EU_Declaration_91066.pdf
Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea Common name: Spinach, Palak Read More
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Botanical Name: |
Spinacia oleracea |
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Common name: |
Spinach, Palak |
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Plant family: |
Amaranthaceae |
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Genus: |
Spinacia |
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Appearance/Color: |
A light green liquid |
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Odor: |
Earthy, herbaceous smell |
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Blends With: |
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Origin: |
Asia |
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Source: |
Leaf |
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam Distillation |
Absolute oils are the essential oils which are highly concentrated and have high potency. These Concentrated absolute oils have high aromatic properties thus they are majorly preferred in cosmetics, perfumery, and aromatherapy. During the postproduction processes these oils are further concentrated to make their absolute.
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) is a nutrient-rich leafy vegetable. It contains at least 13 different flavonoids that function as antioxidants and anticancer agents. Spinach contains vitamin K and carotenoids useful for bone and heart protection, useful for eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration (occurring with age).
Herbal and natural products of folk medicine have been used for centuries in every culture throughout the world. Scientists and medical professionals have shown increased interest in this field as they recognize the true health benefits of these remedies. “Let food be your medicine and let medicine be your food” was advised by the father of medicine, Hippocrates, over two million ago. It’s still true today that “you are what you eat.” Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that came originally from south-western Asia and is now grown in most parts of the world. Scientifically it is known as Spincia oleracea Linn. (Family-Chenopodiaceae). Though Spinach is most often used as a food, it has medicinal value as well. Spinach is packed with vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin E and minerals like magnesium, manganese, iron, calcium and folic acid. Spinach is also a good source of chlorophyll, which is known to aid in digestion. Spinach is also rich in the carotenoids beta-carotene and lutein. It is a good source of the bioflavonoid quercetin with many other flavonoids which exhibits anti-oxidant, antiproliferative, antiinfammatory, antihistaminic, CNS depressant, protection against gamma radiation, hepatoprotective properties in addition to its many other benefits. Spinach is also used to prevent the bone loss associated with osteoporosis and for its anti-inflammatory properties in easing the pain of arthritis. Spinach is good for the heart and circulatory system and has energy-boosting properties. Spinach is truly one of nature's most perfect foods.
Ingredients:
Antioxidants, Minerals,
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Safety Summary
· Hazards: Not known
· Cautions: Not known
Organ Specific Effects
· Adverse skin reaction: Skin irritation.
· Reproductive toxicity: The low reproductive toxicity of linalool, (þ)-limonene and b-pinene, suggests that neroli oil is not hazardous in pregnancy.
Systemic Effects
· Acute Toxicity: Neroli oil acute oral LD50 in rats 4.55 g/kg; acute dermal LD50 in rabbits >5 g/kg.
· Carcinogenic/anti carcinogenic potential: No information was found for neroli oil, but it contains no known carcinogens. (þ)-Limonene, nerolidol and geraniol display anti carcinogenic activity.
· Skin corrosion/irritation: May be irritating to skin.
· Serious eye damage/irritation: May be irritating to eyes. Prompt rinsing and removal of the substance will avoid damage.
· Respiratory sensitization: Breathing high concentrations of vapor may cause anesthetic effects.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
· Acute fish toxicity: LC50 / 96 HOUR – No data available
· Toxicity to aquatic plants – No data available
· Toxicity to microorganisms – No data available
· Toxicity threshold – No data available
· Persistence and degradability: Biodegradation is expected
· Bio-accumulative potential: Bioaccumulation is unlikely
· Mobility in soil: Unknown
Avoid exposure to marine environments and waterways
