The following references Dr. Ingram’s published research and books. Book content reflects the author’s research opinions and does not constitute health claims about Purely Wild supplement products.
Deep in the boreal forests of North America grows one of nature’s most fascinating evergreens - the spruce tree. In his groundbreaking book "Natural Cures from Wild Tree Resins," Dr. Cass Ingram explores how these majestic evergreens have long been valued in traditional wellness practices for the resin found within their bark.
According to Dr. Ingram's research, spruce resin has been valued in traditional uses for thousands of years by indigenous peoples and early settlers. This sticky substance, which the tree naturally produces to seal damage and protect itself, contains a complex array of naturally occurring plant compounds including terpenes, phenolic acids, and lignins that have long been valued in traditional wellness practices.
What makes spruce resin so special? Dr. Ingram's work highlights multiple studies, including research from Finland that evaluated topical spruce resin preparations in traditional skin-care contexts. The resin contains naturally occurring plant compounds traditionally used in skin-care preparations.
Through extensive study of traditional uses and modern research, Dr. Ingram documents that spruce resin can:
- Supports respiratory wellness
- Supports the body’s natural defenses
- Supports muscle and joint comfort
- Supports skin wellness when applied topically
- Valued in traditional skin-care preparations
Perhaps most significant is Dr. Ingram's finding that raw, unprocessed spruce resin retains more of its naturally occurring compounds than heavily processed versions. His research shows the natural enzymes and bioactive compounds work in harmony when left in their crude state, providing the full spectrum of natural compounds.
While many modern medicines are synthetic copies of natural compounds, Dr. Ingram's work reminds us that sometimes the original source - in this case, spruce resin - remains one of nature’s most fascinating plants. As interest in traditional and natural plant-based wellness practices grows, his research invites us to look back to the mighty spruce tree and its traditional resin.
For those interested in experiencing the benefits of raw spruce resin, Dr. Ingram has developed a collection of wild-harvested spruce products including extracts and creams, available through his Wild Spruce Collection. These products maintain the potency of raw, unprocessed spruce resin while making it accessible for modern use.
For more detailed information about spruce resin and other tree medicines, readers can explore Dr. Ingram's complete findings in "Natural Cures from Wild Tree Resins," published by Knowledge House Publishers.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
