The Biznaga is a medicinal plant with incredible benefits and properties to eliminate kidney stones (or kidney stones). Discover its qualities and how to make your infusion.
La Biznaga is a medicinal plant used since ancient times, in which the Egyptian civilization used to remove kidney stones. This plant is also known as toothpicks, and it was also used for that purpose, as a makeshift toothpick.
Biznaga belongs to the “Cactaceae” family, its scientific name is “Ammi Visnaga” and it has the following properties: antispasmodic, calming, diuretic, vasodilator and bronchodilator.
These properties make Biznaga an effective plant to treat various conditions such as those detailed below:
- To remove stones from the kidneys.
- To calm gas colic or cramps.
- To relieve pain associated with menstruation.
- To open the airways in cases of bronchitis.
This medicinal plant can be obtained in herbalists, parapharmacies, natural product stores, online, and in different presentation formats such as dried plant, extract, tincture and powder.
Below we provide how to prepare Biznaga infusions to alleviate various ailments.
How to prepare an infusion of Biznaga for gas colic:
The Biznaga contains antispasmodic and soothing properties and this infusion is ideal in case of suffering from gas colic or cramps.
To prepare this infusion we need:
- One teaspoon of Biznaga.
- One teaspoon of green anise.
- A cup of mineral water.
Elaboration:
We put the water in a heater to boil. Once it boils, add the teaspoon of Biznaga and green anise. We turn off the heat, cover the infusion and let it rest for 10 minutes.
We strain the infusion and when it is warm we can take it.
If infusions with a sweet touch are preferred, we can sweeten it with a teaspoon of honey, a teaspoon of brown cane sugar or stevia.
How to prepare a Biznaga Infusion to eliminate kidney stones:
One of the properties that Biznaga contains is that of being a diuretic plant, due to its diuretic properties it has been used since ancient times to facilitate the expulsion of stones in the kidneys.
To prepare this infusion we need:
- 30 grams of fresh flowers.
- One liter of mineral water.
Elaboration:
We put the water in a cauldron to boil and once it begins to boil we add the fresh Biznaga flowers.
We turn off the heat, cover the infusion and leave it to rest for 10 minutes. We strain the infusion and let it warm to drink.
We can take a cup of this infusion 3 times a day.
How to prepare an infusion of Biznaga to calm menstrual cramps:
Due to its calming and antispasmodic properties, the infusion prepared with this plant helps to calm painful periods.
We will prepare the Biznaga infusion with:
- One teaspoon of Biznaga.
- A cup of mineral water.
Elaboration:
We put the water in a saucepan to heat. Once it begins to boil, add the teaspoon of Biznaga. We turn off the heat, cover the infusion and let it rest. We uncover the infusion, strain it and let it warm. Once warm we can take it.
If you prefer the infusion with a sweet touch, we can sweeten it with a little honey, brown cane sugar, or stevia.
Contraindications of the Biznaga
The Biznaga is contraindicated in the following cases:
- In case of pregnancy.
- During the lactation period.
- In children.
Before consuming Biznaga in some of the formats that are presented, it is advisable to consult with your doctor or professional therapists and follow their guidelines regarding how to use and dose.
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