Plant Origin: Ethiopia

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from gum resin

Key Constituents:

Curzerene 31.58%

Heerabolene 31.14%

Sesquiterpenoid UNK-1  10.29%

Sesquiterpenoid UNK-4  6.52%

beta-Elemene 3.53%

Myrrh is a powerful antioxidant, anti-tumoral, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-parasitic and analgesic/anesthetic.

Application:

Topical: 2-4 drops on location or as desired

Inhalation: Too resinous to diffuse with a glass nebulizer, but suitable to directly inhale

Internal: Add to food or water as a dietary supplement or flavoring.

Researchers at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ have identified a compound in Myrrh that they believe could be developed into a potent anticancer agent. The compound, which kills cancer cells in the laboratory, shows particular promise for the prevention and treatment of breast and prostate cancer, according to researchers. Click here to read the full article.

I believe the component they isolated is Elemene. My personal feeling is that what scientists feel they must isolate will be the most effective when used as a whole as the Lord intended. I found one mention of this isolated Elemene was shown to have "significant effect on treatment of malignant brain tumors," but I cannot find the medical article that actually verifies this. If I do, I'll add it to this file.

Safety:

Avoid eye contact. In case of accidental contact, put a few drops of any pure vegetable oil in the eye. Water will not adequately dilute the oil. We’ve never known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your doctor if necessary.

Disclaimer:

If pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care, consult your healthcare provider prior to use.

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