Naturally Blog — Frankincense
Myrrh: The Ancient Spice with Surprising Health Benefits
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For centuries, myrrh has been revered for its powerful medicinal properties and spiritual significance. This ancient resin, derived from the Commiphora myrrha tree, has been used in traditional medicine, religious rituals, and cosmetic applications for thousands of years. Today, modern science is uncovering the vast array of health benefits associated with myrrh, making it a valuable addition to holistic health practices. What is Myrrh? Myrrh is a resinous substance that oozes from the bark of the Commiphora tree (Commiphora is the most species rich genus of flowering plants in the frankincense and myrrh family), native to regions of Africa and the...
Frankincense Benefits for Skin
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Frankincense is an example of an amazing medicinal herb, esteemed in antiquity but almost unknown today. Unlike other herbs, what makes Frankincense special is the fact that it is cultivated for its resin which is made by making incisions into its trunk a few times a year. The tree then secretes a milky like sap which hardens into "tears' which are then scraped off and allowed to dry. The appearance of the milky sap probably explains the ancient Semitic names "Levona' in Hebrew which is close to the word "white" and Lubban in Arabic. In ancient Rome the...
