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Merry Christmas with Essential Oils & Aromatherapy EBooks from Kindle

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:02:00 +0000

Here is a 6-week course for $9.99
What a great gift for YOU or
someone else who wants to take
charge of their health with essential oils!

First off, Merry Christmas!

Second, did you know that you don't need to have an Amazon Kindle to read Kindle books? (I didn't) (Although a Kindle is pretty nice...) You simply download a FREE App from Kindle and then go ahead and make use of all the eBooks that Kindle has available at incredibly read-worthy prices! (Click into the APPS for All Page to get the App you need- or see below)

Third, there is quite a collection of Kindle eBooks dealing with essential oils and Aromatherapy. Click on them to read their descriptions and reviews. Although there is a LOTTA information online, it's still nice to have a book to read from cover to cover, something that has been researched and rated (whereas, alas, most websites are not).

EBooks make excellent gifts, did you know? Any Kindle book available for purchase in the Kindle Store can be given as a gift to anyone with an e-mail address. You do not need a Kindle device to send or receive Kindle book gifts, and the recipient can read their gift on a registered Kindle device or any free Kindle reading application. You don't have to pay to ship them. You don't have to wrap them. Gosh, you don't even have to include an expensive card. (Now that is making me sound like a real chintz, isn't it? Well, you know what I mean) AND, if you are downloading to a reader device, you are saving all those trees!! And bookshelf space!! You're a good friend and a hero...

You don't need a Kindle Reader Device to read any of the Kindle EBooks-- just download an APP (free) for your device or PC by clicking below:

Back in the Loop...

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:39:00 +0000

I apologize for not having been on here for yanks... but Facebook*, bless 'em, made it rather expedient for me to get back here and update... and update I must, for I fear that most of the links on my informational blogs (how to deal with flu, etc.) are broken, out-of-date, embarrassingly linked to non-existent sites, etc. It will be a long job, but I'm on it!

In the meantime, I am also going to start posting some fresh articles and items about the many uses and loves for pure essential oils. Can you see that I have added a store-- well, it's a pseudo-store, really, just a place with a bunch of products that you can purchase through Amazon.com. Prices are certainly good.

Looking forward to going forward again! Fragrant blessings to you!

*Come join our Group on Facebook... we will be more active than we have been so we don't get turfed... tell us what you like about essential oils, how you use them, etc....
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Essential Oils for Kidney Stones

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 05:49:00 +0000

Frankincense Tree

This post appeared originally in December 2007 and is the most frequently viewed post in this blog.
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Today's excellent suggestion originated in a post by Jessica Wild, the author and moderator of the Wild Harvest Yahoo! group(no longer active) in response to a group member's question about her husband either flushing a kidney stone or relieving the pain associated with it.

Jessica suggests a combination of 10 drops of pure Frankincense and 10 drops of pure Lemon essential oil in a capsule, taken every four hours.

The beautiful aromatic essential oil of Frankincense is obtained by distilling the bark of the Frankincense tree that grows in Somalia, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia and China. You will likely be familiar with the reference to Frankincense from the gifts that the Magi brought to the Christ Child, immortalized in the Christmas carol "We Three Kings" (as an aside, there is nothing in the Bible to indicate how many kings, or wise men, actually visited the Christ Child in his birth cave/stable). Along with Myrrh and

Gold, it was considered a very precious commodity of the time... in fact, an essential part of any wealthy family's 'medicine cabinet', if you will pardon the pun.
Frankincense was used as a cleanser and a balm for wounds, to quell fevers, fight coughs and colds, soothe bronchitis, clear laryngitis, calm the stressed, and embalm the dead. Frankincense was a birth-to-death agent.

Pure, unadulterated Frankincense essential oil still works. It makes perfect sense as a purifying, calming additive in a capsule to help with kidney stones.

Pure Lemon Essential Oil is high in antioxydants, provides a wonderful emotional lift, and appears to boost the immune system in doing its job. It is tonic, astringent and antiseptic. A great deal has been recorded about the ability of lemon juice to dissolve gallstones, so commonsense would indicate that pure lemon essential oil would also be useful in dealing with kidney stones.

On the tenth day of Christmas
My Aromatherapist gave to me
Frankincense and Lemon for the stones in my kidney...
9 drops Marjoram to deal with insomineeeee (a)
An 8-Lemon Drop Co-oo-ookie
Fragrance so Seventh Heaven-ly!
Six drops of Geranium,
Five ---- Drops--- of ----- Myrrh
Four big drops of Thieves blend
Three Raindrop treatments...
Two Eucalyptus Globulus
and
A bottle of pure Ro-s-e-mary....

**I am not a medical person (doctor, nurse, dentist, etc.) but make any references to the healing capabilities of essential oils on the basis of testimonials from real live people who have experienced or observed first-hand results.

7 Natural Ways to Use Essential Oils For Prevention and Relief of Nausea

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:30:00 +0000

By Judy Lausch

Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms that come from irritation to the intestinal tract, but they can also be associated with other illnesses such as diabetes, and are linked with disturbances in the inner ear. Putrid odors, jet lag, headaches, food allergies, poor digestion and both emotional and physical stress can cause this ugly feeling.

