How to Support Your Respiratory System Naturally
Summer is just around the corner, and if you have seasonal allergies you are probably excited to say so long to spring. While spring is one of my favorite seasons, I completely understand the torment those with seasonal allergies go through because my daughter has them too. So, in this post I am sharing some effective ways you can clear your airways and support your respiratory system, naturally.
Integrating ESSENTIAL OILS
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Now, we all have our favorite oils that we reach for daily to address whatever health concern we might be faced with at the time – for my husband, it’s Deep Blue Rub, to soothe achy muscles. Copaiba is a part of my daughter’s bedtime ritual. When emotions are running high for my three year old, I always reach for Calmer to bring peace back to a moment of chaos. And, as for me, I cannot go without Adaptiv, Helichrysum, or Yarrow Pom.
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RESPIRATORY SUPPORT DIYs
+ Sinus Steamer: Add 1-2 drops of each oil to a mug of boiling water – oregano, lemon, peppermint, and tea tree. Cover your eyes and lean over the mug. Inhale deeply. Alternatively, you can use the following blend – 2 drops Copaiba, 1 drop Lemon, 3 drops tea tree, and 4 drops eucalyptus.
+ Homemade Cough Syrup: ½ cup raw or Manuka honey. Add 8 drops of each of the following essential oils – peppermint, lemon, lavender, and Frankincense. Add 3 drops of Clove and Wild Orange. And, 1 drop Cinnamon. Mix + take 1 teaspoon every three hours as needed. Store in an airtight container.
+ Shower Melt DIY: 1 cup baking soda, 25 drops Breathe Respiratory Blend, ¼ cup to 1/3 cup water. Combine baking soda and water in a small bowl + mix well. Add 25 drops of oil to mixture. Pack mixture into silicone molds and let set overnight. To use, place tab in shower away from direct flow of water. Store in an airtight container.
+ Respiratory Support Roller Blend: 10 drops Frankincense, 8 drops Douglas Fir, 8 drops Breathe, 5 drops Lime. Add oils to a 10 ml roller bottle. Top with carrier oil of choice and apply over the front and back of the lungs as needed.
+ Soothing Salve: ½ cup grapeseed oil, ½ cup FCO, 2 tablespoons beeswax, ½ teaspoon vitamin E oil, 5 drops of each of the following oils – Lavender, Cypress, Tea Tree, Frankincense and Eucalyptus. Melt beeswax in double broiler. Once melted and grapeseed, FCO + vitamin E oil. Once combined, set aside for 2-3 minutes. Add essential oils + stir well. Pour in an airtight container and allow to set for two hours. Apply to chest to help maintain feelings of clear airways.
Natural Products for Respiratory Support
I think it is safe to say that natural solutions, when used consistently, have the ability to improve your respiratory health and overall wellness. Are you looking for all natural support with another body system or health concern? Let me know in the comments and I will share a multi-faceted approach to improve your health.
