Re: ^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

[Guest guest]

Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken

----- Original Message -----

From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

Cc: <mailto: >

Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

Cavet Emptor!

On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

> Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> From: tigerpaw2c <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> Reply-To:

<mailto: >

> <mailto: >

> Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti\

cle.aspx?id=25035>

>

> Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

>

> In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> contact.

>

> Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> spread of superbugs.

>

> Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> the research, said the findings could help save lives.

>

> He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> STG30,000 ($A76,628).

>

> " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> commercially viable.

>

>

>

>

> " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

>

> The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> deadly bacteria and fungi.

>

> Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> third was found to act over a longer period of time.

>

> This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> effective through a course of treatment.

>

> Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

>

> She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

>

> " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

>

> " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

>

> She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> as their application can cause skin irritation.

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

> FAIR USE NOTICE:

>

> This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not always

> been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such

> material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy, scientific,

> and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a 'fair use'

> of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US

> Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the

> material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have

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> research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

>

http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscod\

e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go

> beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright owner.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken

----- Original Message -----

From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

Cc: <mailto: >

Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

Cavet Emptor!

On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

> Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> From: tigerpaw2c <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> Reply-To:

<mailto: >

> <mailto: >

> Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti\

cle.aspx?id=25035>

>

> Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

>

> In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> contact.

>

> Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> spread of superbugs.

>

> Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> the research, said the findings could help save lives.

>

> He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> STG30,000 ($A76,628).

>

> " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> commercially viable.

>

>

>

>

> " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

>

> The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> deadly bacteria and fungi.

>

> Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> third was found to act over a longer period of time.

>

> This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> effective through a course of treatment.

>

> Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

>

> She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

>

> " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

>

> " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

>

> She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> as their application can cause skin irritation.

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

> FAIR USE NOTICE:

>

> This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not always

> been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such

> material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy, scientific,

> and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a 'fair use'

> of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US

> Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the

> material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have

> expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for

> research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

>

http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscod\

e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go

> beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright owner.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its well

know what can I say.

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...>

> Reply-

>

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

> references?

>

> ken

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> Cc: <mailto: >

> Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

>

> Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

> Cavet Emptor!

>

> On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

>

> > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > From: tigerpaw2c

> <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art\

i

> cle.aspx?id=25035>

> >

> > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> >

> > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> > contact.

> >

> > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> > spread of superbugs.

> >

> > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> >

> > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> >

> > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > commercially viable.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> >

> > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> >

> > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> >

> > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> > effective through a course of treatment.

> >

> > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> >

> > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> >

> > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> >

> > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> >

> > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > FAIR USE NOTICE:

> >

> > This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not

> always

> > been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making

> such

> > material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> > environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy,

> scientific,

> > and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a 'fair

> use'

> > of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of

> the US

> > Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the

> > material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have

> > expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for

> > research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

>

>http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/usco\

d

> e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> > copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go

> > beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright

> owner.

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its well

know what can I say.

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...>

> Reply-

>

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

> references?

>

> ken

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> Cc: <mailto: >

> Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

>

> Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

> Cavet Emptor!

>

> On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

>

> > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > From: tigerpaw2c

> <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art\

i

> cle.aspx?id=25035>

> >

> > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> >

> > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> > contact.

> >

> > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> > spread of superbugs.

> >

> > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> >

> > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> >

> > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > commercially viable.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> >

> > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> >

> > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> >

> > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> > effective through a course of treatment.

> >

> > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> >

> > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> >

> > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> >

> > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> >

> > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > FAIR USE NOTICE:

> >

> > This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not

> always

> > been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making

> such

> > material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> > environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy,

> scientific,

> > and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a 'fair

> use'

> > of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of

> the US

> > Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the

> > material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have

> > expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for

> > research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

>

>http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/usco\

d

> e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> > copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go

> > beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright

> owner.

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

A person very sick or very susceptible to odors is not likely to be " burned " but

irritated.

If the annoyance is an irritation felt by fewer than 5% of the population then

I'm believing the word " caustic " is an unworthy overstatement.

Unless we can properly describe our conditions without exaggeration we are

unlikely to gain the respect and help needed.

====================================

----- Original Message -----

From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

<mailto: >

Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 4:35 PM

Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its well

know what can I say.

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...<mailto:jkg4902@...>>

> Reply-To:

<mailto: >

> <mailto: >

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

> references?

