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Holiday
Overindulgence
During the Holidays we tend to eat too much food and overindulge in
alcoholic spirits. It may be hard to believe, but something as simple as
Herbs can help with the after-effects of too much enjoyment of food and
drink.
Why do we not feel good when we overindulge? To a greater or lesser degree,
the body is trying to cope with poisoning, or toxins.
There are many ways to help our bodies recuperate. One is to drink extra
water, to which has been added some honey and a drop or two of Carrot
essential oil, helping to flush out the toxins which the liver, colon and
kidneys must now take care of.
Valerie Ann Worwood, author of “The Complete Book of Essential Oils and
Aromatherapy” and recognized expert Aromatherapist, has additional
suggestions.
For a gentle hangover cure, mix together essential oils of Fennel, Lavender,
Sandalwood and Lemon - and then use 8 drops in a bath, or inhale from a
cotton ball or tissue, or rub two drops of the mixture (mixed with ½
teaspoon olive or almond oil) on the skin over the liver area and/or the
bottoms of the feet.
Those who must work the next morning, or have immediate duties such as
getting children ready for school, etc., can try the following formula. It
will give you necessary stimulation (also some diuretic effect). Mix
essential oils of Juniper, Grapefruit, Fennel and Rosemary. Inhale, or put 8
drops in the bath, and/or rub a drop or two (mixed with a
few drops of olive oil) on the
temples or back of the neck.
It happens every year - we promise ourselves to ignore the luscious-looking
sweets, rich meats, eggnog, fatty casseroles and other holiday goodies. But
we overindulge anyway, and spend the next few weeks feeling guilty and
bloated.
Even though essential oils cannot miraculously dissolve the extra amounts of
food or turn back the clock, they do facilitate digestion and often, also
metabolization. They do this best in honey teas. Mix the following essential
oils in these proportions - Lemon (5 drops), Ginger (2 drops), Peppermint (2
drops), Spearmint (2 drops), Dill (3 drops), Coriander (3 drops) and
Mandarin (10 drops), then put two drops of this mixture, along with some
honey, into a teacup/mug and add hot water. Sip slowly. It is a good idea to
prepare this blend ahead-of-time and keep it handy.
It’s probably best to sip only 2 cups a day. Theoretically, this is an
adequate weight-loss formula. Try it, it can’t hurt. But stick with
consuming as per the guidelines above.
If you’d like to try some of these remedies,
check the complete list of available
essential oils.
And do yourself a favor - order some today!
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