Match the oils to the purported therapeutic properties (click the link and enter the name in the search box for more information and citation of Sources)
Tea Tree
Peppermint
Lavender
German Chamomile
Bergamot
Eucalyptus
Ginger
Basil
Bacterial fungal and viral infections
Headaches, fever, nausea and fatigue
Minor burns, insomnia, pain relief, wound care
Anti inflammatory
Mild antidepressant and tonic
Respiratory infections
Nausea and anti inflammatory
Insect repellant and antiparasitic
Carriers, Herbs
Aloe vera
Arnica
Blackseed
Calendula
Echinacea
Evening primrose oil
Linseed
St Johns Wort
Resinoid
Myrhh
Frankincense (BMJ, not Boswellia Carterii and that from Somalia, still a good read and useful to illustrate literature search and how to interpret clinical trials)
"When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. (Matthew 2, 10-11, English Standard Version)"
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