Showing posts with label doTERRA Essential oils. Show all posts
Showing posts with label doTERRA Essential oils. Show all posts

Monday, June 13, 2011

Pamper Yourself : )

I don't just use essential oils for alternative meds.  Have some fun with them also!
 
Favorite Scent Sea Salt Body Scrub

3 cups fine sea salt
3/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup sweet almond oil
...your choice of your favorite essential oils
Mix ingredients together then store in a sealed glass jar. Use to exfoliate and scrub body after showering.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Balance! One of my favorites for everyday : )

This blend does what it says - balances you!  Brings a feeling of calmness, peace, and relaxation.  It can aid in harmonizing the various physiological systems of the body and promote tranquility and a sence of balance. 

It helps balance the mind and the body.

Systems affected - helps in dealing with various problems related to muscles and bones, skin, the nervous system, and emotional balance.

Oils contained in this blend:
Spruce
Rosewood
Blue Tansy
Frankincense

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Family Physician Kit - for proactive family health

LAVENDER - For calming and stress reduction.  Comes from the high altitudes of France. 
*It relieves stress, anxiety ans insomnia - diffuse (mist or dispense into the air and inhale; massage on the skin.
*Takes the pain away from bee stings, cuts and scrapes - apply on the location of the pain
*Soothing to skin irritations and burns - apply on the location of the pain

LEMON - For cleansing and Mood Elevation.  From Italy
*Natural antioxidant and detoxifier - put a few drops in drinking water (My Favorite)
*Natural cleansing agent - apply on location
*Elevates your mood - diffuse and inhale

PEPPERMINT - For indigestion and cooling. Comes from Washington.
*Relieves headaches - apply to the temples, forehead, and/or back of the neck
*Calming to upset stomach - Take in a capsule, or apply on the stomach topically
*Helps increase energy - diffuse and inhale (On mornings I'm tired and just can't get going I drop 2 drops on my palm rub both hands together, cup my hands over my nose and inhale.  And I'm off to accomplish the things I need to)
*Cooling - Mist on Body, or apply on forehead (for a fever); diffuse and inhale

MELALEUCA - For soothing and healing skin. Comes from Australia.
*Can be used as first aid ointment - apply on location
*Use for skin irritations like athlete's foot - apply on location
*Beneficial for hair and scalp - add to shampoo or conditioner

OREGANO - For immune system support. Comes from Turkey.
*Naturally supports the immune system - take several drops in a capsules for periodic immune system boosts
*works as a natural defense - apply to bottoms of feet

FRANKINCENSE - For inflammation and more. Comes from Oman.
*Helps reduce inflammation - apply on location; take in a capsule
*Help relieve headaches - apply with PEPPERMINT and LAVENDER
*Supports immune function - massage on feet; take in a capsule
*Use FRANKINCENSE when in doubt and you just don't know what to use


DEEP BLUE - For muscle and joint health. This is a blend of: WINTERGREEN, CAMPHOR,PEPPERMINT, BLUE TANSY, BLUE CAMOMILE, HELICHRYSUM, and OSMANTHUS
*Help relieve muscle and joint pain - apply on location
*Contains BLUE TANSY and HELICHRYSUM, which support long-term muscle, joint, and bone healing
*Use before and after working out - apply to sore muscles and joints
**This is NOT an oil to take internally**


BREATHE - For respiratory support. This is a blend of: LAUREL LEAF, PEPPERMINT, EUCALYPTUS, MELALEUCA, LEMON, and RAVENSARA
*Relaxes the body and mind - diffuse at bedtime for a more restful sleep
*Use during allergy season - apply to the chest area to help clear the lungs and sinuses of congestion
*Ideal for those with asthma - diffuse and inhale; apply to the chest, sinuses, and feet

DIGESTZEN - For natural digestive support. This is a blend of: GINGER, PEPPERMINT, TARRAGON, FENNEL, CARAWAY, CORIANDER, and ANISE
*Relives digestive discomforts such as food poisoning, acid reflux, nausea, constipation, or diarrhea - apply on the stomach area; take in a capsule
*Help support the digestive function - apply on the stomach area, bottoms of the feet; or take in a capsule

