Your Green Life

Health care has been in the news a lot recently. With health costs rising, many consumers have turned to home remedies for day-to-day ailments that have not reached the level of having to go see the doctor yet. You can save a significant amount of money by making your own home remedy medicines before its time to go see the doctor. Of course, home remedies are no replacement for professional medical treatment, but if you have a choice of making your own chest rub or buying an over-priced over-the-counter medicine, it may be worth a try to help save you money and live a bit greener life.

Bronchitis Chest Rub

What Ingredients Do You Need to Make the Bronchitis Chest Rub?

5-10 Drops Wintergreen Essential or Eucalyptus Oil

30 Crops of a Massage Oil such as Avocado, Almond, or JoJoba Oil

Small Bowl to Mix the Rub

Stirring Device

How Do You Make the Chest Rub?

Step 1 – Pour approximately 30 drops of the massage or carrier oil into a small bowl.

Step 2 – Pour or drop the essential oil into the bowl

Step 3 – Mix the oils together using a stirring device such as a spoon or whisk.

How Do You Use the Bronchitis Chest Rub?

Step 1 – Rub the oil on your or the affected person’s chest.

Step 2 – Cover the chest with cloth or a thin towel.

Step 3 – Place a hot-water bottle or heating pad on top of the cloth.

Step 4 – Relax and let the rub take effect.

Note:

Home remedies are not a replacement for seeking a medical professional’s advice. They can help you save money compared to over-the-counter medicines. Green Life Guide provides home remedies for consideration, but does not recommend that you use them in place of seeking professional medical assistance.