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Warning Labels on Toothpaste and Mouthwash: facts and myths

March 6, 2010 in Beauty, Best Essential Oils, Chemicals / Toxic, Edible Toothpaste/Dental Care, Family Health, Fluoride-Free, Health, Natural, Oral Pathogens / Dental Health, Science, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Thieves, Wellness by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

What makes little sense to me is the fact that over 30 years ago it was proven that rates of cavities began going down around the world, even in countries that did not have fluoridated water, fluoride toothpaste, or fluoride tablets; yet fluoride was and still is touted as being the only way to prevent cavities. There is no accurate evidence that fluoride makes any difference to oral health.[1]

The chart below from the World Health Organization clearly shows the trends of oral health getting better since the 1960s in populations around the world who did not have fluoridated water and dental products. The question arises, why then do we continue to use an extremely deadly substance in our water and oral care products?

Typical toothpaste warning printed on the label/box:

“Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age. If you accidentally swallow more than used for brushing, seek professional help or contact a poison control center immediately.”

Typical mouthwash caution printed on the label:

“In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately. Do not use in children under six years of age. Supervise children over six.”

These warnings ARE on every brand of toothpaste and mouthwash I have seen!

When a warning is on a product it does mean it is and can be fatal.

Anita Shattuck states in Fluoridation: The Fraud of the Century

“Fluoridation is not about “children’s teeth,” it is about industry getting rid of its hazardous waste at a profit, instead of having to pay a fortune to dispose of it. [the industry she is referring to is the aluminum and phosphate fertilizer industries]

Only calcium fluoride occurs naturally in water; however, that type of fluoride has never been used for fluoridation. Instead what is used over 90 percent of the time are silicofluorides, which are 85 times more toxic than calcium fluoride…”

Shattuck continues…

“The largest study of tooth decay in America (by the National Institute of Dental Research in 1987) proved that there was no significant difference in the decay rates of 39,000 fluoridated, partially fluoridated and non-fluoridated children, ages 5 to 17, surveyed in 84 cities. The media has never disclosed these facts. The study cost us, the taxpayers, $3,670,000. Surely, we are entitled to hear the results.[2]

Newburgh and Kingston, both in the state of New York, were two of the original fluoridation test cities. A recent study by the New York State Department of Health showed that after 50 years of fluoridation, Newburgh’s children have a slightly higher number of cavities than never-fluoridated Kingston.[2]

The recent California fluoridation study, sponsored by the Dental Health Foundation, showed that California has only about one quarter as much water fluoridation as the nation as a whole, yet 15-year-old California children have less tooth decay than the national average.[3]“

Since there is no accurate evidence at all that proves fluoride is beneficial and only huge amounts of evidence showing that fluoride is extremely unhealthy it makes me wonder… why exactly are we still allowing these people to convince us that fluoride is even remotely beneficial???

Other Toxic Ingredients in Oral Care Products

In the case of oral care products, the most toxic ingredients are:

Alcohol, SD Alcohol

Artificial flavoring

Artificial food dyes & colors

- D&C Yellow #10

- FD&C Green #3

- FD&C Blue #1

- FD&C Yellow #5

Aspartame

Carrageenin

Chlorhexidine

Dispersants (unnatural)

- Poloxmer 403

- Sodium Hydroxide (Lye)

- Synthetic Glycerine

Fluoride

PEG-32

Pentasodium triphosphate

Preservatives

- Benzoic Acid

- Polysorbate 80

Propylene glycol

Saccharin

Silica

Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)

Sodium monofluorophosphate

Sucralose® (Splenda®)

Tetrasodium pyrophosphate

Titanium dioxide

Triclosan (read more about Triclosan)

One tube of ordinary toothpaste can literally kill two children if ingested. One tube can kill an adult if ingested. This is serious stuff!

The ingredients highlighted in “red” are the ingredients that would be responsible for fatalities. The other ingredients would be a slower accumulation of poisons becoming lodged in tissues, organs and fat cells.

Visit the EWG (Environmental Working Group) website, type in any of the above ingredients or ingredients in personal care products you have at home right now to find out just how toxic the products are – this is a very cool and useful database!

Researchers in the US found that the chlorine added to water in Britain reacted with triclosan to produce chloroform-gas. They found that it was possible for the chloroform produced when soap containing the chemical mixes with chlorinated water to be absorbed through the skin or inhaled. Read more…

Fluoride’s Neurological Effects: studies show there may be grave implications for Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Attention Deficit Disorder, reduced IQ in children, read more…

Parents of Fluoride Poisoned Children (PFPC)

Fluoride: Worse than we Thought

Thieves™ dental hygiene and personal care products never have and never will contain triclosan!

