Eucalyptus and allergy attacks

Eucalyptus is believed to be the great medicinal plant because of its decongestant, antispasmodic, antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Therefore, it is used in the preparation of various medicinal drugs. You can use eucalyptus to treat many allergic problems such as asthma, breathing problems, colds, coughs and sore throats. Eucalyptus also encourages easy breathing without any problem as it open up the air passage and thereby increases the oxygen intake into the cells.  

Eucalyptus is used to prepare many medicines such as lozenges, cough syrups, rubs and vapor bathes. Most of the experts in herbal medicine advise to use the fresh leaves of eucalyptus to prepare tea to treat sore throats caused by allergies. You can also use these fresh leaves to gargle to treat sore throat. Eucalyptus oil is very effective in destroying and preventing the dust mites, which are the major triggers of asthmatic and allergy attacks. Spraying of eucalyptus spray around the house and using oil in the laundry is a best idea to reduce these allergens.

Even though, the eucalyptus has many medicinal values, the pollen of this eucalyptus tree acts as an allergen and creates many health problems such as skin disorders, breathing problem, and eye irritation. In some case, it also causes vocal cord dysfunction.