Nausea is that unpleasant sensation that makes you feel like you want to vomit. Vomiting is the forceful expulsion of contents from the stomach through the mouth.

There are several ways to deal with this difficulty and perhaps the safest and most effective way is very natural: the use of essential oils. Here are seven ways to use essential oils for the prevention and relief of nausea:

Many aromatherapists recommend a very gentle massage with essential oils over the stomach area. In this instance you would dilute the chosen essential oils into a carrier oil base, and then rub a few drops of the blend over the tummy. You can also rub 1-3 drops behind each ear (over the mastoid).
Some may find a massage uncomfortable, and in this case a compress may be preferred. Here you could put about two cups of warm water in a sink or basin, add 10-15 drops the chosen essential oils, and after swishing the oils around to disperse them, put a cotton washcloth into the solution, gently wring it out, and then place the cloth over the tummy.
Simple inhalation may be the easiest and best way to relieve or prevent nausea. You can either inhale directly from the bottle of essential oil, or put a few drops on a tissue or cotton ball. This can be stored in a baggy, then taken out for a whiff when the sense of nausea come on.
Try adding a drop of Peppermint (Mentha piperita) or Spearmint (Mentha spicata) to an Altoid or breath mint, if you feel a bout of nausea coming on. Often this will prevent an attack, and is quite tasty.
Drink some chamomile (Matricaria recutita or Chamaemelum nobile) cinnamon(Cinnamomum verum), or peppermint tea. Or add a slice of ginger to some hot water. I have also found it effective to add a drop of essential oil to ginger ale. This and both of these teas are soothing to an irritated tummy. Don't have these items on hand? You can make a tea with essential oils, but you will want to dilute the oil before adding it to the cup of hot water. Put one drop of essential oil into a teaspoon of honey. Then you will only need to add about 1/4 to 1/3 of the teaspoon of oil infused honey to a cup of warm water. Remember that the essential oil is a very concentrated form of the herb or spice. One drop of chamomile essential oil is equivalent to about 30 cups of chamomile tea. So go easy here. And remember to use ONLY the purest therapeutic grade oils. This is very important. If unpure or adulterated oils are used, you can only make the problem worse.
You can also apply the essential oils to your feet. Pay attention to the reflexology point for the stomach: the area on the bottom of the foot, in the middle of the foot on the inside in line with the big toe. The acupressure point to relieve nausea is on the inside of the arm, just above the wrist in line with the long finger.
Sometimes using a diffuser to disperse an essential oil can be helpful. Here it is particularly important to select, ahead of time, an essential oil that is agreeable to the person. Choosing an oil that the nauseated person finds offensive, for whatever reason, can only make matters worse.

The most appropriate essential oils to use are peppermint, spearmint, Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) and Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans). Mailhebiau recommends using Dill seed ( Anethum graveolens) oil for children. Essential oils of carrot seed (Daucus carota), chamomile, turmeric (Curcuma longa), and Patchouli (Pogostemon cublin) have also been found to be effective. See your aromatherapist to determine which essential oils are right for you.

Here is an effective blend for nausea to be used as a tummy massage:

5 drops of Roman Chamomile

2 drops of Peppermint

2 drops of Patchouli

1 drop of Ginger

1 Tablespoon of vegetable oil or jojoba carrier oil (or unscented body lotion).

Combine ingredients and rub on hands. Have the person who is nauseated inhale slowly and deeply a few times, then gently massage this blend over the solar plexus area (below the rib cage) in a circular motion. You can store the massage oil in a glass bottle. This recipe makes about 1/2 ounce. Be sure to label the bottle with the ingredients, and the date the blend was made. You can also use this blend without the vegetable oil, and place a few drops on a tissue for inhalation. Store it in a plastic bag, and take it out to smell of it when the feeling of nausea comes on.

Simple acute nausea and vomiting that occurs following overeating or over indulgence of alcohol, or in the morning sickness of early pregnancy may require little or no treatment. But severe or prolonged nausea and vomiting requires careful management. Chronic nausea can be a sign of something more serious. See your health care professional for this.

This article is written for informational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose or treat medical problems. The advice and care of a physician is recommended for your health concerns. Aromatherapy is intended as complementary care with health care providers, not as an alternative to care.

A registered aromatherapist, Judy has a special interest in using essential oils in health care and prevention. For information about Judy and for ways to obtain her favorite essential oils, visit her Web page at: http://home.comcast.net/~judy922/site/

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Judy_Lausch

Make Your Own Special "Drawing Salve" containing Essential Oils

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 03:17:00 +0000

Flea bites are the most common
form of insect bite found on HUMANS.

I've had a lot of nasty bug bites and boils in my day. I am so happy that there are ways to quickly draw off the toxins in the little pustule that develops... I am going to detail one method for doing that today using essential oils, activated charcoal and some other items. The recipe I provide is called a "black drawing salve" and you will want to make some up for your Natural Medicine Chest. You may want to take it with you when you go camping, etc. It is good to use for bee stings, boils, slivers, infections and the like-- anything that requires drawing poisons out of your body. For the grannies out there (such as I), it is a precious gift to give to the parents of your grandbabies-- you know what I mean.

