Antitussive, this essential oil is great for soothing coughs

Every winter comes with its little viruses and seasonal illnesses. These are insects Expelled Respiratory tract through coughing. So it is an important defense mechanism. But sometimes, Cough…lasts for weeks And it is painful. In addition to tussives or expectorants that a doctor or pharmacist may recommend, a persistent cough can be relieved. Natural remedies which we have at home. As long as you don’t use it indiscriminately.

“Your lungs are screaming for it!”

is an essential oilAntiviral, anti-infectious and able to soothe mucous membrane inflammation that can cause Excessive secretions

. Hence it is also expectorant and is especially effective against cough Dry or oily“, says naturopath Amelie Mounier. “Your lungs demand it: because It helps in cough When we need it“, doctor of pharmacy and author of the book “Essential oil, it works!” confirms Daniel Festi (Leduc. S. Editions). You may already have it at home: it is Revintsaar essential oil. Its smell is pleasant and Reminiscent of Eucalyptus

► On the skin: Dilute 3-4 drops of Ravintsar EO in 1 tablespoon of a neutral vegetable oil of your choice (sesame, sweet almond, etc.) and apply or massage. along the spinechest and Arches of the feet. Repeat 3 to 4 times a day until improvement.

► Orally: deposit 1 to 2 drops of ravintsara EO in 1 teaspoon of honey or on a neutral tablet orally, 3 times a day and Not more than 5 consecutive days

. If, despite this, the cough persists, consult a doctor.

A formidable antiviral, this has “Exceptional skin tolerance“, recalls the pharmacy doctor. The risk of allergy is almost zero. It can be used for the oral route in children from 6 years and adults. In children aged 3 months to 6 years, and for women more than 3 months pregnant. Favor skin passage on the back and soles of the feet by mixing Revintsar essential oil 10% with vegetable oil (1 dose of essential oil for 9 doses of vegetable oil). Medical advice is essential for people Asthma and people Wi Because of the epileptogenic risk it presents at high doses.

Also useful in prevention

Ravintsara is also considered an essential oil “Like the immune system’s best friend. It is immunomodulating, meaning it regulates the immune system and is Highly active against viruses such as bronchitis, nasopharyngitis, sinusitis or colds.

With it, it is easy, there is no time to develop the disease. She pulled the rug out from under her. So think about it to avoid flu or cold.“, concludes Daniel Festi.