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Why Essential Oils (Don’t) Work

September 2, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Aromatherapy, Back Pain, Blends, Essential Oils, How do I use, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, PanAway, Young Living Essential Oils by Curt Siters | No comments

Hope essential oil with rainbow.I have heard stories that essential oils don’t work. Guess what, allopathic medicine doesn’t always work either. Have you heard the news that antibiotics, such as penicillin, is at the end of the road? Have you heard about MRSA and other resistant superbugs (which, by the way, have evolved because of the overuse of antibiotics)?

Briefly, allopathic medicine takes what is found in nature (mostly from plants, like the white willow), extracts what it believes is the key component(salicylic acid) to create a new drug (aspirin) to fight some disease. This is kind of like removing everything from a car except the engine – it may run but it won’t get you anywhere and after a while it will just stop working.

Each and every one of us is on this planet for a reason. I don’t know what it is, but I believe we are. We each have our unique challenges to overcome and goals to accomplish. While we all share the same basic body shape and body chemistry, each of us is slightly different. We are different ages, have different stresses in our lives, consume different foods and drinks, have different genetic makeups and genetic history. Because we are just a little bit different, each of our bodies react differently to the same situation, condition or food.

Allopathic medicine is now discussing and trying to develop medicine that is targeted to each individual – meaning that the medicine I would get for the flu is created just for me and wouldn’t work for you (I smell something fishy going on here). This is called - Pharmacogenomics.

So, you see, even western medicine knows that we are individuals and require different treatments for disease. Our ancestors had an implicit understanding of this and they tailored cures to suit. This is one reason you rarely find signs of serious diseases in preserved bodies and skeletons from thousands of years ago. They did not use a shotgun approach like allopathic medicine does today.

The western method of dealing with disease has been to treat the symptoms and not the cause – just look at the medicine ads on TV. Shrink the swelling, good for runny noses, etc. They should be asking why is it swollen, why is your nose running and deal  with the cause.

In my experience Young Living Essential Oils work on the cause on an individual basis.

Here is an example of what I am talking about. I was doing some work a few years back and my back was getting sore. I still have my western mindset moments. Young Living has 2 blends developed just for pain so I tried each one and got a little relief, but wasn’t back to normal.

So, I reached out spiritually and asked what can I do? The answer came to me and was a bit of a surprise. Motivation, a Young Living blend. I tried to think of a logical reason why but couldn’t come up with one. However, I tried it and got immediate relief. I also got the sensation of a hole, as in the absence of something. The only conclusion I can draw is that Motivation did not work on the pain but instead worked on the cause because my back was fine after that.

There are many books about essential oils out there. Some are better than others. The books I rely on are the EODR, the Essential Oil Desk Reference from EssentialScience.net, and The Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Easy (mostly because I enjoy finding out the nuts and bolts of things.) I view these as starting points because each of our body chemistry is different and each of our environments is different – after just one application.

Each essential oils has anywhere between hundreds to thousands of chemical components that work together. Each type of molecule is used by the body in different ways and possibly in several different ways. So even though you may have a backache PanAway may not be the best choice as it could be caused by stress, strained muscles or an injury. The molecules in the essential oil blend PanAway may not be what the body needs to deal with the situation. In the case of my back pain PanAway didn’t work but Motivation did, so the molecules in the blend Motivation did provide what my body needed.

So, when someone says to me “I tried essential oils and they don’t work,” I gently remind them that they may not have tried Young Living Essential Oils and that western medicine is at the end of the road and if one prescription doesn’t work they are given another one.

I also remind them that drugs come with side effects – again, look at the drug commercials on TV. With essential oils you are dealing with safe alternatives, although there are a few that should be used with caution in certain circumstances. Then, I tell them that maybe the one they tried wasn’t the right one for their problem or the one they used was not 100% pure and unadulterated – which is ‘not’ a therapeutic-grade oil. To drive this point home I tell them that France exports 100 times more Lavender essential oil than it produces. How do they do that? By diluting it with something – possibly some kind of chemical.

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Massage and Essential Oils

August 25, 2010 in Anxiety, Back Pain, Blends, Calming, Carrier Oils, Depression, Digestion, Emotional Release, Lavender, Massage Oils, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Pain, Peace and Calming, Peppermint, Relaxation, Safe Use, Sleep / Insomnia, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Jonell Elder | No comments

Massage is a very beneficial therapy, and by adding therapeutic grade essential oils to the massage you get multiple benefits.  If your massage therapist does not stock the essential oils you prefer to use, such as Young Living medicinal essential oils, than always remember to bring them to your appointments.