Ingredients:

2 T. Beeswax
3 T. Cocobutter
3 T. Sheabutter
2 T. Organic Coconut Oil*
1 T. Vitamin E oil
2 T. Activated Charcoal Powder**
3 T. Bentonite Clay
Pure Essential Oil (choose from list below)
8 - 1/2 oz. jelly jars with lids, or 8 baby food jars with lids, sterilized
candy thermometer
Old Crockpot/slow cooker/electric skillet/electric wok that you dedicate from now on to melting wax with

What to do:

Have all ingredients on-hand and ready to go. I am able to buy all of the above ingredients at my local health food store. Please use only ORGANIC Coconut Oil so as to make use of the antibacterial properties not available in the heavily processed coconut oil. Charcoal Powder: you may have to buy a bottle of charcoal caps and just break open the capsules and pour the powder into a small bowl until you have 2 T.
Put the beeswax, shea butter, cocobutter and coconut oil into an old crockpot that you purchase second-hand or pick up free from Freecycle-- this is the safest way to melt your oils and wax. The most dangerous way is to melt over a gas fire. If you are an old pro candle-maker, etc., go ahead and melt the items in a small pot over low heat. Use your candy thermometer to heat and simmer up to 180 degrees (Medium) Hold at 180 degrees F. for 15-20 minutes

Add all remaining ingredients (except for essential oil) and stir to blend.

When the mixture is cool, add the essential oils (5 drops) that you wish to use. The ones I recommend are (1)Lavender (2)Tea Tree (Melaleuca) (3)Myrrh (4)Chamomile.... other essential oils are useful as well.
Spoon into sterile jars, lid tightly, and store in a cool, dark room.

How to Use the Salve

Put about an 1/8 of a teaspoon-full of the salve on the boil or sting, etc.
Cover with sterile gauze and a warm compress will be helpful in drawing the toxin out

(adapted from an article online at Herbs.Love to Know.com)

And about those spider bites....take a look at this video-->

Strawberry Yogurt DIY Face Mask

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:57:00 +0000

I'm going to be running a blog series on Do-It-Yourself Healthy Skin Care that we can all take advantage of with little cost and with good results and NO petrochemicals or other unknown (unpronounceable) product additives. Go ahead and subscribe to this blog to get notice of these posts as they come out.

The formulations we look at will use "natural" essential oils-- meaning that you will often just enjoy the fragrances of the plants and other ingredients-- those fragrances are the essential oils releasing, soothing your skin, relaxing you. For example, today we will use strawberries in a face mask. Can you remember how wonderful mashed strawberries smell? That delicious scent, my dear, is the strawberry's essential oils. You may wish to augment your formulations with a drop or two of good therapeutic essential oils-- that will be up to you.

But before we get to that, here are the Top 15 baddies that you will want to avoid in your skin care products (check the ingredients on the bottle/tube and if needed, look them up on the internet or contact the company). This is list is excerpted from a longer article by Mel on the Care 2 Make a Difference site.

1. SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES often contain phthalates (pronounced THAY-lates), synthetic chemicals commonly used to stabilize fragrances and make plastic more pliable. These endocrine disrupters mimic hormones and may alter genital development. Avoid products that list fragrance as an ingredient unless the label states that it’s derived from essentials oils, or look for a phthalate-free label on the packaging.

2. PARABENS, ubiquitous in skincare, preserve other ingredients and extend a product’s shelf life–but these antimicrobial chemicals also have hormone-disrupting effects.

3. UREAS, formally known as diazolidinyl urea, imidazolidinyl urea, or DMDM hydantoin and sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, are preservatives that have the potential to release formaldehyde in very small amounts and are a primary cause of contact dermatitis.

4. 1,4-DIOXANE, a chemical carcinogen, is created when ingredients are processed with petroleum-derived ethylene oxide. Common ethoxylated compounds include sodium laureth sulfate and polyethylene glycol (often listed as PEG). To avoid it, skip any product with the following ingredients: myreth, oleth, laureth, ceteareth (or any other -eth), PEG, polyethylene, polyethylene glycol, polyoxyethylene, or oxynol.

5. PETROCHEMICALS are derived from crude oil. Petroleum-based ingredients such as petrolatum, mineral oil, and paraffin (derived from nonrenewable sources) form a barrier when applied to the skin that does not allow it to breathe and can clog pores.

6. MEA/DEA/TEA are “amines” (ammonia compounds) and can form harmful nitrosamines when they come in contact with nitrates. Used as foaming agents, synthetic stabilizers, and to adjust the pH of cosmetics, they can cause allergic reactions, eye irritation, and dryness of the hair and skin.

7. SULFATES, such as sodium lauryl and sodium laureth, are harsh detergents that give cleansers, soaps, and shampoos their latherability. Often derived from petroleum, sulfates can also come from coconut and other vegetable oils that can be contaminated with pesticides. Sulfates can cause eye irritation and skin rashes.

8. CHEMICAL SUNSCREENS, such as oxybenzone and octylmethoxycinnamate, have been shown to disrupt endocrine activity. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are safer alternatives.

