All about fir brooms

Bathing procedures and steam baths have a positive effect on health. But for the effect to be maximal, it is necessary to prepare carefully, in particular, to have a broom at your disposal. Fir brooms are in great demand for a number of reasons, have useful properties and their own characteristics. You can make a broom yourself, following the instructions, besides it does not take much time.

In order for bathing procedures to bring maximum pleasure, it is necessary to have a broom, which is designed to perform massage movements. Of course, you can pre-purchase a ready-made bundle, but why not make such a tool yourself? It is worth studying the characteristics of fir brooms, and find out why they are so often used.

Fir belongs to the family of pine plants, a characteristic feature of which is the presence of cones.

To the main advantages of brooms can be attributed the elasticity and durability of the branches, which contain useful substances. Under the influence of high temperature the plant exudes a pleasant aroma that calms the nervous system. Fir has antiseptic, analgesic and disinfectant properties. Of course, it is necessary to make the broom properly, steaming according to the instructions, and then the effect will be most positive. Massage with such a device will be an excellent solution for those who want to relax. The procedure strengthens the immune system, eliminates fatigue.

The positive properties of the broom from this plant are that the massage will strengthen the immune system and tone the body. Also, such procedures promote relaxation, normalize blood circulation and have a rejuvenating effect. After exhausting sports activities you can go to the sauna and use the broom, which will quickly relieve joint pain and reduce muscle tension. Fir contains a lot of essential oils, which have a beneficial effect on the respiratory system.

You can use such a broom for general malaise, cramps, emotional fatigue. Coughs, colds and runny nose are also indications for the use of this tool.

Do not use the broom, as well as visit the sauna, if there is a predisposition to high blood pressure, open wounds on the skin, itching or exacerbation of chronic diseases.

In order for the fir broom to give the result that is required, it must be carefully prepared. Therefore, follow the recommendations of experts and you will be satisfied.

• To begin with, it is important to choose the best time, as well as to find a suitable place where you can collect the branches. Pay attention to places away from roads where firs grow, as they are less exposed to toxic emissions. It is best to cut the branches in late spring or early summer, as the shoots are strong and flexible at this time.
• If it has rained outside, it is better to wait two days and then go in search of raw material for the broom.
• It is also necessary to cut the branches correctly. You will need a sharp pruner for this. Choose straight branches, which will produce flat brooms. A length of 50 cm is considered optimal. Do not cut them from young trees that are just beginning to develop. It is better to use a mature fir, and do it no more than once a year.
• Once you have a sufficient number of branches, you can begin to prepare the brooms themselves.

If you do not know how to make a broom yourself from individual branches, follow these recommendations:

• you need to spread them out on the table, the thinner branches should be closer to the center;
• the place for the handle is cleaned, knots and any irregularities are removed;
• twine should be used for the tug, thus obtaining a bundle that can be easily used several times;
• It will be convenient if you make the lapel flat, and to broom easily held in the hands, its rump (tied part of the bundle of branches) is better to wrap a cloth.

This is the most important part of preparing a broom, which can be used for a long time. Anyone can cope with this task, besides, the process does not take much time and brings pleasure.

Do not need to stock up on a large number of branches if you do not plan to use them immediately, as over time they will no longer be as useful. The needles will crumble and the quality will deteriorate.

Once you have cut the fresh branches, you can proceed with one of the steaming methods. Pour boiling water into a basin and immerse the broom in it for ten minutes. Then you can start massaging. However, this method has its disadvantage, because because of the boiling water some of the useful components of fir are destroyed, and the therapeutic effect of the broom is reduced. If you want to use it as a cure and not just a pleasant massage, use the following method of steaming.

It takes a little more time, but the main advantage is that the useful substances are preserved. The broom is poured with hot water and soaked for three hours. After that, it is necessary to hang it over hot stones and let it dry slightly. Once the whole procedure is done, you can use the fir broom at your pleasure.

If you are going to take a steam bath and want to get maximum pleasure and benefit from the process, you need to prepare a broom, and learn how to use it correctly. It is much easier if there is another person in the steam room - then you can massage each other with fir branches.

You must take a horizontal position or sit on the bench. To begin with it is necessary to pass the broom from the neck to the toes and work on the sides, so you will need two tools for massage. After stroking, you need to tap the pelvis, hips, calves and feet about four times.

The method of "whipping" is also in demand among fans of bathing procedures. This is done by making quick and light movements with the whisk, but only with the ends of the twigs. The entire back, lower back, then buttocks, and so on up to the tips of the toes are treated. As soon as the skin is red, you can turn over and repeat the process.

In order for the broom to be not only presentable, but also suitable for the next use, it is necessary to observe the rules of storage. There are several different opinions on how to save fir branches, coniferous leaves are quite soft and can crumble when completely dry.

Of course after drying fir loses a certain part of its medicinal properties, so it is better to think about freezing it. Before doing this, it is necessary to pack the brooms in separate bags. This method will preserve not only the color, but also the aroma of the greens, the main thing is to make sure that the bag is airtight. As soon as a broom is needed for a bathing procedure, it should be taken out of the freezer, dipped into cool water, then brewed and massaged.

If you live in a private country house, you can simply take the fir brooms outside, tie them in pairs and hang them in the fresh air, or put them in a cold shed or attic. Of course, we are only talking about the winter season.

As fir grows in ecologically favorable areas, you can not fear for your health, collecting and harvesting fir branches for making bath brooms. By the way, they can also be used as a flooring on the floor of the steam room, if you just want to breathe the air, saturated with phytoncides and essential oils.

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