"Scientists have observed that there is some agent within Frankincense which stops cancer spreading, and which induces cancerous cells to close themselves down."
Frankincense breaks down into 17 parts, or active agents. The key is to find what specific part kills cancer cells and leaves the healthy ones alone.
"One of the preservatives used in breads has been calcium propionate. It is an agent that preserves bread by preventing the growth of mould. There has been concern raised about this substance, particularly in terms of its effect on children."
In the study researchers put preservative free bread in edible plastic films that included Clove and Oregano EOs. They also stored bread that had propionate as a preservative without the treated covering. After 10 days the preservative had lost its effectiveness but the EO treated bag continued to keep that bread mold free.They summarize that it still is better to make your own bread at home, but there is hope that EOs will continue to be a natural solution. Hopefully with more studies like this, EOs will become a larger part of our society!
EOs Used: Clove and Oregano
The study was testing the prevention of fungal development in the crown (top/stem) of bananas. They found that "the fungal development was reduced by 100% in bananas treated with thyme and cinnamon essential oil at 4% concentration"
I have spent the last few years playing around with different carrier oils, essential oils and hydrosols to find what works best for me. I can not say I have used anything I did not like, but have picked a few favorites along with way. Here are some recipes on what my currently consists in my beauty regiment. (Last updated Jan 2016)
Read more about the OCM and what will work on your skin at Mommy Potamus.Read more about oleic vs linoleic acid and what oils might be more beneficial to your skin at Minimalist Beauty.
Frankincense is a 'driver.' When used with other EOs it helps make those EOs stronger. It 'drives' those EOs in deeper into your senses [skin or inhalation.]Mind:
