Putting a pot with a beautiful flower on the window sill, people do not always think about what benefits can be obtained from it. Meanwhile, in addition to decorating the home, many plants, because of their beneficial properties, are used in the preparation of medicines, dietary supplements and even sports complexes. This article will discuss one of these plants, namely, geranium, another name for which is pelargonium.
Healing properties
Geranium is widely used in the treatment of various diseases. Its mere presence in the house already has a healing effect: bactericidal substances secreted by its leaves purify the air in the room, calm the nervous system and improve sleep.
Geranium is used for attacks of neuralgia and angina pectoris to normalize pressure, dissolve kidney stones and relieve toothache. Compresses of crushed leaves are used in the exacerbation of osteochondrosis and sciatica.
The plant is good for treating colds.: Squeeze the leaves with infusions of leaves, bury juice in the nose, and crumpled leaves, rolled up into a tube, put in otitis ears. It is also recommended to wash her head with hair decoction for hair loss.
The use of the extract in sports and sports nutrition
Geranium with antiseptic and analgesic properties is also used in sports environments. When it is applied, muscle and ligament sprains, abrasions, and bruises heal faster.
Essential oils contained in the plant, reduce the release of subcutaneous fat and relieve cellulite, therefore, geranium oil - one of the most effective means for losing weight and can be used for wrapping. An additional advantage of this procedure will be clean, smooth and taut skin.
Fat burners
Fat burners are preparations for sports nutrition, aimed at weight loss. Tablets have a strong effect on the central nervous system, increasing energy, and contribute to an increase in muscle mass, which is why they are often used in serious sports, in particular, bodybuilders.
Some athletes believe that such tools may well replace pre-training. There are fat burners for both men and women.
Pretraining
Pre-training complexes (pre-training, or pre-training), in contrast to fat burning, are designed specifically to give strength to the athlete before a grueling workout. They give the nervous system a kind of "push":
- improve mood;
- activity;
- cause a surge of strength;
- give the effect of concentration.
Pre-workouts with geraniums are the most powerful and effective, and quickly gained popularity among athletes who want to increase the result of their workouts. Such complexes give a tangible increase in energy, concentration in training and in themselves act as a good fat burner. But it is worth remembering about the negative effects of such drugs on the body.
Side effects of pre-workouts with geraniums:
- high blood pressure;
- anxiety, anxiety;
- rapid pulse;
- insomnia;
- headache;
- trembling and sweating;
- if you exceed the recommended dosages possible tachycardia and stroke.
You can find pre-workouts with geraniums in various online sports nutrition stores, as well as on the websites of manufacturers, official suppliers, pharmacies and specialty stores. The cost of these drugs - from 1500 to 4000r.
They should be applied for 30 minutes before the start of classes and strictly according to the specified instructions, not exceeding the dose. To test the body's response to the complex, it is recommended to consume only half of the portion at the first dose.
Important! People with high blood pressure, overweight, problems with the central nervous system and health in general should refrain from taking such drugs.
If your body is trained and you want to increase the effectiveness of your workout, It is recommended not to take pre-workout and fat burner at the same time due to the high caffeine content in these funds.
From the video you will learn about the dangers, contraindications and side effects of pre-training complexes. Doctor's comment:
DMAA drug - what is it?
DMAA, as well as geranamine and methylhexanamine, is the strongest in terms of its effect on the body among the pre-training complexes. These are different names for geranium extract. It does not get them all varieties of plants, but only from one that grows in China.
Unlike other pretrains with geraniums, where it is a part along with other components, DMAA consists entirely of it. Sometimes it may contain caffeine and other additional components, usually no more than two. Side effects of the drug:
anxiety, fear, anxiety;- increased arousal;
- a significant decrease in energy, lethargy after exercise;
- headache;
- nausea;
- dry mouth;
- high blood pressure;
- acceleration of heartbeat;
- insomnia;
- possible tachycardia, heart attack and stroke in excess of the maximum dosage.
anxiety, fear, anxiety;Watch the DMAA video:
Non-Harmful Effects
Since 2010, the drug is banned for professional athletes by the World Anti-Doping Federationand a few years later in the United States was withdrawn from sale due to a fatal case.
Banned in some Western countries. At the very beginning of the reception causes a strong feeling close to euphoria, but then the mental well-being of people using it greatly deteriorates. Many have a condition like a hangover.
Despite all the risks and possible consequences, the complex remains one of the most popular, and the number of people who want to buy it does not decrease. DMAA allowed for sale in Russia, and you can find it in specialized stores at suppliers, in pharmacies and in sportpit online stores.
The average cost is 2-3 thousand rubles. DMAA should be consumed 30-60 minutes before a workout and before 18:00. Daily intake - 20-100mg. It is best to break into three doses between meals.
In no case should not exceed the specified dosage! Even 25mg can be enough for experienced athletes to start taking, and beginners are advised to start with a lower dose. It is strictly forbidden to combine DMAA with alcohol, as well as with other predrills and fat burners.
Athletes who take geranium extract offer its counterpart - DMHA (octodrine), permitted in countries with a ban on geranamine and having about the same effect on the body. It is extremely undesirable to take a great interest in taking medications, since it leads to the body getting used to, reducing its effectiveness and adverse effects on the central nervous system. The drug is prohibited for persons under 18 years of age.
