Winter can be a difficult season on your physical and emotional health. The days are shorter, it is cold in most parts of the country, and colds and the flu are more prevalent.
During any season there are a few basics that can help to maintain optimal physical and mental health, such as eating healthful foods, drinking lots of water, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep. However, you may be doing everything “right” and still need a little extra support to get you through those short winter days and long winter nights. Whether diffusing, applying topically, or taking internally, Young Living essential oils can help you strengthen your physical wellness, improve your emotional balance, and fill your home with safe, purifying products.
Here are some ways you can incorporate Young Living essential oils and essential oil-infused products into your daily routine to support your health all winter long:
Utilize the Power of Thieves:
- To help control the spread of germs, wash your hands frequently and incorporate the health-supporting power of any of
our Thieves® products. - Diffuse Thieves essential oil blend day or night to help purify and humidify the air.
- Clean household surfaces with Thieves Wipes or Thieves Household Cleaner.
- If you’re on the go, help sanitize the air with a squirt or two of Thieves Spray.
- Keep Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier in your car, at your desk, and in your purse or bag for a quick and easy cleansing shot. I frequently use a napkin and a small drop to clean my desktop.
Support the Body’s Natural Defenses:
- Citrus oils such as Citrus Fresh™, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Orange, and Tangerine help support the body’s natural defenses. Plus, the fresh, vibrant citrus scents can also help boost your mood during short winter days.
- Mountain Savory™ Oil revitalizes and stimulates the body and has strong purifying properties.
- Clove Oil is an important ingredient in Thieves and helps support the body’s natural response to stress.
- Oregano Oil is known as a purifying oil.
- Thyme Oil was traditionally regarded for its cleansing properties.
- ImmuPower™ Oil is great to diffuse or apply topically to the feet and hands.
- Purification® Oil deodorizes and neutralizes the air.
Support Respiratory Health:
R.C.™ has three varieties of Eucalyptus and is comforting when applied to the chest and throat.- Thieves Lozenges deliver the cleansing power of Thieves for long-lasting relief.
- Breathe Again™ Roll-On Oil creates a soothing aroma.
- Peppermint Oil eases tension and, along with Myrtle and Pine, supports healthy respiratory function.
Get a Good Night’s Sleep:
- Take a soothing bath before bed with some Epsom salts and Peace & Calming® or Dream Catcher™ to promote relaxation.
- Put some water and RutaVaLa™ or Lavender Oil in a spray bottle and spray it on your pillow.
- Diffuse Harmony™, Valor®, Gentle Baby™, Trauma Life™, Stress Away™, or Angelica Oil to help bring a peaceful night’s slumber.
Please leave a comment below to share how you use essential oils to help maintain your health in the winter months.
—Heidi Jeanfreau, YL International and Portfolio Brand Manager
I seem to be struggling with lavender. Whenever I use it or diffuse it my lungs seem to tighten and breathing becomes labored. Do you have any recommendations for sleep aid that do not entail lavender since I think I may be allergic to it? Also do you have any suggestions for respiratory health? I just started using RC and it seems to open me up however it is not lasting.
Hello Sabrina. Sorry that you may be allergic to Lavender. I can give you recommendations on some essential oils and blends that I personally love that do not contain Lavender. Aromaease, Inner Child, Peace & Calming, Cedarwood (with a floral scent), and Angelica; I have found they help me unwind and relax to fall asleep. In the end it’s fun to experimenting with your oils and learning what helps you. Hope that helps and thanks for stopping by with your question.
What blend of oils do I use for a sore throat just a sore throat?
Hi Shannon, Young Living’s products are intended only for the use listed on individual labels—either for topical/aromatic use or as a dietary supplement. Please always refer to the label for usage directions. Because Young Living’s products are not labeled to be used as drugs, they are not intended for use in the treatment or cure of disease or any abnormal function of the body, including ailments or injuries. Therefore, Young Living cannot provide advice or recommendation for products to address any type of disease, ailment, or injury. We advise that you consult with a medical professional on your specific issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Hi, I have a head cold, stuffy ear’s, body aches, and dizziness, what’s the best oil’s to use in the bath or in general, I have been using Raven and clove oil mixed with a bit of coconut oil on my feet, it helped some, and thank you for your help
Hi Tina, Young Living’s products are intended only for the use listed on individual labels—either for topical/aromatic use or as a dietary supplement. Please always refer to the label for usage directions. Because Young Living’s products are not labeled to be used as drugs, they are not intended for use in the treatment or cure of disease or any abnormal function of the body, including ailments or injuries. Therefore, Young Living cannot provide advice or recommendation for products to address any type of disease, ailment, or injury. We advise that you consult with a medical professional on your specific issue.
When I go on mission trips, I always add one-two drop(s) of Oregano Vitality to a bottle of water once or twice a day, and just refill my bottle as much as I need to. :)
A good-read indeed. I need to research about the best practices while diffusing the aroma oils at home, is it a healthy practice to diffuse for continuous 24 hours on a daily basis, as I need a consistent pleasant feel around me, shall I do it?
Hi Sophie, Please refer to the aromatic usage directions on the individual product labels for the recommend diffusing time. Thanks for stopping by!
How often can you use RC oils on your chest ?
Hi Diane, Please follow the label directions for topical application which state, Dilute 1 drop with 1 drop of V-6™ or olive oil and apply to desired area as needed. Thanks for stopping by with your question!
Can you use both Valor and Peace & Calming essential oils in diffuser at same time?
Hi Barb, Thanks for your question. Yes, since Valor and Peace & Calming are both aromatic/topical essential oils, you can create your own diffusion blend with those oils if you would like.
14 drops of Thieves everyday in a veggie capsule, everyday throughout the year. If I start to get a sore throat (first sign of illness), I’ll take an Inner Defense, spray Thieves Spray at the back of my throat, and maybe use Thieves or Immupower on my feet. If need be, I’ll switch off and use RC on my throat and/or chest, sometimes on my feet, and take more Inner Defense. If the sore throat keeps coming back, I’ll use Eucalyptus Blue on my feet (this was a tip given to me by a Canadian Independent Distributor I briefly met at the first Young Living Beauty School last March).