Backaches are also treated with massage using diluted Eucalyptus oil.  Judith Jackson, author and Aromatherapist says Eucalyptus is valuable oil for treating Urinary Tract infections.  She recommends a few drops in a bath.  Eucalyptus is also an excellent diffuser oil to make homes smell cleaner. Although critics describe the aroma as medicinal that may be simply because of the association with cough treatments.

Eucalyptus is also one of the less expensive oils that of late have become more costly because of the demand.  The great benefits are no longer a secret.

Action:  Eucalyptus globulus is mucolytic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal (candida), antiviral, antiseptic and is an expectorant.

Traditional Uses:  For centuries, Australian Aborigines used the disinfecting leaves of Eucalyptus globulus to cover wounds.  Shown by laboratory tests to be a powerful antimicrobial agent, it contains a high percentage of eucalyptol (a key ingredient in many antiseptic mouth rinses).  Often used for the respiratory system, eucalyptus has also been investigated for its powerful insect repelient effects (Trigg, 1966).  Eucalyptus trees have been planted throughout parts of North Africa to successfully block the spread of malaria.  According to Jean Valnet, MD, a solution of 2 percent eucalyptus oil sprayed in the air will kill 70 percent of airborne staph bacteria.  Some doctors still use solutions of eucalyptus oil in surgical dressings.

Indications:  Asthma, candida, coughs, diabetes, herpes, hypoglycemia, lungs, measles, headaches, respiratory infections, sinusitis, shingles, and tuberculosis.

Other Uses:  Eucalyptus oil may be used for aches pains, acne, allergies, arthritis, bronchitis, burns, respiratory infections, cystitis, endometriosis, gonorrhea, inflammation of the ear, eye, and sinus, and as decongestant.  Also for malaria, rheumatism, respiratory infections, skin and throat infection sores, ulcers, vaginitis, and wounds. Eucalyptus globulus is helpful for increasing energy. 

Application:  Apply topically, diffuse, or use in a humidifier. May be added to food or rice milk as a dietary supplement.

Fragrant Influence:  It promotes health, well being, purification, and healing.

Safety Data:  If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.

NOTE:  Do not take internally.

Companion Oils:  Geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, melissa, pine, sandalwood, and thyme.