Tea tree oil's anti-inflammatory and antibacterial qualities make it useful for earaches. Dilute a few drops in olive oil to make a gentle ear drop solution. One caution: pregnant women should avoid tea tree oil products, as the compound can be harmful to a developing embryo.

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