PART 3. - LEG AILMENTS during Pregnancy ~ Leg ailments and hemorrhoids. Weight gain and abdominal pressure due to increased blood volume and the softening effects of progesterone on the venous walls may cause varicose veins, edema, other leg discomforts, and hemorrhoids, particularly in the second trimester. Leg discomforts during pregnancy are also attributed to nutrient deficiencies. A boost in vitamin B-6 is often recommended for varicose veins, edema, and leg cramps. Vitamin E helps prevent varicose veins and blood clots. Garlic cleanses the circulatory system. Sodium helps alleviate leg cramps, as does calcium. Varicose veins respond well to the toning and astringent properties of cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), geranium, lemon, and lavender oils. Elevating your legs, alternate warm and cool compresses of any combination of these oils to the affected area. Bathe in warm water mixed with 3 drops of cypress and 3 drops of lemon. Using a blend of 7 drops of cypress and 7 drops of lemon mixed with 2 ounces of carrier oil, gently stroke from the feet upward. While massaging, be careful not to apply strong pressure over a varicosity or just below the point at which a varicosity begins. Edema (fluid retention) of the ankles or legs responds to lavender, geranium, and rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) oils, all of which stimulate the lymphatic system to drain excess fluids from the body Using upward strokes, gently massage a blend of these oils to the feet and ankles. If your feet are hot, tired, or swollen, try tepid-to-cool footbaths with 3 drops of geranium or lemon and 3 drops of lavender. To reduce swelling, sleep with a pillow under your legs, and take afternoon naps with your legs elevated higher than your heart. To strengthen the venous walls, add vitamin C and buckwheat to your diet. Exercise, especially walking and swimming, will stimulate circulation, as will support hose worn on a regular basis. Baths with lemon, mandarin (Citrus reticulata), or other citrus oils contain vitamin C and will provide a mild diuretic action. Dilated veins that cause swollen anal tissue result from the same conditions that cause varicose veins; they also result from repeated straining to pass stool. The herb nettle leaf (Urtica dioica) can be taken as an infusion or tincture to improve elasticity of the veins and reduce hemorrhoids. Also add oat bran to your breakfast cereal, and be sure to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables. Cool sitz baths with 7 drops of lemon oil will help, as will a follow-up massage using 7 drops of cypress plus 7 drops of lemon oil in 2 ounces of carrier oil. copyright Marlene Ericksen © TO BE CONTINUED IN PART 4. - Insomnia & Sleep during Pregnancy ~ SUBSRIBE TO RSS OR BLOG http://www.aromaface.com/deep-scents-blog.html For more Information Go To; http://www.aromaface.com/infertility--fertility-awareness-consults.html Additional Reading on the Topic of AromaTherapy; Healing with AromaTherapy by Marlene Ericksen * See Link (Allvoices Article) in an earlier Blog post for: PART 1, 2 in Pregnancy Series - Preconception & Treating the Discomforts of Pregnancy Go to; http://www.aromaface.com/order-kindle-book.html www.AromaFace.com Ericksen's book available as E-book or hard edition SUBSRIBE TO RSS OR BLOG http://www.aromaface.com/deep-scents-blog.html For more Information Go To; http://www.aromaface.com/infertility--fertility-awareness-consults.html Additional Reading on the Topic of AromaTherapy; Healing with AromaTherapy by Marlene Ericksen Go to; http://www.aromaface.com/order-kindle-book.html www.AromaFace.com Ericksen's book available as E-book or hard edition copyright Marlene Ericksen © Disclaimer; All information provided in this website is provided for historical and educational purposes only; statements contained here are reported in an effort to preserve traditional cultural lore and information. Nothing here should be construed as an attempt to diagnose, prescribe, or recommend treatment for any disease or condition. Please consult your physician for medical advice regarding any medical condition and do not use any of the information on this site without your physicians approval. PART 2 - Cold & FLU HOME CARE A good place to find quick and easy Home Care Remedies for Colds and Flu is in your kitchen. Having some simple items on hand in your cupboard can make a big difference in mounting a quick defense and avert the Early Symptoms of the Flu.Do you have Mediterranean culinary herbs such as Thyme or Rosemary? Garlic is a must! With a few simple items you can make a tea and home remedies beneficial for Cold and Flu Respiratory Symptoms. Raw Garlic is a all purpose anti-infectious agent. It contains Phyto-Chemicals (plant chemicals) that are effective antivirals. Once the 3 recipes are prepared, keep at bedside (rest/sleep for 10 hours). 