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Who says Effective Laundry Detergents Need to have Bubbles & Poisons?
We all want nice clean, fresh smelling clothes. But, what if…those laundry detergents you’re using leave toxic residues on your clothes, in the air, and in the environment?
One look at the vague laundry detergent ingredient labels should be enough to make us put that item right back on the shelf - especially if it has a warning box and a call poison control statement. This is a strong indication that this product has NO place in our homes or to even be manufactured, in my opinion.
I have tried so many “natural” and “organic” laundry products over the years and not one of them has been terribly effective at cleaning my clothing. The one that really got me was “Lavender” scented. I paid nearly $10 for a large bottle expecting it would smell nice and clean well…nope! It stank, actually smelled link a synthetic/chemical lavender (which it no doubt was), it took a large amount to clean my laundry. Simply put, I hated it and felt I was, well, taken to the cleaners. What a waste!
That was many years ago. Fortunately, Young Living made a cleaner, an all-purpose household cleaner, called Thieves which has REAL essential oils in it, is nontoxic, won’t ruin me or the environment - AND - it’s cheaper than store bought products!
Here’s a little side-by-side price check:
For “regular” degreasing and cleaning Thieves Household Cleaner costs .64 cents per quart (32 oz.) when added to water as directed.
For “heavy” degreasing Thieves Household Cleaner costs $1.27 per quart when added to water as directed.
Other cleaners (using 22 oz. bottles as an example)
Formula 409 costs $3.29
Lysol Disinfectant costs $2.89
Buy Thieves Household Cleaner
Here is a list of some pretty nasty ingredients you may want to keep in mind when purchasing cleaning products:
Linear alkyl sodium sulfonates (LAS):
These synthetic surfactants are commonly listed as ‘anionic surfactants’ on labels, and are one of the most common surfactants in use. During their production process, carcinogenic and reproductive toxins such as benzene are released into the environment. They also biodegrade slowly, making them a hazardous in the environment.
Petroleum distillates (aka napthas):
These chemicals have been linked to cancer, lung damage, lung inflammation and damage to mucous membranes.
Phenols:
According to the National Institutes of Health, phenol is toxic and people who are hypersensitive to it could experience death or serious side effects at very low exposures. Plus, it is rapidly absorbed and can cause toxicity throughout the entire body. Typically, death and severe toxicity result from phenol’s effects on the central nervous system, heart, blood vessels, lungs and kidneys.
One common surfactant in U.S. laundry detergents is nonyl phenol ethoxylate (this chemical has been banned in Europe, and was found to slowly biodegrade into even more toxic compounds). Studies have found that this surfactant stimulates the growth of breast cancer cells and feminizes male fish.
Optical brighteners:
These synthetic chemicals convert UV light wavelengths into visible light, which makes laundered clothes appear whiter (although does not actually affect the cleanliness of the clothing). They’ve been found to be toxic to fish and to cause bacterial mutations. Further, they can cause allergic reactions when exposed to skin that is later exposed to sunlight.
Phosphates:
These chemicals are used to remove hard-water minerals to make detergents more effective, and to prevent dirt from settling back onto clothes during a wash. A major problem with them is that, when released into the environment, they stimulate the growth of certain marine plants, which contributes to unbalanced ecosystems. Many states have banned or restricted the use of phosphates for this reason, and you may see laundry detergents advertised as “low-phosphate” or “phosphate-free.”
Sodium hypochlorite (household bleach):
This is a chemical precursor to chlorine, which is highly toxic and involved in more household poisonings than any other chemical. When it reacts with organic materials in the environment, carcinogenic and toxic compounds are created than can cause reproductive, endocrine and immune system disorders.
EDTA (ethylene-diamino-tetra-acetate):
EDTA is a class of compounds used as an alternative to phosphates to reduce mineral hardness in water, prevent bleaching agents from becoming active before they’re put in water and as a foaming stabilizer. EDTA does not biodegrade readily and can re-dissolve toxic heavy metals in the environment, allowing them to re-enter the food chain.
Artificial fragrances:
Many of these can be made from petroleum (see petroleum distillates above), and do not degrade in the environment. They’ve been linked to various toxic effects on fish and mammals, and often cause allergies and skin and eye irritation.
Be careful what you buy out there, don’t spend extra money on chemicals and poisons you don’t want!
What I like most about the Thieves Household Cleaner is that I only need “one” cleaner that does absolutely everything. 3-4 capfuls will do a load of laundry, 2-3 capfuls does dishes in my diswasher, straight from the bottle removes stains on clothing and carpeting, 1 capful cleans the toilet bowl, diluted in a spray bottle cleans my tub, floors, sinks, countertops, fingerprints on the wall, mirrors and windows, and more! If my tub or sinks have a lot of heavy soap scum I use the Thieves Household Cleaner and I sprinkle a little baking soda as the abrasive (which does the trick real nice).
I probably save about $20 a month using the Thieves Household Cleaner, for a family of two - plus, I have a lot more space in my cabinets. We ONLY need "one" good one!
One look at the vague laundry detergent ingredient labels should be enough to make us put that item right back on the shelf - especially if it has a warning box and a call poison control statement. This is a strong indication that this product has NO place in our homes or to even be manufactured, in my opinion.
I have tried so many “natural” and “organic” laundry products over the years and not one of them has been terribly effective at cleaning my clothing. The one that really got me was “Lavender” scented. I paid nearly $10 for a large bottle expecting it would smell nice and clean well…nope! It stank, actually smelled link a synthetic/chemical lavender (which it no doubt was), it took a large amount to clean my laundry. Simply put, I hated it and felt I was, well, taken to the cleaners. What a waste!
That was many years ago. Fortunately, Young Living made a cleaner, an all-purpose household cleaner, called Thieves which has REAL essential oils in it, is nontoxic, won’t ruin me or the environment - AND - it’s cheaper than store bought products!
Here’s a little side-by-side price check:
For “regular” degreasing and cleaning Thieves Household Cleaner costs .64 cents per quart (32 oz.) when added to water as directed.
For “heavy” degreasing Thieves Household Cleaner costs $1.27 per quart when added to water as directed.
Other cleaners (using 22 oz. bottles as an example)
Formula 409 costs $3.29
Lysol Disinfectant costs $2.89
Buy Thieves Household Cleaner
Here is a list of some pretty nasty ingredients you may want to keep in mind when purchasing cleaning products:
Linear alkyl sodium sulfonates (LAS):
These synthetic surfactants are commonly listed as ‘anionic surfactants’ on labels, and are one of the most common surfactants in use. During their production process, carcinogenic and reproductive toxins such as benzene are released into the environment. They also biodegrade slowly, making them a hazardous in the environment.
Petroleum distillates (aka napthas):
These chemicals have been linked to cancer, lung damage, lung inflammation and damage to mucous membranes.
Phenols:
According to the National Institutes of Health, phenol is toxic and people who are hypersensitive to it could experience death or serious side effects at very low exposures. Plus, it is rapidly absorbed and can cause toxicity throughout the entire body. Typically, death and severe toxicity result from phenol’s effects on the central nervous system, heart, blood vessels, lungs and kidneys.
One common surfactant in U.S. laundry detergents is nonyl phenol ethoxylate (this chemical has been banned in Europe, and was found to slowly biodegrade into even more toxic compounds). Studies have found that this surfactant stimulates the growth of breast cancer cells and feminizes male fish.
Optical brighteners:
These synthetic chemicals convert UV light wavelengths into visible light, which makes laundered clothes appear whiter (although does not actually affect the cleanliness of the clothing). They’ve been found to be toxic to fish and to cause bacterial mutations. Further, they can cause allergic reactions when exposed to skin that is later exposed to sunlight.
Phosphates:
These chemicals are used to remove hard-water minerals to make detergents more effective, and to prevent dirt from settling back onto clothes during a wash. A major problem with them is that, when released into the environment, they stimulate the growth of certain marine plants, which contributes to unbalanced ecosystems. Many states have banned or restricted the use of phosphates for this reason, and you may see laundry detergents advertised as “low-phosphate” or “phosphate-free.”
Sodium hypochlorite (household bleach):
This is a chemical precursor to chlorine, which is highly toxic and involved in more household poisonings than any other chemical. When it reacts with organic materials in the environment, carcinogenic and toxic compounds are created than can cause reproductive, endocrine and immune system disorders.
EDTA (ethylene-diamino-tetra-acetate):
EDTA is a class of compounds used as an alternative to phosphates to reduce mineral hardness in water, prevent bleaching agents from becoming active before they’re put in water and as a foaming stabilizer. EDTA does not biodegrade readily and can re-dissolve toxic heavy metals in the environment, allowing them to re-enter the food chain.
Artificial fragrances:
Many of these can be made from petroleum (see petroleum distillates above), and do not degrade in the environment. They’ve been linked to various toxic effects on fish and mammals, and often cause allergies and skin and eye irritation.
Be careful what you buy out there, don’t spend extra money on chemicals and poisons you don’t want!
What I like most about the Thieves Household Cleaner is that I only need “one” cleaner that does absolutely everything. 3-4 capfuls will do a load of laundry, 2-3 capfuls does dishes in my diswasher, straight from the bottle removes stains on clothing and carpeting, 1 capful cleans the toilet bowl, diluted in a spray bottle cleans my tub, floors, sinks, countertops, fingerprints on the wall, mirrors and windows, and more! If my tub or sinks have a lot of heavy soap scum I use the Thieves Household Cleaner and I sprinkle a little baking soda as the abrasive (which does the trick real nice).
I probably save about $20 a month using the Thieves Household Cleaner, for a family of two - plus, I have a lot more space in my cabinets. We ONLY need "one" good one!
Phthalates in Personal Care Products - what you’re really getting in the products you’re buying
Phthalates are controversial because high doses of many phthalates have shown hormonal activity in rodent studies. Studies on rodents involving large amounts of phthalates have shown damage to the liver, the kidneys, the lungs, and the developing testes.
Phthalates, or phthalate esters, are a group of chemical compounds that are mainly used as plasticizers (substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility). They are chiefly used to turn polyvinyl chloride from a hard plastic into a flexible plastic.
Phthalate esters are the dialkyl or alkyl aryl esters of 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid; the name phthalate derives from phthalic acid. When added to plastics, phthalates allow the long polyvinyl molecules to slide against one another.
As of 2004, manufacturers produce about 400,000 tons (800 million pounds or 363 million kilograms) of phthalates each year. They were first produced during the 1920s, and have been produced in large quantities since the 1950s, when PVC was introduced. The most widely used phthalates are di-2-ethyl hexyl phthalate (DEHP), diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP) and diisononyl phthalate (DINP). DEHP is the dominant plasticizer used in PVC, due to its low cost. Benzylbutylphthalate (BBzP) is used in the manufacture of foamed PVC, which is mostly used as a flooring material. Phthalates with small R and R’ groups are used as solvents in perfumes and pesticides.
Phthalates are also frequently used in:
Nail polish, cosmetics, personal care products, soaps, plastics in general, fishing lures, adhesives, caulk, paint pigments, plasticizer in cellulose plastics, a solvent for certain dyes, vinyl tile, carpet tiles, artificial leather and is also used in certain adhesives, toys, baby-feeding bottles (which can leak into water and food), IV bags and other medical equipment, and sex toys made of so-called “jelly rubber.”
List of More Common Phthalates (many you will see in products used daily):
Dimethyl phthalate (DMP)
Diethyl phthalate (DEP)
Diallyl phthalate (DAP)
Di-n-propyl phthalate (DPP)
Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP)
Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP)
Butyl cyclohexyl phthalate (BCP)
Di-n-pentyl phthalate (DNPP)
Dicyclohexyl phthalate (DCP)
Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP)
Di-n-hexyl phthalate (DNHP)
Diisohexyl phthalate (DIHxP)
Diisoheptyl phthalate (DIHpP)
Butyl decyl phthalate (BDP)
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP, DOP)
Di(n-octyl) phthalate (DNOP)
Diisooctyl phthalate (DIOP)
n-Octyl n-decyl phthalate (ODP)
Diisononyl phthalate (DINP)
Diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP)
Diundecyl phthalate (DUP)
Diisoundecyl phthalate (DIUP)
Ditridecyl phthalate (DTDP)
Diisotridecyl phthalate (DIUP)
Although DEHP plasticizes numerous products, roughly 95% of the current production is used in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) (National Toxicology Program 2003), where it typically constitutes 30% of PVC by weight (Cadogan and Howick 1996; Kavlock et al. 2002b). DnBP is used in latex adhesives, in nail polish and other cosmetic products, as a plasticizer in cellulose plastics, as a solvent for certain dyes, and, to a lesser extent than DEHP, as a plasticizer in PVC (Kavlock et al. 2002c). BBzP is a plasticizer for vinyl tile, carpet tiles, and artificial leather and is also used in certain adhesives (Kavlock et al. 2002a).
Children’s Health Article - The Association between Asthma and Allergic Symptoms in Children and Phthalates in House Dust: A Nested Case-Control Study
Phthalates Now Linked to Fat, Related Health Risks - Exposure to phthalates, a common chemical found in everything from plastics to soaps, already has been connected to reproductive problems and now, for the first time, is linked to abdominal obesity and insulin resistance in adult males, according to a study by the University of Rochester Medical Center.
‘Gender-bending’ chemicals found to ‘feminise’ boys - “Gender-bending” chemicals mimicking the female hormone oestrogen can disrupt the development of baby boys, suggests the first evidence linking certain chemicals in everyday plastics to effects in humans. The chemicals implicated are phthalates, which make plastics more pliable in many cosmetics, toys, baby-feeding bottles and paints and can leak into water and food.
A Mass Spectral Guide for Quick Identification of Phthalate Esters (PDF)
Naughty by Nature - Ever thought about the toxins in your sex toys?
Phthalates now linked to fat, related health risks - Rochester study connects common chemicals to rising obesity rates. The analysis found that, as expected, several phthalate metabolites showed a positive correlation with abdominal obesity. Indeed, men with the highest levels of phthalates in their urine had more belly fat and insulin resistance. Researchers adjusted for other factors that could influence the results, such as the mens’ age, race, food intake, physical activity levels and smoking.
The phthalate family of chemicals is used in a variety of products from cosmetics, shampoos, soaps, lotions, lubricants, paint, pesticides, and plastics. Phthalates soften plastic tubing, PVC, and are also used in the coating of some timed-release medicines. More than 75 percent of the United States population has measurable levels of several phthalates in their urine, according to the study.
Diet and Eating - Choose Your Foods Like Your Life Depends on Them - The old era of unthinking reliance on a synthetic existence is showing severe disadvantages, just as the urgency to forge new relationships with nature is becoming apparent. Plants and other whole foods are coming into their own new era as naturopathic physicians and other well-informed health practitioners rely on them for their central role in healing. Within our lifetimes, natural substances will eclipse pharmaceuticals in medical practice, as the general public awakens to its far superior healing capacity.
Young Living products and essential oil do not contain phthalates. Some of their products are in plastic containers - I am trying to get them to use only glass for everything. Please feel free to contact them and tell them you do not want our pure products in plastic containers. Most households don’t have cast iron tubs any longer so the likelihood a thick glass bottle will break are slim. Perhaps we can suggest they make a dispenser we mount our “glass” bottle in??? Let’s contact them and make it happen!
Fortunately, NingXia Red DOES come in a glass bottle, as does many of the suppliments.
I have a bottle of the Young Living Bath & Shower Gel Base (item #3751), (it’s a base that you can add the essential oil of your choice to) sitting on my desk for a friend, the ingredients are: Deionized Water, saponified oils of coconut and olive, vegetable gum, aloe vera, and rosemary extract.
As you may already know, I despise plastics - for good reason. I don’t watch TV too often but some months ago I saw a commercial for the plastic industry where they, cough-cough, cleverly used children to say how great plastics are. I said out loud to the TV, “yeah, we’ll see about that little girl when you’re 30 and aren’t able to have a baby or a normal one! You’ll regret the day that you ever agreed to do that commercial.”
Ok, so I’m a bit outspoken. I’m also a bit upset that we have been conditioned to accept that this stuff is ok when it’s not. Let’s call a spade-a-spade already and get that crap out of our lives! Plastics have no business being in our lives or on earth. I realize we can’t get rid of plastic completely, but we sure can take measures to minimize it’s production, use, and polluting effects.
Phthalates, or phthalate esters, are a group of chemical compounds that are mainly used as plasticizers (substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility). They are chiefly used to turn polyvinyl chloride from a hard plastic into a flexible plastic.
Phthalate esters are the dialkyl or alkyl aryl esters of 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid; the name phthalate derives from phthalic acid. When added to plastics, phthalates allow the long polyvinyl molecules to slide against one another.
As of 2004, manufacturers produce about 400,000 tons (800 million pounds or 363 million kilograms) of phthalates each year. They were first produced during the 1920s, and have been produced in large quantities since the 1950s, when PVC was introduced. The most widely used phthalates are di-2-ethyl hexyl phthalate (DEHP), diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP) and diisononyl phthalate (DINP). DEHP is the dominant plasticizer used in PVC, due to its low cost. Benzylbutylphthalate (BBzP) is used in the manufacture of foamed PVC, which is mostly used as a flooring material. Phthalates with small R and R’ groups are used as solvents in perfumes and pesticides.
Phthalates are also frequently used in:
Nail polish, cosmetics, personal care products, soaps, plastics in general, fishing lures, adhesives, caulk, paint pigments, plasticizer in cellulose plastics, a solvent for certain dyes, vinyl tile, carpet tiles, artificial leather and is also used in certain adhesives, toys, baby-feeding bottles (which can leak into water and food), IV bags and other medical equipment, and sex toys made of so-called “jelly rubber.”
List of More Common Phthalates (many you will see in products used daily):
Dimethyl phthalate (DMP)
Diethyl phthalate (DEP)
Diallyl phthalate (DAP)
Di-n-propyl phthalate (DPP)
Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP)
Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP)
Butyl cyclohexyl phthalate (BCP)
Di-n-pentyl phthalate (DNPP)
Dicyclohexyl phthalate (DCP)
Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP)
Di-n-hexyl phthalate (DNHP)
Diisohexyl phthalate (DIHxP)
Diisoheptyl phthalate (DIHpP)
Butyl decyl phthalate (BDP)
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP, DOP)
Di(n-octyl) phthalate (DNOP)
Diisooctyl phthalate (DIOP)
n-Octyl n-decyl phthalate (ODP)
Diisononyl phthalate (DINP)
Diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP)
Diundecyl phthalate (DUP)
Diisoundecyl phthalate (DIUP)
Ditridecyl phthalate (DTDP)
Diisotridecyl phthalate (DIUP)
Although DEHP plasticizes numerous products, roughly 95% of the current production is used in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) (National Toxicology Program 2003), where it typically constitutes 30% of PVC by weight (Cadogan and Howick 1996; Kavlock et al. 2002b). DnBP is used in latex adhesives, in nail polish and other cosmetic products, as a plasticizer in cellulose plastics, as a solvent for certain dyes, and, to a lesser extent than DEHP, as a plasticizer in PVC (Kavlock et al. 2002c). BBzP is a plasticizer for vinyl tile, carpet tiles, and artificial leather and is also used in certain adhesives (Kavlock et al. 2002a).
Children’s Health Article - The Association between Asthma and Allergic Symptoms in Children and Phthalates in House Dust: A Nested Case-Control Study
Phthalates Now Linked to Fat, Related Health Risks - Exposure to phthalates, a common chemical found in everything from plastics to soaps, already has been connected to reproductive problems and now, for the first time, is linked to abdominal obesity and insulin resistance in adult males, according to a study by the University of Rochester Medical Center.
‘Gender-bending’ chemicals found to ‘feminise’ boys - “Gender-bending” chemicals mimicking the female hormone oestrogen can disrupt the development of baby boys, suggests the first evidence linking certain chemicals in everyday plastics to effects in humans. The chemicals implicated are phthalates, which make plastics more pliable in many cosmetics, toys, baby-feeding bottles and paints and can leak into water and food.
A Mass Spectral Guide for Quick Identification of Phthalate Esters (PDF)
Naughty by Nature - Ever thought about the toxins in your sex toys?
Phthalates now linked to fat, related health risks - Rochester study connects common chemicals to rising obesity rates. The analysis found that, as expected, several phthalate metabolites showed a positive correlation with abdominal obesity. Indeed, men with the highest levels of phthalates in their urine had more belly fat and insulin resistance. Researchers adjusted for other factors that could influence the results, such as the mens’ age, race, food intake, physical activity levels and smoking.
The phthalate family of chemicals is used in a variety of products from cosmetics, shampoos, soaps, lotions, lubricants, paint, pesticides, and plastics. Phthalates soften plastic tubing, PVC, and are also used in the coating of some timed-release medicines. More than 75 percent of the United States population has measurable levels of several phthalates in their urine, according to the study.
Diet and Eating - Choose Your Foods Like Your Life Depends on Them - The old era of unthinking reliance on a synthetic existence is showing severe disadvantages, just as the urgency to forge new relationships with nature is becoming apparent. Plants and other whole foods are coming into their own new era as naturopathic physicians and other well-informed health practitioners rely on them for their central role in healing. Within our lifetimes, natural substances will eclipse pharmaceuticals in medical practice, as the general public awakens to its far superior healing capacity.
Young Living products and essential oil do not contain phthalates. Some of their products are in plastic containers - I am trying to get them to use only glass for everything. Please feel free to contact them and tell them you do not want our pure products in plastic containers. Most households don’t have cast iron tubs any longer so the likelihood a thick glass bottle will break are slim. Perhaps we can suggest they make a dispenser we mount our “glass” bottle in??? Let’s contact them and make it happen!
Fortunately, NingXia Red DOES come in a glass bottle, as does many of the suppliments.
I have a bottle of the Young Living Bath & Shower Gel Base (item #3751), (it’s a base that you can add the essential oil of your choice to) sitting on my desk for a friend, the ingredients are: Deionized Water, saponified oils of coconut and olive, vegetable gum, aloe vera, and rosemary extract.
As you may already know, I despise plastics - for good reason. I don’t watch TV too often but some months ago I saw a commercial for the plastic industry where they, cough-cough, cleverly used children to say how great plastics are. I said out loud to the TV, “yeah, we’ll see about that little girl when you’re 30 and aren’t able to have a baby or a normal one! You’ll regret the day that you ever agreed to do that commercial.”
Ok, so I’m a bit outspoken. I’m also a bit upset that we have been conditioned to accept that this stuff is ok when it’s not. Let’s call a spade-a-spade already and get that crap out of our lives! Plastics have no business being in our lives or on earth. I realize we can’t get rid of plastic completely, but we sure can take measures to minimize it’s production, use, and polluting effects.
Thieves Foaming Antibacterial Handsoap - with Thieves essential oil
Liquid hand soaps are a big trend in the personal care industry, particularly those with antibacterial properties; however, most soaps contain harmful chemicals and fragrances, leaving many searching for a natural, safe alternative. Thieves Foaming Hand Soap is formulated with natural ingredients, including the power of Thieves, which has been university tested and found to be highly effective against bacteria. This product has been dermatologist tested and found to be safe for all skin types, including those with sensitive skin.
Bacteria and viruses cannot mutate by using essential oils - their unique and complex make up is what still makes them effective today.
A natural hand-cleansing formula, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap contains Young Living’s Thieves essential oil blend, a potent combination of clove, cinnamon, rosemary, Eucalyptus radiata, orange, and lemon essential oils, all known for their powerful cleansing properties. Thieves essential oil blend penetrates deep beneath the skin’s surface, providing a long-lasting barrier of protection. This gentle foaming hand soap also contains ingredients such as vitamin E, aloe vera, and Ginkgo biloba to moisturize and soften the skin.
Primary Benefits
• The essential oils in Thieves penetrate deep into the skin to act as a protective barrier long after you wash your hands.
• Thieves Foaming Hand Soap is balanced mix of ingredients that reduces the disruption of the skin’s natural moisture complex and leaves important lipids in place to maintain a proper moisture balance in the skin.
• Vitamin E, aloe vera, and Gingko biloba are added to condition and protect the skin.
Who Should Use This Product?
Thieves Foaming Handsoap can be used by children and adults, including those with sensitive skin, for natural and effective cleansing.
I’m loving the Thieves handsoap, it’s nondrying to my skin. As a matter of fact, I’m even using it in the shower and I feel squeaky clean - which is a terrific feeling in the summer!
Did You Know?
• Eucalyptus radiata is primarily composed of eucalyptol, a substance shown to be very effective against bacteria in topical applications.
• Extra lemon essential oil is added to Thieves Foaming Hand Soap for its high level of d-limonene, a natural solvent, to help with the removal of dirt and germs, and because of its uplifting and fresh scent.
• Thieves Foaming Hand Soap’s primary surfactant, decyl glucoside, is derived from corn sugars and sugar beets, and is often used in products for sensitive skin.
Key Ingredients
Young Living’s essential oil blend Thieves (containing clove, lemon, cinnamon, Eucalyptus radiata, rosemary, and orange essential oils), Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice (aloe vera), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (vitamin A), and Ginkgo Biloba.
Complementary Essential Oils
Thieves Essential Oil Blend (item #3423)
Diffuse Thieves essential oil blend in the home to keep the air clean and free of toxins. For centuries, the oils in Thieves have been used to ward off illness. In modern times, these oils have often been the subjects of antibacterial and antifungal research.
Complementary Products
Thieves Household Cleaner and Thieves Spray
Surface cleaning is just as vital as hand washing in keeping your home clean and safe from illness. Thieves Household Cleaner (item #3743) and Thieves Spray (item #3265, or a 3 pack#3266) can be used to clean many surfaces in your home, including toilets, tubs, sinks, doorknobs, floors, and countertops.
I also like using the Thieves Spray to spritz my hands when I know I’ve come into contact with germs through shaking hands, handling money, touching doorknobs, shopping cats and other things that many people have been touching. If I feel a sore throat coming on I open my mouth and give my throat a spritz.
The Thieves Household Cleaner I use in place of every single cleaner and detergent in my home - yup, even in place of laundry and dish washer detergents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - I have heard that essential oils can be very drying to the skin. Will the essential oils contained in Thieves essential oil blend dry out my skin if I use this soap?
A - No, actually its effects are quite opposite. Because essential oils can be drying to the skin, specific ingredients such as aloe, vitamin E, and Ginkgo biloba were added to restore moisture.
