Dr. Christopher's Comfrey Ointment, 2 Ounce

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In a randomized double-blind study of 278 patients with fresh abrasions, a topical preparation containing a 10% comfrey leaf extraction applied for 2-3 days reduced wound healing time of adults and children without side effects (Barna et al., 2012).

Comfrey Benefits, Uses and Risks - Dr. Axe Comfrey Benefits, Uses and Risks - Dr. Axe

The truth is, life is complicated. Some people may be more vulnerable or more resistant to PAs. Different species of Symphytum plants have different amounts of different types of PAs. Surprisingly, some may not have any PAs at all. 34) Hoffmann, David. Medical Herbalism the Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press, 2003. Place comfrey in a pint mason jar and cover with a carrier oil (like olive oil). Be sure to cover the herb material by at least an inch, and stir to remove air bubbles. We left the poultice on one finger overnight and in the morning, there was a reduction of swelling inNot only is a comfrey salve easier to use, because the oil is combined with beeswax to create the right consistency, but a salve also contains all the benefits of beeswax, as well as the healing qualities of the comfrey oil.

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While this step isn’t essential, it does, in my opinion, stimulate the process and activates the oil, resulting in a stronger, more potent product at the end. Note from Editor: It should be noted that the studies that led to this decision involved isolating PAs and injecting them at high concentrations into rats. Since a chemical in isolation behaves differently than when present in a whole plant, rats are different than humans, and it is unclear whether common comfrey (S. officinale) or Russian comfrey (S. uplandicum) was used, there is dissension among herbalists regarding this decision and whether comfrey is indeed toxic. We err on the side of caution and recommend avoiding comfrey for internal use particularly in the case of preexisting liver conditions, and if considering internal use we recommend researching this matter for yourself so you have all the facts.) Growing Comfrey in the GardenWe’ve used grapeseed oil in the past and are currently using organic olive oil sourced from a local supplier. Other oils, like avocado and jojoba, are also effective, but substantially increase the cost of making your salve.

Healing with Comfrey and How to Use Comfrey Healing with Comfrey and How to Use Comfrey

An ankle sprain can come out of nowhere and cause a lot of pain, limitations, and regret until it is healed. At least three human studies found that the topical use of a cream containing comfrey root extract may safely help with pain, swelling, and mobility symptoms associated with an ankle sprain. Staiger, C. (2012, October). Comfrey: A clinical overview. Phytotherapy Research, 28(10), 1441-1448 In most instances, Comfrey compresses and ointments are used topically to facilitate the healing of bones and wounds. It is very important to make sure that wounds are completely clean before applying Comfrey – this is because the skin can regrow so fast that it can trap any debris left in the wound.

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Wounds: Comfrey is second to none when it comes to encouraging wound healing. 3) Forêt, Rosalee de la. “Comfrey.” HerbMentor. Accessed September 21, 2019. https://herbmentor.learningherbs.com/herb/comfrey/#marker-1080-14.