The Outstanding Health Benefits Of Eucalyptus

Relieves Joint And Muscle Pain

Once again, the anti-inflammatory properties of eucalyptus oil have come to the rescue. Alongside its anti-inflammatory properties, eucalyptus oil also has analgesic effects, which also helps relieve muscle and joint pain. Relieve the pain of sore muscles because of exercise or joint pain due to arthritis by massaging a combination of five drops of eucalyptus oil to olive oil or another carrier oil into the muscles and joints affected. Individuals can also choose to add up to thirty drops of eucalyptus oil to a hot bath and soak in the tub for a little while to help loosen the muscles and relieve associated pain.

Protects Against Insects

Individuals who spend a decent amount of time outside when mosquitoes and other bugs are out and about can rejoice. While commercial insect repellents are the typical choice, eucalyptus oil, specifically lemon eucalyptus oil, is the perfect natural insect repellent. It is even approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is backed by research and studies as far back as the 1940s. Individuals can make their own lemon eucalyptus oil insect repellent by mixing one part lemon eucalyptus oil to ten parts witch hazel. This equates to one tablespoon of lemon eucalyptus oil to ten tablespoons witch hazel. Mix these ingredients thoroughly in a spray bottle and use it as needed.