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With a long history of traditional use, Medicinal Spice Oils have proven themselves time and again as safe yet potent healers and preventers of disease. Modern science has verified these traditional uses. See articles and research below on the following:
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Ingreidients Pure-le Natural searches the world for ingredients of the highest quality and potency for use in our prodiucts. We pride ourselves on providing the best products for your family. Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract (Organically Grown) Ingredients: Organically Grown Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract (Echinacea angustifolia) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. North American Indians used echinacea for infections and animal bites. A member of the Compositae family, Echinacea angustifolia, is recognized as an herbal remedy for immune system strengthening. In fact, this pretty plant was included in the pharmacopoeias of medical establishments all over North America earlier this century. The most popular herb in North America, echinacea is used in a multitude of pharmaceutical and natural remedies. This purple-flowering herb can be used to successfully treat respiratory infections, symptoms of colds and flu, and yeast infections caused by Candida albicans. A variety of constituents within echinacea are believed to be responsible for its characteristic medicinal qualities. In addition, clinical studies have proven echinacea helps lessen the time required by the body to recover from colds and flu. Echinacea can also be applied topically to heal wounds, cuts, and burns, and treat conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and herpes simplex. Echinacea is recognized as "the immune herb". It works to help the body combat and ultimately defeat various bacterial, fungal, viral and protozoan infections. Symptoms normally associated with these types of infections are decreased in severity with use of this herb. Elder Ingredients: Elder Flowers (Sambucus nigra) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Elder has been used for centuries in North Ameica and Europe as a food, particularly in the dried form. Elderberry wine, pie, and lemonade are some of the popular ways to prepare this plant as food. Native American herbalists used the plant for infections, coughs, and skin conditions. Elder is rich in flavonoids, including quercetin and anthocyanins. These flavanoids are believed to account for the therapeutic actions of the elder. These flavonoids are powerful antioxidants and protect cells against damage in scientific studies. Studies show that elder can inhibit the influenza (flu) virus, speeding up recoveryfrom infection. Garlic Ingredients: Garlic bulb (OregaPlus Organicaps®), Garlic Oil (Oil of Garlic) (Allium sativum). They are both 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Garlic has been used since recorded time as a culinary spice and medicinal herb. It is mentioned in the Bible and the Talmud. Hippocrates, Galen, Pliny the Elder, and Dioscorides all mention the use of garlic for many conditions. Garlic has been cultivated in the Middle East for more than 5,000 years and has been an important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Numerous clinical and lab studies have shown that garlic supports the cardiovascular system lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Garlic also inhibits platelet stickiness (aggregation) and increases fibrinolysis, which results in a slowing of blood coagulation. It has high antioxidant activity. In test tube studies garlic has been found to have antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal activity. However. Human studies suggest that eating garlic regularly reduces the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer. It is believed to be partly due to garlic's ability to reduce the formation of carcinogenic compounds. Studies have looked at garlic's potential for fighting infection and detoxifying the body. The active components allicin and alliin have anti-infective effects against bacteria and fungi. Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria responsible for many peptic ulcers, is one species of bacteria that garlic has been shown to inhibit. Garlic may also help in the detoxification of heavy metals from the body, including lead. Garlic improves digestion, relieves wind and distension, enhances absorption and assimilation of food. Garlic also enhances the production of insulin by the pancreas, making it an excellent remedy to lower blood sugar in diabetics. Goldenseal Root Extract (Organically Grown) Ingredients: Organically Grown Goldenseal Root Extract (Hydrastis canadensis) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Early North American settlers learned to quickly adopt the Native attitude toward this forest plant. Through experience and experimentation goldenseal was found to be a good colouring agent and potent medicine for many ailments. Since then, this broadleaf herb has risen to a respected position above most herbs. It was listed in the U.S.A. Pharmacopoeia due to its medical importance. Use of goldenseal has transcended international borders, and it has become a favourite of herbalists and naturopathic doctors the world over. People often use goldenseal as an immune system enhancer, infection fighter, natural anti-biotic, and general health tonic. However, many feel this unique plant can help with any problem. As a bitter, goldenseal is one of the best remedies for stomach problems. It aids in problematic digestion by stimulating bile production. Goldenseal's ability to control spasms has made it a potent treatment for menstrual pain. Recent research shows diabetics can utilize goldenseal to help regulate their blood sugar levels and insulin production. Studies also confirm the antimicrobial activity of this perennial is even effective to eliminate the stubborn bacteria that cause diarrhea. Pure-le Natural uses premium, 3 year old organically grown goldenseal root from the lush Simcoe region of Southern Ontario. Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) Ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Olea europaea) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Extra virgin olive oil has been used for centuries as both food and medicine. It is one of the staples of the Mediterranean diet due to its many nutritive and health benefits. Extra virgin olive oil is rich in health promoting and protecting compounds. It is high in vitamins E and K, both of which protect the body from disease. It is a good source of both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids which help to strengthen cell membranes. Research also is showing that extra virgin olive oil is rich in polyphenols and phytosterols. These phytochemicals are potent antioxidants. It is thought that consumption may contribute to the lower incidence of heart disease and cancer seen in the Mediterranean region. Researchers suspect that these antioxidant polyphenols are responsible for a reduction of blood pressure in high blood pressure patients. A study published in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine reports concluded that people on high blood pressure medications may be able to reduce the amount of medicine they take if they substitute extra-virgin olive oil for other types of fats in their diet. Onion Ingredients: Onion bulb (Allium cepa) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Onion has been used as food for many centuries. Onion was a popular folk remedy, being applied to tumors, made into a syrup for relieving coughs, or used to relieve "dropsy" (heart failure - related edema). Onion is considered a valuble health tonic since it is rich in vitamins, including B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), and C. Two sets of compounds make up the majority of onion's known active constituents - sulfur compounds, such as allyl propyl disulphide (APDS), and flavonoids, such as quercetin. Onion' sulfer compounds have been repeatedly shown to kill various bacteria, viruses and pathogens. The sulfer compounds have also been shown to be anti-inflammatory. APDS has been shown to block the breakdown of insulin by the liver and possibly to stimulate insulin production by the pancreas, thus increasing the amount of insulin and reducing sugar levels in the blood. This could prove valuble to diabetics. Onion is exceedingly safe as it does not reduce blood sugar levels in healthy nondiabetic people. Oregano Oil Powder Ingredients: Steam Distilled Mediterranean Oregano Essential Oil (Origanum vulgare), Calcium silicate (natural calcium) Our Oregano Oil powder is 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Oregano oil powder is the stable concentrated form of oregano. Developed by Pure-le Natural for use in guaranteed potency capsules, oregano oil powder offers all the benefits of oregano essential oil in a stable concentrated dry form. Organicaps® Click here for more information on Organicaps® Phytosterols Ingredients: Natural Phytosterols 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Phytosterols, or plant sterols, have long been known for their ability to reduce blood cholesterol. Today, new research is uncovering additional, health-promoting properties of these cholesterol impostors. Studies this year showed that phytosterols (sitosterol and/or campesterol) reduce the size and slow the spread of breast-cancer tumors in mice. Phytosterols also retard the proliferation of the cells that line blood vessels, suggesting they may help keep arteries from hardening. Other recent studies show that sitosterol has a positive influence on symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), but these effects have not been compared to saw palmetto supplementation, also known to effectively treat BPH. Finally, a study presented this year showed a proprietary extract of sitosterol linked to a carbohydrate (sitosterol glucoside) prevented immune decline in HIV patients for more than two years, despite not taking any conventional anti-HIV drugs. Arthritis Plant Sterols, According to a paper published in 1998 by PJD Bouic, PhD (Arthritis Trust of America Newsletter, Summer 1998), plant sterols and sterolins were able to control the release of immune factors, thereby halting the immune process that ultimately destroys cartilage. Most importantly, sterols and sterolins also stopped autoantibody production and the release of IL-6, IL-1 and IL-4 in rheumatoid arthritis. Testimonials touting remission for rheumatoid arthritis sufferers spawned a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial conducted in South Africa under the direction of Bouic. Results are soon to be published. In addition, a double-blind, US-based, placebo-controlled study is in process to verify the remission rates discovered in North American rheumatoid arthritis sufferers. Sumac (Mountain) Mountain Sumac is a Mediterranean relative of our North American Sumac. It is a highly prized component of many traditional Mediterranean health formulas. It has been used for centuries as a source of nutrition and to prevent disease. Mountain Sumac is a virtual treasure chest of healing and prevention. This small mountain plant is naturally rich in calcium, potassium, and zinc. Mountain Sumac is a significant source of flavonoids, particularly malic, tannic, and gallic acids. These organic acids possess significant anti-viral, antibacterial and anti-fungal activity. Malic acid has recently been shown to aid in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Research is ongoing to explore and verify the many health benefits of Mountain Sumac. Vitamin E (Natural) Ingredients: d-Tocopherol (Natural source, Non-GMO) 100% Pure and Unadulterated, Certified Kosher and Parve. Vitamin E is essential to human nutrition. It is a lipid (fat) soluble antioxidant that stabilizes and protects cell membranes against the damaging effects of free radicals. It is consistently in the news, being credited with many attributes, and continues to impress researchers with its wide-ranging benefits. Male fertility: An intriguing finding by Israeli researchers may give hope to couples who have difficulty conceiving: recent research found that the wives of men who took 200 mg of vitamin E for one month were able to conceive by in vitro fertilization. Although the numbers were relatively small - two couples out of fifteen - the researcher felt that vitamin E may help to protect sperm against cell damage. Protective health for elderly: A large scale study published by the National Institute on Aging suggests that vitamin E may be helpful in protecting against heart disease and improving overall longevity. After reviewing results from over 11,000 elderly people, researchers found that those using vitamin E supplements significantly lowered total mortality rates, reduced the risk of heart disease mortality and decreased cancer mortality. These findings are consistent with previous indications that vitamin E is beneficial to the elderly. Studies done at Tufts University have shown that immune function in the elderly has been increased when supplemented by vitamin E. Angina:. In a Japanese study of 104 angina (chest pain) sufferers, those who had the lowest levels of vitamin E suffered more chest pain. When calcium channel blockers (heart medication) could not provide relief, 300 mg of vitamin E supplements were given, and the symptoms improved. Although the cause for relief is not clear, it may be related to the effect of vitamin E on fatty plaques surrounding the heart. When these cholesterol-formed plaques oxidize, they may be more likely to respond to signals to contract, which in turn causes chest pain. Since vitamin E prevents the oxidation of these plaques, there may be fewer contractions and less pain. According to the Mayo Clinic; Supplemental vitamin E appears to have a protective effect against cardiovascular disease.
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