Hops Extract

It belongs to the hemp family. Its homeland is North America and Eurasia, which is a perennial climber that dies partially in certain seasons. The plant, which is widely cultivated in Europe for the beer industry, is produced in the Bilecik and Bursa regions for the same purpose in our country. To grow temperate climate and rich soil; hops, which require high poles and strands stretched between them to wind, can extend up to 7.5 m. His reddish green colored slim and hard body hugs him for whatever he finds; but at the end of the summer he dies with the leaves. The following year new exiles emerge from the same root. Leaves resembling the vine long-stemmed, 3-5 parts, coarse, mutual array, toothed edges, normal green color and heart-shaped. At the end of the summer, the yellowish-green female flower buds, which resemble the cones that bloom at the end of the day, mature and turn into paper-like bogs. Male flowers of the plant bloom in separate plants. It is reproduced with hops seed, by dividing the roots or by removing the young bastards in the spring and planting them separately.

Hops plant contains essential oil, bitter substances (humilon, lupulon), resin, tannin and wax. Female flowers form a substance called strobili lupuli. This substance has been used in beer-making for at least 1200 years. In some countries, young shoots of hops are eaten by being peeled and cooked like asparagus.

MEDICINE

• It is good for insomnia: Thanks to the calming effect of hops, it can be used to solve the insomnia problem.
• It calms the nervous system and reduces anxiety: The chemicals in it are effective in the fight against anxiety (anxiety disorder) and mood swings, as they contain numerous sedative and muscle relaxant properties.
• Diuretic: Cleanses the body by removing unnecessary toxins. This feature is quite useful for kidneys, liver and bladder. Reduces the risk of kidney stones
• Helps digestion: It helps to produce gastric acid when drinking, facilitates digestion and accelerates metabolism. It is highly effective in the treatment of bladder and urinary tract infections due to its antibacterial properties when consumed regularly. Both herbicidal and antibacterial, this herb can help treat gastrointestinal problems such as colitis, irritated bowel syndrome, ulcers. Drinking a cup of hops tea a day can solve the problem of indigestion.
• Relieves toothache: The pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties of hops relieves toothache and protects you from other oral diseases.
• It is good for menstrual and menopause problems: When consumed as tea, it eliminates the menstrual cycle irregularities and reduces menstrual pains and reduces menopause problems. It is a menopausal process that starts with the end of menstrual period and some problems may occur during this period. Some studies have shown that the administration of 1-2 grams of hops with hyaluronic acid, liposomes and vitamin E reduces vaginal dryness, burning and itching in women during this period.
• Useful in the treatment of arthritis (inflammatory rheumatism): Some ingredients containing hops are effective in reducing some of the symptoms associated with bone disorders such as arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Heals wounds: Hops, which can also be used externally, can heal burns, cuts, insect bites, bruises and minor abrasions. For this, cold hops tea should be applied to the affected area. Tea can also be drunk to prevent infection.
• Prevent prostate cancer: Hops, rich in antioxidants, can reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer through the xanthocumol component.

COSMETIC

HAIR CARE

• Nourishes hair
• Adds vitality to hair

SKIN CARE 

• Prevents skin wrinkles
• Removes skin blemishes
• Moisturizes skin

FOOD

• Aromatic, adds flavor to food.
• It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
• Extends shelf life in foods.

VETERINARY MEDICINE

• It is ethical against digestive problems.
• Used in feed and medicine.