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Myroxylon balsamum
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Central American balsam with strong vanilla-cinnamon aroma; used topically for wound healing and respiratory conditions; common allergen.
Central American balsam with strong vanilla-cinnamon aroma; used topically for wound healing and respiratory conditions; common allergen. Key active compounds include benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, cinnamein.
benzyl benzoate, along with benzyl cinnamate and cinnamein, are the primary bioactive compounds in Balsam of Peru. These compounds disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, promotes tissue regeneration and modulates local inflammation.
Wound healing properties
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial activity
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Expectorant effects
Wound healing
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Respiratory conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Antimicrobial
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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