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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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"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss

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) Back pain.

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)

Two essential oil blends from Young Living are well known by users for their pain-relieving properties. The first is 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.

The second blend is 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 essential oil can help relieve muscle aches, pain and stiffness by dilating blood vessels and bringing additional circulation to the area.

Other Essential oils that have also been useful for pain discomforts:

  • Copaiba (strong anti-inflammatory properties)
  • Motivation or Gentle Baby essential oil blends (I like these for muscle cramps)
  • Idaho Balsam Fir (anti-inflammatory properties)
  • Nutmeg (anti-inflammatory)
  • Palo Santo (this has worked well for my stiff neck)
  • Frankincense (helps muscles to relax)

I very rarely use one single essential oil for my aches and pains, I prefer using 2 or 3 at a time with 1 TBSP Cle-Lite Magic Massage Oil. I like the synergistic effect that occurs when they work together.

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.

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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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"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss

A popular way to use therapeutic essential oils to stay well during plane and vacation travel is to apply a couple drops of Thieves essential oils to the soles of your feet before leaving home – and – put several drops of Thieves essential oil or the blend R.C. on a cotton ball, place the cotton ball in a small baggie and every hour open the baggie and take several deep inhalations. The benefits of this are likely to help you not catch a cold or virus while traveling.

For air sickness, many rub a drop of either Peppermint or Ginger behind their ears. You will want to use a little carrier oil with either o these essential oils as they may be slightly irritating to delicate skin.

Prevent Motion Sickness Recipe

  • 2 drops Peppermint
  • 2 drops Ginger
  • 5 drops V-6 Massage Oil (a carrier oil)

Rub 6-10 drops of the above mixture on chest and stomach 1 hour before traveling.

Stomach Upsets, Stomach Cramping, Dysentery

Nothing can ruin a vacation than having to be near a toilet all of the time. There are a few therapeutic essential oil choices for bad bugs in the tummy. The most important thing to start doing a couple of weeks or month before leaving home is to get plenty of good bacteria in your gut – Life 5 is an excellent probiotic, 1-2 capsules daily are usually enough to get you in good shape. Young Living’s Life 5 is superior to all other acidolphilis supplements I’ve seen – I highly recommend it. Please check with authorities before leaving on your trip and see how many capsules you are allowed to bring (a full bottle may not be allowed, check first).

Essential Oils Known for Helping Stomach Upsets

The antibacterial, antiparasitic and antifungal properies of therapeutic essential oils can bring tremendous relief quickly. Those which would be the best for a travel First Aid kit are:

  • Thieves and Peppermint essential oils for dysentery. Mix 5 drops each with a little olive oil in a “00″ capsule (do not make these ahead of time as they could leak and make a mess). Please do NOT take other brands of essential oils internally, they are not superior quality and are not for internal use.
  • Di-Gize is a good choice for nausea and your average upset stomach. This essential oil blend can be applied topically to the abdomen with a little V-6 Massage Oil.

Essential Oil Travel First Aid Kit

Because I use essential oils for absolutely everything I would certainly be packing a smaller essential oil First Aid kit. Here is a list of the essential oils and products I would want and what I would use each for:

  1. Thieves essential oil - cleansing wounds, preventing skin infections, insect stings, for inhaling (especially good when around people who are sick/coughing, sneezing)
  2. Peppermint essential oil - achy, sore muscles, and headache pain, a drop in a glass of water for flavoring and enhanced digestion, inhale for alertness and congestion, several drops applied to soles of the feet to reduce fever, freshening stinky indoor/hotel air
  3. Lavender essential oil – skin issues and irritations, burns, scrapes, bites, deodorant, calming, can’t sleep
  4. Di-Gize essential oil - stomach upsets and food poisoning
  5. Lemon, Mountain Savory, Oregano essential oils - I combine 4 drops of  each essential oil in a “00″ capsule and add a little olive oil or V-6 and take twice a day when I find myself in a position of being prescribed an antibiotic – this is what I use in place of antibiotics when necessary. This for me is a lifesaver since I cannot take antibiotic drugs. I would make sure to bring some empty “00″ capsules so I can make this blend if necessary. Do NOT use other brands of essential oils in this way, internally, as they are adulterated and not for internal use. Because these 3 essential oils are highly antibacterial and antiviral, I wouldn’t hesitate to take 2 capsules a day if I felt a cold or flu bug coming on!
  6. LavaDerm Cooling Mist Spray – skin irritations, sunburn, cuts, scrapes
  7. Thieves Ultra Toothpaste – this is the best toothpaste ever, and it’s edible! It can also be used as an underarm deodorant.
  8. Life 5 supplement - maintaining good stomach/gut bacteria, great if you’ve eatten bad food

