A runny nose of any origin always leads to severe injury to the nasal mucous membranes. The shell, in response to contact with a pathogenic factor, can dry out, ulcerate, and become covered with crusts that are difficult to separate.
A variety of natural essential oils, which are used to lubricate the nasal cavity, help cope with such pathological changes. One of the most popular oils used for these purposes is peach oil, which has many beneficial properties.
Properties of a folk remedy
Peach oil has a number of qualities that help fight changes that occur in the nasal cavity during a runny nose. This is primarily due to the ability of the oil to have a softening effect. The fact is that peach oil has a mild dissolving effect, helping to avoid the formation of hard crusts, which are then difficult to calve.
- Peach oil, when used in the nose, not only helps maintain the integrity of the mucous membrane, preventing the formation of crusts. It also creates a thin protective layer on the surface, which makes it difficult for harmful microorganisms to penetrate cells . Thus, it is possible to stop the spread of the inflammatory process.
- The oil obtained from peach seeds has a rich set of useful elements that should have been used by the plant for growth and development. In case of contact with the mucous membrane, the beneficial substances remaining in the oil promote healing processes and improve tissue tone.
- If the cause of your runny nose is an infection, then the oil will help cope with it. This property is ensured due to the content of phytancides, which serve as a natural protection for plants from various diseases (after all, unlike humans, they do not have a full-fledged immune system).
The last, least pronounced property of peach oil is its ability to relieve inflammation. This property is not very pronounced in all oils, however, with systematic use, oils can easily replace more harmful drugs that have a vasoconstrictor effect.
With their help, you can relieve not only inflammation, but also facilitate nasal breathing, as a person will get rid of swelling of the mucous membranes and nasal congestion.
Using peach oil in the nose
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Not everyone knows that peach oil is used not only for cosmetic purposes, but also as a hygienic, medicinal and health-improving refrigerant.
Properties of peach oil for the nose
Peach is produced by cold pressing the fruit bones. The product is suitable for nasal passages as it contains all the beneficial fruit substances in a constant state.
The oil has all the properties of a natural hygienic and healing product used for ENT organs. Exactly:
- cleanses the mucous membrane, softening the crusts that form;
- moisturizes the mucous membrane, especially when the air in the room dries out due to central heating;
- thins and helps remove mucus in respiratory diseases;
- destroys pathogenic flora and thereby promotes faster healing of colds and viral diseases;
- protects the mucous membrane from the penetration of microbes during viral diseases;
- makes the walls of blood vessels stronger and more elastic;
- prevents the development of chronic ENT diseases: Sinusitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, sinusitis, etc.
Composition and production of peach oil
Peach oil refers to oils obtained from plant seeds. It is possible to achieve the release of oil from the seeds through mechanical pressing. After pressing, a ready-to-use product is obtained, which generally does not require the use of additional additives to improve preservation. This fact allows us to say that peach oil is natural and, ideally, does not contain any chemicals.
Peach oil contains many useful substances, which ideally should ensure the normal growth and development of the future tree, and which ultimately end up in the oil and ensure its properties. The following beneficial substances can be identified in the oil:
- various polyunsaturated fatty acids;
- vitamin complex (peach oil is especially rich in vitamins A, C, E, P, and also contains some vitamins from group B);
- carotenoids (responsible for the antioxidant function, preventing oxidative harmful processes in the body);
- tocopherols (also act as active antioxidants, slow down the aging process, sometimes combined in the form of vitamin E);
- phospholipids (elements necessary for the full construction of new cells, in particular, are actively involved in the construction of cell membranes).
Peach oil also contains a complex of micro- and macroelements, which are also necessary for the full healing process of the mucous membrane. It is the composition of the oil that ensures its properties and allows the use of peach oil in the treatment of the throat and nose.
The healing properties of oil and how not to make a mistake with the choice
Many people don’t even realize that peach oil is obtained not from the pulp of the fruit, but from the seeds. Thanks to the cold-press method, the final product retains a sufficient amount of nutrients, vitamins and minerals, which makes its use quite effective for a runny nose. Among them:
- vitamins A, B, D, E, C and P;
- minerals – iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus;
- various enzymes, proteins and carbohydrates;
- a number of fatty acids.
It is important to pay attention to the fact that peach oil can also be used for cosmetic purposes. Its use for treatment purposes is prohibited. In order not to make a mistake, you only need to buy the product at a pharmacy and be sure to check its composition before purchasing to see if it contains any cosmetic additives.
Using peach oil for the nose
Peach oil, when chosen correctly, is an all-natural remedy. This fact makes it possible to use it for a long time without fear of encountering side effects. Also, peach oil rarely acts as an allergen, which only expands the range of its use.
