DIY Vapor Chest Rub

DIY Vapor Chest Rub

A soothing recipe to keep in your natural medicine cabinet.

Having a cold or the flu is for the birds, but we’re all prone to get them, especially as Summer fades into Fall and the constant climate changes take their toll. It’s so important to have natural, non-toxic remedies on hand like this homemade vapor chest rub.

As much as we try to prepare ahead of time by getting adequate prebiotics and probiotics, we’re all bound to get sick at some point. When I’m sick, there are a few creature comforts I want to have: warm, soothing soup; cozy pillows and blankets; and something to take away the congestion, aches and pains.

As a child, my mom would rub Vicks VapoRub on my chest and under my nose, to this day I instinctively smell that menthol scent and I know relief is on its way. That cooling sensation followed by the decongestant goodness makes any cold or flu more tolerable.

These days I’m more aware of the toxic ingredients used in these OTC remedies. Sure they’re likely to bring relief, but at what cost to our toxic load?

Quite frankly, I’m not too thrilled about the idea of adding toxins in order to relieve symptoms. BUT, if I don’t have an alternative, I’m likely to cave and run to the store at the first sign of congestion or discomfort.

Because cold and flu season is upon us, and the first sniffles and coughs are making their way through our house, it’s timely to share our DIY soothing chest rub and a few other remedies we use to help bring relief and allow for rest so our bodies can heal and restore themselves.

Original article and pictures take everydayfull.com site