Emu Oil Seminar

(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 03, 2006)   San Angelo, TX – As a part of their mandate to educate the public, the American Emu Association sponsored the 2006 Emu Oil Seminar for Medical Professionals on July 16th at the Madison West-Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Middleton, Wisconsin. The Emu Oil Seminar was held in conjunction with the annual American Emu Association National Convention. “We continue to see growth in the usage of emu oil by medical professionals,” stated AEA president Charles Ramey. “We were delighted to be able to host this event which allowed the first hand sharing of emu oil experiences among health care providers.”

The informative session included a lecture from Robert Winston, M.D. who spoke on “The Use of Emu Oil to Carry Antibiotics into Wounds.” Dr. Winston is a board certified internal medicine practitioner at the Eastside Medical Center in Jackson, Tennessee, and has practiced medicine for over 25 years. He enjoys staff privileges at Regional Hospital of Jackson, Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and Meharry Medical College Department of Continuing Education. Dr. Winston states that his use of emu oil has shown promise. “I have treated several diabetic wounds with antibiotics using emu oil as a transport from the outside in,” the doctor said. “The results have been amazing.” Winston went on to say that he has seen 100% positive results in treatment of diabetic ulcers when emu oil is incorporated into the treatment protocol.

Leigh Hopkins, Pharm.D. spoke on “The Scientific Basis of Emu Oil.” Dr. Hopkins is President of Skin Sciences and Vice President of Renu Labs, based in Pennsylvania. A former Clinical Pharmacist at Thomas Jefferson University and Clinical Professor of Pharmacy at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, Dr. Hopkins has worked on several emu oil studies and in the formulation of emu oil based products. He has degrees in biochemistry as well as a doctorate in pharmacy. Dr. Hopkins discussed the biochemistry of aging skin and the use of emu oil as a transdermal carrier of nutrients into the skin.

Rômulo Mêne, M.D. a specialist in plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, spoke on “The Use of emu oil contained products in plastic surgery recovery.” Dr. Mêne is founder of the Brazilian Society of Medical and Laser Surgery (SBLMC) and currently its International Director. A pioneer in the use of CO2 lasers and Erbium-YAG (Derma K®) lasers, Dr. Mêne is one of the world’s leading specialists in the use of combined techniques in facial rejuvenation. Dr. Mêne combines nutritional programs, chemical peeling, and topical application of natural active lipids along with maintenance treatments of revitalized skin. He is the author of over 120 practical and theoretical courses on skin nutrition, glycolic peelings, TCA peelings, laser skin resurfacing, and other skin revitalizing techniques. He has extensive experience with emu oil contained products.

Plans are currently underway to hold a second Emu Oil Seminar during the 2007 American Emu Association National Convention. The convention will be held in Kalispell, Montana.

The American Emu Association is a non-profit organization that represents the emu industry, an alternative agricultural industry, dominated by the small farmer, who is devoted to humane and environmentally positive practices that will produce beneficial products for society.

For more information about the AEA, or the emu industry visit the AEA website at www.aea-emu.org or call 541-332-0675.

What do your feet say about you?

Supposed you were asked to remove your shoes and socks right now, how would you feel? Mortified? Embarrassed? If, after a long winter cooped up in thick wool socks and heavy boots, your feet are not sandal-ready, there’s hope. MSCEE Skin Care has developed this relaxing, five-step regimen for you to use from the comfort of your home.
1. Apply MSCEE Oil of Kasuari emu oil to nails and the surrounding skin.

2. Sink feet into a tub filled with warm water and MSCEE Absolutely Fabulous Foot Soak for 10 to 20 minutes. Then gently push cuticles back with a washcloth and remove tough patches of skin with a pumice stone or a foot file.

3. Towel-dry feet thoroughly, then massage in MSCEE Absolutely Fabulous Foot Cream, working it up from your toes to your knees.

