Thuja Extract

Species Name: Thuja koraiensis/ Thuja occidentalis/ Thuja plicata/ Thuja standishii/ Thuja sutchuenensis

Also Known As: American Arborvitae, Arborvitae, Tree of Life, White Cedar, Thuja, Thuja Root, Cedar Leaf Oil, Hackmatack, Northern White Cedar, Thuga, Swamp Cedar

What is Thuja Extract? Thuja extract is an extract that is generally pulled from five different types of plants.

Each of these plants falls under the Genus of Thuja, making them similar in compounds and structure. The plants are evergreen trees, with some of them native to North America and some of them native to eastern Asia.

The leaves of the plant are the part of the plant used for Thuja extracts.

Home Remedies Using Thuja Extract:

Benefits of Thuja Extract:

While Thuja has been around for centuries, there is little known about this specific extract type. There are some benefits that can be found through Thuja extract use, however, as it is considered an herbal remedy for fighting viruses.

Thuja extract is considered by some to be a strong immune system booster. The immune system can regulate back to normal levels after Thuja extract use. This makes Thuja extracts perfect for those who are looking to fight off the common cold or the flu.

Thuja extracts are also strong herbal remedies for those who are suffering from various upper respirator issues, including pneumonia and bronchitis. The extract may also be able to help those who are suffering from strep throat.

There are some other uses for Thuja extracts that are less popular. These various uses include help against nerve pain, herpes infections, join pains, and muscle aches. Some people have used Thuja extracts to help prevent cancer and ward off skin diseases and warts.

Side Effects of Thuja Extract:

Thuja extracts can cause a variety of side effects that include some minor effects and some relatively major effects. Some of the more basic side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting.

The extract contains the chemical Thujone, an essential oil that can cause a whole host of problems. Thujone is believed to possible cause asthma complications, seizures, low blood pressure, and possibly death.

Those who do plan on taking the extract should speak with a doctor. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid Thuja extract.