Cumin, thuja, yarrow: properties of essential oils in Chinese medicine

11 February 2023, 12:48 | Health 
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Cumin ordinary - Carum carvi.

Plant Type: Herb Part Used: Seeds Main Oil Composition: Aldehydes – Acetaldehyde, Cumicaldehyde, Furfuralaldehyde; ketones - carvone, dihydrocarvone; terpene - limonene; phenols — carvacrol, dihydrocarvacrol Degree of heat: neutral Taste: sharp, spicy Odour: strong, expressive, sweet with a peppery tinge Pharmacological action: antiviral, antiseptic, carminative, stimulant, choleretic, insecticidal, cardiotonic, blood-purifying, diuretic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antihelminthic; tightening, improves appetite, increases lactation Indications for use: inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system, gastrointestinal pathology (reduced secretory and motor function of the stomach, spastic conditions and intestinal dysfunction, dyspepsia of various etiologies, enteritis, colitis with flatulence, constipation, intestinal colic,; pancreatitis, cholecystitis; asthenic conditions of various origins, decreased appetite, anorexia, exhaustion of the body, weakened immunity; diseases of the bladder and urinary tract (cystitis, pain in the bladder); decreased lactation in breastfeeding mothers; menstrual irregularities (algodysmenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea); inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and oropharynx (gingivitis, stomatitis); inflammatory processes of the skin, myositis Nature of exposure: heat of the stomach; se cold bladder; moves the blood of the liver, colon Effect on the meridians: stomach, bladder, liver, colon; the oil should also not be used immediately before sun exposure or before exposure to an ultraviolet lamp, as exposure to ultraviolet rays can irritate sensitive skin. It goes well with essential oils: anise ordinary, common basil, jasmine officinalis, fragrant fennel, common fennel.

Thuja orientalis - Thuja orientalis.

Type of plant: tree Part used: branches (legs) Main composition of the oil: terpenes - pinene, sabinene; sesquiterpene caryophyllene; sesquiterpene alcohol, borneol; vidren, cedrol, pinipicrin, pylene, pinin, tuin, thujone Degree of warmth: cold Taste: bitter Odour: fresh, forest, coniferous Pharmacological action: antibiotic, antiseptic, bactericidal, astringent, healing, hemostatic, diuretic, exchange-regulating, expectorant, diaphoretic,; stimulating the uterus, brain activity; sedative, tonic nervous system, strengthening Indications for use: pathology of the respiratory system (bronchitis, bronchial asthma, cough, colds); intestinal parasitosis, including helminthic invasions; pathology of the genitourinary system (urinary tract infections, prostatitis, prostate adenoma, urinary incontinence, cystitis); bleeding of various origins, including those arising on the basis of inflammatory processes - pulmonary (hemoptysis), gastrointestinal (for example, with dysentery), uterine, etc.. menstrual irregularities (algodysmenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea); asthenic conditions of various origins, decreased mental and physical performance, immunodeficiencies; tumors, precancerous conditions; skin diseases (acne, itching, weeping eczema, psoriasis, lichen, lupus erythematosus, warts, condylomas, papillomas); congestion of the pelvic organs, varicose veins, hemorrhoids Effects: bu qi of the heart; the heat of the three heaters; moves the blood of the liver, colon, stomach Effects on the meridians: three heaters, liver, colon, stomach, heart Contraindications: pregnancy, epilepsy Warning: oil is poisonous, do not use internally; should be used with extreme caution and only on the recommendation of an aromatherapist. Works well with essential oils: Atlas cedar, officinalis lavender, common juniper, patchouli, forest pine and all citrus fruits.

Yarrow - Achillea millefolium.

Plant type: herb Part used: inflorescences Main composition of the oil: ketones - camphor, cineole; sesquiterpenes - chamazulene, azulene; alcohol borneol; terpenes - limonene, pinene; thujone Degree of heat: neutral Taste: bitter Smell: soft, flower-herbal, sweetish-spicy Pharmacological action: adaptogenic, antiallergic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antitoxic, bactericidal, analgesic, carminative, astringent, hypotensive, antipyretic, choleretic, healing, immunostimulating,; intermittent fevers; pain syndrome caused by spasms of smooth muscles of the intestines, urinary and biliary tract; gastrointestinal pathology (decreased secretory and motor function of the stomach, gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, spastic conditions and intestinal dysfunction, ulcerative spastic colitis, flatulence, diarrhea, intestinal colic); violation of the secretory activity of the pancreas; functional disorders in the gallbladder, biliary dyskinesia; cholelithiasis and kidney stones; kidney disease (nephropathic syndromes, lituria; enuresis, chronic glomerulonephritis); bleeding of various origins, including those arising on the basis of inflammatory processes - gastrointestinal, hemorrhoidal, nasal, pulmonary, uterine (with fibromyomas, heavy menstruation, etc.). ), from gums; gynecological pathology (arteriosclerotic and hormonal disorders in menopause, amenorrhea); asthenic conditions of various origins, loss of appetite, anorexia; poisoning, including alcohol; wounds, ulcers, bedsores, inflammation of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, stomatitis, gingivitis, bleeding, inflammation and bleeding of the gums, skin diseases (furunculosis, rashes, eczema, diathesis, acne, warts, skin tuberculosis); varicose veins, phlebitis; arthritis, gout, arthrosis, rheumatism, sciatica; allergy; in cosmetic practice for the care of aging and cellulite skin, for the care of hair in case of hair loss Type of action: bu qi of the kidneys, three heaters; Se stomach heat; se cold of the liver, spleen - pancreas; moves the blood of the gallbladder, bladder Effect on the meridians: stomach, liver, spleen - pancreas, gallbladder, bladder, kidneys, three heaters Contraindications: pregnancy Warnings: prolonged use may cause headaches, irritation of sensitive skin Feature: rare.

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