>

> ken

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> Cc: <mailto: >

> Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

>

> Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

> Cavet Emptor!

>

> On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

>

> > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > From: tigerpaw2c

> <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art\

icle.aspx?id=25035><http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/a\

rti>

> cle.aspx?id=25035>

> >

> > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> >

> > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> > contact.

> >

> > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> > spread of superbugs.

> >

> > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> >

> > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> >

> > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > commercially viable.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> >

> > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> >

> > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> >

> > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> > effective through a course of treatment.

> >

> > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> >

> > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> >

> > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> >

> > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> >

> > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > FAIR USE NOTICE:

> >

> > This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not

> always

> > been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making

> such

> > material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> > environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy,

> scientific,

> > and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a 'fair

> use'

> > of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of

> the US

> > Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the

> > material on this site is distributed without profit to those who have

> > expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for

> > research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

>

>http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/usco\

de/17/107.shtml.><http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscod<http://www.law.cornell.edu/us\

cod>

> e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> > copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go

> > beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright

> owner.

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

A person very sick or very susceptible to odors is not likely to be " burned " but

irritated.

If the annoyance is an irritation felt by fewer than 5% of the population then

I'm believing the word " caustic " is an unworthy overstatement.

Unless we can properly describe our conditions without exaggeration we are

unlikely to gain the respect and help needed.

====================================

----- Original Message -----

From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

<mailto: >

Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 4:35 PM

Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its well

know what can I say.

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...<mailto:jkg4902@...>>

> Reply-To:

<mailto: >

> <mailto: >

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

> references?

>

> ken

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> Cc: <mailto: >

> Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

>

> Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is caustic.

> Cavet Emptor!

>

> On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

>

> > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > From: tigerpaw2c

> <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

>

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art\

icle.aspx?id=25035><http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/a\

rti>

> cle.aspx?id=25035>

> >

> > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to kill

> > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> >

> > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes of

> > contact.

> >

> > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in aromatic

> > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate the

> > spread of superbugs.

> >

> > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked on

> > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> >

> > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out a

> > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> >

> > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils

> > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > commercially viable.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings

> > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> >

> > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> >

> > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> >

> > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would be

> > effective through a course of treatment.

> >

> > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> >

> > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> >

> > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made

> > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> >

> > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single

> > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> >

> > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to help

> > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients

> > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

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[Guest guest]

....>>>Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken....>>

Ken I've used and still use 100% pure essential oils. They are very powerful

and should never be used undiluted externally; internally taking essential oils

is not recommended unless one is very familiar with the essential oil; the

manufacture and also distillation process. Even then one needs to know how many

drops are safe and how administered.

FYI, a few drops of 100% pure oregano oil will burn our mouth, even if diluted

in too little liquid. There are many companies selling oil of oregano in

capsules and liquid form. Some we purchase (and very expensive) are already

diluted; hence their directions for use without further dilution.

Rosie

[Guest guest]

....>>>Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken....>>

Ken I've used and still use 100% pure essential oils. They are very powerful

and should never be used undiluted externally; internally taking essential oils

is not recommended unless one is very familiar with the essential oil; the

manufacture and also distillation process. Even then one needs to know how many

drops are safe and how administered.

FYI, a few drops of 100% pure oregano oil will burn our mouth, even if diluted

in too little liquid. There are many companies selling oil of oregano in

capsules and liquid form. Some we purchase (and very expensive) are already

diluted; hence their directions for use without further dilution.

Rosie

[Guest guest]

Thank you Rosie,

You explained it well.... and I now understand..

Tea Tree Oil or Melaluca oil is irritating to sensitive skin but is used as a

good cleaning agent.

ken

----- Original Message -----

From: Healthier4All<mailto:Healthier4All@...>

<mailto: >

Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 8:31 PM

Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

...>>>Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken....>>

Ken I've used and still use 100% pure essential oils. They are very powerful

and should never be used undiluted externally; internally taking essential oils

is not recommended unless one is very familiar with the essential oil; the

manufacture and also distillation process. Even then one needs to know how many

drops are safe and how administered.

FYI, a few drops of 100% pure oregano oil will burn our mouth, even if diluted

in too little liquid. There are many companies selling oil of oregano in

capsules and liquid form. Some we purchase (and very expensive) are already

diluted; hence their directions for use without further dilution.