ON GUARD - For natural immune defense. This is a blend of: WILD ORANGE, CLOVE, CINNAMON, EUCALYPTUS, and ROSEMARY
*Stops the growth of viruses and bacteria - diffuse; apply on location
*Contains oils shown to inhibit MRSA (an antibiotic - resistant staph infection)
*Helps kill airborne pathogens - diffuse in the air
*Helps knock out colds and sore throats - swallow one drop (alone or with water), or take in a capsule

This really is just the beginning to what these oils can do - for instance a capsule with Lavender, Lemon, and Peppermint would be a great combination to help relieve allergy symptoms.  I drink Lemon in my water and my hair and nails are suddenly growing stronger and faster.  There are tons of amazing ways you can keep you family healthy with these oils and they come in a kit together.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Fybromyalgia help by using Essential Oils

This one is by James Bybee:

Fybromyalgia is one of many that are ultimately traced back to poor nutrition and inflammation ie. candida being a major culprit. If you can correct the nutrition, reduce stress and control the candida the problem should correct over time. There is no overnight fix but changes should occur with in 90 days. It may take 12 months to feel like a new person.
I recommend lots of whole fresh foods and as much organic low fat (ie. greens not avocados) raw foods as possible.
Life Long Wellness pack
GX and PB assist monthly
Daily use of oils like Lavender (or other calming oils) and citrus oils such as grapefruit in a capsule or under the tongue.
And of course last but not least some form of aerobic exercise as simple as walking or stationary rowing, biking and walking machines.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Menopause Help - Experiences and Testimonials of real people with real relief

These are oils/vitamins used for the relief of menopause:

The LLW is the Life Long Wellness vitamins.  The vitamins are a great start because they help regulate the body themselves. It seems that they help improve the body no matter what your personal ailment is.  My husband saw his blood pressure lower, another saw improvement in fibromyalgia, and as you read the testimonials below you’ll see they saw improvement with menopause just on the vitamins.   But to get complete relief they also incorporated a few oils.

Bergamot – Historically has been used to cool and relieve fevers.  It helps with emotional balance. It is an uplifting and refreshing oil.

Roman Chamomile – historically used for a clear mind and to empower with courage.  It was nicknamed the plant physician because it cured any ailing plant near it. It has calming and relaxing properties.

Clary Sage – Historically has been used for female complaints – everything PMS/cramps/menopause, also kidney, digestive, and skin disorders.  It affects the hormonal system. 

Frankincense – The father of all oils – this oil had a huge list of things it helps with from allergies to seizures to cancer and everything in between.  One wonderful thing that it also does is it helps enhance all other oils you are using.  My family all uses this daily as a cancer preventative.  My daughter Kaylee has vitiligo and because her skin doesn’t have the pigment it needs to protect her from the suns rays like the rest of us do I protect her and all of us with frankincense. Of course we use sunscreen also.

Balance – is an oil blend it bring balance into your life.  No matter what you are dealing with.  I use this one daily personally. This blend brings the feeling of calmness, peace, and relaxation.  It can aid in harmonizing the various physiological systems of the body and promote tranquility and a sense of balance.

Whisper – This is considered the Woman’s Blend – the oils in this blend are for emotional balance, and it contains many uplifting oils.

GX  -or GX Assist – is the detox system we have.  We put so many toxins into our bodies each day and the more I study these oils the more I learn that the ailments we have are made worse or their effect on us is made worse by these toxins.  I suggest to everyone, that by detoxing, it could help lessen the symptoms and help improve our own immune to fight back.

PX – or PX Assist – is the follow up to the detox.  It returns the good stuff to our bodies.

Peppermint – historical uses are female issues, fevers, headache and nausea.  This one has a cooling effect.  My husband uses one drop in the mornings in hot chocolate.  He thinks it’s funny that the peppermint hits his throat and briefly cools it, then the hot chocolate warms it – crazy boy I say : )

Serenity – Relaxing blend – helps calm and soothe feelings of stress, excitement and anxiety in order to help the body maintain its natural state of health. – My mother stole this oil from me, she’s a school teacher about 3 years from retirement and well the kids these days are not what they used to be 20 years ago when she started teaching.  It helps her get through her day and it helps her get the rest she needs each night to get up and keep going.

