The Best Remedies for the COLD and FLU Season
Turn that frown upside down and get to feeling better-Quick =)
It's almost February and the weather is still moist and cold outside. Cold and Flu season is still in full effect. If you are like me, I would bet that you or a family member has been sick this season with the cold or flu. I am happy to share some great tips on how to beat or atleast cut down that cold/flu in half the time.
Last week I had an extremely nasty sinus infection, which prevented me from doing any of my normal activities. I wondered how long I would be laying on the couch with a huge box of tissues by my side. I wanted to go grocery shopping and go out to eat with my family, but, my nose wouldn't stop running. My head ached with constant pressure and my sinuses were screaming at me. I got my butt off the couch and decided to search the internet for a cure. I knocked that nasty little sinus infection out in 3-1/2 days. Amen!
Here are some tips (and I hope you never have to use them), but, if you do.....here it goes:
Apple Cider Vinegar Drink
Add 1/4 cup of organic apple cider vinegar to 2 cups of water. This next part, I cannot stress enough......CHUG, CHUG, CHUG! This is not the most appetizing concoction, but it works....trust me! You must do this 2 times a day. It is most efficient when taken at the first sign of a cold, but, it is worth it. It is extremely sour and very vinegary so please drink as fast as you can.
You can buy organic apple cider vinegar at any health food store, some grocery stores carry organic also.
Sea Breeze Farms sells it for only $2.55 for 16 oz. http://www.seabreezed.com/shippableitems_detail.php?id=368
Check this out:
Organic apple cider vinegar INTERNAL BENEFITS:
Rich in enzymes & potassium
Naturally support a healthy immune system
Helps control weight
Promotes digestion & ph Balance
Helps soothe dry throats
Helps remove body sludge toxins
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The Neti Pot
I highly recommend using Sinu Cleanse Neti Pot when your sinuses have gone haywire. I picked up this little pot at Walgreens for only $19.99 and it came with the pot and 100 refill packets (the starter kit set).
The Neti Pot was invented by Dr. Diane Heatley who is an ear, nose and throat doc. You are basically nasal washing and it helps to clear your nasal passages. Oh wow! I cannot tell you how amazing this was for me during my dire time of need. The inside of my nose felt swollen and closed off and I was either congested or my nose was dripping like a leaky faucet. After using this pot, I could actually breathe through both nostrils for 2 hours. Which was great because you can nasal wash every two hours.
There is a lot of great information about Sinu Cleanse on their website ...including a $2 off coupon and an instructional video. http://www.sinucleanse.com/product/starter.htm
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Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea
Everytime my family is sick we always use Raw Beauty's Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea. This bath tea is made up of all natural ingredients, including botanicals and essential oils. Sinus Relief Essential Oil Blend is a combination of Camphor, Eucalyptus, Menthol and Rosemary. Opens up your nasal passages and gives you that warm, minty, soothing feeling.
Here are my two favorite ways to use the bath tea.
1. Bath time!! This jar comes with a re-usable, silver mesh tea ball that you fill with the bath tea. Toss it into the bath and breathe in the essential oils. I like to relax for a bit and let the botanicals soak in the warm bath water. Then I take a wet wash cloth (that was in the tub water) and put it on my back and then on my chest. Finally I will place it in my cupped hands, right in front of my nose and mouth and inhale deeply. WOW, does this really help you breathe better and feel better.
2. Take with me!! Because this jar is a whopping 12 ounces, you will have plenty extra for more relief. I like to take the lid off and put this jar on my night stand at night or nap time. The power of the essential oils really fill up the room and help you relax and breathe better while you sleep.
I also do this in the car and in front of the TV. This jar has helped me and my family make it through many sick days and nights.
Get your own 12 oz Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea at www.raw-beauty.com for only $24.99. Free Shipping on orders that total $50 and up.
http://www.raw-beauty.com/shopping/proddetail.asp?prod=%23BESR400
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Mighty Leaf- Organic Mint Tea
Ok, so, I am an avid tea junkie and honestly this tea can be used for times other than being sick. But, when you ARE sick, this tea really makes you feel much better. I love that it is organic and it is bio degradable...a big plus! If you are congested, coughing, sore throat or feeling down in the dumps...this tea makes you feel are warm, relieved and comfy inside.