Following is a suggestion list of several essential oils and their uses:

  • Frankincense – Excellent for increasing oxygen in the brain, depression, opening pineal gland.  Use on brain stem, back of neck, ears, temples, forehead, third eye and chest.*
  • Clarity – Great for mental clarity, alertness, concentration, vitality, increases energy when tired.  Apply on edge of ears, wrists, neck, forehead and temples (Keep out of eyes!!) (Blend of Basil, cardamom, rosemary, peppermint, rosewood, geranium, lemon, palmarosa, ylang ylang, bergamot, Roman chamomile, and jasmine.)*
  • Joy -  Produces a magnetic energy to bring “Joy” to the heart, mind and soul, supportive for grief, and depression.  Put on heart chakra, ears, temples, shoulders and back of neck.  (Blend of Bergamot, ylang ylang, geranium, rosewood, lemon, mandarin, jasmine, Roman chamomile, palmarosa, and rose).*
  • Awakening - Supports awakening of inner self to assist in making transitions, stimulates creativity of the right brain amplifying the function of the pineal and pituitary glands helping to balance the energy centers of the body.  Put over heart, on wrists, back of neck, temples and forehead.  (Blend of pure almond oil base, essential oil blends of Joy™, Present Time™, Forgiveness™, Dream Catcher™ and Harmony™.*
  • Peace & Calming – Promotes relaxation and a deep sense of peace and emotional well being, reduces anxiety, depression, stress and insomnia.   Great for a peaceful nights sleep, excellent for calming overactive children.  Use on edge of ears, back of neck, chest and temples. (Blend of Tangerines, orange, ylang ylang, patchouli and blue tansy).*
  • Lavender – Calming, relaxing, balancing both physically and emotionally, for depression, reducing mental stress, headaches, great for skin problems, etc. “Swiss Army Knife of essential oils”.  Put on back of neck, brain stem, temples, chest, third eye and ears.*
  • Peppermint – Great for headaches and migraines, nerve regenerating, for stomach aches, nausea, mental clarity, stimulating to the conscious mind, curbs appetite and cools down body temperature.  Put 1/2 drop on back of hand and lick it off, c lose the mouth and place tongue on the roof of your mouth, inhale deeply 4-5 breaths.  Place on location of pain or on stomach area for upset stomach or nausea.*
  • Grounding – Stabilizing and balancing to help us cope constructively with reality.  Put behind ears, wrists, back of neck, brain stem and temples.  (Blend of White fir, spruce, ylang ylang, pine, cedarwood, angelica and Juniper).*
  • Deep Relief Roll On - Excellent for muscle soreness and tension, soothes sore joints and ligaments, calms stressed nerves, reduces inflammation.  Apply on location of pain. (Roll on consists of Peppermint, Balsam fir, Clove, Vetiver, Wintergreen, Lemon, Helichrysum, Copaiba and Coconut oil).*

Now is a good time to get ready to be extra pampered for your next visit to your massage therapist. So get ready and:

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If you have any questions and would like to learn more about other Young Living essential oils and their benefits I would be very happy to hear from you.  Please contact me.

CAUTION!! If you ever get essential oils in your eye, NEVER wash it out with water!! Put either V6 oil or any plain olive, almond or whatever oils your have in your kitchen on a tissue and gently wipe your eyes out. This will dilute the essential oil and greatly lessen any discomfort.

Please take note that this information refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It

* 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.

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Supplements and Essential Oils to Help Reduce Pain from the Inside Out

August 5, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Application, Aromatherapy, Back Pain, Best Essential Oils, Blends, Buy / Purchase, Common Questions, First Aid tips, Fitness, Massage Oils, Men's Health, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Natural, Pain, Palo Santo, PanAway, Peppermint, Quality / Pure, Shop, Sulfurzyme, Supplements / Vitamins, Wellness, Women's Health by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

There are three Young Living supplements that have been quite useful in addressing pain – BLM, Sulfurzyme and Coral Sea. When taken together, these supplements work synergistically to nourish and build the health of our muscoskeletal systems. BLM supplement

BLM

Formulated from the most potent, natural ingredients known, BLM protects mobility and the health of your Bones Ligaments and Muscles.

Key ingredients include: Collagen Type II, MSM, glucosamine sulfate, manganese citrate and the essential oils of Clove, Idaho Balsam Fir and Wintergreen.

Idaho Balsam Fir is one of the richest sources of limonene, a powerful antioxidant that may help ease stress and tension in joints and in the muscoskeletal system. More on BLM.

Sulfurzyme Sulfurzyme supplement

Sulfurzyme is a terrific supplement and it’s easy to see why it’s so popular – MSM, a key ingredient in Sulfurzyme, which has been proven to be extremely effective in relieving pain, especially tissue and joint pain. MSM is also a source of organic sulfur (not to be confused with sulfa), shown to reduce the inflammation of arthritis, relieve muscle spasms, improve blood flow and deliver biologically active sulfur to the joints.

Because MSM is not absorbed well unless it is taken with high levels of Vitamin C, amino acids and protein, Sulfurzyme includes Chinese wolfberries which contain all three!

How MSM works to control pain: When fluid pressure inside the cell is higher than the outside pressure, pain is experienced. The MSM found in Sulfurzyme equalizes fluid pressure by affecting the protein envelope of the cell so that water transfers freely in and out. More on Sulfurzyme.

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Essential Oils Known for Helping Reduce Pain

To find the essential oils and supplements that can help relieve your pain, you may need to try a few different oils and combinations because every body is different. See 5 Tips for Getting the Most From Your Essential Oils (different methods of application).