All of the above are the absolute minimum I would want to have on hand when doing any kind of traveling, hiking or camping.

If I had the space and could take more, I would also include…

  • Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier - this is great for keeping cold and flu-free, no chemicals so it’s great for kids too! I would also use it as an antibacterial if I got a cut, scrape, mild skin infection.
  • Palo Santo essential oil – to repel insects, and topically for sore achy muscles
  • Melrose essential oil - topically for skin fungus, wound cleaning/healing
  • Stress Away essential oil Roll-On – alleviate stress, and as a perfume (scent is lovely)
  • R.C. essential oil - inhale or topically on chest for congestion/respiratory, terrific for MRSA infection situations

Each person and family are different, please see this list to get ideas of which essential oils and products would be right for you and your family when traveling.

And remember… place your order 1-2 weeks before you plan to go away!

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Taking Essential Oils on Air Planes

While most countries will allow you to bring essential oils with you into the country, there may be some countries that restrict or impose duties on items you bring into the country with you (especially if you plan on selling them). For tips and information for those in the U.S. on traveling to specific countries, visit the U.S. State Department Many other countries also have international travel information specific for their country posted on the internet. Please inquire about this before you leave so that you don’t risk having your essential oils taken away.

Enjoy your vacation!

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"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss

Non toxic pest control!! Isn’t that a much better way to get rid of pesty critters?  Are you looking for ways that are Eco-friendly, natural, green and organic to help in the removal of pesty bugs without toxic chemicals?  In this article you will learn different ways to do just that.

Among the many chemicals in our industrial environment that get into our systems and make us sick are the pesticides we use in our homes and in our gardens. We use them because they are toxic to the creatures that bug us, but they are also toxic to us. Sometimes the toxicity is immediately apparent: we get a headache, get sick or feel nauseous from the fumes or other contact.

Sometimes the toxicity is subtle and can accumulate resulting in chronic complaints and disorders that can be serious and even deadly over time (including allergies, cancer and miscarriages). Sometimes we even put poisons on our pets to deal with ticks and fleas, not understanding or realizing that these substances are not health for our animals or us.

We don’t need poisons to kill pests. We can repel them (and even sometimes kill them) with substances that are not only harmless to us but are actually healthful to us. What could this be? Therapeutic-grade essential oils.

One way to do this is to get a pistol-grip squirt bottle. Mix a few drops of the essential oil with some water, shake it up, and start firing.  You can do this with most pests.

