Who doesn’t want to have a strong immune
system, be healthy, not get sick, and if got sick - to recover quickly without
a bunch of drugs and, especially, without antibiotics? Who does not want to rid
their home of infectious bacteria and viruses, especially in the current
situation, when many buy tough chemical cleaners, chemical antiseptics and
sanitizers, often causing more harm than good.
In fact, you can make your immunity strong, destroy bacteria, fungi and viruses
(given the onset of cold weather and viral disease outbreaks) with the help of
natural aromatic essential oils.
For the last 10-11 years I have been quite active in using the forces of nature
for my own and my relatives health products of the world famous company doTerra
and often suggest others to followmy example. Today, in anticipation of the
upcoming cold and flu season and the danger of new infections,I would like to
draw your attention to this supplemental natural therapy. If you ask - why the
doTerra company - because these oils are absolutely clean, without impurities and therefore,
unlike others on the market can be used for internal use. Moreover, and most
importantly, they are under scrutiny by the FDA.
But first, a few words about viruses.
How to protect yourself from viruses?
Currently, there are no studies that have
found an effective remedy for viruses, including coronavirus. Therefore,
for the time being, the best way to protect yourself from infection by
air-droplets and through objects that may have come into contact with the
disease is to take the precautions recommended by WHO (World Health
Organization).
According to WHO, the first line of protection should always be regular and
thorough hand washing, as well as frequent wiping of the items you most often
use (phones, computer mice and keyboards, consoles, pens, etc.) with
antiseptics. Do not touch the eyes, nose and mouth, do not
approach people closer than 1.5-2 meters.
If, for some reason, you cannot or do not want to
use pharmacy sanitizers and consider essential oils against viruses as an
alternative or an additional defense, I will tell you about them. And, of
course, the best way to protect against infectios deseases is good immunity.A little about viruses
- the virus enters the carrier and binds to the cells in the airways (nose/throat/lungs);
- surface proteins of the virus bind to receptors, like lock and key;
- the virus can enter the cell and infect it;
- the virus needs a live host for replication/reproduction.
It may live on inanimate objects for more than 24 hours (depending on temperature and humidity and other factors), but eventually it will die without a host.
Most viruses are airborne. All liquids that have been sprayed by the carrier of the virus and have landed on the surface, can live in the environment, waiting for a certain time to be «taken» and handed over to the new host.
How Essential Oils affect viruses
The components of various Essential Oils disrupt
the life cycle of the viruses at different stages. Viruses, unlike microbes,
live inside cells that contain faty membrane. Aromatic oils are able to
penetrate the cells through this membrane and affect the developing viruses
there. Moreover,
which is also very important to know, Oils are used not only to combat already
in the body viruses (or other pathogens), but also in the prevention of
diseases through the immune system, which is very fond of being helped by these
natural means.
As in any
treatment (and prevention) it is important to use EO correctly. How to do this?
If you want to decontaminate your house, better to
use antiviral Essential Oils in diffuser or humidifier (8-10 drops per
diffuser). Simply add a few drops of one of the oils (Teа Tree, or Oregano, or
On Guard) or several different oils (Peppermint, Supermint, Lemon) into the
water and turn on the appliance. Close the door and let the diffuser work while
the room is empty. Then ventilate the room.
You can apply a little EO (pre-dilute with half a
teaspoon of coconut or any other oil) on the skin around the base of the nose,
on the pulsating neck points and on the wrists to organize a continuous smooth
diffusion.
As the simplest option you can apply a couple of
drops of Teа Tree/ Melaluca, or Oregano, or On Guard on the fabric and inhale
right through it (but do it carefully to not burn mucosa). You can also apply a
couple of drops on clothes in the chest area and on the sleeves. The third option is to apply a couple of
drops on the handkerchief and put it next to the bed at night. EO usually very well and quickly help if apply to the reflex zones of the soles of the feet,
especially in children. Also, both
gargling with these oils helps very quickly and effectively as well as taking
them internally.
You can also make your
own cleaning agent: mix apple cider vinegar with a few drops of one of these
Essential Oils (10 drops of oil per 100 ml). This can then be added to the
floor wash water.
Best
essential oils against viruses and bacteria
Tea tree essential oil is incredibly useful for eliminating bacteria and viruses. It is also an ideal natural antiseptic and antifungal agent. To enhance the effect of Tea Tree oil, mix it with Eucalyptus essential oil. This mixture is known to kill even the E. coli.
Peppermint peppermint oil, Supermint
With all antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties, Peppermint essential oil is also a great way to strengthen the immune system. Besides, Peppermint is an excellent Essential Oil for cleaning the air in the house. It is effective at destroying microbes in the air and has a fresh mint aroma that cheers up and refreshes the air.
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is
distilled from the lemon peel. It is an excellent air purifier and has a
pronounced antitoxic effect when taken internally. It can also be used to
disinfect metal surfaces, dishes, clothes and even the body. To make a
homemade, universal cleaner, add Lemon essential oil to apple cider vinegar.
For clothes disinfection, add a few drops of Lemon essential oil to the washing
gel.
Cinnamon Essential Oil
It’s an extremely potent antibacterial
essential oil. Because it contains cinnamon aldehyde, it is widely used to
treat various diseases and kills viruses and bacteria.
Eucalyptus essential oil
Another great tool to
combat infections, bacteria and viruses. To create the perfect remedy for
cleaning the air in the house, mix Eucalyptus essential oil with Tea Tree
essential oil in aromadiffusor. In addition, the bactericidal quality of
Eucalyptus essential oil makes it a good natural antiseptic - it is suitable
for treating burns, cuts, wounds, ulcers and skin abrasions.
Lavender Essential Oil
It is one of the most
beneficial antibacterial oils that can strengthen the immune system and resist
diseases and viruses. Due to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties,
Lavender essential oil is useful for the treatment of various skin diseases, as
well as for the prevention of infection in cuts, wounds and burns.
Of course, everything covered above is far
from all inclusive and is a very short summary. If
interested and want to know more details- please contact those who use
Essential Oils around you, read on the Internet for self-education or contact
us at the "Ladies‘ World" magazine. We would be happy to help you.
Doctor Zoya Maksumova
