Coughing is one of the most common symptoms during cold and flu season causing many to look for remedies that ease breathing and stop the hacking. A trip to the doctor will likely get a prescription for cough suppressants but research has shown that taking OTC cough medicine is ineffective at best. In fact, many […]
Cold and Flu
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Anti-Bacterial
Anti-bacterial essential oils are effective against bacteria that are both airborne or on surfaces like your hands and various areas of the home like doorknobs, sinks, toilets, and light switches. They are effective against the stomach flu and other bacterial infections and should be considered a staple in every home to help ward off illness […]
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Airborne Bacteria
Cold and flu season can wreak havoc on our immune systems, especially during the holidays when most gatherings are held inside and people can easily pass seasonal illnesses from one person to another. One of the main ways we catch a cold or flu is actually by inhaling the airborne bacteria from coughs, sneezes, and […]
Plant Therapy’s Essential Oil of The Month – Pink Berries CO2
November’s Oil of The Month is absolutely delightful and is an essential oil I’ve been meaning to get my hands on for a while – Pink Berries CO2! You may be wondering what pink berries I’m talking about but I’m positive you’re familiar with them. Also known as pink peppercorns, these berries have a dry, […]
The Benefits and Properties of Bay Laurel Essential Oil
Since ancient times, laurel leaves have been bestowed upon heroic, poetic, and scholarly Greeks and Romans for their prowess in battle, their mastery of imagery with words, and their esteemed contributions to knowledge. Even college students today who finish their studies are awarded a “bachelor” degree which is derived from the word “bacca-laureus” or “laurel […]
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Antiviral
Antiviral essential oils are some of the most powerful and useful essential oils you can have in your medicine cabinet. They help kill germs, viruses, and bacteria in the air and on various surfaces which help keep the spread of cold and flu to a minimum. Simply adding a few drops of your favorite antiviral […]