Vetiver – this oils aids in emotional balance, improving hormonal and nervous systems.
Experiences and Testimonials of others who have seen a relief in their lives.

I underlined the products/oils suggested to make things clearer.
Stephanie - I would just like to share my experience with the LLW and oils for Menopause. Before the oils, my life was miserable. I was the one in the office with a desk fan on all day and my co-workers were wearing sweatshirts. I was the one that had the AC in the car blowing the coldest air I could get and freezing my kids! I was the one at Church that had to sit under the AC unit. I was the one that, when vacationing in Utah in December, could go outside without a coat. I was the person with a perpetual red face due to 4-5, or more, hot flashes a day. Let me tell you, NOT FUN!

Well, all this is in the past!! I still like the AC unit on, but no one complains that it's too cold! It all started in February when my friend, introduced me to doTERRA essential oils. I listened to the two Dr. Hill webinars on hormones and menopause. I read and paid attention to what works for others. I started on the LLW and within a short period of time, my hot flashes were reduced by 90%! Instead of 4-5 hot flashes a day, I got maybe 1-2 a week. The next step was ordering bergamot, Roman chamomile and clary sage and using these along with frankincense. I received these oils around the first of June. I have been applying these oils as recommended every day. Now my hot flashes have gone from 4-5 times per day, to 0! Let me repeat myself - 0, zero, nada!!

I can't begin to tell you how my life has changed. I tried explaining this to my doctor and he said it was because of my age that the hot flashes have diminished. HA! I don't believe a word of it. I highly doubt that my hot flashes would change from that many per day to nothing in less than a month. I'm just not that lucky!! So this is one of my many stories. I hope if you have a mother, sister, girl friend, aunt, grandma or another female that you know, suffering with these symptoms, please tell them to start on the LLW and see how that works. They can always add the oils if they need them.

Brooke – I have a question from a friend. She suffers from severe hot-flashes to the point her flesh feels like it is burning. She sweats profusely during the night, and is really struggling with this. She is starting the LLW, but are there any other suggestions. I tried to watch the presentation of Dr. Hill's (the Hormone Webinar #1), but the presentation cuts out less than half-way through and I didn't get to hear very much. Any thoughts are appreciated!

Sue - The oils I use to help are Balance, Whisper and frankincense along with doing the AromaTouch Technique. I would recommend the advise in Dr Hill's Hormonal talk. She sounds like she is on the right track starting on the LLW. I would suggest the GX and PX program as well. Get her to do a saliva test to see where her Progesterone level is at. I bet is super low. Which means her estrogen will be high. If she is having hot flashes she is probably having other symptoms as well. From anxiety, bloating, mood swings, depression, and sugar cravings. All covered in Dr Hill's talk.

Ellen - This is what has helped me tremendously-- In the morning I put Balance and peppermint on my neck/shoulder area and clary sage on my forearms. Before bed, I put clary sage on both my ankles. It took about 1-2 weeks before I noticed that it was actually helping. But, now I'm sold on it. It has helped me sooo much and I would recommend anyone try it.

Brooke - Thanks! Keep up the info! I also heard from someone that she had a lady that put a drop of Whisper behind each of her ears 20 minutes before bed and it took care of the night sweats....just a thought!

Briana - I have a friend of a friend who is having an extremely hard time sleeping for longer than 4 hours in a night. She is going through menopause, and is on the hormone pills, but those aren't working. My first instincts are Whisper, and Serenity. And possibly the LLW supplements. Any tips, hints, personal experiences?

Dian - Serenity helps bring about a restful sleep (rub on the bottom of feet about 30-45 minutes before sleep), Whisper helps to regulate hormones (put on ear lobes), clary sage helps regulate hormones (put on outside ankle bones and rub around the front of the leg to the inside ankle bone), peppermint helps calm hot flashes (power surges) (rub on the back of the neck) and the LLW helps to keep our bodies nourished. She needs to cut out any sugar foods and caffeine as well.

Kathy - Vetiver helps me sleep better too - I have problems waking during the night.

