I have to talk about thieves today because it has just saved the boys butts. The little men were starting to come down with a cold. Now, when the little China men get a cold, it is rough and it lasts forever. I whipped out my handy dandy bottle of thieves, put it on the bottoms of their feet, (all six of them) and rubbed peppermint mixed with organic coconut oil on their chests (to combat the stuffy noses). Two days into it, and I would label this cold "mild." I have to add, they are getting a touch of lavender during nap as well.
Thieves is awesome. It is so awesome, Young Living has an entire "Thieves" line that includes hand sanitizer, cleaning products, toothpaste and more. It is an amazing blend. It is antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-infectous. And it comes with a super cool story:
A group of the 15th century spice merchants were robbing the bodies of the dead and dying during the plague. They had rubbed themselves down with this blend of oils that protected them, and they escaped the plague. When apprehended, the thieves were told, if they would disclose their recipe, they would receive a more lenient punishment. Obviously, they agreed! And "Thieves" was born!
It smells awesome. When diffused into the air, it has proven in a study to kill airborne micro-organisms. You can use it to kill staph infection and warts...and it is an awesome stain zapper! I got black frosting on my taupe sweater. I left it laying for days, wondering what I was going to do about it. A light came on, and I dropped a few drops of this oil on the stain and let is sit. The next day, I ran some cold water and it disappeared before my eyes. I have also heard it can take lipstick out of fabric. Awesomeness.
The oils in this blend are: Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus and Rosemary
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Frankincense
Frankincense is my favorite. Frankincense was the oil given to baby Jesus when he was born. It is considered the "holy anointing oil." It should not surprise us this oil is extremely healing, in many ways. Frankincense is widely known for it's spiritual uses. It has been used to enhance prayer time, worship time, and in religious ceremonies. It is referred to numerous times in the bible. Frankincense was known to treat "every conceivable ill known to man." It was valued more than gold in ancient times. Only the rich possessed it.
It is an antitumoral, immunostimulant, antidepressant, and muscle relaxer.
It is used to treat cancer, depression, respiratory infections, inflammation and immune stimulating. You can inhale it, diffuse it, put in a capsule and use as a dietary supplement, or simply put it directly on your skin. (It is great on wrinkles and used in many skin care products, including Young Living's, ART).
When you diffuse it into the air, it can improve spiritual awareness, and lift your spirits. Why? Frankincense contains sesquiterpenes, which stimulate the limbic system of the brain (the center of memory and emotions) and the hypothalamus, pineal, and pituitary glands.
The hypothalamus is the master gland of the human body, producing many vital hormones including thyroid and growth hormone.
Now, there is Frankincense, and there is Sacred Frankincense. And yes, they are different. Sacred Frankincense will be explained in the next post.
Frankincense is also known as "olibanum."
It is an antitumoral, immunostimulant, antidepressant, and muscle relaxer.
It is used to treat cancer, depression, respiratory infections, inflammation and immune stimulating. You can inhale it, diffuse it, put in a capsule and use as a dietary supplement, or simply put it directly on your skin. (It is great on wrinkles and used in many skin care products, including Young Living's, ART).
When you diffuse it into the air, it can improve spiritual awareness, and lift your spirits. Why? Frankincense contains sesquiterpenes, which stimulate the limbic system of the brain (the center of memory and emotions) and the hypothalamus, pineal, and pituitary glands.
The hypothalamus is the master gland of the human body, producing many vital hormones including thyroid and growth hormone.
Now, there is Frankincense, and there is Sacred Frankincense. And yes, they are different. Sacred Frankincense will be explained in the next post.
Frankincense is also known as "olibanum."
Lemon
Besides the fact it smells nice, lemon is wonderful. It is an antitumoral, antiseptic, improves microcirculation, and an immune stimulant (increases white blood cells) improves memory, and relaxation. It also has the ability to combat tumor growth. It is used for circulatory problems, arteriosclerosis, obesity, parasites, urinary tract infections, varicose veins, anxiety, hypertension, digestion, and acne.
Young Living's lemon oil can be added to a glass of water or tea and it can substitute in a recipe calling for lemon zest. In a study of college students lemon proved to improve memory. Students that studied in a room where lemon was being diffused, and then inhaled the oil again before the test the following day had much higher test scores, 50% higher as a matter of fact.
Lemon is also great for the skin. It kills acne and bacteria causing acne. It is a great facial cleanser and has been used in skin care lines to combat wrinkles. In a study in 1995, lemon was shown to have antidepressant effects. Lemon will be a great oil to diffuse into the home.
You can inhale, diffuse, and take as a dietary supplement.
Although, if you are going to be in the sun, best not to put on areas that will be exposed to the sun.
Young Living's lemon oil can be added to a glass of water or tea and it can substitute in a recipe calling for lemon zest. In a study of college students lemon proved to improve memory. Students that studied in a room where lemon was being diffused, and then inhaled the oil again before the test the following day had much higher test scores, 50% higher as a matter of fact.
