Hey friends! Colds, the flu, stomach bugs…’Tis the season, right?! It seems like everyone and their mother is fighting off some sort of illness during this time of year. At the same time, many families are on the hunt for the perfect immune-boosting products to incorporate into their daily routines. Therefore, I want to share some simple things you can start incorporating into your daily life in order to support your immune system and keep you and your family above the wellness line!
Diffusing
Diffusing essential oils is a great way to support the different systems in your body as well as making your house smell delicious! Oils can be diffused to help boost your immune system, support your respiratory system, and give you a little pick-me-up if you are feeling a bit under the weather. Listed below are some of my favorite diffuser blends for staying well!
Diffuser Blend 1:
- 3 drops of Thieves
- 3 drops of Lemon
Diffuser Blend 2:
- 3 drops of Raven
- 3 drops of Thieves
Diffuser Blend 3:
- 3 drops of Thieves
- 2 drops of Lemon
- 3 drops of Raven
Diffuser Blend 4:
- 2 drops of Thieves
- 2 drops of Lemon
- 2 drops of Raven
- 2 drops of Peppermint
Diffuser Blend 5:
- 5 drops of Copaiba
- 2 drops of Thieves
Immunity Roller
Another simple step you can add to your daily routine is using an Immunity Roller. You can fill a roller bottle with some immune-boosting oils and roll it down your spine or on the bottoms of your feel once a day. I typically apply mine after I shower in the morning as I’m getting ready. I have been using my roller for over a year now and it has made such a difference!
Roller Recipe 1:
- 15 drop of Thieves Oil
- 10 drops of Frankincense Oil
- 5 drops of Lemon Oil
–> Combine oils into a 10 ml roller bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with Fractionated Coconut Oil
Roller Recipe 2:
- 15 drops of Thieves Oil
- 5 drops of Frankincense Oil
- 5 drops of Lemon Oil
- 5 drops of Oregano Oil
–> Combine oils into a 10 ml roller bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with Fractionated Coconut Oil
Wellness Tea
This is one of my favorite afternoon treats to whip up when I feel something coming on. It’s packed with essential oils that boost your immune system and it can also help with sore throats…WIN-WIN! And yes, it tastes super yummy….I promise you! The next time you wake up with a little scratch in your throat, run to your kitchen and make a big cup of this!
Ingredients:
- 1 spoonful of honey
- 1 drop of Thieves Vitality Oil
- 1 drop of Lemon Vitality Oil
- 1 drop of Copaiba Vitality Oil
- Hot Water
Directions:
- Add a spoonful of honey into your favorite cozy mug
- Drop all oils onto the honey
- Stir together
- Add hot water
- Stir again
- Sip and enjoy it!
Ningxia
One of our all-time favorite things and secret weapons in terms of staying about the wellness line is Ningxia Red. Ningxia is a whole-body wellness drink that we ingest in some form every single day to keep ourselves in check. It’s loaded with antioxidants, protects liver function, aids in eye health, stabilizes blood sugar, strengthens the brain, and has the highest known levels of immune-boosting elements. Here are some of our favorite Ningxia “recipes”:
Recipe 1:
- 2 oz Ningxia Red
- 1 glass of almond milk
Recipe 2:
- 2 oz Ningxia Red
- 1 can of your favorite sparkling water (plain or flavored)
Recipe 3:
- 2 oz Ningxia Red
- 1 can of your favorite sparkling water (plain or flavored)
- 1 drop of Lime Vitality Oil
Recipe 4:
- 2 oz Ningxia Red
- 1 glass of plain sparkling water
- Splash of orange juice
Recipe 5:
- Add 2 oz of Ningxia into your favorite fruit smoothie recipe
Supplements
Supplements are another easy thing that you can start adding to your daily routine to keep yourself in tip-top shape! Young Living sells some amazing supplements that are completely organic and work to support your immune system as well as other body functions. Below are a few of my favorite ones to take when I am feeling under the weather!
- Inner Defense
- Super C
- Thieves Cough Drops
Thieves Household Products
Another simple way t0 help support your immune system year-round is by using some (or all) of the Thieves Household products. All of the Thieves products are formulated without SLS, parabens, phthalates, triclosan, fluoride, preservatives, perfumes, and formaldehyde. In layman’s terms, this basically means that all of the Thieves products are completely natural, plant-based, and free from any toxins or harsh chemicals. AKA they’re totally safe to use on you and your family! Want to know the best part? All of the Thieves Household products are infused with the Thieves essential oil which means they support your immune system while you use them. Immune-supporting laundry soap?! Can you even believe it?! Below are some of my favorite Thieves items that we keep stocked in our house at all times!
- Household Cleaner
- Laundry Detergent
- Dish Soap
- Hand Soap
- Toothpaste
- Hand Sanitizer
Bottom line is, everybody gets sick. Whether it’s a cold, strep, a fever, or anything else, it just happens! But the good news is, we all have these miraculous immune systems that God has blessed us with. We are also so fortunate to live in a time where we have access to modern medicine and medical technology to aid in our health. However, I believe there is a real problem in the way we have been conditioned to use modern medicine. Many of us are so quick to turn to over-the-counter medicines or run to the doctor seeking a prescription for antibiotics at the first hint of a runny nose or cough. We don’t even give our bodies a chance to fight and do their jobs.
>>Insert essential oils<<
Oils can be used to actually support your immune system and fight alongside it, as opposed to taking over for your body. Their purpose and job are to support your body’s natural systems and functions.
Oils can be your BFF’s and hold your hand through everything. They can help your kids sleep better. They can clear up any hormonal breakouts. Support your immune system. Relieve congestion. Aid in sore muscles and achy joints. Help to relieve your stress. And so much more! If you’re ready to start your oily journey, the Starter Kit from Young Living is the best way to jump in! You can read more about how to snag it here. The Starter Kit is what we like to call, Your Community of BFF’s and it’s ready to go to war with you to fight off all the germs and yuckies this season!
Do you have any other tips on how to stay above the wellness line this season? Share them in the comments below!
