Fever
Recipe 1: Cooling Fever Rub
Ingredients:
- 10 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
- 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 6 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 4 drops Lemon Essential Oil
- 2 ounces Coconut Oil (or any carrier oil)
Instructions:
1. Combine the carrier oil with all the essential oils in a glass jar.
2. Shake well to blend the oils evenly.
3. Apply this mixture to the chest, back of the neck, and soles of feet every few hours until the fever subsides.
Recipe 2: Soothing Fever Inhalation
Ingredients:
- 5 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
- 2 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
1. Add the essential oils into a bowl of boiling water.
2. Cover your head with a towel and breathe in the steam for a few minutes.
3. Do this 2-3 times a day to help reduce fever.
Recipe 3: Fever-Reducing Bath
Ingredients:
- 5 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
- 4 drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 4 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 1-2 cups Epsom salts
Instructions:
1. Mix the Epsom salts and essential oils together in a jar.
2. Pour this mixture into a warm bath and stir until the salts are dissolved.
3. Soak for 20-30 minutes to help reduce body temperature.
Note: Always do a patch test on a small area of skin before using any essential oils to ensure that you do not have an allergic reaction. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding or have any underlying health conditions, consult with your doctor before using essential oils.