  • Peppermint is one of the most effective essential oils for blocking pain. In one study that compared the effectiveness of Peppermint oil to acetaminophen for headache pain, Peppermint “efficiently alleviated tension-type headaches and… was a well tolerated and cost effective alternative to conventional therapies.” (Gobel et al., 1996). Peppermint inhibits smooth muscle contractions by blocking calcium influx into the muscle cells, thus blocking the transmission of pain signals. (Forster et al., 1980; Giachetti et al.,1988)
  • PanAway is well known by users for its pain-relieving properties. PanAway a blend of Wintergreen, Clove, Helichrysum and Peppermint. The eugenol in Clove has a long history of use for pain relief in dentistry and for rheumatism, arthritis and headaches.
  • Relieve It is a blend of Spruce, Black Pepper, Hyssop and Peppermint. Conifer oils such as Spruce have traditionally been used for topical relief of rheumatism and arthritis. Black Pepper relieves muscle aches, pain and stiffness by dilating blood vessels and bringing additional circulation to the area.

Other Essential Oils and Massage Oils Useful for Pain Discomforts

  • Copaiba (strong anti-inflammatory properties)
  • Motivation or Gentle Baby (I like these for muscle spasm/cramping)
  • Idaho Balsam Fir (anti-inflammatory properties)
  • Nutmeg (anti-inflammatory)
  • Palo Santo (this has worked well for my stiff neck)
  • Frankincense (helps muscles to relax, may not directly help feelings of pain though)
  • Ortho Ease and Ortho Sport are two wonderful massage oils to use before and after sports or exercise. Ortho Sport is the stronger of the two.
  • Cel-Lite Magic is also a massage oil that can be useful when lymph is sluggish.

Common Sense Precautions

  • Young Living essential oils are highly concentrated. When applying topically, dilute one or two drops of essential oil in one tablespoon of pure vegetable oil. If any skin irritation results, add more carrier oil or discontinue use.
  • Black Pepper, Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Marjoram, Thyme, Oregano, and Thieves oil are considered ‘hot’ spice oils, so test skin sensitivity first by applying a small amount on the inside of the arm with a little V-6 Massage Oil.
  • Hot essential oils should always be used with a carrier oil, such as V-6.
  • Dilution with V-6: 2 drops essential oil to 1 TBSP V-6. Yes, you can always dilute your essential more if you like.
  • Never dilute essential oils with water when being used topically. Always use V-6 or another pure vegetable oil.
  • If essential oil gets into the eyes, use a drop of your carrier oil to dilute, do NOT use water.
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Melatonin and Sleep: also a Potent Antioxidant for the Immune System

May 31, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Anti-Aging, Antioxidant, Breast Health, Cancer, Cold / Flu, Depression, Digestion, Education, Family Health, Hormones, How do I use, Immune System, Longevity, Men's Health, Menopause, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Natural Health, Relaxation, Science, Sleep / Insomnia, Stress, Supplements / Vitamins, Testimonials, Wellness, Women's Health by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Melatonin is a hormone, found in all living creatures, which helps to regulate sleep and is one of our most potent antioxidants. Peer reviewed research has been published demonstrating the potent healing effect of melatonin in an amazing range of conditions – from high blood pressure to auto-immune illnesses.

Melatonin is produced in the pineal gland in the brain. Your body makes it from the amino acid trypophan, which is also used as a building block for serotonin, the feel-good neurotransmitter in our brains. Melatonin is so important that it is not only synthesized in the pineal gland but also in many other organs and tissues of the body; particularly by bone marrow, the thymus and lymphocytes.

Further Benefits of Melatonin

  • Has been shown to be involved in the regulation of both cellular and humoral immunity,
  • Stimulates the production of natural killer cells, monocytes and leukocytes.
  • Alters the balance of T-Cells and increases the production of infection-fighting molecules called cytokines.
  • A Tel Aviv University study of 38 patients found melatonon supplements reduced blood pressure of patients with nighttime hypertension.
  • A double-blind study at the University of Hawaii found that one milligram of melatonin nightly improved cognitive function in the elderly.
  • Melatonin has been found safe and effective for Sarcoidosis (an autoimmune disorder).
  • A study published in Critical Care Medicine, used melatonin to help limit the multiple organ failure that often occurs with burn victims. The antioxidants stimulated defenses.
  • A study in the Indian Journal of Medical Science stated that melatonin offered a substantial reduction in the risk of death in cancer patients.
  • In a Malaysia study found that melatonin may be implicated in seasonal flareups of allergies and infections.
  • Melatonin may also be useful in helping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
  • In a 2008 study from Emory University suggests that melatonin may help quiet Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC) through regulating of both inflammation and motility in the gastrointestinal tract.

The usefulness and benefits of melatonin are varied and many. As the master regulator of everything from sleep to immune function to inflammation, the value should be considered in a variety of conditions.

Outside of the body, where is Melatonin found?

Melatonin is found in small amounts in foods such as: tart cherries, walnuts, oats, corn, rice, ginger, tomatoes, banana and barley. But these amounts are quite small.

Melatonin: Sunrise / Sunset and Cancer

How many of us live by the rise and setting of the sun? Not many! And this is where the problem arises… our melatonin production is inhibited. Our modern way of living can deprive us of one of our most powerful antioxidants, one that plays an important role in protecting our DNA.

Melatonin is released during the night, stimulated by darkness and suppressed by light. Melatonin peaks in the middle of the night, for this reason it has been called the “hormone of darkness.”

