Why in Finland do not dry brooms for baths Bashny.Net

Swimming in a Russian bath with a broom is a tradition that goes back far in the past. But why is it so important to choose bath-broom? And why is this device even necessary?

First, the broom enhances the positive effect of the bath on the body. With its help, blood circulation increases, and sweating increases, and toxins are washed out, and the skin receives an intense massage. In addition, phytoncides enter the body from the leaves of the broom, which destroy unwanted microorganisms. From the broom on the skin get essential oils, which make the process of soaring even more effective.

Secondly, the presence of brooms implies that a person will steam not alone, but in pleasant company. And let someone manage to cope with the broom alone, but this is the exception, not the norm. After all, the procedure brings the greatest benefit when a person lies in a relaxed state, the temperature is evenly distributed throughout his body, and the caring hands of another person skillfully work as a broom.



The right broom for the bath The most popular and affordable are still considered birch-broom. They perfectly cleanse the skin, help heal small abrasions and scratches. In birch brooms there is enough vitamin C, and essential oils, and various resins. Such brooms are often used in the bath to prevent colds.



Oak brooms help to normalize blood pressure (if a person goes to the bath regularly). And the decoction itself, in which the broom was steamed, can be used, for example, to make foot baths, if the limbs sweat a lot.

Juniper or fir are also great for bathing procedures. Such pine They especially like to use them in Asia. Needles are rich in resinous substances that affect both the skin and internal organs. Even inhaling such a vapor is useful. It is not surprising that such brooms are often used to get rid of respiratory diseases.



Willow brooms are used exclusively by women. Such bars relax and cleanse the skin, start regeneration processes in the body. Suitable willow brooms and in the treatment of colds or rheumatism. However, it is impossible to harvest such brooms for the future, since after a few months they lose flexibility and freshness, cease to give the previous effect.

Among many, we can highlight and nettle. They help to cheer up, correct the emotional state of a person. It is clear that such a broom should be used for its intended purpose with the utmost care. And prepare nettle brooms differently: they are not brewed, but simply soaked in cold water. This is done in order to preserve all the useful properties of nettles.



Why don't they dry brooms in Finland? Fans of Russian baths know that brooms for baths need to be dried. And therefore harvest branches, tie brooms, prepare for long-term storage and send for drying in the attic or in the basement. How could it be different?

Finns approach this issue differently, because they prefer brooms not to dry, but to use fresh. This is a very simple but interesting technology that is worth trying. What's the secret?

First of all, the branches are pulled together with an ordinary rope. Then the brooms are covered with boiling water and wrapped in food film. The main thing is to tie as tightly as possible so that the broom takes up less space. After all, in the future, such brooms simply go to the freezer.



In this state, the broom is stored for a year and even longer. Moreover, the Finns claim that this method allows you to keep all the useful properties and even fresh aroma in the branches. In addition, in the bath, such a broom does not crumble, and the sensations when using it for its intended purpose, as supporters of this technology say, are more vivid.



Have you ever used this to harvest brooms? Did you like the result? Or dry-broom Still better? Share your opinion in the comments.