EASE NASAL CONGESTION WITH ESSENTIAL OILS - A Guide

Whether it’s winter or summer, spring or monsoon, cold & cough can infect you anytime, anywhere. So why not try something a little more natural this year instead of using those over-the-counter medications? There are several essential oils available that, without the addition of pharmaceutical chemical components, can considerably lessen cold and flu symptoms.

• EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL -
  Koalas mostly eat eucalyptus trees in their native Australia. It has previously been employed as an antiseptic to eradicate bacteria. Aboriginal traditional medicine employed oil to treat fungal infections and wounds. Eucalyptus teas were also employed to lower fevers. Cineole, an antibacterial that eliminates the germs that might result in foul breath, is abundant in eucalyptus oil. To reduce congestion, eucalyptus ointments are often applied to the chest and nose. Many people inhale eucalyptus steam to treat bronchitis, coughing, and the flu since eucalyptus oil helps loosen phlegm.
  
  
• TEA TREE OIL -
  Its decongestant and expectorant properties make Tea Tree Essential Oil beneficial for reducing or relieving respiratory issues such as coughs, colds, and the flu. It does this by loosening phlegm and mucus in the nose and throat to facilitate their elimination.
  
  
• ORANGE ESSENTIAL OIL -
  Blended in massage oil or added to a bath, wild orange assists with colds and flu, eliminates toxins from the body, boosts the lymphatic and immune systems, and helps ease nervous tension and stress. Use in massage for its refreshing, yet calming, properties.
  
  
• LIME ESSENTIAL OIL -
  A dull or worn-out mind and spirit are revitalized and revived by lime. When feeling afraid or indifferent and unable to engage with the day ahead or life in general, it can be helpful to gently activate. A revitalizing oil to diffuse to clean and energize the air throughout the cold and flu season is also a fantastic option for dishwashing liquid and household cleaning mixes.
  
  
• SPEARMINT ESSENTIAL OIL -
  Used in aromatherapy, Spearmint Oil is said to help reduce nasal congestion caused by the excessive buildup of phlegm and mucus in the nose and throat, thereby promoting easier breathing. It has revitalizing, energy-inducing action on the body by working to enhance mood and concentration, and by energizing the skin. Its fresh, restorative fragrance helps to uplift the mood and comfort emotional stress. 

Thanks,
Happy Health!