  • Reduced melatonin production has been proposed a likely factor in the significantly higher cancer rates in night workers.
  • The effect of lighting during nighttime hours is also suspected in the overall incidence of some cancers in the developed world.
  • Melatonin is a powerful antioxidant that can easily cross cell membranes and the blood-brain barrier.

Get a Good Nights Sleep with ImmuPro ImmuPro melatonin supplement

ImmuPro™ provides the benefits of natural immune-supporting Ningxia wolfberry polysaccharides in the convenience of a delicious fruit-flavored chewable supplement. Beta glucan has been shown in studies to enhance the immune system’s response and to help maintain cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range.* ImmuPro contains reishi and maitake mushrooms, which support the activity of antibodies and natural killer cells.* This formula is enhanced with calcium, zinc, selenium, and copper, all needed for proper immune function.*

“ImmuPro™ has beta glucans in it and you need that for digestive processes.” ~ Gary Young

Numerous studies have documented the ability of these botanicals to reverse cancer and stimulate both cell-mediated and humoral immunity, dramatically boosting levels of macrophages, neutrophiles, phagocytes, B-cells, T-cells, natural killer cells, interleukins, and inter ferons. Contains a complex of the potent immune-boosting minerals zinc, copper, and selenium. Also contains melatonin, one of the most powerful immune stimulants known, shown to clinically reverse tumor growth. Melatonin levels steadily decrease with age and are a factor that contributes to accelerated aging.

Directions: Take 1 tablet before retiring. If under stress take 2 to 4 tablets before retiring or as needed. May cause drowsiness.

Companion Products: Exodus, Thieves, and Longevity Essential Oil or Longevity Softgels

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Hot Flashes

“Using EndoFlex, PD 80/20, Prenolone Plus and Mister for hot flashes… “I also take ImmuPro so it may be the combination, but after 2 months, the hot flashes are down to a bare minimum…maybe one mild one in the middle of the night and one or 2 mild ones during the day. They pass quickly and I don’t perspire at all. Just feel warmish. Yeah!” ~ Sue

Cold and Flu Season

“Every year around this time the news media floods us with dire predictions about the upcoming flu season, the possibility (or probability!) of an uncontrollable pandemic and the latest information on the stockpile, or lack thereof, of the flu vaccine.

While some people of the sitting-duck mentality fervently pray to not be struck down, others of us happily marinate in and diffuse our precious oils, drink our daily dose of NingXia Red and take other Young Living immune support products like: Exodus, Longevity Softgels, ImmuPro, Thieves Lozenges, etc., along with cultivating positive lifestyle practices (diet, exercise, stress relief).” ~ Vicki

Healing Poison Ivy

“Last week, I cleared out our woods and lost the battle against poison ivy.  Now as the liquid-filled bumps surface, I immediately spray each with a convenient squirt of Thieves Spray instead of scratching. New bumps continue to show themselves, yet the Thieves Spray has stifled the itch, which controls spreading. I only give in to scratching in the shower using my Young Living Bath & Shower Gel with an exfoliating cloth to zap the poison with essential oils the moment it is exposed. I also support my immune system daily with my ImmuPro tablets or ImmuPower essential oil applied to my feet and chest and by taking my NingXia Red juice.” ~ anonymous

Upper Respirataory Infection

“My children are usually all in good health but when they get sick it always manifests as an URI (upper respiratory infection). Wheezing from the lungs is not uncommon for me to hear when it would get bad. I have had it where I thought they had pneumonia that breathing got so labored and the wheezing sound was alarming.

I used ImmuPower along the spine with the Raindrop Technique oils and Frankincense all over the chest with R.C. blend. All Young Living Essential Oils of course.

The wheezing immediately stops! Of course this needs to be repeated all through out the day to get a handle on the infection but with NingXia Red (fact sheet) every two hours (1-3 oz) and ImmuPro 2-3 , 3x a day, it is gone within 2 days max! They get instant relief from the essential oils.” ~ Nancy

A Better Night’s Sleep Tip

“Peace and Calming or Lavender on the bottom of your feet and brushed on your pillowcase before going to bed ImmuPro – a natural melatonin supplement for those difficult times.” ~ Vicki

Related Articles:

Essential Oils and Breast Health
Where is the ‘Dirtiest’ place on the body?
BLM for Bones, Ligaments and Muscles
Sulfurzyme: helps to heal and protect cells, immune support, muscle and joint discomforts
MSM the Youth Nutrient: a natural solution for arthritis, allergies and pain
Essential Oil Supplement: “Super C”
FOS for Gut and Colon Health

*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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Get A Free Raindrop Essential Oils Collection During May

May 1, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Aromatherapy, Back Pain, Buy / Purchase, Energy Healing, Essential Oil Collections, Home Spa, Massage Oils, Men's Health, Mind / Body / Soul, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Natural Health, Oregano, Peppermint, Promotion / Free / Special, Raindrop Technique, Relaxation, Spa / Wellness Products, Stress, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Thyme, Valor, Vita Flex Technique, Wellness, Women's Health by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

From May 1–31, 2010, when you place an order of 265 PV (about $265 wholesale, see why you would want to be a wholesale customer) you’ll receive a Raindrop Technique® collection absolutely free! The Raindrop Essential Oils collection is a retail value of $151.32!

