Status: Wildcrafted Latin Name: Eucalyptus radiata Origin: Australia Extraction: Steam distillation Part Used: Leaves Odor: Sweet Camphorous Aromatherapy Uses:: Long term or chronic respiratory ailments are alleviated with the radiata variety. Its an easier aroma to inhale directly. Aid asthma, muscle aches and nervous exhaustion. Appears anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anticatarrh, expectorant. This chemotype better suited for long term use of chronic respiratory conditions and best suited for viral or bacterial infections. Safer to inhale directly as has less cough reflex than eucalyptus globules. Skin: acne, avoid use on sensitive or damaged skin. Respiratory: sinus problems, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, sore throat and mouth infections Muscular/Skeletal: arthritis, muscle aches, pains, injuries, sprains, inflammations, especially rheumatoid arthritis Immune: myxovirus, influenza cold, fever- best for viral or bacterial infections Nervous, Brain/Mind: headache, nervous exhaustion, neuralgia, sciatica Blends well with: peppermint, lemon, lavender, and cedarwood. Safety Data: Avoid in pregnancy, with babies, children. Externally non-toxic, non-irritant (diluted), non sensitizing. SOURCES: Sheppard-Hanger Sylla, THE AROMATHERAPY PRACTITIONER REFERENCE MANUAL, Tampa, 1998 |
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