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09/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils for the treatment of fungal diseases
Essential oils are known for their use in aromatherapy and massage therapy. When inhaled or applied topically, these natural products exert beneficial effects on mental health. Essential oils can also be used as remedies for common health problems, such as headache, constipation, sinus infections and skin infections. In fact, various essential oils are well-known for their antimicrobial properties. […]
09/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Summer savory essential oil can be used to extend the shelf life of food products
Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) is a highly aromatic herb that, like many in the mint (Lamiaceae) family, is used as a culinary ingredient. A cousin of winter savory, summer savory is described as having a hot, peppery flavor with notes of marjoram, mint and thyme. This spicy herb is an excellent seasoning. It can be […]
08/20/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
5 Ways to use tea tree oil for common skin conditions
Tea tree oil, or melaleuca oil as it is sometimes called, is an essential oil obtained from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree endemic to Australia. Aboriginal Australians have used tea tree oil for centuries. These native people crush tea tree leaves to extract the oil, then inhale it to treat coughs and colds. It […]
08/18/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Microencapsulated compound from thyme essential oil kills larvae of dengue mosquitoes, study finds
Dengue is a mosquito-borne tropical disease that continues to be a pressing problem in some countries. Despite being painful and debilitating, it remains a neglected disease due to scant research, and there isn’t a range of treatments to choose from outside of bed rest and medication. In a major breakthrough, scientists from the University of Sao Paulo (USP) […]
08/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can geographical location affect the chemical composition of plant-based essential oils? Science explains
The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has increased in recent years. Besides ancient techniques that promote natural healing, such as acupuncture, CAM also promotes the use of natural products like essential oils. Essential oils are concentrated extracts that can be derived from different parts of a certain plant. This is usually done through […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils of Etlingera plants are rich in antimicrobial compounds
Plants in the genus Etlingera belong to the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family and are native to the Indo-Pacific region. They have long been used as traditional medicines by indigenous communities and are also known for their culinary applications. Studies suggest that Etlingera plants are rich in biologically active volatile components that contribute to their medicinal properties. Despite […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers explore the health benefits of African plants and spices
According to studies, up to 80 percent of people in developing countries use complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs). In fact, CAMs are the most widespread sources of medicine worldwide. When it comes to treating bacterial and fungal skin infections, essential oils are the CAMs of choice. Known for their potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, some essential […]
07/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the antimicrobial properties of essential oils from Cameroonian spices
Researchers at the University of Dschang in Cameroon evaluated the chemical composition and in vitro antimicrobial activity of essential oils from four spices native to Cameroon. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Using hydrodistillation, the researchers extracted essential oils from the seeds of four Cameroonian spices, namely, Aframomum citratum […]
07/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Phytochemical analysis of the essential oils of Lithuanian H. arenarium
Researchers at the State Research Institute Center for Physical Sciences and Technology in Lithuania analyzed the chemical composition of essential oils obtained from the inflorescences and leaves of local Helichrysum arenarium (dwarf everlast). Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. The phytochemical composition of essential oils from H. arenarium plants growing in Lithuanian forests and […]
07/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists identify components responsible for the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of pine essential oils
Pine trees are some of the most well-known and recognizable plants in the world. Research suggests that over a hundred different species of pine trees exist, and most of them have recorded medicinal uses. In different parts of the world, the needles, bark and resin of various pine trees are used as natural remedies for […]
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