Massage therapy has been shown to have a wide array of benefits, including anxiety reduction, pain relief, and improved circulation. In fact, the therapeutic effects of touch promote all aspects of wellness.

Young Living’s proprietary Raindrop Technique combines the traditional benefits of massage therapy with the art of aromatherapy and the techniques of Vita Flex—rolling and releasing motions that activate the reflex points. The pure therapeutic grade essential oils within the Raindrop Technique collection calm, energize, and soothe the mind and body. More on massage and therapeutic-grade essential oils.

NEW – includes an updated user’s manual fully explains the Raindrop Technique, the oils within the kit, and the massage strokes used.

Raindrop Technique Collection Contains: Seven Single Oils (5ml bottles): Thyme, Basil, Peppermint, Oregano, Wintergreen, Cypress and Marjoram. Two Oil Blends (5ml bottles): Valor® & Aroma Seiz™. Also contains one 8-oz. bottle of Ortho Ease® Aromatherapy Massage Oil and one 8-oz. V-6™ Massage Oil.

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Make Mothers Day Extra Special For Mothers

April 25, 2010 in Application, Aromatherapy, Body Lotion, Calming, Chemicals / Toxic, Diffusing, Foot, Gift, Home Spa, Lavender, Massage Oils, Mother's Day, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Nail Care, Relaxation, Spa / Wellness Products, Young Living Essential Oils by Jonell Elder | No comments

Mothers Day is celebrated once a year and is our time to give extra special thanks and treatment to our Mothers.  It is a special day for them, and we can make any day special for them, but it is nice to have one day to focus on giving them a wonderful, loving day.

It does not have to cost a lot of money, or it can, the choice is yours to make as to what great memories are made with your mother on her day we celebrate her.

Whether you are going to shower her with extravagant gifts of jewelry, travel or fancy cars, or like most of us, giving her what we are able to in the form of our presence, or with smaller gifts, any of these loving ways will no doubt be received with great appreciation and love.

Here is a list of suggestion:

  1. Start her day with a nice breakfast, be it at home or out to her favorite restaurant.
  2. Go to a movie she has been wanting to see or pick up a video to watch at home.
  3. Plan a spa treatment, either at home or at an established spa.
  • You can treat her to a spa treatment in the comfort of her home by:
  1. Begin the preparation of the spa treatment by diffusing Lavender essential oil.
  2. Have soft harp music or whatever is her favorite, playing in the background.
  3. Soak her feet in a warm basin of water which you have added 5-10 drops of Lavender essential oil and 1/2 cup of bath salts.
  4. Dry her feet and give her feet and lower legs a yummy massage with Lavender Hand and Body Lotion.
  5. Trim her toe nails, apply nail polish if she desires.
  6. Soak her hands in a warm basin of water which you have added 5-10 drops of Lavender essential oil and 1/2 cup bath salts.
  7. While her hands are soaking, massage her neck and shoulders with Lavender Hand and Body Lotion or 2-3 drops of Lavender essential oil and about 1/4 teaspoon of V-6 or Virgin Olive Oil.  This may help to relieve any muscle tension.
  8. Dry her hands and give her a yummy massage with Lavender Hand and Body Lotion.
  9. Trim her finger nails, apply nail polish if she desires.

While doing the spa treatment she will be receiving aromatherapy from the Lavender essential oil, which may be very calming and relaxing to her.  To top it off just knowing that what you are applying to your beautiful mother, is totally free of any toxins or caustic chemicals is a blessing in its self.  At the same time you can reminisce about life and share your thanks with her for her love for her family.

End her day with a lovely dinner, once again, either at her favorite restaurant or a relaxing meal at home.

We can very simply show our appreciation or be more grand in our ways, but what is most important is to take the time to spend with our Mothers.

For many of us we are not able to actually physically be with our mothers, as we may live far away. So for sure, give her a call, send her a card, flowers, photographs, Lavender essential oil or Lavender Hand and Body Lotions, or her favorite art or music. Expressing our love and appreciation is what makes the day so very special for our mothers.

If you are one of the many who have lost your mothers, I hope that you are able to take time to remember your mother and give thanks for all you had with her. You too can apply Lavender oil to yourself, by massaging it onto the bottoms of your feet, on your neck and your hands.  This may help you to feel peace and happiness with your memories of your mother.

To all Mothers, may you be blessed with love, good health, peace and gratefulness.

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Sulfurzyme: helps to heal and protect cells, immune support, muscle and joint discomforts

April 17, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Buy / Purchase, Cold / Flu, Digestion, Essential Oil Supplements, Family Health, How do I use, Immune System, Intestinal Health, Liver, Men's Health, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Natural, Natural Health, Nutrition / Diet, Probiotic, Sulfurzyme, Supplements / Vitamins, Testimonials, Wellness, Women's Health by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Sulfurzyme, from Young Living Essential Oils, is a naturally occurring organic form of dietary sulfur needed by our bodies every day to maintain the structure of proteins, protect cells and cell membranes, replenish the connections between cells, and preserve the molecular framework of connective tissue.*

Sulfurzyme is a unique combination of methylsul fonylmethane (MSM), the protein-building compound found in breast milk, fresh fruits and vegetables, and Ningxia wolfberry (Lycium barbarum). Together, they create a new concept in balancing the immune system and supporting almost every major function of the body. Of particular importance is the ability of MSM to equalize water pressure inside of the cells–a considerable benefit for those plagued with bursitis, arthritis, and tendonitis.