Specific Oils for Specific Insects

  • Ants: Peppermint or Spearmint.  Smear a line of peppermint or spearmint across your kitchen counter or floor, or place a few drops on a cotton ball and put in their pathway.  The ants won’t cross the line. If you already have a line of ants invading your house, just draw a line of oil across their path and they will turn back. It is fun to watch.*
  • Aphids: Cedarwood, Hyssop, Peppermint or Spearmint.  Mix a few drops of the essential oil with some water, in a pistol grip squirt bottle, shake it up, and squirt the leaves and this drives the bugs away with no harm to your plant.*
  • Bee or wasp stings: Lavender, blend of Purification or Thieves.  To  neutralize the toxin and relieve the pain, apply a drop to the effected area.*
  • Beetles: Peppermint or Thyme
  • Caterpillars: Spearmint or Peppermint
  • Chiggers: Lavender, Lemongrass, Sage or Thyme
  • Cutworm: Thyme or Sage
  • Fleas: Peppermint, Lemongrass, Spearmint, Lavender or blend of Purification. Put a drop of any of these oils on your pets collar. Depending on the size of your dog or cat, the essential oil may be applied to the back of their neck and to the pads of their feet. It is very important to understand the power and concentration of quality essential oils and how to apply them safely to your pets Please contact me for more detailed information.
  • Flies: Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary or Sage
  • Gnats: Palo Santo, Patchouli, Spearmint or blend of Purification.
  • Lice: Cedarwood, Peppermint or Spearmint
  • Mosquitoes: Lavender, Lemongrass, Palo Santo or blend of Purification
  • Moths: Cedarwood, Hyssop, Lavender, Peppermint or Spearmint
  • Plant Lice: Peppermint or Spearmint
  • Slugs: Cedarwood, Hyssop or Pine.  Another tip, if you are a beer drinker, set cans or bottles with a little bit of beer left in the container, around the yard or garden. Slugs love beer and they crawl into the bottle, slurp it up and die.
  • Snails: Cedarwood, Pine, Patchouli
  • Spiders: Peppermint, Spearmint
  • Ticks: Lavender, Lemongrass, Palo Santo Sage, or Thyme. Put a drop directly on the tick, wait and pull it out with tweezers. Palo Santo seems to work the best.
  • Weevils: Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood
  • Insect Repellent: Lavender, Palo Santo or the blend of Purification.  Apply any of these oils on exposed skin, run your hands through your hair and over your clothing.  If you do get bit by mosquitoes, apply directly on the bite: Lavender, or Purification
  • Fruit Flies and Gnat’s: Diffuse Palo Santo or the blend of Purification.
  • Horse Flies: For horses, dab Lavender on their harnesses.

Do you ever have a situation where flies are really bugging you?  Try this tip:

  • Fill a zip lock bag with water and 5 or 6 pennies and hang it in the problem area.

Regarding the science behind zip log bags of water, millions of molecules of water present its own prism effect and given that flies have a lot of eyes, to them it’s like a zillion disco balls reflecting light, colors and movement in a dizzying manner. When you figure that flies are prey for many other bugs, animals, birds, etc., they simply won’t take the risk of being around that much perceived action.

May you be less bugged during those pesty times of year and feel the added benefit of the use of therapeutic-grade essential oils and feel healthier from not using toxic chemicals that are in so many pest control products.

If you have any questions or would like to place an order please contact me.

Note: Not all essential oils are the same. Therapeutic-grade essential oils are steam distilled and wild crafted, their oils are carefully extracted by way of hot water and steam and they are free from any synthetic chemicals. Many labels use the words “For External Use Only,” which means that they might include chemicals other than pure oil.

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* 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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Deep Relief Roll-On was formulated to relieve muscle soreness and tension. Deep Relief contains the therapeutic essential oils of Peppermint, Wintergreen, Copaiba, and Palo Santo as well as others to play an integral part of healing in this blend. Deep Relief is portable and easy to use for convenience.

“I love this new blend for my stuff, tense neck and shoulders – my headache prevention. If I didn’t have a home office and had to battle rush hour traffic everyday – you bet this would be one of the staples in my car! Instead, mine sits on my nightstand, I keep it handy if I have some tension in my back or shoulders prior to falling asleep. Like last night when I started to get a muscle cramp on the side of my neck – 5 minutes later, I was as good as new! This one Young Living essential oil blend I certainly want in my Emergency Preparedness / First Aid Kit!” ~ Evelyn Vincent

Tension headaches, tight muscles, and overall soreness are commonalities of most adults. Deep Relief Essential Oil Roll-On offers a convenient, natural remedy to these indications. What makes Deep Relief a great, natural solution for muscle soreness and tension relief ? Several essential oils highly regarded for anti-inflammatory properties are found in this blend. Peppermint, wintergreen, and Copaiba are just three of the key ingredients that contribute to efficacy of Deep Relief.

