What is the medical use of Quillaja saponaria?
Quillaja saponaria, or the Chilean soap tree, have long been used in their native area to treat various chest and skin diseases. It is assumed that it is particularly effective as an expectorant, which helps the body to remove mucus by increasing the production of the mucosal fluid. Quillaja saponaria is also used to treat dandruff and skin ulcers because it is a fine cleaning agent. Recent research shows that this tree can be effective in reducing and even preventing rotavirus infection in children. These chemical compounds may be toxic, but people are generally not seriously affected because their bodies contain neutralizing cholesterin. What saponins affect people in humans are mucous membranes that facilitate the body's ability to show mucus. As a result, Quillaja saponaria is used in cough syrups and sneezing powders and is considered an effective cure for certain types of chest problems.
The external use of Quillaja saponaria includes lupine drugs, skin ulcers and other cutliku problems. ExtractThe plants are associated with anti -inflammatory properties. It is also assumed that it soothes itchy irritation of the skin and the skin of the head.
Recent research shows that Quillaja Saponaria extract can prevent rotavirus infection in children and reduce its symptoms. Rotavirus causes severe diarrhea in children and can lead to dehydration and death. It has been found that the soap extract blocks or reduces infection by interrupting the interaction between the virus and other cells. Saponin has been found to significantly reduce diarrhea in the extract, preventing death dehydration. Soap tree extract can be easily added to water or milk and is often used for an additive in soft drinks to produce lively foam.
In addition to established healing use, Inner Bark is often used as a substitute for soap. Due to its softness, it can be used to clean everything from clothing to skin. For use in this way the bark is, jaIn the case, it is removed, pounded into the powder. The saponins contained have the natural quality of foam useful for detergents, soft drinks and even fire extinguishers. It is also an effective pesticide.
Although saponins are not well absorbed by the human body, and therefore rarely cause serious reactions, Quillaja saponaria should not be consumed in large quantities. Although they were usually safe in the amount of food, some toxic effects have been reported in humans such as liver damage, gastrointestinal problems and respiratory failure. Anyone who is considering accepting Quillaja Saponaria should consult a doctor.
The soap tree is evergreen from the Andean mountains. It is especially populated in Chile. It grows to a height of approximately 59 feet (18 meters) and usually flowers from April to May.