Sulfurzyme Contains

  • MSM (Methylsulfonymethane) is a special organic sulfur that combats autoimmune diseases including arthritis, asthma, lupus, and scleroderma. MSM is critical to proper skin, hair, and liver health. MSM is the subject of a bestselling book, The Miracle of MSM, The Natural Solution for Pain, authored by UCLA neuropsychiatrist Ronald Lawrence M.D., Ph.D., and Stanley Jacob, M.D.
  • Ningxia wolfberry (Lycium barbarum) fruit contains minerals and coenzymes to support sulfur metabolism. Ningxia wolfberry supplies nutrients to enhance the proper assimilation and metabolism of sulfur.
  • Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are one of the best documented natural nutrients for promoting the growth of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria, the linchpin of sound health. FOS has also been clinically studied for its ability to increase magnesium and calcium absorption, lower blood glucose, cholesterol, and LDL levels, and to inhibit production of the reductase enzymes that can contribute to cancer. Because FOS may increase magnesium absorption, it may also lead to lowered blood pressure and better cardiovascular health. In addition, FOS also has another benefit – it has a naturally sweet taste. More on FOS for gut and colon health.

  • Sterioside (Stevia rebaudiana)

How to Use Sulfurzyme

Capsules: Take 2 capsules two times daily one hour before or after meals.

Powder: Take 1/2 teaspoon with distilled water two times daily one hour before or after meals

Companion Products:

BLM (more on BLM), Super Cal, Essentialzyme, Ortho Ease, PanAway essential oil (more on PanAway), and Mega Cal

Sulfurzyme Testimonials

Disc Issue

“I second what Vicky suggested on the Raindrop oils. Idaho Balsam Fir and Regenolone/Neurogen creams will help his tissues heal. I had 2 discs in my back that were smashed and dried out due to scoliosis. After 3 years of daily BLM (6 spread thru out the day) (more on BLM), Sulfurzyme (same dose as BLM), MultiGreens and NingXia Red juice (more on NingXia Red), my osteopath was ASTOUNDED to see on my MRI that the discs had returned to as he said “a round juicy healthy state”.

I know it was due to the oils but also, a serious commitment to take BLM and Sulfurzyme religiously, every single day, no matter what. Seeing with my own eyes the changes in these discs made me a lifelong believer in the quality of all the YL products. This young man will need to make his healing a priority, take the supplements and use the oils and cremes that will truly help him heal.

Some people are willing to commit to a healing regime and others are not – so share all you can with him and be sure to say healing of discs takes time. Also, walking backwards daily is great for our discs, drinking half his body weight in ounces of water, exercise (walking is excellent for our backs) and staying alkaline in addition to cleansing will all be part of this healing. Good luck and hope he has great results. Take care,” ~ Rachel C.

Sulfurzyme for Rotator Cuff

“I had a problem with my rotator cuff 13 years ago. The oils helped some but I was discouraged. One day I cornered Gary Young and asked him what I could do. He said,  ”there are products to help you and your challenge is to study and figure it out.”

I took him at his word and started to study and experiment with other products that I had not used. Back then we did not have much to ‘really’ study, so we experimented.

I found what helped me:

Valor rubbed over my shoulder…..followed by Clove. I did this several times a day. Then when Young Living introduced Sulfurzyme I added that product and use it faithfully everyday. 3 teaspoons spaced through out the day.

Today I have no pain and I can raise my arm with no distress or discomfort. In fact I attribute Sulfurzyme a ‘Magic Bullet’ product for joint pain. Today I have added BLM too (more on BLM).

My suggestion is for all of us to keep experimenting and trying new products.

Remember our body chemistries are all different. Respectfully,” ~ Shauna D.

Fractured Ankle

“On 1/26/05 I fractured my right ankle in a fall at work. To make a very long story short, I did not use any drugs, only YL oils and supplements and was back to work in three weeks, using only one crutch as a support for one week and back to my yoga practice in one month. The oils I initially used were PanAway, Idaho Balsam, Lemongrass and Peppermint, every day at least 3 times day for the pain and inflammation.

Once I was walking comfortably, I then rotated Lemongrass every day with Lavender and Marjoram for support and healing of the ligaments and tendons.

At this point I added NeuroGen [no longer available] figuring that there the nerves has also been compromised. The NeuroGen felt wonderful, was immediately cooling, you could just feel it working. From the beginning I was drinking NingXia Red juice (more on NingXia Red), taking BLM (more on BLM) and Sulfurzyme daily according to the label directions.

I have had total healing and only occasionally get a slight twinge of discomfort probably from overdoing. The orthopedic surgeon was not in the least impressed with the oils and told me that it would take at least 8 weeks for a total healing. I knew that I would prove him wrong. He did though prescribe physical therapy, which did help with restoring flexibility. I brought my oils and NeuroGen with me to the therapists, both of whom found the oils amazing. I was told on my last day of therapy that I was the first person they had ever seen in their center to heal so quickly from this kind of injury. I owe it all the YL oils and Gary Young. I would not hesitate to use the supplements. And since I am several years older than you, I can safely say that the healing has been amazing. It would be difficult to say what worked best for me. I believe it was the combination of oils and supplements that I chose that worked best for me synergistically. Good luck,” ~ Jo Ann

Fibromyalgia and Sulfurzyme

“I have received many questions lately about Sulfurzyme, so wanted to share the following information. I think it is one of Young Living’s finest products for pain!

