Chronobryvtsy (flower) 1kg, Kharkiv region.

Marigolds are valued for their essentialoil, which contains ocimene, myrcene, linalool, d-terpinene, limonene, n-cymol, citral and Sabine But the chemical composition of the parts of the flower is much richer: vitamins - with a predominance of retinol, carotene, tocopherol, ascorbic and folic acid; minerals — mostly magnesium, potassium, iron, sulfur, zinc; alkaloids; flavonoids; organic acids. It is also necessary to mention about phytoncides, substances that possess anti-microbial action. In folk medicine, decoctions and infusions from marigolds are used: to lowersugar level in the blood; stabilization of the heart; restoration of exchange processes; reduction of blood coagulability, prevention of varicose veins; reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, coronary disease; for relief of pain syndrome in arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis; acceleration of regeneration of epithelial tissues; as a diuretic and choleretic agent. In addition, chernobrivtsi have antiparasitic and anthelmintic effects. The most useful flowers for men. The tincture restores sexual function and prevents the formation of prostate adenoma.