It’s March and I just received a message that my son’s teacher is out with the flu! This is two weeks after the school was closed for a nasty stomach virus. The flu, viruses and the stomach bug have wreaked havoc in our area this winter. We take some pretty serious precautions in our home on a daily basis to boost our immunity and I wanted to share what we do with you!
Thieves Oil for Immunity Boosting
Out most tried and true method is Thieves oil by Young Living. We have been using this oil EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. for the last 5 years. Thieves oil is a blend of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata and Rosmary essential oils. The legend is that hundreds of years ago some thieves were stealing from dead bodies that had died from the plague and because they carried this combination of spices with them, did not get sick.
Thieves oil from Young Living can be used on the skin, aromatically and internally. I have used it all three ways, but currently I put a drop or 2 in both bedroom diffusers at night and it is part of our immunity booster roller we use daily. The roller can be rolled on the bottoms of the feet or the base of the spine. We usually just use it once a day but during periods of germs in the house, I have been known to use it every time I walk by the roller!
Elderberry Syrup
The next two things we use are newer for us but have been incredible additions. We have started using Elderberry Syrup daily this winter. I order the dried elderberries with spices already added and all I have to do is boil with water for 45 minutes, add local honey, and it’s ready to go! Elderberry was traditionally used by Native American’s to treat infection. We take one tablespoon daily, but it can be used every few hours when sick. I order my DIY kit here: www.etsy.com/shop/CoxHomestead.
Kidscents MightyPro for Gut Health
The last thing we have added to our immunity boosting supplies is Kidscents MightyPro by Young Living. MightyPro is a combo of prebiotics and probiotics in a supplement formulated for children. Good gut health equals a stronger immune system. If your gut isn’t health, you are more prone to catch all the things! MightyPro is a yummy mix that is almost like a pixie stick and is the perfect way to get this goodness into kids bellies!
Edited to add: It has been two years since I wrote this post and this is still our go-to during germy season!
I know you have to be more interested in learning about these products so click here or message me! We are thrilled with our health this winter and I want to make sure you knew about these marvelous products!! What do you use to keep your family healthy??