Q - Why doesn’t Thieves Foaming Hand Soap have a thick lather like other foaming soaps?
A - Many people are under the impression that thicker lather means deeper cleaning, when in fact, it is primarily the other ingredients and not the lather that is cleaning the hands. The ingredients that cause soap to foam are called surfactants, and rich foaming surfactants are made from synthetic ingredients, which may be irritating to the skin. Thieves Foaming Hand Soap is formulated with natural surfactants, derived from sugar beets, so it gently and effectively cleanses the skin.
Q - What other Young Living products have the Thieves essential oil blend in them?
A - Dental Care (toothpaste and mouthwash) for adults and children, bar soap, wipes, and lozenges.
Get the Start Living with Thieves kit and Save 24%
Bacteria and viruses cannot mutate by using essential oils - their unique and complex make up is what still makes them effective today.
A natural hand-cleansing formula, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap contains Young Living’s Thieves essential oil blend, a potent combination of clove, cinnamon, rosemary, Eucalyptus radiata, orange, and lemon essential oils, all known for their powerful cleansing properties. Thieves essential oil blend penetrates deep beneath the skin’s surface, providing a long-lasting barrier of protection. This gentle foaming hand soap also contains ingredients such as vitamin E, aloe vera, and Ginkgo biloba to moisturize and soften the skin.
Primary Benefits
• The essential oils in Thieves penetrate deep into the skin to act as a protective barrier long after you wash your hands.
• Thieves Foaming Hand Soap is balanced mix of ingredients that reduces the disruption of the skin’s natural moisture complex and leaves important lipids in place to maintain a proper moisture balance in the skin.
• Vitamin E, aloe vera, and Gingko biloba are added to condition and protect the skin.
Who Should Use This Product?
Thieves Foaming Handsoap can be used by children and adults, including those with sensitive skin, for natural and effective cleansing.
I’m loving the Thieves handsoap, it’s nondrying to my skin. As a matter of fact, I’m even using it in the shower and I feel squeaky clean - which is a terrific feeling in the summer!
Did You Know?
• Eucalyptus radiata is primarily composed of eucalyptol, a substance shown to be very effective against bacteria in topical applications.
• Extra lemon essential oil is added to Thieves Foaming Hand Soap for its high level of d-limonene, a natural solvent, to help with the removal of dirt and germs, and because of its uplifting and fresh scent.
• Thieves Foaming Hand Soap’s primary surfactant, decyl glucoside, is derived from corn sugars and sugar beets, and is often used in products for sensitive skin.
Key Ingredients
Young Living’s essential oil blend Thieves (containing clove, lemon, cinnamon, Eucalyptus radiata, rosemary, and orange essential oils), Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice (aloe vera), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (vitamin A), and Ginkgo Biloba.
Complementary Essential Oils
Thieves Essential Oil Blend (item #3423)
Diffuse Thieves essential oil blend in the home to keep the air clean and free of toxins. For centuries, the oils in Thieves have been used to ward off illness. In modern times, these oils have often been the subjects of antibacterial and antifungal research.
Complementary Products
Thieves Household Cleaner and Thieves Spray
Surface cleaning is just as vital as hand washing in keeping your home clean and safe from illness. Thieves Household Cleaner (item #3743) and Thieves Spray (item #3265, or a 3 pack#3266) can be used to clean many surfaces in your home, including toilets, tubs, sinks, doorknobs, floors, and countertops.
I also like using the Thieves Spray to spritz my hands when I know I’ve come into contact with germs through shaking hands, handling money, touching doorknobs, shopping cats and other things that many people have been touching. If I feel a sore throat coming on I open my mouth and give my throat a spritz.
The Thieves Household Cleaner I use in place of every single cleaner and detergent in my home - yup, even in place of laundry and dish washer detergents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - I have heard that essential oils can be very drying to the skin. Will the essential oils contained in Thieves essential oil blend dry out my skin if I use this soap?
A - No, actually its effects are quite opposite. Because essential oils can be drying to the skin, specific ingredients such as aloe, vitamin E, and Ginkgo biloba were added to restore moisture.
Q - Why doesn’t Thieves Foaming Hand Soap have a thick lather like other foaming soaps?
A - Many people are under the impression that thicker lather means deeper cleaning, when in fact, it is primarily the other ingredients and not the lather that is cleaning the hands. The ingredients that cause soap to foam are called surfactants, and rich foaming surfactants are made from synthetic ingredients, which may be irritating to the skin. Thieves Foaming Hand Soap is formulated with natural surfactants, derived from sugar beets, so it gently and effectively cleanses the skin.
Q - What other Young Living products have the Thieves essential oil blend in them?
A - Dental Care (toothpaste and mouthwash) for adults and children, bar soap, wipes, and lozenges.
Get the Start Living with Thieves kit and Save 24%
Ecological Footprint - how do you score?
I saw on PBS a couple weeks ago part of a program on the Ecological Footprints of a couple living in the Seattle area. It was quite interesting to see how they were living and commuting to work - anyone who lives between Seattle and Portland Oregon knows all too well the traffic issues in the area. I originally lived in NY, I never saw traffic this bad in NY. Most people drive alone.
This couple “thought” they were living pretty eco-friendly until they took the quiz and they scored rather poorly. If I remember correctly they scored around 40 acres. Once they made adjustments and moved closer to where they work I think they got it down to 20 acres.
I took the online quiz, I thought I’d score fairly ok - nearly everything I do is within 5 miles of where I live, I work my Young Living business fulltime from my home based office, I do a lot of my work online and over the phone, I own a Prius (get about 60 mpg, I love this car, will NEVER buy a regular car again), my boyfriend walks to work (which is 1/4 mile away), I buy as much local produce as I can find (quite often I won’t buy something when I know it’s traveled more than 100 miles), I do not use any chemical products (only Young Living oils, personal care products, and Thieves Household Cleaner for cleaning everything from my toilet to laundry to dishes), I eat only grass-fed meats (this I have shipped in bc the quality is amazing), free range eggs, I don’t have A/C, I do have a Bosch energy efficient washer & dryer (I highly recommend this pair, I have never seen any washer clean so well and efficiently with so little water and electric to dry! It puts ALL other models to shame!!).
Some other things I do to make less of an impact
I refuse to buy paper towels (I recycle old kitchen towels for cleaning rags, and use cloth dinner napkins), and I avoid buying things that have too much packaging (this over-kill with the packaging drives me nuts!), I use “glass” storage containers for leftovers (rather than plastic), I avoid buying produce that’s wrapped in plastic or putting my produce in plastic and food in plastic jars( I despise plastic, and prefer using brown paper bags for my produce - it keeps the produce good without poisons leaching into my food), I have sturdy canvas bags for shopping, I don’t buy sodas or juices (for 3 reasons: 1. look around at the poor health of the people, and 2. why would I want to buy and ingest stuff that’s slowly poisoning me? and, 3. the packaging.) Those are just some of the things that I do that make me healthier and keep the planet greener. I love that I’ve eliminated so much junk from my life, it feels very freeing!
The quiz is based on national consumption averages and is meant to give you an idea of your Ecological Footprint relative to other people in the country you live in. It is not highly detailed, but should give most people an idea of where they stand.
I think the most scary part is that if everyone lived like I do we would need 2.3 planet earths! The good news is, when I do get property I know my ecological footprint will be near zero because I plan to build a hybrid house, a cross between an off-the-grid Earthship and Cob house. With my landscaping experience, planting & growing knowledge (I can grow vegetables year round in a zone 5 climate in an unheated hoop-house, learn more with Eliot Coleman and his book, Four Season Harvest), etc. My plans are to be nearly 100% self-sustainable.
Here is my score (for two adults in the household):
FOOD 4.2 ACRES
MOBILITY 0 ACRES
SHELTER 3.7 ACRES
GOODS/SERVICES 2.5 ACRES
TOTAL FOOTPRINT 10 ACRES
IN COMPARISON, THE AVERAGE ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT IN YOUR COUNTRY IS 24 ACRES PER PERSON. [ths figure is absolutely disgraceful, 24 arces - yikes!]
WORLDWIDE, THERE EXIST 4.5 BIOLOGICALLY PRODUCTIVE ACRES PER PERSON. [I can grow and raise enough food on 5 acres to feed at least a couple families for a year]
IF EVERYONE LIVED LIKE YOU, WE WOULD NEED 2.3 PLANETS. [gulp!]
Take the quiz, and if you like - post a comment to let us know how you scored and your thoughts on what you think are good ways we can make a change.
This couple “thought” they were living pretty eco-friendly until they took the quiz and they scored rather poorly. If I remember correctly they scored around 40 acres. Once they made adjustments and moved closer to where they work I think they got it down to 20 acres.
I took the online quiz, I thought I’d score fairly ok - nearly everything I do is within 5 miles of where I live, I work my Young Living business fulltime from my home based office, I do a lot of my work online and over the phone, I own a Prius (get about 60 mpg, I love this car, will NEVER buy a regular car again), my boyfriend walks to work (which is 1/4 mile away), I buy as much local produce as I can find (quite often I won’t buy something when I know it’s traveled more than 100 miles), I do not use any chemical products (only Young Living oils, personal care products, and Thieves Household Cleaner for cleaning everything from my toilet to laundry to dishes), I eat only grass-fed meats (this I have shipped in bc the quality is amazing), free range eggs, I don’t have A/C, I do have a Bosch energy efficient washer & dryer (I highly recommend this pair, I have never seen any washer clean so well and efficiently with so little water and electric to dry! It puts ALL other models to shame!!).
Some other things I do to make less of an impact
I refuse to buy paper towels (I recycle old kitchen towels for cleaning rags, and use cloth dinner napkins), and I avoid buying things that have too much packaging (this over-kill with the packaging drives me nuts!), I use “glass” storage containers for leftovers (rather than plastic), I avoid buying produce that’s wrapped in plastic or putting my produce in plastic and food in plastic jars( I despise plastic, and prefer using brown paper bags for my produce - it keeps the produce good without poisons leaching into my food), I have sturdy canvas bags for shopping, I don’t buy sodas or juices (for 3 reasons: 1. look around at the poor health of the people, and 2. why would I want to buy and ingest stuff that’s slowly poisoning me? and, 3. the packaging.) Those are just some of the things that I do that make me healthier and keep the planet greener. I love that I’ve eliminated so much junk from my life, it feels very freeing!
The quiz is based on national consumption averages and is meant to give you an idea of your Ecological Footprint relative to other people in the country you live in. It is not highly detailed, but should give most people an idea of where they stand.
I think the most scary part is that if everyone lived like I do we would need 2.3 planet earths! The good news is, when I do get property I know my ecological footprint will be near zero because I plan to build a hybrid house, a cross between an off-the-grid Earthship and Cob house. With my landscaping experience, planting & growing knowledge (I can grow vegetables year round in a zone 5 climate in an unheated hoop-house, learn more with Eliot Coleman and his book, Four Season Harvest), etc. My plans are to be nearly 100% self-sustainable.
Here is my score (for two adults in the household):
FOOD 4.2 ACRES
MOBILITY 0 ACRES
SHELTER 3.7 ACRES
GOODS/SERVICES 2.5 ACRES
TOTAL FOOTPRINT 10 ACRES
IN COMPARISON, THE AVERAGE ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT IN YOUR COUNTRY IS 24 ACRES PER PERSON. [ths figure is absolutely disgraceful, 24 arces - yikes!]
WORLDWIDE, THERE EXIST 4.5 BIOLOGICALLY PRODUCTIVE ACRES PER PERSON. [I can grow and raise enough food on 5 acres to feed at least a couple families for a year]
IF EVERYONE LIVED LIKE YOU, WE WOULD NEED 2.3 PLANETS. [gulp!]
Take the quiz, and if you like - post a comment to let us know how you scored and your thoughts on what you think are good ways we can make a change.
4 Grades of Essential Oils - how they differ and why you need to know the difference
• Grade A essential oils are pure therapeutic quality and are usually made from organically grown plants distilled at the proper temperatures using steam distillation. This the category that all of Young Living’s essential oils and essential oil-enhanced products are in. This high quality essential oil can be purchased at TheVeryEssence.com
• Grade B essential oils are food grade; they may contain synthetics, pesticides, fertilizers, chemical/synthetic extenders, or carrier oils. With all those unnecessary toxins. I find it hard to imagine how these can be approved as ‘food grade’. If I ruled the world, it would be a completely different place!
• Grade C oils are perfume grade and may contain the same type of adulterating chemicals as food grade oils. They also usually contain solvents which are used to gain a higher yield of oil per harvest. Solvents are normally cancerous. This is what’s in the store bought perfumes and other scented products.
And yes, these chemicals and inferior ingredients are in the products sold in natural food stores, don’t allow yourself to be fooled by the words “natural” and organic” any longer! That industry is NOT what it was 20 or 30 years ago.
For those who know what pure essential oils are suppose to smell like, anything other than the top quality literally stinks - you Young Living readers out there, you know precisely what I’m saying. And this is why Young Living “is” the standard setter in the essential oil industry. You can’t get standards any higher than what we have.
• Floral Water is a byproduct of the distillation process, a very high quality if it comes from a Grade A distillation process. Accordingly it is of very low quality if it comes from poor quality raw materials and/or poor distillation processes. It is usually found in skin and hair products. This too is a quality of product that I disapprove of for obvious reasons.
Get the best Essential Oils here!
I’m not sure if this has become common knowledge but the Organic industry ain’t what it used to be. I’ve been buying organic everything for the past 30 years. In the late 1990’s I began noticing a big difference - NOT a better difference! I have since discovered that the USDA now controls what constitutes organic. Of course, this goes hand-in-hand with the pressures of the controlling megga companies, names which all of us know and grew up with.
Take a look at “who” now “owns” your favorite natural and organic brands.
Of the more than 75,000 chemicals registered with the Environmental Protection Agency, only a fraction have gone through complete testing to find out whether they might cause problems for human health. Many that are produced in enormous quantities have never been tested at all.
Usually, it takes dramatic episodes of workplace injuries or wildlife poisonings, combined with rigorous scientific proof of harm and public outcry, before the government will act to restrict or ban any chemical. And that is no accident.
The current regulatory system allows synthetic chemicals into our lives unless one is proven beyond doubt to be dangerous. Read more about this at Bill Moyers, PBS, Trade Secrets.
Skin Deep, pairs ingredients in nearly 25,000 products against 50 definitive toxicity and regulatory databases, making it the largest integrated data resource of its kind. Why did a small nonprofit take on such a big project? Because the FDA doesn’t require companies to test their own products for safety.
Every time we go out there and purchase foods or products that are not what we are led to believe they are, or through ignorance, it is directly contributing to support that industry. I will not buy any product that I know does not have the highest quality of essential oil or ingredients.
Every time we buy foods and products that are not local or made in the US or from “Direct Sellers”, 70% of the money spent “leaves” the community. These are just some of the larger reasons why our physical and financial health are on the brink of disaster.
• Grade B essential oils are food grade; they may contain synthetics, pesticides, fertilizers, chemical/synthetic extenders, or carrier oils. With all those unnecessary toxins. I find it hard to imagine how these can be approved as ‘food grade’. If I ruled the world, it would be a completely different place!
• Grade C oils are perfume grade and may contain the same type of adulterating chemicals as food grade oils. They also usually contain solvents which are used to gain a higher yield of oil per harvest. Solvents are normally cancerous. This is what’s in the store bought perfumes and other scented products.
And yes, these chemicals and inferior ingredients are in the products sold in natural food stores, don’t allow yourself to be fooled by the words “natural” and organic” any longer! That industry is NOT what it was 20 or 30 years ago.
For those who know what pure essential oils are suppose to smell like, anything other than the top quality literally stinks - you Young Living readers out there, you know precisely what I’m saying. And this is why Young Living “is” the standard setter in the essential oil industry. You can’t get standards any higher than what we have.
• Floral Water is a byproduct of the distillation process, a very high quality if it comes from a Grade A distillation process. Accordingly it is of very low quality if it comes from poor quality raw materials and/or poor distillation processes. It is usually found in skin and hair products. This too is a quality of product that I disapprove of for obvious reasons.
Get the best Essential Oils here!
I’m not sure if this has become common knowledge but the Organic industry ain’t what it used to be. I’ve been buying organic everything for the past 30 years. In the late 1990’s I began noticing a big difference - NOT a better difference! I have since discovered that the USDA now controls what constitutes organic. Of course, this goes hand-in-hand with the pressures of the controlling megga companies, names which all of us know and grew up with.
Take a look at “who” now “owns” your favorite natural and organic brands.
Of the more than 75,000 chemicals registered with the Environmental Protection Agency, only a fraction have gone through complete testing to find out whether they might cause problems for human health. Many that are produced in enormous quantities have never been tested at all.
Usually, it takes dramatic episodes of workplace injuries or wildlife poisonings, combined with rigorous scientific proof of harm and public outcry, before the government will act to restrict or ban any chemical. And that is no accident.
The current regulatory system allows synthetic chemicals into our lives unless one is proven beyond doubt to be dangerous. Read more about this at Bill Moyers, PBS, Trade Secrets.
Skin Deep, pairs ingredients in nearly 25,000 products against 50 definitive toxicity and regulatory databases, making it the largest integrated data resource of its kind. Why did a small nonprofit take on such a big project? Because the FDA doesn’t require companies to test their own products for safety.
Every time we go out there and purchase foods or products that are not what we are led to believe they are, or through ignorance, it is directly contributing to support that industry. I will not buy any product that I know does not have the highest quality of essential oil or ingredients.
Every time we buy foods and products that are not local or made in the US or from “Direct Sellers”, 70% of the money spent “leaves” the community. These are just some of the larger reasons why our physical and financial health are on the brink of disaster.
What are Essential Oils and why is it difficult to find “therapeutic-grade” essential oils?
Essential oils are the volatile liquids that are distilled from plants (including their respective parts such as seeds, bark, leaves, stems, roots, flowers, fruit, etc.). One of the factors that determine the purity and therapeutic value of an oil is its chemical constituents. These constituents can be affected by a vast number of variables including: the part(s) of the plant from which the oil was produced, soil condition, fertilizer (organic or chemical), geographical region, climate, altitude, harvest season and methods, and distillation process.
For example, common thyme, or thyme vulgaris, produces several different chemotypes (biochemical specifics or simple species) depending on the conditions of its growth, climate, and altitude. One will produce high levels of thymol depending on the time of year it is distilled. If distilled during mid-summer or late fall, there can be higher levels of carvacrol which can cause the oil to be more caustic or irritating to the skin. Low pressure and low temperature are also keys to maintaining the purity, the ultimate fragrance, and the therapeutic value of the oil.
Why is it so difficult to find pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils?
Producing the purest of oils can be very costly because it may require several hundred pounds, or even several thousand pounds of plant material to extract one pound of pure essential oil.
For example, one pound of pure melissa oil sells for $9,000-$15,000. Although this sounds quite expensive, one must realize that three tons of plant material are required to produce that single pound of oil.
Because the vast majority of all essential oils produced in the world today are used by the perfume industry, the oils are being purchased for their aromatic qualities only.
High pressure, high temperatures, rapid processing and the use of chemical solvents are often employed during the distillation process so that a greater quantity of oil can be prouced at a faster rate. These oils may smell just as good and cost much less, but will lack most, if not all, of the chemical constituents necessary to produce the expeced therapeutic results.
Excerpted from: The Reference Guide for Essential Oils by Connie & Alan Higley
Buy Pure therapeutic-grade Essential Oils here!
For example, common thyme, or thyme vulgaris, produces several different chemotypes (biochemical specifics or simple species) depending on the conditions of its growth, climate, and altitude. One will produce high levels of thymol depending on the time of year it is distilled. If distilled during mid-summer or late fall, there can be higher levels of carvacrol which can cause the oil to be more caustic or irritating to the skin. Low pressure and low temperature are also keys to maintaining the purity, the ultimate fragrance, and the therapeutic value of the oil.
Why is it so difficult to find pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils?
Producing the purest of oils can be very costly because it may require several hundred pounds, or even several thousand pounds of plant material to extract one pound of pure essential oil.
For example, one pound of pure melissa oil sells for $9,000-$15,000. Although this sounds quite expensive, one must realize that three tons of plant material are required to produce that single pound of oil.
Because the vast majority of all essential oils produced in the world today are used by the perfume industry, the oils are being purchased for their aromatic qualities only.
High pressure, high temperatures, rapid processing and the use of chemical solvents are often employed during the distillation process so that a greater quantity of oil can be prouced at a faster rate. These oils may smell just as good and cost much less, but will lack most, if not all, of the chemical constituents necessary to produce the expeced therapeutic results.
Excerpted from: The Reference Guide for Essential Oils by Connie & Alan Higley
Buy Pure therapeutic-grade Essential Oils here!
Side Effects of Serious Use of NingXia Red and Essential Oils
• you may discover an increase in energy levels: causing you to clean house and do outside chores that you’ve been putting off for months or years.
• you may decide that you like to exercise instead of hating it: causing you to lose 30 minutes to one hour every day.
• a decrease of discomfort in your joints and body.
• may cause you to get more sleep.
• you may find hair growing in the bald spot on your head.
• symptoms of fungus, like Candida (yeast infection) and toe fungus might disappear: causing you to stop having discomfort due to rash and itching.
• you may discover your eyesight is improving: causing you to have to change your eyeglass prescription.
• you may find diminished thoughts of depression and suicide cease: causing you to change your feelings about yourself, your family, friends and life in general.
• you may find that trips to the doctor and hospital become infrequent: causing you to lose anxiety, stress and financial concerns.
• you may find decreased need for prescription drugs: causing money to appear in your wallet or purse.
• you might contact me or place an order because you want what I have
• you might want to save 24% and get the Start Living with NingXia Red Kit
• you may decide that you like to exercise instead of hating it: causing you to lose 30 minutes to one hour every day.
• a decrease of discomfort in your joints and body.
• may cause you to get more sleep.
• you may find hair growing in the bald spot on your head.
• symptoms of fungus, like Candida (yeast infection) and toe fungus might disappear: causing you to stop having discomfort due to rash and itching.
• you may discover your eyesight is improving: causing you to have to change your eyeglass prescription.
• you may find diminished thoughts of depression and suicide cease: causing you to change your feelings about yourself, your family, friends and life in general.
• you may find that trips to the doctor and hospital become infrequent: causing you to lose anxiety, stress and financial concerns.
• you may find decreased need for prescription drugs: causing money to appear in your wallet or purse.
• you might contact me or place an order because you want what I have
• you might want to save 24% and get the Start Living with NingXia Red Kit
When Imagination Knocks, Open the Door
The statistics say:
• 70% of business happens between Labor Day and Christmas
• 47% of women over 50 are single
• of divorced women - their standard of living drops 73% after the divorce, widows are pretty much in the same position
I don’t know about you, but those statistics give me the chills, not to mention, take our power away! What are your feelings about this?
The other feeling it brings up in me is that there are a lot of women out there who need to know “you” can be empowered and do something to change those statistics. I want them to know they can improve the quality of their lives with essential oils and/or have a Young Living business. Someimes, it only takes “one” opportunity to come knocking on your door.
Speaking of a knock on the door, this is a very beautiful and powerful video. Be sure to check out their site, it’s very cool!
Open the Door
Learn more about and be more empowered by essential oils through my essential oil newsletter, see the top left corner of the menu to subscribe to a free subscription. Contact me through my website if having an empowered life or Young Living business is right for you.
Blessings,
Evelyn
• 70% of business happens between Labor Day and Christmas
• 47% of women over 50 are single
• of divorced women - their standard of living drops 73% after the divorce, widows are pretty much in the same position
I don’t know about you, but those statistics give me the chills, not to mention, take our power away! What are your feelings about this?
The other feeling it brings up in me is that there are a lot of women out there who need to know “you” can be empowered and do something to change those statistics. I want them to know they can improve the quality of their lives with essential oils and/or have a Young Living business. Someimes, it only takes “one” opportunity to come knocking on your door.
Speaking of a knock on the door, this is a very beautiful and powerful video. Be sure to check out their site, it’s very cool!
Open the Door
Learn more about and be more empowered by essential oils through my essential oil newsletter, see the top left corner of the menu to subscribe to a free subscription. Contact me through my website if having an empowered life or Young Living business is right for you.
Blessings,
Evelyn
Blue Agave (Agave tequilana) a low-glycemic sweetener
Organic Blue Agave is much sweeter than sugar, but with a glycemic index of only 11 (sugar has a glycemic index of 68-85). In recipes, use 1/2 to 3/4 cup in place of 1 cup sugar. You may also need to reduce the amount of liquid, just as you would for honey. Use like honey in beverages or on cereal, bread, etc.
The name agave comes from the Greek word for ‘noble.’ Organic agave syrup (and tequila) is made from the sap from hearts (piƱas) of the agave or maguey (pronounced ‘mah-gay’) plant. This plant is actually related to the lily and amaryllis (it has its own genus, Agave). It is known as a succulent and, although it shares a common habitat with many cacti, it is not one itself and has a different life cycle. A mature agave has leaves 5-8 feet tall, and is 7-12 feet in diameter. It has a lifespan of 8-15 years, depending on species, growing conditions and climate.
There are 136 species of agave in Mexico , of which the blue agave - Agave tequilana - is the only one allowed for use in tequila production and also the only agave used to make Young Living Agave Syrup. Blue agave is higher in fructose-producing carbohydrates than other types of agave and is considered to be the finest agave in the world. Several different species of agave are allowed for use in the production of mescal, an alcohol similar to, yet quite different than tequila. These other species of agave are also used to make most agave syrups.
Organic agave syrup is a natural product that can sweeten any type of beverage or food. It is derived from the carbohydrates present in the agave plant through a totally natural thermic (heat) process with no chemicals involved. To produce organic agave syrup, juice is expressed from the core of the agave (the piƱa). The juice is then selected to become dark agave syrup or is filtered to create a light agave syrup.
The unfiltered dark liquid contains many minerals and retains a natural and unique flavor, with a slight hint of a vanilla-like aroma. The light has the natural solids removed through a fine filtration process, creating a liquid that can be used in recipes that require a more neutral base that can be colored.
As with the creation of all agave syrups, the light and dark liquids are then heated, causing thermic hydrolysis which breaks down the carbohydrates into sugars. The main carbohydrate is a complex form of fructose called inulin or fructosan. The filtered juice is concentrated to a syrup-like liquid a little thinner than honey.
