For hundreds of years Rue plants have been used as homeopathic
medicine. By steam distillation from the plantthe essential oil is
extracted, and it has powerful anti-bacterial, antifungal, insecticidal,
and anti-arthritic properties.<>
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Here are 9 of its health benefits and uses:<>
Kills Bacteria<>
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The powerful antibacterial properties of rue essential oil
kill bacteria and prevent infections. In very mild concentrations you
should take it orally to kill bacteria such as salmonella.<>
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Heals Skin Problems<>
Due to fungus and bacteriarue essential oil treat skin issues,
disinfects the skin, and treats the swelling. Due to insect bites and
stingsit is also helpful in the case of inflammation.<>
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Treats Arthritis Pain<>
As it has a slightly numbing effect which will desensitize the
nerves to soothe the painyou can also use it in the case of arthritis
pain.<>
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Eliminates Fungal Growth<>
The strong anti-fungal properties of this essential all prevent
the growth of fungi and treat fungal infections like Athlete’s foot,
dermatitis, and even food poisoning.<>
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Works as a Sedative<>
Its neurotoxic nature acts as a sedative and lowers stress, anxiety, convulsions, and other nervous disturbances.<>
Anti-hysteric and Anti-epilepticIts sedative qualities numb the nerves and prevent epileptic and hysteric attacks.
An Antidote to Poison<>
Rue oil is actually poisonous, so it serves as a natural
antidote for other poisons and after the ingestion of poison leads to
vomiting. It is used in the case of insect bites, stings, narcotics, and
venomous snake bites.<>
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Improves Digestion<>
The strong antibacterial and sedative properties of rue essential oil help digestion and treat indigestion issues.<>
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Repels Insects<>
The natural insecticidal properties of this oil repel insect, so use it in vaporizers, burners, fumigants, or incense sticks.<>
Extra tip: Note that in the case of pregnancy it should be avoided, as it might cause some adverse effects.
