Cold Relief Herbal Soak

If you do manage to get a cold this season, even with all the anti-cold tips, the following herbal soak may help you feel better.

• 4 parts dried lavender
• 4 parts dried rosemary
• 4 parts chopped fresh ginger root or 2 parts ginger powder
• 2 parts dried eucalyptus

Use 1/2 cup of dried herbs or one to two cups of fresh herbs. Crush the herbs first to release their essential oils. Mix the herbs and tie them into a square of muslin or a handkerchief. Hang the bag under the faucet as you fill the tub. The bag can be used to scrub your skin as well.

By Kathy