Here is the breakdown of how it works it's magic:
Skin:
* Traditionally Frankincense has been used for skincare. It's known for helping promote healthy skin, reduce scars/wounds/stretch marks and reducing wrinkles
* Can be used in treatments for warts, moles and skin infections
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Stomach:
* Used for digestion and digestion related issues such as ulcers, vomit.
* Used to be ingested. If ingested, chew it like a gum and only pure forms should be used (please note that I am not advocating that you eat Frankincense!)
* Also used for dysentery, fevers, leprosy
Lungs:
* Inhaling incense or burning oils is said to help with bronchitis, laryngitis and asthma
* Cleans respiratory tract
* Sedating or cooling on lungs, thus helps with coughs
* Helps with voice loss (see above)
* Enhances immunity prevention in body
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Mental Health:
* Helps relieve depression
* Reduces stress/nervousness
* Dispels fears
* Relaxing/Rejuvenating
Spiritual:
* Known as being sacred, used to communicate with the Divine
* Promotes spiritual awareness
Other:
* Has been used in compresses for hemorrhoids
* Ayurvedic system uses it for strengthening female hormone system (not quite sure what that means though)
* Helps with urinary tract infections
* Oil pulling with Frankincense helps reduce gum disease
* Relieves headaches and restless leg syndrome
* Reduces aches and pains in muscles, bones and joints
