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Russian herbalist Elena Fedorovna Zajceva has devoted her life to collecting and medicinal use of plants. She claims that the greatest healing power lies in ordinary herbs that people consider weeds. According to her, there are three plants that “God literally threw at our feet,” a true treasure for human health.
Let’s take a look together at these three healing gifts of nature that help treat the whole body – from metabolic problems through chronic diseases to infections.
1) Couch grass – a weed that heals almost everything
Couch grass (Elymus repens), also known as dog wheat, grows literally everywhere – in meadows, gardens and along roads. Although gardeners often eradicate it as an unwanted weed, it actually has enormous medicinal power.
According to Elena Zajceva, there is no disease that couch grass does not treat. A decoction from its roots helps in treating:
- cysts, urinary tract infections, kidney and gallstones,
- chronic bronchitis, lung diseases and intestinal inflammations,
- diabetes and high blood pressure,
- female problems including ovarian dysfunction,
- tuberculosis and skin diseases such as boils.
An interesting fact is that dried root can be used to make a natural coffee or porridge, which many remember from the wartime years. And as Elena adds: „Even animals know what’s good – they often seek it out themselves.”
2) Dandelion – the first healer in spring
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is another plant that people mistakenly consider a useless weed. In spring, however, it becomes a valuable source of vitamins and minerals.
Its young leaves can be eaten after soaking in water as a salad or a cooked dish. The root can be roasted with vegetables or dried for later use. Dandelion helps with:
- anemia, stomach and liver problems,
- stomach and liver cancer,
- arthritis, osteoporosis,
- inflammation of the lymph nodes.
The greatest power is hidden in the dandelion root, which should be collected in autumn, ideally before the dandelion has flowered. The dried root is, according to Elena, literally a “pure treasure.”
3) Greater burdock – a defender against cancer and a liver detoxifier
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a powerful medicinal plant that helps with a wide range of serious illnesses. Its effect against tumors and in liver diseases is particularly significant.
In addition, burdock aids in the treatment of:
- diabetes, bronchitis, arthritis, osteoporosis and rheumatism,
- viral hepatitis C and liver cirrhosis,
- high cholesterol and urinary stones,
- flu and fever (burdock tea with linden flower is very effective).
Burdock roots can also be used in the kitchen – for baking bread, preparing soup or salad. The dried and ground root can be combined with couch grass and dandelion to make a healthy coffee alternative.
How to properly prepare tea from the roots
Elena Fedorovna recommends drinking these herbs each separately, for one week. Mixing the roots together is not recommended, because each plant has specific effects and the body should focus on them gradually.
Preparation procedure for the tea:
- Take one tablespoon of dried and ground root (couch grass, dandelion or burdock).
- Pour 400 ml of boiling water over it.
- Let it simmer for 10 minutes and then remove from heat.
- Let the tea steep for another 2 hours.
- Take half a cup 3× daily, always before meals.
Recommended medicinal regimen:
- Week 1: couch grass tea
- Week 2: dandelion tea
- Week 3: burdock root tea
This procedure can be repeated in regular cycles as needed and depending on health condition.
Conclusion: Medicinal plants under our feet
Couch grass, dandelion and burdock – three plants we often consider weeds – are among the most powerful medicinal herbs in the world. Russian herbalist Elena Zajceva speaks of them as a gift from God that is free and right at hand. You just need to learn how to use them correctly.
If you are looking for a natural way to improve health, strengthen immunity and cleanse the body, try drawing inspiration from this wisdom. Sometimes the most valuable things grow exactly where we least expect them.
