Olea ( OH-lee-ə) is a genus of about 40 species in the family Oleaceae, native to warm temperate and tropical regions of the Middle East, southern Europe, Africa, southern Asia, and Australasia. They are evergreen trees and shrubs, with small, opposite, entire leaves. The fruit is a drupe. Leaves of Olea contain trichosclereids.For humans, the most important species is by far the olive (Olea europaea), native to the Mediterranean region, Africa, southwest Asia, and the Himalayas, which is the type ...

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Recipes for 5 nourishing homemade creams

Calendula-and-Coconut-Cream

1. Calendula and Coconut Cream

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 cup coconut oil (Cocos nucifera)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup dried calendula flowers (Calendula officinalis)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup beeswax</li></ul>&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Melt the coconut oil in a double boiler over low heat.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Add the dried calendula flowers and allow them to infuse in the oil for 2 hours.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Strain the oil through a cheesecloth, discarding the flowers.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Return the infused oil to the double boiler and add the beeswax.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Melt the beeswax, stirring until fully combined.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Pour the mixture into a glass jar and allow it to cool completely.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Apply a thin layer of the cream to affected areas twice daily.</li></ol>

Aloe-Vera-and-Shea-Butter-Cream

2. Aloe Vera and Shea Butter Cream

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup aloe vera gel (Aloe barbadensis miller)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">2 tbsp jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">10 drops lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia)</li></ul>&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Combine the aloe vera gel and shea butter in a blender, blending until smooth.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Add the jojoba oil and lavender essential oil, and blend again until fully incorporated.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Transfer the mixture to a glass jar and store in a cool, dark place.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Apply a small amount of the cream to affected areas twice daily.</li></ol>

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Chamomile-and-Oat-Cream

3. Chamomile and Oat Cream

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup oats (Avena sativa)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 cup water</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup dried chamomile flowers (Matricaria chamomilla)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup coconut oil (Cocos nucifera)</li></ul>&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Grind the oats into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Boil the water, then remove from heat and add the chamomile flowers.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Allow the flowers to steep for 15 minutes, then strain the liquid through a cheesecloth, discarding the flowers.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;In a double boiler, melt the shea butter and coconut oil, stirring until fully combined.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Add the oat powder and chamomile-infused water, stirring until smooth.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Transfer the mixture to a glass jar and allow it to cool completely.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Apply a thin layer of the cream to affected areas twice daily.</li></ol>

Green-Tea-and-Zinc-Oxide-Cream

4. Green Tea and Zinc Oxide Cream

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/2 cup green tea (Camellia sinensis) infused oil</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup beeswax</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">2 tbsp zinc oxide powder</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup coconut oil (Cocos nucifera)</li></ul>&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In a double boiler, melt the green tea-infused oil, beeswax, she a butter, and coconut oil, stirring until fully combined.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Slowly add the zinc oxide powder, stirring constantly to avoid clumps.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Once the mixture is smooth, transfer it to a glass jar and allow it to cool completely.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Apply a thin layer of the cream to affected areas twice daily.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The zinc oxide in this cream offers a natural sunblock function, providing protection from harmful UV rays.</li></ol>

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5.Licorice-Root-and-Olive-Oil-Cream

5.Licorice Root and Olive Oil Cream

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 cup olive oil (Olea europaea)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup beeswax</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1/4 cup shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)</li></ul>&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In a double boiler, heat the olive oil over low heat.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Add the licorice root and allow it to infuse in the oil for 2 hours.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Strain the oil through a cheesecloth, discarding the licorice root.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Return the infused oil to the double boiler, and add the beeswax and shea butter.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Melt the mixture, stirring until fully combined.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&nbsp;Pour the mixture into a glass jar and allow it to cool completely.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Apply a thin layer of the cream to affected areas twice daily.</li></ol>

Anticancer-Properties

Anticancer Properties

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Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has been studied for its potential anticancer properties. While the main focus of this cream is to soothe eczema symptoms, the green tea infusion may provide additional benefits by contributing to overall skin health. However, it's important to note that these findings are preliminary, and more research is needed to fully understand green tea's potential anticancer effects.

Questions-and-Answers

Questions and Answers

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Q: Can I use these creams on my face?

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A: Yes, these creams are suitable for facial use. However, always perform a patch test on a small area of your skin to check for any adverse reactions before applying to your face.

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Q: How long do these creams last?

