Most of us know gardenias as the big, white flowers that grow in our gardens or the source of a strong, floral smell that is used to make things like lotions and candles. But did you know that gardenia flowers, roots and leaves also have a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Gardenia plants are members of the Rubiaceae plant family and are native to parts of Asia and the Pacific Islands, including China and Japan. Today the ethanol extract of gardenia fruit and flowers is still utilized in many ways in herbal medicine and aromatherapy. There are more than 250 different types of gardenia plants, one of which is called Gardenia jasminoides Ellis, the type primarily used to make essential oil.
Gardenia Benefits and Uses
Some of the many uses of gardenia plants and essential oil include treating:
- Fighting free radical damage and formation of tumors, thanks to its antiangiogenic activities
- Infections, including urinary tract and bladder infections
- Insulin resistance, glucose intolerance, obesity, and other risk factors tied to diabetes and heart disease
- Acid reflux, vomiting, gas IBS and other digestive issues
- Depression and anxiety
- Fatigue and brain fog
- Abscesses
- Muscle spasms
- Fever
- Menstrual pains
- Headaches
1. Helps Fight Inflammatory Diseases and Obesity
Gardenia essential oil contains many antioxidants that fight free radical damage, plus two compounds called geniposide and genipin that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory actions. It’s been found that it may also help reduce high cholesterol, insulin resistance/glucose intolerance and liver damage, potentially offering some protection against diabetes, heart disease and liver disease.
2. May Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety
The smell of gardenia flowers is known to promote relaxation and help people who are feeling wound up de-stress. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, gardenia is included in aromatherapy and herbal formulas that are used to treat mood disorders, including depression, anxiety and restlessness.
3. Helps Soothe the Digestive Tract
Ingredients isolated from Gardenia jasminoides, including ursolic acid and genipin, have been shown to have antigastritic activities, antioxidant activities and acid-neutralizing capacities that protect against a number of gastrointestinal issues.
4. Fights Infections and Protects Wounds
Gardenia contains many natural antibacterial, antioxidant and antiviral compounds. To fight colds, respiratory/sinus infections and congestion, try inhaling gardenia essential oil, rubbing it over your chest, or using some in a diffuser or face steamer.
5. May Help Reduce Fatigue and Pain (Headaches, Cramps, Etc.)
Gardenia extract, oil and tea are used to fight pains, aches and discomfort associated with headaches, PMS, arthritis, injuries including sprains and muscle cramps. It also has certain stimulating qualities that may be even help lift your mood and enhance cognition.
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Post time: May-18-2023