9. QUATS, such as benzalkonium chloride, steardimonium chloride, cetrimonium bromide, and cetrimonium chloride, give a positive charge to conditioners in order to prevent static. They are necessary for conditioners, but we have allowed only the mildest quats in our Beauty With a Conscience standard: guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, hydroxypropyltrimonium oligosaccharide, and SugaQuats.

10. ANTIBACTERIAL COMPOUNDS, such as triclosan and chlorphenesin, do not break down in the environment and may contribute to bacterial resistance.

11. SYNTHETIC POLYMERS, such as sodium polyacrylate and carbomer, come from petroleum and give viscosity to skincare products. They are highly processed and their manufacture creates toxic by-products.

12. SYNTHETIC COLORS are made from coal tar. They contain heavy metal salts that may deposit toxins onto the skin, causing skin sensitivity and irritation. Animal studies have shown almost all of them to be carcinogenic. They will be labeled as FD&C or D&C, followed by a color and a number.

13. CHELATORS, such as disodium EDTA and tetrasodium EDTA, are used in personal care products to remove impurities from low-quality raw materials. They do not readily biodegrade in the environment.

14. NANOS are a new technology with inconclusive but potentially hazardous study results. Research suggests that when tiny nano particles penetrate the skin, they may cause cell damage.

15. ANIMAL TESTING: A grim history of cruelty to animals lies behind many cosmetic ingredients. But scientists are developing new technologies to test cosmetics before a European Union ban on animal testing begins in March 2009.

Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/top-15-dangerous-ingredients-in-skin-care.html#ixzz0zlI2YqbN
Here is today's video on how to make your own strawberry yogurt skin mask. My own bias would be to use all organic products, but that is not mentioned in the video. Not all of us are starting with the seemingly young and flawless skin of the demonstrator in this video, but I know that we can't be harmed by the ingredients (unless, of course, we are allergic... then look for something natural that doesn't use the allergen). Enjoy!

Essential Oils for Stress Reduction

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 05:18:00 +0000

Essential oils are particularly helpful in dealing with stress. They enter the bloodstream quickly through the skin or when inhaling or diffusing, or in some cases, ingesting. There is nothing more relaxing than an aromatherapy massage! It is very very important to realize that you will also allow many toxins this way in if you are using essential oils that are not pure. Here is a list of different sorts of stressors and essential oils to deal with them:

General Stress Kit: Bergamot, Bois de Rose, Cedar, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Neroli, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Antidepressant: Basil, Bergamot, Bois de rose, Chamomile, Clary sage, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli, Patchouli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, Rose, Rosemary, Thyme, Ylangylang

Anxiety: Bergamot, Bois de rose, Cedar, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylangylang.

Chemical stress (food, coffee, smoke, pollution, etc.): Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Geranium, Lemon, Lavender, Rosemary.

Emotional stress: Bergamot, Bois de rose, Geranium, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver.

Environmental stress (lights, noise, cramped space): Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cypress, Geranium

Mental stress: Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood.

Physical stress: Bergamot, Chamomile, Fennel, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary, Thyme.

Sleep (Less is more! Too much can overstimulate): Chamomile, Clary sage, Lavender, Marjoram, Orange, Valerian, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.

Calming Children: Use a spray (inhalation) of gentle essential oils such as Sweet Orange, Neroli, Mandarin, Chamomile, Lavender

Stevia Julip?

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:45:00 +0000

Just discovered a tasty way to use the stevia I'm growing:
- 1 quart water
- 1 cup brewed stevia leaf tea, or liquid stevia extract drops to taste-
- a drop of organic therapeutic-grade peppermint essential oil -
- if you add a teeny splash of organic vanilla it tastes like cream soda or a cross between root beer and cream soda
- Pour over ice or let it sit in the refrigerator for a while.
No calories. No side effects. Phytonutrients.

You can read more about stevia in another blog: http://sweteraw.blogspot.com/2010/08/sweet-stevia-in-my-smoothie.html

Essential Oils and Castor Oil for Cracked Heels

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:56:00 +0000

In yesterday's post we introduced the notion that Castor Oil-- that slightly bad-smelling, heavy oil reminiscent, for some of us, of purges prior to surgery in the old days-- is actually healing and effective when applied externally. For whatever reason (old age?) I have cracked heels. I have come across a really super recipe for smoothing and soothing the rough peeling skin on my heels.

Materials needed:

Good quality cold-pressed Castor oil like this (carrier oil)
Blend together, 10 drops organically-grown Geranium Essential Oil, 10 drops Chamomile Essential Oil, 5 drops Lemon Essential Oil, and 5 drops Lavender Oil in an amber glass bottle (recycled pill bottle?)
Pumice Stick
Foot Basin & Towels
Sterile Gauze Pads and Tape

Method:

Wash feet throughly and rub smooth with pumice stick.
Dry feet
Pour about a Tablespoon of Castor Oil on your palm. Add a couple of drops of the essential oils 'blend'. Gently mix together in your hand.
Apply generously to both heels.
Tape gauze pads over heels and sleep on side to allow Castor oil and essential oils to be absorbed. Repeat until heels are soft again.