Primary Benefits of Deep Relief Roll-On

  • Peppermint and wintergreen essential oils soothe sore joints and ligaments
  • Deep Relief Essential Oil Roll-On helps counter stressed nerves
  • Copaiba essential oil reduces inflammation and muscle spasms
  • Deep Relief Essential Oil Roll-On eases tight, sore muscles
  • The essential oil roll-on offers portability convenience in a no-mess application

Key Essential Oils in the Deep Relief Essential Oil Blend

  • Peppermint essential oil (Menthe piperita) is one of the most highly regarded herbs for soothing stomach discomfort. It has also been found to relieve tension and discomfort of the neck and head.
  • Copaiba essential oil (Copaifera L. genus) is commonly used in anti-inflammatory recipes prescribed by Amazonian traditional medical practitioners. Featured in European and North American pharmacopeias, copaiba is recognized for reducing inflammation and muscle spasms.
  • Helichrysum essential oil (Helichrysum italicum) has been studied by European researchers for regenerating tissue and improving circulation. In short supply, helichrysum is one of Young Living’s most prized oils. Helichrysum can be used for aromatherapy or diffused to aid in tension relief.
  • Palo Santo essential oil (Bursera graveolens) is known as a spiritual oil. Palo Santo, harvested at Gary Young’s Ecuador farm, has traditionally been used to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Palo Santo adds purity to Deep Relief Essential Oil Roll-On.

How To Use Deep Relief

Apply generously on location every fifteen minutes for up to four applications. For head tension, apply over temples and on forehead (avoiding eye area).

Stress Away Essential Oil Roll-On

Stress Away Roll-On is a unique blend of vanilla, lime, and other essential oils makes relieving daily stress convenient and easy. This blend smells so wonderful I wear it as a perfume!

Stress Away also includes copaiba and lavender to reduce mental rigidity and restore equilibrium. It also features powerful plant constituents, such as the cedrol found in cedarwood and the eugenol that occurs naturally in vanilla. Cedrol can help induce relaxation, while eugenol works to reduce nervous tension. All of these ingredients are expertly blended with the exotic scent of ocotea, an exclusive Ecuador single.

Adding to the uplifting aroma of Stress Away is a subtle hint of lime, from coumarin-free lime essential oil. Regular lime, like most citrus essential oils, contains coumarins that are potentially photo-sensitizing and damaging to the skin, this lime essential oil minimizes any skin sensitivity, particularly when used while in the sun.

Stress Away Benefits

  • Reduce stress any time, anywhere with the convenience and portability of an essential oil roll-on.
  • Use Stress Away in anticipation of events or situations that may cause mental tension.
  • Lessening normal everyday stress can lead to improved sleep and elevated state of mind.

Key Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils in Stress Away

  • Vanilla – the warm, sweet aroma of vanilla calms and reduces tension.
  • Lime – the delicious scent of lime is robust and refreshing.
  • Ocotea – ocotea is an exotic scent somewhat similar to cinnamon.
  • Cedarwood - one of the highest known levels of sesquiterpenes, cedarwood works with the brain to improve relaxation.
  • Copaiba – supports the Stress Away blend with the powerful constituent beta caryophyllene.
  • Lavender – a floral scent that helps calms any tense mood.

How To Use Stress Away Roll-On

Shake well and apply generously to wrists, neck, arms, or anywhere you love experiencing essential oils.

Notable Facts About the essential Oils in Stress Away

  • Ocotea essential oil is derived from the tall ocotea tree and has a long history of traditional usage in the Amazon.
  • Copaiba is the only essential oil extracted through tapping, similar to how maple and rubber are gathered.
  • The vanilla in Stress Away does not contain water, unlike most vanilla oil sold on the market today.

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"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss

Bed bugs are escalating because of global travel; the increase of homeless and underground communities; the popularity of “Flea” markets and 2nd-hand store merchandise. The escalation of bed bugs is alarming and people should be aware of the problem, how difficult it is to be rid of them, yet not be too discouraged, because there are natural, safe, chemical free ways to have those bed bugs be gone.

If you’re traveling or you’ve just recently purchased some used furniture, it’s a good idea to do an inspection for any mature bed bugs.  Bed bugs tend to be found in dwellings that are frequently used, like motels, hotels, apartments, dorms, care facilities, and most especially used furniture.

