Ravintsara essential oil (Cinnamomum camphora CT CINEOLE) PRANAROM
Native to Madagascar and also known as Cinnamomum camphora CT cinéole, Ravintsara grows wild in tropical rainforests and can reach 15 meters in height. Its leaves are oval, alternate, leathery and broad, evergreen and shiny on the upper surface, reminding us that it belongs to the Lauraceae family. It flowers from November to January, producing a distinctive berry.
Traditionally reputed for its : - antiviral and immune stimulant - antibacterial - anticatarrhal, expectorant - neurotonic (powerful energizer).
Ravintsara essential oil has a wide range of pharmacological properties, making it a versatile natural remedy for many ailments. Here are the main properties of this essential oil:
The significant presence of 1,8 cineole gives Ravintsara essential oil powerful antiviral properties. It is particularly effective against respiratory viruses such as the rhinovirus, responsible for the common cold, and the flu virus. This antiviral action makes it a precious ally for boosting the immune system and preventing viral infections.
Ravintsara essential oil also acts as an immunostimulant, stimulating the body's natural defenses against infection. It boosts the immune system by activating the production of white blood cells, helping to combat pathogens and accelerate the healing process.
Thanks to its high 1,8 cineole content, Ravintsara essential oil has expectorant and mucolytic properties. It helps fluidify bronchial secretions, promoting their expulsion and relieving coughs and chest congestion. This makes it an effective remedy for respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and sinusitis.
Ravintsara essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce the inflammation and pain associated with various conditions, such as arthritis and muscle pain. It acts by inhibiting the production of inflammatory mediators, relieving symptoms and promoting healing.
Thanks to its active compounds, Ravintsara essential oil has an antiseptic and antibacterial action, inhibiting the growth of pathogenic bacteria and preventing infections. It is effective against a wide range of bacteria, making it an ideal choice for disinfecting skin wounds and preventing infections.
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Oral route: 2 drops CTEO, 3 times a day, in synergy with niaouli or eucalyptus radiata, in honey, olive oil or on cane sugar, under the tongue. Cutaneous: 5 drops CTEO, 3 times a day, massaged on either side of the spine or on the thorax.
Daily use: 6 drops applied locally to the arch of the foot or the chest, morning and evening, to boost your immune system.
Special precautions
Keep out of reach of young children - This product is not a substitute for a balanced diet - Do not exceed the recommended dose - Unless advised by a doctor or pharmacist, do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and for children under 3 - Store away from heat and light.
Warnings: essential oils have an impressive reactive power. Therefore, scrupulously respect the prescribed doses, which are the fruit of long experience as a researcher. Excessive use will not add any therapeutic value, but may, on the contrary, cause undesirable effects.
Aromatic molecules: Sabinene, 1,8 cineole, α-terpineol.
Distilled part: leaf
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Ravintsara, whose botanical name is Cinnamomum camphora ct cineole (Madagascar), belongs to the Lauraceae family. Its essential oil is obtained from its leaves. History of Ravintsara Ravintsara is a camphor tree(Cinnamomum camphora) adapted to Madagascar and Reunion Island; what makes it special is that this camphor tree... does not produce camphor! Instead, it produces 1,8-cineole, which gives it its specific…
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