According to Shannon Becker, PhD RA "There is currently no known cure or vaccine for the current viral epidemic, which is caused by an enveloped virus, similar to the influenza A virus (IAV)....The essential oils and blends may, however be used in traditional ways for respiratory relief and psychological support." - Becker in Tisserand Institute Newsletter, March 2020.
For Relief of Sore Throat, a small proportion of Fresh Ginger can be used, in combination with other soothing, cleansing and infection-fighting essential oils Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme serpolet, &/or Tea Tree.
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This is a beautiful, brightening, uplifting and delicate fresh young ginger root,essential oil, steam distilled in Indonesia.
A few drops of this warming essential oil can be worn or inhaled to provide an immediate emotional and energizing uplift! It relaxes and calms, while energizing at the same time.
Ginger promotes clear breathing. Ginger has excellent anti-inflammatory properties which promote healthy lungs.
Energetic Benefits: This one is very electro-magnetic, really pulling the energy in through the nadis. It connects all the nadis into all the solar chakras, working on the nadi-solar chakra system with a fast vibration. It is expansive and very empowering, working primarily on the subtle bodies. Star Johnsen-Moser, Intuitive Energetic Healer.
Precautions: If using essential oil of Ginger in an air diffuser, use small amounts with larger quantities of other gentle essential oils, due to the high concentration of Hydrocarbons in Ginger (up to 90%), which can be an aspiration hazard for the lungs.
7.5 ml (1/4 oz): $8.75; 15 ml (1/2 oz): $14.50; 30 ml (1 oz): $25.95; 50 ml: $48.50; 120 ml (4 oz): $83.50;
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
The above information is for educational purposes only, and nothing contained herein should be construed as medical advice.
References provided below are a representative sampling of research over the past 15 years which documents the antiviral, antispasmodic, digestive &immune-building activity of essential oils in the Zingiberaceae (medicinal antibacterial & seasoning Ginger) family, but does not claim or imply the effectiveness of Ginger Root Zingiber officinalis for the present viral pandemic - only that its antiviral, antibacterial, antispasmodic, strengthening & regenerative characteristics may be an area of interest for future research.
Becker, S. Essential oils and coronaviruses. Tisserand Institute Newsletter 2020 March
Johnson SA. Evidence-Based essential oil therapy: The ultimate guide to the therapeutic and clinical application of essential oils. 2015, Scott A Johnson Professional Writing Services.
SaikaTariqaSairaWaniaWaseemRasoolaKhushbooShafiaMuzzaffar AhmadBhataAnilPrabhakarbAabid HussainShallaaManzoor A.Rathera A comprehensive review of the antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral potential of essential oils and their chemical constituents against drug-resistant microbial pathogens. Department of Chemistry, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awanti Pora, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, 192122, India
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