Lemon is also great for the skin. It kills acne and bacteria causing acne. It is a great facial cleanser and has been used in skin care lines to combat wrinkles. In a study in 1995, lemon was shown to have antidepressant effects. Lemon will be a great oil to diffuse into the home.
You can inhale, diffuse, and take as a dietary supplement.
Although, if you are going to be in the sun, best not to put on areas that will be exposed to the sun.
Lavender
Love my lavender! Also known as the "swiss army knife" of oils. It has a TON of uses.
It is an antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic, antitumoral, anticonvulsant, vasodilating, relaxant, anti-inflammatory. It also reduces cholesterol and combats excessive sebum on the skin.
It is used for respiratory infections, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, PMS, hair loss, insomnia and nervous tension. Lavender also is great for the skin. You can apply it to acne, eczema, psoriasis, scarring and stretch marks. It is very effective on burns. (I know people that keep in by the stove.)
You can apply lavender directly to the skin or you can mix it with a carrier oil and apply. You can diffuse it, inhale it, and take it as a dietary supplement inside capsules.
We love to use it mixed with coconut oil and rubbed on a sunburn. It does some major work on my little guys dry rosy cheeks as well. You can also mix it with a carrier oil and rub right along the area you get menstrual cramps. I'm not telling how I know this but...if you have been crying and you place it under your eyes and along your forehead, it helps to "cover" the evidence. ;-)
When in doubt~bust it out!
It is an antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic, antitumoral, anticonvulsant, vasodilating, relaxant, anti-inflammatory. It also reduces cholesterol and combats excessive sebum on the skin.
It is used for respiratory infections, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, PMS, hair loss, insomnia and nervous tension. Lavender also is great for the skin. You can apply it to acne, eczema, psoriasis, scarring and stretch marks. It is very effective on burns. (I know people that keep in by the stove.)
You can apply lavender directly to the skin or you can mix it with a carrier oil and apply. You can diffuse it, inhale it, and take it as a dietary supplement inside capsules.
We love to use it mixed with coconut oil and rubbed on a sunburn. It does some major work on my little guys dry rosy cheeks as well. You can also mix it with a carrier oil and rub right along the area you get menstrual cramps. I'm not telling how I know this but...if you have been crying and you place it under your eyes and along your forehead, it helps to "cover" the evidence. ;-)
When in doubt~bust it out!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Peppermint
Peppermint is an anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic (worms), antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, gallbladder/digestive stimulant, pain reliever, and appetite controller.
Peppermint is very strong and invigorating. If you are stuffy, put a couple drops in your hands, rub them together and then close your eyes, cup your nose and inhale! You will immediately be clear and more awake. It is simply wonderful.
Beat the summer heat! Rub a few drops of peppermint in your hands and then apply to the back of your neck. You can even make a little mixture of peppermint and water in bottle and spritz on yourself to cool down.
Your child has a fever? Apply some peppermint to the bottoms of their feet and the back of their neck. It can be "hot" especially for kids, so you may want to mix it with a carrier oil, such as organic olive oil, v-6 oil, or coconut oil. Massage them with it. It will bring the fever down quicker than tylenol could have!
Need to shed a few pounds? Drop some peppermint in a glass of water before you eat...you will feel full much faster.
Peppermint is scientifically proven to increase mental accuracy by 28%!
And here is my favorite: peppermint is very effective when mixed with a carrier oil and rubbed on your forehead and temples to rid your head ache. You can also inhale it to rid yourself of nausea. I have heard of women using it to completely overcome morning sickness during pregnancy.
Oh and last but not least~make yourself a nice little rub to massage into sore muscles.
So ya see~ peppermint rocks!
Peppermint is very strong and invigorating. If you are stuffy, put a couple drops in your hands, rub them together and then close your eyes, cup your nose and inhale! You will immediately be clear and more awake. It is simply wonderful.
Beat the summer heat! Rub a few drops of peppermint in your hands and then apply to the back of your neck. You can even make a little mixture of peppermint and water in bottle and spritz on yourself to cool down.
Your child has a fever? Apply some peppermint to the bottoms of their feet and the back of their neck. It can be "hot" especially for kids, so you may want to mix it with a carrier oil, such as organic olive oil, v-6 oil, or coconut oil. Massage them with it. It will bring the fever down quicker than tylenol could have!
Need to shed a few pounds? Drop some peppermint in a glass of water before you eat...you will feel full much faster.
Peppermint is scientifically proven to increase mental accuracy by 28%!
And here is my favorite: peppermint is very effective when mixed with a carrier oil and rubbed on your forehead and temples to rid your head ache. You can also inhale it to rid yourself of nausea. I have heard of women using it to completely overcome morning sickness during pregnancy.
Oh and last but not least~make yourself a nice little rub to massage into sore muscles.
So ya see~ peppermint rocks!
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