Where to start fighting the bugs.
As the seasons change, temperatures fluctuate and the kids are back at school, we know the bugs can start to circulate.
Common sense has to prevail in lots of ways, but there are a number of simple things we can do to protect ourselves, and guard against airborne germs, as well as helping our bodies and immune systems to stay strong.
Where to start fighting the bugs?
The first step toward staying healthy is to choose a healthy lifestyle. It’s the
most simple and effective way to fight away bugs and germs.
Every part of your body, including your immune system, functions better when it
is supported by healthy-living strategies such as:
- a diet high in fruit and vegetables
- regular hydration and exercise
- adequate sleep
- good hygiene (eg, washing your hands frequently)
- low stress.
Day-to-day protection
Supplement a healthy lifestyle with these common sense daily practices so you are one step closer to protecting yourself and your family:
- wash your hands frequently
- clean home and work surfaces regularly
- cover your mouth and nose if needed
- don’t share drinking and eating utensils.
Stay Absolutely Immune
An added layer of protection
If you want to be extra sure, and add another layer of protection against seasonal ills and zealous bugs, then using pure, organic, therapeutic essential plant oils to build up the defences is a great place to start.
We all know this, but sometimes we have to remind ourselves.
You know that our Absolute Essential products offer a naturally effective
way to keep the family strong, healthy and safe.
Anti-inflammatory, decongestant, expectorant, analgesic and relaxing properties are all readily available with the right combination of pure essential oils – as are important nutrients and detoxifying compounds
Try combining these products:
EUCALYPTUS AUSTRALIANA
OIL (ORGANIC) Quite possibly the best known cough and flu remedy of all time.
LAVENDER SPIKE OIL (ORGANIC)
Calming, relaxing, complete family care.
MANUKA OIL (WILD)
An immunity staple with added cleansing properties.
TEA TREE OIL (ORGANIC)
A general immune tonic, cleansing and antibacterial.
LEMON OIL (ORGANIC)
Family-friendly, refreshing and immune boosting.
PEPPERMINT OIL (ORGANIC)
Supports healthy breathing, clears congestion.
THYME THYMOL OIL (ORGANIC)
Supports natural immune functions and healthy respiratory activity.
OR try either of the following on their own and layer up the protection with these immune boosting, defence strengthening, certified organic blends.
IMMUNE PLUS (ORGANIC) AND
CHILD CARE: IMMUNE PLUS
(ORGANIC) are two Absolute Essential synergies that have been professionally formulated to bring the most effective combination of pure essential oils together for maximum immune protection and winter health. Not only convenient, but also a cost-efficient way to get all the essential oils you need in one hit. Pure blend magic!
- always use as directed
SOURCE: Absolute Essential
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