Guest guest Posted June 7, 2007 Report Share Posted June 7, 2007 Pine was first investigated by Hippocrates for its benefits to the respiratory system. This oil may help dilate and open the respiratory system, particulary the bronchial tract. It may also help with respiratory infections. Pine may also help increase blood pressure and stimulate the adrenal glands and the circulatory system. Pine is a good recommendation for any first aid kit. Chemical Constituents: Monoterpenes and pinenes, limonene, (25- 30%); Sesquiterpenes; Monoterpenols: borneol; Sesquiterpenols; Terpene esters: Fragrant influence: It helps soothe mental stress, relieve anxiety, revitalize the whole body. and can freshen and deodorize a rooms. Extraction Method: Steam distilled from needles. In studies conducted at Vienna and Berlin Universities, researchers found that sesquiterpenes in the essential oils of sandalwood and frankincense can increased levels of oxygenin the brain by up to 28%. Such an increase in brain oxygen may lead to A heightened level of activity in the hypothalamus and limbic systems of the brain, which can have dramatic effects not only on emotions, learning and attitude, but also on many physical processes of the body, such as immune function, hormone balance,and energy levels. High levels of sesquiterpenes also occur in melissa, myrrh and clove oil. www.youngliving.org/artscience Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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