Essential Oil of the Day : Tea Tree (melaleuca alternifolia)


The antiseptic action of tea tree is thought to be one hundred times more powerfull than carbolic acid, and yet it is non poisonous to humans! The Aborigines have been using this indigenous Australian tree in their medications for centuries.
It is a strong anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and immuno-stimulating oil, making it useful in the treatment of a wide range of conditions such as, thrush, cysititis,  asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, coughs, and all kinds of infections. It is also recommended in skin care for the treatment of acne, athlete's foot, burns, cold sores, dandruff, herpes, insect bites, verrucae, warts and wounds.
In energetics, tea tree is said to strengthen the defensive Qi. It can be used to eradicate harmful pathogens and prevent the recurrence of infections.

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