Essential Oils and Castor Oil for Back Pain

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 04:23:00 +0000

Well, people of a certain age are apt to experience a little back pain when doing the sorts of tasks that many of us delight in as a means of accomplishing that beautiful ornamental garden or an ice-free walk in the winter. And most of us of a certain age know what that *ping* feels like when we have, through over-exertion and/or lack of back fitness, pulled a muscle, tendon, or whatever...

Did you know that castor oil and essential oils are an excellent therapeutic mix in relieving the agony of a sore back? Well, not exactly the same way as in the old days when you needed a fast purge before a cystoscopy (do they still use castor oil for that? hope not)-- here are the suggested steps in using castor oil and essential oils to ease the pain in your back.

*Materials needed:

Castor Oil (suggested that you get an excellent pure cold-pressed variety such as this one)
Essential Oil that can help with easing back pain such as organic Thyme, Rosemary, Peppermint, etc. (or specific oil blends such as Valor or Pan-Away from Young Living Essential Oils-- please give the operator distributor #607652 when purchasing, thank you!)
Warm Damp Towel
Squeeze Bottle
Plastic trash bag
Heating Pad (or Hot Water Bottle if no heating pad)

Method: Combine about a couple of fingers of Castor oil with 1 or 2 drops of preferred essential oil(s) and put into squeeze bottle. Sit or lie somewhere comfortable. It is useful to have someone to help if it is your back that you are attending to. Dribble the oils on to painful area of back. Place warm, moist towel over oils. Put plastic bag over towel. Cover with heating pad turned to a warm but not too hot temperature. Relax for 20-25 minutes. Repeat as often as necessary for pain relief.

The Miracle of Onycha Oil

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:15:00 +0000

by David Stewart, PhD, DNM

Onycha is an oil mentioned in the Bible, Exodus 30:34, as an ingredient in the Holy Incense to be diffused in temples of worship. Onycha oil (Styrax benzoin) is also a powerful antiseptic and facilitator of rapid healing. It goes by several common names including Friar's Balm and Javanese Frankincense. It is extracted from the resin of a tree that grows in the Far East, specifically in Indonesia.

For more than 200 years, hospitals have used an alcohol solution of this oil as their primary antiseptic. Dissolved in ethyl alcohol, it is called Benzoin or Tincture of Benzoin. It is the smell of this tincture that used to give hospitals their peculiar "hospital smell."

Following World War II, hospitals started to employ other antiseptics derived from petroleum that were less expensive. They are now discovering that bacteria can become resistant to these synthetic antiseptics, but do not become resistant to Tincture of Benzoin. Hence, many of today's hospitals are returning to the natural antiseptic of Benzoin realizing it is more effective and does not contribute toward the creation of resistant strains of virulent pathogens.

Resistant strains of bacteria are a major and growing problem in hospitals today resulting in thousands of deaths every year. Even visitors to hospitals can pick up these pathogens, which can be fatal. Even the most powerful antibiotics, such as vancomycin and methycillin, do not kill these germs. The answer is to be found in natural products such as essential oils.

Chemistry of Onycha Oil
The chemical composition of onycha oil is unique. It contains more organic acids than any other oil. These include benzoic and cinnamic acids. It also contains a compound named "vanillin aldehyde" which is a dominant compound in the beans of the vanilla plants of tropical South America (Vanilla planifolia and Vanilla aromatica). These are the source of the extract with the distinctive aroma and flavor of vanilla we love so much. A more complete analysis of onycha oil is given in my book, The Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple.

Onycha oil is an absolute, extracted from a tree resin by solvents, not by distillation. It is darkly colored and very thick. It will not usually pour through the small opening in the dropper cap of most essential oil bottles.

Onycha as a Healing Oil
Oil of onycha is unparalleled in its therapeutic action on open wounds. Let me give you a couple of examples.

A year or so ago, I was using a sharp knife and was not following the appropriate safety procedures nor common sense. The knife slipped and cut my left thumb down to the bone. It bled profusely. I first applied some frankincense to stop the bleeding, which it did within a few minutes. Then I packed some onycha oil, which is very viscous and thick, into the open wound. I did not use a bandage or bandaid or any other covering. I exposed the wound to sunlight a few times during the day and replenished the onycha oil in the wound several times. The cut began to show signs of healing right away. It did not form a scab. Instead, the wound came together and the two sides began to knit together. It never got infected nor did it get sore. Within a week, it was totally healed with virtually no scar.

Another more dramatic example is with a friend of mine. He was using a power saw when he accidentally let his thumb get into the whirling blade which gouged out a chunk of flesh from the pad of his left thumb. He went to the hospital emergency room where they applied some antibiotics and other allopathic potions and bandaged it up. A few days later I saw him in church with his bandaged thumb. I mentioned that I had an oil that might help, but he was not interested. "I'll let the doctors take care of it," he said.

The next week at church, his thumb was still bandaged. When I asked him about it he said he had been back to the doctors several times, but the wound was not healing and was festering and getting worse. Again, I mentioned that maybe an essential oil would help. He was still not interested, his faith in allopathy still strong and intact.

