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                        All About Balsam Fir

                        Balsam fir has been used topically as an antiseptic and as an antibacterial in dentistry. It has also been used as a folk remedy to improve breathing. However, there is not enough research to determine a safe dosage internally beyond tiny amounts found in foods.

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                        Fun Fact

                        Balsam firs are well known for their use as Christmas trees!

                        Balsam Fir Research

                        Limited research is available on balsam fir. It has shown in vitro anti-cancer, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. Its uplifting aroma may also help with anxiety. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

                        Balsam Fir Research

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                        Balsam Fir: Herb and Essential Oil


                        Latin Name: Abies balsamea

                        Family: Pinaceae

                        Other Names

                        • Other common names: Canada fir, Canada turpentine, Eastern fir
                        • Other fir species: Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii), Himalayan fir (Abies spectabilis), Japanese fir (Abies sachalinensis), Siberian fir (Abies sibirica), Silver fir (Abies alba) (Tisserand & Young, 2014).

                        Plant Description

                        • Balsam fir is an evergreen tree of North America.
                        • ​Do not confuse with Oregon Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesil)

                         

                        Essential Oil Description

                        Oil is steam distilled from the needles and twigs with a somewhat resinous texture, a pale yellow color, and a fresh, woody, earthy sweet aroma.

                        Key Constituents

                        • Bornyl acetate
                        • Carene / Delta-3-Carene
                        • Pinene / Alpha Pinene / Delta Pinene / Beta Pinene
                        • d-Limonene / Limonene / Dipentene
                        • Phellandrene / Alpha Phellandrene / Beta Phellandrene
                        • Camphene
                        • Terpineol (alpha, beta, or gamma) / Terpinen-4-ol / Terpinolene

                        Balsam Fir Recipes

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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        antibacterial Antibacterial
                        antimicrobial Antimicrobial
                        anxiety Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        Sedative / Calming
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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        • Absorption Enhancement
                        • Acne
                        • Alteratives
                        • Altitude Sickness
                        • Analgesic / Pain
                        • Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
                        • Anti-asthma
                        • Anti-fungal
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                        • Anti-parasite
                        • Anti-pyretic / Fever
                        • Anti-smoking / Drug Addiction
                        • Anti-snoring
                        • Antibacterial
                        • Antimicrobial
                        • Antioxidant
                        • Antiseptic
                        • Antiviral
                        • Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        • Aphrodisiac
                        • Astringent
                        • Athlete’s Foot
                        • Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
                        • Children’s Health
                        • Cognition / Neuroprotective
                        • Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        • Dandruff
                        • Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        • Female Health
                        • Green Cleaning
                        • Hair Growth / Alopecia
                        • Headache Relief
                        • Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        • Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        • Immunity
                        • Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        • Insomnia / Sleep
                        • Joint Pain / Arthritis
                        • Male Health
                        • Mouth Cold Sores
                        • Oral Health
                        • Osteoporosis
                        • Preservative
                        • Repellent
                        • Sedative / Calming
                        • Skin and Wound Health
                        • Skin Burns
                        • Stimulant / Improved Energy
                        • Sunscreen
                        • Urinary System / Diuretic / Liver
                        • Weight Loss
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