Dried Mastic Tree Leaves 50g, 100g, 200g

Description:

Are you familiar with mastic herb? Discover its many medicinal and non-medicinal benefits, as well as its various uses in this informative article.

Mastic herb (Pistacia lentiscus), also called lentisk or mastic, is one of the common shrubs in the Mediterranean regions. Here is the most important information about it:

Mastic herb is a small, evergreen shrub that grows slowly, reaching a maximum height of 7.5 meters.

This shrub is found in the Mediterranean regions of Europe, but it is also found in Asia and Africa. In Algeria, it is widely used for its medicinal benefits.

It should be noted that its edible red fruits turn black and brown when ripe, and its flowers open from March to May.

Benefits:

• Promotes wound healing.
• Supports liver function and prevents liver diseases.
• Increases sexual desire.
• Protects the digestive system against disorders and gastric ulcers.
• Reduces blood pressure and controls cholesterol.
• Treats dental and gum problems.
• Strengthens the immune system and acts as an effective antibacterial and antiviral agent.
• Helps treat diabetes and relieves muscle pain.
• Improves blood circulation and prevents heart attacks.

Uses:

• The oil is used in lighting and soap making.
• It serves as a fixative for perfumes and incense.
• It is used in the composition of toothpastes and temporary dental fillings.
• Used as a gene donor to improve crops.
• Used in basket making using the stems.

How to use mastic herb:

• Chew the gum or resin extracted from the bark.
• Consume the seeds or extract oil from them.
• Use the fruits as food coloring or for their medicinal properties.

Methods for using mastic herb include:

• Use of the gum or resin, obtained from cracks in the bark of the mastic herb, which can be easily chewed, is often tender and pleasant in taste and smell, and is added to candies to give them a delicious taste.
• Use of mastic herb seeds, which are edible.
• Extraction of oil from the seeds.
• Use of the fruits as a source rich in anthocyanins; they are also used as food coloring.

How to use mastic herb oil:

• Consult a doctor before any oral use.
• Mix with honey or syrup for respiratory ailments.
• Apply topically by mixing it with another organic oil.
• Inhale for its soothing effects on the nerves.

Side effects of mastic herb:

• Generally safe for three months, but allergies may occur.
• Not recommended for children under three years old, or pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Avoid direct sun exposure after skin application.

Explore the multiple facets of mastic herb and enjoy its many benefits!

Product of Morocco