Gearing Up for Fall

Fall, like Spring, is a time of extreme change for many living in non-temperate areas. The air becomes drier or in some circumstances wetter and cooler. These and other changes can foster the dreaded cold or flu, which would normally be fought off by your body. To aid in staying healthy, there are a number of things you can do using essential oils about the house and work area.

Since the air is for many drier, the membranes in your nose can too become dry and non-effective. This lack of proper filtering of the air can result in germs and bacterial agents gaining access into your body and causing havoc. Thus, creating a more moist environment in your home is essential. Many people today use a central ventilation system which includes humidification. Since mold, bacteria and other foreign toxins can rapidly grow in stagnant water, be sure to have your system properly serviced and ask if it is suitable to add essential oils to the water being used. Some system are not equip to allow for this unfortunately. This is also true for the electric humidification models being sold on the market. Read the packaging carefully to see if essential additions are allowable. If you find the model you have does not allow for aromatheraputic additions, you can use a pot of water on the stove (with essential oil added) or a separate essential oil diffuser. As always remember safety and do not leave the stove unattended. Some also find placing water with essential oils in front of a fire place or on a radiator to also service.

The moisture plus the addition of the essential oil will help your body to fend off various types of infections. Changing the water frequently is, however still needed. Key essential oils to use include Lavender and Tea Tree. These help the immune system in the body to function normally and in themselves kill germs, bacteria, mold, etc. Be sure to buy real essential oil of either or and use enough when attempting to purify the air.

Add 10 drops of lavender to 5 drops of ginger and a couple quarts of water. Set your stove on extremely low to allow the steam to infiltrate the air. You can also do the same with a tea pot without a whistle. Remember to always watch the stove and turn it off when no adults are present.

Fall can also be an emotionally uncertain time for people as well. While the leaves may be a time of great beauty, the shorter days can lead to sadness and light depression commonly

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