If you want to get up to speed on fluoride you can check out these: Fluoride Action Network, and the Fluoride Deception with Christopher Bryson an excellent and historical informative video (below, in 3 parts) and book!

Part One: The Fluoride Deception

Dollar store toothpastes may contain up to 10 times the fluoride – an extreme health hazard!

It only makes sense to not use toxic dental care products, especially when it comes to our health and our kids health.

Young Living has KidScents Toothpaste which has no poisons or chemicals – yes, it is edible and also has the benefits of our fabulous essential oils!

Young Living also has 3 different toothpastes for adults (and perfectly suitable for kids, some kids prefer the adult toothpaste better) the Thieves Ultra Toothpaste I think is the best – all of which have the amazing benefits of our Thieves essential oil and all are free of poisons and chemicals too – yes, it’s edible!

My Testimonial

This is the ONLY toothpaste and mouthwash (Thieves) that I have ever used that actually made any difference, and the difference has been amazing!!! I have saved a fortune on dental cleanings by simply using the Thieves Ultra Toothpaste. The therapeutic-grade essential oils in the Thieves essential oil blend (which are added to this toothpaste and mouthwash) actually kill the s. mutans bacteria in our mouths that cause plaque and tartar. This is how all toothpastes and mouthwashes ’should’ work!  After using this pair, I will never even consider going back and using inferior dental care products again! ~ Evelyn Vincent

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Part Two: The Fluoride Deception

Part Three: The Fluoride Deception

Resources

1. “The Truth About Mandatory Fluoridation,” John R. Lee, M.D. Apr. 15, 1995.

2. “New studies cast doubt on fluoridation benefits,” by Bette Hileman, Chemical & Engineering News,Vol. 67, No. 19, May 8, 1989. “Recommendations for Fluoride Use in Children,” Jayanth V. Kumar, D.D.S., M.P.H.; Elmer L. Green, D.D.S., M.P.H., Pediatric Dentistry, Feb. 1998.

3. San Diego Union Tribune, Sept. 1, 1999.

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Aroma Siez: profile of an essential oil for aches and inflammation

February 20, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Application, Aromatherapy, Back Pain, Best Essential Oils, First Aid tips, Fitness, How do I use, Massage Oils, Natural, Pain, Stress, Testimonials, Using Essential Oils, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Young Living Aroma Siez™ essential oil blend is a relaxing blend that is excellent for massaging away life’s little discomforts. This essential oil blend is well suited for use after exercise or at the end of a trying day, it also provides soothing comfort for the head, neck, and tired feet. The anti-inflammatory and muscle-relaxing essential oils in this blend can promote circulation and treat spasmed, tight, inflamed, aching muscles resulting from injury, fatigue, or stress. It also can relieve headaches.

Aroma Siez is a blend of these Young Living therapeutic-grade essential oils:

  • Basil (Ocimum basilicum) combats muscle spasms and inflammation. It is relaxing to both striated and smooth muscles (involuntary muscles such as those found in the heart and digestive system).
  • Marjoram (Origanum majorana) helps regenerate smooth muscle tissue, and assists in relieving spasms, sprains, bruises, migraine headaches and calming the nerves. It is antibacterial and antiseptic.
  • Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) relieves muscle spasms/sprains/pains, headaches, inflammation, anxiety, burns, and skin conditions (psoriasis) preventing scarring, and stretch marks. It is hypotensive, anti-infectious, anticoagulant.
  • Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has powerful pain-blocking, anti-inflammatory, and anti-spasmodic properties. A 1994 double-blind, placebo controlled, randomized cross-over study at the University of Kiel in Germany found that peppermint oil had a significant analgesic effect (Gobel et al., 1994).
  • Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, and improves circulation and lymphatic drainage. It reduces edema and water retention. It strengthens the vascular system.

Ways to Use Aroma Siez

  • Head Discomfort: Dilute 1 drop of Aroma Siez with 1 drop V-6 or olive oil. Apply to temples, and back of the neck as needed.
  • Muscle Aches: Dilute 4-8 drops with one teaspoon V-6 massage oil. Massage on sore muscles, ligaments or areas of poor circulation. More on massage and bodywork.
  • Aromatherapy: Inhale directly from the bottle. More on the effects of olfactory.
  • Diffuse: Aroma Siez can also be used in your Young Living diffuser, for best results diffuse 10-15 minutes every 1-2 hours (please do not use heat, ring or candle diffusers as this destroys the therapeutic benefit of your essential oil).
  • Bath or Foot Bath: For either, in 1/2 cup Epsom Salts or Sea Salt add 4-6 drops of Aroma Siez, mix together well and add to bath water. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

Additional Useage Tips

  • Use with Raindrop Technique
  • Aroma Siez and PanAway together topically can be helpful for achy joints
  • Aroma Siez and M-Grain combined can help with some migraines

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Aroma Siez Testimonials

Discomfort in Deep Muscles

“Every fall when the weather is hot, then cold, then hot, then cold here in Florida, I get chest pains that my doctor has characterized as Charlie horses in the deep muscles of my chest. Unlike a leg or foot muscle, you can’t massage these or walk to stretch them, so there was nothing to do but “endure” these annoying episodes, which sometimes lasted for two hours. One night I woke up with this chest pain, and as I lay there thinking about what I could do for it, I remembered the instant results I had had with Aroma Siez on other people’s leg cramps. So I got up and rubbed a few drops of Aroma Siez on my chest, and the pain went away in about 10 minutes!” ~ Jan E.

