Aromatherapy Functions in Chinese Medicine Dispels Pathogens; Fights Infection, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Anti-microbial: slow healing wounds, burns, bruises, cuts, fungal infections, candida, inflammations, catarrh, respiratory infections (dilates bronchi and eases mucus), congestion, coughs; aches, pains, strains. Calms the Spirit; Normalizes the Yi/Intention; Clears Thinking; Relieves Tension; Aids Emotional Control. Lowers Blood Pressure. Expels Worms: roundworms in the intestines.