How to use essential oils for immunity support
The cold and flu season is back again with viral infections as well. This is definitely the time to take more effort in taking care of our health and of our little ones. Essential oils have been around for many centuries and each of them have many benefits. You may notice that as you like a particular scent, it may help you to sleep better or even help to relieve your flu.
Essential oils are powerful when they are blended together as it brings together the benefits and makes it a powerhouse blend. In this blog post, we are looking at blends that helps to fight off those nasty viruses, bacteria and microbes that may be a threat to your body.
What you need to know about essential oils?
The first thing is that while we are using an essential oil blend to improve our immunity, you need to know that it wont stop you from falling sick. But you can be assured that as you use it frequently, it will make you fall sick less often and allows you to have a quick recovery. That is how essential oils works and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness.These are all great essential oils for immune support to incorporate into your daily life to keep the body strong.
Peppermint- great in supporting the liver, digestive tract, and respiratory system.
Lemon- is a powerful antioxidant. This oil is great to detox the body. The d-limonene aids in boosting the body’s natural defenses.
Frankincense– helps build and maintain a healthy immune system, and promotes cellular health.
Oregano– this oil is known for its cleansing properties, and is used to support the body’s natural defenses.
Rosemary -it has anti-septic properties and improves immune system
These are also some of the ingredients found in our essential oil blend, Immune Boom which also has cleansing properties and boosts immune system.
Ways that you can use essential oils for immunity support
- Gargling- you can mix some essential oils with water and gargle as this can help with mouth wounds or ulcers.
- Inhaling- you can add 1 or 2 drops in a tub of hot water and sit over it with a towel over your head. Breathe in through your nose and mouth.
- Diffuser- add the essential oils in your diffuser and the device will work its magic. You may use a few drops of the same oil or a blend of different ones.
- Bath- you may add a few drops of the essential oil into your bath.
Essential oil recipes for immunity support
The best way to boost your immune system is to blend together a few essential oils for maximum benefits. Here are a few recipes to get you started:
- Air purifying room spray- 120ml water, 10 drops each of Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary & Lemon
- Cold and flu diffuser- 5 drops each of Cypress, Lavender and Juniper berry
- Immune diffuser- 2 drops Clove bud, 2 drops Lemon, 1 drop Cinammon bark, 1 drop Eucalyptus, 1 drop Rosemary or 7 drops of Germ Fighter(Plant Therapy) / Thieves oil(Young Living)
- Immune boosting tea- 2 drops Lemon, 1 drop Peppermint, 1 tsp honey in a cup of hot water and drink before bedtime
- Immunity support bottle blend – 10 drops Rosewood, 5 drops of Sandalwood and 2 drops of Ravensara and Lavender with carrier oil in a 10ml roll-on bottle
Whether you have a cold, feel under the weather or simply want to improve your immune system, these essential oils allow for a natural approach. You can improve your immune system, fight specific illnesses and maintain your wellbeing, all with a few drops of great smelling oils. Hope this blogpost helps those who are looking for ways to improve your immunity. Take care and remember to hydrate yourselves as well!