Aromatherapy for Colds
Essential oils are some of the best
home cold remedies you can make
Lots of people use aromatherapy for colds, even if it's just a mentholated chest rub.
But essential oils have healing properties far beyond a mere decongestant.
Aromatherapy home cold remedies can relieve your aching muscles,
soothe your throbbing headache,
clear your stuffy nose, and give you a healthy boost of energy when you really need it.
Or help you sleep if your misery is keeping you awake.
Of course, it goes without saying that the most critical thing you need is REST!
Have a hot aromatherapy bath, then rub some
Lavender Bath and Body Oil on your
skin and go lie down.
Hot tea and chicken soup are also excellent home cold remedies - but you already know this...
Aromatherapy for Colds
Aromatherapy Tea for Sore Throat, Sniffles and Head Congestion
Try making this quick, easy tea to soothe your sore throat and help clear your stuffy nose.
- Fill a mug with boiling water.
- Add a splash of lemon juice (fresh squeezed is best) and a spoonful of honey.
- Add one drop peppermint essential oil and let sit for a minute before you drink it
(or the peppermint fumes will make your eyes water.)
Delicious aromatherapy for colds - germ-killing, immune-boosting and throat-soothing!
More Home Cold Remedies
Make Your Own Aromatherapy Inhaler
This is one of the handiest natural cold remedies you can make because you can take it to work (if you must go!) and use it whenever you need to take a breather.
Pour a teaspoon of coarse sea salt in a very small
dark glass or PET plastic bottle
and add 20 drops Eucalyptus essential oil.
To use, take three long, slow, deep breaths of the aroma, trying to inhale through your nose.
Take a short break, then take three more deep breaths. Do this up to three times.
Aromatherapy for Colds
The Dish on Commercial Vapor Rubs
In a nutshell - they're BAD for you!
Commercial chest rubs are usually made in a base of petroleum jelly (also commonly known as Vaseline)
which often contains cancer causing impurities.
In fact, petroleum jelly has been banned from use in cosmetics in Europe for that reason.
Here's a healthy, inexpensive alternative you can make yourself.
Aromatherapy Chest Rub Recipe for Coughs, Colds and Congestion
12 drops Eucalyptus essential oil
5 drops Peppermint essential oil
2 drops Cedar essential oil
1 drop Thyme essential oil
4 tablespoons (60ml) carrier oil of your choice
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a dark glass or PET plastic bottle
(I recommend using one with an oil or lotion dispenser cap so you don't accidentally pour it all over everything.)
- It's best to wait at least 24 hours after blending to let the chest rub 'cure' if you can.
Remember to keep the bottle in a cool, dark place.
Caution: Thyme essential oil may irritate sensitive skin, which is why it's at a low concentration.
If your skin is exceptionally sensitive, leave it out. Also, do not use eucalyptus if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy.
If you want to make a larger amount, depending on the size of the bottle, simply double or triple the recipe.
(Remember it tends to go rancid after about three months.)
Need Supplies?
You can find an excellent selection of essential oils
at Mountain Rose Herbs(organic and plain.) They also have some nice little
glass bottles for storing your aromatherapy recipes.
(Just remember to use dark glass - essential oils are light sensitive.)
Other Natural Cold Remedies
In addition to using aromatherapy for colds and flu, you can also help relieve symptoms and protect yourself against viruses by using herbal supplements.
Native Remedies carries some good
natural cold remedies.
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ImmunityPlus: for a stronger immune system.
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ComfiCoff: a natural remedy with herbal and homeopathic ingredients that provide quick, effective relief of congestion and phlegm.
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FluGo: a homeopathic remedy that temporarily relieves cough, runny nose, fever, sore throat and fatigue.
They also have some good natural children and infant cold remedies such as
Sniffly Sprinkles,
Congesto-K Kiddie Rub and
KiddieCool. Worth looking into!
What Next?
I hope all these recipes and remedies have got you inspired... to make some chicken soup... jump into a hot bath...
or share your own cold remedies. (I'm a fan of hot rum toddies myself!)
Click here to share your best cold remedy with sickies everywhere!
Or you could take a look at some of these related pages for more interesting facts and
recipes on aromatherapy for colds...
Cold-Killing Side Story (Not About Aromatherapy)
For anyone who's tired of being sick and tired, I just have to tell you this story...
In the early days of developing Easy Aromatherapy Recipes, I was also running a home-based daycare - which involves a lot of germs!
That first winter, I caught every single cold and flu the kids brought to my house. It was awful.
I'm a big baby when I'm sick, and I whined constantly to anyone who would listen...
... So my brother-in-law finally introduced me to a new supplement that actually worked!
My second winter, I caught (I kid you not!) NOTHING.
Not a cold, not the flu, not a single bug.
The supplement helps your body make a powerful antioxidant that boosts your energy, detoxifies your body and strengthens your immune system.
I have honestly never felt so healthy - not only my physical health, but my mental and emotional health as well.
If you're interested in learning more, click here to visit the MaxGXL website.
Antiviral Essential Oils
The best antiviral essential oils for fighting colds, flu and cold sores, plus recipes for using them every day.
Eucalyptus Epsom Salt Bath
Decongest and energize with this healing bath salt recipe, which breaks up congestion and eases achy muscles. Excellent aromatherapy for colds!
Soothing Lavender Aromatherapy Bath Oil
Make this soothing lavender aromatherapy bath oil recipe to break up congestion, help you sleep and ease your tired, achy muscles.
Aromatherapy Diffuser Recipes
Fill your space with soothing scents while also using aromatherapy for colds -
All the blends (except Sensual) have disinfectant and immune-strengthening properties. Enjoy and get well!
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Share YOUR Best Cold Remedy
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We 'natural' gals and guys know the value of a good home remedy,
and now's our chance to share our family recipes, nifty tips and secret tricks for surviving cold and flu season.
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No? How about a simple tip or trick that eases your miserable cold?
Or something that makes it all better for your little angel (kisses worked for my son when he was small)
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