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Simple Things Work

Eucalyptus oil is one of those commodities no home should be without. Eucalyptus oil for me brings back memories of childhood. When I was a child, my mother put it on the pillow at night whenever I had a cold. She also put it on handkerchiefs. It’s something I did with our children when they were young too. All these years later I still use a couple of drops of eucalyptus oil on the pillow to help me breathe, when I have a cold or flu. It seems to clear the nose like nothing else does. The other way to … Continue reading →

Essential Oils: Eucalyptus

Did you know? Some Australian Aborigines bind serious wounds with eucalyptus leaves. Eucalyptus essential oil is beneficial through scent alone. You know those “menthol-lyptus” cough drops that soothe your sore throat, ease your cough, and help clear your stuffy nose? Just the scent of eucalyptus is enough to cut through the most stubborn congestion! Even the least sensitive nose could probably pick eucalyptus out of a lineup. It has a sharp, medicinal smell that can bring tears to your eyes! If you prefer a less overwhelming scent, try lemon eucalyptus. It has many of the same properties with a gentler … Continue reading →