Ozone - A natural gas
Ozone (O3) is a gas composed of three oxygen atoms. It occurs naturally in small amounts in the upper atmosphere, known as the stratosphere. It plays a crucial role in the Earth's atmosphere as a shield against harmful ultraviolet radiation.
It is continuously produced by UV radiation or during the electric discharge of lightning from atmospheric oxygen.
It is an inorganic molecule with the chemical formula O ₃. It is a pale blue gas with a distinctively pungent smell. It is an allotrope of oxygen that is much less stable than the diatomic allotrope O ₂, breaking down in the lower atmosphere to O ₂.
Ozone - A powerful disinfectant
Ozone is a powerful disinfectant. It has the ability to oxide organic and/or inorganic compounds by reacting with them immediately. So, it oxides plasma membrane of all microorganisms including bacteria, virus and fungus, and eventually shred these microorganisms. Therefore, ozone has been used as a disinfectant for many years.
Ozone has a distinct pungent smell, some says that it is similar to the smell of freshly cut grass, and also a similar odor may be felt from all materials contacted with ozone. It is strong and might take you off guard at first!
Ozone Therapy
Ozone therapy involves administering ozone gas into the body to treat various conditions. It's used for immune system support, reducing inflammation, controlling pain, treating infections, and promoting wound healing. In this therapy, ozone is produced by converting oxygen sourced from a medical-grade cylinder, which contains high-purity oxygen, into ozone using an ozone generator.
Ozone dissolves more easily in fluids including plasma than oxygen, and when the blood is ozonated, ozone reacts with hydrosoluble antioxidants, free fatty acids and proteins in plasma.
When the blood is ozonated, ozone reacts with all soluble antioxidants and polyunsaturated fatty acids and oxides them. This mechanism suggest that some liquid oils may be used in treatment of various pathologies after ozonation. This treatment potential exists thanks to the presence of unsaturated double bonds of fatty acids in these liquid oils that would be ozonated. As a result of reactivity of ozone, ozone oxides these double bounds and one oxygen atom joins unsaturated double bounds'.
- Application: Ozone therapy involves the direct administration of ozone gas into the body through various methods, such as insufflation (inhalation), injection, or infusion into the bloodstream (intravenous).
- Mode of Delivery: Ozone is typically produced by converting medical-grade oxygen into ozone using an ozone generator. The ozone gas is then administered under controlled conditions by trained healthcare professionals.
What are Ozonated Oils (Ozone Oils)?
Ozonated oils are created through a process called ozonation, where ozone gas is bubbled through a carrier oil for an extended period. This results in the formation of ozonides, which are compounds containing ozone molecules. Common carrier oils used for ozonation include olive oil, coconut oil, and hemp oil. (Check the section: Potential Ozonide Index to know more about which carrier oil is better)
- Application: Ozonated oils applied externally to the skin or mucous membranes or can be taken internally. It is created by bubbling ozone gas through a carrier oil (such as olive oil, coconut oil, or sunflower oil) for an extended period, resulting in the formation of ozonides within the oil.
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Mode of Delivery: Once ozonated, the oil can be used externally for various purposes, including skincare, wound healing, and dental care. It is often applied directly to the affected area or used as a component in creams, ointments, or oral rinses. And they can be used internally by taking small amounts on empty stomach.
Potential Ozonide Index
The Potential Ozonide Index (POI) shows how much ozone a particular oil can hold. The more Omega 3s, 6s and 9s an oil has, the more ozone it can infuse and the stronger it is.
The formula goes like this:
Omega 3s (x3) + Omega 6s (x2) + Omega 9s (x1) = POI.
| Carrier Oil | Potential Ozonide Index (POI) |
|---|---|
| Coconut | 14 |
| Castor | 35 |
| Jojoba | 39 |
| Avocado | 90 |
| Olive | 92 |
| Hemp | 192 |
To know more
- How to choose an effective ozonated oil? - Your Comprehensive Guide - The 4 Crucial Criteria
- What is the power of Ozonated Oils based on?
- Our Personal Experiences regarding the use of Our Ozonated Olive Oil
- Nicholas Tesla and Ozonation