{"id":6317,"date":"2019-05-02T03:41:12","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T03:41:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=6317"},"modified":"2021-04-05T13:50:20","modified_gmt":"2021-04-05T13:50:20","slug":"15-essential-things-to-know-about-thieves-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/15-essential-things-to-know-about-thieves-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Essential Things to Know About Thieves Oil"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Well known for its potential to reduce stress, thieves oil has many other benefits, some more well known than others. It can neutralize both bacterial and viral infection-causing pathogens, whilst improvements in the digestive process have also been observed following supplementation. The essential oil has the power to strengthen bones, as well as the subtlety and sleight of hand required to reduce inflammation. Very versatile indeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thieves oil can also lower a mild to moderate fever and aid the healing process when applied topically to a range of skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Improvements in respiratory function can also be seen, with other people utilizing it as an aid in the quest for lasting weight loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Already it is becoming clear just how useful thieves oil can be, and so it is a good idea to explore 8 essential things to know about this nifty little concoction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.     Reduces Fever<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For fevers <\/a>ranging from the mild to the moderate, the antimicrobial properties found within the various oils that make up thieves oil can help to alleviate the symptoms of a fever. The typical symptoms of fever are well known, whether it’s the chills and the sweats, or nausea and the irritability that causes a person the most misery. Using thieves oil as an agent to bring a fever down can seem like a daunting prospect to many people, especially parents looking to bring about a quick resolution for their child\u2019s illness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This daunting feeling is down to the fact that people sometimes fear what they don\u2019t know, and for whatever reason, the majority of people are more accustomed to over the counter medications than they are to natural remedies. The effectiveness of thieves oil, however, is such that any newcomers to its application will find themselves coming back to it time and time again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

2.     Anti Inflammation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The essential oils that makeup thieves oil, including clove, eucalyptus, and rosemary all have anti-inflammatory<\/a> properties, increasing in their potency through their combination. On their own, any one of these essential oils can bring about a reduction in inflammation, but together they are something else entirely, a real force to be reckoned with. A triple threat attack on inflammation and the things that cause it, allows thieves oil to be even more effective than things like ibuprofen, both the oral and topical varieties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again though, familiarity and force of habit are usually the factors that govern how people treat certain things, and inflammation is much the same. Many households would have tablets such as ibuprofen down as their \u2018go-to\u2019 solution to fight inflammation, whilst others may utilize natural ingredients like turmeric to the same end. The natural blend of thieves oil could be the next big thing in fighting inflammation, it just takes awareness and education, and a little time too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

3.     Improves Respiratory Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cinnamon oil <\/a>and clove oil are both present in thieves oil, and both of these oils possess strong antibacterial properties, which aid the respiratory system in that they fight off infections. Upper respiratory infections, more commonly known as common colds, and influenza, to give two examples, are ailments that range from mild to moderate, affecting most people up to two or three times a year. When thieves oil is used in diffusers, or as the main ingredient in steam ingestion, it is particularly good at opening up the respiratory faculties by moistening the back of the throat and the muscles involved in the breathing process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This lubrication would be beneficial for respiratory health even if it was only water that was being used, but the addition of thieves oil makes the process three times as effective. A healthy respiratory system can not only aid performance in terms of athletic competition, but can also prevent the build-up of any unwanted bacteria which may lead to infection or illness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

4.     Strengthens Immune System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every ingredient within thieves essential oil is geared in some way to strengthening the immune system<\/a>. Some of the ingredients have antibacterial properties, whilst others have antiviral characteristics. Both of these properties obviously contribute to bringing about a strong and stable immune system. They are further backed up with antiseptic capability possessing oils, as well as oils which provide an antioxidant quality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This combination is like an elixir of life that you might expect to find in the far-flung reaches of some role-playing video game, but it is incredibly something that absolutely anyone can get their hands on, in the real world. It just takes a little getting used to that something that is naturally rooted can be so effective in strengthening a system as complex as the human immune system. Just give it a try and who knows, you could turn into superman within a week. Or you may just get sick less frequently, which is still pretty cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

5.     Improves Bone Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The active ingredient in one of the main components of thieves oil, clove oil, is a substance called eugenol<\/a>. This is known to stimulate the absorption of the vital minerals that are necessary for strengthening bones. A lot of parents are choosing to supplement their children\u2019s diets with thieves oil capsules, as it is particularly effective in the growth of new bone. It has been hailed by some holistic practitioners as \u2018the new milk’, given the traditional reputation of the calcium-rich dairy product as a key ingredient in the development of a healthy skeleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aside from the obvious implications of strengthened bones, namely improved stability and mobility, these properties make thieves oil a potential treatment for conditions such as osteoporosis, though more research is needed in order to back this up. Bone health is something that is not widely talked about, and a lot of people take their skeletons for granted. As with many aspects of health though, taking care of the body is a sure-fire way to take care of the body. You read that right the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

6.     Weight Loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Feeling \u2018full\u2019 is a sensation that many dieters and fitness fanatics seem to crave and seek to mimic in their quest to keep hunger and weight gain at bay. For most people, suppressing the feeling of hunger is an unnatural thing to do as hunger is usually the body\u2019s way of signaling that it needs nourishment. For overweight people though, who need to lose weight, one of the key ingredients in thieves oil <\/a>could have serious potential in terms of helping them shed the pounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lemon oil, a key ingredient in the concoction has long been understood to have the ability to make a person feel as though they are \u2018full\u2019. There is some confusion over what this sensation should actually feel like though, as society encourages binging to the point where no more food will actually fit. This isn\u2019t the feeling of \u2018fullness\u2019 we are referring to, that is called being gorged. If a person regularly partakes in gorging, it\u2019s unlikely that a little thieves oil will help them lose weight. For those serious about improving their health through weight loss though, thieves oil could potentially play a vital role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

