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09/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils for the treatment of fungal diseases
Essential oils are known for their use in aromatherapy and massage therapy. When inhaled or applied topically, these natural products exert beneficial effects on mental health. Essential oils can also be used as remedies for common health problems, such as headache, constipation, sinus infections and skin infections. In fact, various essential oils are well-known for their antimicrobial properties. […]
09/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Antimicrobial activity of major active compounds of Litsea cubeba essential oils
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich in Germany examined the chemical composition of Litsea cubeba (may chang) essential oil and the biological activities of its active constituents. Their review was published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Two chemotypes of L. cubeba essential oil exists, one dominated by citral and limonene and the other by citronellal. L. […]
09/09/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Activity of Melaleuca, Cymbopogon, Cinnamomum and Thymus essential oils against pathogenic fungi
In this review, researchers at SNDT Women’s University in India discussed the potential of various essential oils as antifungal agents against known pathogens. The article was published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Mortality due to fungal infections, especially among immunocompromised individuals, has risen in recent years. Scientists are worried about the possibility of having […]
08/20/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Relieve sore muscles naturally with these 12 essential oils
Muscle soreness can happen for a range of reasons, from strenuous exercise to difficult menstruation. It can make the slightest motion painful and difficult, and it can stick around for longer periods if left untreated. One holistic approach to muscle soreness that has been around for millennia is the use of essential oils. Natural healers and aromatherapists had […]
08/20/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
5 Ways to use tea tree oil for common skin conditions
Tea tree oil, or melaleuca oil as it is sometimes called, is an essential oil obtained from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree endemic to Australia. Aboriginal Australians have used tea tree oil for centuries. These native people crush tea tree leaves to extract the oil, then inhale it to treat coughs and colds. It […]
08/18/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Microencapsulated compound from thyme essential oil kills larvae of dengue mosquitoes, study finds
Dengue is a mosquito-borne tropical disease that continues to be a pressing problem in some countries. Despite being painful and debilitating, it remains a neglected disease due to scant research, and there isn’t a range of treatments to choose from outside of bed rest and medication. In a major breakthrough, scientists from the University of Sao Paulo (USP) […]
08/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can geographical location affect the chemical composition of plant-based essential oils? Science explains
The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has increased in recent years. Besides ancient techniques that promote natural healing, such as acupuncture, CAM also promotes the use of natural products like essential oils. Essential oils are concentrated extracts that can be derived from different parts of a certain plant. This is usually done through […]
08/06/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What are the clinical applications of essential oils?
More and more people are starting to use of essential oils in the United States, but the attitudes, experience and beliefs of clinicians toward aromatherapy have not yet been studied. To address this, researchers at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Minnesota conducted a survey to determine how clinicians viewed the use of […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils of Etlingera plants are rich in antimicrobial compounds
Plants in the genus Etlingera belong to the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family and are native to the Indo-Pacific region. They have long been used as traditional medicines by indigenous communities and are also known for their culinary applications. Studies suggest that Etlingera plants are rich in biologically active volatile components that contribute to their medicinal properties. Despite […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers explore the health benefits of African plants and spices
According to studies, up to 80 percent of people in developing countries use complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs). In fact, CAMs are the most widespread sources of medicine worldwide. When it comes to treating bacterial and fungal skin infections, essential oils are the CAMs of choice. Known for their potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, some essential […]
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