If you think you’re being bitten, it’s best to do a search of your home for these pests.  Bedding, clothes hampers, throw rugs, pillows and furniture are probably the first places you’ll want to search for bed bugs.

Vacuuming the mattress, using the “Bed Bug Spray” mentioned below, and applying a seal-able cover over the mattress should be sufficient.  Meanwhile, all clothes, linens, and bedding should be washed in HOT water, and the surrounding area vacuumed thoroughly.

Make sure that you dry the sheets and clothes in the dryer and not on a clothes line, as it is the long time in the dryer, not the washing machine, that will really ensure the bed bugs are dead.

Essential oil lovers prefer the Eco-friendly approach, and research shows that tree oils work best against parasites and menacing insects. Gary Young touts the praises of Palo Santo oil as the first choice for insect repellent. Palo Santo comes from an Ecuadoran tree which develops a resin to protect against infestation and it is from that resin that Young Living distills the Palo Santo oil.

Eucalyptus has been used historically for bed bugs, and Eucalyptus Blue is the first anti-viral Eucalyptus Oil . Native American Indians relied on pine needles and Cedarwood chips in their mattresses to ward off ticks and fleas.

Young Living essential oils are the essential oils that are being recommended for the following suggestions, as these essential oils are high quality therapeutic-grade essential oils.  Read more on quality of oils.

Bed Bug Spray

  • 10 drops of Palo Santo
  • 6 drops of Eucalyptus Blue
  • 5 drops of Cedarwood

Combine with 4 oz. Distilled Water in a dark glass Spritzer bottle.

Mattress Sachets

To go after nesting eggs, combine Cornstarch or Baking Soda in Cotton Tea bags with:

  • Palo Santo
  • Eucalyptus Blue
  • Cedarwood

Place bags on underside of mattress.

Washing Bed Linens:

  • Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Purification Oil Blend
  1. 2-4 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner for a medium to large load.
  2. 4-6 drops of Purification oil blend.

Bug Bites:

  • Lavender
  • Purification Oil Blend

Apply 1 drop of either oil to the bug bites.

Diffuse:

  • Palo Santo
  • Eucalyptus Blue
  • Cedarwood

In a cold air diffuser, fill the reservoir with 10-15 drops of either, Palo Santo,  Eucalyptus Blue or Cedarwood.

Spray on Bed Between Linen Changes: Thieves Spray

Palo Santo Oil: Palo Santo (Bursera graveolens) comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense, although it is found in South America rather than the Middle East. Like frankincense, Palo Santo is known as a spiritual oil, traditionally used by the Incas to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Even its Spanish name reflects how highly this oil is regarded: Palo Santo means “holy wood” or “sacred wood.” The resin forms only after the tree is down for 5 years, and this resin from which the oil is extracted, protects the tree from various parasites.*

Eucalyptus Blue Oil: Eucalyptus Blue has a fresh, invigorating aroma that supports normal breathing and soothes tense muscles. This essential oil is grown and harvested in Ecuador. This is the first form of Eucalyptus that is also anti-viral. This essential oil contains high levels of the powerful constituents eucalyptol and alpha-pinene, and follows in the same tradition as a repellent to insects.*

Cedarwood Oil: Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) has a warm, balsamic, woody aroma. It is relaxing and soothing when used for massage, and has long been used as a beneficial ingredient in cosmetic preparations for oily skin.*

Purification® Oil Blend: Purification® is a powerful blend of Therapeutic Grade A Melaleuca (Tea Tree oil); Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Lavandin and Myrtle essential oils. Purification® can be used directly on the skin to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes. When diffused, it helps to purify and cleanse the air from environmental impurities including cigarette smoke and other disagreeable odors.*

Thieves Household Cleaner: Experience the wonder of Thieves® Household Cleaner, as tough stains and problem areas in your home become simple and easy to clean without using harsh or abrasive chemicals. Thieves Essential Oil is legendary as was proven at Weber State University to exhibit a kill rate of 99.96% against all airborne bacteria including MRSA, Staph, Strep, e-Coli and Toxic Black Mold. While bacteria can be dangerous, some industrial cleaners on the market pose an even larger threat to your health. Thieves Household Cleaner is a safe all-purpose “green” concentrate that can be used in every room in your home, without the harsh chemicals. Dilution ratios are listed on the label for your convenience.

