Remedies for a Persistent Cough

Cold and flu season is already hitting hard with people all around us "sharing" various viruses via a nagging, persistent cough.

  
This is often the worst symptom, a stubborn cough can hang on for weeks!  Of course there's little time to lay in bed with with a good movie, so what's a persistent cougher to do?  Here's a few remedies that can help!

Most of us know that a warm liquid like tea, sweetened with honey and infused with lemon is a time proven remedy right? Here's a more modern version...

Remedy #1

1.  Pour hot water into a mug and add 2 drops of Shield Protective Blend.  

2.  Add 1 drop of Lemon EO for flavor and additional anti-bacterial properties.

3.  Add a teaspoon of honey to help soothe the tickle in your throat.

Shield tea with honey and lemon is a gentle, soothing remedy but sometimes, you gotta bring out the big guns to get the job done! Persistent coughs call for extra vigilance and consistent EO use.

Remedy #2
Surprise, surprise!  Lime essential oil acts as a cough suppressant, it's excellent to use at night when you need your sleep.

Add 2 drops to a glass of water before bedtime.

Remedy #3
2 drops Eucalyptus and 2 drops of fractionated coconut oil for a nice evenly spread blend, massage on the bottom of both feet.  

Add 2 drops Rosemary to the blend for stubborn mucous.



At night, massage feet with 2 drops of Lavender mixed with a carrier oil or your favorite sleep blend for a restful sleep.  When you're feeling better, make a jar of Dreamy Sleep Salve...this is what works for me!

Chest Rubs in Coconut Oil

(apply every 2 hours with coconut oil)

1)  1 drop ea. Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Melaleuca

2)  1 drop ea. Eucalyptus, Clove, Lemon
3)  2 drops Respire, 1 drop Lime

4)  2 drops Myrrh (to reduce mucous)

Gargle Recipe
1 drop of Oregano

1 drop Lemon

1 drop Peppermint

Gargle in a tablespoon of water for 1 to 2 minutes and swallow, do this as needed.

Diffuse Respire or Eucalyptus.

 ...and of course, wash your hands often!


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