Rosie

[Guest guest]

Thank you Rosie,

You explained it well.... and I now understand..

Tea Tree Oil or Melaluca oil is irritating to sensitive skin but is used as a

good cleaning agent.

ken

----- Original Message -----

From: Healthier4All<mailto:Healthier4All@...>

<mailto: >

Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 8:31 PM

Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

...>>>Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there any

references?

ken....>>

Ken I've used and still use 100% pure essential oils. They are very powerful

and should never be used undiluted externally; internally taking essential oils

is not recommended unless one is very familiar with the essential oil; the

manufacture and also distillation process. Even then one needs to know how many

drops are safe and how administered.

FYI, a few drops of 100% pure oregano oil will burn our mouth, even if diluted

in too little liquid. There are many companies selling oil of oregano in

capsules and liquid form. Some we purchase (and very expensive) are already

diluted; hence their directions for use without further dilution.

Rosie

[Guest guest]

Well, then you complauin to the board certified naturopaths who reiterate

what I stated.....your source of *irritated* iws what?

BTW, do you sell aromatherapy?

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 18:24:12 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...>

> Reply-

>

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> A person very sick or very susceptible to odors is not likely to be

> " burned " but irritated.

>

> If the annoyance is an irritation felt by fewer than 5% of the population

> then I'm believing the word " caustic " is an unworthy overstatement.

>

> Unless we can properly describe our conditions without exaggeration we

> are unlikely to gain the respect and help needed.

>

> ====================================

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> <mailto: >

> Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 4:35 PM

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its

> well

> know what can I say.

>

> On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

>

> > Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> > From: kengib . <jkg4902@...<mailto:jkg4902@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there

> any

> > references?

> >

> > ken

> >

> >

> > ----- Original Message -----

> > From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> > tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> > Cc:

> <mailto: >

> > Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> > Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

> >

> > Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is

> caustic.

> > Cavet Emptor!

> >

> > On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

> >

> > > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > > From: tigerpaw2c

> > <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > > Reply-To:

> > <mailto: >

> > > To:

> > <mailto: >

> > > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > >

> > >

> > > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

> >

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art

>

icle.aspx?id=25035><http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/a

> rti>

> > cle.aspx?id=25035>

> > >

> > > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to

> kill

> > > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> > >

> > > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes

> of

> > > contact.

> > >

> > > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in

> aromatic

> > > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate

> the

> > > spread of superbugs.

> > >

> > > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked

> on

> > > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> > >

> > > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out

> a

> > > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> > >

> > > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential

> oils

> > > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > > commercially viable.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our

> findings

> > > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> > >

> > > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> > >

> > > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> > >

> > > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would

> be

> > > effective through a course of treatment.

> > >

> > > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> > >

> > > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> > >

> > > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are

> made

> > > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> > >

> > > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of

> single

> > > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> > >

> > > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to

> help

> > > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for

> patients

> > > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > FAIR USE NOTICE:

> > >

> > > This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not

> > always

> > > been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are

> making

> > such

> > > material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> > > environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy,

> > scientific,

> > > and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a

> 'fair

> > use'

> > > of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107

> of

> > the US

> > > Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107,

> the

> > > material on this site is distributed without profit to those who

> have

> > > expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information

> for

> > > research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

> >

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>

de/17/107.shtml.><http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscod<http://www.law.cornell.edu/us

> cod>

> > e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> > > copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that

> go

> > > beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright

> > owner.

> > >

> > >

> > >

[Guest guest]

Well, then you complauin to the board certified naturopaths who reiterate

what I stated.....your source of *irritated* iws what?

BTW, do you sell aromatherapy?

On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

> Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 18:24:12 -0500

> From: kengib . <jkg4902@...>

> Reply-

>

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

> A person very sick or very susceptible to odors is not likely to be

> " burned " but irritated.

>

> If the annoyance is an irritation felt by fewer than 5% of the population

> then I'm believing the word " caustic " is an unworthy overstatement.

>

> Unless we can properly describe our conditions without exaggeration we

> are unlikely to gain the respect and help needed.

>

> ====================================

>

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> <mailto: >

> Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 4:35 PM

> Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

>

>

>

>

>

> Caustic as in can burn. CHeck with your aromatherapy *person*? Its

> well

> know what can I say.

