Benefits of Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil

There are over 400 different species of eucalyptus. Eucalyptus globulus, also known as Blue Gum, is the main source of eucalyptus oil used globally. The jolly and woody aroma of Eucalyptus is a favorite to many due to the presence of a compound called 1,8 cineole, also known as eucalyptol. Even the Koala Bears love this plant, and it is their primary food source. The Australians have been using it forever. Eucalyptus has a number of medicinal properties and potential health benefits. Its uses are versatile. From wounds to colds, it is known to be beneficial for many things, such as: 

• Antimicrobial properties: From the end of the 19th century, eucalyptus oil was used in most hospitals in England to clean urinary catheters. Modern research In February 2016 from Serbia found evidence supporting the antimicrobial action of eucalyptus. A study published in Clinical Microbiology & Infection suggests that eucalyptus oil may have antibacterial effects on pathogenic bacteria in the upper respiratory tract, including Haemophilus influenzae, a bacteria responsible for a range of infections, and some strains of streptococcus.
• Colds and respiratory problems: Eucalyptus features in a range of preparations to relieve symptoms of the common cold, for example, cough lozenges and inhalants. Herbal remedies recommend using fresh leaves in a gargle to relieve a sore throat, sinusitis, and bronchitis. Also, eucalyptus oil vapor appears to act as a decongestant when inhaled. It is a popular home remedy for colds and bronchitis. It may act as an expectorant for loosening phlegm and easing congestion.
• Dental care: The antibacterial and antimicrobial potential of eucalyptus has been harnessed for use in mouthwash and dental preparations. Eucalyptus appears to be active in fighting bacteria that cause tooth decay and periodontitis.
• Fungal infections and wounds: The University of Maryland Medical (UMM) Center described how traditional Aboriginal medicines used eucalyptus to treat fungal infections and skin wounds in 2016.
• Insect repellent: Eucalyptus is an effective insect repellent and insecticide. In 1948, the United States officially registered eucalyptus oil as an insecticide and miticide, for killing mites and ticks. Oil of lemon eucalyptus is recommended by some as an insect repellant; it is effective at keeping mosquitoes away. In 2012, researchers from New Delhi, in India, found that eucalyptus globulus oil was active against the larvae and pupae of the housefly.
• Pain relief: Eucalyptus extract may act as a pain reliever, and research indicates that the oil may have analgesic properties. It can be used to treat muscle and joint pain linked to strains, sprains, arthritis, bruising, and backache.
• Stimulating immune system: Eucalyptus oil may stimulate an immune system response, says findings published in BMC Immunology. Specifically, the researchers found that Eucalyptus oil could enhance the immune system’s phagocytic response to pathogens in a rat model. Phagocytosis is a process where the immune system consumes and destroys foreign particles.
• Other conditions that eucalyptus may help with: arthritis - potentially due to its anti-inflammatory properties, a blocked nose, wounds and burns, ulcers, cold sores – perhaps due to its anti-inflammatory properties, bladder diseases, diabetes – eucalyptus might help lower blood sugar, Fever and Flu.