Manuka Honey
My momma always knew how to take care of us kids when we were sick. When we would have a sore throat mixed with a bad cough, she would give us a warm drink that would soothe our throats and really help stop the coughing.
SIMPLE Lemon & Honey Drink
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tbs honey
Add ingredients to a mug, then fill with water. Heat in microwave until warm enough to dissolve honey. SIP and feel better!
My favorite honey is Manuka Honey.
Here's why:
Therapeutic Uses:
• Digestive care - helps relieve stomach ulcer symptoms - helicobacter pylori - aid sensitive digestion - maintain a healthy intestinal bacteria balance.
• Soothing for sore throats.
• Aids oral hygiene as it inhibits acid production and could help prevent cavities developing in teeth.
• Enhances general health - high levels of antioxidants.
Enhanced Antibacterial Qualities:
• Has both the hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property common to most honeys and a very high level of the more powerful UMF antibacterial property.
• In laboratory tests UMF has been shown to be effective against a wide range of bacteria including helicobacter pylori (this bacteria causes most stomach ulcers), and wound-infecting bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus, e.coli, MRSA
• UMF Manuka Honey is the preferred honey when selecting honey for therapeutic uses. The name UMF guarantees the presence of this very special antibacterial property.
• SummerGlow UMF16 Manuka Honey has been specially tested and selected for its very high antibacterial activity - top quality UMF16.
High activity 100% pure honey. 500g (1lb 1.6 oz) for $38
http://www.manukahoney.com/cgi-bin/store/agora.cgi?p_id=00001&xm=on&ppinc=search2
It's almost February and the weather is still moist and cold outside. Cold and Flu season is still in full effect. If you are like me, I would bet that you or a family member has been sick this season with the cold or flu. I am happy to share some great tips on how to beat or atleast cut down that cold/flu in half the time.
Last week I had an extremely nasty sinus infection, which prevented me from doing any of my normal activities. I wondered how long I would be laying on the couch with a huge box of tissues by my side. I wanted to go grocery shopping and go out to eat with my family, but, my nose wouldn't stop running. My head ached with constant pressure and my sinuses were screaming at me. I got my butt off the couch and decided to search the internet for a cure. I knocked that nasty little sinus infection out in 3-1/2 days. Amen!
Here are some tips (and I hope you never have to use them), but, if you do.....here it goes:
Apple Cider Vinegar Drink
Add 1/4 cup of organic apple cider vinegar to 2 cups of water. This next part, I cannot stress enough......CHUG, CHUG, CHUG! This is not the most appetizing concoction, but it works....trust me! You must do this 2 times a day. It is most efficient when taken at the first sign of a cold, but, it is worth it. It is extremely sour and very vinegary so please drink as fast as you can.
You can buy organic apple cider vinegar at any health food store, some grocery stores carry organic also.
Sea Breeze Farms sells it for only $2.55 for 16 oz. http://www.seabreezed.com/shippableitems_detail.php?id=368
Check this out:
Organic apple cider vinegar INTERNAL BENEFITS:
Rich in enzymes & potassium
Naturally support a healthy immune system
Helps control weight
Promotes digestion & ph Balance
Helps soothe dry throats
Helps remove body sludge toxins
__________________________________________________
The Neti PotI highly recommend using Sinu Cleanse Neti Pot when your sinuses have gone haywire. I picked up this little pot at Walgreens for only $19.99 and it came with the pot and 100 refill packets (the starter kit set).
The Neti Pot was invented by Dr. Diane Heatley who is an ear, nose and throat doc. You are basically nasal washing and it helps to clear your nasal passages. Oh wow! I cannot tell you how amazing this was for me during my dire time of need. The inside of my nose felt swollen and closed off and I was either congested or my nose was dripping like a leaky faucet. After using this pot, I could actually breathe through both nostrils for 2 hours. Which was great because you can nasal wash every two hours.
