Caraway Seed

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(Carum carvi)
Traditionally used to support healthy breathing, digestion, mental and immune function.

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Caraway Seed
Carum carvi

Plant Origin: Egypt
Method: Steam distilled from seeds
Cultivation: Grown using organic methods
Chemical Family: Ketone, Monoterpene
Aroma: Sweet, spicy, fruity, herbaceous
Note (Evaporation Rate): Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot #110
Limonene 47.62%
Carvone 49.18%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Therapeutic Uses
Caraway Seed essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Acne, oily skin
Allergies (considered antihistaminic), hay fever
Appetite, stimulate
Asthma, bronchial
Astringent
Bacteria
Blood Pressure
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises
Calming
Cardiovascular system
Cholesterol
Circulatory
C. difficile (see article below)
Colic
Congestion
Coughs
Colitis
Colon cancer (Dadkhah et al 2001)
Convulsions
Diarrhea
Diabetes
Digestion, colic, diarrhea, gas, gastric spasms, nervous digestion
Diverticulitis
Dyspepsia
Flatulence
Heart
IBS
Inflammation
Intentional cramps and spasms
Intestinal dysbiosis
Lactation, increase supply
Laryngitis
Lice
Liver
Mange
Menstrual, delayed, pain, PMS
Mental clarity, fatigue
Nervous tension
Obesity
PMS
Scabies
SIBO (see article below)
Sinus
Skin, acne, itchy, oily, scalp issues, regeneration, tumors, wrinkles
Spams, gastric and large intestine, intestinal issues
Stomach, colic, gas, gastric spasms, nervous digestion
Throat, sore
Thyroid
Tonic
Toxins, flush
Ulcerations
Urinary system
Veins
Vertigo
Worms, intestinal
Wounds, infection

Aromatherapy Notes and Research
"Caraway oil capsules are used in the treatment of gastrointestinal complaints, often in conjunction with peppermint oil." (Tisserand/Young page 231)

Tisserand/Young wrote: "Whether supplemented in the diet or applied to the skin, caraway oil inhibited DMBA-induced and croton oil-induced skin tumors in female mice, and caused regression in established papillomas (Shwaireb 1993)." "Dietary caraway oil at 0.01% or 0.1% significantly inhibited the development of pre-malignant colon cancer lesions in rats, partly through maintaining a healthy level of hepatic glutathione and CYP1A1 (Dadkhah et al 2011)."

Caraway as Important Medicinal Plants in Management of Diseases by Mohaddese Mahboubi
Anticonvulsant effects, Anti-diabetic effects, Anti-glycemic effects, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Digestive issues (specifically Functional Dyspepsia), Diuretic effects, IBS, Obesity, Thyroid Hormones

Essential oils in the treatment of intestinal dysbiosis: A preliminary in vitro study.

Results:

"Carum carvi [Caraway], Lavandula angustifolia [Lavender], Trachyspermum copticum [Ajowan] and Citrus aurantium var. amara [Neroli] essential oils displayed the greatest degree of selectivity, inhibiting the growth of potential pathogens at concentrations that had no effect on the beneficial bacteria examined."

Conclusion:

"The most promising essential oils for the treatment of intestinal dysbiosis are Carum carvi, Lavandula angustifolia, Trachyspermum copticum, and Citrus aurantium var. amara. The herbs from which these oils are derived have long been used in the treatment of gastrointestinal symptoms and the in vitro results of this study suggest that their ingestion will have little detrimental impact on beneficial members of the GIT microflora. More research is needed, however, to investigate tolerability and safety concerns, and verify the selective action of these agents."

HEO's Comment: One impressive conclusion from this study is that these essential oils displayed "selectivity" against detrimental bacteria but had -0- effect on the beneficial bacteria.

The British Herbal Pharmacopoeia lists Caraway for the promotion of breast milk and for flatulent colic in children.

A drop in honey may help abate a cough.

Tisserand/Young note that Caraway Seed capsules are used in the treatment of gastrointestinal complaints, often in conjunction with Peppermint oil.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Caraway Seed does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler. Can be used as a facial steam for complexion.

Internal: Caraway is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French aromatherapy" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.

Caraway is used as a component in toothpaste and mouthwash.

Click here for information about internal usage.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. My new favorite oil is Caraway Seed. We use it daily as we all have allergies and asthma. - Lori

Safety
Caraway seed essential oil is considered non-toxic and non-irritating, however, it may cause dermal irritation in concentration (Lawless).

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, pages 284-285.
Lawless, The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, 1992.
Price, Shirley and Len, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Third Edition, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2008
Rose, J, 375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols, Frog Ltd, 1999
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, page 231.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 574.

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