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A: Homemade creams typically last for 3-6 months when stored in a cool, dark place. If you notice any change in the cream's texture or smell, it's best to discard it.

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Q: &nbsp;Can I use essential oils in place of some of the ingredients?

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A: Essential oils can provide additional therapeutic benefits to your creams. However, they should be used with caution and in appropriate dilution ratios. Consult a certified aromatherapist for guidance on essential oil usage and safety.

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Q: &nbsp;Are these creams safe for children and babies?

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A: While many of the ingredients in these creams are gentle and natural, it's important to consult with a pediatrician or dermatologist before using them on children or babies, as their skin may be more sensitive.

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Q: &nbsp;Can I use these creams if I have a nut allergy?

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A: Some of these creams contain ingredients derived from nuts, such as shea butter and coconut oil. If you have a nut allergy, consult with your doctor or dermatologist for guidance on safe alternatives.

Eczema can be a frustrating and uncomfortable skin condition, but these five nurturing homemade creams offer a natural way to calm troubled skin. With the soothing properties of calendula, aloe vera, chamomile, green tea, and licorice root, these creams provide relief for eczema sufferers. Moreover, some of these creams also contain natural sunscreen ingredients, like zinc oxide, to protect sensitive skin from harmful UV rays. While these creams can be beneficial, always consult with a doctor, dermatologist, or certified aromatherapist for guidance on proper use and safety, especially for children, babies, or those with allergies. Additionally, remember that green tea may have potential anticancer properties, but more research is needed to confirm its full range of benefits.

Eczema Escape: 5 Nurturing Homemade Creams for Calming Troubled Skin

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The most important thing about olive oil (olive oil) 

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Olive oil is a type of vegetable oil extracted from the flesh of the ripe fruit of the olive tree, Olea europaea. The color of olive oil varies from transparent yellow to golden; Some varieties obtained from unripe fruits have a greenish tint. Oils with different characteristics and qualities are produced by almost every country that grows olives, with variations depending on the area and maturity of the fruit. Among the best types of olive oil are those produced in Italy, Greece and other countries.&nbsp;

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Pure olive oil is mainly used for culinary purposes and for preserving foods, especially canned fish. It is also used in the textile industry, in the production of toilet preparations and cosmetics, in the pharmaceutical industry for medical purposes, in the production of high-quality Castilian soap and as a lubricant. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2021.723040/full" target="_blank" data-ref="Olive Oil: Nutritional Applications, Beneficial Health Aspects and its Prospective Application in Poultry Production" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp;

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Ripe olive fruits with the removed pit contain 20 to 30 percent oil depending on the climate and care of cultivation. Olive oils obtained by the first mechanical pressing without further processing are called untreated, and their quality depends on the condition of the fruit. Only oils of the best fruits are edible without further processing. They are rarely exported without processing, but can be used as a basis for export oil or consumed locally.&nbsp;

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To prevent the formation of free fatty acids, the best quality edible oil should be removed from the pulp as soon as possible. After the initial pressing, the residual slurry is repressed with hot water and from this second pressing an oil with a higher acid content is obtained. This oil, along with lower-quality virgin oils, makes up the oil, called lampante, due to its use as a fuel in lamps. This species is further refined to remove acid, color, and odor, and is sold as refined olive oil.

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Olive oil is a central component of the so-called Mediterranean diet, which is considered particularly beneficial for cardiovascular health. <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31243760/" target="_blank" data-ref="Mediterranean diet and health status: Active ingredients and pharmacological mechanisms - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, including polyphenols, and in healthy monounsaturated fatty acids.&nbsp; Studies of olive oil have shown that consumption of oil, especially in the form of extra virgin olive oil, is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and with a reduction in brain inflammation and amyloid-beta plaque formation. These plaques are characteristic of Alzheimer's disease.&nbsp;

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Animal and human studies have also shown that a diet rich in olive oil may help protect against memory loss and dementia-related damage. These beneficial and health-promoting effects of olive oil are due to the content of polyphenols, which have powerful antimutagenic, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic and antiallergic effects. &nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28973999/" target="_blank" data-ref="Effects of Olive Oil Phenolic Compounds on Inflammation in the Prevention and Treatment of Coronary Artery Disease - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;

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Types of olive oil (olive oil)

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Olive oil is generally classified into four categories:&nbsp;