Fructose
Fructose is a simple sugar found mainly in fruits and vegetables. Due to the predominance of fructose, organic agave syrup is much sweeter than sucrose but has the same caloric value as sucrose (table sugar). Thus, a smaller amount yields the same sweetness but fewer calories than sucrose. This gives agave syrup advantages in both the food industry and the health of the consumer.
Did you know that Americans eat over 150 pounds of sweeteners each year per person?
This represents a 1,500% jump in sugar consumption in the last 200 years. Did you also know that sugar by any other name is still sugar?
For example, evaporated cane juice, corn syrup, dextrose, ethyl maltol, high-fructose corn syrup, maltodextrin, raw sugar and turbinado sugar are all forms of sugar that wreak the same havoc on our bodies as refined table sugar. As we eat more and more sugar, we put undue stress on our bodies (our bodies, by the way, need very little sugar for optimal health).
In response to a rise in blood sugar when we have a sweetener, our pancreas produces insulin, which removes sugar from the blood to be stored as fat. This process results in low blood sugar which means we want to eat more. It should be no surprise, then, that sugar consumption leads to obesity, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and diabetes.
What may be a bigger surprise is that sugar consumption also increases triglycerides, a major predictor of heart disease. Cancer cells feed on sugar. And sugar lowers the body’s production of antibodies, hinders the germ-killing ability of white blood cells, and blocks the transport of Vitamin C.
Buy Blue Agave (item #3224)
Calories: 20 per serving
Carbohydrates: 5.2 grams per serving
Dietary Fiber: 0 grams per serving
Sugars: 5.2 grams per serving
Approximately 189 servings per container
Ingredients: Organic nectar from Agave tequilana.
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
The name agave comes from the Greek word for ‘noble.’ Organic agave syrup (and tequila) is made from the sap from hearts (piƱas) of the agave or maguey (pronounced ‘mah-gay’) plant. This plant is actually related to the lily and amaryllis (it has its own genus, Agave). It is known as a succulent and, although it shares a common habitat with many cacti, it is not one itself and has a different life cycle. A mature agave has leaves 5-8 feet tall, and is 7-12 feet in diameter. It has a lifespan of 8-15 years, depending on species, growing conditions and climate.
There are 136 species of agave in Mexico , of which the blue agave - Agave tequilana - is the only one allowed for use in tequila production and also the only agave used to make Young Living Agave Syrup. Blue agave is higher in fructose-producing carbohydrates than other types of agave and is considered to be the finest agave in the world. Several different species of agave are allowed for use in the production of mescal, an alcohol similar to, yet quite different than tequila. These other species of agave are also used to make most agave syrups.
Organic agave syrup is a natural product that can sweeten any type of beverage or food. It is derived from the carbohydrates present in the agave plant through a totally natural thermic (heat) process with no chemicals involved. To produce organic agave syrup, juice is expressed from the core of the agave (the piƱa). The juice is then selected to become dark agave syrup or is filtered to create a light agave syrup.
The unfiltered dark liquid contains many minerals and retains a natural and unique flavor, with a slight hint of a vanilla-like aroma. The light has the natural solids removed through a fine filtration process, creating a liquid that can be used in recipes that require a more neutral base that can be colored.
As with the creation of all agave syrups, the light and dark liquids are then heated, causing thermic hydrolysis which breaks down the carbohydrates into sugars. The main carbohydrate is a complex form of fructose called inulin or fructosan. The filtered juice is concentrated to a syrup-like liquid a little thinner than honey.
Fructose
Fructose is a simple sugar found mainly in fruits and vegetables. Due to the predominance of fructose, organic agave syrup is much sweeter than sucrose but has the same caloric value as sucrose (table sugar). Thus, a smaller amount yields the same sweetness but fewer calories than sucrose. This gives agave syrup advantages in both the food industry and the health of the consumer.
Did you know that Americans eat over 150 pounds of sweeteners each year per person?
This represents a 1,500% jump in sugar consumption in the last 200 years. Did you also know that sugar by any other name is still sugar?
For example, evaporated cane juice, corn syrup, dextrose, ethyl maltol, high-fructose corn syrup, maltodextrin, raw sugar and turbinado sugar are all forms of sugar that wreak the same havoc on our bodies as refined table sugar. As we eat more and more sugar, we put undue stress on our bodies (our bodies, by the way, need very little sugar for optimal health).
In response to a rise in blood sugar when we have a sweetener, our pancreas produces insulin, which removes sugar from the blood to be stored as fat. This process results in low blood sugar which means we want to eat more. It should be no surprise, then, that sugar consumption leads to obesity, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and diabetes.
What may be a bigger surprise is that sugar consumption also increases triglycerides, a major predictor of heart disease. Cancer cells feed on sugar. And sugar lowers the body’s production of antibodies, hinders the germ-killing ability of white blood cells, and blocks the transport of Vitamin C.
Buy Blue Agave (item #3224)
Calories: 20 per serving
Carbohydrates: 5.2 grams per serving
Dietary Fiber: 0 grams per serving
Sugars: 5.2 grams per serving
Approximately 189 servings per container
Ingredients: Organic nectar from Agave tequilana.
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
What’s all the “pH-uss” about pH in Cosmetic Products - Myths and Facts about acid and alkaline
pH stands for the power of the hydrogen atom. Skin and hair do not have a pH. A scale from 0 to 14 is used to measure acidity and alkalinity of solutions. pH 7.0 is neutral. Acidity increases as the pH number decreases and alkalinity increases as the pH number increases.
Usually the pH of a cosmetic will not change the natural pH of the hair or skin because the hair and skin contain keratin, fatty acids and other substances that adjust the pH levels with which they come into contact. As long as a pH is not unusually high or low there is no problem – pH wise – with a cosmetic.
Naturally the high pH of cold wave solutions and hair straighteners can damage the hair and skin, but even this is rare providing a proper conditioner or moisturizer is used after such pH alterations. There is no such thing as a “pH balanced” product because a product’s pH will drift during shelf life and alter when applied to the hair and skin.
A product’s pH is not a danger to the body, but the synthetic chemicals used in cosmetics – often to alter the pH to please the ones who fall for the “pH balanced” story – are (Hampton).
So tell me, who’s selling “Snake Oils!?”
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Usually the pH of a cosmetic will not change the natural pH of the hair or skin because the hair and skin contain keratin, fatty acids and other substances that adjust the pH levels with which they come into contact. As long as a pH is not unusually high or low there is no problem – pH wise – with a cosmetic.
Naturally the high pH of cold wave solutions and hair straighteners can damage the hair and skin, but even this is rare providing a proper conditioner or moisturizer is used after such pH alterations. There is no such thing as a “pH balanced” product because a product’s pH will drift during shelf life and alter when applied to the hair and skin.
A product’s pH is not a danger to the body, but the synthetic chemicals used in cosmetics – often to alter the pH to please the ones who fall for the “pH balanced” story – are (Hampton).
So tell me, who’s selling “Snake Oils!?”
Buy Young Living Skin Care products and Shampoo's
Who Took the “Natural” out of Natural Cosmetics - Myths and Facts about what’s Natural
NATURAL COSMETICS
The definition of “natural“…
natural |Ėna ch ÉrÉl|
adjective
1. existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind : carrots contain a natural antiseptic that fights bacteria | natural disasters such as earthquakes.
Hmmm, this makes me wonder if many of these companies ever take a look at a dictionary. Ok, enough of my cynical coments - let’s get to the core of this…
MYTH: Contains no artificial ingredients. Pure or from nature.
FACT: There is no legal definition for “natural” which is why you see it everywhere. [ok, so a dictionary isn’t the law] A chemist’s definition of organic simply requires that the molecule contain carbon (Hampton).
In cosmetic terminology, the term “natural” usually means anything the manufacturer wishes.
There are no legal boundaries for the term. There are no guidelines surrounding what can or cannot be inside a “natural” product. Most cosmetics called “natural” still contain preservatives, coloring agents and all the other things you can think of that sound very unnatural (Begoun).
Another little Fact:
When I talk to people, or post something in this blog, I’m always at a loss for words as to “how” to exress that Young Living products are NOT fake natural products. The words organic, all-natural and pure, don’t mean anything these days because they are abused by marketers and the companies producing those products.
So what’s a girl left to say?
“I enjoy Young Living’s essential oils, personal & dental care products because they contain ingredients our human bodies have evolved with, my body recognizes the ingreidents and knows what to do with them, and they’re edible.”
That reminds me of a question someone asked me a couple months ago, “is the Thieves Household Cleaner OSHA approved?”
I almost didn’t know what to say, without sounding like a jerk. Seriously, the essential oils and products (the Thieves Household Cleaner included) are probably safer than the food most people in the US eat! I’d bet OSHA wouldn’t even approve the dental care products on the market.
For those of you who appreciate better than food quality products, like I do, and who are sick and tired of the “misleading” representations - you may want to take a closer look at what Young Living offers.
The definition of “natural“…
natural |Ėna ch ÉrÉl|
adjective
1. existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind : carrots contain a natural antiseptic that fights bacteria | natural disasters such as earthquakes.
Hmmm, this makes me wonder if many of these companies ever take a look at a dictionary. Ok, enough of my cynical coments - let’s get to the core of this…
MYTH: Contains no artificial ingredients. Pure or from nature.
FACT: There is no legal definition for “natural” which is why you see it everywhere. [ok, so a dictionary isn’t the law] A chemist’s definition of organic simply requires that the molecule contain carbon (Hampton).
In cosmetic terminology, the term “natural” usually means anything the manufacturer wishes.
There are no legal boundaries for the term. There are no guidelines surrounding what can or cannot be inside a “natural” product. Most cosmetics called “natural” still contain preservatives, coloring agents and all the other things you can think of that sound very unnatural (Begoun).
Another little Fact:
When I talk to people, or post something in this blog, I’m always at a loss for words as to “how” to exress that Young Living products are NOT fake natural products. The words organic, all-natural and pure, don’t mean anything these days because they are abused by marketers and the companies producing those products.
So what’s a girl left to say?
“I enjoy Young Living’s essential oils, personal & dental care products because they contain ingredients our human bodies have evolved with, my body recognizes the ingreidents and knows what to do with them, and they’re edible.”
That reminds me of a question someone asked me a couple months ago, “is the Thieves Household Cleaner OSHA approved?”
I almost didn’t know what to say, without sounding like a jerk. Seriously, the essential oils and products (the Thieves Household Cleaner included) are probably safer than the food most people in the US eat! I’d bet OSHA wouldn’t even approve the dental care products on the market.
For those of you who appreciate better than food quality products, like I do, and who are sick and tired of the “misleading” representations - you may want to take a closer look at what Young Living offers.
Myth and Facts about Liposomes and the Fountain of Youth
LIPOSOMES
MYTH: Nanosphenes or Micellization - Ultimate anti-aging agent.
FACT: Liposomes are one of the newest entries in the “Fountain of Youth” arena. According to one recent theory, cellular aging involves the edification of skin cell membranes. Liposomes, which are tiny bags of fat and thymus gland extract suspended in a gel, are supposed to merge with your aging skin cells, revive them and add moisture to them.
Current scientific understanding does not support the rigidification theory. The cell membranes of young and old persons are alike. As a result, it is likely that liposome-containing moisturizers represent nothing more than another expensive allure (Novick).
The only wrinkles I want to see are the clothes in my dirty laundry basket.
What do I use?
My favorite Young Living wrinkle slower-downers are:
Frankincense essential oil (about twice a week I put 2 drops in my palm, with index finger apply the frankincense on my face and neck). Be sure to read “Usng Essential Oils” before you try this at home.
Boswellia Wrinkle Cream
A•R•T Skin Care
Wolfberry Eye Cream
Beauty Serum for oily skin
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No, I don’t apply them all at once. I like to switch between them. Between the weather, humidity, heat or cool or my mood - my skin needs different things at different times.
I’ve always had pretty oily skin and have always wished I had beautiful skin. I’m a lot older than I look, and two years ago I began hearing something from people that I once dreamed of hearing, “you have such beautiful skin.” It wasn’t until I began using the Young Living skin care products and Frankincense essential oil that my skin became something I’m proud of.
Thank you, Young Living!
MYTH: Nanosphenes or Micellization - Ultimate anti-aging agent.
FACT: Liposomes are one of the newest entries in the “Fountain of Youth” arena. According to one recent theory, cellular aging involves the edification of skin cell membranes. Liposomes, which are tiny bags of fat and thymus gland extract suspended in a gel, are supposed to merge with your aging skin cells, revive them and add moisture to them.
Current scientific understanding does not support the rigidification theory. The cell membranes of young and old persons are alike. As a result, it is likely that liposome-containing moisturizers represent nothing more than another expensive allure (Novick).
The only wrinkles I want to see are the clothes in my dirty laundry basket.
What do I use?
My favorite Young Living wrinkle slower-downers are:
Frankincense essential oil (about twice a week I put 2 drops in my palm, with index finger apply the frankincense on my face and neck). Be sure to read “Usng Essential Oils” before you try this at home.
Boswellia Wrinkle Cream
A•R•T Skin Care
Wolfberry Eye Cream
Beauty Serum for oily skin
Buy Young Living Skin Care Products
No, I don’t apply them all at once. I like to switch between them. Between the weather, humidity, heat or cool or my mood - my skin needs different things at different times.
I’ve always had pretty oily skin and have always wished I had beautiful skin. I’m a lot older than I look, and two years ago I began hearing something from people that I once dreamed of hearing, “you have such beautiful skin.” It wasn’t until I began using the Young Living skin care products and Frankincense essential oil that my skin became something I’m proud of.
Thank you, Young Living!
Essential 7 Collection - the Essential Oil First Aid Kit
Where do you begin? The Essential 7 kit was created so that anyone could immediately use and appreciate the benefits of therapeutic-grade essential oils it contains seven 5 ml. bottles.
The Essential 7 Collection contains...
• LAVENDER (lavendula officinalis) is the most versatile of all essential oils. Therapeutic-grade lavender has been highly regarded for the skin. The French scientist Rene Gattefosse was the first to discover these properties when he severely burned his hands in a laboratory explosion. Lavender has also been clinically evaluated for its relaxing effects. It may be used to cleanse cuts, bruises, and skin irritations. The fragrance is calming, relaxing, and balancing-physically and emotionally.
How to use: Diffuse or apply topically. Because lavender has a wide range of uses, if you are unsure which oil to apply, use lavender. Safe for use on small children. May also be added to food, or goat or rice milk as a dietary supplement.
• LEMON (citrus limon) contains 68 percent d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant. It may serve as an insect repellent and may be beneficial for the skin.
How to use: Diffuse or add a few drops to a spray bottle to deodorize and sterilize the air. Use for removing gum, oil, or grease spots. Add to food or goat or rice milk as a dietary supplement or flavoring.
Caution:
Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light within 72 hours.
• PEPPERMINT (mentha piperita) is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermint’s effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint’s role in improving taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint’s ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermint’s ability to directly affect the brain’s satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.
How to use: Diffuse. Massage on the stomach or add to water or tea for supporting normal digestion. Apply to bottom of feet to cool off on a hot day. Rub on the temples for a calming effect, or place several drops on the tongue as an invigorating pick-me-up. A wonderful flavoring and preservative.
Caution: avoid contact with eyes, mucus membranes, or sensitive skin areas.
Do not apply to a fresh wound or burn.
• PURIFICATION is a blend that, when diffused, helps to purify and cleanse the air and neutralize mildew, cigarette smoke, and disagreeable odors. When applied directly to the skin, Purification may be used to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes.
How to use: Diffuse, apply topically, or put on cotton balls to place in air vents of home, car, hotel room, and office. Diffuse and rub on feet during cleansing.
• Joy produces a magnetic energy to enhance the frequency of self-love and brings an exotic, luxurious blend of ylang ylang, bergamot, mandarin, rose and other oils that produces an uplifting magnetic energy and brings joy to the heart. When worn as a cologne or perfume, it exudes an alluring and irresistible fragrance that inspires romance and togetherness. When diffused, it can be refreshing and uplifting.
• PEACE AND CALMING is a gentle, fragrant blend specially designed for diffusing. It promotes relaxation and a deep sense of peace, helping to calm tensions and uplift spirits. When massaged on the bottoms of the feet, it can be a wonderful prelude to a peaceful night’s rest. Peace & Calming may be especially calming and comforting to young children after an overactive and stressful day.
How to use: Diffuse in bedrooms, living areas, and office. Apply to bottom of feet, wrists, and outside of ears. Blend with V-6 Mixing Oil or Massage Oil Base for a calming massage.
• PANAWAY was created by Gary Young following an injury that severely tore the ligaments in his leg. PanAway is a blend of wintergreen, which has a constituent similar to cortisone; clove, which contains eugenol, used by dentists to numb gums; peppermint, which is calming for nerves; and helichrysum, which is soothing to localized discomfort.
How to use: Apply to the bottoms of feet and follow with topical application on location. Rub on temples, back of neck, or forehead, or inhale for a soothing effect. Use with a compress along the spine.
Get your Essential 7 Kit here!.
The Essential 7 Collection contains...
• LAVENDER (lavendula officinalis) is the most versatile of all essential oils. Therapeutic-grade lavender has been highly regarded for the skin. The French scientist Rene Gattefosse was the first to discover these properties when he severely burned his hands in a laboratory explosion. Lavender has also been clinically evaluated for its relaxing effects. It may be used to cleanse cuts, bruises, and skin irritations. The fragrance is calming, relaxing, and balancing-physically and emotionally.
How to use: Diffuse or apply topically. Because lavender has a wide range of uses, if you are unsure which oil to apply, use lavender. Safe for use on small children. May also be added to food, or goat or rice milk as a dietary supplement.
• LEMON (citrus limon) contains 68 percent d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant. It may serve as an insect repellent and may be beneficial for the skin.
How to use: Diffuse or add a few drops to a spray bottle to deodorize and sterilize the air. Use for removing gum, oil, or grease spots. Add to food or goat or rice milk as a dietary supplement or flavoring.
Caution:
Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light within 72 hours.
• PEPPERMINT (mentha piperita) is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermint’s effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint’s role in improving taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint’s ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermint’s ability to directly affect the brain’s satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.
How to use: Diffuse. Massage on the stomach or add to water or tea for supporting normal digestion. Apply to bottom of feet to cool off on a hot day. Rub on the temples for a calming effect, or place several drops on the tongue as an invigorating pick-me-up. A wonderful flavoring and preservative.
Caution: avoid contact with eyes, mucus membranes, or sensitive skin areas.
Do not apply to a fresh wound or burn.
• PURIFICATION is a blend that, when diffused, helps to purify and cleanse the air and neutralize mildew, cigarette smoke, and disagreeable odors. When applied directly to the skin, Purification may be used to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes.
How to use: Diffuse, apply topically, or put on cotton balls to place in air vents of home, car, hotel room, and office. Diffuse and rub on feet during cleansing.
• Joy produces a magnetic energy to enhance the frequency of self-love and brings an exotic, luxurious blend of ylang ylang, bergamot, mandarin, rose and other oils that produces an uplifting magnetic energy and brings joy to the heart. When worn as a cologne or perfume, it exudes an alluring and irresistible fragrance that inspires romance and togetherness. When diffused, it can be refreshing and uplifting.
• PEACE AND CALMING is a gentle, fragrant blend specially designed for diffusing. It promotes relaxation and a deep sense of peace, helping to calm tensions and uplift spirits. When massaged on the bottoms of the feet, it can be a wonderful prelude to a peaceful night’s rest. Peace & Calming may be especially calming and comforting to young children after an overactive and stressful day.
How to use: Diffuse in bedrooms, living areas, and office. Apply to bottom of feet, wrists, and outside of ears. Blend with V-6 Mixing Oil or Massage Oil Base for a calming massage.
• PANAWAY was created by Gary Young following an injury that severely tore the ligaments in his leg. PanAway is a blend of wintergreen, which has a constituent similar to cortisone; clove, which contains eugenol, used by dentists to numb gums; peppermint, which is calming for nerves; and helichrysum, which is soothing to localized discomfort.
How to use: Apply to the bottoms of feet and follow with topical application on location. Rub on temples, back of neck, or forehead, or inhale for a soothing effect. Use with a compress along the spine.
Get your Essential 7 Kit here!.
My Dogs Favorite Essential Oil - Palo Santo
This is my dog, Bandit. Two years ago he was playing with another dog and Bandit ended up getting hurt. It was his hind leg that got injured and he could hardly walk, he was lame. After two days of showing no improvement, I took him to the vet to find out what exactly was wrong.
Turned out he had a mild “cranial tibial thrust” of his left knee. The vet suggested surgery, at a cost about $2,000. I didn’t make an appointment for surgery because I felt it could heal with some TLC and essential oils.
It took a while but it appears to have healed (primarily because Palo Santo was not being distilled at the time of his injury) by the usage of a particular essential oil and of course rest, a good diet (raw). The essential oil is called Palo Santo. I believe Young Living is “still” the only company in the world that is distilling Palo Santo.
Bandit has a beautiful long silky coat so what I did was work work my fingers down to his skin and held the hair as much out of the way as I could. I then put one or two drops of Palo Santo on his skin and rub it in with my fingers.
Today, Bandit still enjoys Palo Santo when he is feeling stiffness. He knows the oil by name and sniffs it out in my essential oil case of some 150 different oils.
I’ll put a drop on his hip and within 30 seconds he has what I call, “puppy energy.” As soon as I get myself a digital video camera I’ll record it for everyone to see, it’s pretty amazing.
Palo Santo trees grow like weeds on the newest Young Living farm which is located in Ecuador. The thing about Palo Santo I find most interesting is that the essential oil does not come from “live” plant parts, but rather the dead fallen wood.
Palo Santo has a strong and distinctive scent comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense, although it is found in South America rather than the Middle East. Like frankincense, palo santo is known as a spiritual oil, traditionally used by the Incas to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Even its Spanish name reflects how highly this oil is regarded, Palo Santo means “holy wood” or “sacred wood.”
In my mind, when I think of the properties of frankincense, I think celluar repair. I had heard that Palo Santo was also beneficial for discomfort. For these two resaons is why I originally chose this oil, Bandit appeared to agree with my choice.
When using essential oils on dogs, or any animal for that matter, you must remember to not over do it. Proper use of therapeutic-grade essential oils, I believe, can make a big difference.
I think our four-legged and furry friends appreciate alternative therapies. I know Bandit certainly does.
Buy Palo Santo
Turned out he had a mild “cranial tibial thrust” of his left knee. The vet suggested surgery, at a cost about $2,000. I didn’t make an appointment for surgery because I felt it could heal with some TLC and essential oils.
It took a while but it appears to have healed (primarily because Palo Santo was not being distilled at the time of his injury) by the usage of a particular essential oil and of course rest, a good diet (raw). The essential oil is called Palo Santo. I believe Young Living is “still” the only company in the world that is distilling Palo Santo.
Bandit has a beautiful long silky coat so what I did was work work my fingers down to his skin and held the hair as much out of the way as I could. I then put one or two drops of Palo Santo on his skin and rub it in with my fingers.
Today, Bandit still enjoys Palo Santo when he is feeling stiffness. He knows the oil by name and sniffs it out in my essential oil case of some 150 different oils.
I’ll put a drop on his hip and within 30 seconds he has what I call, “puppy energy.” As soon as I get myself a digital video camera I’ll record it for everyone to see, it’s pretty amazing.
Palo Santo trees grow like weeds on the newest Young Living farm which is located in Ecuador. The thing about Palo Santo I find most interesting is that the essential oil does not come from “live” plant parts, but rather the dead fallen wood.
Palo Santo has a strong and distinctive scent comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense, although it is found in South America rather than the Middle East. Like frankincense, palo santo is known as a spiritual oil, traditionally used by the Incas to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Even its Spanish name reflects how highly this oil is regarded, Palo Santo means “holy wood” or “sacred wood.”
In my mind, when I think of the properties of frankincense, I think celluar repair. I had heard that Palo Santo was also beneficial for discomfort. For these two resaons is why I originally chose this oil, Bandit appeared to agree with my choice.
When using essential oils on dogs, or any animal for that matter, you must remember to not over do it. Proper use of therapeutic-grade essential oils, I believe, can make a big difference.
I think our four-legged and furry friends appreciate alternative therapies. I know Bandit certainly does.
Buy Palo Santo
Lavender Body Scrub Recipe for Beautiful Skin
There are many commercial scrubs available, why would you bother to shop for a product that has ingredients you don’t necessarily want in your life or on your skin?
Here’s a lovely recipe you can easily make with ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen cabinets. Create your own Home Spa easily and often!
Lavender Essential Oil Body Scrub
• Olive Oil 1/2 cup
• Fine Sea Salt 1/2 cup
• Lavender Essential Oil 10 drops
Lavender is known for being excellent for the skin, but there are other essential oils you may also want to try: Melrose (which happens to be on special right now, 10% off), Clarity, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Peace & Calming (restful sleep), or maybe Rosewood if you’re not feeling well.
Mix together all of the ingredients, and place in clean dry jar.
Use this after you bathe or shower (but stay in tub/shower to rinse off).
Place small amount in your hand
Gently scrub in circular motion on skin -Scrub entire body. Be gentle on, or avoid, sensitive areas.
Be careful stepping out of tub/shower, it may be slippery from the oil.
Pat dry with bath towel, or better yet, let yourself air-dry it will make your skin feel so much more silky.
Remember, only therapeutic-grade essential oils will produce the luxurious and therapeutic effects we all deserve.
Buy Young Living Essential Oils
This recipe would also make a wonderful gift for someone special.
Here’s a lovely recipe you can easily make with ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen cabinets. Create your own Home Spa easily and often!
Lavender Essential Oil Body Scrub
• Olive Oil 1/2 cup
• Fine Sea Salt 1/2 cup
• Lavender Essential Oil 10 drops
Lavender is known for being excellent for the skin, but there are other essential oils you may also want to try: Melrose (which happens to be on special right now, 10% off), Clarity, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Peace & Calming (restful sleep), or maybe Rosewood if you’re not feeling well.
Mix together all of the ingredients, and place in clean dry jar.
Use this after you bathe or shower (but stay in tub/shower to rinse off).
