I've been reading a lot about myrrh. I've been surprised at how powerful it is as an antimicrobial. Mostly, I've seen it used with frankincense (boswellia), but it seems that it is great even on its own.
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Traditionally, myrrh has been used orally to treat arthritis, digestive complaints, painful menstruation, respiratory infections, leprosy, syphilis, cancers, sore throats, asthma, coughs, and bad breath. Topically, myrrh has been used to treat muscular pains, arthritis, ulcers, sores, wounds, weak gums, loose teeth, bacterial and fungal skin infections and acne (Innvista)(E Drug Digest). Myrrh has often been mixed with golden seal powder and sprinkled on the umbilical chord stumps of newborn babies. This application is still used today. It has also been used in tincture form to treat abscesses (Christopher and Gileadi 68, 158). Traditional Chinese use of myrrh includes treatment for many of these conditions as well as for pain and stiffness, swelling, bruising, blood stagnation, and as a dissolvent for masses and fibroids (ABC). In Ayurvedic medicine, myrrh is used as a blood cleanser and for improving the intellect (Innvista).
Today, use of myrrh is very similar although scientists are discovering a few of the reasons why myrrh works as it does. Myrrh is thought to stimulate the production of white blood cells, making it a possible treatment of conditions where an antimicrobial agent is needed. One source suggests using myrrh as a specific treatment for �infections in the mouth such as mouth ulcers, gingivitis, pyorrhea, as well as the catarrhal problems of pharyngitis and sinusitis. Myrrh may also help with laryngitis and respiratory complaints. Systemically, it is of value in the treatment of boils and similar conditions as well as glandular fever and brucellosis (a widespread infectious febrile disease affecting cattle, swine, and goats and sometimes man). It is often used as part of an approach to the treatment of the common cold. Externally it is healing to the skin and an antiseptic for wounds and abrasions (Hoffmann). Commission E, a body of scientists that set standards for herbal usage in Germany, has endorsed the use of powdered myrrh as a treatment for mild inflammations of the mouth and throat due to myrrh�s tannin content
(Duke 141). https://www.herballegacy.com/Knottnerus_Medicinal.html
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So strong are the antimicrobial effects of myrrh that the ancient Egyptians relied on this plant for the process of embalming and mummification. Myrrh's bitter-tasting sap oozes in tearlike drops when the tree's bark is cut. Uses of Myrrh
Myrrh stimulates circulation to mucosal tissues, especially in the bronchial tract, throat, tonsils, and gums. It is an anti-inflammatory, an antioxidant, and antimicrobial, making it ideal for painful or swollen tissues. It is useful for bleeding gums, gingivitis, tonsillitis, sore throat (including strep throat), and bronchitis. The increased blood supply helps fight infection and speed healing when you have a cold, congestion, or infection of the throat or mouth. Myrrh is also valued as an expectorant, which means it promotes the expulsion of mucus in cases of bronchitis and lung congestion. Myrrh is best for chronic conditions with pale and swollen tissues, rather than for acute, inflamed, red, and dry tissues, because it contains tannins and resins, which have an astringent effect on tissues.
Myrrh also may promote menstrual flow and is recommended when menstruation is accompanied by a heavy sensation in the pelvis. In China, myrrh is considered a "blood mover." It may alleviate menstrual cramps. https://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/...l-remedies.htm
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Myrrh was named by the ancient Greeks and derived from their word, "myrrha," which came to denote perfume because myrrh has a pleasant fragrance. Closer to the time of Jesus, people who spoke Aramaic called it "murr," which sounded like the Greek term, but it also connoted myrrh's bitter taste. According to "The Essential Book of Herbal Medicine," myrrh was used by the ancient Greeks as an aromatic wound dressing, because it had antibiotic properties and it covered the noxious smell of the bacterial infections within the wounds. The ancient Egyptians capitalized on myrrh's antimicrobial properties and used it to embalm their mummies. Myrrh was also used as a perfume and incense, and at times of scarcity, its value was comparable to gold and precious gems. Consequently, the book of Matthew in the Bible relates how three wise men from the east brought baby Jesus valuable gifts of myrrh, gold and frankincense.
Within traditional Chinese medicine, myrrh is considered a bitter and spicy compound with a neutral temperature. According to "Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica," myrrh is thought to have a beneficial effect on the heart, liver, spleen and uterus due to its ability to promote blood flow and kill pathogens. Myrrh liniments are often recommended for arthritis, circulatory issues and problems with women's menses. Within Indian Ayurvedic medicine, myrrh resin is also used for circulatory issues, nervous system disorders and uterine dysfunction, but also as a general rejuvenating tonic to promote overall health, according to "The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs: A Contemporary Introduction and Useful Manual for the World's Oldest Healing System."
It's worth investigating for your own personal use. But be aware that it contains resin. This can be bad for your kidneys with long term use. So, take at least a week long break during its use.
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Yes, myrrh is a powerful healer and one often forgotten.
I had a friend who developed a large abscess on her abdomen from a brown recluse bite after a years worth of antibiotics. She cured it in short order then she gave up the antibiotics and packed the wound with goldenseal and myrrh.
Interesting that the three kings in the bible packed frankincence (being a leading treatment for inflammation) and myrrh. Just goes to show further how many of those bible packing religious folks dont follow the wisdom of their own book prefering drug company propaganda to what their god has outlined for them.
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I had a friend who developed a large abscess on her abdomen from a brown recluse bite after a years worth of antibiotics. She cured it in short order then she gave up the antibiotics and packed the wound with goldenseal and myrrh.
So, she used it externally. I wonder what she used to stick it together. An oil?
All I remember her saying was that she made a paste of it, and I interpreted that as added water at that time.
Perhaps vitamin E oil might be a good choice
and I wonder about the possibility of a lipsomal formulation
and I wonder about the possibility of a lipsomal formulation
Probably yes to the goldenseal, and it would probably help so that not much would need to be used. Goldenseal is in serious danger of extinction due to over harvesting.
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More than 60 million goldenseal plants are picked each year without being replaced.[32] The process of mountain top removal mining has recently put the wild goldenseal population at major risk due to loss of habitat, illegality of removing goldenseal for transplant without registration while destruction in the process of removing the mountain top is permitted, and increased economic pressure on stands outside of the removal area.[33] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goldenseal
The myrhh is a gum resin. That might be difficult to put through the liposomal process.
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