>>>>>>OIL
THIS ISSUE<<<<<<
Black
Pepper - Piper nigerum
Country of Origin - India, Indonesia,
Malaisia, China, and Madagascar
Processed - Steam Distilled
Part used - Whole dried fruit - unripe
Characteristics - Colorless to light green
in color with a warm
spicy (peppery) aroma.
PROPERTIES &
USES:
Therapeutic: Analgesic (pain
reliever) antibacterial, antifungal,
antimicrobial, antiseptic, carminative
(gas), digestant, diuretic
(increase flow of urine) expectorant,
laxative, rubefacient
(stimulates capillary dilation) stimulant,
tonic.
Medical: Internal - anemia,
arthritis, chills, circulation (slow),
constipation, coughs, fever, heartburn,
infection, rheumatism,
urinary tract infections, viral infections.
External: Arthritis, concentration
- lack of, exhaustion - nervous,
muscle tone - lack of, rheumatic pain,
sciatica, sprains, tinea
(foot fungus or athlete's feet)
Industry & Household uses:
Culinary uses include soups, sauces,
also used in liqueurs and beverages, in
oriental and floral fragrances.
BLENDS with: Frankincense, sandalwood,
lavender, rosemary,
marjoram, all spices and floral oils
CAUTIONS:
May cause skin irritation -
use in moderation.
*Keep out of reach of children.*
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<<<<<<<<<BLENDS
TO TRY>>>>>>>>>>>
SORE MUSCLES?
Sweet Almond - 8 ounces
Black pepper - 12 drops
Marjoram - 6 drops
Juniper berry - 6 drops
Ginger - 6 drops
Blend these oils together then use as
massage oil
You only need to use about a teaspoon
or two
for a nice massage!
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<<<<<<<<<<HELPFUL
HINT>>>>>>>>>>>>
With winter time coming upon us and the
house being
closed up - viruses and bacteria
can easily be spread.
Remember that Essential oils have Antibacterial
and
Antiviral properties. Some better than
others. Add lemon
or Pine oil to your cleaning bucket
as you wipe down surfaces.
How about freshening the air - If you
don't have a diffuser
you can always add a few drops of essential
oil or a synergistic
blend to a cup of hot water
- it will quickly disperse the essential
oil into the air. Or you can simmer
a few drops in a pot on top
of the stove or in a potpourri pot!
One of my favorites is to put a few drops
in my vacuum cleaner
bag before I vacuum. Lemon or Pine
or my favorite - Lemon and
a drop of Anise, Fennel or Basil.
Digging out that Silverware that's been
stored away and now smells
musty? While you are using the silverware
why not put a few drops
of Lemon or other citrus oil in the Box
- it will freshen it before
placing it back in storage.
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This oil was featured
in the November 2000 Birch Hill Happenings Newsletter.
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