Place small amount in your hand
Gently scrub in circular motion on skin -Scrub entire body. Be gentle on, or avoid, sensitive areas.
Be careful stepping out of tub/shower, it may be slippery from the oil.
Pat dry with bath towel, or better yet, let yourself air-dry it will make your skin feel so much more silky.
Remember, only therapeutic-grade essential oils will produce the luxurious and therapeutic effects we all deserve.
Buy Young Living Essential Oils
This recipe would also make a wonderful gift for someone special.
Direct Sellers: Ideas for Booking Shows and Parties in your Direct Selling Business!
Yesterday, my business coach, Caterina Rando, had a free TeleClass on creative ways to create a summer booking boom. She recorded the class and I’m providing the link here so you can listen to it and make your summer sizzle!
Click here to listen to the recording, Booking Ideas for Summer!
Caterina is terrific, having worked with many different Direct Selling organizations it’s difficult for me to imagine that during and after her coaching that one wouldn’t see significant improvements in their downline, personal leadership skills, professionalism, and conducting their business on a whole new level.
Caterina Rando is offering a SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER for her Direct Sales Business Breakthrough Groups starting September 10th.
Through your participation in Business Breakthrough you will gain:
• More clarity, focus and accomplishment of your goals and mission
• A solid action plan to follow to book, sell, recruit and lead effectively
• New tools for accelerated growth in your challenge areas
• Skills to develop leaders throughout your organization
• More consistency in your actions and more results happen with ease
• A significant increase in your recruiting results
• Higher commissions and an increase in your personal and group volume
No matter what stage of the game you’re in with your direct selling business, Caterina’s coaching program WILL help move to ahead and conduct yourself and your business in a new way. I highly recommend her coaching classes!
Click here to listen to the recording, Booking Ideas for Summer!
Caterina is terrific, having worked with many different Direct Selling organizations it’s difficult for me to imagine that during and after her coaching that one wouldn’t see significant improvements in their downline, personal leadership skills, professionalism, and conducting their business on a whole new level.
Caterina Rando is offering a SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER for her Direct Sales Business Breakthrough Groups starting September 10th.
Through your participation in Business Breakthrough you will gain:
• More clarity, focus and accomplishment of your goals and mission
• A solid action plan to follow to book, sell, recruit and lead effectively
• New tools for accelerated growth in your challenge areas
• Skills to develop leaders throughout your organization
• More consistency in your actions and more results happen with ease
• A significant increase in your recruiting results
• Higher commissions and an increase in your personal and group volume
No matter what stage of the game you’re in with your direct selling business, Caterina’s coaching program WILL help move to ahead and conduct yourself and your business in a new way. I highly recommend her coaching classes!
An Ode to Thieves
A few months ago, my boyfriend wrote this poem at my request. It’s about the story of the Young Living essential oil blend called Thieves.
An Ode to Thieves
A long time ago
in the days of yore
wizened thieves knew
they had the cure.
To steal from the sick
to rob the dead
to come home safe
to sleep in bed.
The days of the plague
were deadly and cruel.
The king caught word
about this tool,
he sent his horses,
he sent his men
to search every field,
hollow and glen.
The rogues were finally
caught in the act.
They were brought to the king
and shown the axe.
They had but one choice -
to die slow or fast.
The king wanted his family
to last and last.
The morbid band
began to write
about plant oils
that had the might
to render a person
both safe and chaste,
when mixed together,
on the body placed,
against sickness, disease,
and malady all.
Do you think this story
is so very tall?
History is full
of amazing things
that come to us
on wide spread wings.
This recipe today
can be found
in the Royal Archives
of London town.
This remarkable mixture
is alive today
and comes to you
in a wonderful way.
It comes as a cleaner
both safe and bold,
that cleans your rug
and gets rid of mold.
It cleans your floors
and cleans your pans.
It’s gentle enough
to clean your hands.
All this came,
if you’re willing to believe,
from a morbid band
of apothecary THIEVES!
A Poem for Evelyn Vincent by Curt Siters ©2007
Buy Thieves products from Curt or Evelyn
An Ode to Thieves
A long time ago
in the days of yore
wizened thieves knew
they had the cure.
To steal from the sick
to rob the dead
to come home safe
to sleep in bed.
The days of the plague
were deadly and cruel.
The king caught word
about this tool,
he sent his horses,
he sent his men
to search every field,
hollow and glen.
The rogues were finally
caught in the act.
They were brought to the king
and shown the axe.
They had but one choice -
to die slow or fast.
The king wanted his family
to last and last.
The morbid band
began to write
about plant oils
that had the might
to render a person
both safe and chaste,
when mixed together,
on the body placed,
against sickness, disease,
and malady all.
Do you think this story
is so very tall?
History is full
of amazing things
that come to us
on wide spread wings.
This recipe today
can be found
in the Royal Archives
of London town.
This remarkable mixture
is alive today
and comes to you
in a wonderful way.
It comes as a cleaner
both safe and bold,
that cleans your rug
and gets rid of mold.
It cleans your floors
and cleans your pans.
It’s gentle enough
to clean your hands.
All this came,
if you’re willing to believe,
from a morbid band
of apothecary THIEVES!
A Poem for Evelyn Vincent by Curt Siters ©2007
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The Science of Food, Human Nature & the Truth
I came across an interesting website today which has several short BBC films on food. Below is the list of film topics, many of which I think you’ll find informative, while some answer questions many wouldn’t even dare ask…enjoy!
Science & Nature: Truth About Food
You will need RealPlayer or Windows Media Player to view the clips.
How to be Healthy
• Can eating like an ape save your health?
• How much wind do you produce in a day?
• Is garlic a natural cure for male impotence?
• Can changing your diet give your gut a makeover?
• Can vegetables help you resist infection?
How to be Sexy
• Can diet improve a man’s sperm?
• Can food change the flavour of seminal fluid? (Warning: This film may offend)
• Do women eat less on a date with a man they fancy?
• Can a change in diet transform a woman’s mood?
• Can the smell of food get blood moving to the penis?
• Do aphrodisiacs really work?
How to feed your kids
• Does forbidding snacks work?
• How do you get kids to eat their greens?
• How do you avoid overeating?
• Does sugar make kids hyperactive?
• Is TV really to blame for making us fat?
How to be slim
• Is my metabolism to blame for my weight?
• Can dairy help you absorb less fat?
• Can keeping a track of what we eat make a difference?
• Is there a healthy, pain-free way to lose weight?
• Does portion size affect how much we eat?
• Which type of food is the most filling?
• Can water help you lose weight?
How to be young and beautiful
• Can tomatoes protect your skin?
• How can you get the maximum health benefit from drinking red wine?
• Can berries improve your memory?
• Does Detox work?
• Can spinach save your eyesight?
• Does drinking two litres of water a day improve your skin?
How to be the best
• Can caffeine give us a mental edge?
• Are veggies weaker than meat eaters?
• Can Omega 3 reduce your stress levels?
• Is snacking better for your performance?
• Why does a high carb diet keep you going for longer?
Science & Nature: Truth About Food
You will need RealPlayer or Windows Media Player to view the clips.
How to be Healthy
• Can eating like an ape save your health?
• How much wind do you produce in a day?
• Is garlic a natural cure for male impotence?
• Can changing your diet give your gut a makeover?
• Can vegetables help you resist infection?
How to be Sexy
• Can diet improve a man’s sperm?
• Can food change the flavour of seminal fluid? (Warning: This film may offend)
• Do women eat less on a date with a man they fancy?
• Can a change in diet transform a woman’s mood?
• Can the smell of food get blood moving to the penis?
• Do aphrodisiacs really work?
How to feed your kids
• Does forbidding snacks work?
• How do you get kids to eat their greens?
• How do you avoid overeating?
• Does sugar make kids hyperactive?
• Is TV really to blame for making us fat?
How to be slim
• Is my metabolism to blame for my weight?
• Can dairy help you absorb less fat?
• Can keeping a track of what we eat make a difference?
• Is there a healthy, pain-free way to lose weight?
• Does portion size affect how much we eat?
• Which type of food is the most filling?
• Can water help you lose weight?
How to be young and beautiful
• Can tomatoes protect your skin?
• How can you get the maximum health benefit from drinking red wine?
• Can berries improve your memory?
• Does Detox work?
• Can spinach save your eyesight?
• Does drinking two litres of water a day improve your skin?
How to be the best
• Can caffeine give us a mental edge?
• Are veggies weaker than meat eaters?
• Can Omega 3 reduce your stress levels?
• Is snacking better for your performance?
• Why does a high carb diet keep you going for longer?
The Sunny-Side of Lemon Essential Oil
Who would have ever thought that something as simple, as the rind of lemon, could be so beneficial and useful!? Have you noticed, when you peel an orange, you see and smell a fine fragrant mist squirting into the air… that’s the essential oil.
• The extraction method used for all citrus is “cold pressed” from the rind.
• The essential oil coming from the rind isn’t acidic like the “juice.”
• It takes about 3,000 lemons to make one kilo of essential oil.
This is a great time to mention the importance of “organic” and proper distillation…imagine, if you didn’t use organic lemon rind and your essential oil had the pesticide and fungicide residue of 3,000 lemon peels, YIKES! Talk about a very toxic substance!
You can safely assume that it’s going to be the same scenario for any plant that is being distilled. When you throw into the mix, solvents which many distillers use to extract more of the oil out of a plant. Aromatherapy and healing with essential oils is suppose to be a beneficial thing, not life threatening! I cannot stress this point enough, know the oils you’re buying.
Traditional Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. According Jean Valnet, M.D., the vaporized essence of lemon can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Even a 0.2% solution of lemon oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria.
Indications
Anemia, asthma, herpes, warts, shingles, bleeding, malaria, parasites, rheumatism, throat infection, ureter infections, and varicose veins.
Other Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon oil may be beneficial for anxiety, blood pressure, digestive problems, respiratory infections, and sore throats. It helps promote leukocyte formation, improves memory, strengthens nails, cleans the skin, and promotes a sense of well-being. Lemon has shown to have antidepressant effects in research done by Komori, et al.,1995. It may also help brighten a pale, dull complexion by removing the dead skin cells.
Buy Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
Applications and Using Young Living Therapeutic Lemon Essential Oil
• Diffuse or add a few drops to a spray bottle to deodorize and sterilize the air.
• Add 2 drops to water for purification or combine with peppermint (Mentha piperita) to provide a refreshing lift.
• Add a drop or two to food or water as a dietary supplement or flavoring.
• Use 6 drops of Lemon oil and 6 drops of Purification essential oil blend in a squirt bottle mixed with distilled water to use in the bathroom as an air freshener.
• Use 1-2 drops of Lemon oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.
• Use 1 drop of Lemon oil to add flavor to baked goods or beverages.
• For homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 tablespoons of honey or Blue Agave and two cups of pure water. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your own taste.
• To clean and increase the shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Drop your cleaned fruit into the water and stir. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon water.
• Add 2-3 drops of Lemon oil to water and spray counter tops to sterilize them.
• Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.
• Add a drop of Lemon oil to your dishwasher before the wash cycle (better yet, use Thieves Household Cleaner in place of dishwasher detergent).
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.
• Use a paper towel soaked with several drops of Lemon oil to sanitize bathroom fixtures.
• Sore Throat - Mix 1 drop lemon in half glass (a real glass, not plastic) of warm water, mix well then gargle.
• Lemon also works well in removing gum, oil and grease spots.
• Mix a drop in a teaspoon of water & wipe the kitchen counter to kill bacteria (makes the kitchen smell fresh too).
• Put 10-15 drops of Lemon oil in each gallon of carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains and brighten the rug (use Thieves Household Cleaner in place of carpet shampoo). This also leaves a fresh smell in the room.
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Caution: all citrus essential oils and bergamot, can cause photosensitivity when applied to the skin… so do not apply and go out into the sun. Give yourself 12-18 hours before heading out into sunlight after applying lemon topically.
With that in mind, here are some other ways to use lemon oil...
• Place a drop of Lemon oil on cold sores, herpes or other mouth ulcers to lessen pain and aid in healing.
• Put a drop of Lemon oil on bleeding gums caused by gingivitis or tooth extraction.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil to clean a butcher’s block or other cutting surfaces.
• Put a drop of Lemon oil on oily skin or acne to balance sebaceous glands (oil glands).
• Rub several drops of Lemon oil on cellulite to improve circulation and help eliminate waste from the cells.
• Rub two drops of Lemon oil topically to clear athlete’s foot.
• Rub several drops of Lemon oil on varicose veins to improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a wart morning and night until it disappears.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a corn, callous or bunion mornings and evenings.
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Other Facts
It is also recommended that you never mix therapeutic-grade essential oils with other products that contain synthetic chemicals or petrochemicals. Therapeutic-grade essential oils will break them down.
When a drop of therapeutic-grade lemon oil is put on a styrofoam cup it dissolves it!
The informational here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as diagnosis, treatment, or prescription of any kind. The decision to use, or not to use, any information is the sole responsibility of the reader.
• The extraction method used for all citrus is “cold pressed” from the rind.
• The essential oil coming from the rind isn’t acidic like the “juice.”
• It takes about 3,000 lemons to make one kilo of essential oil.
This is a great time to mention the importance of “organic” and proper distillation…imagine, if you didn’t use organic lemon rind and your essential oil had the pesticide and fungicide residue of 3,000 lemon peels, YIKES! Talk about a very toxic substance!
You can safely assume that it’s going to be the same scenario for any plant that is being distilled. When you throw into the mix, solvents which many distillers use to extract more of the oil out of a plant. Aromatherapy and healing with essential oils is suppose to be a beneficial thing, not life threatening! I cannot stress this point enough, know the oils you’re buying.
Traditional Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. According Jean Valnet, M.D., the vaporized essence of lemon can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Even a 0.2% solution of lemon oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria.
Indications
Anemia, asthma, herpes, warts, shingles, bleeding, malaria, parasites, rheumatism, throat infection, ureter infections, and varicose veins.
Other Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon oil may be beneficial for anxiety, blood pressure, digestive problems, respiratory infections, and sore throats. It helps promote leukocyte formation, improves memory, strengthens nails, cleans the skin, and promotes a sense of well-being. Lemon has shown to have antidepressant effects in research done by Komori, et al.,1995. It may also help brighten a pale, dull complexion by removing the dead skin cells.
Buy Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
Applications and Using Young Living Therapeutic Lemon Essential Oil
• Diffuse or add a few drops to a spray bottle to deodorize and sterilize the air.
• Add 2 drops to water for purification or combine with peppermint (Mentha piperita) to provide a refreshing lift.
• Add a drop or two to food or water as a dietary supplement or flavoring.
• Use 6 drops of Lemon oil and 6 drops of Purification essential oil blend in a squirt bottle mixed with distilled water to use in the bathroom as an air freshener.
• Use 1-2 drops of Lemon oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.
• Use 1 drop of Lemon oil to add flavor to baked goods or beverages.
• For homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 tablespoons of honey or Blue Agave and two cups of pure water. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your own taste.
• To clean and increase the shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Drop your cleaned fruit into the water and stir. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon water.
• Add 2-3 drops of Lemon oil to water and spray counter tops to sterilize them.
• Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.
• Add a drop of Lemon oil to your dishwasher before the wash cycle (better yet, use Thieves Household Cleaner in place of dishwasher detergent).
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.
• Use a paper towel soaked with several drops of Lemon oil to sanitize bathroom fixtures.
• Sore Throat - Mix 1 drop lemon in half glass (a real glass, not plastic) of warm water, mix well then gargle.
• Lemon also works well in removing gum, oil and grease spots.
• Mix a drop in a teaspoon of water & wipe the kitchen counter to kill bacteria (makes the kitchen smell fresh too).
• Put 10-15 drops of Lemon oil in each gallon of carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains and brighten the rug (use Thieves Household Cleaner in place of carpet shampoo). This also leaves a fresh smell in the room.
Buy Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
Caution: all citrus essential oils and bergamot, can cause photosensitivity when applied to the skin… so do not apply and go out into the sun. Give yourself 12-18 hours before heading out into sunlight after applying lemon topically.
With that in mind, here are some other ways to use lemon oil...
• Place a drop of Lemon oil on cold sores, herpes or other mouth ulcers to lessen pain and aid in healing.
• Put a drop of Lemon oil on bleeding gums caused by gingivitis or tooth extraction.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil to clean a butcher’s block or other cutting surfaces.
• Put a drop of Lemon oil on oily skin or acne to balance sebaceous glands (oil glands).
• Rub several drops of Lemon oil on cellulite to improve circulation and help eliminate waste from the cells.
• Rub two drops of Lemon oil topically to clear athlete’s foot.
• Rub several drops of Lemon oil on varicose veins to improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a wart morning and night until it disappears.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a corn, callous or bunion mornings and evenings.
Buy Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
Other Facts
It is also recommended that you never mix therapeutic-grade essential oils with other products that contain synthetic chemicals or petrochemicals. Therapeutic-grade essential oils will break them down.
When a drop of therapeutic-grade lemon oil is put on a styrofoam cup it dissolves it!
The informational here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as diagnosis, treatment, or prescription of any kind. The decision to use, or not to use, any information is the sole responsibility of the reader.
Skin Soothing & Healing with Myrrh Essential Oil
Myrrh is a very powerful essential oil from ancient times. The Arabian people used myrrh for many skin conditions, such as chapped skin and wrinkles. It was also listed by Hildegard of Bingen in her book of medicines. Some of the many uses are candida, ringworm, eczema, tooth/gum infections.
Myrrh, like frankincense, is a universal oil, offering benefits for numerous complaints and conditions. Indicated for bronchitis, dysentery, hyperthyroidism, oral and vaginal thrush, ulcers, and viral hepatitis. It has also been found to benefit asthma, athlete’s foot, coughs, eczema, gingivitis, gum infections, hemorrhoids, mouth ulcers, ringworm, wounds, wrinkles, and chapped or cracked skin. It is widely used today in oral hygiene products.
Myrrh is what is known as “a fixing oil.” Meaning it extends the therapeutic action of any other oil with which it is combined. Biblical people knew this and included myrrh as a significant portion of all their ointments. Myrrh was such a universally common ingredient of healing ointments at the time of Christ that the Greek word for “ointment” (muron) and the Greek word for “myrrh” (muron) were the same.
Myrrh is in many of the Young Living products, it’s one of the ingredients in ClaraDerm Spray (item #3750). I’ve experienced and seen some pretty amazing itching and wrinkle removing results from ClaraDerm Spray, the essential oils in this product are very powerful. The thing that gets me, is that it requires so little.
ClaraDerm Spray is especially helpful for skin irritation and itching. Gary Young created it for his wife after childbirth for use in the vaginal area. It helped to speed up the healing of the stressed skin. It was used with her second pregnancy. She wished she had it for the first pregnancy as she healed so much faster, and without discomfort.
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This information is for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Myrrh, like frankincense, is a universal oil, offering benefits for numerous complaints and conditions. Indicated for bronchitis, dysentery, hyperthyroidism, oral and vaginal thrush, ulcers, and viral hepatitis. It has also been found to benefit asthma, athlete’s foot, coughs, eczema, gingivitis, gum infections, hemorrhoids, mouth ulcers, ringworm, wounds, wrinkles, and chapped or cracked skin. It is widely used today in oral hygiene products.
Myrrh is what is known as “a fixing oil.” Meaning it extends the therapeutic action of any other oil with which it is combined. Biblical people knew this and included myrrh as a significant portion of all their ointments. Myrrh was such a universally common ingredient of healing ointments at the time of Christ that the Greek word for “ointment” (muron) and the Greek word for “myrrh” (muron) were the same.
Myrrh is in many of the Young Living products, it’s one of the ingredients in ClaraDerm Spray (item #3750). I’ve experienced and seen some pretty amazing itching and wrinkle removing results from ClaraDerm Spray, the essential oils in this product are very powerful. The thing that gets me, is that it requires so little.
ClaraDerm Spray is especially helpful for skin irritation and itching. Gary Young created it for his wife after childbirth for use in the vaginal area. It helped to speed up the healing of the stressed skin. It was used with her second pregnancy. She wished she had it for the first pregnancy as she healed so much faster, and without discomfort.
Buy Young Living therapeutic-grade Myrrh
This information is for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
Young Living’s Peppermint (Mentha piperita) essential oil is amazing. Because of the proper growing and distillation practices I use this wonderful essential oil in many ways. If you aren’t familiar with why proper distillation and purity are important be sure to read the page on Distillation.
It is said, that the Young Living peppermint essential oil is the equivalent of 28 cups of peppermint tea. So DO NOT go applying several drops in your skin, food or on your tongue! Never underestimate the power of a true essential oil!
CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes: Ć” pinene, Ć¢.pinene, limonene: Monoterpenols: menthol (38-48%); Monoterpenones: menthone (20-30%); Terpene oxides: 1,8 cineol; Terpene esters: menthol acetate; Coumarins, Sulfurs: dimenthalsulfide.
ACTION: Anticarcinogenic, supports digestion, expels worms, decongestant, antiinfectious, antibacterial, antifungal, mucolytic, stimulant, hypertensive, cardiotonic, stimulates gallbladder, pain-relieving, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory for the intestinal and urinary tract. It can heighten or restore the sense of taste by stimulating the trigeminal nerve.
FOUND IN THESE YOUNG LIVING BLENDS & PRODUCTS: Aroma Siez, Clarity, Di-Gize, Legacy, M-Grain, Mister, PanAway, Raven, RC, Relieve-It, Cinnamint Lip Balm, Dentarome Plus Toothpaste, Fresh Essence Mouthwash, Satin Scrub-Mint, NeuroGen, Regenolone, Satin Body Lotion, Morning Start Bath Gel, Peppermint-Cedarwood Soap, Morning Start Soap, Ortho Ease Massage Oil, Ortho Sport Massage Oil, Relaxation Massage Oil, ComforTone, Mineral Essence, Pro-Gen, ProMist, ThermaMist, and Thyromin.
TRADITIONAL USES: Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermint’s effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint’s role in affecting impaired taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint’s ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermint’s ability to directly affect the brain’s satiety center (the ventromedial nucleus of the hypothalamus) which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.
INDICATIONS: Asthma, bronchitis, candida, diarrhea, digestive aid, reduces fever, halitosis, heartburn, hemorrhoids, hot flashes, indigestion, menstrual irregularity, headaches, motion sickness, nausea, tumor growth, respiratory infections, shock, itchy skin, throat infections, and varicose veins. Other Uses: This oil may help arthritis, indigestion, depression, skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis), food poisoning, headaches, hives, hysteria, inflammation, morning sickness, nerve regeneration, rheumatism, elevate and open sensory system, toothaches, and tuberculosis.
Buy Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of peppermint tea (Mentha piperita L.).
APPLICATIONS: Diffuse. Massage on the stomach or add one drop to water or tea. Apply to bottom of feet or rub on the temples to treat headaches (keep away from eyes!) To improve concentration, alertness, and memory, place a drop on the tongue (it’s very strong, so don’t over do it). Add to food as a flavoring and preservative.
• Rub 4-6 drops in the palm and rub over stomach and around the navel to relieve indigestion, flatulence, nausea and diarrhea.
• Add a drop of Peppermint oil to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn.
• Massage several drops of Peppermint oil on the area of injury to reduce inflammation.
• Apply Peppermint oil immediately to an injured area (bruised shin, hit on the foot or hand) to relieve pain. If there is a cut, apply the Peppermint oil around (not on) the open wound.
• Rub several drops of Peppermint oil on the bottoms of the feet to reduce fever.
• Apply a drop of Peppermint oil topically on unbroken skin to stop itching. Never apply peppermint to an open wound.
• For poison ivy or poison oak, apply Peppermint oil on location neat or dilute with V-6 Vegetable Mixing Oil.
• Inhale Peppermint oil before and during a workout to boost your mood and reduce fatigue.
• To relieve a headache rub a drop of Peppermint oil on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from the eyes) and on the back of the neck.
• To stop hiccups, apply a drop of Peppermint oil on each side of the fifth cervical vertebra (up three notches from the large vertebra at the base of the neck).
• Diffuse Peppermint oil in the room while studying to improve concentration and accuracy. Inhale Peppermint oil while taking a test to improve recall.
• Rub 4 drops of Peppermint oil on chest and stomach to relieve travel sickness.
• Place a drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue and inhale into the nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold.
• Add Peppermint oil to food as a flavoring and a preservative (usually one or two drops is plenty).
• To deter rats, mice, ants or cockroaches, place two drops of Peppermint oil on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests.
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• Mix one 15-ml. bottle of Peppermint oil into a 5 gallon can of paint to dispel the fumes.
• Place a drop of Peppermint oil in a cup of hot water and enjoy in place of coffee.
• To kill aphids add 4-5 drops of Peppermint oil to 4 ounces of water and spray the plants.
• Drink a drop of Peppermint oil mixed in a glass of cold water to cool off on a hot day.
• Rub Peppermint oil on joints to help relieve arthritis or tendonitis discomfort.
• Place one drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to stop bad breath.
• Inhale the fragrance of Peppermint oil to curb the appetite and lessen the impulse to overeat.
• Remove ticks by applying a drop of Peppermint oil on a cotton swab and swabbing the tick. Wait for it to unhedge its head and remove from your pet.
• Mix Peppermint oil in a footbath to relieve sore feet. Keep water agitated while soaking feet.
• Put two drops in the palm of your hand and rub over body and clothing as a mosquito repellent. Note: Palo Santo essential oil works better as an insect repellant.
FRAGRANT INFLUENCE: It is purifying and stimulating to the conscious mind.
PEPPERMINT - CEDARWOOD BAR SOAP
SAFETY DATA: If currently under a doctor’s care or pregnant, consult physician prior to use. Avoid contact with eyes, mucus membranes, or sensitive skin areas. Do not apply neat (undiluted) to a fresh wound or burn.
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Note: caution has been urged for peppermint oil during pregnancy, therapy in patients with GI reflux, hiatal hernia or kidney stones.
This information is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe. It is soley for your better understanding of holistic healing. Always consult your doctor before attempting to treat yourself.
It is said, that the Young Living peppermint essential oil is the equivalent of 28 cups of peppermint tea. So DO NOT go applying several drops in your skin, food or on your tongue! Never underestimate the power of a true essential oil!
CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes: Ć” pinene, Ć¢.pinene, limonene: Monoterpenols: menthol (38-48%); Monoterpenones: menthone (20-30%); Terpene oxides: 1,8 cineol; Terpene esters: menthol acetate; Coumarins, Sulfurs: dimenthalsulfide.
ACTION: Anticarcinogenic, supports digestion, expels worms, decongestant, antiinfectious, antibacterial, antifungal, mucolytic, stimulant, hypertensive, cardiotonic, stimulates gallbladder, pain-relieving, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory for the intestinal and urinary tract. It can heighten or restore the sense of taste by stimulating the trigeminal nerve.
FOUND IN THESE YOUNG LIVING BLENDS & PRODUCTS: Aroma Siez, Clarity, Di-Gize, Legacy, M-Grain, Mister, PanAway, Raven, RC, Relieve-It, Cinnamint Lip Balm, Dentarome Plus Toothpaste, Fresh Essence Mouthwash, Satin Scrub-Mint, NeuroGen, Regenolone, Satin Body Lotion, Morning Start Bath Gel, Peppermint-Cedarwood Soap, Morning Start Soap, Ortho Ease Massage Oil, Ortho Sport Massage Oil, Relaxation Massage Oil, ComforTone, Mineral Essence, Pro-Gen, ProMist, ThermaMist, and Thyromin.
TRADITIONAL USES: Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermint’s effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint’s role in affecting impaired taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint’s ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermint’s ability to directly affect the brain’s satiety center (the ventromedial nucleus of the hypothalamus) which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.
INDICATIONS: Asthma, bronchitis, candida, diarrhea, digestive aid, reduces fever, halitosis, heartburn, hemorrhoids, hot flashes, indigestion, menstrual irregularity, headaches, motion sickness, nausea, tumor growth, respiratory infections, shock, itchy skin, throat infections, and varicose veins. Other Uses: This oil may help arthritis, indigestion, depression, skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis), food poisoning, headaches, hives, hysteria, inflammation, morning sickness, nerve regeneration, rheumatism, elevate and open sensory system, toothaches, and tuberculosis.
Buy Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of peppermint tea (Mentha piperita L.).
APPLICATIONS: Diffuse. Massage on the stomach or add one drop to water or tea. Apply to bottom of feet or rub on the temples to treat headaches (keep away from eyes!) To improve concentration, alertness, and memory, place a drop on the tongue (it’s very strong, so don’t over do it). Add to food as a flavoring and preservative.
• Rub 4-6 drops in the palm and rub over stomach and around the navel to relieve indigestion, flatulence, nausea and diarrhea.
• Add a drop of Peppermint oil to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn.
• Massage several drops of Peppermint oil on the area of injury to reduce inflammation.
• Apply Peppermint oil immediately to an injured area (bruised shin, hit on the foot or hand) to relieve pain. If there is a cut, apply the Peppermint oil around (not on) the open wound.
• Rub several drops of Peppermint oil on the bottoms of the feet to reduce fever.
• Apply a drop of Peppermint oil topically on unbroken skin to stop itching. Never apply peppermint to an open wound.
• For poison ivy or poison oak, apply Peppermint oil on location neat or dilute with V-6 Vegetable Mixing Oil.
• Inhale Peppermint oil before and during a workout to boost your mood and reduce fatigue.
• To relieve a headache rub a drop of Peppermint oil on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from the eyes) and on the back of the neck.
• To stop hiccups, apply a drop of Peppermint oil on each side of the fifth cervical vertebra (up three notches from the large vertebra at the base of the neck).
• Diffuse Peppermint oil in the room while studying to improve concentration and accuracy. Inhale Peppermint oil while taking a test to improve recall.
• Rub 4 drops of Peppermint oil on chest and stomach to relieve travel sickness.
• Place a drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue and inhale into the nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold.
• Add Peppermint oil to food as a flavoring and a preservative (usually one or two drops is plenty).
• To deter rats, mice, ants or cockroaches, place two drops of Peppermint oil on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests.
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• Mix one 15-ml. bottle of Peppermint oil into a 5 gallon can of paint to dispel the fumes.
• Place a drop of Peppermint oil in a cup of hot water and enjoy in place of coffee.
• To kill aphids add 4-5 drops of Peppermint oil to 4 ounces of water and spray the plants.
• Drink a drop of Peppermint oil mixed in a glass of cold water to cool off on a hot day.
• Rub Peppermint oil on joints to help relieve arthritis or tendonitis discomfort.
• Place one drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to stop bad breath.
• Inhale the fragrance of Peppermint oil to curb the appetite and lessen the impulse to overeat.
• Remove ticks by applying a drop of Peppermint oil on a cotton swab and swabbing the tick. Wait for it to unhedge its head and remove from your pet.
• Mix Peppermint oil in a footbath to relieve sore feet. Keep water agitated while soaking feet.
• Put two drops in the palm of your hand and rub over body and clothing as a mosquito repellent. Note: Palo Santo essential oil works better as an insect repellant.
FRAGRANT INFLUENCE: It is purifying and stimulating to the conscious mind.
PEPPERMINT - CEDARWOOD BAR SOAP
SAFETY DATA: If currently under a doctor’s care or pregnant, consult physician prior to use. Avoid contact with eyes, mucus membranes, or sensitive skin areas. Do not apply neat (undiluted) to a fresh wound or burn.
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Note: caution has been urged for peppermint oil during pregnancy, therapy in patients with GI reflux, hiatal hernia or kidney stones.
This information is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe. It is soley for your better understanding of holistic healing. Always consult your doctor before attempting to treat yourself.
ORAC Scores of Essential Oils
Young Living organic therapeutic-grade essential oils have very high ORAC scores. According to the Essential Oils Desk Reference, 2nd Ed., they are as follows:
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
1,655
Roman Camomile (Camaemelum nobile)
2,446
Juniper (Juniperus osteosperma)
2,517
Rosemary (Rosmarianus officianalis)
3,309
Lavender (Lavendula augustifolia)
3,669
Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
5,398
Helichrysm (Helichrysm italicum)
17,420
Lemongrass (Cymbopogen flexuosus)
17,765
Orange (Citrus aurantium)
18,898
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
24,157
Rose of Sharon (Cistus ladanifer)
38,648
Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamamum verum)
103,448
Mountain Savory (Satureja montana)
113,071
Oregano (Origanum compactum)
153,007
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
159,590
Clove (Syzigium aromaticum)
10,786,875
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Sandalwood (Santalum album)
1,655
Roman Camomile (Camaemelum nobile)
2,446
Juniper (Juniperus osteosperma)
2,517
Rosemary (Rosmarianus officianalis)
3,309
Lavender (Lavendula augustifolia)
3,669
Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
5,398
Helichrysm (Helichrysm italicum)
17,420
Lemongrass (Cymbopogen flexuosus)
17,765
Orange (Citrus aurantium)
18,898
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
24,157
Rose of Sharon (Cistus ladanifer)
38,648
Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamamum verum)
103,448
Mountain Savory (Satureja montana)
113,071
Oregano (Origanum compactum)
153,007
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
159,590
Clove (Syzigium aromaticum)
10,786,875
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Young Living Frankincense Essential Oil
The name Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) is derived from the Medieval French word for “real incense.” Frankincense is considered a holy anointing oil and has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. It was well known during the time of Christ for its anointing and healing powers (”. . . [T]hey presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:11.) “Used to treat every conceivable ill known to man,” Frankincense was valued more than gold during ancient times, and only those with great wealth and abundance processed it. There are over 52 references to Frankincense in the bible.
Frankincense is now being researched and used therapeutically in European and American hospitals and used with horses.
Frankincense (fact sheet)is stimulating and elevating to the mind and can help in overcoming stress and despair.
How to Use therapeutic-grade Frankincense
Diffuse (using a cold-air nebulizer diffuser is best) or apply topically.
May be added to food or rice milk as a dietary supplement. See Using Essential Oils to learn more.
Know the Essential Oils You’re Buying
Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Perfume grade or poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100% pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils.
Properly distilled therapeutic-grade Frankincense should retail for about $100 for a 15 ml bottle… if you find it cheaper, you can be certain it is NOT suitable for anointing or ingesting, nor will it have any healing properties.
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The information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you.
Some Research
Michie, C.A., et al. “Frankincense and myrrh as remedies in children.” J R Soc. Med.1991;84(10):602-5.
Wang, L.G., et al. “Determination of DNA topoisomerase II activity from L1210 cells - a target for screening antitumor agents.” Chung Kuo Yao Li Hsuch Pao. 1991;12(2):108-14.
Crowell PL. Prevention and therapy of cancer by dietary monoterpenes. J Nutr. 1999Mar;129(3):775S-778S.
Frankincense is now being researched and used therapeutically in European and American hospitals and used with horses.
Frankincense (fact sheet)is stimulating and elevating to the mind and can help in overcoming stress and despair.
How to Use therapeutic-grade Frankincense
Diffuse (using a cold-air nebulizer diffuser is best) or apply topically.
May be added to food or rice milk as a dietary supplement. See Using Essential Oils to learn more.
Know the Essential Oils You’re Buying
Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Perfume grade or poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100% pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils.
Properly distilled therapeutic-grade Frankincense should retail for about $100 for a 15 ml bottle… if you find it cheaper, you can be certain it is NOT suitable for anointing or ingesting, nor will it have any healing properties.
Buy organic therapeutic-grade Frankincense
The information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you.
Some Research
Michie, C.A., et al. “Frankincense and myrrh as remedies in children.” J R Soc. Med.1991;84(10):602-5.
Wang, L.G., et al. “Determination of DNA topoisomerase II activity from L1210 cells - a target for screening antitumor agents.” Chung Kuo Yao Li Hsuch Pao. 1991;12(2):108-14.
Crowell PL. Prevention and therapy of cancer by dietary monoterpenes. J Nutr. 1999Mar;129(3):775S-778S.
Valerian Essential Oil
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Once called “all heal”, has been treasured since medieval times. Through the centuries, valerian has been used for insomnia, migraines, aches, sores, and colds.
Today, valerian oil is often used for its anti-bacterial and sedative properties, as well as to aid with sleeping.
Valerian’s scent (which is distinctive and not the prettiest smelling) is often used to help with meditation, and for its calming, relaxing, and balancing properties.
Valerian blends well with cedarwood, lavender, patchouli, petitgrain, pine, and rosemary.
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Information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you.
Today, valerian oil is often used for its anti-bacterial and sedative properties, as well as to aid with sleeping.
Valerian’s scent (which is distinctive and not the prettiest smelling) is often used to help with meditation, and for its calming, relaxing, and balancing properties.
Valerian blends well with cedarwood, lavender, patchouli, petitgrain, pine, and rosemary.
Buy pure organic Young Living Essential Oils
Information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you.
Bring Some Realism into Your Kids Artwork -make your own scented Finger Paints
These essential oil scented finger paints are easy to make, and a lot of fun to play with. Kids of all ages will love discovering the different scents of these paints as they create beautiful pictures and designs. Using finger paints is also a great way to help develop creativity, motor skills, and hand-eye coordination in younger children.
Instructions:
1. In a small cup or bowl, mix 1/4 cup of liquid laundry starch with 1 tsp. powdered tempera paint (5 drops of food coloring will also work if powdered tempera paints are not available).
2. Repeat the step above using different colors of powdered tempera paint until you have a good variety of colors (4-6 colors is usually sufficient).
3. Mix 2-3 drops of a different essential oil with each color of paint.
Some good combinations are:
lavender or Peace & Calming Blend for purple or blue;
pine, spruce, or fir for green;
peppermint for red or white;
chamomile for yellow;
spearmint for blue;
and cedarwood for brown.
You can also try coming up with your own unique combinations, therapeutic-grade essential oils can be found at my website.
4. Carefully pour each color of paint into a 2 oz. plastic bottle and replace the cap on the bottle.
5. (Optional) Create a label for each bottle with the color, scent and instructions…for example, your label might read:
“Essentially Scented Finger Paints:
Little Lucy’s Lavender Blue
Instructions: shake bottle, open, squeeze paint onto a sheet of finger-paint or freezer paper, and have fun painting!”
6. Before painting, shake the bottle a little bit, then open the bottle and squeeze out the desired amount of paint onto finger-paint paper, freezer paper, or thick paper. You can spread the paint with your fingers, or with small paintbrushes.
7. Note: Make sure that younger children are supervised by an adult at all times while they are using these paints. Although they smell good, the liquid starch used would probably not be good to swallow.
Additional Ideas:
1. If you are giving a set of these finger paints as a gift, you may want to include sheets of finger-paint paper (or a roll of freezer paper) to paint on, or a small apron or painting smock to protect clothes.
2. Use a set of these paints to help teach a pre-school class about the senses. You can talk about how the paints look, how they smell, and how they feel.
Be mindful of the essential oils you choose to purchase, particularly around children: Information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Most essential oils available are perfume grade or poor quality essential oils and may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100%”pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils. Know what you’re buying.
Instructions:
1. In a small cup or bowl, mix 1/4 cup of liquid laundry starch with 1 tsp. powdered tempera paint (5 drops of food coloring will also work if powdered tempera paints are not available).
2. Repeat the step above using different colors of powdered tempera paint until you have a good variety of colors (4-6 colors is usually sufficient).
3. Mix 2-3 drops of a different essential oil with each color of paint.
Some good combinations are:
lavender or Peace & Calming Blend for purple or blue;
pine, spruce, or fir for green;
peppermint for red or white;
chamomile for yellow;
spearmint for blue;
and cedarwood for brown.
You can also try coming up with your own unique combinations, therapeutic-grade essential oils can be found at my website.
4. Carefully pour each color of paint into a 2 oz. plastic bottle and replace the cap on the bottle.
5. (Optional) Create a label for each bottle with the color, scent and instructions…for example, your label might read:
“Essentially Scented Finger Paints:
Little Lucy’s Lavender Blue
Instructions: shake bottle, open, squeeze paint onto a sheet of finger-paint or freezer paper, and have fun painting!”
6. Before painting, shake the bottle a little bit, then open the bottle and squeeze out the desired amount of paint onto finger-paint paper, freezer paper, or thick paper. You can spread the paint with your fingers, or with small paintbrushes.
7. Note: Make sure that younger children are supervised by an adult at all times while they are using these paints. Although they smell good, the liquid starch used would probably not be good to swallow.
Additional Ideas:
1. If you are giving a set of these finger paints as a gift, you may want to include sheets of finger-paint paper (or a roll of freezer paper) to paint on, or a small apron or painting smock to protect clothes.
2. Use a set of these paints to help teach a pre-school class about the senses. You can talk about how the paints look, how they smell, and how they feel.
Be mindful of the essential oils you choose to purchase, particularly around children: Information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Most essential oils available are perfume grade or poor quality essential oils and may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100%”pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils. Know what you’re buying.
Essential Oils as Pesticides & Insect Repellants
I came across this interesting article recently, below. The unfortunate thing about findings such as this is the fact that cinnamon essential oil will never be picked up and used by any large company for the fact that it cannot be patented.
The part that worries me is that they can take the cinnamon leaf or bark and extract certain components, which they can patent. This always worries me because everything is made up with all of the components it has for a reason. When you start removing parts of anything, and using them, you are not and never will, get the full and oftentimes much safer benefits as you would if it were left intact.
I think the only thing I would add to the article below is the fact that cinnamon essential oil is “hot.” I’m concerned that some might not realize that a very small amount of properly distilled essential oil needs to be handled mindfully, otherwise damage to other organisms could result.
You may also be interested in seeing the ORAC scores of some essential oils.
Never underestimate the power of a small amount of any essential oil. More is not necessarily better.
And of course, you can only expect to get results when you use the best quality pure organic essential oils, such as Young Living Essential Oils. Novelty and perfume oils will NOT produce favorable results.
Here’s the article…
Cinnamon oil shows promise as a great-smelling, environmentally friendly pesticide, with the ability to kill mosquito larvae, according to a new study published in the July 14 issue of the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society.
The researchers also expect that cinnamon oil could be a good mosquito repellant, though they have not yet tested it against adult mosquitoes.
Besides being a summer nuisance, mosquitoes pose some major public health problems. While conventional pesticide application is often effective in controlling mosquito larvae before they hatch, repeated use of these agents has raised serious environmental and health concerns.
“These problems have highlighted the need for new strategies for mosquito larval control,” says Peter Shang-Tzen Chang, a professor in the School of Forestry and Resource Conservation at National Taiwan University and lead author of the paper. Scientists are increasingly turning to more benign natural chemicals to ward off mosquitoes and other pests.
Chang and his coworkers tested eleven compounds in cinnamon leaf oil for their ability to kill emerging larvae of the yellow fever mosquito, Aedes aegypti. “Four compounds — cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate, eugenol and anethole — exhibited the strongest activity against A. aegypti in 24 hours of testing,” Chang says.
Larvicidal activity is judged with a measurement called LC50. “The LC50 value is the concentration that kills 50 percent of mosquito larvae in 24 hours,” Chang explains. Lower LC50 translates into higher activity, because it takes a lower concentration to kill larvae in the same amount of time. All four compounds had LC50 values of less than 50 parts per million (ppm), with cinnamaldehyde showing the strongest activity at an LC50 of 29 ppm.
Other common essential oils, such as catnip, have shown similar promise in fighting off mosquitoes, but this is the first time researchers have demonstrated cinnamon’s potential as a safe and effective pesticide, according to Chang.
Cinnamaldehyde is the main constituent in cinnamon leaf oil and is used worldwide as a food additive and flavoring agent. A formulation using the compound could be sprayed just like a pesticide, but without the potential for adverse health effects — plus the added bonus of a pleasant smell.
Bark oil from the Cinnamomum cassia tree is the most common source of cinnamaldehyde, but the tree used in this study — indigenous cinnamon, or Cinnamomum osmophloeum — has been of interest to researchers because the constituents of its leaf oil are similar to those of C. cassia bark oil. The leaves of C. osmophloeum, which grows in Taiwan’s natural hardwood forests, could be a more economical and sustainable source of cinnamon oil than isolating it from bark, Chang says.
Though the team only tested the oil against the yellow fever mosquito, cinnamon oil should prove similarly lethal to the larvae of other mosquito species, the researchers say. In further studies they plan to test cinnamon oil against other types of mosquitoes as well as different commercial pesticides.
“We think that cinnamon oil might also affect adult mosquitoes by acting as a repellant,” Chang says. The researchers haven’t yet tested this theory, but they plan to find out in the near future.
The Council of Agriculture of the Executive Yuan, a government agency in Taiwan, provided support for this research. Source EurekAlert!
What is probably not commonly known is the essential oil of Palo Santo, Young Living Essential Oils is the only company in the world distilling Palo Santo.
A friend, who recently returned from a trip in Ecuador reported that while in the rain forest the essential oil of Palo Santo, applied topically, repelled insects better than anything he has ever seen or tried and it lasted a very long time. He had much better results than if he used citronella, which I personally have not effective.
This might also explain why my dog never has any fleas or ticks. A few times a month I apply “one” drop of Palo Santo on his hip to ease the discomfort and stiffness he can have from an old injury. This is his favorite essential oil. Those couple drops a month might also be working much like a flea and tick collar, without the toxicity.
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The part that worries me is that they can take the cinnamon leaf or bark and extract certain components, which they can patent. This always worries me because everything is made up with all of the components it has for a reason. When you start removing parts of anything, and using them, you are not and never will, get the full and oftentimes much safer benefits as you would if it were left intact.
I think the only thing I would add to the article below is the fact that cinnamon essential oil is “hot.” I’m concerned that some might not realize that a very small amount of properly distilled essential oil needs to be handled mindfully, otherwise damage to other organisms could result.
You may also be interested in seeing the ORAC scores of some essential oils.
Never underestimate the power of a small amount of any essential oil. More is not necessarily better.
And of course, you can only expect to get results when you use the best quality pure organic essential oils, such as Young Living Essential Oils. Novelty and perfume oils will NOT produce favorable results.
Here’s the article…
Cinnamon oil shows promise as a great-smelling, environmentally friendly pesticide, with the ability to kill mosquito larvae, according to a new study published in the July 14 issue of the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society.
The researchers also expect that cinnamon oil could be a good mosquito repellant, though they have not yet tested it against adult mosquitoes.
Besides being a summer nuisance, mosquitoes pose some major public health problems. While conventional pesticide application is often effective in controlling mosquito larvae before they hatch, repeated use of these agents has raised serious environmental and health concerns.
“These problems have highlighted the need for new strategies for mosquito larval control,” says Peter Shang-Tzen Chang, a professor in the School of Forestry and Resource Conservation at National Taiwan University and lead author of the paper. Scientists are increasingly turning to more benign natural chemicals to ward off mosquitoes and other pests.
Chang and his coworkers tested eleven compounds in cinnamon leaf oil for their ability to kill emerging larvae of the yellow fever mosquito, Aedes aegypti. “Four compounds — cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate, eugenol and anethole — exhibited the strongest activity against A. aegypti in 24 hours of testing,” Chang says.
Larvicidal activity is judged with a measurement called LC50. “The LC50 value is the concentration that kills 50 percent of mosquito larvae in 24 hours,” Chang explains. Lower LC50 translates into higher activity, because it takes a lower concentration to kill larvae in the same amount of time. All four compounds had LC50 values of less than 50 parts per million (ppm), with cinnamaldehyde showing the strongest activity at an LC50 of 29 ppm.
Other common essential oils, such as catnip, have shown similar promise in fighting off mosquitoes, but this is the first time researchers have demonstrated cinnamon’s potential as a safe and effective pesticide, according to Chang.
Cinnamaldehyde is the main constituent in cinnamon leaf oil and is used worldwide as a food additive and flavoring agent. A formulation using the compound could be sprayed just like a pesticide, but without the potential for adverse health effects — plus the added bonus of a pleasant smell.
Bark oil from the Cinnamomum cassia tree is the most common source of cinnamaldehyde, but the tree used in this study — indigenous cinnamon, or Cinnamomum osmophloeum — has been of interest to researchers because the constituents of its leaf oil are similar to those of C. cassia bark oil. The leaves of C. osmophloeum, which grows in Taiwan’s natural hardwood forests, could be a more economical and sustainable source of cinnamon oil than isolating it from bark, Chang says.
Though the team only tested the oil against the yellow fever mosquito, cinnamon oil should prove similarly lethal to the larvae of other mosquito species, the researchers say. In further studies they plan to test cinnamon oil against other types of mosquitoes as well as different commercial pesticides.
“We think that cinnamon oil might also affect adult mosquitoes by acting as a repellant,” Chang says. The researchers haven’t yet tested this theory, but they plan to find out in the near future.
The Council of Agriculture of the Executive Yuan, a government agency in Taiwan, provided support for this research. Source EurekAlert!
What is probably not commonly known is the essential oil of Palo Santo, Young Living Essential Oils is the only company in the world distilling Palo Santo.
A friend, who recently returned from a trip in Ecuador reported that while in the rain forest the essential oil of Palo Santo, applied topically, repelled insects better than anything he has ever seen or tried and it lasted a very long time. He had much better results than if he used citronella, which I personally have not effective.
This might also explain why my dog never has any fleas or ticks. A few times a month I apply “one” drop of Palo Santo on his hip to ease the discomfort and stiffness he can have from an old injury. This is his favorite essential oil. Those couple drops a month might also be working much like a flea and tick collar, without the toxicity.
Buy organic pure Palo Santo essential oil here!
Pacific Trash Tsunami - nearly every bit of plastic ever made still exists
The plastic industry continues to convince and condition us into believing plastic is a beneficial and necessity of our modern way of living. If stuff, made of toxic chemicals is in fact such a great thing for modern man then why do we continue making more of it and using it?
I grow more and more convinced that plastic is anything but beneficial to the survival and convenience of our so-called modern world. You may agree with me even more after reading this…
Our oceans are turning into plastic… are we?
By Susan Casey, Photographs by Gregg Segal
Feb 20, 2007
A vast swath of the Pacific, twice the size of Texas, is full of a plastic stew that is entering the food chain. Scientists say these toxins are causing obesity, infertility…and worse.
Fate can take strange forms, and so perhaps it does not seem unusual that Captain Charles Moore found his life’s purpose in a nightmare. Unfortunately, he was awake at the time, and 800 miles north of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean.
It happened on August 3, 1997, a lovely day, at least in the beginning: Sunny. Little wind. Water the color of sapphires. Moore and the crew of Alguita, his 50-foot aluminum-hulled catamaran, sliced through the sea.
Returning to Southern California from Hawaii after a sailing race, Moore had altered Alguita’s course, veering slightly north. He had the time and the curiosity to try a new route, one that would lead the vessel through the eastern corner of a 10-million-square-mile oval known as the North Pacific subtropical gyre. This was an odd stretch of ocean, a place most boats purposely avoided. For one thing, it was becalmed. “The doldrums,” sailors called it, and they steered clear. So did the ocean’s top predators: the tuna, sharks, and other large fish that required livelier waters, flush with prey. The gyre was more like a desert—a slow, deep, clockwise-swirling vortex of air and water caused by a mountain of high-pressure air that lingered above it…
It began with a line of plastic bags ghosting the surface, followed by an ugly tangle of junk: nets and ropes and bottles, motor-oil jugs and cracked bath toys, a mangled tarp. Tires. A traffic cone. Moore could not believe his eyes. Out here in this desolate place, the water was a stew of plastic crap. It was as though someone had taken the pristine seascape of his youth and swapped it for a landfill.
How did all the plastic end up here? How did this trash tsunami begin? What did it mean? If the questions seemed overwhelming, Moore would soon learn that the answers were even more so, and that his discovery had dire implications for human—and planetary—health.
As Alguita glided through the area that scientists now refer to as the “Eastern Garbage Patch,” Moore realized that the trail of plastic went on for hundreds of miles. Depressed and stunned, he sailed for a week through bobbing, toxic debris trapped in a purgatory of circling currents. To his horror, he had stumbled across the 21st-century Leviathan. It had no head, no tail. Just an endless body… click here to continue reading the story.
A previous post may also be of interest to you… Plastic: Fooling with Nature
It just wasn’t all that long ago that we somehow easily managed to live without plastic. My dream is that within my lifetime will be living without it again.
I grow more and more convinced that plastic is anything but beneficial to the survival and convenience of our so-called modern world. You may agree with me even more after reading this…
Our oceans are turning into plastic… are we?
