You Do you snore and is it ruining your life and the lives of those around you? In fact, the volume produced by snoring can be very high. If this can a more serious pathology such as sleep apnea, many parameters can cause snoring. parameters can lead to snoring. Often due to a bad position or airway congestion, snoring can be very tiring for the person who for the person who does not breathe freely and for the people around him who do not have who do not have a quiet place to sleep.

Factors that can cause snoring 

The factors influencing snoring are multiple. When we breathe, the muscles of the throat or pharynx vibrate when air passes through. If the space If the space is too small, unpleasant snoring sounds can be heard. A tightening of the of the ducts occurs at night, because the muscles relax, but this can be but this can be accentuated by being overweight and drinking alcohol, for example.

In this case, avoid the position on the back which accentuates the phenomenon. But these are not the only factors, because a blocked nose as well as anxiety or stress stress will not help the situation.It is especially especially on its parameters that essential oils will be able to act. There are several capable of improving the situation by relaxing the tissues and clearing the airways de-cluttering the respiratory tract.

Shell Marjoram will be the most versatile versatile by acting at the same time as relaxing and anti-stress and will participate and will also participate in the de-cluttering of the respiratory tract. The essential oils of Peppermint, d'Eucalyptus Radiant, en Pin Sylvestre and finally Citron will also be of great help.

What are the most effective essential oils against snoring? 

The essential oil of marjoram for a global action

Essential oil of Marjoram comes from the distillation of the flowers of the plant of the same name also cultivated as aromatic plant. Calming, it helps to find a soothed sleep. It also has the capacity to free the respiratory tracts, a real plus to fight against snoring.

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•  How to use it?

Two drops on a handkerchief to be placed next to your pillow, to be renewed each evening at bedtime. at bedtime. It can also be used in diffusion: place 10 drops of of Marjoram essence in an appropriate diffuser.

• Precautions : In case of asthma, medical advice is necessary.

This essential oil contains several allergens (limonene, neral, geraniol, linalool, citronnellol, eugenol), it is preferable to make a test in the a test in the hollow of the elbow before regular use.

• Contre-indications :

This essential oil is rather soft and can be used by the greatest number with the exception except for pregnant women under 3 months, breastfeeding women, as well as children breast-feeding women, as well as children under 3 years. On the other hand if you suffer from acute hypotension, the essence of marjoram with shell is contraindicated. There are also side effects which it is not necessary to neglect neglect, like drowsiness and dizziness as well as a risk of addiction. In ingested in large doses and over a long period of time, this essence can be toxic to the be toxic for the liver.

Eucalyptus oil to breathe freely 

In aromatherapy, essential oil of Eucalyptus radiata is known to liberate the respiratory tract, thanks to a very high content of cineole. Extracted from from the leaves of the tree of the same name, found in Australia, it acts as a decongestant of the nasal mucous membranes and will be perfect to reduce snoring due to airway congestion.

• How to use Eucalyptus radiata? 

Put 5 drops of Eucalyptus radiata essential oil in 30 mL of water, with 20 drops of dispersant drops of dispersant, shake and spray the mixture on the pillow, every night at bedtime. night at bedtime.

• Precautions: 

The use of of Eucalyptus Radié essence, requires the advice of a specialist for the people people suffering from asthma or epilepsy. This essential oil contains several allergens (limonene, neral, geraniol, linalol, citronellol), it is preferable to make a test in the hollow of the elbow before regular use.

• Contre-indications : 

The essence of Eucalyptus radiata is not suitable for pregnant women under three months or breastfeeding, as well as infants of three months and less.

The essential oil of Scots pine, the decongestant 

This essence is obtained by hydrodistillation of the needles of the Pin SylvestreThis conifer is very common in Europe. It is also the origin of turpentine and its wood is used in furniture making. The perfume diffused by its essential oil is very appreciated and the presence of cineol and alpha-pinene allows the liberation of the upper and lower respiratory tracts, thus reducing the risks of snoring.

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• How to use ?

In inhalation, to unblock the respiratory tracts, pour 2 drops of essence of Scots Pine on a handkerchief or in a bowl of very hot water on a handkerchief or in a bowl of very hot water (to breathe in for 10 minutes, with a towel covering the head) before going to bed. for 10 minutes, with a towel covering the head) before bedtime.

