{"id":27637,"date":"2015-12-10T06:47:40","date_gmt":"2015-12-10T06:47:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theindianspot.com\/?p=27637"},"modified":"2016-08-05T09:02:12","modified_gmt":"2016-08-05T09:02:12","slug":"essential-oils-to-effectively-prevent-relieve-cold-cough-congestion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theindianspot.com\/essential-oils-to-effectively-prevent-relieve-cold-cough-congestion\/","title":{"rendered":"USE ESSENTIAL OILS TO EFFECTIVELY PREVENT & RELIEVE COUGH & COLD"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s that time of the year again where viruses, colds, and sore throats emerge. Essential oils are a great aid in fighting illness, allergies & building immune system. If you are already sick they can help you get better faster. Essential oils are very versatile & can be used many different ways allowing each person to figure out the best method for them.<\/p>\n

\"USEToday I\u2019ll share with you a few amazing Essential oils for cold and sore throat that can get you through the colder months of the year. These small all-natural miracles can help you cure and prevent a nasty cold, sore throat, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion in no time.<\/p>\n

EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eucalyptus essential oils is great for congestion, clogged noses & respiratory issue, it has a great clean cooling scent that pairs well with other essential oils or can be used alone. It is best for most to use eucalyptus in carrier oils and it works amazingly in a lot of DIY vapour rubs<\/a><\/span>. Eucalyptus essential oil is\u00a0anti bacterial, anti fungal, astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic , analgesic \u00a0& has\u00a0expectorant properties.<\/p>\n

TEA TREE OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tea tree oil has been hailed as a medicine cabinet in a bottle and it really is truly amazing! The\u00a0antiseptic &\u00a0antimicrobial properties of tea tree oil make it a number 1 on my list of over all favourite essential oils and a number 1 for fighting illness (I use teatree oil for a lot of purposes!). Tea tree oil is great combined in a carrier oil.<\/p>\n

LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Has anti-inflammatory properties that helps with sinus pain and headaches related to cold and also relieves cough! Lavender essential oil pairs well with other essential oils and is milder & relaxing. Lavender essential oil is analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, sedative, antiseptic & antispasmodic. It is great used in a carrier oil as a chest rub & rubbed on feet.<\/p>\n

PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Peppermint it is great for nausea while sick, colds & cough & for getting rid of headaches from allergies & sinus infection while being cooling & soothing & for some not as strong as eucalyptus. Peppermint essential oil\u00a0 is analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, sedative, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, expectorant,\u00a0antispasmodic, astringent & expectorant.<\/p>\n

HOW TO USE THESE ESSENTIAL OILS<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

APPLYING DIRECTLY ON SKIN<\/strong><\/p>\n

For cold and cough you can apply the oil in strokes to the back, right next to the spine. The skin absorbs the oil quickly as essential oils naturally penetrate the cell wall and work inside the cell. You could also put a drop or two of oil on a warm washcloth and then place the washcloth on your chest to help ease chest colds. Alternatively you could try rubbing some oil directly on your chest or back to fight a cold or a virus.<\/p>\n

COLD AIR ESSENTIAL OIL DIFFUSER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cold air essential oil diffuser can be used to diffuse the oil into the air and breathe it in. This method is especially effective because smelling is our most direct sense, sending the oil directly to the amygdala, the part of the brain where the seat of emotions is located. Breathing the oil into your sinuses and lungs can help prevent or alleviate the mucus buildup from a cold or a cough. Cold air diffusers also protect the oil quality, unlike heat, which can damage the oil and make it less effective.<\/p>\n

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\"cold-essential-oil\"<\/a>DIY AROMATHERAPY TISSUES\u00a0<\/strong>Carefully open one side of the tissue box and sprinkle a few drops of essential oil on each flap or sides of the cardboard. Tape box back together and repeat on the other side. Every time you pull a tissue out, it’ll be infused with scents that will help you clear stuffy nose and clogged sinuses.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

GARGLING<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gargling can be used to soothe the inflammation of throat due to frequent coughing. Add 1 to 2 drops of pure EO to half a glass lukewarm water and gargle for a few minutes. Do not swallow the mixture after gargling.<\/p>\n

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