Turmeric essential oil, 10 ml

Internally for adults: 1 to 3 drops a day, in a glass of liquid.

For external application, including relief of inflammation and pain, make a massage oil by diluting 5 drops of turmeric oil with 5 drops of a carrier oil (e.g. jojoba or coconut oil) and apply to the problem areas.

For aromatherapy, use on its own or in combination with ginger, black pepper, cinnamon, ylang-ylang, orange or grapefruit essential oils.

Side effects of turmeric: Some people report allergic reactions to turmeric, especially when applied to the skin. Typical symptoms are mild itching and a rash. High doses of turmeric oil can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, an increased risk of bleeding, hyperactive gallbladder contractions, hypotension (low blood pressure), bladder contractions in pregnant women and heavier menstrual flow. People taking medication should be careful. Turmeric can interact with anticoagulants. It also affects non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines.

*The effects, methods of use and dosages cited in Botalife's articles and in the leaflets enclosed with each product apply only to Botalife-branded products, for which Botalife guarantees the concentration, purity, quality and origin of the oils.

Turmeric oil has anti-allergic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiparasitic and antiviral effects, improves digestion, stimulates liver function and has anti-cancer activity. Turmeric oil is also a strong relaxant and balancer.

1. Anti-inflammatory action: The most powerful aspect of curcumin is its ability to control inflammation. The journal Oncogene published the results of a study showing that the anti-inflammatory effect of aspirin and ibuprofen is smaller than that of curcumin, which ranks among the most effective anti-inflammatory agents in the world.

2. Treating arthritis:Turmeric oil is known as one of the best essential oils for arthritis. Studies show that turmeric can relieve pain, inflammation and stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry assessed the anti-arthritic effect of turmeric oil and showed that oral intake of the oil at a dose corresponding to 5,000 mg a day for humans has a strong anti-inflammatory effect on the joints.

3. Treating cancer: Cancer is one of the most widely researched topics regarding the medical use of curcumin. Laboratory studies on cancer cells show that curcumin has anti-cancer properties. It is able to destroy cancer cells and prevent them from growing. The most significant effects have been shown in breast cancer, stomach cancer, bowel cancer and skin cancer.
A 2007 American study combined curcumin with chemotherapy to treat bowel cancer cells. The combined treatment was shown to kill more cancer cells than chemotherapy alone.
According to the American Cancer Society , in laboratory studies curcumin suppresses the growth of many types of cancer: colon, prostate, lung, liver, stomach, breast and ovarian cancer and leukaemia.

• Prevention of neurological diseases: Studies show that turmerone (another main component of turmeric) inhibits the activation of microglia. Microglia are a type of cell found in the central nervous system, and their activation is a sign of brain disease. Turmeric oil contains a component that can stop the harmful activation of these cells and thus help prevent brain diseases. Another study in laboratory animals (in vitro and in vivo) showed that turmerone triggers rapid growth of neural stem cells. It is therefore thought to be a natural aid for the regeneration needed to improve neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and spinal injury.
• Cognitive abilities: In traditional medicine, turmeric is used to develop cognitive abilities and improve concentration and memory. Turmeric oil also protects neurological vessels from oxidative stress and plaque formation. As an antioxidant, it stimulates nerve activity and prevents cognitive decline such as Alzheimer's and dementia. Many studies indicate that turmeric is highly effective at clearing amyloid plaques, the main indicator of Alzheimer's disease progression.
• Help with epilepsy.
• Improves liver function and detoxifies the body.
• Diabetes regulation.
• Help with gastrointestinal problems.
• Regulates cholesterol.
• Pain-relieving effect.
• Against colds.
• Heart health.
• Menstrual problems.
• Cystic fibrosis.