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Having to deal with elimination of bed bugs can be a trying experience and if you are dealing with a large infestation, you may have to call in professionals.  I hope that anyone reading this article will have success in getting rid of bed bugs, using natural ways, rather then chemicals that could be harmful to be around.  Best of luck to you, and here’s to success in having a bed bug free environment.  And remember if you are traveling to take along the Bed Bug Spray and spray down the bed and bedding.  Sure as heck won’t hurt and hopefully you will never have to deal with bed bugs.

If you would like to contact me with any questions, if I can help you with your order, or if you would like other essential oil tips, please contact me.

* 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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ecuador-farm-palo-santo-treeOn the 10th day of Christmas Young Living scent to me, 10 Palo Santo, 9 ImmuPower, 8 Sacred Mountain, 7 Christmas Spirit, 6 Myrrh and Myrtle,  5 Balsam Fir, 4 Frankincense, 3 Wise Men, 2 NingXia Reds and a bottle of Lavender oil.

(Palo Santo tree on Young Living Farm in Guayaquil, Ecuador.) (Read more on Young Living farms)

During the Christmas season and really all year long, throughout the world there are  too many negative things going on and people tend to feed off the news that is full of negativity and negative energy.

Fortunately not all news is negative and actually during this time of the year there is more positive news because people are reminded of those that have less and our generosity comes out to help those in need.

However we do have to contend with bad news and the negative affects it may cause in our lives, in our heart, soul and minds.  What can we do to turn the negative thoughts and feelings around to positive?  There are many ways, but I would like to focus right now on Young Living therapeutic grade essential oil Palo Santo.

Palo santo (Bursera graveolens) comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense, although it is found in the rich jungles of South America rather than the Middle East. Like frankincense, palo santo is known as a spiritual oil, traditionally used by the Incas to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Even its Spanish name reflects how highly this oil is regarded: Palo Santo means “holy wood” or “sacred wood.”  Very fitting essential oil to learn about during the Christmas season.

palo-santoHow to use: For topical use, dilute 50-50 ratio and apply 1-2 drops on affected area. For aromatic use, inhale directly as needed or diffuse/humidify for 10-15 minutes daily. Keep in a cool, dark place.

To help with the negative feelings, apply 2-3 drops of Palo Santo and 2-3 drops of V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex to the soles of the feet, over the crown chakra, and heart chakra. (Read more on Chakras). After applying, cup hands over the nose (without touching skin or eyes) and inhale deeply 2-3 times. Sit peacefully and think about what brings you joy.  This has helped me when I have had a hard day.*

Diffusing Palo Santo

Palo Santo can be diffused and may help to cleanse the the air of negative energies. Put 10-20 drops of Palo Santo in your Young Living diffuser, diffuse for 30-60 minutes twice a day (morning and evening).

If you are feeling like you need help removing negative energies that have creeped into your life, Palo Santo may be just what you need to help get to a more positive place in your life. May you find peace and keep it with you.

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* 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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pets-animals-cat-dogDog and cat lovers want to do the best for their pets. Some of us spoil our pets more then others, like ordering natural foods and meats, that come delivered right to their home.  I’ve even watched programs where ones pet eats better then they do.  That’s a bit over the top as far as my way of thinking goes, but whatever works for each of us, to help us feel we are doing the best for our pets, well that’s what’s important.

We also want to try to take care of our pet’s health problems.  Many of us would prefer not using drugs on our pets and instead we are in search of pure and natural products that are healthier for them. From shampoos and flea and parasite medicines, to pain relief and even anxiety relief.  We just want our pets to be comfortable and happy, just like they make us feel.

Not only is it good to feed our pets well, but it is also important to give them pure water, just like what we drink.  Many times if they are drinking the water that comes from the faucet, which in many homes has chlorine in the water, this can lead to skin problems, which causes itching and the scratching can lead to more discomfort for them.  So remember when filling their water bowl, to use purified or filtered water.

