WISE MEN'S CURE
- Jordan Trewartha & Jennifer Corts
- Mar 15, 2016
- 2 min read
Did you know the Frankincense Essential Oil dates back to thousands of years ago?
Frankincense is an oil that is extracted from the gum of the Olibanum tree, which is scientifically known as Boswellia Carteri. Old wise men would use it for many ancient rituals and for it's antiseptic and inflammatory properties. Frankincense has also been used for cosmetic and incense burners for centuries.
With Frankincense oil increasing in popularity, research has found a tremendous amount of benefits that can help in your daily lifestyle. Listed below are five ways to use the oil of the month Frankincense.
INFLAMMATION & PAIN
It can is used to relieve pain and inflammation by improving the blood circulation. Many use the oil to alleviate arthritis and rheumatism pain.
To use: Apply oil directly to inflamed area, use an oil diffuser, or ingest (high-grade oil only).
NATURAL COLD
Next time you have an uncontrollable cough, use frankincense to relieve some of the irritation. With the inflammatory aspects it will relieve phlegm in the lungs allowing breathing to be easier.
To use: Rub oil directly on your chest or diffuse.
DIGESTIVE
Frankincense speeds up the secretion of the digestive track allowing food to move through the intestine quicker and simpler. It also eliminates gas and prevents it from building in the body.
To use: Ingest (high-grade oil only).
ANTI-AGING
This oil is a cytophylactic which allows it to regenerate healthy cells while keeping existing cells and tissue healthy. This a strong and powerful anti-aging aspect that helps eliminate sun spots, remove micro-wrinkles, while also toning and tightening the skin.
To use: Dilute frankincense oil in jojoba oil or coconut oil and apply directly to the skin.
STRESS & ANXIETY
Frankincense induces a feeling of mental peace, relaxation, and satisfaction. It also promotes deep breathing that can help reduce your blood pressure moving your state of mind back to calm and collected.
To use: Diffuse.
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