Eucalyptus oil has many potential health benefits, including:
- Pain relief: Eucalyptus oil’s anti-inflammatory properties may help ease pain.
- Insect repellent: Eucalyptus oil can repel mosquitoes, cockroaches, mites, and houseflies. You can add a few drops to a spray bottle of water and spray it around window sills and doors.
- Immune system boost: Eucalyptus oil may stimulate the immune system by activating white blood cells to fight disease.
- Oral hygiene: Eucalyptus oil can promote healthy teeth and gums and keep bad breath away.
- Respiratory relief: Some studies suggest that eucalyptus may have properties that support respiratory function.
- Wound healing: When applied topically, eucalyptus oil can accelerate wound healing.
- Kills lice: In one study, eucalyptus oil was twice as effective as another head lice treatment.
You should consult a doctor before using eucalyptus essential oil, and you should never ingest the oil.
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