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03/06/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Antibacterial and anti-edematogenic activity of Tithionia diversifolia essential oil

Researchers from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil investigated the chemical composition and the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities of the essential oils derived from the leaves and inflorescences of Tithonia diversifolia. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. T. diversifolia, commonly known as Mexican sunflower, is an invasive shrub found in tropical […]

02/13/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Exploring the biological activities of Thymus capitatus essential oil

In this study, researchers from Tunisia determined the biochemical components and geographic variability of essential oils derived from Thymus capitatus, commonly known as conehead thyme. Their results were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. To characterize T. capitatus essential oils, the researchers performed chromatographic analysis using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry. They extracted the […]

11/21/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Artemisia ifranensis essential oil confirmed to have strong antibacterial properties

Artemisia ifranensis, which is native to Morocco, is a species in the genus Artemisia belonging to the Asteraceae family. In a study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, researchers from Morocco found that the essential oil extracted from this plant has a strong antibacterial effect against Staphylococcus aureus. For the study, the research team […]

10/10/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Essential oil of stem clasping ligularia from the sunflower family found to have antibacterial properties

Ligularia amplexicaulis, commonly known as stem clasping ligularia, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae (sunflower) family. It grows in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, India. L. amplexicaulis is considered as a medicinal herb, and its stems, leaves, and flowers are used in Tibetan medicine to treat vomiting caused by indigestion. In a recent study […]

09/10/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Healing properties of peppermint oil improved by nanotechnology

Peppermint essential oil is a powerful natural medicine that has a hydrophobic and volatile nature. Now, research suggests that its healing properties can be enhanced with the help of nanotechnology. This research, which was published in the Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, was conducted to assess the efficiency of peppermint essential oil encapsulated […]

08/27/2019 / By Janine Acero

Put a stop to golden staph infections with Indian wormwood essential oil

Big things do come in small packages, and unfortunately, this also applies to health problems. Bacteria may be the tiniest living organisms, but they can cause some of the worst infections on the planet. A good example of a potentially problematic infection is the golden staph infection. Caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, this infection causes skin abscesses, boils, ear infections, and […]

07/25/2019 / By Melissa Smith

The antibacterial activity of wild Moroccan Artemisia essential oil

A team of researchers from Morocco looked at the antibacterial activity of Artemisia ifranensis, a species in the genus Artemisia that grows wild in the Middle Atlas in Morocco. The team published their findings in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. For the study, the research team extracted the essential oils from the wild Moroccan […]

07/15/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Breathe easy with these 7 essential oils for sinus congestion

Sinus congestion can make you feel miserable. Some people find it difficult to breathe or sleep when their nasal passages are blocked. Fortunately, there are essential oils that help alleviate the discomfort caused by sinus congestion. Ease sinus congestion with essential oils Sinusitis is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection, which causes an inflammation in the sinuses. […]

07/09/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Essential oil of Ligularia amplexicaulis (wall.) DC found to have antibacterial properties

Researchers from Kumaun University in India isolated and identified the components of the essential oil of Ligularia amplexicaulis, a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae (sunflower) family. The results of their study, which demonstrate the antibacterial activity of L. amplexicaulis essential oil, were published in The Journal of Essential Oil Research. The plant L. amplexicaulis grows wild in […]

07/05/2019 / By Mary Miller

Ancient medicine is good prepper medicine: Uses and benefits of myrrh essential oil

Myrrh is a sap-like substance extracted from the Commiphora myrrha tree. Use of this plant extract dates back to Biblical times, most notably as one of the gifts of the three kings during the Nativity. Nowadays, people use myrrh as a perfume, flavoring agent, or essential oil. According to research, myrrh possesses powerful antiseptic, antibacterial, and […]

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