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Extra virgin - oil obtained from first pressing, which has excellent taste and smell; has a free fatty acid content, expressed as oleic acid, of not more than 0,8 grams per 100 grams;&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Virgin olive oil - Untreated oil obtained from first pressing, which has a good taste and smell; has a free fatty acid content of not more than 2.0 grams per 100 grams;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pure olive oil - Pure or edible mixture of refined and untreated;&nbsp; it is rich in vitamin E and is used only for cooking, body massages and therapies.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Refined olive oil - It is considered an oil of medium quality. Refined olive oil is mainly used only for cooking. It is suitable for all cooking techniques, but even more so when cooking at high temperature. It has the same fat content as the above two oils.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pomace olive oil - The Pomace type is the lowest quality olive oil. Oilcake is obtained from the residues after the fruit pressing is completed. After the fruits are pressed, oil and water residues still remain. This oil is extracted and mixed with high quality oils to improve its quality.</li></ol>

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Anticancer effects of olive oil

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There is scientific evidence that olive oil provides protection against leukemia in children and many cancers, such as colon cancer and squamous cell cancer of the esophagus. &nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29850614/" target="_blank" data-ref="Regulation of Immune Function by Polyphenols - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp; Consuming olive oil reduced the number of cancer lesions and the number of tumors, as shown in several studies. It has been observed that fatty acids present in olive oil can reduce the production of prostaglandins, which in turn can potentially inhibit the development and production of tumors.&nbsp;

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The anticancer properties of olive oil are reassociated with its phenolic content, including hydroxytyrosol (3, 4-dihydroxyphenylethanol), (p-hydroxyphenylethanol) tyrosol and phenolic alcohols, as well as their secondary derivatives p-HPEA-EDA (oleocanthal), oleuropein, p-HPEA-EA (ligstroside aglycone), 3,4-DHPEA-EA (oleuropein aglycone) and 3,4-DHPEA-EDA. In addition, polyphenols have been shown to slow the development and progression of cancer. These polyphenols can alter the immune system by proliferation of white blood cells, as well as by the synthesis of cytokines and other factors that contribute to immunological resistance. &nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24250402/" target="_blank" data-ref="Selective COX-2 Inhibitors: A Review of Their Structure-Activity Relationships - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 5]</a>&nbsp;

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Oleocanthal, a type of natural phenolic compounds present in extra virgin olive oil, is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. It occupies a major place in cancer prevention programs, as it can be used as a powerful inhibitor of natural cyclooxygenase (COX). Oleocantal has the ability to interrupt the inflammatory cascade by reducing the secretion of COX inflammatory enzymes. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-47904-z?error=cookies_not_supported&amp;code=130dc9d9-992f-4e16-932b-bfb993a324ae" target="_blank" data-ref="Extra virgin olive oil diet intervention improves insulin resistance and islet performance in diet-induced diabetes in mice - Scientific Reports" rel="noopener">[ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;

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Other important health benefits of olive oil 

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Supports heart health 

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Olive oil protects against inflammation, reduces the oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol) and improves the function of the endothelium lining the blood vessels. Manages blood clotting and lowers blood pressure.

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Relieves pain and inflammation 

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The main cause of inflammation in the body is C-reactive protein. Also, this protein increases during conditions such as arthritis. Olive oil contains oleocanthal, which has anti-inflammatory properties and acts similarly to ibuprofen.

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Improves bone health 

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Regular intake of olive oil is good for bone health. There is calcium to build bones and vitamin D. Daily consumption of olive oil stimulates the formation of bone tissue and prevents its breakdown.

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Balances blood sugar and protects against diabetes 

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Olive oil contains healthy fats that are crucial for managing type 2 diabetes. The good fats in olive oil help slow down the absorption of glucose into the blood, thereby controlling blood sugar levels.

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Studies have shown that olive oil has a positive effect on insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels. The preventive properties of olive oil in this direction have been considered in a large number of studies in animals and a smaller number - in humans.&nbsp;

Olive oil is widely recognized as one of the healthiest oils in the world. In fact, people tend to live longer and healthier lives in regions where olive oil is a major part of the diet. It is also a major component of the Mediterranean diet, along with other foods rich in healthy fats. Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the highest quality olive oil available, extracted from the fruit of the olive without the use of heat or chemicals. There are four other types of olive oil, which are also used in cooking, cosmetics and other areas. The many benefits of olive oil and its wide application make it a preferred vegetable oil in many countries around the world.

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