Russian doctor assessed the effectiveness of Soviet remedies against colds: Society: Russia: Lenta.ru
Therapist Elena Chernenko appreciated the effectiveness of the common cold remedies in Soviet times. In an interview with 5-tv.ru Russian doctor uncovered the principle of operation of folk methods.
The specialist noted that the effectiveness of cans and mustard plasters is based on their ability to warm up and irritate. “This is due to the fact that, on the one hand, we cause irritation and inflammation, and on the other, the body releases anti-inflammatory substances in response. Useful substances are delivered to the place of irritation, simultaneously capturing viruses using our body, ”Chernenko explained.
According to her, the effect of “Zvezdochka” is similar. The balm irritates the mucous membranes and increases the secretions from the nose, which go away along with the anti-inflammatory substances produced by the body. “Thus, the mucus enriched with useful elements, getting on the mucous membrane, kills viruses. And at the expense of their own forces, “- said the therapist.
According to the doctor, the inhaler “Ingalipt” has a similar principle of action – due to irritation of the mucous membrane, blood flows to the organs and the outflow of mucus, along with this, viruses go away.
Chernenko also noted that the earlier method of “breathing over potatoes” helped to moisturize mucous membranes when coughing. “The action was based on the fact that humidified warm air brought moisture to the mucous membrane, reduced edema and, thus, spasm and cough went away,” the doctor added and noted that fish oil popular in the USSR is still relevant, but its modern the format is better because the Omega 3 and the vitamin are separated.
Earlier, doctor and TV presenter Alexander Myasnikov dispelled myths about the benefits of certain products. According to him, hematogen, as well as orange juice, can be added to this list. The doctor urged not to confuse cottage cheese with cottage cheese desserts, which contain a lot of sugar and milk fat, and denies the usefulness of semolina.