Linden Blossom Absolute Oil

Also known as lime blossom, linden is a powerful medicinal flower which has many anti bacterial properties. The complete plant is often used in the treatment of various diseases including its leaves, bark and flowers. It thrives in moist and rich soils and grows in abundance in valleys. In the past the linden was held sacred for several religions. An interesting fact about the linden tree is that before the 19th century all the judicial meetings of Germanic people were held under the linden tree because it was thought that the tree helped in revealing the truth and make better decisions. Some of the most important decisions in the world have been passed under the shade of a linden tree.

Oil

Linden absolute oil is dark brown in color and has a thick consistency. It is semi solid at room temperature and needs to be given gentle heating before being used.

Extraction The oil is extracted using the solvent extraction method.

Chemical Composition

The main chemical components of the linden blossom absolute oil are

Farnesol

A number of various flavanoids which have medicinal properties

Uses

Linden blossom absolute is used widely in holistic medicine and is known to cure a number of diseases like

1. Lowering stress and helps treat a number of anxiety disorders. It induces a natural clam which can help combat nervousness. Infants who suffer from being overwrought most of the time often calm down when given a bath with linden absolute infusion.

2. It is also known to cure high blood pressure and helps in treating varicose veins.

3. It's also a natural diuretic that's why it can help in rectifying ailments of the urinary tract.

4. Instead of using drugs like aspirin and acetaminophen it can help lower fever in both adults and children.

5. It's also used as a condiment in teas