Post by Rik Wallin on Apr 6, 2007 10:38:08 GMT -6
Eucalyptus (Eucaluptus globulus)
dried leaves of eucalyptus trees
Used for:
· Respiratory problems including chest congestion, bronchitis, bronchial cough, laryngitis and sinusitis
· Sore throat
· As a natural antibacterial agent
Available in: Whole fresh and dried leaves, essential oils, salves and rubs
Herb/drug interactions: No known interactions
When buying: Choose oils containing 100% pure eucalyptus or at least 55% eucalyptol.
Warning: For topical use only. Do not get in eyes or nasal passages.
DOSAGES
Adults:
A small handful of whole leaves or a teasthingy of the essential oils in boiling water for twice-daily steam inhalations. A few teasthingys of crushed leaf in a cup of hot water as a gargle for sore throat. Apply rubs as needed to chest and throat or around nostrils to ease congestion.
Children under 10:
Same as above
dried leaves of eucalyptus trees
Used for:
· Respiratory problems including chest congestion, bronchitis, bronchial cough, laryngitis and sinusitis
· Sore throat
· As a natural antibacterial agent
Available in: Whole fresh and dried leaves, essential oils, salves and rubs
Herb/drug interactions: No known interactions
When buying: Choose oils containing 100% pure eucalyptus or at least 55% eucalyptol.
Warning: For topical use only. Do not get in eyes or nasal passages.
DOSAGES
Adults:
A small handful of whole leaves or a teasthingy of the essential oils in boiling water for twice-daily steam inhalations. A few teasthingys of crushed leaf in a cup of hot water as a gargle for sore throat. Apply rubs as needed to chest and throat or around nostrils to ease congestion.
Children under 10:
Same as above