CBD and Comfrey: Resources and References
This page is meant as a resource for customers who would like to learn more about the ingredients in our Catskills Comfrey products. From CBD creams for pain to Calendula for inflammation, we’ve collected articles from trusted sources to help you make informed decisions about the products you select. And if you have any questions, you can always review our FAQs or reach out to us.
COMFREY
Comfrey has long been touted as a pain reliever for things like back pain. But if you’re looking for more information on comfrey, its uses, and potential benefits, these articles will help you gain a greater understanding of why we love this plant so much.
WebMID: Comfrey
Botanical.com: Comfrey
Mother Earth News: Comfrey Medicinal Uses - The Herbalist's Notebook
Richard Whelan, Medical Herbalist: Comfrey Root and Leaf
Pharmaceutical Journal: Ancient and Modern Uses
Herbal Encyclopedia: Comfrey
The Derm Review: Allantoin
Doctor Yourself: Comfrey - Wound Healer and Cancer Fighter
HealthLine: What is Comfrey?
Happy DIY Home: How To Grow Comfrey Plant: Care, Types & Growing Tips
NIH: Medicinal Plants Used in Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Medical News Today: What does allantoin do in skin care?
CALENDULA
Calendula is a beautiful plant that’s best known to many as an inflammation reducer. These articles explore not only what calendula is and how it’s most often used, but also its benefits for a very common family ailment: diaper rash.
CBD
CBD is a relatively new addition for many natural skincare users. In fact, our CBD cream may be the first you’ve come upon. But in the articles below you’ll discover more information on how topical CBD and the cannabinoids in the CBD can potentially provide relief from common discomforts.
St John’s wort
St. John’s Wort has been used as a natural remedy for a variety of skin conditions for many years. The articles below explore the key things you need to know about this ingredient as well as relevant research on its effectiveness in addressing a variety of ailments.
University of Michigan Health: SJW
University of Rochester Medical Center: SJW
NIH: Atopic Dermatitis
NIH: Cold Sore Treatment
medicinal plants
At Catskills Comfrey we believe in the power of our natural ingredients. Below you’ll find various articles detailing plants with potential health benefits.
COLLAGEN
The article below references the versatility of the comfrey plant, including its potential impact on the generation of collagen in the skin.
neuropathy
Neuropathy is a troubling condition that can often cause weakness, pain, and loss of feeling or numbness, often in the extremities (hands and feet). Below you’ll find articles related to the relief of some experience with the use of chili pepper to address this sort of condition.
The Practical Herbalist: Chili Pepper - Herbal Fire for Digestion and Circulation
Arthritis & joint pain
Joint pain and arthritis can be debilitating conditions. The following articles detail the potential relief one can experience from the use of CBD and other ingredients when it comes to joint discomfort and related pain.
NCBI: Medicinals [Comfrey, Arnica, Devil’s Claw] - Treating Joint Disorders
Mt Sinai Hospital: Devil’s Claw
lymphatic drainage
Lymphatic drainage is often performed as a type of massage to address issues with the lymphatic system in the body. As you’ll find in these articles, pokeweed also has potential benefits related to the draining of lymph.
Eclectic School of Herbal Medicine: Pokeweed
Richard Whelan: Poke Root
Herbalism Roots: Lymphatic Drainage
RETINOL
Retinol, also known as Vitamin A can cause skin irritation. The following article details a patent related to comfrey as an agent for reducing this sort of skin irritation.
AVON Patent: Reducing Retinoid-Induced Skin Irritation
Pet
Wondering if there are potential benefits of these ingredients for your pets? While we don’t recommend using our creams on your pets, the following article lists the potential benefits of calendula, comfrey, and CBD for dogs.