Antiviral Properties of Essential OilsEssential oils have many therapeutic benefits, including anti-viral properties. Medical science has verified the following therapeutic benefits of essential oils: 1997 Special Edition of Bio/Tech News Examples of essential oil categories which have anti-viral properties: Aldehydes are highly reactive organic compounds that are anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and sedative. When inhaled, they are calming. They are found in many of the lemon-scented oils, including the oils of lemongrass, melissa and citronella. One of the principal aldehyde compounds, citral, is highly anti-infectious and anti-viral, particularly when applied topically on herpes simplex. Want to stay in touch?: subscribe to my monthly newsletter, Oildrops Tips. We share tips and news related about the wonderful aspects of essential oils. We include everything: oils of the Bible, skin health, shower health, respiratory health, and much more.....
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