Have used it more than nine years now… to assist with the pain I used to have from Fibromyalgia. Have been pain free on the maintenance dosage for years. Blessings,” ~ Catherine

Sulfurzyme for Pain After Accident

“I have been using the Sulfurzyme for over a year now with great results. I was in an automobile accident and suffered neck and low back injuries. I used a cane any time I was out of the house and sometime when home as well.

Some days were so bad that I used a walker. I have been brought to my knees in extreme pain and put in a wheel chair to get to the dr. Since I have been on the Sulfurzyme I have not used even the cane except for very occasionally. I believe the Sulfurzyme is doing the trick! I have much less pain, my nails are stronger and my hair is thick and full! I love this stuff!” ~ Blessings, Pam

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

Evelyn Vincent

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Article by Evelyn Vincent, Young Living Independent Distributor #476766

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MSM the Youth Nutrient: a natural solution for arthritis, allergies and pain

February 17, 2010 in Acne, Allergies, Alternative Therapies, Anti-Aging, Back Pain, Beauty, Buy / Purchase, DHEA, Education, Family Health, Hair Care, How do I use, Lifestyle, Longevity, Men's Health, Menopause, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Nail Health, Natural, Natural Health, Science, Skin Care, Sleep / Insomnia, Sulfurzyme, Wellness by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Pain — ranging from constant, chronic, to periodic — plagues millions of people around the world, in the form of back pain, muscle pain, headache, arthritis, joint pain, and injuries. When such moments occur we’ve been conditioned to ease the pain, rather than explore what is the cause.

MSM, or Methylsulfonylmethane, the “miracle” supplement is a safe, natural, side-effect-free, nontoxic sulfur compound with potent therapeutic value. Whether it’s your lifestyle that is out of balance or caused an injury, or if you’re looking to enhance your natural lifestyle the research on MSM could be just what you’ve been seeking.

MSM: A New Solution for Arthritis, Allergies, and Pain

MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a natural sulfur-bearing nutrient that occurs widely in nature (found in everything from mother’s breast milk to fresh vegetables). It is an exceptional source of nutritional sulfur–a mineral that is vital to protein synthesis and sound health.

Why is sulfur so important to the body?

Because sulfur is a mineral which, like vitamin C, is constantly being used up and depleted. When we fail to replenish our reserves of nutritional sulfur, we become more vulnerable to disease and degenerative conditions.

Some possible signs of sulfur deficiency are:

  • Poor nail and hair growth
  • Eczema
  • Dermatitis
  • Poor muscle tone
  • Acne / Pimples
  • Gout
  • Rheumatism
  • Arthritis
  • Weakening of nervous system
  • Constipation
  • Impairment of mental faculties
  • Lowered libido

MSM is more than just another essential nutrient

According to research compiled by Ronald Lawrence, Ph.D., M.D., and Stanley Jacob, M.D., MSM represents a safe, natural solution for chronic headaches, back pain, tendonitis, fibromyalgia, rheumatism, arthritis, athletic injuries, muscle spasms, asthma, and allergies.

In a book entitled, The Miracle of MSM, available through Essential Science Publishing, both Dr. Jacobs and Dr. Lawrence discuss how MSM has benefited hundred of patients. A UCLA neuro psychiatrist, Dr. Lawrence is convinced that MSM will revolutionize how millions of people deal with inflammatory autoimmune diseases like rheumatism, asthma, bursitis, and tendinitis, as well as auto immune diseases like arthritis, lupus, scleroderma, and allergies.

Other doctors have also seen their patients dramatically improve using 2 to 4 grams of MSM daily. According to David Blyweiss, M.D., of the Institute of Advanced Medicine in Lauderhill, Florida, many patients experience a 50 percent improvement in their arthritis symptoms, along with less fatigue, better sleep, and better ability to exercise. Dr. Lawrence has also used MSM to improve the condition of patients who were virtually crippled with arthritis and back pain. One patient was able to get out of bed for the first time after just two weeks on MSM. And after two months of MSM use, he could walk to the grocery store.

Another of Dr. Lawrence’s patients was a 70- year-old woman who was suffering from severe arthritis. In this case, MSM actually postponed the need for double knee replacement. In fact, after only two months on oral MSM, she was walking again with much less pain and stiffness.

Numerous other MSM users have experienced results equivalent to cortisone–but without side effects like immune suppression, fluid retention, and weakness.

According to Stanley Jacobs, M.D., there may be no pharmaceutical back pain therapy better–or safer–than MSM. “MSM has an important role to play in the nonsurgical treatment of back pain,” he said. “I have seen several hundred patients for back pain secondary to osteoarthritis, disc degeneration, spinal misalignment’s, or accidents. For such pain related conditions, MSM is usually beneficial.”