7.     Home Cleaner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A lot of folks use thieves essential oil as a household cleaner, only in small amounts though, as that is all that’s required to make a significant difference. Fragrant<\/a>, aromatic, and environmentally friendly, thieves oil could be the natural replacement for all of those mixed up, half-empty bottles you keep stowed away beneath the sink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The use of thieves oil as a cleaner is pretty unlimited, with people finding it suitable to clean carpets with or to remove stains from clothes. The use of the oil has been regularly featured in magazines up and down the country, with instructions on how it can be used as a surface cleaner, a bathroom treatment, or as a way to remove any unwanted lingering odors from pets or spillages. Either by mixing the oil with a base of water and natural soap or by infusing it into a water spray, a homeowner can really freshen things up by thinking outside the box and switching from aerosols and sprays to thieves essential oil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

8.     Skin Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Antiseptic <\/a>properties make for excellent skincare products. The beauty industry distills and unpicks every ingredient known to man in the hunt for the ultimate skincare products. Consumers buy into the advertising campaigns and the painstakingly retouched and photoshopped images they use as their public face, but the use of essential oil like thieves oil could save them a lot of time and energy, whilst providing the best results they’ve ever experienced from a skincare product. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ingredients within thieves oil, a collection of other essential oils, contribute to a skincare solution that rivals the biggest names in the industry, both in terms of quality and value. In terms of value, it smashes it out of the park, and in terms of quality, regular users are in no doubt over which is the victor, stating that when it comes to skin, natural is always the best way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

9. Wound Healing and Pain Relief<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some studies show that thieves oil has the potential to limit the effect of pain, and promote healing in mice test subjects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2019 study shows that mice receiving a topical application of the chemical cinnamaldehyde, an extract of cinnamon, experienced enhanced wound healing. The mice also showed lower infection markers for the presence of bacteria in the wounds after treatment <\/a>with thieves oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another 2018 study shows that rats receiving a specialized salve containing eucalyptus oil experienced enhanced wound healing. A 2019 study also indicates the promise of the potential pain-relieving effects of eucalyptus oil. Research shows that inhaling vapor mixed with eucalyptus extract may help reduce pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The eucalyptus and cinnamon extracts found in thieves oil get healing benefit from the presence of polyphenols found in the fresh plant extract. Mix 10-drops of thieves oil with a teaspoon of extra-virgin coconut oil to form a salve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coat the cut or injury with the salve two to three times a day, and you should notice that healing time improves and lower levels of localized pain around the injury site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

10. Using Thieves Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of ways to use thieves oil. Creams and lotions are two popular methods of gaining benefit from the oil. There are various formulas with thieves oil infused into the moisturizing cream allowing for deep penetration into the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inhaling hot steam infused with thieves oil is another popular means of using the oil for natural therapy. Diffusing with thieves oil vaporizes the oil allowing your lungs to absorb the polyphenols<\/a>. Inhaling the medicated steam also helps with providing relief from the symptoms of respiratory congestion or other sinus issues affecting your well-being. If you don’t own a diffuser, then you can still benefit from the steam inhalation technique. Fill a Pyrex bowl with boiling water from a kettle. Add a few drops of thieves oil and place a towel over your head. Sit down and place your face over the bowl and breathe in the steam.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thieves oil also makes a great spray. Add 15 drops of the oil to one ounce of water and mix it in a spray bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

11. Balance Mood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have problems with maintaining a balanced state of mood, then thieves oil might offer you a solution to stabilize the situation. A small study in 2013 shows that the effects of inhaling rosemary oil<\/a> help to balance people’s moods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anecdotal evidence shows that diffusing with rosemary helps to provide a stimulating effect on the body. The inclusion of rosemary in the thieves oil blend offers a rounded characteristic to the oil and its impact on the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Subjects using rosemary will also experience high levels of vitality and energy. Therefore, the inclusion of rosemary oil in the thieves oil blend also helps to increase levels of well-being In the user. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rosemary oil also helps to increase cardiovascular performance and respiratory rate. As a result of the use of this oil, the user gets more oxygen to the muscular and nervous system. High levels of oxygen in the blood lead to better levels of cognitive performance and stable levels of mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

12. Risks for Using Thieves Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For most people, thieves oil is safe to use. However, there are a few people who might experience adverse reactions to using thieves oil. To check if you have any allergic <\/a>or adverse reaction to the oil, lend a few drops into some coconut oil.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply the oil to the inside of your wrist. Wait for a few minutes to see if an allergic reaction starts to occur on the skin. If you notice that they are red marks appearing around the area of the application, cease the use of oil immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you don’t notice anything occurring, you are not likely to have any adverse reaction to the oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clove and cinnamon or both potential irritants for your skin and the topical application of thieves oil might cause some redness, itching, or swelling in the localized area. If any of these conditions occur, then cease the use of the oil, and contact your doctor if the irritation persists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

13. Safety Precautions for Using Thieves Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Follow these guidelines to use thieves oil safely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n