By Susan Casey, Photographs by Gregg Segal
Feb 20, 2007
A vast swath of the Pacific, twice the size of Texas, is full of a plastic stew that is entering the food chain. Scientists say these toxins are causing obesity, infertility…and worse.
Fate can take strange forms, and so perhaps it does not seem unusual that Captain Charles Moore found his life’s purpose in a nightmare. Unfortunately, he was awake at the time, and 800 miles north of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean.
It happened on August 3, 1997, a lovely day, at least in the beginning: Sunny. Little wind. Water the color of sapphires. Moore and the crew of Alguita, his 50-foot aluminum-hulled catamaran, sliced through the sea.
Returning to Southern California from Hawaii after a sailing race, Moore had altered Alguita’s course, veering slightly north. He had the time and the curiosity to try a new route, one that would lead the vessel through the eastern corner of a 10-million-square-mile oval known as the North Pacific subtropical gyre. This was an odd stretch of ocean, a place most boats purposely avoided. For one thing, it was becalmed. “The doldrums,” sailors called it, and they steered clear. So did the ocean’s top predators: the tuna, sharks, and other large fish that required livelier waters, flush with prey. The gyre was more like a desert—a slow, deep, clockwise-swirling vortex of air and water caused by a mountain of high-pressure air that lingered above it…
It began with a line of plastic bags ghosting the surface, followed by an ugly tangle of junk: nets and ropes and bottles, motor-oil jugs and cracked bath toys, a mangled tarp. Tires. A traffic cone. Moore could not believe his eyes. Out here in this desolate place, the water was a stew of plastic crap. It was as though someone had taken the pristine seascape of his youth and swapped it for a landfill.
How did all the plastic end up here? How did this trash tsunami begin? What did it mean? If the questions seemed overwhelming, Moore would soon learn that the answers were even more so, and that his discovery had dire implications for human—and planetary—health.
As Alguita glided through the area that scientists now refer to as the “Eastern Garbage Patch,” Moore realized that the trail of plastic went on for hundreds of miles. Depressed and stunned, he sailed for a week through bobbing, toxic debris trapped in a purgatory of circling currents. To his horror, he had stumbled across the 21st-century Leviathan. It had no head, no tail. Just an endless body… click here to continue reading the story.
A previous post may also be of interest to you… Plastic: Fooling with Nature
It just wasn’t all that long ago that we somehow easily managed to live without plastic. My dream is that within my lifetime will be living without it again.
Essential Oils - the high cost of low price
For almost 15 years before I got into essential oils I was a very faithful user and supporter of herbs for culinary, nutritional and medicinal purposes. I studied the edible and beneficial native plants and learned their powers and benefits.
Twenty years ago, in my quest to find nontoxic household cleaners, I turned to essential oils. I knew that pure essential oils could be used for healing, nutrition and flavoring foods. I was quite disappointed that when I set out 20 years ago to find pure organic essential oils that I was unable to find a source.
Even though my original quest was to get toxic, perfume-grade and synthetic products out of my household I was hopeful that I’d find essential oils I could try in cooking and healing that were safe for those purposes. I couldn’t find any. There’s a lot more involved to making a pure essential oil than just growing the plants organically and not using any solvents during distillation.
I continued reading about the benefits of pure essential oils and prayed one day I would find the quality oils I desired, Young Living Essential Oils. That day came 8 years ago. I couldn’t believe I had finally found exactly what I was looking for!
Once I had discovered the Young Living essential oils I was amazed by how much better they smelled, and how quickly I saw results. I was used to using fresh or dried herbal preparations for nearly everything and waiting weeks and sometimes months before I saw results. What I found with the Young Living oils is that if I selected the right oil I got results in minutes, if not seconds!
It’s been 8 years since my discovery, and what I’ve realized is that with all the knowledge I had of the nourishing and healing plants, was but a miniscule exposure to the vast knowledge our ancestors had of the plant kingdom around them. Even as I type this, I find myself drifting off into a disconnect of our modern world beside myself as to how such fine knowledge is a rarity today.
Buy the best, get Young Living Oils here!
If the bible can have nearly 1,000 references to essential oils it seems to me that the people of old utilized the powerful gifts of mother nature as skillfully and easily as we today insert coins into a soda machine and slip our finger into the aluminum ring to pop the top. It boggles my mind to think how much we average modern people have lost.
I am now a Distributor for Young Living Essential Oils, it’s my full-time business.
A part of me had forgotten that if someone has a bottle of Frankincense in their hand that probably 80% of the population doesn’t have a clue as to how it can be used. Sure, they know they can remove the cap and smell it, but beyond that they’re clueless.
Remember when I say, “whenever you hear me speak about how to use essential oils I am only referring to the Young Living brand because I know the quality. So do not try using store bought oils, even if they come from a Health Food store, in the same way.”
The reasons why you must know the quality of the oils you’re using is because the essential oil industry operates on a “perfume-grade” standard, which in my mind is scary at best. This is why you will see in many books and hear that you should never apply an essential oil topically undiluted and never ingest them. Statements like that refer only to the results you can expect from adulterated aromatherapy oils.
Buy the best quality essential oils from Young Living
Twenty years ago, in my quest to find nontoxic household cleaners, I turned to essential oils. I knew that pure essential oils could be used for healing, nutrition and flavoring foods. I was quite disappointed that when I set out 20 years ago to find pure organic essential oils that I was unable to find a source.
Even though my original quest was to get toxic, perfume-grade and synthetic products out of my household I was hopeful that I’d find essential oils I could try in cooking and healing that were safe for those purposes. I couldn’t find any. There’s a lot more involved to making a pure essential oil than just growing the plants organically and not using any solvents during distillation.
I continued reading about the benefits of pure essential oils and prayed one day I would find the quality oils I desired, Young Living Essential Oils. That day came 8 years ago. I couldn’t believe I had finally found exactly what I was looking for!
Once I had discovered the Young Living essential oils I was amazed by how much better they smelled, and how quickly I saw results. I was used to using fresh or dried herbal preparations for nearly everything and waiting weeks and sometimes months before I saw results. What I found with the Young Living oils is that if I selected the right oil I got results in minutes, if not seconds!
It’s been 8 years since my discovery, and what I’ve realized is that with all the knowledge I had of the nourishing and healing plants, was but a miniscule exposure to the vast knowledge our ancestors had of the plant kingdom around them. Even as I type this, I find myself drifting off into a disconnect of our modern world beside myself as to how such fine knowledge is a rarity today.
Buy the best, get Young Living Oils here!
If the bible can have nearly 1,000 references to essential oils it seems to me that the people of old utilized the powerful gifts of mother nature as skillfully and easily as we today insert coins into a soda machine and slip our finger into the aluminum ring to pop the top. It boggles my mind to think how much we average modern people have lost.
I am now a Distributor for Young Living Essential Oils, it’s my full-time business.
A part of me had forgotten that if someone has a bottle of Frankincense in their hand that probably 80% of the population doesn’t have a clue as to how it can be used. Sure, they know they can remove the cap and smell it, but beyond that they’re clueless.
Remember when I say, “whenever you hear me speak about how to use essential oils I am only referring to the Young Living brand because I know the quality. So do not try using store bought oils, even if they come from a Health Food store, in the same way.”
The reasons why you must know the quality of the oils you’re using is because the essential oil industry operates on a “perfume-grade” standard, which in my mind is scary at best. This is why you will see in many books and hear that you should never apply an essential oil topically undiluted and never ingest them. Statements like that refer only to the results you can expect from adulterated aromatherapy oils.
Buy the best quality essential oils from Young Living
Diet and Eating - Choose Your Foods Like Your Life Depends on Them
For many months now I have been a subscriber to to free newsletter, Naturopathy Works by Dr. Colleen Huber, NMD.
I’ve enjoyed reading the different natural health topics she writes about. What caught my attention in the May issue is her discussion on food and a new book she has written, Choose Your Foods Like Your Life Depends On Them.
Did you know...
Young Living has Blue Agave (item # 3221 & 3224), Stevia Extract (item # 3239) and JuvaSpice (item # 3279) in your favorite recipes yet you may want to start. The essential oils and JuvaSpice will add so much flavor. And Blue Agave is a perfect sugar/sweetener alternative, it has a low glycemic index which means you can have your cake and eat it too.
Young Living also has a Cookbook (item # 3947) filled with recipes for using Young Living Essential Oils in your cooking recipes.
Buy Young Living Essential Oils and the Young Living Cookbook here!
Read the Essential Oils User's Guide to see which Young Living oils can be used in cooking and/or as a supplement.
Remember, that all of the citrus essential oils, peppermint and spearmint can be used to wean off of junk juices and sodas. One drop in your “glass” of water or your “glass” water bottle (recycle your empty NingXia Red bottles for this) will help get undesirable beverages out of your life. Note: never add essential oils to a plastic, styrofoam or a waxed drinking cup, essential oils hate synthetics and petro-chemicals and will begin dissolving them on contact.
Young Living's NingXia Red is also an excellent choice to combat sugar cravings, among other things. Learn more in the NingXia Red booklet.
I have also read from a few different sources recently that chocolate cravings are due to a magnesium deficiency. Young Living's MegaCal (item # 3280) and Mineral Essence (item # 3222) would be good choices to help ward off those cravings.
I use the Young Living supplements daily, they're the best I've found.
NOTE: any information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you. Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Perfume grade or poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100%”pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils. Know what you’re buying!
Excerpted from the chapter “Food as Medicine: We eat our way into our symptoms, and we can eat our way back out"
“Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.” - Hippocrates
“We live at a strange crossroads in history. Over the last few decades, the human species has been hypnotized by the temptations offered by the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The 1950’s ushered in the “better living through chemicals” age. And we believed, and we bought and swallowed and injected and are still consuming them in massive amounts, and, most recklessly, injecting such chemicals as ethylene glycol (antifreeze), aluminum and formaldehyde into our babies as part of vaccines, without any prior safety testing.
But now with massive chronic disease plaguing our most industrialized populations, autism closely following children’s shots, and more pathology coincident with concentrated chemicals, we are beginning to wake up from our long post-World War II slumber. Now begins the next era when synthetic chemicals are starting to be seen as, however useful in many applications, best kept at a distance from our bodies, our homes, public spaces and wilderness.
The old era of unthinking reliance on a synthetic existence is showing severe disadvantages, just as the urgency to forge new relationships with nature is becoming apparent. Plants and other whole foods are coming into their own new era as naturopathic physicians and other well-informed health practitioners rely on them for their central role in healing. Within our lifetimes, natural substances will eclipse pharmaceuticals in medical practice, as the general public awakens to its far superior healing capacity.
But the pharmaceutical industry will be the slowest to catch on, just as most physicians and druggists of the early 20th century refused to believe that absence of certain nutrients could bring on such horrible diseases as scurvy, pellagra and beriberi. Then as now, allopaths were eager to lay blame for these diseases on microbes, until . . . oops! limes cured the “limey” British sailors of their scurvy, and we saw that Vitamin B3 prevented pellagra, while Vitamin B1 prevented beriberi and Vitamin D prevented rickets. As usual, conventional medicine corrects itself long after the natural physicians are already healing patients. In fact, evidence now shows that even bubonic plague, which allopathy still attributes exclusively to bacteria known as Yersinia pestis, was more likely to strike those with low Vitamin C intakes and those who did not eat garlic.
What would possess a person to think that food could possibly be medicine? Our first clue is the structure of our intestines. Whatever comes into the mouth later travels through miles of efficient tubing that extracts certain molecules from the food we eat, then converts them to one common molecule, Acetyl Co-A, from which the building blocks of the body are then made: protein, glucose and (healthy-type) fats.
The intestines are great little machines, but not omnipotent. That is, they can convert food molecules to Acetyl Co-A, because food has familiar and malleable combinations of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen. But it cannot do that with bizarre substances that the body is unfamiliar with, such as petrochemical products and synthetic substances used in pharmaceuticals. The body has no experience with many of these substances, has little clue what to do with them, and often excretes them, which may explain why placebos so often equal or surpass drugs in clinical trials. More often, though, as the body tries to either detoxify or wall off the offending invader drug, it creates new metabolites, which have multiple pharmaceutical effects, some of which may be quite harmful.
Food, on the other hand, is right at home in the body, since our species has always processed it, and we have become quite efficient eating machines as a result. Therefore, we easily break down ingested protein to its component amino acids. These then in turn get rearranged into the proteins that our genes tell us to make, all of the busy construction that takes place in the womb, and for the rest of us: replacement of lost skin and membrane cells, slightly longer fingernails, hair, scabs over wounds, etc. Carbohydrates and dietary fat get broken down to Acetyl Co-A and rearranged to form the molecules our body needs to function, because this is how our bodies have been handling things for all of our existence as a species. How would the body be able to do that from a pharmaceutical? It can’t. It’s like trying to make your car run on orange juice…click here to continue reading
click here to read Chapter 20
I’ve enjoyed reading the different natural health topics she writes about. What caught my attention in the May issue is her discussion on food and a new book she has written, Choose Your Foods Like Your Life Depends On Them.
Did you know...
Young Living has Blue Agave (item # 3221 & 3224), Stevia Extract (item # 3239) and JuvaSpice (item # 3279) in your favorite recipes yet you may want to start. The essential oils and JuvaSpice will add so much flavor. And Blue Agave is a perfect sugar/sweetener alternative, it has a low glycemic index which means you can have your cake and eat it too.
Young Living also has a Cookbook (item # 3947) filled with recipes for using Young Living Essential Oils in your cooking recipes.
Buy Young Living Essential Oils and the Young Living Cookbook here!
Read the Essential Oils User's Guide to see which Young Living oils can be used in cooking and/or as a supplement.
Remember, that all of the citrus essential oils, peppermint and spearmint can be used to wean off of junk juices and sodas. One drop in your “glass” of water or your “glass” water bottle (recycle your empty NingXia Red bottles for this) will help get undesirable beverages out of your life. Note: never add essential oils to a plastic, styrofoam or a waxed drinking cup, essential oils hate synthetics and petro-chemicals and will begin dissolving them on contact.
Young Living's NingXia Red is also an excellent choice to combat sugar cravings, among other things. Learn more in the NingXia Red booklet.
I have also read from a few different sources recently that chocolate cravings are due to a magnesium deficiency. Young Living's MegaCal (item # 3280) and Mineral Essence (item # 3222) would be good choices to help ward off those cravings.
I use the Young Living supplements daily, they're the best I've found.
NOTE: any information found here refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you. Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Perfume grade or poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100%”pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade oils. Know what you’re buying!
Excerpted from the chapter “Food as Medicine: We eat our way into our symptoms, and we can eat our way back out"
“Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.” - Hippocrates
“We live at a strange crossroads in history. Over the last few decades, the human species has been hypnotized by the temptations offered by the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The 1950’s ushered in the “better living through chemicals” age. And we believed, and we bought and swallowed and injected and are still consuming them in massive amounts, and, most recklessly, injecting such chemicals as ethylene glycol (antifreeze), aluminum and formaldehyde into our babies as part of vaccines, without any prior safety testing.
But now with massive chronic disease plaguing our most industrialized populations, autism closely following children’s shots, and more pathology coincident with concentrated chemicals, we are beginning to wake up from our long post-World War II slumber. Now begins the next era when synthetic chemicals are starting to be seen as, however useful in many applications, best kept at a distance from our bodies, our homes, public spaces and wilderness.
The old era of unthinking reliance on a synthetic existence is showing severe disadvantages, just as the urgency to forge new relationships with nature is becoming apparent. Plants and other whole foods are coming into their own new era as naturopathic physicians and other well-informed health practitioners rely on them for their central role in healing. Within our lifetimes, natural substances will eclipse pharmaceuticals in medical practice, as the general public awakens to its far superior healing capacity.
But the pharmaceutical industry will be the slowest to catch on, just as most physicians and druggists of the early 20th century refused to believe that absence of certain nutrients could bring on such horrible diseases as scurvy, pellagra and beriberi. Then as now, allopaths were eager to lay blame for these diseases on microbes, until . . . oops! limes cured the “limey” British sailors of their scurvy, and we saw that Vitamin B3 prevented pellagra, while Vitamin B1 prevented beriberi and Vitamin D prevented rickets. As usual, conventional medicine corrects itself long after the natural physicians are already healing patients. In fact, evidence now shows that even bubonic plague, which allopathy still attributes exclusively to bacteria known as Yersinia pestis, was more likely to strike those with low Vitamin C intakes and those who did not eat garlic.
What would possess a person to think that food could possibly be medicine? Our first clue is the structure of our intestines. Whatever comes into the mouth later travels through miles of efficient tubing that extracts certain molecules from the food we eat, then converts them to one common molecule, Acetyl Co-A, from which the building blocks of the body are then made: protein, glucose and (healthy-type) fats.
The intestines are great little machines, but not omnipotent. That is, they can convert food molecules to Acetyl Co-A, because food has familiar and malleable combinations of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen. But it cannot do that with bizarre substances that the body is unfamiliar with, such as petrochemical products and synthetic substances used in pharmaceuticals. The body has no experience with many of these substances, has little clue what to do with them, and often excretes them, which may explain why placebos so often equal or surpass drugs in clinical trials. More often, though, as the body tries to either detoxify or wall off the offending invader drug, it creates new metabolites, which have multiple pharmaceutical effects, some of which may be quite harmful.
Food, on the other hand, is right at home in the body, since our species has always processed it, and we have become quite efficient eating machines as a result. Therefore, we easily break down ingested protein to its component amino acids. These then in turn get rearranged into the proteins that our genes tell us to make, all of the busy construction that takes place in the womb, and for the rest of us: replacement of lost skin and membrane cells, slightly longer fingernails, hair, scabs over wounds, etc. Carbohydrates and dietary fat get broken down to Acetyl Co-A and rearranged to form the molecules our body needs to function, because this is how our bodies have been handling things for all of our existence as a species. How would the body be able to do that from a pharmaceutical? It can’t. It’s like trying to make your car run on orange juice…click here to continue reading
click here to read Chapter 20
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Mold In Your Vehicle May Cause Fungal Infections
”The rash started on his ankles, and it took us months to realize that he had a fungal infection. Then we found mold growing in the carpet of his SUV and thanks to your information, we used the essential oils products the way you suggested, and got rid of the mold. Now, his fungal infection is gone too.”
Dr. Close goes on to say... Les and Sharon told us their story during the cruise we took in January, 2007, and we have heard similar stories from many other people. Water-damaged vehicles, flooded vehicles, and even vehicles that have been cleaned but the carpets have not been dried properly can all be infested with mold, sometimes toxic mold. Our cars, trucks, SUVs, in fact any vehicle provides an opportunity for high levels of exposure to mold in short periods of time, and over long periods of time when we travel frequently or take long trips.
Read Toxic Mold Q&A to learn more.
There are numerous areas of the United States, and around the world, that are flooded every year. Research shows that many water-damaged vehicles end up being sold in the used car market. So how can you protect yourself from buying a vehicle that may have been flooded or water-damaged? The following article by the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) highlights the problem with flooded vehicles making their way to the used car market, and also offers tips on how to avoid buying a flood-damaged car.
Tips to Avoid Buying a “Flooded Car”
NEW YORK, April 23, 2007 — The deluge from last week’s Nor’easter not only means extensive flooding to homes but to cars as well. Unfortunately, many of these vehicles could be purchased by dishonest auto dealers, cleaned up and then sold, with their flood damage history illegally hidden, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).
Unscrupulous salvage operators and dealers often try to conceal the fact that the vehicles they are selling have been damaged by a natural disaster, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB home page).
To prevent this type of fraudulent resale of cars to unsuspecting consumers around the country, the NICB home page has been helping law enforcement groups and insurance companies identify and catalogue vehicles damaged by these types of disasters.
“By creating a registry of damaged vehicles that consumers can access when purchasing a used car, the potential for this type of fraud can be greatly reduced,” said Robert M. Bryant, president and CEO of the NICB.
The NICB compiles a database of vehicles affected by such storms, which offers a free search of any car’s vehicle identification number (VIN), so used-car buyers can learn more about the history of the car and whether it has been involved in a claim related to flood damage. It usually takes several months before the flooded cars get into the market. Consumers who suspect a car has been flooded can access this service from the NICB home page.
“To avoid inadvertently purchasing a flood-damaged car, it is important that you only buy a used car from a reputable dealer, have a certified mechanic look for flood damage and check the car’s VIN number,” noted Jeanne M. Salvatore, senior vice president and consumer spokesperson for the I.I.I.
The I.I.I. suggests you be on the lookout for the following indicators that a car may have been flooded:
- Mildew, debris and silt in places where it wouldn’t normally be found, such as under the carpeting in the trunk, or around
the engine compartment
- Rust on screws and other metal parts
- Waterstains or faded upholstery; discoloration of seat belts and door panels
- Dampness in the floor and carpeting; moisture on the inside of the instrument panel
- A moldy odor or an intense smell of Lysol or deodorizer being used to cover up an odor problem
If you suspect that your local car dealer is committing fraud by knowingly selling “flooded cars” as regular used cars, contact their insurance company, local law enforcement agency or the NICB at 800-TEL-NICB (800-835-6422).
Cars damaged by flooding, fire or wind are covered under the comprehensive portion of an auto insurance policy.
PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE AND YOUR HEALTH
You can eliminate mold inside your vehicle, by diffusing the Young Living Essential Oil blend Thieves (used in the tests conducted by Dr. Close) continuously for 24 hours inside the vehicle with all the windows closed. When cleaning carpets and upholstery, be sure to use Thieves Household Cleaner. Vacuum up all excess moisture, leave windows and doors open, and do not close the vehicle until carpets have dried completely. After materials have dried, diffuse the essential oil blend Thieves for 24 hours continuously to protect your vehicle and your health.
Learn more about how to get rid of toxic mold and how to buy Thieves.
Dr. Close goes on to say... Les and Sharon told us their story during the cruise we took in January, 2007, and we have heard similar stories from many other people. Water-damaged vehicles, flooded vehicles, and even vehicles that have been cleaned but the carpets have not been dried properly can all be infested with mold, sometimes toxic mold. Our cars, trucks, SUVs, in fact any vehicle provides an opportunity for high levels of exposure to mold in short periods of time, and over long periods of time when we travel frequently or take long trips.
Read Toxic Mold Q&A to learn more.
There are numerous areas of the United States, and around the world, that are flooded every year. Research shows that many water-damaged vehicles end up being sold in the used car market. So how can you protect yourself from buying a vehicle that may have been flooded or water-damaged? The following article by the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) highlights the problem with flooded vehicles making their way to the used car market, and also offers tips on how to avoid buying a flood-damaged car.
Tips to Avoid Buying a “Flooded Car”
NEW YORK, April 23, 2007 — The deluge from last week’s Nor’easter not only means extensive flooding to homes but to cars as well. Unfortunately, many of these vehicles could be purchased by dishonest auto dealers, cleaned up and then sold, with their flood damage history illegally hidden, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).
Unscrupulous salvage operators and dealers often try to conceal the fact that the vehicles they are selling have been damaged by a natural disaster, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB home page).
To prevent this type of fraudulent resale of cars to unsuspecting consumers around the country, the NICB home page has been helping law enforcement groups and insurance companies identify and catalogue vehicles damaged by these types of disasters.
“By creating a registry of damaged vehicles that consumers can access when purchasing a used car, the potential for this type of fraud can be greatly reduced,” said Robert M. Bryant, president and CEO of the NICB.
The NICB compiles a database of vehicles affected by such storms, which offers a free search of any car’s vehicle identification number (VIN), so used-car buyers can learn more about the history of the car and whether it has been involved in a claim related to flood damage. It usually takes several months before the flooded cars get into the market. Consumers who suspect a car has been flooded can access this service from the NICB home page.
“To avoid inadvertently purchasing a flood-damaged car, it is important that you only buy a used car from a reputable dealer, have a certified mechanic look for flood damage and check the car’s VIN number,” noted Jeanne M. Salvatore, senior vice president and consumer spokesperson for the I.I.I.
The I.I.I. suggests you be on the lookout for the following indicators that a car may have been flooded:
- Mildew, debris and silt in places where it wouldn’t normally be found, such as under the carpeting in the trunk, or around
the engine compartment
- Rust on screws and other metal parts
- Waterstains or faded upholstery; discoloration of seat belts and door panels
- Dampness in the floor and carpeting; moisture on the inside of the instrument panel
- A moldy odor or an intense smell of Lysol or deodorizer being used to cover up an odor problem
If you suspect that your local car dealer is committing fraud by knowingly selling “flooded cars” as regular used cars, contact their insurance company, local law enforcement agency or the NICB at 800-TEL-NICB (800-835-6422).
Cars damaged by flooding, fire or wind are covered under the comprehensive portion of an auto insurance policy.
PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE AND YOUR HEALTH
You can eliminate mold inside your vehicle, by diffusing the Young Living Essential Oil blend Thieves (used in the tests conducted by Dr. Close) continuously for 24 hours inside the vehicle with all the windows closed. When cleaning carpets and upholstery, be sure to use Thieves Household Cleaner. Vacuum up all excess moisture, leave windows and doors open, and do not close the vehicle until carpets have dried completely. After materials have dried, diffuse the essential oil blend Thieves for 24 hours continuously to protect your vehicle and your health.
Learn more about how to get rid of toxic mold and how to buy Thieves.
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Grass-Fed Meats - Get Back to a Naturally Healthy Diet... in time for Father's Day and BBQ Season!
by Al Sears, MD
Conventional wisdom tells you to avoid fat whenever possible, especially saturated animal fat. That's too bad. Your body needs fat. It's essential to life. The real problem is that our modern world changed the character of fat. For millions of years, red meat has been humankind's primary source of fat and protein. But today, nutrition "experts" tell you it's deadly. How can that be? Did our bodies change? No. The red meat has changed.
Commercial cattle are fed grain because it's cheap and it fattens them up quickly. Substituting grain for their natural diet of greens makes the animals abnormally fat and leads to a deficiency of the heart-healthy fats still found in wild animals. For meat to be healthy, it needs the right balance of natural omega-6 and omega-3 fats. Studies show that omega-3s prevent irregular heartbeat, reduce arterial plaque, decrease blood clotting, lower blood pressure, and minimize inflammation. But too much omega-6 fat interferes with the functioning of omega-3s and leads to inflammation and heart disease. That's the problem with commercial beef. You get about a 20 times greater ratio of omega-6s than you need and a deficiency of omega-3s. And that's bad news. But there is a solution.
