What are the carotid arteries? The carotid arteries are the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the head, brain and face. They are located on each side of the neck. You can easily feel them by placing your fingers gently either side of your windpipe.
Apple cider vinegar has antiseptic, anti-itching, antifungal and antibacterial properties that help get rid of itching. 1  Add two to three cups of apple cider vinegar to lukewarm bath water. 2  To treat more localized itching, apply apple cider vinegar on the affected areas using a cotton ball.
But you can find relief, naturally with essential oils. Eucalyptus can open the respiratory system, reduce inflammation and allow better breathing, so can Rosemary, which is slightly more mild than eucalyptus, so may be more fitting for a child. Clove oil is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial, and can help to reduce allergy symptoms. Peppermint will help to open those stuffed nasal passages and can reduce headaches. (Tip: Soothing Touch makes an incredible analgesic for sore muscles called Narayan oil.