Four Natural Allergy Remedies

Pollen allergies can put people in a miserable state. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.These four natural remedies will provide more than an ounce of relief with none of  negative side effects pharmaceuticals can cause. For fatigue, headaches, sinus pain, itchy watery eyes and congestion, try:

1. Vitamin C- It's a natural antihistamine and very gentle. 500-1000 mg is recommended
2. Spice-Chilly pepper and cayenne both help to remedy stuffy noses,sinus pain and congestion 
3. Peppermint Tea- Eases headaches and congestion.Green tea can be a preventative measure.
4. Aromatherapy-Lavender, Eucalyptus, Tea tree and Peppermint ease headaches, lethargy and fatigue.

Vitamin C,being a natural antihistamine, reduces cold and allergy symptoms by reducing histamine in the body.Histamine is released by the body in allergic reaction to pollen causing itchy, swollen, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, wheezing, swollen lips, shortness of breath, irritated skin and coughing. Vitamin C daily dosage amounts can be adjusted to bowel tolerance.

Chilly pepper and cayenne pepper both have a compound called capsiacin.Capsaicin can clear up sinus pressure, sinus pain and nasal congestion. It has natural pain relieving properties, as well. The healing properties in spices are truly amazing.

Peppermint boosts circulation, reduces drowsiness, aches and pains and boosts immunity. The tea is great for headaches, congestion and fatigue. Peppermint tea is a mild alternative to peppermint aromatherapy which is swift acting, strong smelling and potent. None of which are bad things, however people aren't always willing to deal with the strong smell of peppermint essential oil or the stimulating effects.

Aromatherapy offers world of natural cures, pain remedies and support for vibrant health and well being. Lavender, Eucalyptus, Tea tree and Peppermint are four greats for headaches and fatigue. How to actually use aromatherapy effectively at home and on the go is a big topic. Easy effective and safe application methods for when you're on the go include:

•  inhaling aromatherapy directly from the the bottle to clear sinuses and get a boost
• applying your blend directly to pulse points, scalp or temples
• using an aromatherapy desk top or car diffuser
• carry a mists to spray and breath as needed

At home use aromatherapy in the bath, your body lotion or oil, for massage, facial steams, foot soaks, candles and room diffusers. Or get an aromatherapy massage, scalp and sinus massage, foot massage, body scrub or any spa service utilizing high quality, pure essential oils. Call Urban Sanctuary for an aromatherapy consultation or to book an appointment for a spa service.Send in a friend and make someone happy! Shop our aromatherapy candles, soaps, baths, scrubs, bath bombs, lotions, salts and soaks online.

Be Kind To Your Sinuses. Unwind at Urban Sanctuary in Athens, Georgia. Voted Best Day Spa 8 years in a row. Serving up aromatherapy seven days a week for 10 years.

Nettle Remedy Oil: A Winter Wonder for Dry Itchy Skin and Achy Joints

Nettle Remedy Oil can be purchased at Urban Sanctuary. Shop our Farmesthetics products online.

Nettle (Urtica Dioica) has been employed for centuries in both the Eastern and Western worlds to treat allergies, skin irritations, internal health problems and arthritis. Nettle leaf is commonly prescribed in Germany to treat bladder infections, kidney stones, allergies and arthritis. It is very popular in Austria, England and China, as well. Nettle is a wonder cure for skin irritations and achy joints. Recent studies conducted at the National School of Naturopathic Medicine, in Portland Oregon, show that Nettle is extremely effective for treating allergies with little to no negative side effects. Try Nettle Remedy Oil for:

• achy joints
• stiff fingers and toes
• high blood pressure
• allergies
• childhood eczema
• dry scalp and dandruff
• sciatica
• bronchitus
• bursitus
• bladder infections
• cold and flu

Nervous tension and many of the above ailments are well remedied with topical application Of Nettles Remedy Oil. Take a hot bath with 2-4 capfuls in it. Try scalp massage, abdominal massage, a chest rub, neck rub, hand and foot massage or a full body massage with Nettles Oil. These methods of application will allow you to reap the healing benefits for yourself.

Call Urban Sanctuary at 706-613-3947 to book yourself a massage incorporating our Farmesthetics Nettle Remedy oil or to purchase a bottle for home use. View our foot massage, scalp massage, specialty massage, products and gift certificates online. Urban Sanctuary has been voted Best Day Spa in Athens, Georgia 8 times! We are open 7 days a week. Be kind to yourself. Unwind at Urban Sanctuary... 

Add 2-4 caps full of Nettle Remedy Oil to a hot bath for relief from arthritis, dry itchy skin and nervous tension.

Lemon Balm Remedy Oil: Great Sleep Aid with Many Benefits

Farmaesthetics remedy oils are available at Urban Sanctuary in Athens, Georgia.

Lemon Balm is a very effective sleep aid. Its medicinal oil has many healing properties. Ancient Greeks used Lemon Balm to cure a variety of physical ailments and nervous conditions. These included dog bites, nausea, anxiety, tooth aches, ear aches and depression. Here are some of the conditions that are well treated with Lemon Balm today:

• insomnia
• restlessness
• nervous exhaustion
• fever
• high blood pressure
• poor concentration
• upset stomach
• anxiety
• frayed nerves
• heart palpitations
• depression
• influenza
• toothache
• earache
• menstrual cramps

Lemon Balm has been known to improve attention span, learning, concentration, comprehension and ability to memorize images. Several studies have concluded that Lemon Balm strengthens mental capacities in numerous and measurable ways. Wonderful!

Use Lemon Balm for massage, foot soaks, baths and hot or cold compresses. Buy a bottle at Urban Sanctuary to take home for yourself. You may also purchase a bottle to incorporate into your foot massage, scalp massage or full body massage at Urban Sanctuary and take the left overs home. Just call ahead 706-613-3947 to be sure that we have it in stock. Be kind to yourself. When in Athens, Georgia, unwind at Urban Sanctuary.

Urban Sanctuary has been voted Best and Favorite Day Spa in Athens 7 times!!