>

> On Wed, 22 Dec 2004, kengib . wrote:

>

> > Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 06:06:40 -0500

> > From: kengib . <jkg4902@...<mailto:jkg4902@...>>

> > Reply-To:

> <mailto: >

> > To:

> <mailto: >

> > Subject: Re: []^ Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> > Caustic meaning what? Dangerous? If such is the thought are there

> any

> > references?

> >

> > ken

> >

> >

> > ----- Original Message -----

> > From: Angel MCS<mailto:jap2bemc@...>

> > tigerpaw2c<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>

> > Cc:

> <mailto: >

> > Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2004 6:17 PM

> > Subject: Re: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > Always look at industry citing more uses their products!

> >

> > Hell, even oil of oregano is a good antibacterial...but it is

> caustic.

> > Cavet Emptor!

> >

> > On Tue, 21 Dec 2004, tigerpaw2c wrote:

> >

> > > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2004 23:10:07 -0000

> > > From: tigerpaw2c

> > <tigerpaw2C@...<mailto:tigerpaw2C@...>>

> > > Reply-To:

> > <mailto: >

> > > To:

> > <mailto: >

> > > Subject: [] Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > >

> > >

> > > Aromatherapy oils may kill superbugs

> > > 05:40 AEDT Wed Dec 22 2004

> >

>http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=25035<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/art

>

icle.aspx?id=25035><http://news.ninemsn.com.au/arti<http://news.ninemsn.com.au/a

> rti>

> > cle.aspx?id=25035>

> > >

> > > Essential oils normally used in aromatherapy could be used to

> kill

> > > deadly MRSA bacteria, scientists said.

> > >

> > > In tests carried out at the University of Manchester, three

> > > essential oils killed MRSA and e coli bacteria within two minutes

> of

> > > contact.

> > >

> > > Researchers believe the oils - chemical compounds found in

> aromatic

> > > plants - could be blended into soaps and shampoos to eradicate

> the

> > > spread of superbugs.

> > >

> > > Warn, from the University's faculty of medicine, who worked

> on

> > > the research, said the findings could help save lives.

> > >

> > > He said: " We believe that our discovery could revolutionise the

> > > fight to combat MRSA and other superbugs but we need to carry out

> a

> > > trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding, around

> > > STG30,000 ($A76,628).

> > >

> > > " We are having problems finding this funding because essential

> oils

> > > cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug

> > > companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as

> > > commercially viable.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > " Obviously we find this very frustrating as we believe our

> findings

> > > could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives. "

> > >

> > > The researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most

> > > deadly bacteria and fungi.

> > >

> > > Two of the oils killed MRSA and e coli almost instantly, while a

> > > third was found to act over a longer period of time.

> > >

> > > This means that any soaps made by blending the three oils would

> be

> > > effective through a course of treatment.

> > >

> > > Jacqui Stringer, clinical leader of complementary therapies at

> > > Christie Hospital in Manchester, instigated the oils research.

> > >

> > > She said: " Our research shows a very practical application which

> > > could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients.

> > >

> > > " The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are

> made

> > > up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and

> > > other superbug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

> > >

> > > " The problem with current treatments is that they are made of

> single

> > > compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so

> > > treatment is only successful in around 50 per cent of cases. "

> > >

> > > She added: " While a wide range of products currently exist to

> help

> > > prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for

> patients

> > > as their application can cause skin irritation.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > FAIR USE NOTICE:

> > >

> > > This site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not

> > always

> > > been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are

> making

> > such

> > > material available in our efforts to advance understanding of

> > > environmental, political, human rights, economic, democracy,

> > scientific,

> > > and social justice issues, etc. We believe this constitutes a

> 'fair

> > use'

> > > of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107

> of

> > the US

> > > Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107,

> the

> > > material on this site is distributed without profit to those who

> have

> > > expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information

> for

> > > research and educational purposes. For more information go to:

> >

>http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/107.shtml.<http://www.law.cornell.edu/usco

>

de/17/107.shtml.><http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscod<http://www.law.cornell.edu/us

> cod>

> > e/17/107.shtml.> If you wish to use

> > > copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that

> go

> > > beyond 'fair use', you must obtain permission from the copyright

> > owner.

> > >

> > >

> > >