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| Description: Caraway is found in parts of Europe and Asia, and has a long history for medicinal treatments. The medicinal part is the oil extracted from the seeds. It does have a characteristic taste and aromatic smell. It is also presently found wild in North America after being introduced there. Caraway seed is not to be confused with Carbon, which is occasionally added in synthetic form. The active compounds in the oils are D-(plus)-carbone and D-(plus)-limonene. The active components in animal tests have a spasmolytic effect. There is an antimicrobial effect demonstrated against bacillus, pseudomonas, and candida and an inhibitory effect on dermatomyces. There has also been a choleretic effect described.
Useful in treatment of: Gingivitis: A mouthwash made from sage oils, peppermint oil, menthol, chamomile tincture, echinacea, myrrh tincture, clove oil, and caraway seed has been shown effective in treating gingivitis.1 Irritable Bowel Syndrome: When combined with peppermint, fennel, caraway and wormwood, it appears to have a soothing effect on the intestines.2 Dosage: This is generally taken in as a tea. This can be prepared by using 1-2 tsp. of seeds, pressed and then 150 ml. of hot water poured over this and then drained after 10-15 minutes. One cup several times daily. If taken as an essential oil, the average single does is 2-3 drops on sugar with a total daily dose of 3-6 drops. Precautions: With recommended dosage, there have been no demonstrated side effects or health hazards known. Overdosage: When taken in large doses of the volatile oil for long periods, there have been noted potential of kidney and liver damage. References: |
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