Make a Salve for Colds and Congestion

Melt shortening, such as Crisco, over low heat until liquified. Put a filter of your choice (coffee filter, cheesecloth, etc.) over a jar and secure it around the edge with a rubberband. Make sure the filter hangs down into the jar.

Crush some Eucalyptis and Mint leaves to release the oils and put them in the filter. Pour the melted shortening through the leaves and filter. Let it all drain through. You can repeat this if you wish to make it stronger, but you do not need to put the shortening over heat again...just pour it through another filter with the crushed leaves in it.

Leave it alone and let it cool completely. Now you have a salve to rub on your chest or directly under your nose to help with colds and congestion.