Aroma Siez After Strenous Activity

“We use Aroma Siez after our Tai Chi classes or a long day of gardening. Smells spicy. Works wonderfully.” ~ Cynthe B.

Aroma Siez and Muscle Spasm

“After moving a heavy bureau, I had muscle cramps along the left side of my body. The cramps were so severe, I almost went for a series of trigger point injections. Instead, I had a friend apply a drop each of helichrysum essential oil and Aroma Siez oil blend on the most tender point of the muscle and press hard, wiggling the finger just a little. In each trigger point, this process released the spasm. I repeated this procedure on a friend who had an uncomfortable charlie horse on his leg, and the discomfort stopped immediately. He was truly surprised because he had muscle spasms in his leg for years, and nothing had ever worked before.” ~ Sharon T.

Aroma Siez for Tight Muscles

“I have also recently had some experiences with cramping of the toes and feet (VERY uncomfortable), and I used Aroma Siez, since it is for seized up muscles.It worked beautifully, within a couple of minutes.” ~ Joy

Aroma Siez and Foot Cramps

“Another manifestation of my current body imbalance was waking up in the middle of the night with foot cramps…big OUCH! Thank goodness I had my trusty Aroma Siez (for those seized-up muscles) handy. I just applied a couple of drops neat on top of the feet, and on the bottom, and again, the cramping stopped as if by magic. I am so grateful that I now have built my “stash” of oils to have them all. I remember well when I was just beginning in the business, and my upline (who just came into the business a week or so before me) and I used to discuss which oils we would order first, in our desire to build an inventory, and how we felt it would be quite a while before we could order the kits.

It’s interesting to look back on that time, and I’m so grateful I stayed with it. Over time, Young Living has brought many blessings…not only the wonderful effective healing, but the abundance to now order whatever I choose without concern. The choice to join Young Living certainly turned out to be one of my better decisions in this lifetime!” ~ Anonymous

Aroma Siez for Charlie Horse

“From time to time I get charlie horses and when I apply the Aroma Siez on the knot and massage it in the muscle will relax and the knot goes away. ( Another thing you need to remember is when you get a lot of charlie horses you are not drinking enough water). Also I use the Aroma Siez when I do massage to relieve the tight muscles in the back.” ~  Nancy S.

What Doug did for disk problem

“My experience with essential oils started like most people, with a physical condition and pain. I began having severe neck pain which progressed down my left shoulder and ultimately to my left elbow. At first, I just lived with it, but then I started to experience weakness in my left tricep, and that’s when I decided to contact a doctor and see what was wrong.

An MRI showed the disk between the C-6 and C-7 vertebrae to be bulging. The swelling in the joint was putting pressure on the nerve which was causing the pain and the weakness in my arm. In fact, the tricep muscle was actually beginning to atrophy.

My doctor gave me 3 options, first, physical therapy sessions. I did that with little effect. Second, an epidural in my neck, which is an injection of anti-inflammatory drugs directly into the disk designed to reduce the swelling and help the disk move back in place. The third option was surgery, where they would fuse the two vertebrae together.

I was in my early 30’s and very active in sports and skiing and did not want options 2 or 3! That’s when a friend told me about the oils and how they had helped him with a similar problem with his back.  Long story short, I tried them, and it was nothing short of a miracle!  Within minutes my neck and shoulder felt better, and by the next morning, I had no more pain! ZERO!

My neck and arm have been fine since, nearly 10 years now, and I regularly use the oils as simple maintenance and for many other reasons that are too numerous to list here. Many people have asked me which oils were used on my back and neck, so here is a list of the oils and how they were applied by Julie Herbert – whose husband, Gordon, first introduced me to these amazing medicines.

Start with Valor on the feet. Then layer oils of Basil, Marjoram, Aroma Siez, Wintergreen, PanAway, Cypress, LEMONGRASS, Geranium, and Peppermint on the VitaFlex points on the feet, one after another. (There is a foot chart in the book, Essential Oils Desk Reference, which shows where points related to the spine, shoulders and neck are located on the feet called VitaFlex points).

