Sinus & Strep Remedies

It's that time of year when the seasons are changing, sinuses rebel and strep virus runs amuck!  When school starts and the weather cools, we're all spending more time indoors thereby enabling viruses to spread quickly.

I've discussed various remedies in my Big Fat Lists of Great Ways to Use Essential Oils  but, it's time for a special blog post to help all of you out there suffering with sinus issues and strep.

This is where you need to start, the infection has to go!

This WORKS!

doTERRA Oregano is nature's most powerful antibiotic.  On Guard, doTERRA's protective blend containing Cinnamon, Clove, Wild Orange, Eucalyptus Radiata and Rosemary...all packed with powerful anti-bacterial and anti -infectious properties.  Melaleuca is a strong antiseptic, antiviral and expectorant.

For extra *punch*, take 2 drops of Frankincense under your tongue each day!  If you follow this protocol (I do this daily) and are consistent, you will save yourself days of misery and missed work AND keep the rest of your family healthy and well!

You can use this protocol for children too, just apply a 1/2 dose to their feet diluted with a carrier oil.

A diffuser in their bedroom at night with doTERRA's Breathe Blend is a godsend too!

Very IMPORTANT!

Drink lots of fluids, especially Lemon water!  

Remember that a glass of water with a couple drops of doTERRA Lemon EO acts as a gentle detox, relieves sore throats and keeps your lymphatic system moving.  Superior cleansing properties!


For a strep virus the above protocols are sufficient!  I would also start actively diffusing in the home, office or classroom.

When you feel that a bug is trying to grab hold, chances are other members of your family are being hit at the same time.  Take preventative measures by diffusing EOs such as On Guard, Lemon or Purify.  By doing this, you can kill airborne pathogens which are often how viruses move about!

I can't say enough about the benefits of a diffuser in your home.   A diffuser and a few key EOs such as On Guard, Breathe and Lavender will pay for themselves in no time in when you no longer need all those Doctor visits, co-pays and prescription antibiotics!  

Sinus Issues

Now that we've addressed how to stop the infection, let's take a look at how we can ease symptoms and reinforce efforts to fight the infection.  

Light Infection and Symptoms:

• 1 drop On Guard
• 1 drop Breathe
• 2 drops carrier oil

Massage into sinus area, repeat as needed.  Inhale doTERRA Breathe blend to help open airways.

Medium Infection and Symptoms:

• 2 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Melaleuca
• 2 drops Rosemary

You can apply this combination topically, swab inside nostrils and if possible, add to a Neti Pot filled with warm water to irrigate nasal passages.

Heavy Duty Infection and Symptoms:

• 1 - 4 drops Melaleuca  (1 recommended, 4 = very strong)
• 2  drops Rosemary
• 2  drops Frankincense
• 1 - 2 teaspoons sea salt

Mix the above with 2 cups of warm water, add to a Neti Pot and irrigate twice a day.

One last suggestion and remedy:

If you're suffering from allergies and it's the allergies that are causing your sinuses to flare up, please begin the Allergy Protocol:

• 2 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Lemon
• 2 drops Peppermint

Add this combination to a capsule, take every 3 hrs as needed.  You can also add the EOs to a small glass of water and drink up!

If you get no other benefit from this post...please take this advice to heart:  Bring a diffuser and, these recommended essential oils by doTERRA into your home!  I promise you that if you use them, your cold and flu season will be a breeze and your Holidays will be a heck of a lot MORE Merry!

To Your Health!!