Peach oil is used according to the following simple scheme: 15-20 drops of the product are instilled daily into each nostril of a child or adult. It is good if the instilled product can be kept in the nasal cavities for some time, but if this is not possible and the person begins to sneeze reflexively, there is also no need to be upset, since this is a normal reaction and some of the oil still remains on the walls of the nose.
The instillation is repeated daily; in case of a severe runny nose or if crusts are actively forming in the nose, the procedure can be carried out twice a day. To cope with the problem, daily use of the product for a week is usually enough.
Regular use of oil according to this simple scheme will help get rid of not only crusts that can form on the surface of the mucous membrane. In this way, excess mucus can be removed, especially if it is formed excessively.
Before instilling oil into the nose, you can carry out preliminary rinsing with saline. Such rinses will increase the effectiveness of oil use, making the procedures more beneficial.
If a person needs to recover from sinusitis or rhinitis, then it is recommended to use not only peach oil with rinses. A full-fledged drug therapy, which will be selected by a doctor, is also necessary. You can improve the effectiveness of peach oil against these diseases by adding a little St. John's wort oil to it (on average the ratio should be approximately 3:1).
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- How to cure a runny nose at home;
- How to quickly cure sinusitis at home.
If a person is diagnosed with a bacterial disease, simply instilling peach oil may not be effective enough. In this case, it is recommended to use a mixture of several oils. For example, add a drop of tea tree and lavender oils to a teaspoon of peach oil. 2-3 drops of the resulting mixture are dripped into the nose. An alternative is to mix peach oil and propolis tincture in a 3:1 ratio.
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With a sharp change in climate, as well as with certain diseases, dry mucous membranes develop, which can cause significant discomfort. You can also combat dryness by putting 10-15 drops of oil into your nose or, alternatively, soaking cotton balls in the oil and placing them in your nasal passages for 10-15 minutes.
How to use essential oils for your nose
Peach oil: instructions for use
According to the instructions for use, peach oil in the nose is used in the form of nasal drops when treating adult patients. 3 drops should be instilled into each nasal canal . Thus, the daily therapeutic dose is 30 drops. To achieve good results, this natural product should be used within 7 days. The effect of peach oil will be more effective if, before the procedure, the nasal canals are washed with saline solution, which is prepared as follows: one teaspoon of salt per liter of boiled water.
During pregnancy, mild nasal congestion may be accompanied by redness of the mucous membrane of the nasal canals and their increased dryness, up to the formation of dry crusts. In this case, peach oil is used to lubricate the inner surface of the nose. This should be done with a cotton swab, which is soaked in this product. The use of cotton wool soaked in oil and inserted into each nasal cavity for 15 minutes has an effective effect on the condition of the nasal mucous membranes.
Peach oil for the nose is instilled in the treatment of pharyngitis . It is usually used in cases where painful sensations occur when lubricating an inflamed throat. This should be done before bedtime.
In addition, this remedy can be used in the treatment of an incipient runny nose . It can be used for home inhalations. To prepare the solution, add 10 drops of oil to a glass of boiling water. For greater effectiveness, the procedure should be performed twice a day, and such inhalations are absolutely harmless and can be performed during pregnancy.
Peach oil for children's noses
It is impossible to treat a runny nose in a child with this remedy. It only helps clear the nose of accumulated mucus and prevents the mucous membrane from drying out. Before you use it, you must definitely test . For this purpose, apply a small amount of the product to a cotton swab and lubricate the skin in the elbow or wrist area.
If after some time a rash or redness does not appear in this place, then you can safely bury it in the child’s nose. Some pediatricians do not recommend using the aromatic liquid as drops, believing that peach oil works great for nasal congestion only as a lubricant.
To cleanse the nasal cavity, use a sterile cotton swab, which is moistened in liquid and carefully inserted into the nose. It should not be inserted too deeply. If the child is already one year old, then the oil can be instilled. 1-2 drops are enough for each nostril. After a few minutes, the softened mucus is removed with a cotton swab.
Before treating a child, you need to show him to a doctor. Peach oil should not be used until a correct diagnosis has been made. A simple runny nose can be a symptom of a more serious illness and this drug alone cannot be used.
Thus, peach oil for the nose can be prescribed by an ENT doctor to those people who are prone to allergic reactions or have special sensitivity of the nasal mucosa to the effects of various medications. Thanks to its unique biochemical composition, this drug can be used even by pregnant women and infants.
Is it possible to use peach oil for infants?
Another interesting feature of peach oil is. Treatment according to a similar scheme can be carried out not only for older children and adults, but also for infants. Only the methodology is slightly different.
