| p>Strengthen your immune system with Lavender | | | | to the water of your humidifier. Run overnight, or |
| essential oil. Here's why, along with the methods of | | | | add the essential oils 2-3 times during the day, if |
| application I recommend and other essential oils to | | | | running continuously. This is an effective method of |
| choose for making a powerful immune stimulant | | | | using oils with a sick child. |
| blend. | | | | WARNING Essential Oils can damage humidifier plastic |
| TEA TREE ( Melaleuca alternifolia ) - Tea Tree has a | | | | and rubber parts. |
| strongly medicinal and antiseptic smell and is well | | | | 2) COLD AIR DIFFUSION has a basket in which a |
| tolerated by most individuals. | | | | pad with drops of oils are applied. A small fan blows |
| Captain James Cook and his mates when arriving in | | | | cool air through the oils lifting them into the air for |
| Australia in the 1700's wanted a refreshing herbal tea | | | | dispersal. This is a cost effective way for diffusing |
| to drink. They chose the fragrant leaves of a tree. | | | | the oils. |
| The tree has been called Tea Tree ever since. | | | | Research shows that cold-air diffusing certain oils |
| An immune stimulant Tea Tree has an undisputed | | | | may: |
| popular reputation for being the first choice of | | | | 1) Reduce bacteria, fungus, mold and unpleasant |
| essential oils when treating fungal and bacterial | | | | odors |
| infections. | | | | 2) Relax and relieve tension, as well as clear the mind |
| Known as a cure all treatment for many chronic and | | | | 3) Help with weight management |
| acute bacterial, fungal and viral conditions. | | | | 4) Improve concentration, alertness and mental |
| By stimulating the formation of white blood cells Tea | | | | clarity |
| Tree promotes and strengthens the body's immune | | | | Start by diffusing oils only 15-30 minutes per day. As |
| system. | | | | you become accustomed to the oils and recognize |
| Consider using Tea Tree for treating bladder | | | | the effects, increase the time. In illness, inhale near |
| infections, bronchitis AND sinusitis. | | | | the "mouth" of the nebulizer. A short session of |
| Use Tea Tree to eliminate athlete's foot, blend with | | | | breathing in the oils for 4-5 minutes should be |
| Lavender and Thyme to enhance your results! | | | | sufficient, repeat every few hours. |
| A decongestant and an analgesic/pain reliever Tea | | | | 3) AROMATIC MIST - Use as a room spray and |
| Tree is helpful for relieving cold and flu symptoms. | | | | deodorizer. DIRECTIONS - To 4 ounces of distilled |
| METHODS OF APPLICATION: | | | | water add 80-120 drops of your essential oil, shake |
| 1) TO EASE SINUS OR BRONCHIAL PROBLEMS ~ | | | | well and spray. |
| STEAM INHALATION ~ Add 2-6 drops of oil to a | | | | IMMUNE STIMULANT BLEND: Eucalyptus, Thyme, |
| large bowl of steaming hot water, put a towel over | | | | Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Cinnamon Leaf and |
| your head to capture the steam. Close your eyes | | | | Bark, Ravensara, Clove |
| and inhale until water cools or until you stop smelling | | | | PLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic |
| the oil. Repeat, if necessary, every 4-5 hours. | | | | copies of aromatic oils, but these are not |
| Relieves sinus congestion, coughs, colds, flu and sore | | | | recommended for therapeutic use. For best results |
| throats. Suggested oils to use with children: | | | | purchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find. |
| eucalyptus, lavender, lemon and tea tree. | | | | Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have |
| HUMIDIFIER (cool mist) ~ Add from 2-6 drops of oil | | | | been tested and are pesticide free. |