Copaiba Oil

There has been a resurgence of natural remedies nowadays.
Some have been widely successful, others have been
disappointments. One of the more successful ones is the
Copaiba Oil.

As a natural remedy, the Copaiba Oil has been around for
centuries. The oil has been used by traditional healers in
the South American regions where it has helped to heal such
skin diseases as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rashes,
herpes, boils, insect bites, skin wounds and skin injuries.
Copaiba Oil can also be used internally to treat a variety
of medical conditions. It can be used in respiratory
problems as an expectorant and even as a therapeutic aid
for bronchitis. One recommended cure for sore throat is a
mixture of four drops of Copaiba Oil and a spoonful of
honey. Copaiba Oil is also used as a gargle that can
effectively help with tonsillitis and sore throat.

The origins of the Copaiba Oil are traceable back to the
Amazon region of South America. The medicinal properties of
Copaiba Oil first became known through the Jesuits during
the 17th century. Being a medicine distributed primarily by
the Jesuits, it was first known as the Jesuit's balsam. The
Jesuit's balsam was used as topical preparations for the
cure of hemorrhoids and chilblains and for a variety of
other diseases as well.

Currently, the Copaiba Oil has found widespread use. It has
also become known not only for its medicinal benefits but
also for its cosmetic applications. Today, Copaiba Oil is
commonly applied to the skin in order to soften and soothe
it. It has a naturally high content of essential fatty
acids which are skin tissue's building blocks. Added to
that is the effective antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
traits of the Copaiba Oil which has led to it being used as
an ingredient in soaps, bath oils and other cosmetic
lotions and creams.

Continued studies about the medicinal benefits of the
Copaiba Oil have shown that the active ingredients of the
oil can be used for a variety of medical applications.
Aside from its anti-bacterial and antiseptic properties, it
has been discovered that Copaiba Oil also has
gastro-protective properties, that is to say that it can be
used for treating stomach disorders such as stomach ulcers.

Furthermore, Copaiba Oil has also been discovered to have
an anti-cancer reaction against melanoma or skin cancer
cells and metastatic lung tumor cells. However, the study
is still not final and additional research about the matter
is still needed.

The usage of Copaiba Oil should be limited to topical use
only. Internally taking Copaiba Oil is not recommended
unless supervised by a doctor. When applying Copaiba Oil,
it should be kept away from sensitive areas of the body,
especially the eyes as it can act as an irritant. If, while
using Copaiba Oil, rashes are experienced, usage should be
stopped immediately and medical advice should be sought.
Copaiba Oil has not been reported to have any adverse
reactions when used with other conventional drugs but, it
is best if medical advice is consulted before using with
any medication.

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Patricia McDougall B.Sc. is a Chartered Herbalist and
graduate of the Dominion Herbal College, British Columbia,
Canada. Originally from Peru, Patricia is the Director of
Research and Development for Amazon Botanicals LLC of
Newark Delaware.
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