Cedarwood Oil

Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica)
Botanical Family: Pinaceae (pine)
Plant Origin: Morocco, USA. Cedrus atlantica is the species most closely related to the biblical Cedars of Lebanon.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled from bark.
Key Constituents: Alpha-Himachalene (10-20%), Beta-Himachalene (35-55%), Gamma-Himachalene (8-15%), Delta-Cadinene (2-6%) ORAC: 169,000 µTE/100g 

Historical Data: Throughout antiquity, cedarwood has been used in medicines. The Egyptians used it for embalming the dead. It was used as both a traditional medicine and incense in Tibet.

Medical Properties: Combats hair loss (alopecia areata), antibacterial, lymphatic stimulatant.

USES: Hair loss, arteriosclerosis, ADHD, skin problems (acne, eczema)Fragrant Influence: Stimulates the limbic region of the brain (the center of emotions) stimulates the pineal gland, which releases melatonin. Terry Friedmann MD found in clinical tests that this oil was able to successfully treat ADD and ADHD (attention deficit disorders) in children. It is recognized for its calming, purifying properties.


Application: (1) Apply on location, (2) chakras/vitaflex points, (3) directly inhale, (4) diffuse, or (5) take as dietary supplement (see Appendices E and T). Bible References: (See additional Bible references in Appendix D).

Leviticus 14:4—"Then shall the priest command to take for him that is to be cleansed two birds alive and clean, and cedar wood, and scarlet, and hyssop."

Leviticus 14:6—"As for the living bird, he shall take it, and the cedar wood, and the scarlet, and the hyssop, and shall dip them and the living bird in the blood of the bird [that was] killed over the running water."

Leviticus 14:49—"And he shall take to cleanse the house two birds, and cedar wood, and scarlet, and hyssop."


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