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Desperation Breeds Creativity 🎨

For the last week, I’ve been fighting a nasty sinus infection.

My nose was blocked.

My head was pounding. 🤯 

And everything just felt exhausting.

All I wanted was to breathe effortlessly.

But nothing worked.

No nose sprays. No meds. No nothing. 😭

Until… I remembered these eucalyptus crystals I randomly bought at a souk.

I never thought I’d actually use them.

But desperation breeds creativity. 👨‍🎨 

So I added a few crystals to boiling water and inhaled the steam.

Instant relief.

Finally!!

I was happy, but at the same time it also got me thinking:

How exactly did eucalyptus help me? 🤔 

And does it have other benefits?

Let's find out. 👇️ 

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Main Course

The Power of Eucalyptus 🌿 

What is eucalyptus?

Eucalyptus is a plant native to Australia and one of nature’s oldest and most powerful healers. 💊 

There are over 750 different species, growing as evergreen trees, shrubs, or mallees.

Where does it come from?

Its roots (literally) go back millions of years, to when Australia was still part of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana. 🌏️ 

The oldest known eucalyptus fossils (flowers, fruits, and leaves) date back 52 million years and were found in Patagonia.

What do people use it for?

Eucalyptus has been used globally for centuries as a natural remedy and household essential.

Today, you’ll find it in antiseptics, perfumes, cosmetics, dental care, flavorings, and even industrial solvents. 🛢️ 

What makes it so powerful?

Cineole (also called Eucalyptol).

It’s the main active compound in eucalyptus oil, and it’s packed with health properties that reduce inflammation, fight bacteria, and open up your airways. 🌬️ 

Does it offer other benefits?

Yep.

Eucalyptus has also been shown to

• help relieve cold symptoms 🤧 

• reduce pain 💊 

• freshen your breath 🌬️ 

• help fight herpes simplex virus 🥊 

• prevent infection and support wound healing 🩸 

• treat dry skin 🏼 

• reduce gum bleeding and plaque 🦷 

• promote relaxation 🧘‍♂️ 

👩‍🍳 Chef Tip: Grow your own eucalyptus plant - it’s like having an all-in-one tool at home (like apple cider vinegar).

But eucalyptus oil doesn’t only benefit you - it purifies the air, repels bugs, and even supports local wildlife.

But how exactly can you use it in daily life? 🤔

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Dessert

5 Surprising Ways to Use Eucalyptus ✅

By now you probably know that eucalyptus can help with many things.

But did you know you can use it for this too? 👇

🦟 Natural Mosquito Repellent

Use oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) to keep mosquitoes away.

It’s one of the few natural repellents proven to work as well as DEET.

💊 Pain Relief & Headache

Before reaching for pills, try inhaling diluted eucalyptus oil in hot water.

It can help relieve pain and ease tension headaches.

🍵 Soothing Herbal Tea

Brew a tea from dried eucalyptus leaves - great for cold symptoms, coughs, or clearing mucus.

Bonus: it smells like a spa day in a cup.

🐛 Lice Fighter

Mix eucalyptus and tea tree oil to help treat head lice naturally.

Just make sure to dilute before applying.

🏡 Natural Air Freshener

Hang fresh branches in the shower or use a diffuser with eucalyptus oil.

Instant spa vibes. 🌬️

My tip: Be careful!

Eucalyptus oil is powerful, and in high doses, toxic.

Never take it undiluted or in large amounts (even 5 ml can be dangerous). When in doubt, dilute more!

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Snacks

Dad Joke of the Week

A Deep Question

Who or what do you turn to when you feel lost, and does it bring you peace or just distraction?

A Friendly Reminder

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Takeaway  

You aren’t satisfied yet? 

Here are my Ingredients and Recommendations for you:

🎙️ Podcasts

• The Benefits of Eucalyptus (Dr. Eric Berg)

• Eucalyptus with Dave Dowling (The Gardener's Workshop)

📚️ Book

• The Power of Eucalyptus for Health & Healing (Jack Malloy)

📺️ Videos

• The beautiful bond between koala and eucalyptus tree (ABC iview)

• Eucalyptus in Wales? How This Farmer Made It Work (Flower Farm)

• Eucalyptus - The Tree That Chose Violence (The Backyard Naturalist)

• Eucalyptus Essential Oil Review (doTERRA)

📑 Articles

• 7 Impressive Benefits of Eucalyptus Leaves (Healthline.com)

• The health benefits of eucalyptus (MedicalNewsToday)

• Eucalyptus: Is It Good for You? (WebMD)

• The Benefits of Hanging Eucalyptus in the Shower (Martha Stewert)

• 9 Genius Ways Eucalyptus Oil Can Benefit Your Health (Prevention)

Thank you for being here 💝 

Looking forward to serving you next week.

Much love,

Benji