What is an ointment?
Comfrey ointment is used to treat broadcast and broken limbs. Comfrey or Symphytum officinale has been included in Pharmacopeia herbalist for a very long time and is often known as Knitbone . The plant contains allantoin , a chemical compound that promotes cell growth. COMFREY ointments should be used with caution, as the plant also contains pyrrolizidine - chemicals that are heptotoxin. Heptotoxins are chemicals that are toxic to the liver and can damage them. The plant is permanent and the roots are often harvested in spring or autumn when allatoin levels are higher. Leaves and flowers are usually harvested when the plant begins to bloom in early summer. In one method, only use oil like olive oil and fill it with the herb by mixing the leaves and flowers on low fire. Once the oil is infunded, stretch the vegetable mass and mix some bee inOSK to oil to create a stronger consistency.
Studies have shown that Comfrey ointment is very effective in the treatment of broken bones, back pain, muscle pain and pain relief from arthritis. However, it is necessary to pay attention to ensuring that the ointment is not applied to an area with broken skin. Also pyrrolizidine can be absorbed by the skin and constant use can cause the chemicals in the body to accumulate. The ointment should only be used for a short time and under the supervision of a doctor.
Some experts warn that the roots should avoid Comfrey ointment made completely because it is too dangerous. They suggest that patients adhere to the leaves and flowers. People who have cancer, alcoholism or liver disease should not use Comfrey ointments. It should never be used for a child.
In the past, Comfrey was used for gastrointestinal problems,But because it is a heptotoxin, it can cause liver or death. The use of Comfrey is strongly limited in many countries such as New Zealand, Canada, Germany and the United States. In 2001, the United States ordered Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to remove all oral supplements containing Comfrey from shelves.