Tea Tree a relative of the myrtle, is a large evergreen tree native to the north-east coastal region of New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most important local medicines used by the Aborigines. Their knowledge of its powerful healing properties has been passed from generation to generation for thousands of years. The leaves are the source of Tea Tree oil, which is really only used externally in modern medicine and Aromatherapy.
Tea Tree oil contains more than forty eight compounds, but it is chiefly composed of terpinen-4-ol, which is a powerful antiseptic. It acts against many bacterias, fungi and viruses and also has immune boosting and tissue healing action. It is also as insect repellent which may be of use to keep mosquitoes off and as a preventative for head-lice (nits).
Our experts recommend tea tree oil for over 50 different disorders, hence there are too many to list here. It is generally used for topical infections such as Acne, athletes foots, thrush and where there is injury to help prevent disease and speed up tissue repair.
Tea Tree oil has been used by the Australian army as a disinfectant since World War I and by dentists for oral hygeine since the 1930’s. Today, it is used in some hospitals and is proven to be effective against the MRSA bug (methycillin resistant staphlococcus aureus). Tea Tree oil is a pure, safe substance that deserves a home in every home medicine chest. It is also available commercially in shampoo, lotions, creams, talcum powder and foot sprays. lozenges are available to help keep infection from the mouth and throat.
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