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Any number of essential oils have been used medicinally for centuries. However, not all of them are suitable for internal use, nor should they be used undiluted on the skin.
Lavender oil is a great all around medicinal oil, it is gentle enough to be used with babies, children and the infirm. It is antiseptic, has a soothing scent, and promotes relaxation. Lavender can cause allergic reactions in some people so do be careful with it.
Tea tree oil is a current favourite and is again something that can be used by a wide variety of people. It is antiseptic, and used in the treatment of acne. This one has a strong scent and some people do not like it, also, like most oils, there are those who may be allergic to it, so use this carefully.
Clary Sage is an oil that should be diluted, but is in use for the treatment of depression and to relieve some of the symptoms of menopause. Like all oils, some people are allergic to this one so be careful in its use.
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How did native Americans use oil?
used the oil to make medicine and water proof canoes
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A medicine ball is called a medicine ball because it was originally used for medical purposes in ancient Greece. The ball was used in physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises, hence the name "medicine" ball.
Oregano oil as an herbal medicine is used most often for which of its properties?
antibiotic
What medicine was used in the 1700's?
They used herbs and called midwifes
What conditions is Aleve used for?
There are many conditions that the medicine known as Aleve is used for. The medicine called Aleve is used for conditions such as arthritis, migraines, and backaches.
What is mean by cod?
Cod refers to the fish oil, which is usually used as medicine for the heart.
Is fish oil used as storm oil?
No, because fish oil is medicine for health but only adults use it to make them be alive... im not sure if this is right:)
What kind of medicine did the ancient Greeks use in Homers The Iliad?
The medicine used in the times of Homer by the Greeks, according to the Iliad, were wine and olive oil.
What was the medicine called that was used in the 1970's for colic it had opium in it?
Paregoric
What is jojoba used for?
Although called an oil, it's actually a liquid plant waxand has been used in folk medicine for a number of ailments. Native Americans use jojoba oil for treating sores and bruises. Today, it's commonly used to treat acne, psoriasis, sunburn and chapped skin.Jul 12, 2015
What is the name for the tool that they used for oil?
One is called an oil drill.
What was the use of oil in the 1800s?
Oil was first found by Indian's, they found it on the tops of pond's, they called it "rock oi". They used it for medicine, which could cure common sicknesses. Soon people were drilling in to the ground to find this a amazing oil witch could be used for steam engines ,oil lamps, and much much more, this went on for two hundred years. And as we know now it is used to make gasoline for your car.
