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Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum graecum oil

Other Names: Alholva, Bird’s Foot, Bockshornklee, Bockshornsame, Chandrika, Fenogreco, Foenugraeci Semen, Greek Clover, Greek Hay, Greek Hay Seed, Hu Lu Ba, Medhika, Methi, Sénégrain, Trigonella, Woo Lu Bar.

Fenugreek oil, rich in Diosgenin, boasts antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Fenugreek oil proves beneficial for the skin, aiding in the reduction of pimples and acne by mitigating swelling associated with acne.

Medicinal Uses:

• Promotes the repair of damaged cells and the regeneration of new cells.
• Digestive problems
• Inflammatory conditions
• Low libido
• Enhance exercise performance
• Stimulate breast milk production
• Fight acne

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega-3 fatty acid, is present in fatty, cold-water fish like salmon and is a common component in fish oil supplements, often in combination with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Vegetarian sources of DHA are sourced from seaweed. The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids extend to heart health, and DHA is crucial for maintaining a healthy brain in the human body.

Medicinal Uses:

• Reduce the risk of heart and circulatory disease
• Decreasing the thickness of the blood
• Reducing swelling (inflammation)
• Lowering blood levels of triglycerides.

Botanical Name: Daucus carota L

Other Names: wild carrot, carrot seed, and Queen Anne’s Lace.

Carrot seed oil, categorized as an essential oil, is obtained through steam distillation from the seeds of the Daucus carota plant. Recognized for its white blossoms and roots emitting a distinctive carrot scent, this flowering plant is alternatively referred to as wild carrot and Queen Anne’s lace.

Medicinal Uses:

• Lowers blood pressure
• Facilitates the healing of infected skin and wounds
• Sore throats and hiccups
• Used in cosmetics for anti-aging properties in skin care.
• Antibacterial
• Antifungal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant properties

Botanical Name: Carum carvi L.

Other Names: karauya, Persian cumin, field cumin, meadow cumin, and meridian fennel.

Caraway finds application in addressing digestive issues such as bloating, heartburn, gas, mild stomach and intestinal spasms, and appetite loss. Additionally, caraway oil is employed to facilitate the expulsion of phlegm, enhance urination control, and alleviate constipation.

Medicinal Uses:

• Improve digestion
• Relieve spasms in the stomach and intestines.
• Use caraway for indigestion
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Obesity
• Constipation and many other conditions

Botanical Name: Piper betle L.

Other Names: Betel, Betel Vine, Betel Pepper, Betle Pepper, Pan, Sireh

Possessing revitalizing attributes, betel leaf oil is renowned for its invigorating properties and is commonly incorporated as a constituent in deodorants. Primarily cultivated in South Asia and Southeast Asian nations, with India standing out as the foremost producer, the betel vine is integral to the production of this aromatic oil. Details about harvesting can be found below.

Medicinal Uses:

• Betel Leaf Oil
• Refreshes Breath
• Effective on Gum Issues
• Deals with Skin Infections
• Relieves Muscular Tensions
• Reduces Ear Pain
• Accelerates Wound Healing Process
• Improves Respiratory Health

Botanical Name: Citrus bergamia Risso et Poiteau

Derived through cold pressing from the rind cells of the bergamot orange fruit, bergamot essential oil serves as a widely used flavoring and top note in perfumery. Its aromatic profile is reminiscent of a sweet, light orange peel oil, complemented by a floral undertone.

Medicinal Uses:

• Treat problems related to digestion
• Skin health
• Fever

Botanical Name: Copaifera officinalis

Other Names: Balsam, Bálsamo de Copaiba, Baume de Copahu, Copaiba, Copaiba Oleoresin, Copaïer, Copaifera langsdorffii, Copaifera officinalis, Copaifera reticulata, Copaiva, Copayer, Jesuit’s Balsam, Oléorésine de Copahu.

Copaiba balsam, obtained from the oleoresin of Copaifera trees extracted from their trunks, serves as the raw material for copaiba oil production. The compounds found in copaiba balsam and copaiba oil are believed to possess antimicrobial properties, potentially aiding in germ elimination. Additionally, certain chemicals present in copaiba balsam may contribute to reducing inflammation.

Medicinal Uses:

• Treating bronchitis
• Hemorrhoids
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Bladder infections
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Botanical Name: Myroxylon balsamum pereirae

Other Names: bálsamo del Perú oil, balsamum Peruvianim oil, baume du Pérou oil.

Balsam Peru oil, derived from the Myroxylon balsamum pereirae tree in Central America, is recognized for its aromatic resemblance to cinnamon. Widely employed in fragrances and flavors, this oil boasts the presence of cinnamic acid along with various other compounds reminiscent of cinnamon.

Medicinal Uses:

• Used in the local treatment of burns
• Wounds as an antiseptic

Derived from various fish species, fish oil is abundant in two crucial omega-3 fatty acids known as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). The advantages associated with fish oil primarily stem from its omega-3 fatty acid composition. Fish varieties particularly high in these beneficial oils encompass mackerel, herring, tuna, and salmon.

Medicinal Uses:

• Fight inflammation
• Help prevent heart disease
• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Disorder of the pancreas

Botanical Name: Triticum vulgare

Wheat-germ oil (WGO) stands out as a specialty product in contrast to commonplace oils like soybean and canola, primarily utilized for their heat-transfer characteristics in cooking and for enhancing the texture of salad dressings. WGO, on the other hand, is prized for its nutritional significance, particularly its elevated vitamin-E content.

Medicinal Uses:

• Treats dryness
• Acne
• Dark spots
• Scars and is a superb organic remedy for eczema.