Macerate 03 in walnut kernel oil 200ml

Natural products represent an excellent library of bioactive molecules. Juglans regia, or common walnut, is a very resistant tree that has inhabited our planet for thousands of years. Many studies link the consumption of walnuts with beneficial effects on human health. Experimental and epidemiological studies clearly show that regular consumption of walnut seeds is beneficial for many chronic diseases, such as coronary heart disease, rheumatism, diabetes, obesity and cancer (1). Indeed, walnuts are an excellent source of nutrients and phytochemicals that greatly benefit human health, such as polyphenols, proteins, fibers, sterols, and essential fatty acids (1).  Walnuts are the most interesting to us because of their favorable effect on cardiovascular health and circulation, which is researched and evaluated every day (2).

Thyme is a relative of mint and has long been used as an herbal remedy, moreover, thyme has long been known for its antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic effects, along with incredible destruction of microbial biofilms (3). The name thyme comes from the Greek word 'thymos' which means courage or strength. In the first century of our era, thyme was used mainly as a medicinal plant, as mentioned by Dioscorides. In the era of COVID-19, the potential of some thyme ingredients in binding viruses has been investigated. As such, thyme has a wide range of functional possibilities in food, medicine and other fields and is significant as a nutraceutical (3).

Rosemary, according to studies, shows significant antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties (4). Furthermore, it shows important clinical effects on mood, learning, memory, pain, anxiety and sleep (4). Several studies have shown that rosemary can help prevent neurological diseases by maintaining healthy blood flow, which means rosemary could reduce the chances of developing cardiovascular disease(4).

1.Catanzaro, Elena, Giulia Greco, Lucia Potenza, Cinzia Calcabrini, and Carmela Fimognari. 2018. “Natural Products to Fight Cancer: A Focus on Juglans direction” Toxins 10, no. 11: 469. https://doi.org/10.3390/toxins10110469

2)Kwak JS, Park MY, Kwon O. Effect of walnut (Juglans regia L.) intake on improving blood lipid levels and vascular health: a meta-analysis. J Nutr Health. 2014 Aug;47(4):236-246. https://doi.org/10.4163/jnh.2014.47.4.236

3)Hammoudi Halat D, Krayem M, Khaled S, Younes S. A Focused Insight into Thyme: Biological, Chemical, and Therapeutic Properties of an Indigenous Mediterranean Herb. Nutrients. 2022 May 18;14(10):2104. doi: 10.3390/nu14102104. PMID: 35631245; PMCID: PMC9147557.

4)Ghasemzadeh Rahbardar M, Hosseinzadeh H. Therapeutic effects of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) and its active constituents on nervous system disorders. Iran J Basic Med Sci. 2020 Sep;23(9):1100-1112. doi: 10.22038/ijbms.2020.45269.10541. PMID: 32963731; PMCID: PMC7491497.

+Information and statements are for educational purposes and should not replace your doctor's advice.

Plants and their unique properties can help us with various ailments. It is up to us to use this medicinal plant in the best possible way.

We can pour hot water over it or boil it in it to get the so-called decoction, infusion or simply tea, and we can soak the same herbs in alcohol and get the so-called tinctures. The third way of extracting the active medicinal principles of the "soul" of the plant itself is the production of oil macerates.