Jul 17, 2014 | Uncategorized
The cramps that accompany getting your period can put a real damper on your day and plans.
So it’s no surprise that when that time of the month rolls around, women sometimes feel the need to wear a neon sign that reads, ‘approach with caution’.
Women have a super power of being able to be in pain and get on with life anyway.
But do you know how to relieve the pain naturally without heading straight for the pain meds? Not many women do but it would make things much healthier in the end if they did.
The truth is, women’s reproductive systems and overall health are requesting (begging) for a better way.
So, I have compiled a small yet helpful list of natural home remedies to ease that pesky menstrual pain.
Hot shower.
Not just any hot shower. Turn up the heat as much as you can stand it. Let the steam add up. While you’re at it, spray some of Eurospa’s Eucalyptus Shower Spray into the steam. The cleansing nature of the oil will be heightened in the stream and permeate your bronchial passages, resulting in relaxation and a further detoxified system. Make sure that while you allow the hot water to really fall on your lower back. This will relax those aching muscles and give you the chance to, at the same time, massage your lower belly which actually makes the process of ‘release’ more efficient! Who wouldn’t want that?
Massage.
Just as mentioned above, you can also do a similar massage while laying down. I suggest getting some massage oil. A warming oil would be great, but if you only have a regular base, try adding some other essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus and cinnamon to the massage. Lavender will relax and calm you, the cinnamon aids in circulation (bringing comfort) and the eucalyptus is actually a very good topical anti-inflammatory. I did this step recently and slept so much better that night.
Hot Water Bottles.
Yep, I mean the same kind you may (or may not) remember your grandparents using for their back pain. They may seem old-fashioned, but they really, truly help warm and relax the muscles in your lower abdomen. They are an affordable and worthy investment that will bring you relief month after month. GO get one.
Just Say NO to Caffeine.
Don’t freak out… I know it’s an intimidating thought, but eliminating caffeine from your diet could help alleviate a large amount of menstrual pain. Caffeine constricts your blood levels and raises tension: so when you’re suffering from cramps, you want to get the opposite happening. Additionally, caffeine dehydrates you, causing the cleanse to be a slower process. Drinking water and herbal tea instead will not only keep your flow hydrated, but will also help relieve bloating that may occur during your period.
I’m not saying this will make your reproductive pain disappear all together, but I do believe you will feel more alive and able to function more comfortably and happily.
It’s a part of life, but it doesn’t need to control you.
At Eurospa, we enjoy bringing more quality to your life! Stop by and see what we can do to better your health and daily living!
May 19, 2014 | Aromatherapy, Health & Wellness
Menthol Crystals are being talked about more and more these days, but do you really know what they are and how they will benefit you? Originally known as Japanese Mint, the herb was exported out of Japan and into India. Currently grown in northern India, the leaves of this incredible herb contain 70 percent menthol, releasing a powerfully pleasant aroma of mint. The crystals offer the world many ways and applications to take advantage of it’s wonderfully healing nature.
Let’s look at a some more information and ways that you can invite this plant’s power into your own life, health and home.
Description
A natural product, menthol crystals contain and release a cool and refreshing smell of mint. Derived from the extraction of oil from mint, menthol is an herbal compound, formerly known as peppermint camphor. The crystals work well in any product requiring a strong flavor or aroma, with the added bonus of its ability to relieve pain and soothe the body.
Uses in Health and Beauty:
Menthol crystals are added to other great ingredients used in cosmetics, creams, toothpaste, dental rinses, cough drops and even shampoos. Because of its analgesic properties, menthol crystals can relieve body aches and soothe muscle pains. On a more precise and symptomatic level, the essence of menthol can clear up coughing and breathing problems. Simply place a few crystals in the steam of your shower or steam room and inhale the vapors to clear your sinuses. Rub the crystals along the shower walls and the steam will release menthol while you rejuvenate in the shower. With the combination of the heat and menthol your sinuses will open, your body aches will be relaxed and throat pain will be soothed. Menthol crystals will also dissolve in alcohol and oil, allowing their strong smell to make them a desirable product for home fragrances and perfumes.