Then apply the same oils on the neck and shoulder or pain-affected area using Peppermint last, followed by Ortho Ease. Peppermint is used last because it is the amplifier of the other oils followed by Ortho Ease. Today, for someone with the same condition, you would also use Idaho Balsam Fir, and then start taking the supplements BLM (for bone, muscle, and ligaments) and Sulfurzyme.

BLM and Sulfurzyme were not available when I had my neck problem. I am a true believer in the power of these oils to heal the body, mind, and spirit. I hope you will experience the same kind of results as you use these wonderful products. I can’t put into words how grateful I am to have discovered essential oils.” ~ Doug L.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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Rose Essential Oil a Profile of Inner Beauty

February 19, 2010 in Anti-Aging, Application, Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy Perfume, Bath / Shower, Beauty, Best Essential Oils, Buy / Purchase, Chakra, Health, Home Spa, How do I use, Mind / Body / Soul, Quality / Pure, Recipes, Skin Care, Spa / Wellness Products, Valentine's Day, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Rose (Rosa damascena) has a beautiful, strong floral and sweet fragrance that is intoxicating and highly romantic and intoxicating and believed to be aphrodisiac. Rose essential oil helps bring balance and harmony with stimulating and uplifting properties that create a sense of well-being and self-confidence. Used for skin care for thousands of years, it is perfect for dry or aging skin.

The benefit of using a pure and true Rose essential oil is that it will provide aroma therapy benefits; whereas a lower quality or fragrance aromatherapy oil will provide nothing more than possibly a placebo affect. Therefore, it is always most advantageous to use the best available, I use and highly recommend Young Living Essential Oils.

Rose oil has the most diverse healing applications of any essential oil used in aromatherapy today. The oil is considered a supreme healer of both the body and soul. The energy of rose essential oil is said to have powerful effects on both the mind [olfactory] and heart [chakras], providing a state of overall well-being.

Each of the chakras has specific glands and organs it affects. It is believed that we can enhance the vitality of a chakra through exposing it to colors, sounds, minerals and essential oils.

The heart chakra is the center of compassion, love, group consciousness, and spiritually; associated with “oneness” with “all that is.”

A healthy heart chakra can allow us to experience love and compassion more fully, and provide a deep sense of peace and centeredness. Healing or stimulating the heart chakra can help to ease heart and chest conditions, such as; emotional issues (give and receive love), stress, anger and depression.

The alternative health applications of Rose essential oil are many. Exceptionally beneficial to the female reproductive organs as it is said to act as a tonic for the whole system. Young Living Rose essential oil can be diluted in an aromatherapy V-6 massage oil and massaged into the pelvic region for this effect; it is said to be both a regulating and purifying to both the body and mind.

The ‘Precious’ Rose Oil: how to buy it without breaking the bank

It takes approximately 60,000 Rosa damascena roses to produce just 1 oz. of rose essential oil. Or,  5000 pounds of roses to make 1 pound of true Rose Oil. Given these figures, it is no surprise that rose oil is the most precious essential oil.

Young Living Rose essential oil is so potent that you can extend it by mixing your own carrier oil (such as V-6) with it; in a separate jar or bottle, combine 1-4 drops of Rose essential oil with 1 tablespoon carrier oil.

The wholesale price of a 5ml bottle of Young Living Rose Oil (which has approximately 84 drops of Rose essential oil), will cost about $2.16 per drop. Therefore, it is highly recommended to become a wholesale customer so that you can save 24% off retail prices on all of your purchases. This is done by selecting the “Distributor” membership type when you place your order, the distributor and wholesale member types are combined for ease, you never have to have a business or sell anything if you simply wish to remain a wholesale customer, learn more about being a wholesale customer.

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Rose Essential Oil Recipes

Rose Perfume

The easiest and most efficient way to make your own Rose perfume is to to simply mix 4-6 drops of Young Living Rose essential oil with a teaspoon of V-6 and put the mixture into a roll-on bottle (sold here in 1/2 dozen units).

Romantic and Relaxing Rose Oil Bath

  • 3-4 drops Young Living Rose essential oil
  • 1 cup Epsom Salts or Sea Salt

Mix all ingredients together in a dish, pour mixture under running tub water. Relax and enjoy!

Anti-Anger Spritzer Blend

  • 1 drop Young Living Rose essential oil
  • 3 drops Young Living Orange essential oil
  • 3 drops Young Living Sandalwood essential oil
  • 5 drops Young Living Copaiba essential oil
  • distilled water

In a small glass spray bottle or atomizer, add enough distilled water to fill your bottle 7/8 of the way full. Add your essential oils, shake.

This spritzer can be used like a perfume, or you can give your pillow a mist before going to bed to help calm and bring a balanced equilibrium back into your life.

