BLOOD BRAIN BARRIER AND HOW ESSENTIAL OILS HEAL

Found this online - thought it was amazing . . .

Blood-Brain Barrier/How the Oils Work - by David Stewart, Ph.D.

It would be more accurate to consider the Blood Brain Barrier a seive or filter through which only molecules of a certain size or smaller can penetrate. Most of the molecules of the substances used in chemotherapy are too large to pass through the Blood-Brain Filter which is why doctors say that chemo doesn't work on brain cancer. Some of the molecules get through, but not the whole suite of drugs intended. When it comes to essential oils, small molecules are what they are made of. That is why they are aromatic. . . .

Back to the so called Blood Brain Barrier: Essential oils are mixtures of dozens, even hundreds, of constituents all of which are primarily composed of Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen. The molecules of Essential oils are all very tiny and most of which can pass through the Blood Brain Barrier. All essential oils are principally composed of a class of organic compounds built of "isoprene units," where each unit is a set of five connected carbon atoms with some hydrogens attached. Molecules built of isoprene units are all classified as "terpens."

Terpenes are what make essential oils unique in the world of oily substances. Terpenes with molecules containing only one isoprene unit are called Phenylpropanoids and are found in Clove (90%), Basil (75%), Cinnamon (73%) and to a lesser extent in most other essential oils. Among other functions, Phenylpropanoids cleanse receptor sites.

Monoterpenes (substances containing two isoprene units or ten carbons atoms per
molecule). Monoterpens are found in most essential oils, but especially in Spruce (38%), Valerian (34%), and Juniper (14%) as well as Cistus, Fir and Pine. Among other functions, Monoterpenes reprogram the DNA at a cellular level which is
why healings via essential oils are often permanent, i.e. the miswritten codes in the
cells has been corrected.

Sesquiterpenes (substances containing three isoprene units or fifteen carbon atoms
per molecule) are principally found in Cedarwood(98%), Vetiver(97%), Sandalwood(90%), Black Pepper(74%), Patchouli(71%), Myrrh(62%), Ginger(59%), as well as Vitex, German Chamomile, Spikenard, Galbanum, and Frankincense (8%). Sesquiterpenes deprogram miswritten codes in the DNA.

There are also Diterpens (substances containing four isoprene units or twenty carbon
atoms per molecule), as well as Triterpens and Tetraterpens containing thirty and
forty carbons per molecule each respctively.

All of the Terpen family of molecules are small enough to penetrate the blood brain
barrier.

Sesquiterpene molecules have the capability of carrying oxygen, like hemoglobin
does in the blood. Hence they are oxygenating to human tissue and are especially
effective in fighting cancer cells which cannot tolerate oxygen.

However, the combination (triple punch) of Phenylpropanoids, Sesqueterpenes, and
Monoterpens is especially healing with cancers and every other type of illness.
That's because with this combination you:

(1) first, you clean the receptor sites allowing proper transfer of hormones and proper information between cells;

(2) second, you deprogram or erase the wrong information from cells stored in the
MRNA and DNA; and

(3) third, you reprogram the cells with the correct information so they can function
properly and effect a permanent healing.

To one extent or another, most essential oils contain some of all three of these three types of terpens which is the secret to their healing power.

So there you have it in a nutshell: The Blood-Brain Barrier and the chemistry of how
Essential Oils Work to bring about healing.

THYME ESSENTIAL OIL ~ kills the anthrax bacillus, the typhoid bacillus, meningococcus & the agent responsible for tuberculosis

Pure DoTerra Thyme Essential Oil - The main component of Thyme oil is Thymol, one of the most potently antiseptic essential oils known. Thymol has been extensively documented for its antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal action. According to Jean Valnet, M.D., Thyme oil kills the anthrax bacillus, the typhoid bacillus, meningococcus, and the agent responsible for tuberculosis and is active against salmonella and staphylococcus bacteria. In addition, this component has been studied for its effects on gingivitis and plaque-caused organisms in the mouth.

Thyme oil may strengthen the nerves and stimulate the brain in order to help memory and concentration. It may help to release mental blocks at the same time. The thymol content of Thyme essential oil works as an expectorant and cough suppressant and is frequently used in cough syrups prescribed for lung ailments like bronchitis; Thyme oil has a warming ability which helps to eliminate mucous and phlegm.

The carminative properties of Thyme make it an effective treatment for stomach upsets. It may also increase the propensity of white blood cells, perhaps increasing the power of the immune system. Also, helping to eliminate excess uric acid from the body, conditions like gout, sciatica, arthritis, and rheumatism can be more easily combated. Thyme essential oil may valuable as a local application to neuralgic & rheumatic aches and pains. Thyme oil can be a stimulant for the digestive system, helping to eliminate worms, reduce gastric infections, and ease dyspepsia. Thyme is also good for headaches caused from gastric complaints. Thyme Oil may be good for the scalp, helping to treat dandruff and hair loss. Dermatitis, wounds, boils and carbuncles may also be diminished with this essential oil.

PATCHOULI - in combination with VETIVER, for children with ADHD or AUTISM

Patchouli essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of a medium sized (up to three foot high) leafy bush with small pinkish-white flowers. The plant is of the mint family and is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is now widely grown in Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, West Africa, Vietnam and can be cultivated in the Americas. There are three primary species of the plant, cablin, heyneanus, and hortenis. Many essential oils come from the heyneanus which is a less effective oil. DoTerra uses the oil distilled from the cablin species that produces the best essential oil and has a noticeably different odor than the inferior oils.

Patchouli has been used by Asian cultures for centuries for its medicinal properties. Because of its properties it was used to fight infections, for digestive disorders, for skin care, and as an antidote for insect and even snake bites. In our modern era it became popular with the hippie generation during the ‘60s for, maybe other than truly medicinal purchases. Both Tisserand and Schnaubelt mention the pungent odor even likening it to the “smell of goats, musty attics and old coats”. This strong and persistent odor elicits both positive and negative responses. Some suggest its heavy, musty odor becomes an acquired taste and the odor has the unique property of “improving with age” like a fine wine.



Typical Applications

Patchouli, as with other oils, has a variety of properties leading to many uses. The heavy musky odor helps many control anxiety or fight depression. Aromatically it is also effective with breathing disorders. Because of its antibacterial properties it may be applied topically to wounds and has the added benefit of regeneration of skin tissue thereby reducing scarring. It may also be used topically for insect and snake bites. Further, for the skin, it is a great cleansing agent and has been suggested for acne, dermatitis, eczema and even hemorrhoids.

Dr. David Hill in discussing the properties of patchouli mentions it having more than 24 sesquiterpenes that allows this essential oil to cross the blood-brain barrier making it a very effective protector of the central nervous system. He also suggests it is effective, in combination with vetiver, for children with ADHD or autism and adults with Alzheimer’s or recovering from a stroke. His application suggestions are to apply a few drops to the roof of the mouth, the base of the skull, or the bottom of the feet or to simply breath the aroma of patchouli.