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Escentia Lavender Essential Oil

Extraction:
 Steam distillation of the fresh flowering tops.

Charactersitics:
 Colourless to pale yellow mobile liquid of sweet, floral-herbaceous refreshing odour with a pleasant, balsamic-woody undertone.
 MIDDLE NOTE

Odour effects:
 Stabilising and refreshing.

Cautions:
 People with low blood pressure may develop some drowsiness, and it is an emmenagogue, so best avoided during early months of pregnancy.

Main chemical constituents:
 Linalyl acetate, geranyl acetate, lavandulyl acetate – 45%
 Citral – 1%
 Octanone, camphor – 4%
 Beta-caryophyllene – 5%
 Coumarin, Umbelliferone – 1%
 1.8-Cineol, linalool oxide, caryophyllene oxide – 2%
 Cuminaldehyde, benzaldehyde – 1%
 ocimene, camphene, limonene – 4%
 Terpinen-4-ol, alpha terpineol, linalool, borneol, geraniol, lavandulol – 36%

Properties and indications:
 MIND
 It is suggested that it stabilizes the physical, etheric and astral bodies, which indicates a positive effect on psychological disorder. Appears to cleanse and soothe the spirit, relieving anger and exhaustion. Balancing action on the central nervous system may be valuable in manic-depressive states.
 BODY
 Sedative action on heart could decrease blood pressure. Gives effective relief for insomnia. Pain relieving qualities would be good for sprains, strains and sharp rheumatic pains. Blends with Marjoram to enhance this. Beneficial to the respiratory system, dealing with infections. It is a good general immuno-booster. May be helpful in childbirth and speeding delivery. Said to clear the spleen and the liver. Increases gastric secretion and could be of use in nausea, vomiting, colic and flatulence.
 Stimulates bile production.
 SKIN
 Promotes growth of new cells and balances sebum. Has a pronounced healing effect on burns and sunburn and helps acne, eczema and psoriasis. Said to heal abscesses, boils and carbuncles as well as minimise fungal growths, swellings, scarrings and gangrenous wounds. An effective hair tonic.

Other uses:
 Pharmaceutical antiseptic ointments, soaps, lotions, detergents, cosmetics, perfumes, toilet water and colognes.

Escentia Juniperberry Essential Oil

Extraction:
 Steam distillation of the berries. However, an oil is also produced from the needles and wood.

Charactersitics:
 A water-white, mobile oil, having a fresh, yet warm, rich-balsamic, woody-sweet and pine-needle like odour.
 MIDDLE NOTE.

Odour effects:
 Clearing and protecting.

Cautions:
 Prolonged use may overstimulate the kidneys. Best avoided during pregnancy.

Main chemical constituents:
 Bornyl acetate, terpinyl acetate – 1%
 Caryophyllene, cadinene, humulene, germacrene – 6%
 Umbelliferone – 1%
 Caryophyllene oxide – 1%
 Alpha-Pinene, Beta Pinene, Y-terpinene, p-cymene, limonene, sabinene, thujene, myrcene, camphene – 78%
 Terpinen-4-ol, alpha terpineol – 5%

Properties and indications:
 MIND
 Clears, stimulates and strengthens the nerves.Supports and protects the spirit in challenging situations.
 BODY
 Valuable in cystitis and kidney stones. Can be good for cellulitis and fluid retention. Drives out toxins, especially relating to excess of alcohol and rich food. Clears mucous from intestines and could be effective against piles. Regulates the appetite and is a tonic to the liver. Helps to eliminate uric acid and could also be beneficial in regards to arthritis, rheumatism, gout and sciatica. Strengthens the limbs and can assist where there is stiff movement.
 Regulates periods and eases painful cramps.
 SKIN
 A tonic for oily and congested skin. Purifying properties may ease acne, blocked pores, dermatitis, weeping exzema, psoriasis and swellings.

Other uses:
 Diuretic and laxative preparations. Employed in spicy fragrances and aftershaves. The berries are used to flavour gin.

Escentia Jasmine Absolute Essential Oil 11ml

Description of plant:
 An evergreen climbing tree with delicate bright green leaves and very fragrant star-shaped white flowers. The flowers are picked at night when the aroma is most intense.

