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Almond
Prunus dulcis
Amygdalus communis Prunus amygdalus
This page contains information on almond and how it is used as a herb in alternative herbal treatments to treat ailments and problems such as gallstones, relieve constipation by acting as a mild laxative and skin conditioner in a variety of skin care products.
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Family |
Rosaceae |
Genus and specie |
Prunus dulcis
Amygdalus communis, P. amygdalus |
None noted.
The almond tree is a deciduous with with pale pink flowers followed by pale green oval fruits - each containing one seed - the almond nut.
The nuts and oil obtained from the nuts.
It is considered a soothing, anti-spasmodic, laxative and calming herb.
- Internal use
- Used to treat constipation and to help in cases of gallstones and kidney stones.
- The nuts can be eaten raw or roasted and Marzipan (a type of icing) is made from ground almond paste.
- Almond milk is made from the ground nuts diluted with water, and almond butter from the oil.
- The oil is used in the manufacture of medicinal emulsions.
- External use
- Almond oil is used to remedy dry skin conditions, as a carrier or base oil to blend essential oils and for a variety of skin care and cosmetic products.
- It is a light oil, which is easily absorbed into the skin and coupled with its excellent emollient and nourishing properties, promotes a soft and smooth skin.
- Aromatherapy and essential oil use
- Almond oil is used as base or carrier oil in aromatherapy, and is during massages to provide glide and for its hydrating properties.
- This great vegetable oil is one of the most used carrier oils in aromatherapy massage, and this is understandable since it has a fine texture, is easily absorbed, and helps to leave the skin soft and satiny smooth yet it is non-greasy and easily absorbed.
- For more information please visit www.Essentialoils.co.za/almond-oil.htm
People who are allergic to it, or have nut allergies should avoid almonds and almond oil.
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