• Precautions:

The people suffering from asthma or epilepsy can use this essence only under medical supervision. under medical supervision. Be also careful with the cutaneous irritations, the essential oil of Scots pine must be diluted to 30 % in a vegetable oil before before application. The pure diffusion is possible, but a dilution in other essences (citrus fruits for example) allows to decrease the risk irritation of the respiratory mucous membranes. This essential oil contains only one allergen, the limonene, prefer to make a test in the hollow of the elbow before regular use.

• Contre-indications :  

Si the essential oil of Scots Pine can be enjoyed by almost the entire family family, except for infants under 3 months of age. It is adapted only to adults and teenagers for the other modes of administration, except for pregnant women of less than 3 months, and nursing mothers. Also, the oral intake requires some additional precautions, this essence being potentially additional precautions, this essence being potentially nephrotoxic at high and repeated doses and repeated doses, it is not appropriate for the subjects reached of renal insufficiency It is not suitable for people with renal insufficiency or kidney problems. Note that it also has a cortison-like action.

Peppermint essential oil, the refreshing one 

The Peppermint is an aromatic and medicinal herbaceous plant that is found in many found in many latitudes. With a content, between high in menthol, which gives it its refreshing and astringent properties. By facilitating the contraction of the blood vessels and the inflamed nasal mucous membrane it will facilitate breathing and relax before sleeping.

• How to use Peppermint essential oil ? 

Put 5 drops of Peppermint essential oil in 30 mL of water, with 20 drops of dispersant, shake and spray the mixture on the pillow (avoid eye level) eye level), every night at bedtime.

• Precautions:

The use of of the essential oil of Peppermint requires a medical opinion for the asthmatic and epileptic asthmatics and epileptics. The opinion of a therapist is essential for a catch in the duration.

• Contraindications:

Contraindicated for pregnant or breast-feeding women, for children under 6 years old and elderly people. Irritating for the ocular mucous membranes, avoid any contact with contact with the eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with a little of vegetable oil on a compress, then rinse with water.

The Peppermint can have neurotoxic effects at high doses and has an estrogen-like action. estrogen-like action.

Do not Do not use in case of : G6PD enzyme deficiency, as it can cause jaundice (jaundice), in case of gallstones, inflammation of the gallbladder, severe inflammation of the gallbladder, severe liver disorders, high blood pressure and in case of cardiovascular problems.

 Lemon essence for nervous balance 

Lemon essential oil is obtained by cold expression of the zests of this citrus fruit which grows in all seasons. For people who are anxious or stressed, this essence will blend perfectly with that of Scots pine to diffuse a soft and reassuring fragrance, allowing a snore-free sleep. 

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• How to use this oil ?

This essential oil can be applied in the nostrils by means of a cotton swab after having made the following mixture: 2 drops of Lemon essence in 2 drops of vegetable oil (e.g. Sweet Almond).

• Precautions:

The essential oils of lemon with furocoumarins are photosensitizing and should not be should not be applied to the skin before sun exposure. Irritating for the skin, we will take care to dilute them before application. Attention also to its nephrotoxic effect in high doses and when used for a long time, as well as to its as well as its cortison-like action. The epileptic subjects use this oil only under medical supervision.

• Contre-indications :

This essence is intended for a wide audience, however, children under 3 years old as well as pregnant women of less than three months and breast-feeding women should not consume it.

Combine essential oils for a natural treatment for snoring 

In order the effects of essential oils, it is always interesting to combine them. to combine them.

The powerful: In a bottle place :

• 3 mL ofEucalyptus Radié essence , 
• 1.5 mL of Peppermint and the same dose of Pin Sylvestre, 
• in 10 mL ofsweet almond vegetable oil sweet. 

Lightly massage the throat and chest before bedtime. Take a break after three weeks of use.

Complete it: In a spray bottle, add :

• 2 mL ofEucalyptus Radié essence, 
• 3 mL d'essential oil of Lemon, 
• 1 mL of Peppermint, 
• all in 24 mL of apricot kernel vegetable oil.

At bedtime, spray once or twice in the back of the mouth in the bottom of the mouth.

Dissemination: Pouring:

• 1 drop of essence ofEucalyptus Radiant, en Pin Sylvestre and Marjoram Shells in a diffuser adapted for 30 minutes before bedtime.