Lorem Emu Oil Balm for Muscle and Joint Relief, 100g

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The use of emu oil originates from the Australian Aboriginal culture. According to their oral history, emu oil has been used for over 40,000 years. Unadulterated emu oil can vary widely in colour and viscosity anywhere from an off-white creamy texture to a thin yellow liquid, depending on the diet of the emu and the refining method(s) used. [3] Industrially refined emu oil is composed of a minimum of 70% unsaturated fatty acids. The largest component is oleic acid, a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. Emu oil also contains roughly 20% linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) and 1–2% linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid). [3] Fully refined emu oil has a bland flavour. [3] Glynis, A. (2012, November). A double-blind,placebo-controlled study evaluating the efficacy of an oral supplement in womenwith self-perceived thinning hair. TheJournal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 5(11), 28-34 Ahmadraji, F., & Shatalebi, M. A. (2015).Evaluation of the clinical efficacy and safety of an eye counter pad containingcaffeine and vitamin K in emulsified emu oil base. Advanced Biomedical Research, 4, 10 . Retrieved from

Emu oil has also been recommended for use in the treatment of skin conditions, such as skin wounds and seborrheic dermatitis. It may also help with alopecia, rosacea, hypopigmentation, and shingles. Healing wounds Rollmann DC, Novotny PJ, Petersen IA, et al. Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study of Processed Ultra Emu Oil Versus Placebo in the Prevention of Radiation Dermatitis. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2015 Jul 1;92(3):650-8. doi:10.1016/j.ijrobp.2015.02.028. It appears that emu oil can pass this absorbable trait on to other compounds when they are mixed together. This property may explain why emu oil is regularly mixed into moisturizers containing other helpful compounds. Stimulating the skin Always buy emu oil from a reputable source to promote ethical farming and avoid contamination. Contaminants can cause unintended side effects such as skin irritation, especially over long-term use. Side effects of emu oil More trials are needed to substantiate these claims, but the results are promising. Treating ulcers

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Apply emu oil with a few drops of peppermint oil to your scalp and massage to help hair growth. Early studies on mice suggest that emu oil can promote new hair follicles. Since 2015 two small human studies have been done, one for use as a skin moisturizer and the other for use as an insect repellent. [5] Mashtoub, S., Howarth, G. S., Trinder, D., &Lawrance, I. C. (2016, June). Emu oil promotes bodyweight gain in a mouse modelof inflammation-associated colorectal cancer. Journal of Nutrition and Intermediary Metabolism, 4, 14

Researchers found that when breastfeeding mothers used an emu-based cream for a 24-hour period beginning soon after delivery, the breast areola and nipple skin was more hydrated. The research also signals that applying emu oil to the skin may help increase the number of healthy skin cells. Emu oil stimulates the skin to reduce the appearance of skin wrinkles, and rejuvenate aging or sun-damaged skin. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk to their doctor before using emu oil. It is important to consult a doctor about the possible uses of emu oil and if it will affect a pregnancy. Attarzadeh, Y., Asilian, A., Shahmoradi, Z., & Dibi, N. (2013).Comparing the efficacy of Emu oil with clotrimazole and hydrocortisone in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis: A clinical trial. Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 18(6), 477-481

In a review posted to the journal Nutrition, researchers noted that the potent anti-inflammatory effect of emu oil may be beneficial in treating conditions such as: The bird is native to Australia, but is now found in many countries, because of a rising popularity of nutritious emu meat and medicinal emu oil. In 2004, researchers found that hamsters that consumed either emu oil or olive oil had significantly lower cholesterol levels than those that received coconut oil in their diet. Jeengar MK, Kumar PS, Thummuri D, et al. Review on emu products for use as complementary and alternative medicine. Nutrition. 2015;31(1):21-27. doi:10.1016/j.nut.2014.04.004. Applying emu oil to the skin before heading outdoors can help repel insects. This is partly due to substances called terpenes found in the oil.