The Eucalyptus Tree is an evergreen native to Australia. In fact, eucalyptus leaves are the main source of food for koala bears! In addition, research is showing the powerful medicinal properties for humans as well…
What is Eucalyptus Oil?
Eucalyptus Oil has become the center of much research. Specifically, the chemical compound known as cineole. In fact, eucalyptus has the highest known cineole levels of any plant!
…but, what does cineole do?
Cineole is an expectorant. By definition, this is an agent that promotes the discharge or expulsion of mucus from the respiratory track. This helps cleanse the body of toxins and harmful bacteria that can make you feel sick. Cineole also acts as a bronchodilator. This dilates blood vessels and allows more oxygen into the lungs while providing strong bactericidal activity. Overall, according to scientific research and specific studies, cineole is also responsible for reducing inflammation and pain. Other benefits include support for sinuses, allergies, hair and scalp, wounds, odor removal, and it kills mold!
For familiarity purposes, this compound is widely used in commercial products such as cough lozenges, decongestants, over-the-counter pain relief formulas, household cleaning products, etc..
Methods of Use: Aromatic, Topical, and Internal
Therapeutic Actions: Cleansing, Clearing, Protecting, Energizing
Function Support: Respiratory, Circulatory, Skin, Lungs
Why we love Eucalyptus Oil…
Trees provide oxygen and clean the air we breathe. However, we live in a desert where we lack the abundance of trees. Therefore, we’ve incorporated diffusing or inhaling Eucalyptus Globulus mainly at night to support breathing and our respiratory health while we sleep. What a game changer it’s been!
quick back story…
I’ve always suffered from sinus issues. In fact, I used to be addicted to Afrin which led to sinus surgery. The doctor told me to never use Afrin again after the surgery. I never did. That happened six years ago and I would still experience sinus issues more often than not just less extreme. I even eliminated particular foods in my diet to minimize mucus in the body. For example, dairy products. This helped too.
however, we now know the missing piece to the puzzle was EUCALYPTUS OIL! Seriously, I sleep like a baby now since I can actually breathe through my nose at night! I feel so much more refreshed in the morning as well! Our nightly diffusing duo is Lavender and Eucalyptus! We’ve never slept or felt better than we do now. No medication, just Mother Nature. It’s amazing!
In conclusion…
Incorporating therapeutic-grade essential oils into our lifestyle has given us a new perspective. It’s refreshing to see the medicinal power of natural plant compounds without the horrible side effects of synthetic drugs. It’s even more exciting to see more research being conducted on essential oils. However, I’ve said it before AND I’ll say it again…QUALITY MATTERS if you want therapeutic results…We use Young Living because these oils really work! They are the leader of essential oils and their seed to seal process is unparalleled to anyone in the industry. It’s above the current organic standards. They use no pesticides and the oils go through six rigorous test to ensure their claims. In actuality, the oils really speak for themselves!
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