BENEFITS OF EUCALYPTUS OIL

Eucalyptus oil and other derivatives have a lot benefits for their uses.  For every respiratory system disorder, the eucalyptus is highly recommended especially in cases of respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchial catarrh, acute and chronic bronchitis.

Eucalyptus is an excellent medicinal plant against bronchial afflictions. Therefore, it is a plant for the respiratory system. This is the reason why the eucalyptus is very beneficial in different aspects.

 In the mid-nineteenth century, this medicinal plant was brought from Australia and Tasmania to Europe and America. It is one of the tallest tress known. It grows up to 180 m high.

The eucalyptus absorbs or takes an enormous amount of water from the soil and this makes it grow quickly.

As the case may be, this plant acidifies the soil and it never allows other plants from around anywhere to grow around it. The parts of the eucalyptus used are the leaves and the charcoal obtained from its wood.

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Properties of the Eucalyptus, Indications and Eucalyptus oil Uses

The leaves of the eucalyptus contain tannin, fatty acids, resin and some active essences in which the active components found reside. The essence mentioned above has cineol or eucalyptol, pynene, terpene hydrocarbons and some alcohols.

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The eucalyptus has the following properties and Uses:-

–        It is expectorant – Balsamic, antiseptic, bronchodilator, and mild febrifuge. The essence contained in the eucalyptus bring about these properties mentioned above.

As a matter of fact, according to rxlist.com, the eucalyptus helps to regenerate damaged cells, ease the expulsion process of mucus and also stops coughs. This is one of the indications that makes it an effective medicinal plant for pulmonary and bronchial diseases.

These indications seem possible due to the fact that the eucalyptus is balsamic and quite antiseptic. The charcoal play some wonderful roles and is a valuable remedy for accidental poisoning, colitis, intestinal fermentation, diarrhea and other uses of eucalyptus.

Toxic substances or meals in bad condition may trigger accidental poisoning and also poisonous mushrooms etc. the charcoal of the eucalyptus serves as an antidote. This is an awesome benefit of the eucalyptus oil and other derivatives.

There are some fantastic effects the charcoal offer. When there is a case of colitis, diarrhea, intestinal fermentation or intestinal flora dysfunction, the charcoal from eucalyptus adsorbs the toxin brought about by some pathological micro-organisms.

How to Prepare and Use the Eucalyptus

For Internal use only:-

1. Make infusion with two leaves. The two leaves should be large per cup of water (about 25 – 30 g per liter). Allowing steeping for ten (10) minutes which should be done in a jar, covered. Take or drink three (3) cups daily. Add honey to get it sweetened.
2. Eucalyptus Essence: With the eucalyptus essence, it is only from four (4) to ten (10) drops that should be administered daily.
3. It also worthy to note that in the use of eucalyptus oil, it should be diluted.

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For External Use only:-

1. Administer vapor bath on the chest and the head

Applications of the Eucalyptus

Vapor Baths: To take advantage of all the eucalyptus properties, the best method are the vapor baths.

• Place a handful of the leaves (eucalyptus leaves) in a bowl containing boiling water or using from four (4) to six (6) drops of eucalyptus essence. The person involved must sit down, with a bare torso making sure the head is over the bowl in order to allow the vapor reach the head and chest. This vapor bath must last from six (6) to ten (10) minutes, three times daily.

The evaporated eucalyptus essence and the vapor act directly on chest skin thereby allowing the elimination of toxins through the skin. This alleviates congestion of the lungs.

Eucalyptus oil Uses

It may help clear the sinuses:  Eucalyptus oil helps to clear congestion through the inhalation of the eucalyptus oil.

It can fosters mental clarity and help fight brain fog: With the help of eucalyptus oil, the airways are cleared thereby allowing more oxygen into the lungs. It makes breathing easy and for this, some folks breathe it automatically.

It gives relief to the sore muscles and joint pain: Eucalyptus oil has an anti-inflammatory effects which benefits those who must have suffered chronic pain due to intense workout or other activities. With a carrier oil, mix two or three drops and apply on the affected areas. Eucalyptus oil does wonders.

It helps suspend bad breath and keep it at bay: Eucalyptus oil has antimicrobial properties that can fight bad breath. It can also be used as a natural mouthwash. Add some drops into water and gargle and pour it from your mouth. Note: It should not be swallowed.

It combats dandruff: There is presence of anti-fungal components in the eucalyptus oil that help fight against dandruff. Mix two or three drops of the eucalyptus oil with two tablespoons of coconut oil and apply to the scalp and after 20 to 30 minutes, rinse thoroughly.

It soothes insect bites: Its natural antiseptic can be used on ulcers, bugs, sores, cut, burns etc. Take two or three drops and put it on cotton ball and rub on the affected area two time a day.

When inhaled, its expectorant properties coupled with those of the antiseptic, balsamic help break down the bronchi music and help ease its elimination.

Using Eucalyptus Essence against Cough

• In half a glass of water, get two (2) spoonful of honey dissolved in it, then add two (2) or three (3) drops of eucalyptus essence. Drink in the case of any throat infections caused by pharyngitis or laryngitis.

Take up to five (5) cups daily as for children, the recommended dose should only be two or three cups a day.

Eucalyptus oil uses 

Caution:

Do not take beyond the doses recommended for internal use. This is applicable to both infusion and essence. High doses may trigger blood in the urine. Adhering to the recommended doses will not bring about any side effects.

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