Later that week, his wife approached me and asked if there was an oil that might help her husband's thumb to heal, that was not getting any better and that the wound was still open, refusing to seal up and mend itself despite the fact they had applied all the medicines and done everything the doctors had prescribed. I told her about onycha oil. She said she would gladly buy a bottle if I had some. Fortunately, I did have a partial bottle, and sold it to her.

The next Sunday, he came to church with his wife. They were both smiling. "This stuff seems to work," he said. "My thumb is starting to heal. The wound is closed and it is not draining pus any more like it was." His wife went on to say that they had completely stopped using the prescription medications and were using only the oil. I told him to keep applying the onycha, which he did.

Two weeks later he came to church with no bandage. "I can't believe how this thumb has healed up," he exclaimed. "Look," he said, "There is hardly any scar and the missing flesh gouged out of my thumb has grown back. I told my wife," he went on, "We need to get some more of that oil and keep it on hand."

In the Twelve Oils of Ancient Scripture collection, Young Living has gathered the 12 most significant oils found in the Bible. If you would like a FREE report: 120 Uses of the 12 Oils of Ancient Scripture Kit, email here.

How to Obtain Therapeutic Grade Onycha Oil

At this time, the only way I know to get onycha oil is in the 12 Oils of Ancient Scripture Kit sold by Young Living. It is not available by itself.

I'll look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,

James Niederland
Englewood, NJ

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Essential Oils and Comfort Pillows

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 22:42:00 +0000

Wow, I haven't posted for a while... but today while I was out weeding in my front herb garden I got an extreme hit of mint fragrance and I thought immediately, "ah, the essential oils of mint!" I have a ton of herbs growing and sometimes I forget about their fragrant pleasures... I am trying to be a little more cognizant. I love just to squeeze some of the leaves or needles (as in the case of my very mature rosemary). I also have some herbs that I don't use for anything culinary (such as lemon balm) and am reminded about the OTHER things you can do with herbs, such as make 'comfort pillows'... clip and dry herbs of your liking, such as lavender and rosemary, and mix with the "stuffing" of the pillow (could be polyfilla, wool, flaxseeds, rye groats, etc.). There are quite a few different ideas you will find when you google "comfort pillow". You can also, of course, add some actual essential oils to the pillow according to the purpose (i.e., sleeping, then add lavender).

And as a bonus, here is a great article about 10 Uses for small pillows for those with breast cancer:
http://breastcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/tp/comfort_pillows.htm

Your Own Personal Spa Day

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:28:00 +0000

~the following article comes from the "Oilman", James Niederland theoilman@vibrantscents.com

"You are always bigger than anything going on in your life. No other person, thing or circumstance can take your power, unless you choose to GIVE it away. Your problems are gifts that YOU chose to learn from." Dr. April Travis, San Antonio, Texas.

It's my pleasure to share this list of ideas with you. I call it Ten Natural Ways to Make Today A Spa Day:

1. Let the birds wake you up

There is nothing harsher to the body and mind at rest than the piercing shrill of an alarm clock to wake it out of its restorative sleep. The penetrating sound of a noisy alarm can start the day off on a stressful note. It can create the natural release of adrenaline which increases the heart rate, which then creates a cascade of symptoms already leading you to stress, and you haven't even gotten out of bed yet!

There are options to these noisy alarms such as mechanical recreations of nature sounds, but why not have the real thing? Open your window and tune yourself into the soft hum of natural bird sounds in between 5 to 6am. The sounds and vibrations of the birds at this hour are positive subliminal frequencies that can balance your energy system. Rub Young Living's Valor Oil Blend on the souls of your feet – before you get out of bed in the morning.

2. Take a morning walk

It is said that the morning dew holds a special frequency that can revitalize your energy field, especially if you walk on the dew-ridden grass. The other benefits of the morning walk are that it can lower your stress level before you even get started for the day. It also gives you a chance to organize your thoughts, plan and visualize your day. Whether it is a morning walk, at lunchtime or during the evening hours, getting your body moving for at least 30 minutes at some point in the day is critical for your lymphatic system. The lymphatic system needs movement to do its job of detoxifying the body. Along with delivering more oxygen and increasing cardiovascular circulation, mobilizing lymph by movement is one of your best daily treatments.

3. Put music on
Set the mood you want to create for the day by choosing music to play in the morning as you get ready for your day. Play party music if you want a fun day, soothing music if you want a peaceful day, or classical music if you need to do a lot of thinking during the day.

4. Stretch in the shower

Hot water in your morning shower can loosen up muscles so it is easier to get a good stretch. Muscles that are stretching are using more oxygen and create more circulation just by the simple fact they are in motion. Rub Young Living's Morning Start Shower Gel, with peppermint oil, all over your body to cleanse and uplift the body during your morning shower or bath.

5. Eat a balanced breakfast

Eating right in the morning is another way to set the tone for the day. Your endocrine system (the part of the body that helps to handle stress) gets the right message and fuel to deal with the stress that it will have to handle. Protein and complex carbs are the way to go in the morning! Try Young Living's Balance Complete; this superfood meal replacement is both a powerful nutritive energizer and cleanser. Whole NingXia wolfberry powder, nutrient-dense brown rice bran, and a wide assortment of superfoods deliver 11 grams of V-Fiber™ per serving and a balanced, complete, and nutritionally dynamic meal.