Some other good to know stuff would be:

doTERRA oils are safe to take internally (except a very few that say to not).  I would not ever suggest to take any other essential oil internally, because so many add fillers.  While those fillers help keep the cost down, it also makes them ineffective and not safe for internal use.  Just a note here – many medicines have fillers also, and most of the side effects that people experience come from these fillers.  Another reason I like these oils.

doTERRA is a company that offers a discount to preferred customers, or you can get the wholesale price by joining and becoming a IPC.  You do not have to sale the oils if you become an IPC there are no requirements to buy or use a certain amount.  But the option is there if you wish to.  Most of my customers do just that.  But it is all up to you and what you wish to do.  If your not interested in either discount you can oder straight from my website listed below.

I love doTERRA oils.  I’ve always been a fan of alternative medicine and studied everything from dried herbs and all sorts of other home remedies.  doTERRA blew me away.  I had a headache disappear in moments using the oil blend past tense, another oil my Mother stole from me – and I gladly gave it to her.  She gets cramps in her right leg at night and so she keeps this one by her bedside.

I hope that you will give these a try.  I enjoy knowing I have control of my family’s health.  I have 2 kids with juvenile diabetes (which should mean they have weak immune systems) but we haven’t had anything more than a sniffle or two in several years!

Monday, March 7, 2011

Why Essential Oils? Why doTERRA?

Essential oils are like mother natures medicine cabinet.  They are 70x more powerful than herbal medicines (dried herbs).  For example one drop of peppermint is as powerful as 28 cups of peppermint tea.  If you have an upset tummy and you are using peppermint for relief, one drop is easier to stomach than 28 cups.

Hundreds of ailment can be remidied with essential oils - right from home with no doctor visit.  Everything from colds to weight, anxiety to morning sickness.  Many oils have multiple uses!

The other day I got a steam burn while cooking I used Lavender and it took the pain away.  And today I had a painful hangnail that was turning red with infection again a drop of Lavender took the pain away and it's not red like it was this morning.  I know a family who uses Serenity to calm ADHD and another who uses Serenity for stress and anxiety. I know a family that uses clove and lemongrass to not only stop taking thyroid medicine for hypothyroidism but has tested in the normal range after stopping the meds and just using the oils. I know of a family who had a young girl having 6-8 seizures a day that no modern medicine was helping - they started her on Frankincense and the seizures have lessened to 1 or a week.  The stories are endless. 

Why do I trust doTERRA Essential Oils?

http://www.viddler.com/explore/andygoddard/videos/1/

Check out the video, it will tell you better than I can why I trust them.

 And why I will gladly give up most of our doctors visits for peace of mind.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Breathe - does exactly what it says; good for those who suffer from Asthma Attacks

I rub breathe on the bottom of my kids or my husbands feet at night to help improve their breathing.  Especially when a head cold is coming on.  It helps them breathe through the night and clears the stuffiness.  As an added benefit the nights my husband uses it he doesn't snore.  His snoring wasn't load and obnoxious, but at times I would have to ask him to roll over.  I no longer have to do this.

Asthma Attacks, triggered by any number of things, also see an improvement when using Breathe.  Rub Breathe on your hands put it under the nose and inhale as best as you can.  You can also diffuse it into the air.  Also rub it on the chest, throat, or back for relief.

Oils contained in this blend:

Laurel Leaf (Bay)- Helps with asthma, bronchitis, and viral infections.

Peppermint - This oil is antiseptic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory. It is soothing, cooling, and dilating to the system.

Eucalyptus - may have a profound antiviral effect upon the respiratory system.  It may also help reduce inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane.

Melaleuca - has expectorant properties, it may also help with bronchitis, coughs, and inflamation.

Lemon - promotes health, healing, physical energy, and purification.  It's great for the respiratory system.

Ravensara - is a powerful antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-infectious oil. It may help dilate, open, and strengthen the respiratory system.  As a cross between clove and nutmeg, it may also help support the adrenal glands.



This blend is perfect for diffusing during the night for a restful sleep.

To open the sinuses, or for the flu, colds, or pneumonia - run hot steaming water into the sink, put in a few drops of breathe and wintergreen, put a towel over your head and inhale deeply.

*as per the book 'Modern Essentials'

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Serenity - the oil for Anxiety, Stress, Tension and ADHD

Serenity is a calming blend - soothes feelings of stress, excitement, and anxiety and helps bring the body to its natural state of health.