4. File nails straight across with an emery board to avoid hangnails, infections, and ingrown nails.

For Women: Wipe away surface oils from nails with a cotton pad soaked in polish remover. Then apply a base coat, two coats of color, and a top coat.

Emu oil(s): A source of non-toxic transdermal anti-inflammatory agents in aboriginal medicine.

Author(s):

Whitehouse MW; Turner AG; Davis CK; Roberts MS

Author’s Address:

Department of Medicine, University of Queensland, Princess Alexandra Hospital, 4102, Brisbane, Queensland.

Source:

Inflammopharmacology [Inflammopharmacology] 1998; Vol. 6 (1), pp. 1-8.

Publication Type:

Journal Article

Language:

English

Journal Information:

Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 9112626 Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Print ISSN: 0925-4692 (Print) Subsets: In Process

Abstract:

The ‘oil‘ obtained from emu fat can be a very effective inhibitor of chronic inflammation in rats when applied dermally (with a skin penetration enhancer). Assays for this activity using the adjuvant-induced arthritis model have shown: i. Considerable variability in potency of some commercial oil samples; ii. Little or no correlation of activity with colour or linolenic acid (18:3) content of the oil; iii. Relative stability of some active oils (to heat, ageing at room temperature); iv. The bulk of the anti-inflammatory activity was present in a low triglyceride fraction; and v. Potential arthritis-suppressant/immunoregulant activity of these active fractions. These studies point to the need for more rigid quality control before considering such a (now proven) traditional medicine as a complementary therapy.Repeated applications of selected oils did not induce any of the more prominent side-effects associated with NSAIDs (e.g. platelet inhibition, gastrotoxicity) or certain anti-arthritic drugs (proteinuria, leukopenia).

Effects of topical emu oil on wound healing in scalded rats

By Li ZQ, Wang JH, Ren JL, Yi ZH, Di 1 Jun Yi Da Xue Xue Bao = Academic Journal Of The First Medical College Of PLA [Di Yi Jun Yi Da Xue Xue Bao], ISSN: 1000-2588, 2004 Nov; Vol. 24 (11), pp. 1255-6; PMID: 15567771;

OBJECTIVE: To observe the effect of topical emu oil on wound healing in scalded rats.

METHODS: Thirty Wistar rats with second degree scald were randomized into emu oil group, povidone iodine group and liquid paraffin group. The times of twisting of the rat body, water content and effusion of the scald wound and the percentage of wound healing were observed.

RESULTS: Compared with povidone iodine and liquid paraffin, emu oil reduced the times of body twisting of the scalded rats, the water content and effusion of the scald wound, and increased the percentage of wound healing.

CONCLUSION: Emu oil can alleviate inflammation in the scald wound and promote wound healing in rats.

Promotion of second intention wound healing by emu oil lotion: comparative results with furasin, polysporin, and cortisone.

By Politis MJ, Dmytrowich A, Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery [Plast Reconstr Surg], ISSN: 0032-1052, 1998 Dec; Vol. 102 (7), pp. 2404-7; PMID: 9858176; Previous studies showed that twice-daily application of emu oil lotion (mixture of emu oil/fat, vitamin E, and botanical oil) immediately after creation of full-thickness skin defects delayed wound healing 6 days later, perhaps owing to its anti-inflammatory actions. If administration was delayed for 48 hours, a two-fold promotion of wound contraction, epithelialization, and infiltration of organized granulation tissue was observed. In the present study, emu oil lotion was applied to full-thickness skin defects in rodents 24 hours after surgery. Six days postoperatively, wound contraction and infiltration of fronts of epithelialized and granulation tissue were assessed. Results indicated a two-fold promotion of all of the above parameters with emu oil lotion. No such effects were exerted by pure emu oil, furasin, cortaid, or polysporin. Data obtained indicate promise for emu oil lotion as an aid in treating full-thickness skin defects if applied after the major postinflammatory stages of wound healing have transpired.

