The day after Christmas, my husband developed a flu-like ailment that started like a cold and quickly settled in his lungs. His cough was tight, painful and persistent. His coughing came in fitful spasms, and he was really uncomfortable. Once again, essential oils to the rescue!
1. First step: taking capsules of Young Living's highly anti-microbial Thieves blend three times a day (about 6 drops in an empty gelcap, after meals).
2. Next, I had him rub a couple of drops of Melaleuca Quinquinervia (also known as Naiouli) on his chest. Naiouli is a potent respiratory aid oil with strong decongestant properties--a good choice for treating head and chest colds.
3. I then put hyssop oil in the cold air diffuser in the room where he was resting. Hyssop is listed in the British Herbal Pharmacoepia as a specific treatment for bronchitis and the common cold. Used since ancient days to bring respiratory relief, Hyssop is considered one of the strongest anti-viral essential oils. (Note: individuals with seizure disorders should avoid using this oil.)
4. Finally, I was inspired to add to the diffuser a few drops of Young Living's Egyptian Gold blend--a beautiful combination of frankincense, lavender, Idaho balsam fir, myrrh, spikenard, hyssop, cedarwood, rose, and cinnamon essential oils. All soothing, healing, antimicrobial oils.
We are both pleased to report that as of yesterday--4 days after he first started sniffling--he's out and about, feeling good, and even felt good enough to repair a leak under the kitchen sink this afternoon!
With so many cautions now for over-the-counter cold medications. it's great to know there are natural, safe ways to help when colds and flu strike.
As always, if you are pregnant, nursing, or under a physician's care, please consult with your medical care providers before using essential oils. And always, always, always use therapeutic grade essential oils if you want safe, therapeutic results! My choice? Young Living, the world leader in essential oils.
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