SC - camphor

[LrdRas]

In a message dated 1/25/98 9:09:50 PM Eastern Standard Time,
rsve60 at email.sps.mot.com writes:

<< What *is* camphor?  I thought it was a petroleum product.  How would
 they have produced it in the Middle Ages?  How else was it used in
 the Middle Ages?
 
 Stefan li Rous >>

What is camphor?

Camphor is a gum resin produced by the camphor tree.  The petroleum based
product you refer to is "Camphor Oil" .....a modern medicinal dating back to
the 19th century CE used to reduce the symptoms of upper respiratory distress
during cold and flu season especially on young children.  It is applied to the
chest area and the rising fumes make breathing easier.  It is oftentimes more
effective than others forms of medicine such as antihistamines.

Ras
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