3 RECIPES for COLD - FLU HOME CARE; COLD - FLU TEA 1. Large Pot - 6 cups water, bring to boil 1.Thyme (or other Mediterranean herb) 2. Peppermint 3. Lemon 1/2 organic Raw Honey to taste Add ingredients to the boiled water. Do not remove the herbs, allow to steep for several hours or overnight. Keep Hot in a Thermos next to the bed, sip often. GARLIC BROTH 1. Heat Broth (organic Chicken or Miso) Raw garlic - chop 1 to 3 gloves, let sit for 5 minutes. Add to broth after you heat the broth, do not cook the garlic, keep it as raw as possible. AROMATHERAPY CHEST RUB 1. One ounce dropper bottle Olive oil - fill the bottle, leaving head room for the essential oils & dropper. 20 drops Lavender - add to bottles, mix. Apply to chest & sinus area several times a day For a Complete Ready made, Aromatherapy Flu Care Kit Go To; https://www.etsy.com/listing/121321228/aromaface-cold-flu-kit For MORE easy recipes Go To this Book; http://www.aromaface.com/order-kindle-book.html • Healing with Aromatherapy, Chapter; Treating Common Ailments with Aromatherapy /Respiratory Complaints; http://www.aromaface.com/order-kindle-book.html References; Center for Disease Control Healing with Aromatherapy by Marlene Ericksen Alexander Flemming, Conquering Disease by Steven Offinoski Marlene Ericksen Registered Herbalist AHG,LMT, Certified Aromatherapist copyright Marlene Ericksen © Disclaimer; All information provided in this website is provided for historical and educational purposes only; statements contained here are reported in an effort to preserve traditional cultural lore and information. Nothing here should be construed as an attempt to diagnose, prescribe, or recommend treatment for any disease or condition. Please consult your physician for medical advice regarding any medical condition and do not use any of the information on this site without your physicians approval.
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This years Flu outbreak is said to be one of the worst in many years. Colds and Flu have always been the bane of humankind. Many epidemics have stricken modern man. One such epidemic so decimated the world wide population, it”s toll, when ended, took more lives then were lost in World War 1. 25 % of the USA population was afflicted. This epidemic was the Influenza Pandemic of 1918. It is considered to be a great disaster in global history. My Grandmother fell ill with this Pandemic of 1918. At this time in her life, she was pregnant and had several small children to care for, the entire household became quite ill. When the Pandemic, which had spread globally, finally ended, 50 million had perished. I am here to tell the tale because My Grandmother was Not among the dead, nor was any member of our family. Her unborn child came into the world healthy and strong. Why did no one in our family die of the Flu? One possible factor in her recovery was that she knew the ways of Herbal Health Remedies brought from the traditional culture she was born into. She was well prepared in the solid principles of Natural Home Care. We have forgotten the simple home remedies that were once commonplace. Most people go straight to OTC’s (over the counter preparations) and Antibiotics for the sought after quick cure in a pill. Antibiotics were never meant to be the first line of defense for common colds and flu. They are intended for secondary bacterial infections that lead to serious life threatening conditions such as pneumonia. Antibiotics are no longer as effective in fighting infection as they once were (watch for this topic in future articles). Even Alec Flemming, the discoverer of penicillin, warned against misuse of antibiotics. In 2011 there were 1,532 deaths caused by influenza. but a staggering number of Deaths from pneumonia, 52,136. These deaths were attributed to secondary bacterial infections that started with the flu. Wether you have had a flu shot or not , you can still get the Flu. The Flu Vaccine is not protection against all flu viruses and does not provide lifelong protection. The shot it is a calculated guess, as to each year’s prevalent viral strains. A cocktail of the possible flu virus. Some people especially, this year have reported Flu symptoms after receiving the shot. Thus it is still important to be prepared with home care methods to take care of the symptoms of the flu, reserving antibiotic treatment for the secondary lower respiratory infections as your Doctor prescribes. As we see from the above statistics, most healthy people survive typical flu symptoms. Problems arise when the condition progresses into more serious conditions. So what can we do ourselves? Bed rest and undisturbed sleep is most important. Herbal Teas, Aromatherapy and vitamin supplements can all support immunity. Early home care is important in order to support the body’s natural defense systems. Our own immunity is still the best defense from serious infection. copyright Marlene Ericksen © COMING NEXT, PART 2 Easy HOW TO Home Care ! SUBSCRIBE Via - RSS For a Complete Ready made, Aromatherapy Flu Care Kit Go To; https://www.etsy.com/listing/121321228/aromaface-cold-flu-kit |
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