Myrrh Bio

COMPOSITION

PREPARATION

• The resin is macerated in organic alcohol.
• The preparation is stirred daily for 30 days, then pressed, decanted and sieved.
• No additives, colorants or preservatives
• No added sugar, gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, non-irradiated

FORMAT

Amber glass bottle with dropper - 50 ml

INDICATIONS

Respiratory system: asthma, chronic bronchitis, smoker's cough, shortness of breath, laryngitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis

Mouth (topical use): gingivitis, inflammation of the oral cavity (ulcers, abscesses), halitosis (bad breath)

External use: Nail, abscess, infected wound, hemorrhoid, mycosis, thrush, athlete's foot

ACTION MODE

An antiseptic, antifungal and bactericidal plant, myrrh contains 20 to 40% resins and up to 17% volatile oils dissolved in its resins. It works primarily via the circulation, its volatile principles being rapidly absorbed by the body.

Myrrh contains phenols and aldehydes that dry out and sanitize when used topically. It is a highly active plant, used internally in small, spaced doses and topically in slightly larger or more frequent doses for its antiseptic and healing properties.

FAVORABLE ASSOCIATIONS

PULMONATHE infusion for upper respiratory tract infections. Drink 1 liter a day.

PLANTAIN SYROP for sore throat, tonsillitis, laryngitis and coughs. Take ½ to 1 tsp. 1 to 4 times a day, as needed.

SINUSITHE capsules for sinusitis. Take 1 to 3 capsules, 2 or 3 times a day.

PURIFISANG infusion for fungal infections. Drink 1 liter a day.

BARDANE infusion or poultice for nails and infected wounds. Drink 1 liter a day.

PLANTAIN ointment or infusion for hemorrhoids or infected wounds. Apply ointment generously as needed.

TRADITIONAL USES

Long considered a sacred medicinal plant, myrrh symbolizes medicine and health, and was given as a gift to the Christ Child by one of the Magi. The Hebrews used it to anoint the tabernacle and, according to the Scriptures, the sacred oil that the women brought to Jesus' burial contained myrrh, aloe, cassia and cinnamon.

In China, it was recognized as an antispasmodic and stomachic, while in Algeria it was used to cleanse wounds. Theophrastus and Pliny the Elder make extensive mention of myrrh's use as an antiseptic and antispasmodic plant.

In traditional herbalism, myrrh is used for indigestion, ulcers, colds, coughs, bronchial congestion, arthritic pain, cancer, leprosy and syphilis. Myrrh is also used as a stimulant, antispasmodic and to increase menstrual flow. Topically, it is used for hemorrhoids, bed sores, wounds, abrasions, boils, bad breath and loose teeth.

CERTIFICATION

• Organic ingredient under independent control (Ecocert Canada)
• Controlled by the Conseil des appellations agroalimentaires du Québec (CAAQ)
• Manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices

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