Oils contained in this blend are:

Lavender - calming and sedative properties. It also helps lift feelings of depression and anxiety.
 *note - those that know me well know that I'm not one to nap.  I have to be at my wits end a walking Zombie to be able to lay down and actually nap - otherwise I lay there thinking of all things I should be up doing.  The other day I was chilled to the bone and no amount of layers was helping so I thought I'd take a bath and put 3 drops of lavender in the water.  I love the smell of lavender and didn't really think about the properties it had.  When I got out I cleaned up my room and then sat on my bed to work on a chapter of a book.  I didn't get to far before I realized I was tired, my schedule this month is on the hectic side - and 2 hours later I woke up refreshed and ready to hit the day again.
Sweet Marjoram - helps to relax, calm and promote peace.
Roman Chamomile - is calming and relaxing. Helps relieve muscle tension as well as calm nerves and sooth emotions
Ylang Ylang - calming sedative properties. It brings back the feeling of self-love, confidence, joy and peace.
Sandalwood - is calming and also a sedative. It helps balance and harmonize the emotions and may help ease nervous tension.
Vanilla Bean Extract - is calming and eases tension.

The wonderful thing about doTERRA Essential Oils is that you use 1 or 2 drops.  Such a small amount goes far in helping promote health and wellbeing.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

What is an Essential Oil? How is it Used?

Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant. If you have ever enjoyed the gift of a rose, a walk by a field of lavender, or the smell of freshly cut mint, you have experienced the aromatic qualities of essential oils. Essential oils can lift the mood, calm the senses, and
elicit powerful emotional responses. Yet the use of essential oils goes well beyond their fragrant appeal.
Essential oils have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. Modern trends towards more holistic approaches to self care and growing scientific validation of alternative health practices are driving a rediscovery of the profound health benefits of essential oils. Many have powerful cleansing properties and are naturally antimicrobial. Their unique chemical structure allows them to pass directly through the skin for immediate systemic response to topical application. And certain oils may be used as dietary aids to promote vitality and wellbeing.

How is it used?

Essential oils are used for a very wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used singly or in complex blends depending on user experience and desired benefit. Essential oils are usually administered by one of three methods: diffused aromatically, applied topically to the skin, or taken internally as dietary supplements. Using essential oils can be both profoundly simple and life changing at the same time. Working with someone who has used essential oils before will help first-time users have a more beneficial and enjoyable experience. Essential oils are naturally safe and have few, if any, undesirable side effects when used as directed. They are, however, powerfully
concentrated and should be used with care. Be sure to use only 100% pure therapeutic-grade essential oils and follow all label warnings and instructions. Essential oils should never be used in the eyes or inside the ear canal. If redness or irritation occurs when using essential oils topically, simply apply a
vegetable oil such as fractionated coconut oil to the affected area—water will not dilute essential oils. Consult your physician before using essential oils if you are pregnant or under a doctor’s care.


*as per the doTERRA Product Guide*

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Oregano Oil and Parvo

I have an interesting story though about oregano oil. Several years ago we had a very much loved black lab puppy, he got parvo. Parvo is the worse thing that can happen to to a puppy, it means death to most who get it I've heard. Many times even getting the dog to a vet is not enough, and many times the dog is not the same if he pulls through. There is not medicine for Parvo, even a vet can only pull a dog through by keeping them hydrated. We were poor and I knew we could not afford the bill, for something that wasn't a guarantee. So I went the herbal route and went in search of what I knew to be a 'super herb' oregano. It was interesting that the store I chose to go to had it on sale sitting on the counter, like it was waiting just for me. I went home and along with some other things for food can't remember what I actually used but it was something like oatmeal (baby food consistency) I forced the oil, the food, and liquids, down his throat every 4 hours in a big syringe, for a week, until he showed signs of improving, and was eating and drinking on his own. He dropped 25 LBS, was skin an bones. And every morning I would wake up expecting him to be gone. He wasn't, although it took a month to really want to play again. He pulled through, and became as strong and healthy as ever.

This happened years ago before my doTERRA oil days.  But I knew that by using the oil I was giving it my best shot.  I wish I had pursued Essential oils more after that experience.  However I've always known they work.  The help you find balance in your life, they help keep you and your family healthier.