Clove Bud

Clove Bud

Clove buds are the aromatic parts of a tree that belongs to the Myrtaceae family, Syzygium aromaticum. This is a tree that is native to the Pacific Islands in Asia. Clove bud oil comes from the extracts of the clove bud and has been known to contain a variety of medicinal and therapeutic properties.

Clove bud oil may be used in a lot of natural remedies because it is rich in essential minerals such as iron, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, hydrochloric acid and vitamins A and C. It has been used in dental practices to reduce toothaches by applying diluted clove bud oil along the gums. Because of the oil’s natural analgesic properties it can reduce pain and irritation along the gums and hence facilitates healing of tooth extractions and other dental procedures. Its analgesic properties also make this oil an important ingredient of most natural muscle and joint pain relief products. It can help reduce joint pain that is common in arthritis, muscle and joint stiffness and so many more. Diluting natural clove oil into other base oils will yield an effective skin care product and could also help delay the early signs of aging.

Clove bud oil also has stimulating properties and is known to be warming and therapeutic in providing pain relief. Pure clove bud oil should be diluted before every use or it may be combined with other oils in pain relief preparations. And aside from all these, clove bud oil is also documented to be effective for arthritis pain, rheumatism, cardiovascular disease, inflammation and for the treatment of various digestive problems. It is one of the oldest essential oils used in medical treatment and is still being used till today for pain relief, diseases of the gastrointestinal system and so many more.

Clove bud oil is available in diluted concentrations and may be added to teas but for muscle and joint pain relief, diluted clove bud oil may be applied directly on the affected area or may be added to topical pain relief products.

References:

Health Benefits of Clove Oil I Organic Facts. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-clove-oil.html

Clove Oil Uses are Priceless! (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.experience-essential-oils.com/clove-oil-uses.html

Grapeseed

Grapeseed

Grapeseed is often discarded when making wine however the oil that is derived from grapeseed is one of the most amazing sources of antioxidants and an efficient source of anti-inflammatory compounds. Grapeseed oil is chemically manufactured from the seeds of grapes used for wine. The oil is collected and processed into different products or combined with different essential oils for therapeutic purposes.

What makes grapeseed oil effective is its oligomeric procyanidin which is a very powerful antioxidant that can protect the cells of the body from cell and tissue damage due to the effects of harmful free radicals. Grapeseed oil also contains chromium which is known to boost cardiovascular health by reducing bad cholesterol deposits in the body and thus reduces the risk of suffering from coronary diseases and stroke. With the linoleic acid component of grapeseed oil, it may be used to lower blood sugar levels.

You can also use grapeseed oil in reducing pain and swelling that is common in arthritis. This is one of the reasons why grapeseed oil is an ingredient in pain relief medications and arthritis treatments. This essential oil may also be used in diluted form, in capsule form as well as in teas and other preparations in the treatment of pain and inflammation. By taking grapeseed oil-based products every day for at least 7 days you will be able to reduce inflammation effectively.

And aside from the mentioned properties, grapeseed oil may also be used to increase blood circulation which will also help reduce pain and deliver chemicals that help reduce inflammation in the bones, muscles and other tissues of the body. Finally, this oil is also very effective in skin and hair care, for the treatment of gastrointestinal conditions and there are also studies that show that grapeseed oil may also be able to stop premature signs of aging and may also cure cancer.

Grapeseed oil is widely known as a treatment for joint and muscle pains which is why it is considered one of the healthiest oils to use for pain relief.

References:

Grapeseed Oil Benefits, Side Effects and Information. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.seedguides.info/grapeseed-oil/

Health Benefits of Grape Seed Oil. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.homeremediesweb.com/grape-seed-oil-health-benefits.php

Rosemary

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)

Rosemary is a plant that is used for cooking and flavoring but it also has amazing therapeutic properties that make it a popular therapeutic herb. The rosemary plant is native to the Mediterranean; it has long leaves with dark green color on top and pale green on lower portion of the leaves. The leaves are very aromatic along with the flowers and this is because these parts contain significant amounts of volatile oils.

Rosemary is primarily known as a treatment for muscle pain. Rosemary oil is extracted from the leaves and flowers of the plant and is known to reduce pain, inflammation, swelling and joint stiffness. The reason for rosemary’s effectiveness is possibly due to numerous natural compounds. Rosemary contains biologically-active compounds such as antioxidants, rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, caffeic acid, ursolic acid, betulinic acid, rosmanol and camphor.

Rosemary oil is commonly included in joint and muscle pain preparations along with other essential oils. It is applied locally on the affected or painful area to reduce swelling, stiffness, pain and other signs of inflammation.

And because of the active ingredients that rosemary has, it is also effective in the relief of other health conditions like hair loss or alopecia, reducing blood pressure levels, improving cardiovascular health, improving nerve function and is known to improve memory. Rosemary oil and supplements is also known to increase the flow of menstruation, increase urine flow, as a treatment for indigestion and other health conditions.

For the treatment of muscle pain and joint pain, the best way to use rosemary is to choose products that have rosemary oil as ingredients just like creams, ointments, liniments and so on. It is also available as herbal teas, in dried and powdered form in capsules as supplements. It may also be in liquid extracts and in tincture form.

References:

Retrieved from https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/rosemary

Rosemary – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (n.d.). Retrieved May 22, 2014, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosemary

Lavender

Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)

Lavender is a plant native to mountainous areas of the Mediterranean. It is a plant has woody branches and small blue-violet flowers which is possibly why the plant is named lavender. The plant is naturally fragrant and this is why it is used in soaps, shampoos, perfumes and even in detergent soaps and fabric conditioners but along with its personal care uses lavender is also popular for its medicinal uses.

Lavender is where lavender oil is derived. The oil is extracted from lavender flowers and leaves and is used in countless medicinal applications. For one, it has antiseptic properties and anti-inflammatory properties. Lavender oil is essential oil that contains terpenes like camphor which is responsible for the oil’s medicinal properties.

Lavender oil is often one of the main ingredients in muscle pain and joint pain relief products. When applied to the skin, it can help reduce pain, decrease inflammation and help manage stiffness of the affected part. The oil may also be used on its own as a topical relief of pain and inflammation. Lavender oil is also useful in a lot of different medical applications because of its natural therapeutic components. It is useful for the relief of insomnia, for the cure of hair conditions like alopecia or hair loss, for the reduction of anxiety and stress and may also be used as a non-medicinal reduction of post-operative pain. Due to lavender’s antiseptic properties, it can be used to fight bacterial and antiviral infections. Lavender oil is conjunctively used with traditional healing strategies like aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture and in performing chiropractic exercises and manipulation.

Lavender is mostly used as a main ingredient in creams, ointments and healing oils but it may be consumed as lavender tea or tinctures. Lavender oil is safe when used accordingly.

References:

Lavandula – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (n.d.). Retrieved May 22, 2014, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavandula

Lavender: MedicinePlus Supplements. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/838.html

Lavender I University of Maryland Medical Center (n.d.). Retrieved from http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/lavender