For infants, the oil is first instilled into the nasal passages (very little is needed, a few drops in each nostril). After 5-7 minutes, you can begin to carefully cleanse the nasal cavities. Manual cleansing is necessary, since infants do not yet know how to blow their nose on their own.
It is important to remember that rhinitis in children, including infants, often leads to the development of otitis (an inflammatory disease of the ear). In this case, the use of peach oil as therapy is also allowed. All that is necessary is to warm the oil to room temperature, especially if it is from the refrigerator, and then carefully introduce a few drops into the baby’s ears. If the otitis lesion is unilateral, then the oil is administered only from the affected side. If the lesion is bilateral, then the procedure is repeated on both ears.
What is peach oil
Peach oil is obtained from peach kernels by cold pressing.
Peach oil is obtained from peach kernels by cold pressing. Simply put, peach pits are put under pressure and in this way oil is obtained, which is then subjected to special processing.
The main advantage of peach oil is that, in addition to containing a large number of useful microelements and vitamins, it is not capable of causing any allergic reactions. Thus, it can be used even when caring for very young children.
Of course, we are talking about a completely natural product that does not contain any additives. It is best to buy this oil at a pharmacy. Having previously read the instructions, which should state that this product is intended for children, indicating the child’s age and dosage.
In addition, be sure to consult about this with the pediatrician who is caring for your child. This is especially important when the child is still very young. The fact is that the smaller the child, the faster his unwanted side reactions develop.
Application for throat
Speaking about peach oil, it is worth mentioning its active use not only in the treatment of nasal diseases, but also in the treatment of throat diseases. Gargling with peach oil can be a very effective remedy if a person is diagnosed with a disease such as tonsillitis.
It is simple to prepare a rinse solution that is used for tonsillitis. You need to take a glass of water at room temperature and add 5-7 drops of peach oil to it. The resulting solution is rinsed 4-5 times a day until the symptoms of the disease disappear completely.
Peach oil is used in treatment not only for tonsillitis. This is an indispensable remedy in cases where a person suffers from a dry cough caused by pharyngitis or laryngitis. For these diseases, oil in the form of a spray is used for treatment. You can pour the product into an old bottle of thermal water or any other vessel with a spray nozzle, and then irrigate your throat several times a day.
This method of application helps relieve cough, as it softens the mucous membranes and eliminates soreness. The light protective film that forms on the mucous membrane of the throat will also protect it from damage.
Another way to use peach oil for throat diseases is inhalation therapy . The procedure is also simple. All that is necessary is to add 5-10 drops of the product to water and pour the resulting solution into the inhaler. The duration of inhalation must be at least 10 minutes for the effect to appear. It is recommended to repeat the procedure at least twice a day.
Doctors do not recommend using oil as the only medicine. It works best when used in combination with medications to treat a particular disease.
Peach oil also helps well in restoring the vocal cords if a person has suffered severe stress on them. It is used according to the following principle: tilt your head back as far as possible and drop the oil into your nasal passages, allowing it to flow down into your throat.
This procedure itself is very simple to perform, but can replace a full-fledged ligament irrigation procedure, which is carried out in some hospitals and requires not only time, but also money. The procedure will be an excellent way to restore the voice for those whose profession involves the need to speak a lot in public.
A solution of soda, salt and iodine is also often used to gargle.
Treatment of throat in infants
Peach oil can be used to treat the throat not only in adults, but also in young children. True, for many, the issue of the impossibility of rinsing becomes relevant. While a more or less adult child can still be taught this simple procedure, with infants a lot of questions usually arise.
Naturally, trying to force a baby to gargle is simply pointless. Therefore, another method can be used to treat it with peach oil.
Some parents are advised to soak a bandage in peach oil and treat the baby’s throat with it. It is best if an adult wraps a bandage around his finger and lubricates the surface of the tonsils and the inside of the cheeks with it.
If it is possible and the child does not develop a pronounced gag reflex, then lubricating the tongue can also be done. Also, you should not try to stick your finger very deep into the baby’s throat, as this will definitely cause a gag reflex, and all the work will go down the drain.
It is important that an adult wash their hands well before performing the procedure. It is advisable if the procedure is carried out with antibacterial soap. This will help protect the child from foreign flora that can get into the throat from the hands and cause new problems.
Indications and contraindications for peach oil
Peach oil, having a rich composition and mild effect, has established itself as an excellent remedy in the treatment of many diseases. It is widely used in otorhinolaryngology for the following pathologies:
- tonsillitis of various etiologies;
- pharyngitis;
- rhinitis;
- sinusitis, etc.