Extraction:
 1. Enfleurage – A process becoming outdated except in traditional regions.
 2. Extraction with hydrocarbon solvents.

Charactersitics:
 An orange-brown viscous liquid with an intensely rich, warm floral scent and a delicate tea-like undertone.
 MIDDLE TO BASE NOTE.

Odour effects:
 Revitalising.

Cautions:
 Not to be used in pregnancy. Narcotic properties could impede concentration.

Properties and indications:
 MIND
 Remedy for depression. Calming to nerves and warming to emotions. Restores energy.
 BODY
 Hastens delivery by strengthening contractions. Good hormone balancer, helping post-natal depression. Has a deeply relaxing nature, and could be helpful with frigidity. Helps to regulate and deepen breathing by relieving bronchial spasm. Said to ease hoarseness, with its calming action on irritating coughs. Loosens up stiff limbs.
 SKIN
 Balm and tonic for dry and sensitive skin. A blend with mandarin and lavender increases skin elasticity.

Other uses:
 Used in eighty percent of all fragrances requiring floral notes.

Escentia Rosemary Essential Oil

Extraction:
 Steam distillation of the fresh flowering tops.

Charactersitics:
 An almost colourless, mobile liquid of strong, fresh, woody-herbaceous, somewhat minty-forest like odour. The high fresh notes vanish quickly, leaving a clean woody-balsamic body note, toning out to a dry-herb-aceous tenacious bitter-sweet note.
 MIDDLE NOTE

Odour effects:
 Stimulating.

Cautions:
 Because of the highly stimulating action, it is not suitable for epilepsy or high blood pressure. Avoid during pregnancy. May antidote homeopathic remedies.

Main chemical constituents:
 Bornyl acetate, fenchyl acetate – 2%
 Camphor, carvone, thujone, octonone – 25%
 Caryophyllene, humulene – 4%
 1-8 Cineole, caryophyllene oxide – 30%
 Alpha-Pinene, Beta-Pinene, camphene, myrcene, limonene, p-cymene – 30%
 Terpineol, linalool, borneol, terpinen-4-ol – 3%

Properties and indications:
 MIND
 Enlivens brain cells, clears the head and aids memory. Good for general dullness. Strengthens the mind where there is weakness and exhaustion.
 BODY
 Revives the senses, and could play a part in restoring impediments of speech, hearing and sight. Clears migraines, particularly when connected to gastric problems. May be useful for vertigo. Helps to tone temporarily paralyzed limbs. Helps to ease gout, rheumatic pains, and tired, overworked muscles. A valuable heart and cardiac stimulant, normalising low blood pressure. Could benefit anaemia. Tonic for the lungs and could help with asthma, bronchitis, and influenza. Acts as a liver decongestant and may help to relieve hepatitis and cirrhosis as well as gallstones, jaundice or bile duct blockages. A boosting action on the digestion could ease colitis, dyspepsia, flatulence and stomach pains. Combats scanty periods. Diuretic properties could be useful with cellulite and obesity.
 SKIN
 An astringent – helpful for sagging skin. May ease congestion, puffiness and swelling as well. Benefits scalp disorders and could alleviate dandruff and encourage hair growth.

Other uses:
 Used in soaps, detergents, cosmetics, household sprays and perfumes. Extensively employed in meat products, alcoholic and soft drinks. A source of natural anti-oxidants

 

Escentia Peppermint Essential Oil

Extraction:
 Steam distillation from the rapidly dried herb.

Charactersitics:
 A pale yellow coloured liquid with a powerful grassy-minty odour, a deep balsamic-sweet undertone and a sweet, clean dryout note.
 TOP TO MIDDLE NOTE

Odour effects:
 Powerful and overwhelming.

Cautions:
 Likely to irritate the skin and mucous membranes, and will certainly irritate the eyes. To be avoided during pregnancy and by nursing mothers. Likely to anti-dote homeopathic remedies.

