Frankincense

I've watched/listened to this webinar, "Frankincense The King of Essential Oils" twice in the last 24 hours. I enjoy listening to Dr. Hill and the scientific data he provides on the essential oils. I've made Frankincense a part of my daily ritual since I received my free bottle from dōTERRA a few weeks ago. (To get a free order your PV has to be over 200, please send me a message if you want to know more... This offer is good until the end of December) I was adding it in a capsule twice a day, but now I'm putting two drops under my tongue in the morning and at night. The taste isn't offensive as I thought it might be, and it takes less prep than filling an empty capsule. Here's what I learned from the webinar....
 
 There are many healthy benefits of the oil:
      -Skin care and skin rejuvenation
      -Cell regeneration
      -cold and flu like symptoms
      -Joint pain and discomfort -Inflammation
      -Circulation

Historical uses of the oil,and other information:
      -We obtain this oil from Oman
      -In India in 1868 it was commonly used for Bronchitis, Laryngitis, and Skin problems such as boils and ulcers.
      -Used to improve digestion and strengthen the gums. Historically people would soak the resin in water then chew in it.
      -If used by the Queens and Pharaohs and other persons of great wealth, in beautification, facial masks and cosmetics because of it's regenerative capabilities. They used to burn the frankincense and use the black coal as eye liner.
      -People would use it to improve eye site and protect against infection.
      -The Frankincense trail was a common trade route that would follow the coast of the red sea and extend as long as 2,400 miles with up to 6,000 camels on the trail. A common hub for the trade route was Petra.
      -Once tree that produces Frankincense can live up to 100 years and can be harvested 2 to 3 times a year. Oleo Gum Resin is the name of the resin and only 6 to 7% of the essential oil is found in it.

 There are many healthy benefits of the oil:
     -Skin care and skin rejuvenation
     -Cell regeneration
     -cold and flu like symptoms
     -Joint pain and discomfort
     -Inflammation
     -Circulation

Modern day uses of Frankincense:
     -Scar tissue, ulcers and wounds
     -Healthy Immune response
     -Analgesic ~pain reliever
     -Expectorant
     -Nervous Tension
     -Skin care and wrinkles
     -Mood stabilizer


     It's estimated that 95% of cancers result from Damaged DNA. The causes of Damaged DNA are free radicals, toxicity, and poor nutrition. Frankincense is made up of 70% Monoterpenes by content. Monoterpenes stimulate Apoptois (Cellular death), so when a cell becomes damaged it sends out a signal to the body (a signal to repair or destory). The Monoterpenes will destroy the cell so it doesn't have time to reproduce. Monoterpenes also increase the level of liver enzymes involved in removing carcinogenic toxins. They have been shown to interfere with cholesterol synthesis = slowing and reducing potential tumor formation. I wasn't aware of this but Cholesterol actually participates in the development of tumors in the body. Not only does Frankincense have the ability to kill the damaged DNA due to the amount of Monoterpenes but the Frankincense oil itself has the ability to repair the DNA after it's been damaged!

One quote from the webinar:

'It is a wise mans part, rather to avoid sickness, than to wish for medicine'

This is very true, yes oils can be expensive but so not as expensive as getting sick and needing modern medicine and doctors. Why not start preventing with good nutrition and the essential oils that are so readily available. I enjoyed learning about Frankincense and feel blessed to have this Pure Essential oil in my cupboard. I love what it has done to my mood and my skin. I highly suggest watching/listening to the webinar! Please comment if you do and what your thoughts are on Frankincense.