scientists have discovered that sea buckthorn berries are one of the most nutritious foods on the planet.

Among many other benefits of sea buckthorn, scientists have confirmed its ability to heal wounds, including those on the mucous membranes of the digestive organs. The high concentration of some unique fatty acids contained in sea buckthorn explains its healing properties for eczema, dermatitis, and burns. It is interesting that it was sea buckthorn products that were widely used to treat skin lesions among liquidators of the Chernobyl accident.

Chemical composition

Sea buckthorn, the medicinal properties of which have been known to people since ancient times, is a unique combination of valuable vitamins and micro- and macroelements.
Its berries contain approximately 4.5% carotenoids, as well as 2.57% water-soluble carbohydrates, 4.4–9% fatty oils and 2.8% organic acids. Sea buckthorn fruits contain pectins, triterpene acids, B-sitosterol and even the “happiness” hormone - serotonin. In addition, berries are rich in vitamins B, P, E, K and C, choline, phenolic compounds and flavonoids. In general, sea buckthorn contains about 15 different microelements, including magnesium, iron and others. All this makes sea buckthorn raw materials ideal for the preparation of effective, natural medicines. Sea buckthorn bark and leaves are rich in the alkaloid hippopheine, which has a wound-healing and regenerating effect.

Contraindications and side effects

This product, like any drug, has contraindications for use. Before using it for medicinal and prophylactic purposes, you should study the composition of the drug and the instructions for sea buckthorn oil capsules. This medicine should not be taken orally by patients with individual intolerance to the components it contains.

In addition, sea buckthorn oil should not be taken orally for diseases such as:

• Cholangitis is inflammation of the bile ducts.
• Hepatitis is an inflammatory disease of the liver.
• Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder.
• Pancreatitis is an inflammatory disease of the pancreas.

Due to the fact that the drug contains a huge number of elements, it can become a provoking factor in the occurrence of allergic reactions. It is for this reason that it is necessary to use it with caution when carrying a child and breastfeeding, and in addition, for children under 12 years of age.

Before taking sea buckthorn oil capsules, it is necessary to conduct a sensitivity test to avoid an allergic reaction. To carry out the procedure, take a small amount of sea buckthorn oil and apply it to the crook of your elbow or the back of your wrist. You need to wait 30 minutes and then observe the reaction. When there is no itching, rash, redness or burning, the oil can be used. If all these conditions have manifested themselves, then it is prohibited to do this. It is important to remember that you should not use oil with other vitamin preparations, otherwise hypervitaminosis may begin.

The benefits of sea buckthorn for women, men, children

• For women. Sea buckthorn is useful not only for various inflammations of the genitourinary area. This is one of the safest herbal preparations, which is allowed during pregnancy if there are no general contraindications. It is prescribed to pregnant women as a multivitamin. To prevent stretch marks, sea buckthorn oil is rubbed into the skin to increase its elasticity. You can also drink sea buckthorn to a nursing mother. However, you should remember the high content of carotene in the fruit, which can cause allergies in the baby. Therefore, small doses of drinks made from this berry are recommended.
• For men. Sea buckthorn is a recognized folk remedy for increasing potency. Due to the high content of tocopherol (vitamin E), the berry is beneficial for the reproductive function of middle-aged men.
• For children. Unfortunately, children are often allergic to sea buckthorn. But if there is no allergic reaction, then this is an indispensable product in a child’s winter diet. It is useful to give the drink during ARVI, influenza, as well as during the recovery period after illness, to strengthen the immune system.

The benefits and harms of sea buckthorn are well known in folk medicine, but have also been studied in scientific medical practice. This berry is most useful in the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, but it cannot be taken (especially fresh) during an exacerbation. This is a good wound-healing, bactericidal agent that is used in dermatology, gynecology, otolaryngology, and dentistry. It is often prescribed for the prevention of viral infections and vitamin deficiency.

