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April 3, 2018
Some drugs are administered as a patch or ointment thru the skin. Certain plant substances have shown potential in aiding cutaneous absorption enhancement / transdermal delivery of medicines. Essential oils with their fat soluble structure have been studied as a potential skin penetration enhancer. Absorption Enhancement Recipes Blog Articles […]
April 3, 2018
Analgesic substances reduce pain in a variety of ways: as a local anesthetic or anti-nociceptive, and also via the nervous system. The menthol constituent in peppermint has shown topical anti-nociceptive activity, lavender aromatherapy has shown to calm nerves after surgery to help reduce pain, and comfrey has been used for […]
April 3, 2018
Inflammation is our body’s response to infection and injury. Its purpose is to clear out foreign cells and dead cells from the local area. Inflammation is characterized by increased redness, heat, pain, and swelling to an area. Anti-inflammatory herbs reduce inflammation in various ways. For example, spices like turmeric, ginger, […]
April 3, 2018
Certain herbs are known for their anti-fungal actions. Most research studies have been in vitro; more human studies are necessary. Recipes to Help with Fungal Infections Blog Articles RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the topic, with a very brief overview description […]
April 7, 2018
Do you feel like your brain has gone on a vacation? There are herbs that can help improve concentration and cognition. Try some of the recipes listed below to help make studying more effective and work time more productive. Also included are studies about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is […]
April 8, 2018
Joint pain includes bursitis, tendinitis, arthritis, and sprains. Joint conditions can worsen when a person is overweight. For inflammation from an injury, apply ice as soon as possible, and rest, compress, and elevate, and try taking turmeric or ginger root to reduce inflammation. With mild injuries, gently massage anti-inflammatory topical creams. Consult […]
April 9, 2018
Botanical extracts have shown positive research in aiding oral health. Oral bacteria and fungal infections have been reduced with the essential oils such as lavender, geranium, tea tree, and peppermint, as well as the constituent: thymol as found in thyme. Oral Health Recipes Blog Articles RESEARCH The listings of research […]
April 9, 2018
Anxiety can be caused by many things. Over time, these stressors can have a negative physical effect on the body. Herbs and essential oils have demonstrated sedative and anxiolytic activities in many human studies. Recipes to Help with Anxiety Blog Articles Here’s a fun article about the how stimulating the […]
April 10, 2018
This Caribbean Breeze Diffuser Blend Recipe will float you away into a daydream of blue skies, palm tries, and a gentle ocean mist. Caribbean Breeze Diffuser Blend Recipe Ingredients 20 drops of bay essential oil 20 drops of orange essential oil 10 drops of petitgrain essential oil 10 drops of clove […]
April 11, 2018
Black Pepper – Piper nigrum – gives a strong spicy bite to an herbal tea. Black pepper has antioxidant activity and may be anti-depressive, and cognitively stimulating. Avoid with young children. Click the link to to Piper nigrum to learn more. Easy Black Pepper Tea Recipe Ingredients 3 cups of water 1 […]
April 19, 2018
Caryophyllene is a sesquiterpene found in basil, black pepper, clove, geranium, hops, lavender, star anise, sweet thyme, tobacco, cannabis, coriander, litsea, ginger, camphor, spearmint, pine, orange, sage, ginseng, catnip, and ylang ylang. Alpha-Caryophyllene is found in hops, hemp, geranium, and rosemary. Beta-Caryophyllene is found in black pepper, catnip, ylang-ylang, hemp, […]
April 20, 2018
D-limonene is a monoterpene found in bergamot, black pepper, cardamom, citrus fruits, caraway, eucalyptus, pine, peppermint and spearmint. L-Limonene can be found in certain pine species, and has a more terpentine-like aroma. Monoterpenes are odorless, highly volatile, prone to oxidation, and insoluble in water. Links to Plants Containing Limonene RESEARCH The […]