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Summary of Benefits & Cautions Full Profile Note: There are several chemotypes of basil. A chemotype refers to variations in the chemical makeup of an oil from the same species. Chemotypes are usually labelled for the chemical component that is prominent in them. Different chemotypes of basil include linalool, methyl …
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Allspice is a pale yellow to brown oil that is steam distilled from berries and leaves. The best oil comes from the berries. Its scent is spicy, sweet, and warm, and is reminiscent of cloves and cinnamon. Blending Allspice generally blends well with citrus oils and other spice oils. It …
Sources: Madagascar Extraction: Steam distilled Note: Top Scent: Camphor, herbal Key Points: Good for viral diseases Do not confuse with Ravintsara Properties: expectorant, antiviral, antibacterial, analgesic, antiseptic Uses: treat viral diseases, flu, immune stimulant, coughs, colds, fatigue Safety: Do not use during pregnancy. Limited safety data available.
Sources: Europe, India, North Africa Extraction: Solvent extracted Note: Middle Scent: Warm, floral Key Points: Helps boost confidence and memory Relaxing, but may also be euphoric May help with depression Properties: aphrodisiac, anti-depressant, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, Uses: depression, stress, anxiety, coughs, laryngitis, aphrodisiac, lack of confidence, stimulate memory Cautions: Avoid if …
Sources: Europe Extraction: Steam distilled Note: Middle Scent: Fresh, woody, fruity Key Points: Useful to disinfect airborne germs Eases nervous stress Properties: antiseptic, antimicrobial, analgesic, sedative Uses: coughs, colds, flu, stress, insomnia, mental clarity, disinfect air Cautions: Use sparingly. Do not use during pregnancy, or with kidney or liver disease.
