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DIY Diet Water

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I am sure you have seen all the healthy waters online and wondered just how to get started and make your own. Well here is a quick recipe I use. I make the jug up and top it up with extra water during the day. I typically drink 2-4 litres of water per day so drinking a jug of this is very easy for me.  Obviously this water isn’t going to drop the kilos but it is going to hydrate and refresh you whilst giving you all the benefits of nature.

If you want to know more about each ingredient then simply google it and how it helps weight-loss as there are just too many articles to share.

The only preparation for this water is allowing the green tea to cool and chopping your limes and lemons.

Lemon and Limes Lemon is a diuretic and it is an alkaline food which provides a pH balance in the body. Chop these and pop into water with (washed) skin on.  1 lemon, 1 lime.

Cucumber is a natural diuretic. It boosts the kidney function and has a great weight loss effect. Cucumber is also great for hangovers.

Green Tea – Full of anti-oxidants, gives you energy (20 g of caffeine) and helps speed up metabolism. More bath and Body recipes using green tea.  Use 1 tea bag into a cup of boiling water when cooled add to water mix, I throw in the tea bag too but optional.

Ginger is one of my favorite ingredients. Ginger is great for colds, flu and weightloss.  1-2 teaspoons of crushed ginger.

 

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  3. Is this recipe good for just a simple drink, or should you not have it if it’s not for your diet?

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DIY Herbal Vapor Rub Balm – A Natural Vicks-Style Decongestant for Cold and Flu Relief

When someone in the house starts sniffling, you just know it’s going to make the rounds. That’s when I reach for this homemade herbal vapor rub—our family’s go-to chest balm for easing congestion, coughs, and that heavy-headed sick feeling.

Made with gentle yet powerful essential oils, this balm works just like the classic Vicks rub (but without the synthetic stuff). It’s safe, effective, and smells like a eucalyptus grove with a hint of grandma’s medicine chest—in the best possible way!

Whether you’re treating a toddler’s sniffles or trying to head off a man cold, this DIY vapor rub will be your winter wellness MVP.

Why You’ll Love This Natural Decongestant Balm

  • No petroleum or nasties – A clean, green homemade Vicks alternative 
  • Gentle enough for kids – With optional adjustments for littlies 
  • Nourishing balm texture – Melts into skin without being greasy 
  • Essential oils – Provide cooling, clearing, and comforting support 
  • Customizable – Make it stronger for adults or extra-gentle for babies 

Ingredients

Base:

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (or olive oil for a softer balm) 
  • 2 tbsp shea butter or mango butter 
  • 2 tbsp beeswax pellets 

Essential Oil Blend (for adults):

  • 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil 
  • 8 drops peppermint essential oil 
  • 6 drops rosemary essential oil 
  • 4 drops tea tree essential oil 
  • 4 drops lavender essential oil 

Optional for kids under 5:
 Replace eucalyptus and peppermint with fir needle and cedarwood atlas, and halve the total essential oil amount.

How to Make Your Own Vapor Rub

  1. Melt the base:
     In a double boiler (or a bowl over simmering water), gently melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax together. Stir until smooth and liquid. 
  2. Cool slightly:
     Remove from heat and let cool just a few minutes—enough that it’s no longer scalding hot but still liquid. 
  3. Add essential oils:
     Stir in your essential oil blend. Don’t add them too early or the heat will evaporate their goodness. 
  4. Pour into tins or jars:
     Carefully pour into a small glass jar or metal balm tin. Let cool completely before putting the lid on. 
  5. Label & store:
     Store in a cool place away from sunlight. Balm will keep for up to 6 months. 

How to Use Your Herbal Chest Rub

  • For chest and back: Rub a small amount onto chest, upper back, and soles of the feet during cold or flu season. 
  • For steam relief: Add a pea-sized amount to a bowl of steaming water, cover your head with a towel, and inhale. 
  • For headaches: Dab a touch on temples and neck (use caution and avoid eyes). 

Mum Tips

  • Patch test first if you’re unsure about sensitivities. 
  • Keep a tiny jar in your handbag during winter for on-the-go sniffles. 
  • For a nighttime version, add a few drops of Roman chamomile or lavender for extra sleep support. 

 

 

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