Andiroba: what is it, what is it for and how to use it

Andiroba, also known as andiroba-saruba, andiroba-branca, aruba, sanuba or canapé, is a large tree whose scientific name is Carapa guaianensis, whose fruits, seeds and oil can be found in natural products stores.

The fruit of andiroba, when it falls to the ground, opens and releases from 4 to 6 seeds, in which there is the extraction of andiroba oil, which is widely used in cosmetic products, due to its hydration capacity, besides some medicines, already which is able to aid in the control of cholesterol and blood pressure.

Andiroba also has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and healing properties, and can be used in the treatment of worms, skin diseases, fever and inflammation.

Benefits of andiroba

Andiroba seeds are very rich in vitamins and minerals and therefore have several health benefits, such as:

1. They improve the appearance of the skin, since it has emollient and moisturizing properties, softening and moisturizing the skin and stimulating its regeneration;
2. Reduces hair volume, promoting hair regeneration and leaving hair more moisturized and shiny;
3. Helps in the treatment of skin diseases, fever and rheumatic diseases due to its anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic properties;
4. It fights parasitic diseases, such as the footworm, due to its anti-parasitic property;
5. Andiroba oil can be used in repellent products and even applied to the skin to treat insect bites - Learn about other natural repellent options;
6. Decreases muscle pain due to its analgesic property;
7. Helps control cholesterol levels - Also learn how to lower cholesterol through diet;
8. It can be used to help treat gargling pain and tonsillitis, for example, as it has anti-inflammatory properties.

Andiroba oil can be found in cosmetic products, such as in shampoos, moisturizers or soaps, for example, it can be present in natural remedies or even be found in the form of oil, which can be used in massages, for example.

Andiroba's tea

The parts of andiroba that can be used are its fruits, bark and especially the oil that is extracted from the seeds, being called andiroba oil, which is normally placed in cosmetic products.

Ingredients

• Leaves of andiroba;
• 1 cup of water.

Method of preparation

To make andiroba tea, simply place a spoonful of andiroba leaves in the cup with boiling water. Wait for about 15 minutes, strain and drink at least twice a day.

Andiroba side effects

To date, no side effects have been reported from the use of andiroba, therefore there are no contraindications.