Sensual and Romantic Massage Oil

  • 4 drops Young Living Rose essential oil
  • 3 TBSP Young Living V-6 Massage Oil

Mix rose oil with V-6 in a jar, stir with toothpick to mix together.

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Juva Cleanse® Essential Oil Blend to Ease Body Burden

February 17, 2010 in Best Essential Oils, Blends, Chemicals / Toxic, Cleansing, Detox, Essential Oil Supplements, First Aid tips, Health, How do I use, Liver, Men's Health, Natural, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Using Essential Oils, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

The Liver is the body’s largest internal organ and major detoxifier for the body. Even the toxins in the air we breathe are filtered by the liver, including chemicals from aerosol cleaners, paint, bug sprays, personal care products, household cleaning products, air fresheners, etc.

Juva Cleanse® provides support for the liver through a carefully formulated blend of therapeutic-grade essential oils that supports normal liver function.*

Clinical Studies Using Helichrysum, Ledum, Celery Seed Essential Oils (Juva Cleanse®)

Clinical studies show that an essential oil blend of helichrysum, ledum, and celery seed (Juva Cleanse®) dramatically amplified the elimination from the body of heavy metals, especially mercury, one of the most toxic of all non-radioactive metals. Mercury is particularly damaging to the brain and nervous system because it can pass through blood-brain barrier and accumulate indefinitely in motor neurons.

A 2003 clinical study involving a group of four patients tested the effect of three essential oils on the urinary output of mercury. Four healthy individuals (ages 27 to 69) took two capsules per day (approximately 1,500 mg) of a blend of helichrysum, ledum, and celery seed (the Juva Cleanse® essential oil blend). The first urine collection occurred prior to essential oil therapy, with the second and third urine collections occurring two and four days after essential oil therapy had begun. The results showed that all four participants more than doubled their urinary elimination of mercury over the four days of evaluation.

How to Use Juva Cleanse® Essential Oil Blend

  • Apply topically over liver or on foot Vita Flex points for the liver and kidneys.
  • Use with the Raindrop Technique.

Juva Cleanse® as a Dietary Supplement

  • Dilute 50:50 (with organic olive oil) and put in a size 0 capsule. Take twice daily.
  • Or, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.

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Source: Essential Oils Desk Rference 4th Edition

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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Law of Attraction at the Olympics

February 16, 2010 in Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Family Health, Fitness, Health, How do I use, Inspirational, Men's Health, Mind / Body / Soul, Pain, Spa / Wellness Products, Women's Health, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

This insight on Olympic athlete’s and the law of attraction is from my friend Jeannette Maw…

Who else watched last night as the Russians ended a 12 time winning streak in Olympic pairs figure skating?

In fact, I can hardly take my eyes off any Olympic coverage – it’s so exciting!

One of our Good Vibe U forum members posted about how unhelpful it is when announcers focus on the athletes’ limitations and weak points as they’re performing.  (“Now this is where she’s struggled all season, let’s see if she can pull it off now.”)  Not a great focus for supporting success, huh?

Then yesterday afternoon seeing the cross country skiers collapse in exhaustion after crossing the finish line, it was easy to admire the all out effort they gave in an attempt to be recognized as the best at what they do.

It made me wonder about my recent post about how if it feels like work, it doesn’t work.  Watching those skiers at the extreme of their physical endurance practically put me in the mood to go stretch myself at something!

As I was contemplating the “feel good” of “working hard,” I dialed into the pairs figure skating event and watched Kavaguti and Smirnov blow their chances at a gold medal.

The announcer’s commentary about the Russian skaters was insightful from a law of attraction perspective.

Before they performed, there were plenty of reasons to expect this couple to do well, including the fact that the Russian dynasty for Olympic gold in this event had been in place since 1964 and that this very couple had an upset win at the European Figure Skating Championships last month.

After they faltered in a performance that cost them the medal, one of the announcers astutely observed:

“There is such a fine line between wanting it and wanting it too much.  And squeezing too hard and trying to force it to happen.  If they had just trusted what they’d been doing all week.”

The second announcer joined in to suggest that the couple had “practiced too hard” and didn’t have enough gas to get through it when it counted, despite the fact that they were looking really good prior to competing.

My takeaway from this is that there’s nothing wrong with sweating and pushing to our extreme – when it feels good.  But paying attention to where our fine line is – which is an individual phenomenon – to know when we cross into territory of resistance and worry and clinging .. that’s gotta be our sign to back off and find our way back to good.

I’m sure we’ll see more examples of the art of releasing resistance and creating vibrational alignment as the games continue!

In the meantime, Michele Woodward and Jeannette are going public with their scintillating conversations about life.

