Post by Rik Wallin on Apr 6, 2007 9:51:21 GMT -6
Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
from the leaves of the Australian tea tree
Used for:
· Fungal infections of the skin (athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch)
· Localized infections and sores on mucous membranes (canker sores, boils, abscesses); it's a great germicide and antibacterial
· Yeast infections
· Bee stings, lice therapy
Available in: Pure essential oil and many formulations (toothpaste, mouthwash, etc.)
Herb/drug interactions: No known interactions
When buying: Look for pure 100% tea tree oil
Warning: Rare hypersensitivity reactions may occur. Discontinue use if irritation appears.
DOSAGES
Adults:
Use a 10% solution, 1 1/2 tablesthingys tea tree oil to 1 cup of water, to rinse and clean infected wounds, as a sore throat gargle, or as a girl thingyl douche for yeast infections.
Tea tree oil is nontoxic and can be applied at full strength to boils and fungal infections. Apply a light coating 3-4 times a day, and continue for two weeks after the infection disappears.
Inhale the vapors to open up mucous membranes when you have a cold.
Children under 10:
Same as above
from the leaves of the Australian tea tree
Used for:
· Fungal infections of the skin (athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch)
· Localized infections and sores on mucous membranes (canker sores, boils, abscesses); it's a great germicide and antibacterial
· Yeast infections
· Bee stings, lice therapy
Available in: Pure essential oil and many formulations (toothpaste, mouthwash, etc.)
Herb/drug interactions: No known interactions
When buying: Look for pure 100% tea tree oil
Warning: Rare hypersensitivity reactions may occur. Discontinue use if irritation appears.
DOSAGES
Adults:
Use a 10% solution, 1 1/2 tablesthingys tea tree oil to 1 cup of water, to rinse and clean infected wounds, as a sore throat gargle, or as a girl thingyl douche for yeast infections.
Tea tree oil is nontoxic and can be applied at full strength to boils and fungal infections. Apply a light coating 3-4 times a day, and continue for two weeks after the infection disappears.
Inhale the vapors to open up mucous membranes when you have a cold.
Children under 10:
Same as above