Use in folk medicine

In ancient times, herbalists used sea buckthorn to treat many diseases. For example, sea buckthorn juice was once used to treat intestinal dysfunction and decreased gastric secretion. It was recommended to drink a decoction of the berries for rheumatism, diabetes, vitamin deficiency and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. A decoction made from berry seeds is useful to drink for chronic constipation (take a tablespoon of seeds per glass of water). It is good to take this medicine one tablespoon three times a day. A decoction of the leaves of the tree also has healing properties. It is recommended for the treatment of scurvy, vitamin deficiency, salt deposits, gout and rheumatism. An infusion of the leaves helps in the treatment of periodontal disease and sore throat, and a decoction of the branches is good to drink for indigestion. Decoctions and infusions of sea buckthorn bark are recommended to be used to treat dysentery, as well as to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. As a general tonic, traditional healers recommend drinking tea from a mixture of sea buckthorn leaves, mint, raspberries and strawberries. A drink made from sea buckthorn juice (3 l), oregano infusion (3 l), honey (2 kg) and alcohol (2 l) is also useful. This remedy is known in folk medicine as a medicine against atherosclerosis and respiratory diseases; it is good to drink to remove toxins and radionuclides; it is externally useful for treating eczema, burns and frostbite. Sea buckthorn oil is also extremely useful, which has also been used by folk healers and herbalists since ancient times.

Is it possible for pregnant and lactating women to eat sea buckthorn?

There are no contraindications for the use of sea buckthorn during pregnancy and products made from it, except for intolerance to the substances. The berries will be useful for seasonal respiratory infections and to prevent constipation. Sea buckthorn vitamins are useful in the early stages for the proper formation of the fetus and prevent disturbances in its development.

The beneficial properties of sea buckthorn will also be useful during breastfeeding; you can eat the berries, drink the juice, this will enhance lactation and strengthen the baby’s immune system. The oil will help cure cracked nipples, a mixture of juice and milk (3 tbsp per 1 tbsp) will help cure colds.

Where can I buy?

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The drug contains vitamin E, which strengthens the immune system, has a wound-healing effect and relieves inflammation.

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B vitamins ensure the normal functioning of the digestive system, central nervous system, blood vessels and heart, and muscle tissue. This vitamin has a beneficial effect on the nail plate, hair and skin. Deficiency of B vitamins leads to ulcers and anemia.

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Role in the body

Treats inflammation and arthritis

An extract obtained from sea buckthorn leaves helps in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. This conclusion was made by scientists after an experiment conducted on laboratory mice. Researchers say a similar effect is possible in the human body.

Antioxidant effects

Sea buckthorn juice has strong antioxidant properties. But not so long ago, researchers discovered that similar abilities are also characteristic of the leaves of the plant. In particular, infusions and decoctions of sea buckthorn leaves, along with berry juice, are useful for the prevention of age-related diseases, including cardiovascular disease, macular degeneration, and Alzheimer's disease.

These same products are useful for treating acne, preventing early wrinkles and sagging skin.

Antibacterial agent

Sea buckthorn extract inhibits the proliferation of bacteria pathogenic to the human body. In particular, this berry can be useful for the treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, and enterococci.

Strengthens the cardiovascular system

In Chinese medicine, sea buckthorn is known as a herbal medicine for the heart and blood vessels. Researchers have found that after 2 months of eating berries, blood pressure decreases, heart rate normalizes, and the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in the bloodstream decreases, which together reduces the load on the heart and blood vessels. In addition, it was discovered that the berries contain flavonoid substances that facilitate blood flow to the heart.

Prevents cancer

Indian researchers, after several experiments, stated that sea buckthorn berry extract reliably protects against cancer. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, sea buckthorn protects the cells of the human body from mutations, and also helps to activate proteins, whose role is to protect against mutagens.

Improves skin condition

One of the components of sea buckthorn is palmitoleic acid (Omega-7), which is also present in human skin. It is thanks to this acid that sea buckthorn oil is an excellent remedy for healing burns and wounds, eliminating skin diseases and infections. In addition, the oil promotes skin regeneration and protects it from UV radiation.

Benefits for diabetes

Researchers are still studying the benefits of sea buckthorn for people with diabetes. But experiments already conducted have proven that the berry is useful for regulating sugar in the bloodstream. It not only reduces glucose levels, but also prevents hypo- and hyperglycemia.

Helps you lose weight

Most people know that excess body weight can cause all sorts of health problems, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Scientists have found several chemical compounds in sea buckthorn leaves that accelerate the breakdown of fats and accelerate weight loss.