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- CAM-101
| Specifics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country of Orgin: | India | Extraction Method: | CO2 |
| Chemical Families: | Esters, Monoterpenols, Oxides | Plant Parts: | Seeds |
| Cultivations: | Unsprayed | Botanical Families: | Zingerberaceae |
| Aromas: | Spicy, Sweet, Warm and Radiant | Notes: | Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
To help alleviate nausea, use on a tissue and inhale, or make the suggested cream and apply to the abdomen.
Reduces damp, congested conditions in the respiratory and digestive systems. When suffering from cold or flu, use to ease chest and head pain from tightness and congestion.
This Cardamom CO2 has both a-terpineol and 1,8 cineole. Research shows that this combination is especially healing for HPV.
What is a CO2 extract? CO2 extraction is a very efficient way of extracting essential oil. Instead of using steam, as in steam distillation, Carbon dioxide is used as a solvent to extract the essential oil. As the extraction is finished and the pressure is released, the Carbon Dioxide escapes in its gaseous form leaving a pure essential oil without any solvent residue. One advantage of the CO2 extract is that heat isn't used in the process.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antiemetic - reduces incidence and severity of nausea, vomiting
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infection (respiratory)
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
- Cephalic - stimulates and clears the mind
- Refreshing/tonic
- Stomachic - stimulates the stomach
- Warming & cooling - The a-terpineol present gives us cooling properties
- Cicatrisant
- Antibacterial
- Immune Supportive
- Antiviral (Supports healing of genital warts and HPV)
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Refreshing, invigorating
Support nourishment and balancing for one's energy
Invites mental clarity and improves concentration
Brings stability and balance for those who think and worry excessively
Recipe
For Digestive Distress (caused by gas and tension)
4 drops Cardamom
6 drops Roman Chamomile
3 drops Ginger
1 drop Peppermint
Blend in 1 oz. cream or carrier. Massage into abdomen as needed.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
Safety
May be drying on the skin if used often. Use in low dilution when applying to the skin (5-6 drops per ounce of carrier), such as in baths or massage oils.
