Mother Nature has been particularly kind to the cuddly Australian Koala. The Koala, not actually a bear as most think. Still, a tree-dwelling marsupial closely related to the kangaroo makes a steady diet of the Eucalyptus Tree leaves. For any other animal, these leaves would be poisonous. But for the Koala, Mother Nature has provided it with microbes in its system to break down the poisons. That means the Koala can diet on Eucalyptus and nap in the trees – two things it does throughout most of the day – and never worry about side effects.
Mother Nature has been pretty good to her human offspring as well when it comes to Eucalyptus. The oil of these tall evergreen trees has a range of antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. In fact, many of today’s over-the-counter medicines, especially those for treating to treat coughs and cold, contain eucalyptus,
Eucalyptus oil also is very beneficial in treating muscle pain. Organic Facts writes that massaging eucalyptus oil on the skin's surface helps to relieve stress and pain among those suffering from rheumatism, lumbago, sprained ligaments and tendons, stiff muscles, aches, fibrosis, and even nerve pain. The site says that the oil should be massaged in a circular motion on the body's affected areas.
Medical News Todayreferences, a study in the American Journal of Medicine and Rehabilitation in which Eucalyptamint, an OTC preparation with the generic name methyl salicylate topical used to treat strains sprains, arthritis, bruising, and backache was applied on the anterior forearm skin of 10 subjects. The study concluded that “Eucalyptamint produced significant physiologic responses that may be beneficial for pain relief/and or useful to athletes as a passive form of warm-up.”
A BIOTONE favorite ingredient
Because of its analgesic properties, Eucalyptus Oil is a very desirable ingredient for several BIOTONE muscle and joint pain relieving massage products, including Muscle & Joint Relief Therapeutic Massage Creme, which is on sale this week.
BIOTONE Muscle & Joint Relief Therapeutic Massage Creme utilizes naturally healing ingredients to provide the ultimate massage to relieve sore joints and aching muscles. It features Glucosamine, a groundbreaking ingredient associated with joint pain relief and healthy tissue and joints.
In addition to Glucosamine and Eucalyptus Oil, BIOTONE Muscle & Joint Relief Therapeutic Massage Creme includes the natural botanicals of Boswellia, Devil’s Claw, and Lemon Bioflavonoids, all known to help reduce inflammation and increase mobility. The product also features Arnica, which aids in skin circulation and bruising.
BIOTONE Muscle & Joint Relief Therapeutic Massage Creme provides a gentle drag and smooth glide with a moisturized, non-greasy finish. It has extended workability for an all-over body massage.
For clients suffering from joint and muscle pain, you’ll want to consider BIOTONE Muscle & Joint Relief Therapeutic Massage Creme. They’ll understand pretty quickly why Eucalyptus Oil is not just for cuddly koalas.