By Elizabeth Hall

Homeopathic And Organic Remedies to Keep Common Aliments at Bay

Ever heard the old adage, an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Well, with these simple but effective natural remedies, you will learn how to heal and relieve common aliments that affect children and adults alike.

A sore throat is usually indicative of more problems to come, such as colds and flues. Powdered slippery-elm bark mixed with hot water acts as a natural cough suppressant and soothes the throat. Eucalyptus and menthol, present in many cough drops and syrups, offer similar results. For natural alternative to these average drugstore remedies, simply rub the menthol and eucalyptus oils on the chest.

For fever reduction, drink plenty of fluids and consider a simple tepid water bath with vinegar. Homeopathic remedies such as belladonna and aconite, a form of vitamin C work wonders to helping the body’s own immune system kick in and fight off the illness. The vapors of essential oils such as bergamot and chamomile also help to reduce fevers when added to a warm compress and applied to the forehead or chest.

Nasal congestion and runny noses often occur as a result of cold or allergies. Avoid over the counter decongestants and try a more holistic approach with humidifiers and homemade saline nasal rinses. Humidifiers aid in adding moisture to the air, and a few drops of rosemary and lavender to the water helps you breath easier. Also, a bath made with fresh rosemary and chamomile will almost instantly start clearing out the sinuses.

Children get ear infections all the time. And as many parents know, it always happens in the middle of the night. Natural, olive-oil based drops, combined with herbs such as willow or garlic help sooth the pain of the ear infection so your child can go back to sleep. These ingredients are also highly antibacterial in addition to being pain relieving, thus proving to be more effective than antibiotics.

While all of these suggestions offer a natural way to heal the body, prevention is always the key. A healthy diet rich in vitamins and nutrients, coupled with a daily multivitamin and adequate rest are the first and most important steps towards healthy living. Foods packed with whole grains, fruits, vegetables and omega-3 fatty acids are some examples of a balanced diet. Also, exercise helps build up the immune system by increasing circulation and combating free radicals.

Please consult a homeopathic physician for the proper instructions with any homemade remedies or suggestions from this article. Specially when dealing with children.

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By Elizabeth Hall

Smell Your Way To A Balanced Life

Aromatherapy is a term used to describe the practice of employing essential plant oils to promote healing and balance in the mind and body. It is a traditional process that utilizes scents to promote balance and well-being. The essential oils stimulate your olfactory nerves, as the various smells of the oils enter your body, affecting the part of the brain that controls moods and emotions.

There is an array of scents used in aromatherapy, each with healing properties concentrated towards specific physical and psychological aliments. For example, lavender promotes relaxation and help to relieve tension and stress. Lemon refreshes and lowers stress levels by increasing serotonin, a feel good hormone directly linked with our moods. Peppermint and jasmine invigorates the senses, encouraging alertness.

Aromatherapy and essential oils can be used in a variety of settings, such as in the bath and during a massage. This is especially beneficial since the oils are not only absorbed through the nose, but through the skin. Therapeutic massage coupled with fragrant oils such as chamomile aid in increasing circulation and blood flow. Candles and diffusers distribute the scents throughout the day, and you can even sniff the oils directly by adding a drop to a scarf.

These healing oils are also useful as part of your daily skin care regime. A toner, such as Phyt’s organic Eucalyptus Toner is an alcohol free way to purify and balance the skin, with the help of the numerous antiseptic properties found in Eucalyptus. It also helps to increase circulation in the skin. Apply the toner to your face and neck twice a day

Aromatherapy oils also act as a way to balance and align your chakras. The word “chakra” refers to the seven “energy centers” ranging from the base of the spiritual column to the area above your skull. Many essential oil blends are formulated for the specific areas and energy centers in need of restoration. Aromatherapy sprays such as Ila’s Energy Spray for an Aura of Confidence is great to mist around your head and body when you need a clear and refreshed mind.

With a balanced and mind and relaxed sense of being, you are able to face the day with a clean slate and a restored sense of being.

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