Essential Oils Guide: Health Benefits, Uses & Safety

Essential oils like tea tree, oregano, and clary sage offer diverse health benefits, but understanding toxicity and proper application is vital for safe aromatherapy.

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Oil of Oregano for a Virus

Oregano oil has antiviral properties that may help your body overcome illness, similar to the way echinacea is promoted for use. You’ll also see it called mountain mint, wintersweet and wild marjoram. Oregano oil can cause side effects and interact with medicines, so consult a health care provider before trying it.

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Bitter Almond Oil Uses

Bitter almond oil is different than that of sweet almond because it contains amygdalin, which is also found in plum, apricot and peach pits. Sweet almonds do not have this substance, which is toxic, so these almonds and their oils are safe.

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White Thyme Essential Oil Benefits

Thyme essential oil has been in use since the time of the Romans. Both red and white thyme oils are manufactured commercially and are in products ranging from cough drops to perfumes. White thyme oil is made by re-distilling red thyme oil.

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