6. Journal and Set Goals

Recording thoughts, intentions, and results is a good thing to do at the beginning and end of your day. Create your "to do" list for your chores, your self care, and even include the positive thoughts you want to think!

7. Clear desktop clutter

Clearing clutter from your workspace and environment can help clear the clutter of the mind. It can enable you to become more creative and productive. Take 3 to 5 minutes to clear your work environment of clutter. Breathe and be happy in the process of your day - remember it's the journey, not the destination.

8. Enjoy family and friends in the evening, and put the television aside. Take the time to tell someone close to you that you care about them.

Sharing community projects or just joining together for the purpose of being together is a healthy way to wind down your day. Spending quality time with loved ones is a good way to reinforce your reason for being.

Do something to improve the global environment. Plant a flower or tree, trees suck up carbon dioxide and make clean air for us to breath.

Whether it's about you being important to someone or someone being important to you, sharing time together from the heart and hearth is balancing for the soul.

9. Take a Home Spa bath

There is no better way to end the day than to soak in your private tub filled with bubbles, salts, or special oils. Immersing your body in water (a shower can be just as effective!) can help to clear the events of the day from your aura and relax the body. This naturally relaxes the mind and it's a great segue to a sound restorative sleep. Use Young Living's Aqua Essence Bath Pack: Valor, Peace & Calming; Sacred Mountain or Joy.

Aqua Essence™ Bath Packs give you an at-home spa experience. An aromatic bath can soothe your soul and greatly reduce stress while renewing, softening, and scenting your skin. A wonderful way to unwind and pamper you, each bath pack is designed to be re-usable and contains one oil blend per pack.

10. Use essential oils to help your day and night

Essential oils can allow you to take the spa experience into every moment of your daily and nightly routine. Not only do they create an aromatic environment, but the actions of therapeutic grade essential oils, can address little troubles that come up in every day life such as: headaches, stomach trouble, sinus issues, difficulty sleeping, and even emotional fluctuations! Dowse your body, your carpet, your workspace, and your friends with essential oils to make your days and nights go smoother.

Acupressure Massage and Aromamassage Combined

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 22:03:00 +0000

The following looks like a real treat- Chinese Aroma Medicine Massage (CAMM) which combines Acupressure and lymph detox massage in one and using rose essential oil (one of the highest frequencies of all oils-- sheer heaven)
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Essential Oils for A Good Night's Sleep

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:38:00 +0000

This week, I'd like to share some oils for sleep. If you know someone who needs to get some sleep, this message was created with them in mind. Please feel free to share my information with someone you know that might benefit by using an all-natural, more holistic approach to a better nights sleep. (~James Niederland, scroll below for contact information)

"A friend suggested that I try using the essential oil of valerian for sleep, so I decided to do a little research; the National Institutes of Health has a website devoted to Valerian for Insomnia and Sleep Disorders. I was amazed how much clinical investigation there was on the properties of this oil. What I read about valerian was that it was very highly regarded as an all-natural sedative. What I learned about valerian from using it was that it is calming, relaxing, balancing, and a sleep aid. Just an aside, Valerian Root is generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for ingestion by the FDA. I would make sure the oil you use is therapeutic grade. " John Rosenberger, Moses Lake, Washington
It is estimated that Americans spend $14 Billion dollars, every year, on our Sleep Disorders!

58% of adults experience symptoms of insomnia a few nights or more per week
35% of adults report at least one symptom of insomnia every night or almost every night
For those looking for a safe, effective, and cost-effective alternative, Young Living's beautiful essential oils stand alone.
Try some oils tonight before you go to sleep. You may be pleasantly surprised!

"I use Essential Oil of Cedarwood on my feet before I go to bed and sleep like a baby! It stimulates the pineal gland which releases natural Melatonin. I feel this is also good for the brain since Cedarwood is high in sesquiterpenes [brain food]. I have also used Alkalime and Lavender for sleep....love it." - Jackie K., Hemphill, Texas

"When my sister Linda died last year, I found myself facing insomnia for the first time in my life. I'd go to bed as normal but would have trouble even getting 2 hours sleep a night. I had heard that Valerian could be good for insomnia, so I ordered a bottle from Young Living. I'd put a few drops under my tongue and then - because it didn't smell great - I put a drop of Lavender on the tip of my nose which masked the smell. It was a wonder! I was sleeping again and never was groggy in the morning. The National Institutes of Health has a website devoted to Valerian for Insomnia and Sleep Disorders. Just as an aside, I'm a big fan of 19th century Russian literature and one of my favorite writers is Anton Chekhov, who was actually a country doctor as well as a writer. In one of his plays, The Sea Gull, the doctor in the play named Dorn asks his patient if he'd like some Valerian drops for his insomnia. So this has been a traditional remedy. Valerian Root is generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for ingestion by the FDA. I would just make sure the oil ingested is therapeutic grade. I highly recommend the Valerian/Lavender combo for insomnia." Kathryn Streletzky
"I put my daughter to sleep every night with a story and a kiss. Recently, I have added some reflexology techniques and the rubbing of Peace and Calming essential oils to the bottom of her feet, and some in her palms to smell deeply. The two of us become so relaxed and sleepy that we had to change our nightly ritual to stories first and oils last. She sleeps so soundly her blankets stay perfectly neat until she wakes up in the morning. Wonderful!" Stacy Allen
"Last year I was having problems with sleeping at night so I decided I would try the Valor oil to see if it would help me out. I tried putting 2 drops on the bottom of both feet and then with the oil on my hands, I would cup them in front of my mouth and nose and take 6-8 deep breaths. Since I started with this routine I have been getting a full night's sleep and waking up very refreshed. My husband has been using it also and is sleeping better with a lot less snoring." Anne Totzke
Suggested Oils for Sleep:

