When steam and essential oils are combined they form a very potent way to help treat some ailments, especially those of the upper respiratory tract, nose and sinuses. This type of treatment should not be used by anybody suffering from asthma.
This type of treatment can be effective when you are suffering from a cold, wheezing chest, sinus discomfort etc. - but remember if you have a medical problem, please contact your licensed medical practitioner.
Some Uses and considerations are:
To ease breathing: consider; Cedarwood, Eucalyptus or Pine oil.
For colds: consider; Orange, Pine, Or Tea Tree Oil.
For sinuses: consider; Tea Tree, Lavender, Eucalyptus, or Peppermint oil.
Instructions to do steam inhalation
Pour hot water into a bowl and 3 drops of the essential oil that you have selected, place your head about 12 inches (30 cm) above the bowl and cover your head with a towel in such a way that the sides are totally closed and you in actual fact form a tent over the bowl.
Keep your eyes shut and breathe deeply through your nose for 1 to 2 minutes.
If you feel that the treatment is getting too much for you, raise the towel so that fresh air is brought into the area and breathe through your mouth a couple of times and then resume the treatment. Should you at any time feel uncomfortable discontinue the treatment.
When using this treatment with children or elderly people make sure that they do not burn themselves by getting too close to the bowl, or that the steaming water is upset and burns result.
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