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  Calendula
Calendula is used for cuts, scrapes, and wounds; for red and inflamed skin, including minor burns and sunburn; for acne and many rashes; and for fungal conditions such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and thrush.
Calendula has been given internally for jaundice and fever where there is associated irritability and nervousness and acute hearing.
Calendula is one of the safest of culinary herbs, but if you are allergic to the pollen of species of the daisy family, such as ragweed, you may experience an allergic reaction to calendula, although it's not very likely.
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 HRF Greenpapers: Calendula
Calendula is perhaps best known for its effectiveness in healing skin problems such as wounds, burns, insect bites, eczema, skin ulcers, and rashes.
Calendula is believed to have originated in or near the Mediterranean and is now naturalized all over the world.
Calendula can be distinguished by its bright golden orange or yellow flower heads, its sticky calyx, the hairy texture of its leaves, and its height of eighteen inches to two feet.
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Calendula is nature's remedy for many of life's little accidents: sunburns, bruises, and scratches, to name a few.
Although drinking calendula tea may possibly help to control internal inflammation--some herbalists recommend it for stomach upset and ulcers--there is relatively little firm evidence to support its value when taken internally (in any form).
Calendula is a common remedy for minor skin wounds such as cuts and scratches, helping the wound to heal more rapidly.
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 Calendula, Herb Monograph - Flora Health Herb Encyclopedia
Calendula flower tea was traditionally used internally as a gargle for reducing inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, for soothing sore throats, laryngitis and tonsillitis, coughs, dryness of the lungs and digestive upsets.
The most notable use of calendula, however, is for its use externally on wounds, burns and abrasions - and especially for rejuvenating skin and helping the body to prevent and/or overcome abnormal skin growths.
For external use: Calendula creams and ointments can be applied on wounds, bruises and burns several times per day and should contain at least 2-5 grams of calendula flowers per 100 grams of ointment.
www.florahealth.com /flora/home/usa/healthinformation/encyclopedias/Calendula.asp   (659 words)

  
 Calendula
Homeopathic calendula ointments may also be used in the healing stages of second- and third-degree burns to stimulate regrowth of skin and to diminish scar formation.
Calendula can be used externally in the form of creams and ointments in dosages of 2 to 5 g calendula per 100 g cream or ointment.
Calendula is also known to affect the menstrual cycle and should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
www.umm.edu /altmed/ConsHerbs/Calendulach.html   (925 words)

  
 Calendula officinalis
Acute toxicity studies of calendula officinalis extract and calendula officinalis in rats and mice showed that it is non toxic with minimal skin irritation and no sensitization or phototoxicity and not mutagenic in Ames test and not genotoxic in Drosophila melanogaster.
Calendula officinalis L. normalizes the increased level of acid and neutral proteinases in liver and coefficients of the liver weights in Heren's carcinoma during tumor growth in rats.
Study on the influence of exogenous inorganic pyrophosphate on the transport of oleanolic acid monoglucoside and monoglucuronide in to vacuoles isolated from Calendula officinalis leaf protoplasts reveals that transport of both monoglycosides is carrier-mediated.
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 Calendula
Calendula's anti-HIV activity occurs because the plant affects a vital viral enzyme called RT (reverse transcriptase) which is also the target of AZT and the "related" drugs, 3TC, d4T, ddC, ddI and 1592.
The internal and topical use of calendula flower was approved by Commission E for inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa; also topically for poorly healing wounds.
Calendula is often referred to as marigold, however the name marigold is also used for garden ornamentals of a different genus.
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 PalmBeachPost Health : Integrative Medicine  :  Herbs   :  Calendula
Calendula preparations were also used in the United States during the 19th century to treat stomach ulcers, liver complaints, conjunctivitis (pink eye), and wounds.
Calendula tinctures, ointments, and washes are commonly used to speed the healing of burns, bruises, and cuts, as well as the minor infections they cause.
Calendula has not been studied in people with HIV, however, so it is not clear whether this herb is safe or effective for people with this condition.
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 Calendula
Calendula (English marigold, pot marigold, Calendula officinalis L.) is an annual with bright yellow or orange daisy-like flowers.
Two cultivars of calendula, 'Resina' and 'Erfurter Orangefarbige,' were direct-seeded on May 15, 1998, and May 18, 1999, at 5 lb/a in six-row plots 8 ft long, with rows 18" apart and four replications.
Calendula is a labor-intensive crop with a relatively small market for the flowers or flower petals.
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 Calendula
Calendula is reputed to be a stimulant and diaphoretic.
Calendula is useful in generating wound and tissue repair.
Calendula has been approved by the Commission E to treat wounds, burns, and inflammation of the mouth and pharynx.
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Calendula heals all kinds of wounds, especially internal and external ulcers of all kinds.
Externally, Calendula improves blood flow to the affected area and is useful for eczema, gastritis, minor burns, including sunburn, healing pulled muscles, bruises, sprains, boils, insect bites, rashes, wounds, and other sores.
Calendula is safe and recommended for use for children's ailments.
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Homeopathic Calendula officinalis is prepared from the tall, wild marigold and is the chief homeopathic medicine for wounds.
Calendula succus is the juice of the plant with a minimal amount of alcohol added.) Lotions do not keep so have the pregnant woman make some daily as she needs it.
Instruct her to moisten a clean washcloth with the Calendula lotion so that it is wet but not dripping, place the washcloth on her perineal area, cover with plastic wrap, then place a hot water bottle or heating pad on top.
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 Calendula Seeds Organic
Calendula is a cultigen, meaning that the plant we currently use is the product of ages of human selection (mainly occurring in southern Europe) from the wild Mediterranean ancestor (wild calendula = Calendula arvensis).
Calendula is easily grown from seed and may be sown directly in the garden from early spring on into summer, with plenty of time left to get a good harvest of flowers.
Calendula is usually used externally for its antiseptic and healing properties in treating skin infections, cuts, punctures, scrapes, burns and chapped or chafed skin or lips.
www.horizonherbs.com /calendula-seed.html   (825 words)

