BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY AND BLAST THOSE WINTER BUGS!

Every year, around this time, all it seems to take is a change in the weather and the bugs come calling. To be laid low with a sore throat, fever, chest infection or the sniffles is no fun at all. But did you know there are ways to effectively build the immune system and avoid the symptoms of seasonal cold and flu altogether? Let me explain.

First, it may help you to know why we’re more susceptible to catching bugs when the temperature takes a dip. A few popular theories include:

• During winter we tend to spend more time indoors and in contact with other people, which increases our chance of coming up against anything contagious (such as rhinovirus, coronavirus or influenza A and B).
• According to research, certain cold and flu viruses thrive and survive better in chillier, drier environments, and as a result, are able to infect more people.*
• Days are shorter this time of year, and lack of sunlight can lower our levels of vitamin D and melatonin, which may compromise our immune systems and decrease our ability to fight off viruses.

THE FIRST STEP TOWARD STAYING HEALTHY IS TO CHOOSE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Every part of your body, including your immune system, functions better when it is supported by healthy-living strategies such as no smoking, a diet high in fruit and vegetables, regular hydration and exercise, adequate sleep, good hygiene, sanitise your hands (or wash your hands frequently) and low stress. Supplement these measures with immune-boosting herbal help, and you should be well on your way to a happier, healthier you!




Some ‘winter wellness’ recipes, remedies and recommendations include:

At the first sign of a cough or sniffle, place 1 drop of Ginger (organic) and 1 drop of Peppermint (organic) on a chewable, high-dose Vitamin C tablet, chew well, and repeat up to 6 times daily. This will refresh your breath and stimulate your glandular system.

As an effective preventative, have a full bottle of Purify Hand Sanitiser Gel (organic),  Immune Plus (organic) or Child Care: Immune Plus (organic) (or the kids) on hand. These organic blends have been expertly formulated to support healthy immune functioning and may be especially helpful during winter when you want extra ammunition against common ills and chills. Suitable for diffusion, inhalation or bath - more information available by clicking the links.

A few more clinical blends based on time-tested prescriptions from our natural health care clinics include Baby Care: Nose & Chest (organic) and Chest Care Cream (organic) for children, and Breathe Easy (organic) and Sinus Clear (organic).


Plus, these individual essential oils are especially winter-friendly:

 

Lemon (organic): Vitamins, anti-viral, anti-oxidants, powerful anti-germ cleansing; stimulating, uplifting. Drink: 1 drop in 1 litre of water to fortify and cleanse, or 1 drop in 1 litre of hot water and honey for effective cold relief. Diffuse: 10 drops to uplift and kill airborne bugs. Wash: 1-2 drops on a soapy loofa to lift energy.

Eucalyptus (organic): Anti-oxidant, anti-germ, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, soothing, decongestant, expectorant, cleansing. Inhale: 1-2 drops on a cloth to deepen respiration and fortify defenses. 3-5 drops (or combine 2 drops with 2 drops Thyme and 1 drop Lavender Spike) in hot water to ease congestion. Diffuse: 5-10 drops (or combine 2-3 drops with 2-3 drops Lavender Spike, 1-2 drops Kanuka and 1-2 drops Thyme) for therapeutic respiratory and immune support. Chest Rub: 3-5 drops (or combine 1-2 drops with 1 drop Lavender Spike, 1 drop Kanuka and 1 drop Thyme) in 1tsp carrier oil, such as our Almond Oil (organic).

Lavender Spike (organic): Relaxing, anti-germ, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory. Bath: 3-5 drops for breathing and muscle relaxation. Chest Rub: 3-5 drops (or combine as above) in 1tsp carrier oil. Diffuse: 5-10 drops or combine as above. Inhale: 1-2 drops on a cloth to deepen respiration and aid relaxation. 3-5 drops (or combine as above) in hot water to ease congestion.

Kanuka (organic): Anti-oxidant, anti-viral, anti-germ, anti-inflammatory, cleansing, fortifying. Diffuse: 5-10 drops (or combine as above). Chest Rub: 3-5 drops (or combine as above) in 1 tsp carrier oil, such as our Almond Oil (organic).

Thyme Thymol (organic): Anti-oxidant, anti-viral, anti-germ, anti-inflammatory, calming, uplifting. Inhale: 1-3 drops (or combine as above) in hot water to ease congestion. Bath: 8 drops with 1 cup Epsom salt. Diffuse: 8 drops (or combine with 10 drops Eucalyptus) to purify the air and kill airborne germs. Chest Rub: 3-5 drops (or combine as above) in 1tsp carrier oil, such as our Almond Oil (organic).

For more information about any of our 100% natural, pure essential plant oil products, and how they can help you stay on top this winter, please contact us at Absolute Essential.

Medicinal-grade therapeutic plant oils must be 100% pure. At Absolute Essential we use certified organic or wild grown (sustainable) plants to produce our oils and all extraction processes are strictly controlled to produce the best quality oil with maximum purity and therapeutic value.

1: https://news.yale.edu/2015/01/05/cold-virus-replicates-better-cooler-temperatures