And if you’re interested in exploring the topic of relationships in more detail, Martha Beck, Terry DeMeo and Jeannette begin four weekly calls starting next Tuesday (2/23).  That one is $89 to signup, and yes, it’ll be recorded if you can’t dial in live.

Articles to Help with Your Own Olympic and Law of Attraction Efforts

The best essential oil to use with your Law of Attraction efforts is, Abundance. This essential oil can be diffused, a drop applied topically as a perfume, used in a full body massage or a foot massage… and if you are concerned about chemicals in personal care products and the negative impact they have on you health you may enjoy these simple recipes: Make Your Own All-natural ‘Abundance’ Aftershave or Shaving Cream (for him and her)

Essential oils to help with overcoming undesired emotions

Why Antioxidants Matter: timing your anti-aging and disease regime

Sugars and S-ORAC Scores of Red Energy and Sports Drinks

11 Ways to Improve Health, Happiness and Longevity

Can Nutrition Affect Behavior?

Valor Essential Oil, NingXia Red and Snowboard Queen Torah Bright

Essential Oils and Cinematographer Wes Skiles in Antarctica

Enzymes and Minerals for Core Nutrition

How to Use Idaho Balsam Fir Essential Oil for Inflammation Muscle Discomforts and More

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What To Do When Your Doctor Won’t Give You an Antibiotic

February 10, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Cold / Flu, Congestion / Respiratory, Essential Oil Supplements, Essential Oils, Family Health, Kids, Natural, Professional Wellness Products, Young Living Distributor, Young Living Essential Oils by Shayla | No comments

Antibiotic overuse is becoming a real problem. If you have already read my article, Antibiotics and Children, then you know that Medical science is growing concerned because they are finding that bacterias are smart, and that they are learning how to mutate to make themselves immune to antibiotic treatment (also known as antibiotic resistance). The following information comes from an article by the American College of Physicians.

“Antibiotic resistance is a worldwide public health problem that continues to grow. It occurs when strains of bacteria in the human body become resistant to antibiotics due to improper use and abuse of antibiotics.

The article went on to say that more the 133 million courses of antibiotics are prescribed to non-hospitalized patients by doctors each year, and that an estimated 50 percent of them are unnecessary. The main reason they are prescribed unnecessarily is because patients insist on them. This is what I like to call, playing with fire. In other words, what will we do when the bad bugs become too smart for medical science?

So, what do you do when the doctor will not prescribe you an antibiotic? First of all, there are many things you can do to nourish your body as means of prevention before you even get sick. Should you get sick, having taken care of your body before hand means you are more likely to bounce back quicker. However, if you are already sick, the 5 tips below are not only some things you can do to nourish the body and immune system, but they can even be useful in reducing symptoms for some who are already sick.

  1. Take Probiotics. This is perhaps the single most important thing you can do, and it is especially important if you must take an antibiotic! Why? Have you ever noticed how many times people continue to catch bad bugs after their antibiotic treatments? This is because the antibiotic wipes out the natural, good bacteria that protects us from bad bacterias. Supplementing with heavy doses of probiotics after antibiotic treatments is beneficial in repopulating the digestive system with healthy bacteria. I was recently informed that some antibiotics are beginning to come with a type of probiotic for people to follow up with, however our family loves Young Livings Life 5 purchased here. According to the product fact sheet on Life 5 it provides “Improved immunity: Probiotics, especially the super strain (LA-14), have been shown to be a tremendous support to immune function.*” A good probiotic should have over 1 billion live cultures, otherwise you should look for a different one (good ones appear expensive at first glance, but they beat the alternative). Young Livings Life 5 has “8 billion active cultures and improves colonization up to 10 times.” Read more on Life 5 here.
  2. Vitamin D-3. No doubt, you have heard about Vitamin D-3 this year. Studies have been published even in local newspapers about how most people are deficient in it, and how dangerous this deficiency is, especially for children. According to Wikipedia, it is beneficial for many things, including modulating normal, immune system function.
  3. Thieves! Thieves is an invaluable Young Living blend of highly antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-infectious essential oils and has been clinically tested to kill airborne microorganisms. Further testing found that the longer Thieves was diffused into the air, the stronger it became, and although the bad bugs try to mutate it does them no good (1). Young Living provides a line of Thieves products (purchased here), including Inner Defense, Thieves lozenges, Household Cleaner and more. For children, Thieves Lozenges available from Young Living are phenomenal! They are chewable, and they are safe, but I will warn you, your children will want to eat them like candy so keep them up where they cannot get them! Products like Inner Defense (pills containing Thieves) are wonderful for supporting normal immune function, however the bottle says to seek a professional’s guidance on using this product on children (mine says it is okay for my children). I will say, the Thieves essential oil blend is one of the most used products in our home! More then once have sore throat symptoms disappeared after taking just one drop!
  4. Eat Healthy. The more you can cut sugar out of the diet during the sick seasons and replace it with healthy snacks like fruit, the better off you will be. Sugar has been proven to depress the immune system (2).
  5. Keep hydrated. It takes patience, and work, but even children can be taught to stay hydrated during a cold/flu.

