Remedies for a Persistent Cough

Cold and flu season hit hard and people all around us spreading germs and bacteria with their nagging, persistent cough.  This is often the worst symptom because a stubborn cough can hang on for weeks!  Of course there's little time to lay in bed with a hanky and our favorite Meg Ryan movie, what's a cougher to do?

I have just the remedies you need, doTERRA essential oils to the rescue yet again!

Most of us know that a warm liquid like tea, sweetened with honey and infused with lemon is a time proven remedy right?  

Remedy #1

How about a new twist using essential oils?

1.  Pour hot water into a mug and add 4 to 5 drops of On Guard Protective Blend by doTERRA.  

2.  Add 2 drops of Lemon Essential Oil for it's wonderful flavor and additional anti-bacterial properties.

3.  Add a teaspoon of honey to soothe the tickle in your throat.

On Guard tea with honey and lemon is a gentle, soothing remedy but sometimes, you gotta bring out the big guns to get the job done!  Persistent coughs call for extra vigilance and some potent essential oils.

Remedy #2:  
Alternate 1 drop of Melaleuca and 1 drop of On Guard every hour!  This remedy is useful when a cold and cough have taken hold and swift, strong action is needed to get rid of it.  I would suggest manning up or, putting your big girl panties on and taking these EOs by mouth so they have a chance to touch your throat.  It's quite alright to add a little carrier oil to dilute and allow better spread.

Remedy #3
Surprise, surprise!  Lime essential oil acts as a cough suppressant, it's excellent to use at night when you need your sleep.

Add 2 drops to a glass of water before bedtime.

Remedy #4
2 drops Eucalyptus and 2 drops of a carrier oil for a nice even spread massaged onto the bottom of feet.

Add 2 drops Rosemary for a stubborn cough and mucous.

At night, add 2 drops of Lavender  for a restful sleep.

Chest Rub Recipes.

(apply every 1 to 2 hours with carrier oil)

#1   2 drops ea. Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Cypress or Melaleuca

#2   2 drops ea. Eucalyptus, Clove, Lemon

#3   4 drops Breathe, 2 drops Lime

#4   4 drops Myrrh to reduce mucous

Gargle Recipe.

2 drops of Oregano or Cinnamon (hot)

2 drops Lemon

2 drops Peppermint or Clove

Gargle in a Tablespoon of water for 1 to 2 minutes and swallow, 5X a day.

Diffuse Breathe or Eucalyptus.

 ...and of course, wash your hands often!

To your health!