succinic acid
The word "amber" is present in the phrase for a reason, because the drug is the result of processing natural amber, which is completely harmless to the body, and the finished acid tastes like citric acid. Looking at these small pills it is difficult to imagine how useful the drug is, but nevertheless it is really very useful. In this article, we will consider succinic acid from all sides and get to know it better.
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The benefits of succinic acid
In addition to amber, such acid is found in impressive quantities in sugar cane, unripe berries, turnips, alfalfa. Not so abundant presence of acid in yogurt, yeast (brewer's), "old" wine, kefir, cheese, oysters. But still, in most products that are consumed daily, succinic acid is present either in scanty amounts, or completely absent. In a certain amount, the body produces it on its own, this amount is enough for the body to function without interruptions, as soon as unfavorable conditions occur (nerves, stress, abundant physical exertion), the waste of this acid increases multiple, which later turns into a lack of an important substance. The lack of this element in the body is expressed in a general deterioration of the condition, the appearance of a feeling of fatigue, disturbances in the work of some important body systems, reduced resistance to infections and other negative factors.
Acid has a general tonic and general health effect on the body, therefore it is often prescribed for curing ailments and preventive measures for many diseases. A significant advantage of YAK is that it is not habit-forming. It does not accumulate in the body, so it is almost impossible to earn an excess of it. Succinic acid can only accumulate in internal organs, which, in fact, are in great need of it.
Succinic acid promotes insulin production and normalization of metabolism, which seriously minimizes the risk of diabetes mellitus, which occurs just in case of such failures. Succinic acid is often used as a medicinal product in oncology. Scientists have found that a cancer cell is formed not due to a mutation, but due to a disrupted mitochondrial function. This process can be reversed with fruit and succinic acids, which are powerful antioxidants in nature. Succinic acid reproduces enzymes that inhibit the process of tumor growth and has no side effects for the body. The efficiency of succinic acid has been proven experimentally. In the group where acid from amber was taken, the body recovered many times faster, and the risk of relapse was very low.
With this acid, you can quickly cure a cold, as well as to provide prevention of ARVI. If, at the first sign of a cold, you drink a double dose of succinic acid, then the ailment will never come.
This acid helps with eating disorders and poisoning, including alcohol intoxication and hangover syndrome... Every hour for five hours, you should drink 1 tablet and the condition will quickly return to normal. Eggs will quickly cleanse the liver of toxins and poisons. However, this technique will be effective only in cases of healthy people who do not suffer from alcoholism. In advanced cases, miracles should not be expected.
Succinic acid is also useful in the perinatal period, when the substance will help you more easily survive hormonal changes in the body and save you from toxicosis. Under its influence, the baby in the womb will be able to receive oxygen in sufficient quantities, which will minimize the risk of complications. But also acid from amber can be dangerous, for example, in the case of gestosis. Succinic acid is actively involved in the field of gynecology in the treatment of inflammation processes, for example, with mastopathy, fibroma, ovarian cyst, etc. But such things must be discussed with the doctor who will prescribe the dosage!
succinic acid promotes normalization level hemoglobin in the blood, has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system, strengthens blood vessels, promotes recovery from varicose veins. It acts especially well as an auxiliary element to the main treatment. This acid rejuvenates the body, increases tone and improves general condition... Regular intake of it will significantly slow down the aging process and normalize the functioning of problematic internal organs.
The harm of succinic acid
By itself, succinic acid is not harmful to the body. However, there is a list of contraindications in which the intake of acid from amber may not have the best effect on health. An important rule also applies - you cannot take the drug on an empty stomach, this can cause heartburn, and then lead to the formation of an ulcer. Also, you can not drink succinic acid before bedtime or in the evening, as it promotes arousal, which will interfere with falling asleep.
Contraindications of succinic acid
It is unacceptable to use acid for duodenal and gastric ulcers, since the substance contributes to an increase in the level of acidity. In the presence of urolithiasis, this acid can cause new stones to form.
With increased pressure, it is impossible to abuse succinic acid, since it contributes to a slight increase in pressure. Therefore, it can be taken only with the permission of a doctor with an individual dosage. In some cases, there is an individual intolerance to the drug, so be careful. An additional list of contraindications can be checked with a doctor.
