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Potatoes are definitely a must in Czech cuisine. And our grandmothers learned to use this ingredient in many ways. One of them is the use of potato juice. It is a wonderful health aid that our grandmothers always had on hand. This remedy has the folk name “the poor man’s medicine”, but the truth is that its effects are priceless.
Potato juice
Potatoes came to us from distant America and although they were originally grown for their pretty flowers, people later realized that their uses are amazing and full of possibilities. People discovered the great taste of the potatoes themselves and later also discovered their healing properties. For consumption potatoes were always cooked, but for medicinal purposes they were used raw, and the latest scientific research confirms our ancestors were right.
What can potato juice do?
- regulates blood pressure
- helps eliminate nausea and abdominal pain
- 1 teaspoon of the juice will stop heartburn
- helps with stomach ulcer problems
- helps the skin
- relieves headaches
- also helps against migraines
- has antibacterial effects
- regulates digestion
Scientific research
Scientists decided to investigate this ancient remedy and find out whether its effects are real.
They subsequently found that potato juice contains very strong antibacterial effects. Scientists confirmed that it helps regulate digestion. These effects are due to a molecule in potato juice that can destroy the bacteria responsible for the development of stomach ulcers and causing heartburn.
A huge advantage is also that no side effects are triggered.
Potato remedy
Potatoes grow very well in our region, even in places where the soil does not contain many nutrients.
It is therefore relatively easy to obtain potatoes. And we can immediately start preparing them.
You just need to grate the potatoes while fresh. It’s up to you whether you do it by hand or use a machine, but it’s important that the potatoes are as fine as possible.
The resulting mixture only needs to be drunk.
This remedy is a useful aid for people trying to focus on a healthy lifestyle, for those who suffer from stomach problems, high blood pressure or headaches.
If you prefer a sweeter taste, add a little honey to the juice, not sugar.
If we mix this potato mixture with poppyseed oil we can also apply the mixture to the skin after sunburn or, conversely, frostbite.
