| There are some botanical authorities
who say that the three wise men may have also carried myrrh to not only
gift to the baby Christ but also may have used it to treat canker sores on the
journey. The gummy resin that flows from this almost leafless Middle Eastern
shrub is an ancient remedy for mouth sores, as well as a very pleasant incense.
"And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child
with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they opened
their treasures, they presented him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh."
- St Matthew 2:11
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES
Most plants contain antibacterial phyto-chemicals, and folklore suggests that
myrrh does, too. Other than that, given the complexities of this plant family
and the dearth of taxonomic information, it’s difficult to enumerate with
certainty myrrh’s medicinal qualities. The gums from some omniphora species,
like many other gums, have displayed an ability to keep blood running freely,
lower cholesterol and tri-glycerides, protect the heart, and guard against
oxidation.
SAFETY FACTORS
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None reported in recognized dosages under 2 grams a day. People with diabetes
should take extra care if using myrrh as it may enhance the sugar lowering
effect of insulin and other hypoglycemic drugs.
Myrrh resin is also known as:
Commiphora myrrha, Myrrh, Bola
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