L'essentiel à Jo

03/15/2026

03/15/2026

03/15/2026

Colistin, also known as polymyxin E, is an antibiotic medication used as a last-resort treatment for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative (e.g., P. aeruginosa) infections including pneumonia. It is associated with serious side effects including kidney problems, neurological issues, and muscle weakness.

Eucalyptus EO (species and composition not reported) had limited antibacterial activity but it worked synergistically with colistin, significantly enhancing bacterial killing. Mechanistically, EEO disrupted iron homeostasis, increased intracellular ferrous iron, and amplified oxidative stress, leading to membrane damage and bacterial death. In vivo models further confirmed improved survival, reduced bacterial load, and decreased inflammation with combination therapy, highlighting eucalyptus EO as a promising natural adjuvant strategy against resistant infections.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41707845/

03/15/2026

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03/02/2026

BONNE JOURNÉE 🌞

03/02/2026

Did you know one of the most stubborn bacteria linked to urinary tract infections and cystic fibrosis is Pseudomonas aeruginosa? This dark-pigment–producing microbe is incredibly resilient. It can withstand attacks from the body’s own defenses and often develops resistance to antibiotics—making infections difficult to treat and slow to resolve.

That’s why this research caught my attention. A study looked at seven essential oils—clove bud, cinnamon bark, davana, thyme, fennel, garlic, and palmarosa—to see how they performed against P. aeruginosa. The standout oils? Cinnamon, garlic, and thyme.

These three demonstrated significant activity against the bacteria, including drug-resistant strains. Even more compelling, they didn’t just inhibit growth—they reduced the bacteria’s virulence (its ability to cause harm) and made it more susceptible to antibiotics.

In other words, they helped weaken a very tough opponent. This highlights their potential role as supportive tools—especially when we’re facing microbes that are increasingly resistant to conventional therapies.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11782693/