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USING ESSENTIAL OILS TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM COLDS AND FLUHave you heard enough about Colds and Flu lately? Even if you have been fortunate enough to avoid them, it seems like we all know many who have not. The good news for us all is that there are at least 5 “POWERHOUSE” essential oils that research has proven to be effective in preventing and relieving symptoms from colds and flu. It is the chemistry of these essential oils that contributes significantly to its therapeutic properties (and safety considerations). These Powerhouse oils are listed below along with their key chemical components that work to protect us from colds and flu.Essential Oil Chemical Component Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)1,8 cineole Orange (Citrus sinensis)d-limonene Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)Linalol and Linalyl acetate Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)Terpinen-4-ol Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)alpha-pinene(Photo credits Aromatics International)Chemistry can be exciting to some and boring to others so I am happy to leave it at that. Just know that when an Aromatherapist works to blend essential oils from a therapeutic perspective, she needs to know how much of a particular chemical component is in that oil as well as in a specific batch of oil. This can only be done if she has the datasheets showing the percentages of these components in the oil. She is looking for a high percentage or a richness.Specifically, what do the Powerhouse oils do for you? Here’s a summary of proven Research:Chemical ComponentResearch 1,8 cineoleAirborne antimicrobialReduces virusesReduces congestion and coughingEases swellingCalms aches and painsd-limoneneActivates White Blood cellsImmune StimulantReduces Swelling, calms aches and painsLinalol(also spelled linalool)Immune supportCalming for sleepAirborne microbialReduces swellingAntispasmodic (could help with coughing)Calms aches and painsReduces anxietyLinalyl acetateImmune supportCalming for sleepAirborne antimicrobialReduces swellingAntispasmodic (could help with coughing)Calms aches and painsTerpenin-4-01Immune supportActivates white blood cellsReduces various viruses, bacteria and fungiReduces swellingCalms histamineCalms muscle spasmsAlpha-pineneReduces various viruses and bacteriaReduces swelling in sinusesCalms spasmsEases painSo, you can see from the research that there is a powerhouse of protection and relief for you and now you know why.How can you use these Powerhouse oils to protect you? You can:Diffuse them – make your home/office a germ free environmentUse an inhaler – your own personal diffuser to use anywhere and anytime Don’t forget your Hand Cleanser/Sanitizer – keep yourself germ freeBath Salts – for bedtime and a blissful sleepNeck and Chest rubs – to feel great The art of aromatherapy is blending these essential oils to best help you and your family. There are special safety considerations for children and especially those under 10 years old. It is best to avoid Eucalyptus with children. There are also considerations for pets. There are substitutions that can be made for those of you who are allergic to an essential oil. A certified Aromatherapist can help you to substitute essential oils if necessary and to answer other safety and therapeutic queries you may have.Below, I am sharing some tried and true recipes for you and your family. STAY WELL!!!!RECIPES TO PREVENT COLDS & FLU (or reduce symptoms if you do get sick)DAYTIME DIFFUSER BLEND FOR ADULTS3 drops Eucalyptus2 drops Tea Tree3 drops OrangeDAYTIME DIFFUSER BLEND FOR KIDS 5-12 years old1 drop Frankincense1 drop Lavender2 drops distilled LimeNIGHTIME DIFFUSER BLEND FOR ADULTS2 drops Lavender4 drops Frankincense2 drops OrangeNIGHTIME DIFFUSER BLEND FOR KIDS 5-12 years old1 drop Lavender2 drops Frankincense1 drop OrangeDAYTIME INHALER BLEND FOR ADULTS5 drops Eucalyptus5 drops Tea Tree5 drops OrangeDAYTIME INHALER BLEND FOR KIDS 5-12 years old – don’t share inhaler with friends please, its just for you2 drops Lavender1 drop Tea Tree3 drops OrangeNIGHTIME INHALER FOR ADULTS5 drops Lavender5 drops Frankincense5 drops Tea TreeNIGHTIME INHALER FOR KIDS 5-12 years old – don’t share inhaler with friends please, its just for you3 drops Lavender3 drops Orange HAND CLEANSER FOR ADULTS5 drops Lemon3 drops eucalyptus5 drops Tea Tree1 oz aloe vera gelHAND CLEANSER FOR KIDS 5-12 years old2 drops Lemon2 drops Tea Tree2 drops Lavender1 oz aloe vera gelNIGHTIME BATH SALT FOR ADULTS2 drops Lavender2 drops Frankincense2 oz pink Himalayan salts1 tablespoon castile soap or other carrier oil like jojoba2 oz jarNIGHTIME BATH SALT FOR KIDS 5-12 years old1 drop Lavender1 drop Frankincense2 oz pink Himalayan salts1 tablespoon castile soap or other carrier oil like jojoba2 oz glass jarDAYTIME CHEST & NECK RUB FOR ADULTS6 drops Eucalyptus4 drops Tea Tree5 drops Frankincense2 drops Lavender1 oz unscented lotionDAYTIME CHEST & NECK RUB FOR KIDS 5-12 years old1 drop Tea Tree1 drop Frankincense2 drops lavender2 drops Orange1 oz unscented lotionNIGHTIME CHEST & NECK RUB FOR ADULTS5 drops Sweet Marjoram6 drops Frankincense6 drops Lavender1 oz unscented lotionNIGHTIME CHEST & NECK RUB FOR KIDS 5-12 years old2 drops Frankincense2 drops Lavender2 drops Orange1 oz unscented lotion ................
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