General Properties

• antibacterial
• anti-inflammatory
• expectorant
• febrifuge
• immuno-stimulant
• muscle relaxant
• nervine

Description

Ravensara and Ravintsara have been consistently confused by suppliers and retailers alike. Green Valley has discovered that what we were calling Ravensara is actually Ravintsara. Our Ravintsara has a very high 1,8-cineol content and is extracted from the leaves of this tall forest tree by steam distillation.

Ravintsara is a fabulous immuno-stimulant and may be effective against flu and flu-like virus', especially if used at the first sign of symptoms. It is a completely safe oil to use (not neat), and can be safely used on children. The strong anti-viral action plus the fact that Ravintsara is safe for use on the skin, makes it a good oil for shingles, cold sores and genital herpes. It can help people who are over tired, lethargic or depressed.

This oil is a great anti viral as well as being an immunostimulant, making it wonderful when there is a great deal of flu viruses floating around. It is said that upon feeling the very first inkling of the flu coming on, if Ravensara is used in the bath immediately before going to bed the possibility of warding off the infection is great! This is a good oil to use in your diffuser or room spray during the flu season to keep the air around you clear of any airborne viruses. As an expectorant, Ravintsara works well when treating sinusitis, bronchitis and whooping cough, etc.

This oils blends well with Myrtle, Pine, and Thyme when treating these conditions.

Specific Cautions

References

Information about this essential oil came from the following sources:

1. Worwood, Valerie Ann. The Fragrant Pharmacy. (Toronto: Bantam Books, 1990)
2. Davis, Patricia. Aromatherapy: An A-Z. (United Kingdom: Saffron Walden, 1988)
3. Tisserand, Robert and Tony Balacs. Essential Oil Safety. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 1995)

Note and Disclaimer

The information and opinions provided here are for general educational purposes only and do not replace medical advice. It is your responsibility to consult a suitably qualified medical practitioner to ensure that you will not have any medical problems from any of our products.

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