HOLIDAY GIFT FROM THE HERBAL FOUR-UM

HERBS TO MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY MERRY     In this article are herbs and herbal products that will help your holidays be more enjoyable and less stressful.  These are just a few of the herbs available for making life a little less work and a little more fun.
 

Herbs:

Chamomile ---A cup of chamomile tea for a cup of calm and comfort.  This tea is great for both adults and children and will soothe and calm after a busy day.  It is also a great digestive aide to make the rich foods less loud after consuming them.

Peppermint ---Peppermint tea is a great digestive aid for the after dinner blah from having too much of a good thing.

Oats ---Surprise!  Yes oats are one of the best herbs for 'feeding' the nervous system.  It is especially good when you are under stress.  A bowl of oats each morning will relax and strengthen you.  Eat it in any form (even cookie).  The only form that has no benefits for the body is instant.  One minute oats are fine.  So have oats for the boost you need during the holidays and every day.

 
Essential Oils:

    For those unfamiliar with essential oils they are great in blends or baths or when used to scent a room.  Never leave where children can reach them since they are very concentrated and potentially toxic if swallowed.

Lavender oil ---This wonderful oil when added to 1/2 cup of milk and poured into your bath will give you the lift you need after a crazy day of shopping, cooking, or just holidaying.  (Yes I know holidaying isn't a real word but it should be).  Lavender oil relaxes and relieves fatigue and muscle pain.
It also is great when placed in a bowl of water on the mantle or on top of the bookcase so that the subtle scent fills the room and brings relief to all that enter.

Almond-Sandello oil ---This blended oil brings incredible topical relief for headaches, foot-aches, or any aches that are the unfortunate side effect of the holiday shopping and preparations.  Massaged into aching muscles it provides relief within minutes.  (It is especially great if someone special massages it in for you!)
 

Flower Essences:

    For those unfamiliar with flower essences they are the safest forms of herbs.  Flower essences are so safe, in fact, that people, pets, children and even plants can use them without worry or harm.  They will even work on birds and reptiles if they are your pet preference.

Five Flower Formula ---(found in Rescue Mist, and Rescue Remedy) is perfect to apply topically or take internally when finding yourself stressed, traumatized, or overwhelmed by the 'joys' of the season.  It is very effective used topically on children, adults, pets, plants and any living thing that has had too much of a good time.

Indian Pink Flower essence ---This flower essence taken 2-4 drops on tongue or on the wrist will help you remain calm and centered in the midst of the chaos that is part of this time of year.  (It also isn't half bad when work is chaotic.)
 

    I hope the information here will help you in having the best holiday ever.  For more information about herbs and their uses contact the Herbal Four-Um at PO Box 620799 Atlanta, GA  30362.  Or call us at (404) 250-7848 and leave a message.

The Best To You And Yours
Sheila Sullivan
 
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