What a Johns Hopkins Laboratory Study Says About Essential Oils & Lyme Disease

 With tick season here, many families are spending more time outdoors enjoying nature, hiking, gardening, and traveling. It’s also a good time to become more aware of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and the ongoing research surrounding prevention and wellness support.

Recently, I came across an interesting laboratory study from Johns Hopkins University that explored how certain essential oils affected dormant Lyme disease bacteria in a lab setting. The study specifically looked at bacteria that enters a dormant state and survives lethal doses of antibiotics. This type of bacteria is  more difficult to eliminate.

Researchers found that several essential oils showed strong activity during laboratory testing, including:

🌿 Garlic
🌿 Thyme
🌿 Cinnamon Bark
🌿 Myrrh

The researchers emphasized that this was a laboratory study, not a human clinical trial, and that more research is still needed before any conclusions can be made about treatment in people. Still, it’s encouraging to see growing scientific interest in plant-based compounds and natural wellness research.

I personally enjoy learning about the connection between nature and science and how researchers continue exploring the potential properties found in plants, herbs, and essential oils.

Of course, essential oils should always be used safely and responsibly. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease, and anyone with health concerns should speak with a qualified healthcare professional.

You can read the full Johns Hopkins article here:
https://hub.jhu.edu/2018/12/04/lyme-disease-treatment-essential-oils/

As always, one of the best approaches during tick season is prevention:

✔️ Check for ticks after being outdoors
✔️ Wear protective clothing in wooded areas
✔️ Use safe tick prevention methods for your family and pets
✔️ Stay informed and aware