HerbHealtH is all about attaining good health via natural & herbal ways. Today, people are well aware of the fact that Herbal alternatives are safe, gentle and work in harmony with the body system as compared to pharmaceutical medicines. The new mantra today is to go natural, as everything around us is too polluted with chemicals and synthetic stuff. The more we use things from Nature's bounty the better it is for our overall health. Let's go back to our roots, by opening up our Grandma's treasure chest box & use what Nature has given us in plenty.

Showing posts with label Benefits of Camphor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Benefits of Camphor. Show all posts

Monday, October 24, 2011

Benefits of Camphor

Camphor is an aromatic compound derived from the plant Cinnamonum camphora, found widely grown in Asia.This evergreen tree is a native to rainforests of subtropical Japan, China and East Asia. 
It was introduced in India as an ornamental plant; in South India, it was grown as a source of camphor and also cultivated in Dehra Dun, Saharanpur and Calcutta. It is useful against cough & cold, bronchitis, inflammation, rheumatism, muscle aches and sprains. 
Camphor essential oil is also very helpful on cold sores, heart and blood circulation disorders. Its strong scent is believed to be toxic to insects and is used by the folk people as Repellent! They burn camphor in the closed rooms to get rid of flies and insects. 


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