TURMERIC (Curcuma longa, curcuma domestica, c. zeodaria)
Steam distilled and CO2 extracted, from the root, mainly in India and China. Production of this oil is rare. Plant is a relative of ginger.
SAFETY: Safe at normal dosage.
USAGE HISTORY: Little data is available. Root has been used for many centuries as an herbal remedy in Ayurvedic medicine, Hawaiian traditional medicine, and Chinese traditional medicine.
PROPERTIES:
- Internal-oral; topical; inhalation
- Natural antibiotic, useful especially for sinus and respiratory infections and funguses that have become chronic (Antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant)
- Natural regenerative for liver, gallbladder, digestive system when taken internally; treats peptic ulcersintestinal disorders (Choleretic, laxative, digestive stimulant, carminative, stomachic)
- Strong anti-tumoral action, treatment for uterine cancer
- Tonic for all body systems, safe for long term use
- Immune system builder, blood cleanser, detoxifyer; aids in weight reduction (Hypotensive, diuretic)
- Relieves muscle aches and pains, arthritis pain (Anti-inflammative)
- Insect repellant, parasite treatment (Insecticidal, anti-parasitic, anthelmintic)
- Increases libido
- Systems: Immune, cardio-vascular, respiratory, muscular-skeletal, digestive, reproductive
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