Bird Fancier's / Breeder's Lung or Allergic Alvolitis / Asthma
These essential oils are available online or at your better local health food stores.
- There are a variety of ways to diffuse the scents of the essential oils. Please visit this website for options.
| Eucalyptus aka Blue Gum: An expectorant, decongestant, insecticide, analgesic, antirheumatic and antiseptic. Inhibits proliferation of the cold virus. Deters mosquitoes and other insects. Cools emotions, aids concentration. Effective in all types of fever, lowers the temperature, makes breathing easier, loosens phlegm. It is one of the most valuable oils for treating the respiratory system. According to research, the spraying of a 2% emulsion containing eucalyptus oil kills off 70% of local, airborne staphylococci. Helps with cystitis. Clears up sinus congestion. |
Bergamot: Inhaled, it relaxes the nervous system and acts as a digestive. Also used as an expectorant, gargle for a sore throat, inhaled for anxiety and depression. May be used as an inhalation for respiratory tract infections, such as tonsilitis and bronchitis. Its antiseptic properties make it ideal for treating wounds, herpes, acne and oily skin conditions.
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Atlas Cedarwood or Moroccan Cedarwood: Regenerative and lymphotonic properties. Its main benefits are on the respiratory system due to its expectorant properties, easing conditions such as bronchitis, coughs and colds. A drop in a half cup of water to gargle for sore throat or with a few drops of Eucalyptus in a steaming bowl of water to reduce nasal and lung congestion. It aids in the removal of body fat and is used externally for cellulite and the retention of fluid in the tissue. Helps to clear chronic conditions such as dermatitis and psoriasis. It would make a good hair tonic and effective for treating seborrhoea of the scalp, dandruff and alopecia. This oil is onsidered neurotoxic and abortive and should not be used on children, pregnant women and animals. |
Frankincense: Among its properties are antiseptic, astringent, cicatrisant, diuretic, digestive, uterine and sedative. Slows down breathing and produces feelings of calm. Like most other oils extracted from resins, frankincense is effective for respiratory catarrhal discharge and respiratory congestion. Used in inhalations, it may be helpful for asthma sufferers as it eases shortness of breath. Its cytophylactic properties make it an ideal oil for mature, wrinkled skin in need of a lift.
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 Spearmint: Indicated for all sorts of respiratory problems, sinusitis, and chronic bronchitis. If used in full body massage, use only a minute amount; massage in local areas may be preferable. Possibility of eye irritation, as well as an irritant on sensitive skin. Stimulates a tired mind. Helpful with digestive problems such as vomiting , flatulence, constipation and diarrhea. Seems to relax stomach muscles, relieves hiccups and nausea. May help with travel sickness. Good oil to use externally on children with digestive problems such as nausea, constipation and diarrhea. Don't use during pregnancy.
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Spruce: Physical: Tones the respiratory system. Relieves muscle aches and pains. Improves circulation. Relieves joint aches. Fights colds and flu. Supports the immune system. Helps to relieve physical and mental exhaustion, especially after an illness. Psychological: Relieves stress, tension, and anxiety. Skin care: May be useful for acne and dry eczema. Method of use: Essential oils can be used in a variety of methods of application and/or inhalation. Massage, bath, diffusion.
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Tea Tree, Lemon Scented: This oil contains the antiviral properties of tea tree combined with a wonderful lemon scent. It makes a refreshing room deodorizer and air cleanser. Diffused into the atmosphere, it has the ability to destroy molds, fungi and bacteria. Its properties are anti-infectious, antiviral, antiseptic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive stimulant. At this time, it is one of the most powerful insect repellents known, better than citronella and eucalyptus. As part of a respiratory blend Lemon Scented Tea Tree will help to clear nasal and bronchial catarrh. Blends well with woodsy aromas such as cypress, sandalwood and rosewood.
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Nebulizer:
The Oshadhi nebulizer diffuser disperses Essential oils in a fine micro-mist for ultimate, therapeutic results. I own one and am using it with my preferred essential oils. It is such a wonderful alternative and safe alternative to the toxic air fresheners and chemical room derodorizers. I pick essential oils depending on the qualities that are important to me. My pet birds are fine -- although I carefully read the instruct NOTE: Alternatively, or in addition to the above nebulizer, you can use an essential oil-warming candle, available at good health stores.
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