There is a lot of great information about Sinu Cleanse on their website ...including a $2 off coupon and an instructional video. http://www.sinucleanse.com/product/starter.htm
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea
Everytime my family is sick we always use Raw Beauty's Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea. This bath tea is made up of all natural ingredients, including botanicals and essential oils. Sinus Relief Essential Oil Blend is a combination of Camphor, Eucalyptus, Menthol and Rosemary. Opens up your nasal passages and gives you that warm, minty, soothing feeling.
Here are my two favorite ways to use the bath tea.
1. Bath time!! This jar comes with a re-usable, silver mesh tea ball that you fill with the bath tea. Toss it into the bath and breathe in the essential oils. I like to relax for a bit and let the botanicals soak in the warm bath water. Then I take a wet wash cloth (that was in the tub water) and put it on my back and then on my chest. Finally I will place it in my cupped hands, right in front of my nose and mouth and inhale deeply. WOW, does this really help you breathe better and feel better.
2. Take with me!! Because this jar is a whopping 12 ounces, you will have plenty extra for more relief. I like to take the lid off and put this jar on my night stand at night or nap time. The power of the essential oils really fill up the room and help you relax and breathe better while you sleep.
I also do this in the car and in front of the TV. This jar has helped me and my family make it through many sick days and nights.
Get your own 12 oz Botanical Elements: Sinus Relief Bath Tea at www.raw-beauty.com for only $24.99. Free Shipping on orders that total $50 and up.
http://www.raw-beauty.com/shopping/proddetail.asp?prod=%23BESR400
_______________________________________________________________
Mighty Leaf- Organic Mint Tea
Ok, so, I am an avid tea junkie and honestly this tea can be used for times other than being sick. But, when you ARE sick, this tea really makes you feel much better. I love that it is organic and it is bio degradable...a big plus! If you are congested, coughing, sore throat or feeling down in the dumps...this tea makes you feel are warm, relieved and comfy inside.
Organic Mint Melange herbal tea, renews and refreshes with the finest organic peppermint loose leaf leaves from the lush
Peppermint promotes healthy digestion and aids in soothing indigestion. Get a dose of aromatherapy too, as the scent promotes calm and quiet.
Ingredients
Organic peppermint (HELLO, what is better than simple, honest, organic ingredients??)
15 cello tea packages for $9.95
________________________________________________________Manuka Honey
My momma always knew how to take care of us kids when we were sick. When we would have a sore throat mixed with a bad cough, she would give us a warm drink that would soothe our throats and really help stop the coughing.
SIMPLE Lemon & Honey Drink
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tbs honey
Add ingredients to a mug, then fill with water. Heat in microwave until warm enough to dissolve honey. SIP and feel better!
My favorite honey is Manuka Honey.
Here's why:
Therapeutic Uses:
• Digestive care - helps relieve stomach ulcer symptoms - helicobacter pylori - aid sensitive digestion - maintain a healthy intestinal bacteria balance.
• Soothing for sore throats.
• Aids oral hygiene as it inhibits acid production and could help prevent cavities developing in teeth.
• Enhances general health - high levels of antioxidants.
Enhanced Antibacterial Qualities:
• Has both the hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property common to most honeys and a very high level of the more powerful UMF antibacterial property.
• In laboratory tests UMF has been shown to be effective against a wide range of bacteria including helicobacter pylori (this bacteria causes most stomach ulcers), and wound-infecting bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus, e.coli, MRSA
• UMF Manuka Honey is the preferred honey when selecting honey for therapeutic uses. The name UMF guarantees the presence of this very special antibacterial property.
• SummerGlow UMF16 Manuka Honey has been specially tested and selected for its very high antibacterial activity - top quality UMF16.
High activity 100% pure honey. 500g (1lb 1.6 oz) for $38
http://www.manukahoney.com/cgi-bin/store/agora.cgi?p_id=00001&xm=on&ppinc=search2
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