Winter Colds & Chills Stolen Away by the Robbers Clan

Winter is finally upon us here in New Jersey. After celebrating Yule and Christmas in short sleeves and sandals with temps in the mid 60's, the iciness of the season has hit home. With all of the temperature shifts and craziness of shopping, parties, dinners, and families, it's not surprising that many people find themselves fighting off colds.

There are certainly many things that can be done to help keep the nasty little buggies at bay. Washing your hands, obviously. Try desperately not to touch your face. Making sure to eat healthy and drink lots of fluids is extremely important. It's also imperative to make sure to clean the air and frequently touched surfaces. Viruses and bacteria can linger and wait until transferred to a new recipient - like you!

One of my favorites for winter is our Oil of the Robber Clan.  Not only is it wonderfully aromatic, the essential oil blend is created specifically to fight off the invisible fiends. There are many ways this concentrated blend can be used:

• Place a few drops in a diffuser to purify and cleanse the air.
  
• Fill a small spray bottle with white vinegar. Add 10 or so drops of Robbers oil. Shake well and use to clean and disinfect counters, sinks, doorknobs, etc.
  
• Put a quarter teaspoon in the dishwasher to help sanitize dishes.

The spiciness of clove essential oil encourages the immune system.  Red Thyme essential oil is a powerhouse anti-septic and disinfectant. Lavender is renown for it's  anti-bacterial properties. Lemon is - well lemon! Add in Rosemary, Lemongrass and several other essential oils and you've got a true legend - and an amazing way to scare away winter colds.

A Whiff of Help for Over Celebrations

It's a party! You are having the best time. Just one more to celebrate.

That all sounds great until the next morning when your brain is throbbing, your skull feels like it's cracking, and the contents of your stomach really don't want to stay in your stomach. Yep, you've got a hangover.

In general, a hangover from too much alcohol is just unpleasant. It affects your body's chemistry and throws it waaaayy out of balance. There's dehydration to deal with as well. This is never a pleasant process, but it's even worse if there are things that you have to do while you're trying to hold your head up. We've got a little help for you.

Faoiseamh Poit (fwee-sha poach) means Hangover Relief in Irish. This handy little inhaler uses all essential oils to help bring about a little relief after too much fun. We use:

• Orange essential oil - helps reduce nausea
• Peppermint essential oil - opens up your sinuses and help to reduce your headache
• Geranium essential oil -  an anti-inflammatory and slightly sedative
• Lavender essential oil - relaxing, soothing and calming
• Clary Sage - helps with nerves
• And other essential oils

This is very important - Faoiseamh Poit WILL NOT CURE a hangover. Only time, plenty of sleep and liquids will do that. But it will make you not want to die.

So inhale a little Poit, and remember to take it a little slower at the next party.



Disclaimer - We are not doctors. It you have extreme symptoms, go see a physician as soon as you can. This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.