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For more information regarding natural immune support, read my article entitled Natural Defense Plan Against Swine Flu, aka H1N1

References;
1. The Essential Oils Desk Reference, Thieves
2. http://www.healingdaily.com/detoxification-diet/sugar.htm

recommend read; The Holistic Baby Guide

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If an Essential Oil Can Kill Insects Why Doesn’t it Kill Humans

February 8, 2010 in Application, Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Chemicals / Toxic, Education, Gardening, Green, Health, Insect Pests / Repellant, Natural, Safe Use, Using Essential Oils, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Many use their Young Living Essential Oils to kill or control and repel insect pests in the garden and around the home. Using essential oils in this way is a terrific option for those looking to eliminate toxins in their home, life, and the environment. I personally choose something natural over any form of chemical treatment whether it be for insect control, cleaning my home, or personal hygiene; I feel going natural is the only way to improve and protect our health. The question arises… why are insects killed by an application of an essential oil and people aren’t, here’s my answer…

We need to look at the really big picture here as it is important in understanding why. It doesn’t kill us for a couple of reasons… first, one or two drops of essential oil on a flea or a tick is almost the equivalent of us having a dump truck load of essential oil spilling on us, if we had that much poured on us we’d probably die too. Even too much of a good thing can be harmful.

Second, aromatic plants create essential oils to protect themselves from all sorts of pathogens, fungi, insects, bad bacteria, and microorganisms that could cause harm or kill them during their life cycle.They’re designed to either kill or deter certain insects or microorganisms that could endanger the survival of their species. Even though we do eat plants, we are not considered an insect pest in the plant kingdom, as such they have not created chemicals specifically to kill or harm us intentionally for the sake of warding us off.

Essential oils do not kill the bacteria or organisms that are beneficial to the plant or humans – unless if in extremely high amounts, like in my dump truck analogy.

Additionally, many of the same things that affect us also affect plants. Because humans have had a close relationship with plants and we evolved together over centuries, our bodies know how to process the compounds in an essential oil. This is why a properly distilled essential oil that has not been adulterated will not leave behind in your body a bunch of nasty stuff. This is also why I do not appreciate products and drugs that contain ‘isolated’ ingredients derived from plants; an isolated ingredient works on and has a completely different affect when it is ‘not’ with all of the other compounds that were originally present in that plant. In other words, all of the compounds are there for a reason.

Humans also found, through trial and error, that certain aromatic plants helped us with many of the same types of issues plants encounter, like: fungus, mold, viruses, bad bacteria, wound healing. Because we evolved together, and humans relied on plants for both food and health, our bodies process the plant parts and essential oils harmoniously.

Some insect and mammal species haven’t evolved so closely with the aromatic plants. As such they can’t tolerate certain essential oils or even process them very well, like: fish, frogs, reptiles, birds, and to a lesser extent cats… what do these species have in common… they never relied on land plants as their main source of food or medicine. This is not to say you can never use an essential oil around those species, just that mindfulness to what their bodies can process and tolerate needs to be examined before hand.

Canines are another species that have a closer relationship with plants, after the hunt and kill, the part of the catch which is eaten first is the stomach, which is pretty much partially digested plant matter. They also eat some wild fruits and vegetables, and some protein/raw meat.

Insects often attack and eat plants that are in a weaken state. A weakened plant does not contain all of the normal compounds a healthy plant contains.

Every species is both prey and predator. Everything attacks and eats something else, every species on earth does this. This has kept every species from taking over completely, it’s like a checks and balance system, it’s a natural cycle that is suppose to happen. When this natural balance is upset, due to: extremes in climate or weather changes, or the extinction of a species (which is almost always caused through human interference or behavior).

For instance, bringing exotic species to a foreign country, whether it’s plant or animal; there’s a reason why everything isn’t every place and it’s called ‘community’, as in a ‘plant community’. A community is places, like niches, where conditions are within a certain set of criteria in order for a species to be successful, some species are more particular than others.

We see many examples of an alien plant or animal species take-over when that species has been introduced into a landscape where they are not native. This almost always results in destruction to the native habitat that supports the species native to that place. Some examples of this happening in the US are the introduction of: Gypsy Moth, Kudzu, Purple Loosestrife, Quackgrass, Bamboo, Butterfly Bush, Autumn Olive, European Starling [ just to name a tiny few] have a very real and destructive impact economically and environmentally.