Succinic acid indications
The primary indication of succinic acid is disease prevention. The substance has a general strengthening effect on the body, which will subsequently help to avoid a large number of problems with the body. In addition, indications of succinic acid include:
- joint diseases;
- kidney problems;
- bronchial asthma;
- cholelithiasis;
- lung problems;
- cardiac pathology;
- poisoning;
- hangover syndrome;
- venous disease;
- circulatory disorders of the brain.
It is difficult to list all the cases in which succinic acid is indicated for use, but the fact that it will not disregard the problems in the body's work is indisputable!
How to take succinic acid
Succinic acid can be used in several ways.
- Option one. For three days, take acid 1 tablet 3 times a day, and on the 4th day, triple the break. Remember that you need to drink the drug immediately after a meal or during a meal, and drink the last pill somewhere in the afternoon. It is advisable to arrange the fourth day generally as a unloading day, i.e. spend it on the water.
- Second option. It implies the use of succinic acid powder - 1 g of the substance is dissolved in a glass of water and drunk on an empty stomach. However, this technique is not recommended for those who have problems with the functioning of the digestive tract.
- The third option. Maintain a daily intake of 1 tablet 4 times a day for a month.
It is a good idea to start taking Oak with 500 mg daily. As soon as improvements in the state of the body are noticed, the dosage can be reduced to 100-250 mg per day, dividing this amount into three servings.
However, in the beginning it is better to observe the reaction of your body by drinking a small amount of succinic acid. If no unpleasant sensations followed, then there is no individual intolerance and you can continue the full reception.
Before use, be sure to read the instructions for the drug and adhere to the dosage indicated there. The duration of the course of taking succinic acid is a month, after which take a break and, if necessary, repeat.
Succinic acid for children
Regarding the organization of a course of taking succinic acid for children, you should definitely consult a pediatrician. The child's body is not predictable, so it's better to insure yourself. In addition, it is the doctor who will be able to establish the optimal dosage for your child.
The use of succinic acid
Due to its beneficial properties, the acid has found its application in many areas. So, for example, in medicine it is widely used for treatment vascular and heart diseases, with impaired blood circulation in the brain, in role antidotes in cases of poisoning, with anemia, acute radiculitis, and also as a stimulant for the secretion of gastric juice. Succinic acid works very well for people who have a problem with the thyroid gland. It is very useful to rub amber oil into the area of the problematic organ. Many people do not like the aroma of this product, in which case we can recommend wearing natural amber beads. In any case, regular intake in tablet form normalizes the thyroid gland.
Succinic acid is used to treat meteorological dependence. Regular use of this substance will allow you to calmly experience pressure surges in the atmosphere, a sharp change in weather, etc. Supplements are also used to improve memory, which is due to the quality acid warn lipid oxidation. This also explains the increase in physical endurance and restoration of a healthy metabolism. For this reason, succinic acid is very often present in the daily diet of athletes.
The dietary supplement is used as an immunomodulator. It allows you to avoid serious seasonal diseases, but if infection does occur, then the disease itself is much weaker and is expressed in faded symptoms. Succinic acid normalizes blood flow, activates the valves in the veins, helps to get rid of varicose veins and relieve its symptoms.
Regular intake of such an acid is used for preventive measures of ischemic disease of internal organs, for the treatment of sclerosis of the blood vessels, for diseases of the lungs and kidneys.
For pregnant women, succinic acid is prescribed to prevent the formation of fetal pathologies, for a favorable course of the very period of pregnancy and childbirth. For young and old people, succinic acid acts as a preventive action against diabetes mellitus. The drug actively fights against purely female diseases. Very good results are shown by acid in the healing of fibroids, fibrocystic disease, cysts and other benign and malignant formations. This effect is explained by the fact that the components of succinic acid block the access of oxygen to the tumor cells, making their further vital activity impossible.
Succinic acid for weight loss 
One of the pronounced qualities of succinic acid is the normalization of metabolism. But it is his violation that often leads to excess weight. Regular intake of succinic acid will contribute to weight loss, but it is impractical to rely only on it. In parallel with the intake of this substance, it is worth adhering to proper nutrition, leading a healthy lifestyle and playing sports.
To get the effect of losing weight from succinic acid, you need to take the drug in the usual way, in a course, a month long, followed by a break. Be careful not to consume acid from amber on an empty stomach - it can lead to serious stomach problems!
Succinic acid for a hangover
As we wrote earlier, succinic acid saves with a hangover syndrome only in cases when alcohol intake is not a habitual thing for a person. Otherwise, attempts to eliminate unpleasant symptoms with such a dietary supplement will lead nowhere and will be safe.