  
 Floridata: Calendula officinalis
Calendulas are single or double flowered and come in a range of colors from cream to light yellow to electric yellow to orange.
Calendula officinalis is easy to grow in average soil and is bothered by few pests or cultural problems providing the soil is well-drained.
Another common name for the calendula is pot marigold because the florets (outer petals of the flower) are used in cooking as both a flavoring and coloring agent in soups, stews, cheeses, and margarine.
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Calendula is modest in its medicinal exploits, but is definitely worth getting to know because it is one of the most versatile of herbs.
Calendula is a hardy annual with showy orange or yellow daisy-like flowers, easily grown from seeds scattered in the garden in spring.
Herbalists believe calendula is very versatile, speeding the healing of wounds, making the skin more supple by increasing blood supply to it, and soothing pain when used topically.
www.symmcorp.com /info/calendula.htm   (183 words)

  
 Calendula
Calendula was first used in Indian and Arabic cultures, before being “discovered” by the ancient Egyptians and Greeks.
Calendula is a hardy annual with a height and spread of approximately 12 to 20 inches.
Calendula is very tolerant growing in any soil that is not waterlogged, but prefers and looks best, in a sunny position.
www.organichealthandbeauty.com /calendula.html   (664 words)

  
 King's American Dispensatory, 1898: Calendula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
—Calendula officinalis has a fibrous, annual root, with a stem about a foot high, having many patent, dichotomous, or sometimes trichotomous branches, which are striated, green, succulent, and hispido-pubescent.
—Calendula is a native of South Europe and the Orient.
It is a common garden herb, with a feeble, aromatic, somewhat narcotic, though not unpleasant smell, and a salty, austere, rather disagreeable taste.
www.ibiblio.org /herbmed/eclectic/kings/calendula.html   (1164 words)

  
 Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine: Calendula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Calendula is native to Asia and southern and central Europe.
Calendula is a familiar garden plant with yellow or orange-gold blooms that have a strong and distinctive scent.
Calendula blossom preparations continue to be valued as an antiseptic for external application to scrapes, burns, cuts, or wounds.
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 Calendula (Marigold)
Because Calendula is a uterine stimulant, it should not be used during pregnancy.
A natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent, Calendula is one of the best herbs for treating wounds, skin abrasions and infections.
In digestion, Calendula is used in formulas for healing infection and wounds of the upper GI tract such as bleeding ulcers, inflamed esophagus, hernia, mouth sores, for esophageal reflux, indigestion, gastric and duodenal ulcers, fevers, gallbladder problems, irregular or painful menstruation.
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 Calendula
The Calendula genus is native to the Mediterranean.
Infusions are commonly used to treat such chronic fungal infections as ringworm or oral thrush, as an effective douche for vaginal yeast infections, to aid digestion, menopausal problems, menstrual pain, and esophogeal inflammations, and as a mouthwash, to heal gums after a tooth extraction, mouth ulcers, and gum inflammations.
Calendula has long been used as a detoxifying herb and for helping to treat the cause of such conditions characterized by fever and infection.
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 Calendula offers both pretty flowers and great medicinal properties.
Calendula is a remarkable restorer of the human flesh, with outstanding anti-inflammatory, vulnerary and disinfectant properties.
Calendula Caress bestows a calming, quieting touch and should be used for all forms of irritation and inflammation.
Calendula Ointment is used topically to encourage healing of minor cuts, scrapes, bruises, and insect bites, alleviate skin irritations, cool sunburn, and relieve diaper rash.
www.taoherbfarm.com /herbs/herbs/calendula.htm   (3459 words)

