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Even with warmer weather approaching (we hope) we are still not out of the woods with regards to flu season. Although this is surprising to most, the flu epidemic can often stretch into spring, which looks to be the case this year.

Geographic location also plays a role… the flu hits the hardest around February in the Northern Hemisphere and September in the Southern.

So, for those who have manage to avoid the flu throughout the winter and thought they were home free– think again!

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* 5 drops Lavender
* 5 drops Eucalyptus
* 5 drops Rosemary

add to 1 oz. Base Oil like sweet Almond; shake well, add 1/2 teaspoon to a warm bath

This could also be a massage oil

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Here is a recipe for the common cold using Eucalyptus:

Use the following oils in a hot bath. Lie back and inhale deeply:

* Thyme 2 drops
* Tea Tree 2 drops
* Eucalyptus 1 drop
* Lemon 3 drops

For the steam inhalation method, use one drop each of the following: Thyme, Tea Tree, Lavender, and Clove.

Carry with you a tissue on which you have placed one drop each of Thyme, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, and Clove, and inhale deeply whenever possible.

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As the holidays are upon us and Stress levels are rising, so are the chances of contracting a cold or virus. Increased stressors related to the holidays, amplified by added exposure to illness caused by seasonal travel, as well as being pulled in many directions with added celebration obligations — can all lead to a temporary weakening of the Immune System.

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If you begin to feel any symptoms, crush (crushing releases an enzyme to help with digestion. If you have the time, also wait five to 15 minutes, to further enhance the effect of the enzyme) two Cloves of Garlic and chop into the size of small aspirin. Then swallow with water. Do this up to three times a day if you can for several days and hopefully, your symptoms will go away!

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According to the EPA, this spray mixture is an effective way to kill MRSA. No need to rinse.

In a four ounce spray bottle mix:

* 3 ounces isopropyl alcohol
* 1 ounce Witch Hazel (to tone down the isopropyl a bit for all skin types)
* 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract or two or three drops of essential oil.

Daily Aromatherapy Tip brought to you by AromaThyme

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Colds and the flu or influenza are similar in many ways, yet the flu can sometimes lead to more serious problems, such as pneumonia. Colds and flu are the most common and communicable and spread easily between people. They are more likely to strike when a person’s Immune System is low. The common cold is an acute (short-term) viral infection of the upper respiratory tract.

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It’s that time of the year when those of you who live in the Northern Hemisphere will be starting to see the early signs of winter. For some of you this can mean periods of misery, not just from unpleasant weather but from colds, sniffles and flu’s.

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Please follow appropriate safety warnings. Many of the most effective oils are truly not safe for use on the skin and would do better in a nebulizing Diffuser. Also, please remember that all essential oils have some antibacterial/ antimicrobial effect, so oils may be chosen for other reasons and still be effective.

As with any information presented on this page, please use all proper precautions in using these powerful aromatic essences, and consult a medical practitioner when in doubt. We are in no way responsible for misuse of the information presented herein.

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Ginger helps stimulate a therapeutic Sweat. Studies also show that it helps fight against bacterial infections that may develop as a result of the viral infection. Lemon juice does the same thing, warding off secondary bacterial infections and giving a whopping amount of Vitamin C. Apple cider (and apple cider vinegar), is extremely rich in minerals and has been employed since ancient times for this reason.

Step One

* One cup of peeled, chopped and minced fresh Ginger
* 10 cups of water

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