Essential oils: 3 alternatives to antibiotics against winter ailments

 Essential oils: 3 alternatives to antibiotics against winter ailments

In prevention or from the first symptoms, certain essential oils with antibiotic properties can be an effective remedy. Here is the natural kit against the flu, ENT diseases and viruses.

Tea tree to boost your immunity

The essential oil of tea tree (tea tree) can be used for many diseases of the ENT. Its anti-bacterial action is suitable for treating rhinitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis or ear infections . Its ant parasitic and antifungal virtues can also act on vaginal or urinary infections (cystitis). 

Orally : two drops three times a day for six days, to be placed on a sugar, honey or a little breadcrumbs.

Cutaneous : two drops can be rubbed on the veins of the wrists three times a day.

The ravintsara to hunt down viruses

If you suffer from bronchitis or sinusitis, ravintasara essential oil is indicated to relieve fatigue and fight viral infections . It can be combined with the essential oil of tea tree.

Orally : two drops three times a day.

Cutaneous : Rub the skin on the neck, spine and wrists.
In the event of a flu-like condition , diffusing Siberian fir oil may also help.

Niaouli to fight colds

Also antibacterial, Niaouli essential oil has decongestant and anti-cooling properties. It will therefore be suitable for conditions that cause phlegm spitting as well as the common cold , and very effective against acne . To treat ear infections, a few drops behind the ears in massage can replace the ear drops at first.

Cutaneous : three drops pure on the neckline and solar plexus in case of throat or bronchial tubes

Warning : Essential oils are not recommended for pregnant women and children under 7 years old.