To eliminate the hangover syndrome, you should drink 100 mg of succinic acid (1 tablet) every hour for five hours.
Interestingly, with the help of this acid, hangover syndrome can be completely prevented. If you take a couple of tablets of succinic acid an hour before the planned feast, the symptoms of the hangover syndrome will be less pronounced. The action of the drug begins after 40 minutes, and the effect lasts for 2.5 hours.
It is also worth saying a few words about the joint "work" of succinic acid with other drugs that are often used for a hangover. So, for example, the simultaneous intake of glycine with succinic acid is not the best that you can imagine. Glycine calms the nervous system, while succinic acid, on the contrary, excites it. The chemical incompatibility of succinic acid with magnesia was noted. Therefore, it is more advisable to take the latter 40-60 minutes before taking succinic acid. The difference between taking mezim and succinic acid should be at least half an hour. Refuse the joint intake of formulations for a hangover, including succinic acid, with sorbents, such as, for example, activated carbon. Sorbents neutralize the effect of anti-hangover drugs.
Succinic acid for face
In addition to the fact that the acid from amber allows you to significantly improve the body, it also helps to quickly transform externally. The use of masks with the addition of this penny means significantly improves the condition of the dermis, helps to solve many problems. In addition, the great advantage of succinic acid is that it has few contraindications.
The effect of succinic acid on the skin is very large, here are just some of the positive qualities that can be noticed with regular use of formulations with this substance:
- helps cleanse the skin at the cellular level;
- normalizes complexion;
- helps to increase the elasticity of the skin;
- nourishes the dermis at a deep level, helps to normalize the water-salt balance;
- fights puffiness;
- inhibits aging processes and smoothes existing wrinkles.
The principle of action of succinic acid can be compared with the sensational, popular and therefore quite expensive coenzyme Q10. Moreover, succinic acid can fully replace it. The drug is sold in almost all pharmacies, it costs about 15-25 rubles for 10 tablets and is sold without a prescription.
Succinic acid can be used even for the delicate skin of the eyelids. It will quickly eliminate bags under the eyes, smooth out wrinkles around the eyes and normalize blood flow. It is interesting, but on sale you can find a lot of anti-aging drugs, which contain succinic acid.
Under the influence of succinic acid, scars and scars are significantly smoothed and reduced, the skin regenerates faster, which allows it to preserve its youth and beauty for a long time. However, it is worth remembering the importance of conducting an allergy test. Dissolve a tablet or succinic acid powder in water, then apply the composition to the earlobe and wait a few hours. If the skin does not turn red, itching and burning do not happen, you can safely apply the drug to the skin.
Succinic acid dissolved in pure water can be added to masks and home-made caring cosmetics. Here are some masks that you can make your own efforts:
- Grind a couple of three tablets of succinic acid to a powder and dilute with a small amount of pure water so that you get a gruel. Distribute the composition over the skin of the face with a cotton pad. After 20 minutes, the mask will be absorbed by itself, so it makes no sense to rinse it off. This is a versatile mask with a caring effect.
- For deep cleansing, you can use an amber peeling. To do this, mix gluconic and succinic acids and apply for 10 minutes on completely cleansed and thoroughly steamed skin.
- To obtain a rejuvenating effect from succinic acid, you will also need a mummy. In equal amounts, you should take mummy and succinic acid, grind and mix with a small amount of olive oil. Apply to the dermis for 30 minutes, then wash with water.
- To whiten and even out the complexion, a couple of succinic acid tablets are crushed and mixed with a large spoonful of white clay. The entire composition is poured with warm milk or water so that the consistency of sour cream is obtained, and applied to the dermis.
Masks with the participation of succinic acid for oily dermis can be carried out with a frequency of 2-3 times in seven days, for normal skin it will be enough twice, and for dry skin it will be enough once every 7 days. The duration of the course for all skin types is approximately 15-20 sessions.
Reviews of succinic acid
For the most part, users respond positively to succinic acid, people confirm all the positive qualities in their experience. A big plus of succinic acid to the fact that it really works is that a package of this valuable dietary supplement costs almost a penny, around 20 rubles! But there are those who, in addition to the positive qualities of the acid, noted in parallel the current negative consequences, namely, increased nervousness and overexcitability of the nervous system, but after the drug was discontinued, all negative symptoms subsided. Therefore, be careful and if you experience any unpleasant sensations, give up succinic acid, and even better, consult a specialist in advance.