Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Description

Though native to Australia, Eucalyptus trees are now grown across the globe and used for their medicinal values. Eucalyptus essential oil is made from the tree’s leaves and is believed to carry healing power. It is important to note that the oil must be diluted before using it as medicine.

Though there are not too many researches to prove the health benefits of eucalyptus oil, it has been used as herbal medicine for many years.

Today, some over-the-counter cough medications have eucalyptus oil. Similarly, many people have experienced relief from respiratory conditions such as asthma and sinusitis by inhaling steam with added eucalyptus oil. The oil reduces mucus and loosens it so that you can cough it up.

Eucalyptus oil can also be used for diabetes treatment. Experts believe that it may lower blood sugar among diabetes patients.

Research suggests that eucalyptus oil eases joint pain. In fact, many popular over-the-counter creams and ointments for treating osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis contain eucalyptus essential oil.

It may also fight skin inflammation and promote healing by applying the diluted oil topically. There are ointments and creams containing eucalyptus oil applied to minor burns and injuries.

It is also very effective as a pest repellent. Hence, people use it as a natural alternative to harmful chemicals for keeping mosquitoes and pests away.