It's that time of year again! Colds and the flu are sweeping through schools, daycares and work places. The cooler weather makes you more vulnerable to viruses because these viruses thrive in cool, dry areas. We break out our humidifier to help keep moisture in the air to not only assist in preventing colds and the flu, but to help our keep our nasal passages from drying out (I know I'm not the only one that is prone to nosebleeds in the winter). We also add a few drops of eucalyptus or peppermint oil to the humidifier's reservoir to reduce germs and it also acts as an air freshener!
Here's a few of our go-to essential oils for colds:
Peppermint
Eucalyptus
Oregano
These oils are great for helping to combat the flu:
Tea Tree Oil
Eucalyptus Oil
Lemon Oil
Lavender Oil
A steamy bath or shower helps, too. Drip about 10 drops of essential oil into the tub or onto a washcloth placed on the shower floor and breathe in deeply. Nothing makes me feel better than a nice soak with a good book in a steamy hot bubble bath - I could also easily live in a bath tub and the hubby has threatened to set a timer to kick me out.
Essential oils have more than one purpose. While they are great for medicinal uses, I also use essential oils to scent candles and soap, make multiple cleaning supplies, and lots of other things!
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