Certain essential oils provide relief from cold symptoms, clearing the airways and soothing headaches and aching limbs.

 

Peppermint oil: Peppermint oil has been used for centuries as an aromatic stimulant. Put a few drops of peppermint oil in a bowl of hot water and inhale to clear congested and mucousy sinuses and bronchi.

 

Eucalyptus oil: Eucalyptus stimulates oxygen uptake, Inhaling eucalyptus oil relaxes the muscles of the respiratory tract and expands the airways.

 

Cajeput oil: Cajeput oil is very similar to tea tree oil. It clears the airways and relieves sore throat.

 

Juniper oil: Juniper oil stimulates the metabolism and strengthens the immune system. This helps the body to fight the cold or flu infection more quickly.

 

Wintergreen oil: Rub the chest with wintergreen oil so that the vapours are inhaled while sleeping. This clears the sinuses more quickly so that one can sleep more relaxed.

 

Clove oil: Clove oil quickly relieves headaches and aching limbs when inhaled.