To get back to the healthy diet of our ancestors, eat grass-fed beef. It has the original high ratio of omega-3s in our natural diet. Next to wild salmon, grass-fed beef is your best natural source of omega-3s. Fat Is Not the Enemy By Al Sears, MD People often refer to the "French Paradox." This is the notion that French people eat foods high in saturated fat, but never get fat. To me, that's not a paradox. There's no convincing evidence that saturated fats pack on the pounds. It's more useful to think about the "American Paradox" - a nation full of unhealthy people obsessed with healthy eating. At the root of this disorder is the guilt Americans feel when they eat foods they really love - like steak, eggs, and bacon. All the favorites that we've been conditioned to fear with the dreaded word "cholesterol." Most sources tell you to avoid fat in favor of low-fat, vegetarian, or whole-grain artificial diets. But if you take a closer look (and avoid the commercial interests), you'll discover that the secret to reducing bad cholesterol isn't avoiding fat.
Studies show that if you combine the right nutritional elements you can reduce your bad cholesterol (LDL) as much as, and in many cases more than, the low-fat junk diets or even prescription statin drugs. Avoidance of fat in favor of grains will increase your risk of heart disease, because diets that are high in grains promote high insulin levels. And high insulin levels have been shown to have a direct correlation to heart disease. So here's the key: Choose the right fats (rich in omega-3 fatty acids) and healthy proteins (rich in essential amino acids). Choosing the right fats means eating more fish and the right kind of red meat. Fish is high in omega-3s. It also has a complete mixture of all the essential amino acids in a bio-available, rapidly absorbable protein. And, yes, you can still eat red meat, even steak. But choose cuts of meat from naturally raised, hormone-free, grass-fed animals. That's the important caveat.
Studies show that grass-fed beef gives you one of the best sources of omega-3s. What's more, grass-fed beef has high levels of B vitamins and CoQ10, the most powerful heart nutrient on the planet. Forget the Food Pyramid - Here's My Simple Formula for Getting Lean By Al Sears, MD In 2005, the government issued its latest food pyramid. You've probably seen it.
Over 2,000 supermarkets in 17 states are planning to promote it in their stores. The "new" food pyramid - like the old one - suggests that you eat more grains and carbs than anything else. And, not surprisingly, the big food makers are footing the bill for this "public service" campaign. (When you've spent that much money lobbying politicians to support your high-carb, highly processed, artificial-food-substitute products, why not cash in?) But don't be fooled.
Following this unnatural high-carb diet, while ignoring protein and healthy fats, will only make you fat, sick, and tired. Instead, follow my simple formula for getting lean: High Protein + Low Carbs + the Right Fats + Regular Exercise = Fat Loss
Increase Protein: Quality protein is the key to good nutrition. Protein promotes muscle growth and increases the burning of carbs and fat for energy. Grass-fed beef, fish, lean meats, eggs, dairy, beans, and nuts are all good sources of protein. Decrease Carbohydrates: Starches are a main cause of obesity. Limit your consumption of anything made from grains or potatoes. Get your carbs from unprocessed vegetables that grow above the ground.
Eat Natural Fats: Most modern fat is a health nightmare, but getting enough omega-3 fats is essential for good health. Grass-fed beef is a great choice. Also, try eating unprocessed vegetable fats from avocados, nuts, and virgin olive oil. Avoid corn oil and all hydrogenated oils. Get your animal fat from grass-fed red meat, wild fish, and eggs.
~ My grass-fed meats testimonial ~ Grass-fed meats are the only meats you'll find in my house. I cannot tell you how much different and better they taste... and my body even feels different, much more nourished.
I even get my butter from these guys. When I did my little side-by-side taste test - I had been buying "organic" butter from the supermarket for years - and I swear, the organic butter tasted like poison in comparison. I had to spit it out in the sink it tasted so nasty. I couldn't believe I had been spending so much money on such an inferior product. I spend more on my butter now, but at least it's good for me and tastes the way real butter should taste.
I will never spend one more penny of my money on inferior animal products sold in the stores. Not when we have places like US Wellness Meats, BRAVO!
Conventional wisdom tells you to avoid fat whenever possible, especially saturated animal fat. That's too bad. Your body needs fat. It's essential to life. The real problem is that our modern world changed the character of fat. For millions of years, red meat has been humankind's primary source of fat and protein. But today, nutrition "experts" tell you it's deadly. How can that be? Did our bodies change? No. The red meat has changed.
Commercial cattle are fed grain because it's cheap and it fattens them up quickly. Substituting grain for their natural diet of greens makes the animals abnormally fat and leads to a deficiency of the heart-healthy fats still found in wild animals. For meat to be healthy, it needs the right balance of natural omega-6 and omega-3 fats. Studies show that omega-3s prevent irregular heartbeat, reduce arterial plaque, decrease blood clotting, lower blood pressure, and minimize inflammation. But too much omega-6 fat interferes with the functioning of omega-3s and leads to inflammation and heart disease. That's the problem with commercial beef. You get about a 20 times greater ratio of omega-6s than you need and a deficiency of omega-3s. And that's bad news. But there is a solution.
To get back to the healthy diet of our ancestors, eat grass-fed beef. It has the original high ratio of omega-3s in our natural diet. Next to wild salmon, grass-fed beef is your best natural source of omega-3s. Fat Is Not the Enemy By Al Sears, MD People often refer to the "French Paradox." This is the notion that French people eat foods high in saturated fat, but never get fat. To me, that's not a paradox. There's no convincing evidence that saturated fats pack on the pounds. It's more useful to think about the "American Paradox" - a nation full of unhealthy people obsessed with healthy eating. At the root of this disorder is the guilt Americans feel when they eat foods they really love - like steak, eggs, and bacon. All the favorites that we've been conditioned to fear with the dreaded word "cholesterol." Most sources tell you to avoid fat in favor of low-fat, vegetarian, or whole-grain artificial diets. But if you take a closer look (and avoid the commercial interests), you'll discover that the secret to reducing bad cholesterol isn't avoiding fat.
Studies show that if you combine the right nutritional elements you can reduce your bad cholesterol (LDL) as much as, and in many cases more than, the low-fat junk diets or even prescription statin drugs. Avoidance of fat in favor of grains will increase your risk of heart disease, because diets that are high in grains promote high insulin levels. And high insulin levels have been shown to have a direct correlation to heart disease. So here's the key: Choose the right fats (rich in omega-3 fatty acids) and healthy proteins (rich in essential amino acids). Choosing the right fats means eating more fish and the right kind of red meat. Fish is high in omega-3s. It also has a complete mixture of all the essential amino acids in a bio-available, rapidly absorbable protein. And, yes, you can still eat red meat, even steak. But choose cuts of meat from naturally raised, hormone-free, grass-fed animals. That's the important caveat.
Studies show that grass-fed beef gives you one of the best sources of omega-3s. What's more, grass-fed beef has high levels of B vitamins and CoQ10, the most powerful heart nutrient on the planet. Forget the Food Pyramid - Here's My Simple Formula for Getting Lean By Al Sears, MD In 2005, the government issued its latest food pyramid. You've probably seen it.
Over 2,000 supermarkets in 17 states are planning to promote it in their stores. The "new" food pyramid - like the old one - suggests that you eat more grains and carbs than anything else. And, not surprisingly, the big food makers are footing the bill for this "public service" campaign. (When you've spent that much money lobbying politicians to support your high-carb, highly processed, artificial-food-substitute products, why not cash in?) But don't be fooled.
Following this unnatural high-carb diet, while ignoring protein and healthy fats, will only make you fat, sick, and tired. Instead, follow my simple formula for getting lean: High Protein + Low Carbs + the Right Fats + Regular Exercise = Fat Loss
Increase Protein: Quality protein is the key to good nutrition. Protein promotes muscle growth and increases the burning of carbs and fat for energy. Grass-fed beef, fish, lean meats, eggs, dairy, beans, and nuts are all good sources of protein. Decrease Carbohydrates: Starches are a main cause of obesity. Limit your consumption of anything made from grains or potatoes. Get your carbs from unprocessed vegetables that grow above the ground.
Eat Natural Fats: Most modern fat is a health nightmare, but getting enough omega-3 fats is essential for good health. Grass-fed beef is a great choice. Also, try eating unprocessed vegetable fats from avocados, nuts, and virgin olive oil. Avoid corn oil and all hydrogenated oils. Get your animal fat from grass-fed red meat, wild fish, and eggs.
~ My grass-fed meats testimonial ~ Grass-fed meats are the only meats you'll find in my house. I cannot tell you how much different and better they taste... and my body even feels different, much more nourished.
I even get my butter from these guys. When I did my little side-by-side taste test - I had been buying "organic" butter from the supermarket for years - and I swear, the organic butter tasted like poison in comparison. I had to spit it out in the sink it tasted so nasty. I couldn't believe I had been spending so much money on such an inferior product. I spend more on my butter now, but at least it's good for me and tastes the way real butter should taste.
I will never spend one more penny of my money on inferior animal products sold in the stores. Not when we have places like US Wellness Meats, BRAVO!
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
4 Steps to Help Control Innflammation:
essential nutrients and essential oils
Young Living's Core Essentials nutritional program is about understanding the nutritional foundations of optimal health, developing healthy daily habits and supercharging the whole process with the power of nature's living energy, pure, therapeutic- grade essential oils.
THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM:
Forty-two years ago Dr. Myron Brin showed that even slight nutrient deficienies cause problems such as slow brain function, insomnia, irritability and nightmares. Today we know that essential nutrient deficiency is a key contributor in the massive inflammation epidemic that lies at the root of all our major health problems. When essential nutrients run low, inflammation goes unchecked, damaging cells, tissues and eventually whole organs and systems. This condition is called chronic systemic inflammation. Research links all of the top killers, even rapid aging, to this condition.
Living Foods, Your Body's ph and Disease
An Acidic or Alkaline System: What's the difference and why should we care?
4 Steps to Control Inflammation
It seems simple: control inflammation and you slow aging and improve health dramatically.
Drug companies understand this and are rushing to corner the anti-inflammatory market. However, Young living offers natural, holistic solutions with only one side effect - you'll love the products like I do.
The body needs optimal amounts of these essential nutrients to control inflammation.
Macronutrients
pure water
essential amino acids from protein
essential sugars
essential fatty acids
fiber (soluble and insoluble)
Micronutrients
essential vitamins
minerals
antioxidants
essential enzymes
Step One: Identify + Eliminate or Dramatically Limit Anti-nutrients.
Anti-nutrients include junk food, stress, toxins, medications, etc. A recent Los Angeles Times survey found that junk food calories comprised 30 percent of the average person's diet, and people consume 1,000 percent more sugar than our ancestors did. And all that anti-nutrient poison requires extra essential nutrient antidotes to counteract the damage. Here's a previous post on non-nutritive sweeteners.
Step Two: Get Enough Essential Nutrients
To keep up with today's extraordinary demands we must flood our systems with all the key essential nutrients. To accomplish this, Young Living packaged foundational essential oil nutrients together with other essential nutrients to create the Core Essentials nutritional program. This program includes Ningxia Red, Longevity, Omega Blue and Balance Complete. Taking these products together will create tremendous life-giving synergy.
Ningxia Red is no ordinary red energy "juice" -- it's an infusion. It's infused with therapeutic- grade essential oils and is an infusion preparation, meaning it delivers all the fresh, whole Ningxia wolfberry parts. This one-of-a-kind preparation supplies an incredible depth and breadth of critical antioxidants like superoxide dismutase (SOD), rare protein-polysaccharides and many other key micronutrients. NingXia Red booklet.
Longevity softgels is a daily essential oil ultra-antioxidant and embodies Young Living's unique and powerful place in the universe. It is an age-defying antioxidant supplement of awesome proportions and specializes in fat-soluble antioxidants. Studies on compounds in Longevity confirm they protect the body's most fragile tissues and prevent abnormal cell growth.*
Remember: stop oxidation, stop inflammation and stop the damaging cycle before it starts. Longevity fact sheet.
Omega Blue - Research confirms that omega-3 fats (DHA and EPA) in fish oil reduce systemic-inflammation and support cardiovascular, joint, eye and brain health, and much more. Omega Blue provides a clinically proven dose of pure, un-concentrated fish oil plus the proprietary "Omega Enhance" essential oil blend. This oil blend supports a healthy inflammatory response, supports normal cholesterol levels*, and protects fragile omega-3 fats during encapsulation, (while in the bottle,) and during metabolism. It also ensures Omega Blue is ten times more stable than other fish oil. Plus, our Precision Delivery intestinal release technology can triple omega-3 absorption by releasing nutrients directly into the intestines. Omega Blue fact sheet.
Balance Complete is a superfood-based meal replacement, is a powerful energizer and nutritive cleanser. It's high in fiber, high in protein and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins and minerals needed for a nutritionally dynamic meal. The most exciting ingredient is Young Living's proprietary V-Fibertm blend. This blend supplies an impressive 11 grams of fiber per serving with whole, nutrient-dense fibers and soluble fiber concentrates for optimal viscosity (thickness) and effect. It's perfect for forming bulk, absorbing toxins, satisfying the appetite, balancing blood sugar, and much more. Balance Complete fact sheet.
Young Living's Core Essentials Daily Nutritional Regimen
- Drink 1-3 ounces NingXia Red daily (item # 3003).
- Take one Longevity capsule daily (item # 3289) .
- Take one Omega Blue capsule 3 times daily (item # 3190).
- Replace your least nutritious meal with Balance Complete (item # 3292) (for better weight management replace two meals).
Note: This is just a starting place. More intense and targeted nutrients may be required for your particular situation.
Step Three: Assimilate the Essential Nutrients
The Core Essentials program prepares your body, specifically your bowel, to assimilate and maximize essential nutrients. Whole-food-based products like NingXia Red and Balance Complete are easily digested. Balance Complete also supplies a specialized enzyme pack. Using a wide variety of essential nutrients together enhances bioactivity. If further digestive assistance is required, add Young Living's Essentialzyme (item # 3272) to your routine.
Step Four: Give it Time
Commit to following the program for at least 60 days, although 90 days would be better. When the right raw materials are available, the body can do remarkable things, and then time will heal the wounds. Don't be surprised if you begin to see positive changes quickly -- these are not ordinary nutritional products. All Young Living essential oils and oil-enhanced products provide pure, living plant energy, and most people notice this unique and exceptional difference right away.
Get Young Living's Nutritional Supplements here!
Learn about Young Living's Start Living with 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse and Core Essentials and how to save 24%
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM:
Forty-two years ago Dr. Myron Brin showed that even slight nutrient deficienies cause problems such as slow brain function, insomnia, irritability and nightmares. Today we know that essential nutrient deficiency is a key contributor in the massive inflammation epidemic that lies at the root of all our major health problems. When essential nutrients run low, inflammation goes unchecked, damaging cells, tissues and eventually whole organs and systems. This condition is called chronic systemic inflammation. Research links all of the top killers, even rapid aging, to this condition.
Living Foods, Your Body's ph and Disease
An Acidic or Alkaline System: What's the difference and why should we care?
4 Steps to Control Inflammation
It seems simple: control inflammation and you slow aging and improve health dramatically.
Drug companies understand this and are rushing to corner the anti-inflammatory market. However, Young living offers natural, holistic solutions with only one side effect - you'll love the products like I do.
The body needs optimal amounts of these essential nutrients to control inflammation.
Macronutrients
pure water
essential amino acids from protein
essential sugars
essential fatty acids
fiber (soluble and insoluble)
Micronutrients
essential vitamins
minerals
antioxidants
essential enzymes
Step One: Identify + Eliminate or Dramatically Limit Anti-nutrients.
Anti-nutrients include junk food, stress, toxins, medications, etc. A recent Los Angeles Times survey found that junk food calories comprised 30 percent of the average person's diet, and people consume 1,000 percent more sugar than our ancestors did. And all that anti-nutrient poison requires extra essential nutrient antidotes to counteract the damage. Here's a previous post on non-nutritive sweeteners.
Step Two: Get Enough Essential Nutrients
To keep up with today's extraordinary demands we must flood our systems with all the key essential nutrients. To accomplish this, Young Living packaged foundational essential oil nutrients together with other essential nutrients to create the Core Essentials nutritional program. This program includes Ningxia Red, Longevity, Omega Blue and Balance Complete. Taking these products together will create tremendous life-giving synergy.
Ningxia Red is no ordinary red energy "juice" -- it's an infusion. It's infused with therapeutic- grade essential oils and is an infusion preparation, meaning it delivers all the fresh, whole Ningxia wolfberry parts. This one-of-a-kind preparation supplies an incredible depth and breadth of critical antioxidants like superoxide dismutase (SOD), rare protein-polysaccharides and many other key micronutrients. NingXia Red booklet.
Longevity softgels is a daily essential oil ultra-antioxidant and embodies Young Living's unique and powerful place in the universe. It is an age-defying antioxidant supplement of awesome proportions and specializes in fat-soluble antioxidants. Studies on compounds in Longevity confirm they protect the body's most fragile tissues and prevent abnormal cell growth.*
Remember: stop oxidation, stop inflammation and stop the damaging cycle before it starts. Longevity fact sheet.
Omega Blue - Research confirms that omega-3 fats (DHA and EPA) in fish oil reduce systemic-inflammation and support cardiovascular, joint, eye and brain health, and much more. Omega Blue provides a clinically proven dose of pure, un-concentrated fish oil plus the proprietary "Omega Enhance" essential oil blend. This oil blend supports a healthy inflammatory response, supports normal cholesterol levels*, and protects fragile omega-3 fats during encapsulation, (while in the bottle,) and during metabolism. It also ensures Omega Blue is ten times more stable than other fish oil. Plus, our Precision Delivery intestinal release technology can triple omega-3 absorption by releasing nutrients directly into the intestines. Omega Blue fact sheet.
Balance Complete is a superfood-based meal replacement, is a powerful energizer and nutritive cleanser. It's high in fiber, high in protein and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins and minerals needed for a nutritionally dynamic meal. The most exciting ingredient is Young Living's proprietary V-Fibertm blend. This blend supplies an impressive 11 grams of fiber per serving with whole, nutrient-dense fibers and soluble fiber concentrates for optimal viscosity (thickness) and effect. It's perfect for forming bulk, absorbing toxins, satisfying the appetite, balancing blood sugar, and much more. Balance Complete fact sheet.
Young Living's Core Essentials Daily Nutritional Regimen
- Drink 1-3 ounces NingXia Red daily (item # 3003).
- Take one Longevity capsule daily (item # 3289) .
- Take one Omega Blue capsule 3 times daily (item # 3190).
- Replace your least nutritious meal with Balance Complete (item # 3292) (for better weight management replace two meals).
Note: This is just a starting place. More intense and targeted nutrients may be required for your particular situation.
Step Three: Assimilate the Essential Nutrients
The Core Essentials program prepares your body, specifically your bowel, to assimilate and maximize essential nutrients. Whole-food-based products like NingXia Red and Balance Complete are easily digested. Balance Complete also supplies a specialized enzyme pack. Using a wide variety of essential nutrients together enhances bioactivity. If further digestive assistance is required, add Young Living's Essentialzyme (item # 3272) to your routine.
Step Four: Give it Time
Commit to following the program for at least 60 days, although 90 days would be better. When the right raw materials are available, the body can do remarkable things, and then time will heal the wounds. Don't be surprised if you begin to see positive changes quickly -- these are not ordinary nutritional products. All Young Living essential oils and oil-enhanced products provide pure, living plant energy, and most people notice this unique and exceptional difference right away.
Get Young Living's Nutritional Supplements here!
Learn about Young Living's Start Living with 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse and Core Essentials and how to save 24%
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Monday, May 28, 2007
Essential Oil Recipe for Stregthening Finger Nails
Strengthening and Creating Healthy Nails with Essential Oils:
2 drops Wheat Germ Oil
2 drops Frankincense
2 drops Myrrh
2 drops Lemon
Rub on nails twice a week.
Buy pure therapeutic-grade essential oils here
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Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Young Living 's Dr. David Stewart on Martha Stewart
Young Living Essential Oils is making national headlines. So set your TiVo or VCR to record, you won't want to miss this!
On Thursday, May 24, 2007, The Martha Stewart Show will feature Young Living's very own Dr. David Hill, Director of Science and Education, along with respected fashion designer Donna Karan.
Dr. Hill recently served as a featured speaker for Karan's Urban Zen Initiative in New York, whose mission is “to create a working environment where the worlds of conventional and alternative medical practices unite to invent new ways of healing, health, and well-being for all of us” Urban Zen.
As a special guest of The Martha Stewart Show, Dr. Hill will discuss the benefits of essential oils, how they can be incorporated into daily activities and routines, and the health advantages essential oils provide. To find out on which station The Martha Stewart Show airs in your area, follow the steps below:
1. Go to Martha Stewart.com
2. Enter your zip code in the Local Show Schedule box (on the left). Links to all available cable, satellite, and network providers will be posted, depending on what is broadcast in your area.
3. Click on the link for your cable, satellite, or network provider. The stations and times for your local area will appear.
If you know anyone who is interested in high quality Young Living essential oils pass along my information to them. My contact information can be found by clicking here.
I'm looking for people who are interested in health, getting toxic products out of their home and personal care items, and, I am looking for people who would like to start a home based business like I have.
My contact information can be found by clicking here.
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Saturday, May 19, 2007
For Your Health & Wellness -
is aspirin incresing or decreasing your risk of stroke?
Healthy older people who take regular aspirin to prevent stroke may actually be increasing their risk.
In the past 25 years the number of strokes associated with blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin or warfarin has risen seven-fold, a UK study found.
The risk is particularly high in the over 75s and aspirin may do more harm than good in healthy older people, The Lancet Neurology paper reported.
However, people advised to take daily aspirin by their GP should not stop.
Researchers at the University of Oxford compared figures on intracerebral haemorrhagic stroke - a type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain - from 1981-85 and 2002-06.
They found that the number of strokes caused by high blood pressure had fallen by 65%, which in the under 75s meant the overall rate of strokes had halved.
"What our study suggests is that, particularly in the very elderly, the risks of aspirin outweigh the benefits."
Professor Peter Rothwell
But in the over 75's the stroke rate remained the same over the 25-year period.
A closer look at the data showed there had been an increase in the number of strokes in patients taking blood thinning drugs, known as antithrombotics.
In the first study the proportion of stroke patients on antithrombotic drugs was 4% but two decades later this had risen to 40%.
Lifestyle choice
People with cardiovascular disease, who have a high risk of blood clot, are prescribed drugs like aspirin to thin the blood and reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke.
But many healthy older people also take a regular aspirin in an attempt to ward off a stroke.
Study leader, Professor Peter Rothwell, said the increasing use of drugs such as aspirin may soon take over high blood
pressure as the leading cause of intracerebral haemorrhagic stroke in the over 75's.
He warned than in healthy older adults the risks of taking aspirin may outweigh any benefits.
"GPs have been treating high blood pressure very aggressively and that is bringing dividends but there are other causes of stroke in the elderly which have become important.
"There are good reasons for taking aspirin or warfarin but there are elderly who take aspirin as a lifestyle choice and in that situation the trials have shown there's no benefit.
"And what our study suggests is that, particularly in the very elderly, the risks of aspirin outweigh the benefits," he said. Dr Peter Coleman, deputy director of research and development for The Stroke Association said aspirin had gained a reputation of being part of a healthy lifestyle.
"However, this evidence indicates that if you are healthy and have a low risk of heart disease or stroke and unless advised by your GP to take aspirin on a daily basis then the increased risks from the side effects of aspirin are likely to outweigh the benefits of preventing a stroke."
He advised people to lower their risk of stroke by having regular blood pressure checks, eating a healthy diet, stopping smoking, only drinking alcohol in moderation, reducing salt intake and taking regular exercise.
Source: BBC News
Apparently, those in the know are saying the way to reduce your chance of stroke is to eat a proper diet and include Omega 3's. A few good sources, I use and where I shop, that are nutritious, delicious and contain Omega 3's are:
A fantastic source for seafood!
Grass-fed Meats are high in Omega 3's too! Learn more here.
Young Living's Omega Blue yes I sell it and I love it.
A previous post may be of interest too, Eating Right for ADD and ADHD
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Living and Speaking Your Truth:
A message from the Hopi Elders
Recent message from the Hopi Elders
You have been telling the people that this is the Eleventh Hour. Now you must go back and tell the people that this is the Hour. And there are things to be considered:
Where are you living?
What are you doing?
What are your relationships?
Are you in right relation?
Where is your water?
Know your garden.
It is time to speak your Truth. Create your community. Be good to each other. And do not look outside yourself for the leader.
This could be a good time!
There is a river flowing now very fast. It is so great and swift that there are those who will be afraid. They will try to hold on to the shore. They will feel they are being torn apart, and they will suffer greatly. Know the river has its destination.
The elders say we must let go of the shore, push off into the middle of the river, keep our eyes open, and our heads above the water. See who is in there with you and celebrate.
At this time in history, we are to take nothing personally. Least of all, ourselves. For the moment that we do, our spiritual growth and journey comes to a halt. The time of the lone wolf is over. Gather yourselves! Banish the word struggle from your attitude and your vocabulary. All that we do now must be done in a sacred manner and in celebration.
We are the ones we've been waiting for.
The Elders
Oraibi, Arizona
Hopi Nation
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Wednesday, May 09, 2007
Direct Selling Women's Alliance:
VIP Access for 24 Hours
I’ve told you about the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (see my previous post) and all they offer direct selling professionals like you and me – now I actually have the chance to give you a VIP look inside their vast Member Only area!
Between now and midnight Thursday, May 10th, I’ve arranged for you to have immediate VIP access to the endless resources of the DSWA by using the username and password below.
Username: visitor
Password: success
You are going to love this website rich with success-enhancing resources, tips, articles and over 250 archived tele-classes on topics related to growing your business. Go to the home page now and have fun exploring the possibilities! VIP Access
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Direct Selling Women:
About the DSWA
(Direct Selling Women's Alliance)
Never, in the 100-year history of the direct selling industry has there been an Alliance that is dedicated solely to the needs of the independent direct seller. At last, it's here! Direct selling women from around the world now have a place to call their own... an Alliance designed with their success in mind.