  
 calendula on Encyclopedia.com
(kelĕn´jele), any species of the genus Calendula, Old World plants of the family Asteraceae (aster family).
Calendula is classified in the division Magnoliophyta, class Magnoliopsida, order Asterales, family Asteraceae.
Calendula ointment and radiation dermatitis during breast cancer treatment.(Research Update)
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Calendula is a type of marigold, sometimes even called a "pot-marigold", but not the common flower garden variety.
True calendula is a native of southern Europe, but flourishes in cool, temperate climates as well.
Calendula was used as long ago as the Middle Ages to treat many kind of sores and ailments!
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 Calendula herbal supplements and skin care products
Calendula (Calendula offcinalis) also called Marigold is traditional source of herbal medicines and natural anti-aging skin care products, especially popular in the regions surrounding Mediterranean.
Calendula oil is traditional Mediterranean skin care used to help preserve skin freshness, protect skin from overdrying, sun-induced wrinkles and sun caused aging during summer time.
Calendula oil is also used to stimulate epithelium regeneration, reduce skin inflammation and overall promote healing of skin wounds.
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 iHerb: HerbalGram The Journal of the American Botanical Council
Calendula, or pot marigold, is native to the Mediterranean countries.
While calendula's mechanism of action in stimulating wound healing is poorly understood, effects are localized (Foster, 1993), and the triterpenes clearly demonstrate anti-inflammatory actions, in some cases exceeding the effects of indomethacin (Zitterl-Eglseer et al., 1997).
Calendula has been researched for immune system activity and was initially determined to have some potential therapeutic activity against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV): extracts significantly inhibited HIV-1 in vitro, and reduced HIV-1 reverse transcriptase in a dose- and time-dependent manner (Kalvatchev et al., 1997).
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 calendula cream
Calendula officinalis are known as the flower of the sun, with its petals of golden orange.
Calendula flowers have always been associated with the sun's journey across the sky because they open when the sun rises and close as it sets.
Other natural ingredients to compliment the calendula include calendula infused olive oil, (made in small batches here, we don't use mass produced calendula oil), apricot oil, coconut oil, beeswax, and natural vitamin E. Olive oil is known for its restorative and softening effect.
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 Calendula, Information and encyclopedia Alternatives From Nature
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) in the daisy family (Asteraceae) is a small, cool weather annual with yellow or orange flowers.1 It is native to the Mediterranean countries and is also known as pot marigold.
The name calendula comes from the Latin word for "first day of the month" and may refer to the fact that the plant can be found blooming at the beginning of most months of the year.
Historically calendula flower was known as "poor man's saffron" and was used as a color and flavoring agent in foods.2 Folk medicine healers in Europe prepared infusions, extracts, and ointments with the petals to induce menses, produce sweat during fevers, and to cure jaundice.
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Internally, the soothing effects of calendula have been used for stomach ulcers and inflammation.
Flavonoids, found in high amounts in calendula, are thought to account for much of its anti-inflammatory activity.
A tea of calendula can be made by pouring 1 cup (250 ml) of boiling water over 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 grams) of the flowers; the tea is then steeped, covered for ten to fifteen minutes, strained, and drunk.
www.a1nutritionproducts.com /health/Herb/Calendula.htm   (552 words)

  
 Calendula - David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. (Hons), M.N.I.M.H. - HealthWorld Online
Calendula has marked anti-fungal activity and may be used both internally and externally to combat such infections.
Citations from the Medline database for the genus Calendula
Potential anti-inflammatory constituents from the extracts of Calendula officinalis, Anthemis nobilis, Tilia sylvestris, Centaurea cyanus, Matricaria chamomilla and Hypericum perforatum are described, and an evaluation of wound healing activity in 5 healthy subjects with artificially induced skin abrasions is discussed.
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