Use These Herbs for the Cold or Flu

The cold and flu season can bring havoc and chaos to any household and routine. What can make it worse is having an allergic reaction to the many chemicals found in over the counter cold and flu remedies.

Instead of risking your health further, you should consider making your own remedies. Here are a few herbs that you can use for the cold and flu season and the many ways they can be harvested, stored, and mixed for your needs.

Peppermint

Peppermint can be used in three forms to help you get through the cold and flu season and symptoms it can bring on. The first method is to use it in an oil diffuser. Find organic and pure peppermint oil and place a few drops in a diffuser. This will fill the air and room with the menthol to help open your sinus passages so you can breath. Continue reading →