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Peppermint, frankincense, eucalyptus, and other essential oils can come in handy for seasonal allergies
The monsoons bring seasonal changes that often cause the body‘S Immunity is compromised, which leads to seasonal allergies. These allergies can have respiratory or skin allergies. But not‘don’t worry: there is a simple solution. Rishabh Chokhani, founder of Naturevibe Botanicals, suggests using essential oils as an alternative or complementary treatment for allergy symptoms.
Essential oils are derived from plants and can be used in a variety of ways. Popular ways to use essential oils include:
• Use in a diffuser
• Use in bath and spa products
• Apply to the skin after dilution
• Spray in the air
• You breathe them indirectly from the container and use them as aromatherapy
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Just like with aromatherapy, applying essential oils to your body causes them to enter your bloodstream, which is why it is important to dilute essential oils before using them on your skin.
Chokhani lists some essential oils that can be used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies.
• Peppermint oil: Seasonal changes often lead to nasal congestion. The strong aroma of peppermint oil works like magic on blocked sinuses. It has a decongestant effect and helps to open the airways. It also helps soothe a sore throat because of its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. According to several research studies, peppermint oil also helps relieve anxiety and mental fatigue.
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• Frankincense oil: Frankincense is another oil that helps reduce inflammation and is good for bronchitis, which causes inflammation of the airways and sinus infections. It can also be beneficial for people with asthma. Using frankincense with a mixture of eucalyptus helps relieve hoarseness, coughs, and sore throats.
• Eucalyptus oil: Eucalyptus oil opens the sinuses and lungs, improving blood circulation, which reduces allergy symptoms. It has an expectorant effect, but also has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Use it in a room diffuser for convenience.
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• Lemon essential oil: Lemon oil acts as a natural antihistamine, soothes excess mucous membranes and relieves inflammatory reactions. It also helps with respiratory diseases. Lemon is known for its antibacterial properties and is best used in a mixture with lavender and peppermint.
• Holy basil: Holy basil, also called tulsi, reduces the inflammatory response to allergens and supports the immune system as a whole. It has antimicrobial abilities and can remove toxins from the body as well as clearing the airways. It can also help reduce headaches caused by sinuses and migraines.
Read more: Start Your Morning Moringa To Boost Immunity
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