Effect of emu oil on auricular inflammation induced with croton oil in mice.

By Lopez A, Sims DE, Ablett RF, Skinner RE, Lager LW, Lariviere CM, Jamieson LA, Martínez-Burnes J, Zawadzka GG, American Journal Of Veterinary Research [Am J Vet Res], ISSN: 0002-9645, 1999 Dec; Vol. 60 (12), pp. 1558-61; PMID: 10622168;

OBJECTIVE: To determine the acute anti-inflammatory effects of topically applied emu oil.

ANIMALS: 96 male CD-1 mice assigned randomly to 4 groups, each comprising 24 mice.

PROCEDURE: To induce auricular inflammation, 50 microl of a solution comprising 10 microl of croton oil dissolved in 1 ml of acetone was applied to the inner surface of the left auricle (pinna). One hour later, 3 or 5 microl of emu oil (low- and high-dose groups, respectively) or 5 microl of porcine oil (oil-control) was applied to the left pinna. Control mice remained untreated. Six mice per group were euthanatized 3, 6, 12, and 24 hours after induction of inflammation. Specimens of auricular tissue (ear plugs) were obtained, using a 6-mm biopsy punch. Magnitude of swelling was calculated as the weight difference between left (inflamed) and right (noninflamed) ear plugs; degree of edema was determined as the difference between wet and dry weights of the left ear plug.

RESULTS: Magnitude of swelling was significantly reduced at 6 and 12 hours in mice treated with emu or porcine oil, compared with controls. The greatest reduction in swelling was detected in the high-dose emu group at 6 hours. Compared with controls, degree of edema was significantly reduced at 6 hours only in the high-dose group, whereas by 12 hours, all groups treated with oils had significantly less edema than controls. At 24 hours, magnitude of swelling and degree of edema did not differ among groups.

CONCLUSION: Topically applied emu oil significantly reduced severity of acute auricular inflammation induced by croton oil in mice.

Comparative effects of emu and olive oil on aortic early atherosclerosis and associated risk factors in hypercholesterolemic hamsters.

By: Wilson, Thomas A.; Nicolosi, Robert J.; Handelman, Garry; Yoganathan, Subbiah; Kotyla, Timothy; Orthoefer, Frank; Binford, Paul. Nutrition Research, Jun2004, Vol. 24 Issue 6, p395-406, 12p Abstract: The comparative cholesterol lowering and antiatherosclerotic properties of emu oil and olive oil were evaluated in four groups (n = 8 ) of hamsters fed a nonpurified diet containing either 10% coconut oil crude and refined, emu oil, and olive oil and 0.05% cholesterol (wt/wt) for 8 weeks. Hamsters fed the olive and emu oil diets had significantly lower concentrations of plasma total cholesterol (-31%, and -25%; P < 0.05, respectively) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) (-50%, and -41%; P < 0.05, respectively) compared to the coconut oil–fed hamsters, with no significant differences in plasma high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) or triacylglycerol (TAG) concentrations. Compared to the coconut oil–fed animals, hamsters fed the emu oil and olive oil–containing diets had reduced aortic cholesterol ester concentrations (-20% and -60%, respectively). The present study suggests that compared to a diet containing coconut oil, both emu oil and olive oil are capable of reducing aortic early atherosclerosis in hypercholesterolemic hamsters.

Does Oil Cleansing Really Work?

Q: I read that emu oil is effective in cleansing the skin. How does this work and what is the benefit over regular mineral oil?

~Catherine S. - Kokomo, Indiana

A: As the list of emu oil’s benefits and uses continues to grow, manufactures have begun adding it to cleansers. Here’s the scientific reason why:

The atoms in emu oil (the solvent) are held together by covalent bonds. Now, if the solute is greasy makeup or skin oils (aka sebum), it also consists of atoms that are hooked together with covalent bonds. So that means that emu oil is similar enough to dissolve all the gunk on your face. On the other hand, mineral oil or liquid petrolatum is a by-product in the distillation of petroleum to produce gasoline.

