Wintergreen Essential Oil

WINTERGREEN
Gaultheria procumbens

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Wintergreen oil is often referred to as Mother Nature’s aspirin. This herb predominantly found in North America. The Native Americans discovered its use and incorporated it in the treatment of muscle and joint pain. They often chewed the plants leaves when they had to run long distances as it helped increase their respiratory capacities so that they could endure the long and arduous journeys. Wintergreen essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties and is 40% stronger than an aspirin. According to Erica Leibert of Harvard University, Wintergreen essential oil contains natural salicylates very close in chemical structure of acetyl salicylic acid found in aspirin. The leaves contain methyl salicylate, which is a chemical compound that is similar to aspirin and cortisone.

 

Often used in healing balms, liniments and ointments for musculoskeletal issues including:

Arthritis / Arteriosclerosis 

Muscle Pain / Nerve Pain / Rheumatism

 

Topical Administration:

Mix 30 drops of essential oil into a 10 ml roll-on bottle with base carrier oil to the appropriate dilution in a or  and rub solution into absorb into body tissue.

 

Transdermal Administration:

Mix 5 drops with 1 cup of epsom salts, 1/4 cup of Himalayan Pink Salt and 1 cup of baking soda.  Add mixture to at least one gallon of hot water and soak feet for 20- 30 minutes.

Diffusion:

Provides relief for respiratory issues including chest congestion and breathing problems.

 

Pain Reliever: alleviates body, muscle and joint pain

Bloating: apply diluted solution of essential oil mixed to the soles of the feet or rub over the abdomen for topical use or mix with raw honey or pink salt before ingesting internally.

 

Hypertension: reduce high blood pressure

 

Vasodilator: Stimulates blood circulation around tissues and muscles.

Medical Properties:  

Analgesic

Anesthetic

Anticoagulant
Anti-Inflammatory

Antispasmodic
Antiseptic 

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