There are numerous essential oils for immunity. Essential oils have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. The oils are extracted from different parts of plants including the flowers, stems, leaves, bark, seeds, and buds.
A few commonly used essential oils for boosting the immune system are eucalyptus, peppermint, frankincense, and ginger.
Eucalyptus contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. All of these properties enhance immune function.
Peppermint has a menthol in it. Menthol has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Frankincense has boswellic acids that help support the immune system.
Ginger helps with the immune system because it contains anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties. The antiviral and antibacterial properties also help to protect the body from viruses and bacteria.