Peach oil for pathologies of the ENT organs can be a good help in the treatment of almost all pathologies. The drug is used not only in otorhinolaryngology, but also for other systemic and organ pathologies. For example, oil is widely used for skin diseases, various congenital and acquired pathologies of the hematopoietic system (anemia), and problems in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
In infants, peach oil is used to prevent the formation of bedsores. It is also used for treatment if bedsores have already formed. In female infants, this remedy can be used for fusion of the labia.
Despite the wide list of indications and natural composition, peach oil also has a number of contraindications that must be remembered.
First of all, its use is prohibited if a person has an individual intolerance. If signs of intolerance of any form appear, ranging from mild itching and sneezing to more serious manifestations, it is necessary to urgently stop trying to use the oil for medicinal purposes.
You can check how your body reacts to peach oil without even seeing a doctor . All you need to do is apply a little product to a clean area of skin and see what the reaction is. The first time the skin reaction is assessed after a couple of hours, and the loan is re-assessed a day later. If the properties of the skin and its appearance at the site of application have not changed, then the oil can be used without fear.
Another strict contraindication to the use of this almost universal remedy is various lesions of the central nervous system. Use is especially strictly limited if the central nervous system disease is associated with increased excitability.
Many patients make a serious mistake when trying to be treated with peach oil. Instead of a pharmaceutical product, they use a product labeled “cosmetological”. This is the wrong approach. For treatment, it is necessary to give preference to a simpler pharmaceutical oil.
The fact is that cosmetic peach oil may contain various fragrances and other undesirable additives. Using this oil may cause unwanted reactions in the body.
Benefits and contraindications
The use of peach oil for nasal congestion or sore throat is explained by the ability of the product to have a positive effect on the respiratory system. This is manifested in the following properties:
- the extract thins mucus;
- relieves inflammation, which will accelerate the removal of exudate;
- a mild antibacterial effect appears, stopping the proliferation of pathogenic microbes;
- eliminates swelling;
- moisturizes mucous membranes and accelerates their regeneration.
Timely use of oil will not only help get rid of a runny nose, but also prevent further spread of infection, strengthen the immune system, and improve well-being.
Peach oil is suitable for treating not only the common cold, but also other disorders, which include:
- rhinitis;
- sinusitis;
- tonsillitis;
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis;
- otitis.
An important advantage is the ability to drip peach oil into the nose during pregnancy. Hormonal imbalance and reduced immunity sometimes manifest themselves as a chronic runny nose or complications of viral infections - sinusitis, otitis media. However, there is a long list of medications that are prohibited during pregnancy. But the natural components of peach extract will help get rid of unpleasant symptoms.
Despite the obvious benefits, there are contraindications to the use of peach oil. They are few in number and include only individual intolerance and nervous pathologies (the drug can excite the central nervous system).
In any case, it is recommended to consult a doctor regarding treatment if you have chronic diseases, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How to choose the right oil
The first thing that patients should remember is that for medicinal purposes, it is better to give preference to pharmaceutical rather than cosmetic peach oil.
This will help avoid negative events during treatment. You can buy the product today, in principle, at any pharmacy. A large number of pharmaceutical companies produce oil, so the choice in terms of volume and price range is huge.
The price of the product depends not only on the volume of the bottle, but also on the manufacturer. Oils produced abroad are likely to be more expensive than domestic ones. On average, the price range ranges from 50 to 200 rubles, which is considered a wide range.
If the oil is intended to be used for inhalation, then it is better to give preference to the ethereal type. Essential oils evaporate better and are therefore optimally suited for inhalation activities. In this case, you can combine peach oil with other oils, such as pine, tea tree and others.
Can peach oil be used during pregnancy?
Many women wonder whether peach oil can be used during pregnancy. After all, this time in a woman’s life is associated with a large number of restrictions.
Yes, this folk remedy is used in the treatment of pregnant women. It can be used for the same colds, problems with the vocal cords, and runny nose of various origins. Considering that the use of classical medicines is very limited at this time, peach oil can be a salvation for many.
The drug can be used during pregnancy not only for various diseases of an otorhinolaryngological nature. I also use it to reduce the severity of stretch marks and increase the overall tone of the skin.
Peach oil is an excellent remedy that helps fight a huge number of different diseases. It is most widely used in otorhinolaryngology, but is used not only there, but also in other areas of medicine. This is facilitated by a small number of restrictions in use, the gentleness of action and the possibility of treating not only pregnant women, but also infants with its help.
Despite the wide range of uses of peach oil, when treating with its help, one should not forget about classical medicine. Peach oil is an excellent auxiliary remedy for many diseases, but it should be used as the main method of therapy only after consulting a doctor and obtaining his approval. It is important to avoid self-medication, otherwise even such a universal remedy as peach oil will do more harm than good to a person who uses it irrationally.
