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It is also effective in relieving body aches and pains due the body and helps cleanse the liver and gallbladder.
to muscle spasms. The detoxification properties also have a positive effect
on the skin and help clear up chronic skin problems
Helps Heal Ulcers, Wounds, and Hemor- such as eczema and acne caused by the body’s efforts
rhoids: Slow healing wounds such as ulcers and to rid itself of toxins. For detoxification, try an internal
hemorrhoids are soothed by the application of calen- Calendula Extract.
dula as an ointment, gel, or salve. It speeds up healing
and wound closure while improving skin firmness and Harvesting: To promote flowering, pick the flowers
hydration. Calendula increases the blood and oxygen every two days. Dry them on screens or hang them in a
availability in the infected area, which encourages well-ventilated warm area.
rapid healing. It is antimicrobial and antibacterial. Warning: Some people are allergic to calendula. Do
Stomach and Intestinal Diseases: Calendula not use it if you are allergic to marigold, ragweed, dai-
works to heal a variety of gastro-intestinal problems sies, chrysanthemums, chamomile, echinacea and
including intestinal colitis, GERD, esophageal irrita- other plants in the Aster/Daisy family. If you are not
tion, peptic ulcers, and inflammatory bowel disease. It sure, start with a small test patch on the skin and in-
soothes the inflammation from infections and irrita- crease use gradually if you have no reactions. Do not
tions while helping heal the underlying problems. use calendula internally if you are pregnant or breast-
feeding, since safety is unknown. Do not take calendula
Immune System and Lymphatic System: internally if you are taking prescription medications
Calendula stimulates the functioning of the immune without the advice of your doctor.
system and the lymphatic system, including swollen
lymph nodes and tonsillitis, and helps to prevent infec- Recipes: Soothing Calendula Salve (Fast
tions. Method). Ingredients: half a cup of organic olive oil,
1/3 cup solid organic coconut oil, 3 tablespoons dried
Additionally, the astringent and antiseptic properties
help the body fight off infections and viruses. Calen- calendula flowers, 1 1/2 tablespoons dried chamomile
dula also reduces congestion and swelling in the lymph flowers, 1 to 2 ounces (28g to 56g) beeswax. In a double
glands. boiler, melt the olive oil and the coconut oil together.
Add the flower petals and allow the mixture to steep
Menstruation and PMS: Calendula Tea is an ef- for 2 to 3 hours making sure it does not get too hot.
fective aid in easing the painful side effects of menstru- Strain out the flower petals. Return the pan to the heat
ation. It helps induce the menses, relieves painful and add the beeswax, stirring. Once the wax melts pour
cramping, relaxes the muscles, and improves blood into your containers (adjust amount of beeswax to get
flow. Some people claim that it also helps with hot the consistency you want). Allow the salve to cool com-
flashes.
pletely before use.
Improves Oral Health: Calendula has powerful Calendula Extract: Take 1-pint (500ml) loosely
antibacterial and antimicrobial properties and treats packed calendula flowers and 1-pint (500ml) 80 proof
gingivitis, plaque, oral cavities and many other oral vodka or other drinking alcohol of 80 proof or higher.
health issues.
Place the flowers in a pint (500ml) jar with a tight fit-
Inhibits Cancer: Calendula has anti-inflammatory ting lid.
properties which aid the body in fighting cancer, as Fill the jar with alcohol so that the flowers are com-
well as irritations caused by cancer treatments. It acti- pletely covered.
vates the lymphatic system against the cancer and
helps kill off the cancer cells. It also effectively soothes Allow the extract to steep in a cool, dark place for 4 to
the skin after radiation treatments. 6 weeks. Shake daily. Strain out the flowers and store
the extract tightly covered in a cool, dark place. Use
Liver, Gallbladder, and Whole-Body De- within 3 years.
toxification: Calendula helps remove toxins from

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