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The 15 Best Essential Oils for Colds 2021 (Plus Recipes)

Last updated on Mar 16, 2021 by Willow Beseda Leave a comment .

Best Essential Oils for Colds

Colds are viral infections that affect your nose and upper respiratory tract. While it is harmless most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and inconvenient (1).

It is also contagious, making it important to treat colds from the first sign of its symptoms. While most people will recover within seven to ten days, it is easily contagious.

It is important to take the necessary measures not just to protect yourself but to protect others as well.

Among others, one of the most promising solutions is the use of the best essential oils for colds. Keep on reading and I will share some of the essential oils to use, as well as a few recipes worth trying.

How to Treat a Common Cold

Before we talk about the top essential oils to use, let me give you some tips on how to get rid of colds quickly and effectively.

Prevention is better than cure, even when it comes to the treatment of colds. Wash your hands often for 20 seconds using soap and water. An alcohol-based sanitizer will be equally effective.

Maintain a safe distance from other people, especially those who are sick.

Staying hydrated and getting enough rest can also be effective.

You can also take over-the-counter cold medications, including pain relievers, decongestants, and antihistamines.

If things go out of hand, consult a doctor. Do this when symptoms last more than ten days and if you have a fever more than 101.3 degrees Fahrenheit. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Air Quality, Aromatherapy

The 18 Best Essential Oils for Weight Loss 2021 (Plus Recipes)

Last updated on Mar 16, 2021 by Willow Beseda Leave a comment .

Best Essential Oils for Weight Loss

When you mention weight loss, most people think about supplements or tea. It is rare for someone to think about essential oils.

Truth be told, there is a lack of scientific evidence supporting the direct relationship between weight loss and essential oils (1).

Nonetheless, certain essential oils can augment the things the effects of what you are doing to achieve weight loss, such as exercise and diet.

If you are looking for the best essential oils for weight loss, read on and I will share some products that are worth trying.

The Relationship Essential Oils and Weight Loss

I’ll be completely honest here. Essential oils alone will not help in weight loss.

Despite some claims, there should be more conclusive studies to prove the positive relationship between the two.

Nonetheless, this doesn’t mean that this article is useless or that I am lying!

Yes, you can still use essential oils for weight loss but in combination with other methods.

Essential oils can energize your workout routine, curb cravings, and enhance your diet plan, among others. With all these things, essential oils can be promising for weight loss.

The Right Way to Use Essential Oils When Losing Weight

One of the most effective is through using aromatherapy diffusers and humidifiers. When inhaled, the essential oil can help the brain to curb your cravings.

Topical application is also common, which must be done with a carrier oil. This can also be effective in reducing cellulite. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Aromatherapy

The 14 Best Essential Oils for Cold Sores 2021 (Plus Recipes)

Last updated on Mar 16, 2021 by Willow Beseda Leave a comment .

Essential Oils for Cold Sores

Cold sores are tiny blisters commonly caused by the herpes simplex virus. It is not only painful and itchy but also embarrassing!

If you have one cold sore, it will easily multiply. Hormonal changes, sunlight, stress, and other external factors can make things worse!

Looking for the natural way to treat cold sores?

Here, I will introduce you to the best essential oils for cold sores.

You will not only know what oil is best to use, but I will also give you some recipes to try!

What Are Cold Sores?

Also called fever blisters, cold sores are red and fluid-filled blisters that form near the mouth or around the face (1).

Although it is rare, cold sores can also appear inside the mouth, as well as on your nose and fingers.

Cold sores usually appear in patches or clusters that may persist for two weeks or more.

The main cause of cold sores is the herpes simplex virus, which spreads through person-to-person contact. The virus will enter your body through a break in your skin.

Cold sores will start as a tingling, burning, or itching spot. It can also be accompanied by fever and sore throat. It is also not uncommon to have swollen lymph nodes. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Aromatherapy

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