When applying essential oils to pets it is important to use quality therapeutic-grade essential oils and  it is always best to use less then more.  Always mix what ever oil you are using, with at least 1/8-1/4 teaspoon of a pure olive oil or V6 Mixing Oil and apply to the pads of their feet.  Of course be sure to stay away from their eyes.

If you have a pet that is “jittery”, either from noises, like thunder, or when they are around people, or if they are afraid to have a bath, there are a few oils that may be good for calming them and ourselves too.  Lavender and the blend of RutaVala are excellent.  RuatVala is a blend of Ruta graveolens (rue) oil, valeriana officinalis (valerian) root oil, and lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil.   Diffusing Valerian may be a big help too.

What I do is is put a drop or two of the essential oil in the palm of my hand and rub my hands together.  Kneeling down by the animal, I then let them get comfortable and smell my hands and let them get used to the scent.  I then would give them a nice petting.  Next I would put a few more drops in the palm of my hand and rub the oil onto the pads of their feet and also massage the tips of their ears. I find this always does the trick on calming my animals.*

Allergies can be caused from fleas, food, and reaction to the environment like from walking on lawns that have been fertilized. Or even from household cleaners, such as floor and carpet cleaners.  A very gentle essential oil to use for allergies would be lavender.*  Once again you would want to mix 1-2 drops with 1/8-1/4 teaspoon of pure olive oil or V6 Mixing Oil and rub onto the pads of their feet.  You can also put 1-2 drops on the skin and seal it with Animal Scents Ointment.  V6 Mixing Oil Ingredients: Fractionated Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sesamum Indicum‡ (Sesame) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, and Olea Europaea‡ (Olive) Fruit Oil. animal_scents-pets-dog-cat

Animal Scents Shampoo

Use Animal Scents Shampoo every time you give your pet a bath.  It is free of any bad ingredients. The ingredients are:  Demineralized water, saponified oils of coconut and olive, Animal Scents† Shampoo Essential Oil Complex [citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)†, lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida)†, lemon (Citrus limon)†, geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)† and spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi)†] vegetable gum, aloe vera and rosemary extract.

For a flea bath add 1-2 drops of each of these oils to the Animal Scents Shampoo:

Citronella, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Melrose and Pine

If your pet has fleas wouldn’t you rather have a product for your pets that is free of toxins and chemicals?  That’s where Young Livings quality therapeutic-grade essential oils come in.  For my cat I use either Palo Santo or the blend of Purification.  Ingredients of Purification: Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Melaleuca (Melaleuca alternifolia) lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida), and myrtle (Myrtus communis). I put 1 drop in the palm of my hand and rub my hands together, then I rub the back of his neck and also the bottoms of his feet.

I also have a glass spray bottle with 8 ounces of purified water with1-2 drops of each these oils:

Eucalyptus, Orange, Citronella, Cedarwood

Shake well and spray all over their body.  Keeping away from the eyes is important.  This is also a nice bug repellent for us.*

For Hot Spots (exposed bare flesh)

Mix about 2 tablespoons of V6 Mixing Oil with  8 drops of Helichrysum in a spray bottle.  Spaying the area twice per day, the biting/chewing and pain may cease very quickly.*

Sometimes our pets get upset stomachs that can cause diarrhea.  What I have done with my dogs is whenever they get diarrhea from licking, sniffing or however, I put 1-3 drops of Thieves with 1/8-1/4 teaspoons of olive oil or V6 Mixing Oil and apply it to their front paws.  Within a day or so they are back to normal.*  I also use Thieves on myself when I feel myself coming down with a cold.  I apply the Thieves and olive oil to my chest and/or neck and by the next day I feel better.*

I wash their bedding with Thieves Household Cleaner and during the rinse cycle I will add 5-10 drops of any of these oils; peppermint, lemon, purification or eucalyptus.  Thieves Household Cleaner is a product that can replace all your household cleaners in your home and it is a green product.

Wouldn’t you like to show your pets how much you love them?  Then why not get started with these natural ways to help them to be healthier and more comfortable, so that they can continue to bring you the joy and laughter that is natural to them.

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