Herbal Steam - Decongestant.

I had written a post when I started this blog, called Healing Steam – Cough, Cold, & Stuffed up Noses. This is for a similar steam with different ingredient options. I decided to make a new one with just herbs. Herbal steams can be so beneficial. This steam works wonderfully for chest congestion, coughs and stuffed up noses.



 

To Make:

2 tsp each of the following herbs:

• Eucalyptus (I crushed 2 full leaves)  (Or 2 drops Eucalyptus Oil)


• Chamomile


• Calendula


• Peppermint (Fresh or dried) (or 2 drops Peppermint Oil)

• A large heat safe bowl


• Boiled water

To Use:

• Place your herbs in a heat proof bowl and pour in enough steaming water to cover the herbs.


• With a towel over your head to create a 'tent', hover over the bowl inhaling the steam. (be sure the steam isn't so hot that it may burn your face) I like to keep my eyes closed because the peppermint can make them water.

This brews into a beautiful dark tea. The strained water (once cooled to being warm but not hot) could probably be used for extra relief by soaking a cloth in the mixture and laying it across your chest.  I'm going to try it and I'll let you all know.

What are your favorite herbal steam blends?

HAPPY HEALING <3

*Medical advice should be sought for those who suffer from asthma or allergies prior to using a herbal steam.*

I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs for all of your herbal healing needs! You can purchase any extra supplies over at Amazon.ca.
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