For Use In the Home:
When using menthol crystals at home to prepare various products like a salve or fragrance, always wear a mask. Avoid placing your head directly over the bowl or other container containing the crystals. The smell of 100 percent menthol crystals is very powerful. Menthol crystals are soluble in alcohol and oils like olive oil but not in water. They melt around 107 degrees Fahrenheit. Ratios of 5 to 20 per cent menthol are common but for home use start with a low percentage until you develop a feel for the potency of the crystals and your own tolerance.
For Topical Use:
Menthol crystals can be used topically to soothe sore and stiff muscles, but make sure they are diluted with a carrier oil such as olive, coconut or jojoba oil. Rub the crystals in the carrier, over the area of the skin where the muscles are sore. The first sensation that you’ll feel will be an icy cooling, followed by numbness and partial incapacity of muscle use. This occurs, as the menthol crystals stimulate the nerve endings in the skin, creating that cold and numbing sensation.
All EuroSpa Aromatics’ products significantly exceed the pharmaceutical standard. All of our products are fresh and non-toxic. At Eurospa Aromatics, health quality is our main priority. We look forward to hearing from you and allowing us to supply you with our products, which we firmly believe make your members healthier and happier.
Mar 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
I don’t know about you, but I have seen far to many coughs and respiratory infections these days and it’s time we start talking about ways to cure this beast at home – and FAST.
The cold season can be feisty one, wreaking havoc in homes all over. Now that spring is upon us, it is important, more than ever to nip this thing in the bud, so we all can go back to enjoying the return of the sunshine!
First of all – let’s talk immune boosters. Those pesky germs are likely to come around regardless, so it’s best to remain prepared and ready to fight them off at all costs!
- Up Your Greens! Now, I understand that many people may wince at the very thought of this, but I’m here to say, “It’s time to overcome your aversion!” Green foods have the highest amount of balanced proteins, vitamins and minerals of our diet. Our white blood cells require their nutrients to function properly.
- Hydrate! It’s really hard for you to have too much water. Every one of your cells require it and all of your organs as well. More water means the viruses are more quickly and efficiently carried out of the body.
- Sleep! Get enough of it. Only you know how much you need. Some people need 8 hours and others need less. The point is to do what’s best for your body. What’s best may not be convenient, but it sure is more convenient that being sick for two weeks.
If you’re unlucky enough to have that viral visitor drop by, here are some safe and natural ways to get you feeling healthy again.
Coughs: First of all, there are two main categories of herbs that are used in DIY home cough remedies: antitussives, meant for clearing the lungs of congestion and make coughing more productive and expectorants, meant for those dry, hacking cough to calm the reflex and act as a mild sedative.
I found this great recipe for herbal cough syrup from wellnessmama! (not affiliated, just passing on the pearls of wisdom)
*Homemade herbal cough syrup that soothes the throat to ease coughing and promote restful sleep.
Author: Wellness Mama
Recipe type: Remedy
Serves: 8+
Instructions
- Pour the water into a medium saucepan and add the dried herbs.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer until the volume is reduced by about half. (You will need 1 cup of liquid after herbs are strained off)
- Pour through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove herbs (compost the herbs!).
- While liquid is still warm (not boiling) mix with lemon juice and honey and stir well.
- Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 months.
Notes
I give 1 teaspoon to children and 1 tablespoon to adults as needed for symptoms.*
GET IT OUT! Check out our own Eucalyptus Shower Mist and spray it into every room and as a cleaning solution for door handles to kill the active invader. What’s even better, is that you can spray it into the steam of your shower for a vaporizing effect!
We just want you to feel better and hope that you found this helpful!
We’d love to hear from YOU! What do you do to conquer the cough? Please let us know in the comments below!
Have a healthy day!
by: Navae Fiona