There is also another thing visible in nature, you will never see a dandelion or brambles growing in an old growth forest. Those are species you only find in disturbed places, and as times passes that place transforms in a succession, paving the way for the next series of species to take over… everything is evolving, very slowly over time, adapting and doing what it can for the survival of its species.

The big picture is enormous, so large in fact that it’s difficult for us to comprehend many times. It’s easy for us to forget where we have come from, and where we are going.

It is for these reasons that I have particularly strong feelings why there are certain things we should stop doing and stop using. It’s really important to step back and consider more than just the superficial impact we’re having on the whole picture. Like many of our state forest signs say… “take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.” That same mindfulness and awareness can be put to use at home, every single day; whether it be with using our essential oils by the drop, buying locally, or stop buying items we can live just fine without.

Two websites that are great resources for getting back in touch with nature and living a more balanced lifestyle are Storyof Stuff.com and LoveTheEarth.com both can help us better realize just how much our choices can make a difference and the value of living in a more balanced way.

In short, why essential oils don’t kill us is because we use them in very small amounts, and unlike insect and virus pests we have a many centuries long harmonious relationship with most plant species.

I do want to add… this pertains to properly grown plants (beyond organic standards) and properly distilled plants. This is important because most essential oils and aromatherapy oils available are not fit for aromatic or topical applications due to adulteration and solvents. You don’t want to negate the benefits by using an inferior essential oil. In my over twenty year experience using essential oils I have found Young Living Essential Oils to be the best, they are superior to others; which explains why they set the benchmark and quality standards in the world.

Related Articles:

Repel Dust Mites, Fleas, Ticks, Ants and Spiders with Peppermint Essential Oil

Gardeners: Look More Closely at the Roots and Soil

Peppermint Essential Oil to Repel Squirrel’s and Rodents

Resources

Cornell University: Invasive Plants

Invasive Plant Atlas

US Department of Agriculture: Invasive Species List

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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12 Quick Tips for Using Lemon Essential Oil Daily

February 6, 2010 in Application, Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Cooking with Essential Oils, Disinfectant, Eco-Friendly, How do I use, Lemon, Natural Household / Cleaning, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Using Essential Oils, Young Living Distributor by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Young Living lemon essential oil has a pure, clean, fresh, lively scent we associate with peeling a lemon; the essential oil is in the peel/rind (lemon fact sheet). Young Living’s organic essential oils have many uses for those seeking natural solutions to daily life. Due to the purity of Young Living’s oils we have the luxury of using them in ways that other aromatherapy oils cannot and should not be used (quality). These twelve tips will start to give you an idea of lemon oil’s versatility and benefits.

  1. Use 1–2 drops of lemon essential oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots, glue or adhesive, and crayon from most surfaces.
  2. Combine 2–3 drops of lemon essential oil with water in a 4 oz. spray bottle filled with water to help cleanse and sanitize surfaces in the kitchen or bathroom.
  3. Place a drop of lemon essential oil on oily skin or blemishes to help balance oil glands and minimize oil production.*
  4. Soothe corns, calluses, or bunions by rubbing 1-2 drops lemon essential oil on the affected area morning and evening.*
  5. Massage lemon essential oil into cellulite to help improve circulation and eliminate waste from cells.*
  6. Add 1-3 drops lemon essential oil to your morning tea or breakfast shake for a refreshing pick-me-up.
  7. Inhale lemon essential oil directly from the bottle, or place a few drops on a cotton ball in a baggie to replenish your mind, body, and spirit while out running errands or at work.
  8. Add 10–15 drops of lemon essential oil to a gallon of carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains, brighten carpet and rugs, and leave a fresh smell in the room.
  9. Add 5-6-8 drops of lemon essential oil to a chicken marinade for a delicious dinner.
  10. Place 3-6 drops lemon essential oil on a cotton ball and put in the refrigerator to help eliminate odors.
  11. Use 2-3 drops lemon essential oil to make a vinaigrette salad dressing.
  12. Put 2-4 drops lemon essential oil in an 8 oz. glass of water for a great taste and perfect for those watching their calories!

Lemon (Citrus limon) has a strong, purifying, citrus scent that is revitalizing and uplifting. Lemon consists of 68 percent dlimonene, a powerful antioxidant. It is delightfully refreshing in water and may be beneficial for the skin. Lemon may also be used to enhance the flavor of foods. Lemon essential oil is cold-pressed from the rinds of lemons. Jean Valnet MD estimated that it takes 3,000 lemons to produce one kilo of oil. In his book, The Practice of Aromatherapy, Valnet wrote that lemon is a tonic for supporting the nervous and sympathetic nervous system.**

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* Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Avoid using on infants and very small children. Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays as all citrus oils can cause photosensitivity.

**This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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