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Fischer J, et al. (2013). Efficacy of cineole in patients suffering from acute bronchitis: A placebo-controlled double-blind trial. DOI:A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized cross-over study that involved 32 healthy participants found that when a combination of eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil and ethanol were applied to large areas of the forehead and temples, the participants experienced increased cognitive performance. The essential oil blend also had muscle-relaxing and mentally relaxing effects. 10. Repels Rats Components of eucalyptus oil, such as eucalyptol and citronellal, have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, which is why the oil is often used to relieve seasonal allergy symptoms. Add baking soda and citric acid. Sieve the baking soda and citric acid into the same mixing bowl and stir everything together. Sadlon AE, et al. (2010). Immune-modifying and antimicrobial effects of eucalyptus oil and simple inhalation devices.

Eucalyptus oil has also been used to relieve aches and pains in the joints and muscles. It’s often used as aromatherapy during massage.

A randomized clinical trial published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine investigated the effects of inhaling eucalyptus oil on pain and inflammatory responses after total knee replacement surgery. Patients inhaled either eucalyptus or almond oil for 30 minutes during rehabilitation on three consecutive days. Then pain, blood pressure and heart rate scores were reported. Researchers found that pain scores on all three days, and systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels on the second day were significantly lower in the eucalyptus group. This suggests that eucalyptus oil inhalation can be used as “a nursing intervention for pain relief.” 6. Alleviates Headaches When the oil was sprayed in laboratory pens, the rats no longer consumed food in that area. In fact, researchers report that food consumption was significantly lower from the treatment side compared to the untreated side, which indicates a significant repellent effect of eucalyptus essential oil. Common Uses For children under the age of 12, use essential oils with caution. Consider children who are in the environment while the oils are being diffused. Essential oils and pets A 2015 review reported that lemon essential oil has antiseptic, antifungal, antimicrobial, astringent, and detoxifying properties that contribute to immune system function.