Main chemical constituents:
 Menthyl acetate – 6%
 Menthone, Iso-menthone, pulegone – 30%
 Germacrene, Beta-caryophyllene – 6%
 Aesculetine, menthofuran – 1%
 1 – 8 Cineole, caryophyllene oxide – 7%
 Phellandrene, alpha Pinene, Beta Pinene, Menthen, Limonene – 6%
 Menthol, Neomenthol, isomenthol, linalool – 42%

Properties and indications:
 MIND
 Seems to relieve states of anger, hysteria and nervous trembling. Ideal for mental fatigue and depression.
 BODY
 A good remedy for colds by halting mucous and encouraging perspiration. Useful in dry coughs, sinus congestion and general respiratory disorders. Has a major action on the digestive system. Has a relaxing effect on the stomach muscles. Deals with vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, flatulence, halitosis, colic, gall stones, nausea and travel sickness. Could assist in kidney and liver disorders. Good for numbness of limbs, shock, vertigo, anaemia, dizziness and fainting. A tonic to the heart and mind. Seems to ease headaches, migraines and toothache. A great remedy for aching feet and may provide some relief from rheumatism, neuralgia and muscle-aches.
 SKIN
 Could be useful in cases of dermatitis, ringworm, scabies and pruritis. Can relieve itching, inflammation and sunburn. Softens skin, enabling removal of blackheads. Has a good effect on greasy skin and hair.

Other uses:
 A great deterrent for rodents and insects. Has a wide range of flavour uses, especially chewing gum and sweets. Employed extensively in the toothpaste industry.

 

Medi Mushrooms Shiitake

Medi Mushrooms Shitake

Medi Mushrooms Shiitake

For hundreds of years, shiitake mushrooms have been a popular food source in Asia. They’re the second most popular and the third most widely cultivated edible mushroom in the world.

Today, shiitakes can be found in most grocery stores because of their meaty and versatile flavor, but did you know that they’re packed with B vitamins and have the power to fight cancer cells, cardiovascular disease and infections? That’s just a few of shiitake mushroom nutrition benefits.

Why are these small fungi so powerful? It’s because shiitake mushrooms have antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. They also help to control blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation within the body. That’s right — all of these health benefits come from eating a mushroom. And there are a ton of easy ways to incorporate shiitake mushrooms into your diet.

Shiitake mushrooms contain many chemical compounds that protect your DNA from oxidative damage, which is partly why they’re so beneficial. Lentinan, for example, heals chromosome damage caused by anticancer treatments. Eritadenine substances help reduce cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health. Researchers at Shizuoka University in Japan found that eritadenine supplementation significantly decreased plasma cholesterol concentration.

Shiitakes are also unique for a plant because they contain all eight essential amino acids, along with a type of essential fatty acid called linoleic acid. Linoleic acid helps with weight loss and building muscle. It also has bone-building benefits, improves digestion, and reduces food allergies and sensitivities.

 

 

Medi Mushrooms Shitake Bioactive Properties and Health Benefits

Anti-tumour properties – Improves functioning of a depressed immune system;

prevents chromosomal damage induced by anti-cancer drugs;

reducing side effects from radiation and chemotherapy;

Anti-HIV properties – stimulates the production of interferon; provides synergistic

(combined and improved) effect with azidothymidine (AZT);

High cholesterol – accelerates the metabolism and the excretion of ingested

cholesterol;

Liver protection – strengthens the function of the liver; assists liver in detoxification

Weight loss effect – produces a fat-absorbing compound that assists in healthy metabolism

Bio Curcumin 60 capsules

Feel Healthy Bio Curcumin

Bio Curcumin 60 capsules

Bio Curcumin may help alleviate aches, pains and inflammatory discomfort caused by arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and inflammatory digestive disorders such as IBS and Crohn’s Disease.

Bio Curcumin’s effect may be felt after just three days

What is Curcumin?

Curcumin, a polyphenolic compound derived from dietary spice turmeric. Turmeric (Curcume Longa) is a bright yellow ancient spice native to Asian countries; it has been used as a traditional remedy dating back 600BC. Curcumin is one of today’s most exciting extracts impressing scientists around the world with its remarkable multiple clinical applications; health benefits and as a disease fighting agent. Nearly 700 studies from all around the world confirm the remarkable properties of Curcumin. Curcumin is the most widely-studied phytochemical in modern science.

