Uncle Harry's Breathing Mix
Synergy of Protection from Airborne Bacteria, Mold, Spores, and Viruses
The astonishing antiseptic power of aromatic essential oils is being revealed through scientific research. Such research has been conducted in Europe for over fifty years because European doctors have realized that natural essential oils have greater antiseptic properties than synthetic phenol, which has served as the reference for measuring such action. In particular, Dr. Jean Valnet, a French doctor, has written a book in French that details original research findings demonstrating the valid use of essential oils for health.
The following information has been summarized from the English translation of his book (The Practice of Aromaterapy, Jean Valnet, M.D., Destiny Books, New York, p.33-38).
Aromatic essences have naturally occurring constituents that have remarkable antiseptic properties in the following order of decreasing potency: phenols, aldehydes, terpenes, alcohols, esters and acids. A French researcher named Cavel studied meat stock cultured in septic tank water. He and subsequent researchers have found the following minimal dosage of various essences impede the development of microbial cultures:
Essence Dose (in milligrams) that impedes microbial development per 1000cc Thyme 0.7 Oregano 1.0 Sweet Orange 1.2 Lemongrass 1.6 Chinese Cinnamon 1.7 Rose 1.8 Clove 2.0 Eucalyptus 2.25 Peppermint 2.5 Rosemary 4.3 Lavender 5.0 Lemon 7.0
In comparison, the impeding quantity of synthetic phenol in identical conditions, was 5.6 per thousand.
The most active essential oils that are bactericidal, fungicidal, and effective against airborne spores are: oregano, cinnamon, clove, and thyme. A further list of active oils in second position are: eucalyptus, pine, niaouli, lemon, lemongrass, peppermint, and rosemary.Professor Griffon, the Director of the French Police Toxicology Laboratory, studied the antiseptic effect of a blend of natural oils for air purification made of: pine, thyme, peppermint, rosemary, clove and cinnamon. His results were published in 1963.
He measured the concentration of microbes and spores at different levels from the floor by letting them settle on Petri dishes over a 24 hour period. He found the following concentrations in the Petri dishes: 210 colonies of microscopic flora, of which 12 were moulds and 8 staphylococci. He proceeded to spray an aerosol blend of natural oils in the ambient air. He made the following notes: 15 minutes after spraying, the number of microbial colonies had diminished to 62, of which 8 were mould and 6 staphylococci; 30 minutes after spraying, 14 colonies of microbes remained of which 4 were mold and no staphylococci; more than 30 minutes after spraying, all the mould and all the staphylococci were destroyed and only four microbial colonies out of the 210 original remained. Professor Griffon concluded that “the atmospheric dispersion of the prepared liquid” effectively disinfected the air.
Another researcher, named Dr. Bidault, similarly recognized the disinfectant value of certain oil blends in the prevention of infectious childhood diseases (whooping cough, nasal catarrh, influenza,); and for adults, acute ailments of the respiratory tract (influenza, tuberculosis, and pneumonia). His clinical observations proved that the disinfection of the air surrounding a patient has a therapeutic preventative effect.
Some interesting statistics concerning pathogenic accumulations follow: in one cubic meter of the forest of Fontainbleau, there are 5 microbial colonies,; 20,000 in a Paris apartment; 9 million in department stores; a work table has 5 million per square meter; a carpet 9 million; in a large hospital on average there are 10,000 per cubic meter. A doctor collected hospital air in a flask containing a few drops of aromatic essences: 40% of the microbes were destroyed in 20 minutes, 80% in an hour, and 100% in 9 hours.
Uncle Harry’s has carefully studied the results of European researchers and has formulated an effective aromatherapy blend of pure and natural essential oils for use as a preventive or healing agent that may help colds, flu, respiratory problems, and other related ailments.
Uncle Harry’s Breathing Mix formulation can be used for nasal congestion. Use it in the following way: roll a small piece of cotton or soft tissue into a ball and place one or two drops of the Breathing Mix on it, then place this small ball into one of the nostrils and another one in the hole of one ear. This will tremendously help clear sinuses and earaches. Further it will act to protect the nasal passages and the ears from getting cold infections when there is a risk of contracting them from others that may be in close proximity such as in public places like offices, sickrooms, schools, airplanes, etc. The Breathing Mix blend acts as a shield to protect you from airborne bacteria or even transfer bacteria by touch.
You can diffuse the Breathing Mix blend in an Aroma lamp diffuser, by a spray bottle aerosol, or a nebulizer. This will eliminate airborne bacteria, spores and mold. You can also spray surfaces such as bathrooms, walls, rugs, musty closets and cellars, moldy areas, and foul smelling places. Use it in steam rooms and anywhere that may compromise your breathing or pose a risk of infectious air.
Today there are viruses and exotic bacterial infections that are potential risks. Uncle Harry’s Breathing Mix can serve as an indispensable part of your natural aides for prevention and relief.