Camphor Oil: A Home Remedy for Coughs, Colds and Muscle Pain

Camphor laurel (Cinnamomum camphora) is sold as an essential oil, often labelled camphor oil, and is used as a home remedy for inflammation, muscle pain, coughs and congestion. Noted for its strong odour, camphor has long had a wide range of uses in traditional medicine. Now modern science is beginning to unravel the secrets of this intriguing substance. Read More