Natural Allergy Relief

Never in my life have I suffered from allergies….until now! I have a milestone birthday in a few weeks, and with it has come a change in my body’s physiology and immune response to allergens. It took me a few weeks to figure out why my eyes were switching from dry and itchy to watery and itchy, and why I was starting to have nasal congestion or nasal drip. I’ve acquired seasonal allergies! With the weather in So Cal changing from hot to cold, windy and dry to dewy June gloom, it made complete sense.

There are 3 essential oils (in unison) that combat allergies, and offer relief without side effects that you would have if using an over the counter like Benadryl or something prescribed.

1. Peppermint: provides an increase in circulation and oxygen supply to the body, allowing relief of respiratory discomfort.

2. Lavender: a natural antihistamine with natural calming properties for the body internally and externally.

3. Lemon (from the rind, not the pulp): high in antioxidants-provides cleansing properties to the body’s systems, and offers respiratory relief.

How to use: Mix 2-3 drops of lavender & lemon with unrefined coconut oil and rub on the soles of your feet (absorbs into the blood stream the fastest there. You can also smell the open bottle of peppermint for respiratory relief. This will need to be repeated frequently.