There are three essential oils that are great for cold and flu-like symptoms and they are peppermint, eucalyptus and oregano. Peppermint helps relieves headaches caused by congestion, Eucalyptus helps with decongestant and soothes respiratory problems and Oregano helps fights sinus infections.
Place:
5 drops of Peppermint oil
5 drops of Eucalyptus oil
5 drops of Oregano oil
into a diffuser's water reservoir to reduce germs and freshen the air.
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Steam in a 15-minute bath or shower helps by using the recipe above into the tub or onto a washcloth placed on the shower floor and breathe in deeply.
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For a stuffy nose you can inhale deeply straight from the bottle of oil (holding it about 1-2 inches away from your nose).
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Mix the essential oils with a carrier oil and apply on affected areas such as chest, sinuses, or back.
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Using the oils above - add a few drops of one or each oil to a handkerchief and inhale deeply.
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