A couple of weeks ago, my immune system decided it was going to take its own holiday. And it sucked! This usually happens to me only once a year during the spring. So with me having more time at home since my office was on holiday hours, I decided to go natural! Instead of me loading up on over the counter meds, I hopped on Pinterest and researched natural remedies. Other than continually blowing my nose until it was red raw, I loaded up on lemons, teas and essential oils. The top three: thieves, frankincense, and eucalyptus. Thieves worked wonders on my achingly raw throat. I mixed no more than 10 drops of this oil with honey and water. Mix these three together in a (preferred) glass spray bottle and spray towards the back of your throat. When you think of frankincense, you think Gift of the Magi. Without the gold and myrrh, though, frankincense essential oil was simply used to rub on my feet. Why? The oil needs to absorb through your pores. According to organicaromas.com, one of the benefits for the oil is that it's "a respiratory illness reduced. Frankincense essential oil can ease symptoms of bronchial and sinus infections by clearing the airways in the body." Side note: NEVER ingest the oil. Eucalyptus steam bowls and showers were my favorite. Warm water, about 12-15 drops of this lovely aroma, and I just enclosed myself in the steam. The bowl for five minutes and the shower for however long it took me to get clean. For the the bath or shower, make sure you close the door and allow the steam to completely take over the room. The oil is a powerful remedy for sinus congestion and controls coughing. It is also what most vapor rubs contain. So that's why they smell so good! The supporting cast for my get better naturally adventure includes: honey, lemon, Buda Juice's No 11 and Zen Ginger Shot (always drink plenty of liquids), and a tea remedy I found called Spicy Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic. I started feeling better after about nine days. Be patient with your natural remedies and stay persistent. Grab your favorite oversized knit "feel better sweater" and get lots of rest!
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