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How to make an oil extract of Frankincense-2 methods

How to make an oil extract of Frankincense-2 methods

by Dan Riegler 7 min read

There is a lot of interest in the healing compounds found in the different types of Frankincense. Notably, the the Boswellic acid family including AKBA which are ONLY found in Frankincense. With the right information these healing compounds can be incorporated in a broad range of cosmetic and therapeutic products in any kitchen.
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Suhul Myrrh

Suhul Myrrh-A gift from the trees

by Dan Riegler 5 min read 1 Comment

Frankincense and Myrrh resins have been used for medicine, incense and perfume for over 6000 years. There are many variations of each of these aromatic treasures and in this post I will tell you about a special Myrrh resin called Suhul Myrrh. Suhul Myrrh is sweeter, lighter in colour and not as bitter as the regular type of Myrrh, and, it is sustainably harvested!
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How to prepare Winter Medicine with local Tree Resins

How to prepare Winter Medicine with local Tree Resins

by Dan Riegler 9 min read 1 Comment

As we enter another winter here in the Northern hemisphere we brace ourselves for the onset of coughs, colds, flus and respiratory issues.  Pine and Spruce resins share a long history of use around the world as decongestants, muscle relaxants, wound healers and relievers of musculoskeletal pain.
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