There you have it - another authoritative source touting the wonderful benefits of emu oil.

What do you think? Have you ever tried oil cleansing?

Emu Oil and Stretch Marks

Emu oil is a natural oil that is specifically being adopted for the treatment of stretch marks. This oil has been studied in the United States for a number of years, and it has been featured in prestigious publications like the New England Journal of Medicine. Many researchers are interested in the effects that it has on the skin, both on the surface and below it. Studies have found that this oil has a number of beneficial properties that apply to the skin, particularly in the treatment of scars. The reason why this oil is effective is because of what it contains in its composition.It is particularly rich in the Omega 3 and Omega 6 acids. These are unsaturated fatty acids cannot be produced in the body. However, the skin needs them in order to be healthy. It also contains palmitic acid and this particular acid is responsible for the growth of new skin cells.

When the oil is placed on the skin it transfers all these healthy building blocks into the epidermis and from here these elements will be transferred directly to the dermis. Once they reach that layer of skin they are be quickly absorbed, and after this they will begin to repair the tissue that has been damaged. This oil is a concentrated element and it has very large amounts of vitamin E, a particular vitamin which has been linked to the treatment of stretch marks.

There are a number of natural remedies which have been recommended for the eradication of stretch marks. Because many of the commercial products available for stretch mark treatments are expensive, many people are looking for home remedies that can help them overcome this problem. There are a number of natural products that have been used to treat stretch marks, and many of them can be purchased at your local grocery store. Some of these ingredients are cocoa butter, emu oil, aloe vera, and just about anything which contains vitamin A. One thing that many of these natural ingredients have in common is that they will penetrate your skin, and they will assist it in producing collagen.

Article courtesy of http://skincare-news.blogspot.com

Emu Oil Offers Hope to Diabetics

Some Physicians Using Emu Oil To Assist In Diabetic Wound Care

San Angelo, Texas - Diabetic wound care has been of great concern to physicians for many years and with good cause. Even simple wounds take twice as long to heal and they always have the potential to deteriorate into something severe. Over 150 million people worldwide have diabetes and the number is expected to double by 2010. Of these, it is estimated that at least 15% will develop foot ulcerations and that related complications will require 3% to have a lower limb amputation. However, some physicians are finding that the addition of emu oil to the treatment regime for diabetic wound care offers some hope in the battle to save limbs.

Dr. Robert Winston, a Jackson, TN physician, states that his use of emu oil has shown promise. “I have treated several diabetic wounds with antibiotics using emu oil as a transport from the outside in,” the doctor said. “The results have been amazing.”

The use of emu oil as a carrier for antibiotics may offer diabetic patients and attending physicians some hope in the battle to promote healing and find ways to lessen the extent of the prolonged and painful traditional treatments usually involved in the treatment of decubes. Dr. Winston was a guest speaker at The 2006 Emu Oil Seminar for Medical Professionals on July 15. The seminar was being held in conjunction with the American Emu Association National Convention, held in 2006 at the Madison West-Marriott Hotel in Middleton, Wisconsin.

A board certified internal medicine practitioner at the Eastside Medical Center in Jackson, Tennessee, Dr. Winston has practiced medicine for over 25 years. He enjoys staff privileges at Regional Hospital of Jackson, Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and Meharry Medical College Dept. of Continuing Education.

For more information about the AEA National Convention, contact the Wisconsin Emu Association (WIEA) at 866-608-8224 or check out their web site at www.wiea-emu.org .

The American Emu Association is a non-profit trade association representing the emu industry. The emu industry is an alternative agricultural industry, dominated by the small farmer, who is devoted to humane and environmentally positive practices that will produce beneficial products for society. For more information about the American Emu Association (AEA) or the emu industry visit http://www.aea-emu.org or call 541-332-0675.