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EMU OIL
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor (N.D.)
Last Updated: September
9th, 2015
Emu oil is an oil made from the native Australian non-flying bird, the Emu. The oil is rendered from the thick layer of subcutaneous fat on the back of the bird...
It has been used for centuries by Australian Aborigines for the treatment of a wide array of disorders, including burns, wounds, bruises, as well as joint pain.
Emu oil is high in Oleic acid, an omega 9 fatty acid. It also contain smaller amounts of omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids.
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EMU OIL |
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| Emu Oil is commonly used on burns, bruises & joint paint. |
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Other known
nutrients include:
Vitamin K2 in MK-4
form, Vitamins D,
and E, Antioxidant
carotenoids and
flavones.
When used for internal purposes, it has been shown to decrease cholesterol levels. It has also been used to promote healthy weight loss, as well as historically used as a cough suppressant and treatment during cold and flu.
Today, almost all studies focus on the anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties of emu oil. It appears to have great potential as a treatment for arthritis conditions as well as after injury or surgery to speed healing. There is some evidence to suggest that it works better for acute inflammation, rather than as a remedy for long standing or chronic problems. It is gaining popularity in the beauty industry, as an all-natural body and hair moisturizer, as well as frequently used in cosmetic properties.
Studies have found
that using emu oil
can help with dry
skin as well as
increasing thickness
by 2-3 times and age
spots and wrinkles
diminished
noticeably. Emu oil
can be useful as a
natural treatment to
reduce the
appearance of
stretch marks and
scars while
relieving the pain
and inflammation
associated with
cuts, scrapes and
burns. As a
therapeutic balm emu
oil moisturizes the
skin and reduces the
itching, redness,
cracking, peeling
and scaling
associated with
psoriasis and
eczema.
Emu oil is recommended both internally and externally, as a topical application. If using topically, use 2-3x/day over the affected areas. Currently there are no established dosage recommendations for internal use. Emu oil is not advised during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. |
EMU OIL –
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FOOD SOURCES
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· Emu |
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(Joint) Inflammation and wounds |
OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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Unknown. If applying topically, apply to the effected areas 2-3 x/day.
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WORKS WELL
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Arnica, Traumeel, Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids. |
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
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· Due to lack of research, Emu oil is not currently advised during pregnancy and breastfeeding. |
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- 2015. For educational
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that while National Nutrition
supports your right to use
natural health care products for
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