The information DSWA provides members is offered in a spirit of sisterhood, aimed at uniting direct selling women toward a common vision of success for themselves, their teams, their companies and the industry.
Why Women?
Surveys conducted by the Direct Selling Association (DSA) revealed that approximately 87% of direct sellers are women, many of whom are mom's who want more flexible work schedules. Many of these women are now turning to the Internet as a convenient and reliable source of information and support while growing their businesses.
The DSWA addresses the needs of this powerful segment of the direct selling profession in an effort to strengthen the individual and therefore the industry. Through the DSWA website many issues are addresses that direct selling women face every day. Challenges such as juggling multiple roles, balancing career and family and developing the unique skills that will enhance their success are just a small part of the vision the DSWA holds.
While the DSWA efforts are focused on supporting women in the profession, the information offered is equally applicable to male direct sellers. The DSWA membership is open to all direct sellers regardless of gender, company affiliation, race or religion.
A Note To The Men
With 79.9% of the direct selling profession comprised of women, chances are you work with women every day as you build your organization. Nearly 20% of DSWA memberships are now comprised of men, you will be joining an elite group of forward thinking leaders who will be setting the pace for the profession's growth in the next decade.
Through your membership with DSWA, men can gain an understanding not only of the unique challenges that direct selling women face, but also the many strengths they can bring to your business.
Industry Facts:
According to the Direct Selling Association, there are nearly 14 million direct sellers in the United States and over 55 million worldwide doing an estimated 97 billion dollars in sales. 79.9% of all direct sellers are women.
The DSWA is dedicated solely to the success of all direct sellers who have helped shape this unique and empowering profession.
DSWA members receive numerous benefits which include: weekly educational conference calls, access to a wealth of educational archives, Principle Centered Coaching, managing money, archived TeleClasses, extensive list of articles written by experts on all aspects of your irect selling business.
I love the DSWA, I am a member too. I'm also taking their "ELITE Leadership Training" course which is absolutely amazing!
Here's a list of some of the privialeges membership include:
Art of Booking
Booking Games
Networking
Reducing Cancellations
Hostess Coaching
Team Coaching
A Profile of the Profession
DSWA Published Articles
Legal Issues
Contests & Challenges
Recognition
The Art of Motivation
Leadership
Business Management
Communication
Personality Profiles
Training
Beauty Basics
Creating Your Life
Fashion Focus
Time Management
To Your Health
Your Professional Image
Art of Selling
Closing Techniques
Customer Service
Increasing Sales
Seasonal Selling Ideas
Art of Sponsoring
Handling Objections
Interviewing Tips
Lead Generation
Training
Using Technology
Automating Your Business
E-mails & E-zines
Prospecting and Sponsoring
Domestic Diva
Involving Your Kids
Involving Your Partner
Living Your Values
Dollars & Sense
Record Keeping
Tax Talk
... and that's just some of the articles!
The education and training you'll receive from your DSWA membership will benefit you and your team significantly, like it has mine. You won't get training and information like this with your company or your upline (unless they are DSWA members).
And don't forget to take a look at the DSWA Store for a wealth of education books, audio's & DVD's for you and your team.
Monday, May 07, 2007
The Hole Story: Think the Ozone hole is on the mend?
It's gotten worse.
This article has nothing at all to do with essential oils. However, I thought I'd post it so that the word spreads even further, it's from Discover Magazine written by Stephen Ornes.
I think it's pretty important that we once again take a look around at what we have, what we do and see how we can make further changes in our lifestyles. For those inclined to do even more to lessen their impact on the environment I might suggest delving deeper into, how the things you do use and consume are made and where are they made. I'm thinking we need to be much more conscious of how the things were are using are manufactured and how far do they travel before they reach our homes.
I don't think we can count on companies and laws to do all the "Watch-Dog" work for us. A company may make a product that we might consider not terribly eco-friendly. Just because a product is expensive or cheap does not mean it's not a burden on the environment.
I for one have been not purchasing things, food included, that are not in alignment with what I personally consider to be eco-friendly. For milennia, man has been perfectly able to live without a lot of the stuff and processed foods we use today without a blink of an eye. Perhaps we need to be asking ourselves prior to each purchase, "is this item eco-friendly, in what ways will it benefit my life and is it worth consuming?"
Here's the article...
Hovering 10 miles above the South Pole is a sprawling patch of stratosphere with disturbingly low levels of radiation-absorbing ozone. The size of the hole (pictured in dark blue) wanes and waxes due to seasonal changes in temperature and shifting levels of ozone-depleting pollutants. In early October 2006, the Antarctic stratosphere was the coldest it has been since 1979, and the ozone hole loomed bigger than ever, spanning an area larger than North America. What's going on? Wasn't the 1987 United Nations Montreal Protocol—an international agreement that set limits on the emission of ozone-eating compounds like chlorofluorocarbons, or CFCs—supposed to shrink Earth's life-threatening atmospheric bald spot?
The ozone hole in November 2006 is as big as ever. The thinnest ozone is blue-violet and the thickest ozone is yellow-green.
The ozone hole was just a slight thinning in 1979.
Like the chemistry of global warming, the answer is not simple. Unlike global warming, however, everyone agrees on why ozone depletion is a threat, what causes it, and what to do about it. Without a protective layer of ozone, life would be exposed to DNA-damaging ultraviolet rays from the sun. Unfortunately, the three-oxygen atom of ozone is also highly reactive, and the conditions in the stratospheric clouds over the South Pole render it even more so. When the temperature there dips below –126 degrees Fahrenheit, ozone-destroying chemical reactions begin. Chlorine atoms (liberated by the breakdown of chlorine-containing products) convert ozone into molecular oxygen, which provides far less UV protection. A single chlorine atom can tear apart thousands of ozone molecules.
Climate studies in the 1970s and 1980s provided the first evidence that CFCs—found in items like hair spray, refrigerants, pesticides, plastics, and fire retardants—work their way into the stratosphere and unleash the chlorine atoms that initiate this destructive chain reaction. The Montreal Protocol and subsequent amendments have made a major dent in the problem by banning the use of most CFCs. "I think it's safe to say we're on the threshold of recovery," says Michelle Santee, an atmospheric scientist at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. But unlike pollutants that break down quickly, such as the sulfur compounds that cause acid rain, atmospheric chlorine can persist for more than 50 years. That helps explain why the ozone layer is still under attack, even though the amount of airborne chlorine is decreasing.
Still, why was this year's hole so huge? One possibility is that 2006 was simply colder than other years. Another possibility is that global warming could be contributing to the cold snap. Greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat down near the surface. The result: colder temperatures in the stratosphere.
Taking a long view, though, the news is good. In the last decade, global ozone levels have stabilized or increased only slightly. All the same, experts estimate that it will take 50 to 70 years for Antarctic ozone levels to get anywhere near pre-1980 levels. And that, of course, depends on continued control of the ozone eaters.
Source: Discover Magazine written by Stephen Ornes.
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Eating Right for ADD and ADHD
Many of you know by now that I am a committed Young Living Essential Oil fan, I just love superior quality. What you may not know is that in my quest for the absolute best quality animal products/foods I have discovered US Wellness Meats. I cannot tell you how fantastic the meats and "real" butter taste.
My household has been organic for the past 30 years and I've paid more and have gone out of my way for quality foods. Something disturbing began happening within the past 5-6 years though... I was noticing that the "organic" foods I was buying no longer tasted or looked different than the regular store bought stuff. I have discovered that the organic meat sold in natural food chain stores is virtually as bad as the regular. Yes, meats and other animal products can be labeled "organic" and be raised in feedlots and in small cages indoors, as well as be fed GM corn and soybeans. In my mind this is NOT acceptable!
US Wellness Meats has a newsletter which I subscribe to and I felt that a recent article was worth putting out there for readers. If you keep wondering "why" we are the sickest country in the world (and we are) you may want to consider one of the large culprits to be... your "food source." I personally feel that what has been and continues to go on with our food is an absolute disgrace and I disapprove of what is being put on the shelves for unknowing consumers to purchase.
For example: I've bought organic butter for the past 30 years. When I got my first shipment of butter in from US Wellness Meats I did a taste test. Very unscientific, I took a little taste of the butter that came from US Wellness grass-fed cows and a few minutes later a taste of a nationally known brand of organic butter (which does not come from cows that are grass-fed). I couldn't believe what I experienced right in my own mouth!
I kid you not, if I didn't know any better I would have sworn that someone had come into my house and sprayed chemical household cleaner on my nationally known organic butter. It was so bad in fact that I literally spit it out into the kitchen sink and gasped, "oh my god, this tastes like poison and I've been eating it for years!" That's how bad it tasted in my unscientific side-by-side taste test. I will never purchase any animal products again that are not grass-fed.
I believe we are not getting the good nutrition from our foods because the plants and animals we eat are not getting fed properly. It's simple, if a vitamin or mineral is not in the soil and/or in the plant that we or animals eat there is no way that vitamin or mineral is going to be a part of the foods we eat.
Cows are suppose to eat grasses. Their digestive system is designed to process grass, not corn or soybeans, and especially not Genetically Modified corn or soybeans. You just don't have to be a rocket-scientist to figure out that there is something gravely wrong with our food production.
I'd like to share this article from US Wellness Meats by Catherine Ebeling, RN...
ADD and ADHD are some of the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorders in school age children today. The symptoms of ADD/ADHD center primarily on areas such as: attention, impulsivity, overactivity, and restlessness.
This group of particular behaviors can cause problems in school, as these children often perform poorly academically, have other learning disabilities, and tend to have conduct problems, as well. They may be disruptive in the classroom, and have trouble sitting still and experience difficulties getting along with other classmates and teachers.
It used to be thought that ADD/ADHD children outgrew their hyperactivity and other behavior problems, but it is now known that 50-80% of these children continue on into adulthood with symptoms of ADD/ADHD. Adults are sometimes able to compensate with other positive behaviors to allow them to function better in the adult world, but behavior and learning patterns established in childhood can have long term adverse effects. As adults, ADD/ADHD can show up as difficulties establishing and maintaining relationships, low self-esteem, forgetfulness, marital problems, anger management and impulsivity, and poor listening skills to name just a few.
Treatment Options
Stimulant medications are commonly used for treatment of symptoms of ADHD. The most common are: Ritalin, Concerta , Adderall, and Dexedrine. These medications have many side effects that include:
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Stomach upset or nausea
• Weight Loss
• Problems Sleeping
The more serious side effects of these medications can be:
• Anxiety, nervousness and mood changes
• Chest pain, irregular or fast heartbeat
• Increased blood pressure
• Joint pain
• Skin rash
• Uncontrollable tics
• Fever
Changing one's diet and eliminating certain foods such as trans fatty acids, sugar and refined grain products may impact such a drastic change as to eliminate any need for medication. A nutritious diet for a child or adult may seem nearly impossible and not that important, but it is actually very critical. In order for it to process all the metabolic functions, one's body needs to synthesize, make and process and store more than 100,000 chemicals. It must manufacture these chemicals out of only a few different essential raw materials, which include essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, glucose, and amino acids. If your child consumes the standard American diet (SAD) of starchy refined grains, sugary foods, trans fatty acids, and refined, processed and preservative-laden products, the body is not able to perform the chemical conversions it must have to maintain normal body and brain function. Even a diet following the standard food pyramid is sadly lacking in essential nutrients necessary for proper function.
One of the most important nutrients is essential fatty acids. Deficiency in EFA's has been shown to be one of the hallmarks of ADD/ADHD. What are essential fatty acids? EFA's are a major component of cell function. Each cell in our body has a membrane to separate it and protect it. The membrane is composed of essential fatty acids. EFA's can only come from our food sources such as Grassland ground beef and beef patties. EFA's are of two different types: Omega 3's and Omega 6's. The body cannot make Omega 3 fats from an intake of predominantly Omega 6's and vice versa. Omega 3 fats in the body must come from Omega 3 fats in the diet and similarly Omega 6's come from Omega 6's in one's diet.
The Omega 3 group of fats start with Alpha linoleic acid, and include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexanoic acid (DHA). The Omega 6 group consists of linoleic acid, cis-linoleic acid, gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), dihomogammalinolenic acid (DGLA), and arachidonic acid (AA). (Stevens, Laura M.S., 12 Effective Ways to Help your ADD/ADHD Child, 2000). Essential fatty acids are critical for a couple of reasons. First the balance of omega 3's and omega 6's affects the properties in the cell membrane and the ability of molecules to enter and exit the cell. Omega 3's and 6's are also used by the body to manufacture prostaglandins. Prostaglandins help cells communicate with one another. Long-chain omega 6's and long chain Omega 3's are more concentrated in the brain and retina than in other cells. They play vital roles in brain and nerve function. They are also critical to proper functioning of the immune system.
Several years ago, studies were conducted on boys with ADHD and it was found that they had lower levels of critical EFA's in their blood than a control group of children with "normal" behavior. About 40% of the boys with ADHD reported many symptoms of EFA deficiency including: excessive thirst, frequent urination, visual disturbances, decreased learning abilities and abnormal behavior. The symptomatic boys showed lower levels of omega 3's and omega 6's. Low levels of Omega 6 EFAs contributed to higher incidents of illness (colds, flu, etc.), and deficits in Omega 3 EFAs contributed to problems with learning, behavior, sleep, and temper. These studies support the case for EFA supplementation as a part of the overall treatment approach to Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD ADHD.
Dietary sources of EFA's
In addition to the much publicized addition of wild caught salmon and other fatty fishes to one's diet, grass fed beef is a healthy and delicious alternative. Changing to grass fed, all natural, additive-free beef will increase Essential Fatty Acids in the diet. Kids love starting their day with grassfed beef bacon or beef sausage. And for a super charged snack, the beef pemmican cannot be beat when it comes to high concentrations of Omega 3's and Omega 6's. The whole family will love the delicious beef brisket, ribs, and stew beef. Everyone in the family benefits from this change. Not only do EFA's help with the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, but other family members benefit by enjoying a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, asthsma, arthritis, high blood pressure, and autoimmune disorders. EFA's also decrease inflammation.
Grass-finished beef such as the ribeye steaks is a great source for this essential nutrient. Research demonstrates that Omega 3 is great for individuals with heart disease, and other studies are showing that Omega 3 may also have an anti-carcinogenic effect. The source of Omega 3 is the green leaves of plants. When cattle eat their natural diet, beef becomes a great source of Omega 3. Grain is not a rich source of Omega 3, so standard, cattle-finishing practices cause the Omega 3 level to decrease dramatically. Our grass-finishing protocol produces a natural source for Omega 3, at U.S. Wellness Meats.
REDUCED FAT - Because U.S. Wellness Meats cattle are raised and finished in their natural environment, eating their natural diet, the meat is much leaner than the beef of standard, grain-finished livestock. Grass-fed beef has a much better fatty acid ration and less total fat than grain-fed animals! The myth is that cattle must be grain-fed to be tender and tasty, but we now know better. U.S. Wellness Meats is leaner, so you'll need to cook it at lower temperatures. Wait until you sink your teeth into the lean, clean flavor of U.S. Wellness Meats. You'll find that regular beef flavor has been replaced by a more robust beef flavor that you will love, AND as an added bonus, it's GREAT for you!
NATURAL, ADDITIVE-FREE BEEF - At U.S. Wellness Meats we eat what we sell! We are absolutely committed to the highest standards of food quality and safety. No pesticides or herbicides are used on the pastures where our cattle graze. No preservatives or additives are in our products. No growth implants, feed grade antibiotics or unnecessary antibiotics are given to the animals. Animals are only given antibiotics when necessitated for the treatment of illness. When this occurs the cattle must meet our required withdrawal time prior to processing, which is double that of the industry standard. Cattle graze on a managed rotation, which provides them with consistently fresh forage.
Make the change to all natural, high in EFA's organic beef, meats and poultry from U.S. Wellness. The positive benefits are noticeable and the change will be amazing!
Related articles:
Estrogen and Hormones: What we women need to know
The Future of Food
Aspartame: Ant Poison of Human Food Ingredient???
Hidden Sources of MSG in regular & organic foods
Do You Know What's in the Foods You're Eating?
The Truth About Non-Nutritive Sweeteners
If you would like to learn more here are two other terrific resources to obtain information that is not biased by some large comapny:
Dr. Mercola simply type in the search box the food or topic of interest.
Weston A. Price Foundation The Weston A. Price Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charity founded in 1999 to disseminate the research of nutrition pioneer Dr. Weston Price, whose studies of isolated nonindustrialized peoples established the parameters of human health and determined the optimum characteristics of human diets. Dr. Price's research demonstrated that humans achieve perfect physical form and perfect health generation after generation only when they consume nutrient-dense whole foods and the vital fat-soluble activators found exclusively in animal fats.
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My household has been organic for the past 30 years and I've paid more and have gone out of my way for quality foods. Something disturbing began happening within the past 5-6 years though... I was noticing that the "organic" foods I was buying no longer tasted or looked different than the regular store bought stuff. I have discovered that the organic meat sold in natural food chain stores is virtually as bad as the regular. Yes, meats and other animal products can be labeled "organic" and be raised in feedlots and in small cages indoors, as well as be fed GM corn and soybeans. In my mind this is NOT acceptable!
US Wellness Meats has a newsletter which I subscribe to and I felt that a recent article was worth putting out there for readers. If you keep wondering "why" we are the sickest country in the world (and we are) you may want to consider one of the large culprits to be... your "food source." I personally feel that what has been and continues to go on with our food is an absolute disgrace and I disapprove of what is being put on the shelves for unknowing consumers to purchase.
For example: I've bought organic butter for the past 30 years. When I got my first shipment of butter in from US Wellness Meats I did a taste test. Very unscientific, I took a little taste of the butter that came from US Wellness grass-fed cows and a few minutes later a taste of a nationally known brand of organic butter (which does not come from cows that are grass-fed). I couldn't believe what I experienced right in my own mouth!
I kid you not, if I didn't know any better I would have sworn that someone had come into my house and sprayed chemical household cleaner on my nationally known organic butter. It was so bad in fact that I literally spit it out into the kitchen sink and gasped, "oh my god, this tastes like poison and I've been eating it for years!" That's how bad it tasted in my unscientific side-by-side taste test. I will never purchase any animal products again that are not grass-fed.
I believe we are not getting the good nutrition from our foods because the plants and animals we eat are not getting fed properly. It's simple, if a vitamin or mineral is not in the soil and/or in the plant that we or animals eat there is no way that vitamin or mineral is going to be a part of the foods we eat.
Cows are suppose to eat grasses. Their digestive system is designed to process grass, not corn or soybeans, and especially not Genetically Modified corn or soybeans. You just don't have to be a rocket-scientist to figure out that there is something gravely wrong with our food production.
I'd like to share this article from US Wellness Meats by Catherine Ebeling, RN...
ADD and ADHD are some of the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorders in school age children today. The symptoms of ADD/ADHD center primarily on areas such as: attention, impulsivity, overactivity, and restlessness.
This group of particular behaviors can cause problems in school, as these children often perform poorly academically, have other learning disabilities, and tend to have conduct problems, as well. They may be disruptive in the classroom, and have trouble sitting still and experience difficulties getting along with other classmates and teachers.
It used to be thought that ADD/ADHD children outgrew their hyperactivity and other behavior problems, but it is now known that 50-80% of these children continue on into adulthood with symptoms of ADD/ADHD. Adults are sometimes able to compensate with other positive behaviors to allow them to function better in the adult world, but behavior and learning patterns established in childhood can have long term adverse effects. As adults, ADD/ADHD can show up as difficulties establishing and maintaining relationships, low self-esteem, forgetfulness, marital problems, anger management and impulsivity, and poor listening skills to name just a few.
Treatment Options
Stimulant medications are commonly used for treatment of symptoms of ADHD. The most common are: Ritalin, Concerta , Adderall, and Dexedrine. These medications have many side effects that include:
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Stomach upset or nausea
• Weight Loss
• Problems Sleeping
The more serious side effects of these medications can be:
• Anxiety, nervousness and mood changes
• Chest pain, irregular or fast heartbeat
• Increased blood pressure
• Joint pain
• Skin rash
• Uncontrollable tics
• Fever
Changing one's diet and eliminating certain foods such as trans fatty acids, sugar and refined grain products may impact such a drastic change as to eliminate any need for medication. A nutritious diet for a child or adult may seem nearly impossible and not that important, but it is actually very critical. In order for it to process all the metabolic functions, one's body needs to synthesize, make and process and store more than 100,000 chemicals. It must manufacture these chemicals out of only a few different essential raw materials, which include essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, glucose, and amino acids. If your child consumes the standard American diet (SAD) of starchy refined grains, sugary foods, trans fatty acids, and refined, processed and preservative-laden products, the body is not able to perform the chemical conversions it must have to maintain normal body and brain function. Even a diet following the standard food pyramid is sadly lacking in essential nutrients necessary for proper function.
One of the most important nutrients is essential fatty acids. Deficiency in EFA's has been shown to be one of the hallmarks of ADD/ADHD. What are essential fatty acids? EFA's are a major component of cell function. Each cell in our body has a membrane to separate it and protect it. The membrane is composed of essential fatty acids. EFA's can only come from our food sources such as Grassland ground beef and beef patties. EFA's are of two different types: Omega 3's and Omega 6's. The body cannot make Omega 3 fats from an intake of predominantly Omega 6's and vice versa. Omega 3 fats in the body must come from Omega 3 fats in the diet and similarly Omega 6's come from Omega 6's in one's diet.
The Omega 3 group of fats start with Alpha linoleic acid, and include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexanoic acid (DHA). The Omega 6 group consists of linoleic acid, cis-linoleic acid, gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), dihomogammalinolenic acid (DGLA), and arachidonic acid (AA). (Stevens, Laura M.S., 12 Effective Ways to Help your ADD/ADHD Child, 2000). Essential fatty acids are critical for a couple of reasons. First the balance of omega 3's and omega 6's affects the properties in the cell membrane and the ability of molecules to enter and exit the cell. Omega 3's and 6's are also used by the body to manufacture prostaglandins. Prostaglandins help cells communicate with one another. Long-chain omega 6's and long chain Omega 3's are more concentrated in the brain and retina than in other cells. They play vital roles in brain and nerve function. They are also critical to proper functioning of the immune system.
Several years ago, studies were conducted on boys with ADHD and it was found that they had lower levels of critical EFA's in their blood than a control group of children with "normal" behavior. About 40% of the boys with ADHD reported many symptoms of EFA deficiency including: excessive thirst, frequent urination, visual disturbances, decreased learning abilities and abnormal behavior. The symptomatic boys showed lower levels of omega 3's and omega 6's. Low levels of Omega 6 EFAs contributed to higher incidents of illness (colds, flu, etc.), and deficits in Omega 3 EFAs contributed to problems with learning, behavior, sleep, and temper. These studies support the case for EFA supplementation as a part of the overall treatment approach to Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD ADHD.
Dietary sources of EFA's
In addition to the much publicized addition of wild caught salmon and other fatty fishes to one's diet, grass fed beef is a healthy and delicious alternative. Changing to grass fed, all natural, additive-free beef will increase Essential Fatty Acids in the diet. Kids love starting their day with grassfed beef bacon or beef sausage. And for a super charged snack, the beef pemmican cannot be beat when it comes to high concentrations of Omega 3's and Omega 6's. The whole family will love the delicious beef brisket, ribs, and stew beef. Everyone in the family benefits from this change. Not only do EFA's help with the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, but other family members benefit by enjoying a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, asthsma, arthritis, high blood pressure, and autoimmune disorders. EFA's also decrease inflammation.
Grass-finished beef such as the ribeye steaks is a great source for this essential nutrient. Research demonstrates that Omega 3 is great for individuals with heart disease, and other studies are showing that Omega 3 may also have an anti-carcinogenic effect. The source of Omega 3 is the green leaves of plants. When cattle eat their natural diet, beef becomes a great source of Omega 3. Grain is not a rich source of Omega 3, so standard, cattle-finishing practices cause the Omega 3 level to decrease dramatically. Our grass-finishing protocol produces a natural source for Omega 3, at U.S. Wellness Meats.
REDUCED FAT - Because U.S. Wellness Meats cattle are raised and finished in their natural environment, eating their natural diet, the meat is much leaner than the beef of standard, grain-finished livestock. Grass-fed beef has a much better fatty acid ration and less total fat than grain-fed animals! The myth is that cattle must be grain-fed to be tender and tasty, but we now know better. U.S. Wellness Meats is leaner, so you'll need to cook it at lower temperatures. Wait until you sink your teeth into the lean, clean flavor of U.S. Wellness Meats. You'll find that regular beef flavor has been replaced by a more robust beef flavor that you will love, AND as an added bonus, it's GREAT for you!
NATURAL, ADDITIVE-FREE BEEF - At U.S. Wellness Meats we eat what we sell! We are absolutely committed to the highest standards of food quality and safety. No pesticides or herbicides are used on the pastures where our cattle graze. No preservatives or additives are in our products. No growth implants, feed grade antibiotics or unnecessary antibiotics are given to the animals. Animals are only given antibiotics when necessitated for the treatment of illness. When this occurs the cattle must meet our required withdrawal time prior to processing, which is double that of the industry standard. Cattle graze on a managed rotation, which provides them with consistently fresh forage.
Make the change to all natural, high in EFA's organic beef, meats and poultry from U.S. Wellness. The positive benefits are noticeable and the change will be amazing!
Related articles:
Estrogen and Hormones: What we women need to know
The Future of Food
Aspartame: Ant Poison of Human Food Ingredient???
Hidden Sources of MSG in regular & organic foods
Do You Know What's in the Foods You're Eating?
The Truth About Non-Nutritive Sweeteners
If you would like to learn more here are two other terrific resources to obtain information that is not biased by some large comapny:
Dr. Mercola simply type in the search box the food or topic of interest.
Weston A. Price Foundation The Weston A. Price Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charity founded in 1999 to disseminate the research of nutrition pioneer Dr. Weston Price, whose studies of isolated nonindustrialized peoples established the parameters of human health and determined the optimum characteristics of human diets. Dr. Price's research demonstrated that humans achieve perfect physical form and perfect health generation after generation only when they consume nutrient-dense whole foods and the vital fat-soluble activators found exclusively in animal fats.
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