“I have been recommending MSM for more than six months,” said Richard Shaefer, a chiropractor from Wheeling, Illinois. “The results have been excellent. I consistently see major reduction in pain and inflammation in arthritic joints, along with improved range of motion. I can’t think of a single individual who isn’t getting some kind of positive effect.”

MSM may have other benefits aside from its pain and inflammation-reducing properties. Numerous patients have reported a surge in energy levels along with thicker hair, nails, and skin. Some have even reported a softening or disappearance of scar tissue.

One user reported a marked increase in stamina and energy after starting on MSM. “For a long while I have had the blahs,” complained Lou Salyer of Tucson, Arizona. “I had no stamina. I had to force myself to get things done around the house. After two days on MSM, it was like a blast of energy. I am amazed at how much I get done now.”

MSM may also do much more than relieve pain.

“Prior to taking MSM (30 grams a day for 20 years), I would have a cold or flu two or three times a year,” stated Dr. Jacobs. “Since I’ve been taking MSM, I’ve not had a single cold or the flu. I can’t say that MSM prevented my cold or the flu, but it is a fascinating observation.”

MSM contains an exceptionally bio-available source of sulfur, one of the most neglected minerals needed by the human body.

Carl Pfeiffer, M.D., Ph.D., a world-renowned expert on nutritional medicine, agrees, “Sulfur is the forgotten essential element.”

Found in such foods as garlic and asparagus, the sulfur within MSM is a critical part of the amino acids cysteine and methionine, which form the building blocks of the nails, hair, and skin. Sulfur is also found in therapeutic mineral baths and hot springs that have brought relief to arthritis sufferers for centuries.

MSM is very closely related to DMSO, a powerful pain reliever that was the subject of a 60 Minutes report in April, 1980. DMSO has been approved by the FDA for interstitial cystitis, a painful urinary tract condition.

MSM the Youth Nutrient

Of particular importance is MSM’s ability to equalize water pressure inside the cells–a considerable benefit for those plagued with bursitis, arthritis, and tendinitis. These kinds of inflammatory outbreaks are created when the water pressure inside the cells jumps past the pressure outside the cells, creating pressure and pain. MSM acts as a sort of cellular safety valve, affecting the protein envelope of the cell so that water transfers freely in and out of the cell. The result: rapid relief and less damage to tissues.

Because MSM elasticizes the hold between the cells, MSM can restore flexibility to inflamed tissues. When our bodies grow older and are chronically shortchanged of key minerals like sulfur and MSM, the bonds between our cells become increasingly rigid and brittle–a condition that can lead to a loss in skin flexibility and contribute to skin wrinkles. The internal manifestations of this cellular brittleness are far less visible but have a far greater negative impact on the body. MSM’s ability to reintroduce flexibility into cell structures, therefore, can have widespread restorative affects.

Young Living Products Containing MSM

BLM Powder and BLM Capsules: BLM™ supports normal bone and joint health.* This formula combines powerful all-natural ingredients, such as type II collagen, MSM, glucosamine sulfate, and manganese citrate, enhanced with therapeutic-grade essential oils. These ingredients have been shown to support healthy cell function and encourage joint health and fluid movement.*

Manganese (from manganese citrate): 1 mg per serving Potassium (as potassium chloride): 48 mg per serving MSM: 24 mg per serving Glucosamine Sulfate: 373 mg per serving

Sulfurzyme and Sulfurzyme Capsules: Sulfurzyme® combines wolfberry with MSM, a naturally occurring organic form of dietary sulfur needed by our bodies every day to maintain the structure of proteins, protect cells and cell membranes, replenish the connections between cells, and preserve the molecular framework of connective tissue.* MSM also supports the immune system, the liver, circulation, and proper intestinal function and works to scavenge free radicals.* Wolfberries contain minerals and co-enzymes that support the assimilation and metabolism of sulfur.* FOS is added to this formula to support normal digestive system health.*

MSM (methylsulfonymethane): 1.2 g per serving Ningxia Wolfberry (Lycium barbarum fruit): 155 mg per serving

Power Meal: A delicious, satisfying, rice-based meal replacement, Power Meal is rich in calcium, antioxidants and amino acids, and delivers an impressive 20 grams of protein per serving plus a complete vitamin, mineral and enzyme profile.

Prenolone+ (with DHEA) Cream: Prenolone® Plus Body Cream has the same high-quality, natural ingredients as Prenolone Body Cream with the addition of DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone ). DHEA production peaks near age twenty and steadily declines with age.

Progessence Cream: Progessence™ Cream contains only safe, natural ingredients formulated to rejuvenate skin, including progesterone, antioxidant wolfberry oil, herbs such as wild yam and black and blue cohosh, MSM, vitamins, and a powerful blend of therapeutic- grade essential oils. Because of their unique ability to penetrate into the heart of cells, essential oils increase the effectiveness of this soothing formula.

Regenolone Moisturizing Cream: Regenolone™ Moisturizing Cream contains herbal extracts known for their nourishing skin benefits along with pregnenolone, a precursor for progesterone. Wild yam, progesterone, and black and blue cohosh are added, along with a special blend of therapeutic-grade essential oils, to enhance skin penetration and overall effectiveness.

Evelyn Vincent

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Article by Evelyn Vincent, Young Living Independent Distributor #476766

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