Despite the incredible benefits of curcumin, one of the biggest challenges for using it therapeutically has been absorption. Major reasons contributing to the low plasma and tissue levels of curcumin appear to be due to poor absorption, rapid metabolism, and rapid systemic elimination. That’s why clinical trials have had to use increasingly larger dosages – some up to 12 grams daily. Typically a large dose is required in order to obtain adequate amounts into the bloodstream, which becomes costly with a higher risk of noncompliance. Many of the current Curcumin products on the market today, including the 95% Curcumin extracts as well as those enhanced with ingredients that increase absorption, such as piperine and lecithin still have poor bioavailability.

Only 2%-5% of the spice Turmeric is Curcumin. 1000mg Turmeric delivers 20mg-50mg Curcumin.

Regular Curcumin extracts are poorly absorbed. These include 95% Curcuminenhanced with piperine.

Retention time in the blood is short which limits the ability to have greater impact.

Combining Curcumin with piperine to increase absorption increases the risk of adverse interactions with commonly prescribed medications.

Enhanced Absorption. Proven Efficacy. Naturally Better Curcumin.

Absorption of Bio-Curcumin® is up to seven times greater and it retains twice as long in the blood (8 hours vs 4 hours) than conventional 95% Curcumin extract. This has been confirmed via Human clinical studies.This breakthrough formulation is the most effective and affordable way to supplement with curcumin.

 

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Ingredients

BCM-95 Bio-curcumin 400mg

(Curcuma Longa) 25:1 extract (root) {std to 95% total curcuminoids complex with essential oils of turmeric rhizome by HPLC (380mg)

Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), vegetable stearate, silica

 

China Herb Smooth Intestine

Key Symptoms and Signs for Use:

Chronic or recurrent diarrhea
or alternation of constipation and diarrhea
Cramping abdominal pain relieved by defecation
Mucus in the stools
Fullness and distention, irritability
Yellow tongue coating
Wiry slippery pulse

Clinical Application for Reference:
Irritable bowel syndrome
Candida
Ulcerative colitis

China Herb Si Wu Tang

Chinaherb Si Wu tang

Si Wu Tang first appeared in Lin Taoren’s “Secret Recipe of Treatment of Injure and bone fracture” of the Tang Dynasty and was later included in China’s first national pharmacopoeia “Tai Ping Formulas of welfare dispensary” in the Song Dynasty. Because Si Wu Tang has the effect of regulating Blood and nourishing Blood, it has the characteristics of “nourish without Stagnation, warm without Dryness, nourish Blood without leaving Stasis, and move Blood without hurting Blood“. It is widely used in Blood Deficiency and Blood Stasis Syndromes. Especially commonly used in gynaecology, as a common method of regulating menstruation, it is also known as “the first formula for women to nourish Blood“. It can be successfully used for the treatment of postnatal uterine bleeding, infertility, dysmenorrhoea, amenorrhoea and delayed menstruation, as well as chronic headache and migraine.

Modern research has an anti-anaemic effect, which can improve hematopoietic function, enhance immune function, improve the body’s ability to resist hypoxia, resist free radical damage and delay ageing. It can inhibit platelet aggregation and is anti-thrombosis. It can resist radiation damage and inhibit granulation proliferation. Si Wu Tang is also a traditional herbal diet, used to enhance physical fitness, especially women postpartum physical fitness.

Because Si Wu Tang’s ingredients have a relatively warm nature, pregnant women should use it with caution and only after evaluation by a practitioner. Yin Deficiency, Blood Heat, excessive menstruation and foetal movement and redness are not suitable for this formula.

 

Used to combat:

  • Absence of Menstruation
  • Infertility
  • Chronic Headache and Migrane
  • Late or delayed Menstruation (Cycle longer than 35 days)
  • Period Pain

Ingredients

Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora root, Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong rhizome), Dang Gui (Angelica chinensis root), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa rhizome preparata)

China Herb Replenish Essence

Key Symptoms and Signs for Use:
Alopecia, hair loss
Early appearance of white or grey hair and beard
Poor memory
Lassitude in back and legs
Tongue: Pale
Pulse: Deficiency

Clinical Application for Reference:
Alopecia
Hair loss
Thin or premature graying of hair
High cholesterol