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Place a few camphor balls or tablets near the windows, closet, drawers and doors. This spread the strong smells and kept the mosquitoes away.

Health experts have cautioned that using Naphthalene balls otherwise known as camphor could expose children to the yellowish coloration disease jaundice. Naphthalene balls, also known as moth balls or ...

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Camphor, also known as Kapur, is an essential part of Indian cuisine and Ayurveda. Edible Camphor is widely used for its health enriching properties and benefits. Camphor, also known as Kapur has been ...

Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) is a terpene (organic compound) that’s commonly used in creams, ointments, and lotions. Camphor oil is the oil extracted from the wood of camphor trees and processed by ...

Camphor, a traditional ingredient in South Asian desserts, offers a unique cooling flavor and cultural significance. While safe in small, food-grade amounts, caution is advised as excessive ...

Health experts have cautioned that using Naphthalene balls otherwise known as camphor could expose children to the yellowish coloration disease jaundice. Naphthalene balls, also known as moth balls or ...