Valor
Lavender
Dream Catcher (For Nightmares)
Peace & Calming
Valerian (Strong)

Feel free to share this message with someone that you know - that may benefit from a better night's sleep. I'll look forward to speaking with you soon.
Sweet dreams!

James Niederland
Englewood, NJ
201.906.2994

Scented Recipes for Cleaning House

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:51:00 +0000

I'm helping my son and daughter-in-law with their move... here are some excellent natural cleaning, room-freshening recipes using essential oils and other non-toxic, inexpensive ingredients:

Hardwood or Ceramic Floors

To clean hardwood or ceramic floors, add 1/4 cup of white vinegar to a bucket of water. Then add 5-10 drops of lemon, pine, spruce, If the floor is especially dirty, add several drops of dishwashing soap. This will clean even the dirtiest floor.

1/4 cup white vinegar to a bucket of water

5-10 drops lemon, pine, or spruce essential oils

Liquid castile soap if needed

Floor Cleaner

Add 1/4 cup white vinegar to a bucket of water. Add 10 drops of lemon oil and 4 drops of oregano essential oil. Oregano oil has powerful antiseptic properties!

1/4 cup white vinegar to a bucket of water

10 drops lemon essential oil

4 drops oregano essential oil

Carpet Freshener

To make a carpet freshener, add 16-20 drops of essential oils to a cup of baking soda. Mix well and place in a covered container overnight so that the oil can be absorbed. Sprinkle over your carpet the next day and then vacuum the powder up.

1 cup baking soda

16-20 drops essential essential oils

Vacuum Cleaner

You may also saturate a disposable cloth or tissue with several drops of essential oil and place it into the collecting bag of your vacuum. This will diffuse a pleasant odor as you clean.

If your vacuum collects dirt into water, simply add a few drops into the water reservoir before cleaning. This refreshes both, the carpet and the room.

Homemade Soft Scrubber

1/2 cup baking soda

Liquid Castile Soap

5 drops Lavender essential oil and/or 5 drops Tea Tree essential oil

Place the baking soda in a bowl. Slowly pour in liquid soap stirring constantly, add liquid soap until the consistency resembles cake icing or frosting. Add the essential oil/oils if desired. Scoop the creamy mixture onto a sponge, scrub the surface, and then rinse.

If you add a little pure vegetable glycerin to the baking soda, the mixture will stay moist for a long time in a jar with a tight lid. (this is why glycerin is added to toothpaste... always use a toothpaste without glycerin-- and other unnecessary/noxious ingredients-- like ToothSoap)

Basic Wood Cleaning Formula

This formula is for well-used furniture. The vinegar works to pull dirt out of the wood. It doesn't leave an oily residue because the little bit of oil keeps the wood from drying out. It will store almost indefinitely in a lidded jar.

1/4 cup white distilled vinegar

1/4 cup water

1/2 teaspoon liquid castile soap

5 drops jojoba or olive oil
few drops of favourite essential oil (lemon, other citrus oils)

Combine the ingredients in a bowl. Saturate a sponge and squeeze out the excess. Wash surfaces of tired and dirty wood. The vinegar smell will dissipate soon. Dry with a soft cloth.

*adapted from an article at www.healthy-home-cleaning-tips.com

Essential Oils for Sore Muscles

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:32:00 +0000

It is quite likely that some of the Olympians are using soothing and healing essential oils to deal with their overworked muscles. Here is an article from EHow that gives a pretty good idea of the diversity of essential oils in taking care of muscular stress, fatigue and pain. You will find some excellent recipes for putting together formulas that will allow your muscles to relax, and every one knows that relaxation is the first step to regeneration and healing! http://www.ehow.com/way_5663655_essential-oil-recipe-sore-muscles.html

Arnica is a favorite essential oil for muscle and joint aches. Use it after strenuous activity to relieve pain. If you use it just after an injury, it can decrease the damage. Oils like wintergreen and cayenne or black pepper contain topical analgesics similar to aspirin, and they stimulate circulation in sore areas. Good circulation is necessary to get rid of the built-up lactic acid causing the sore muscles. Lavender, rosemary, ginger and eucalyptus oils are also able to soothe stiff muscles and increase circulation. Add ingredients like chamomile or sandalwood to your essential oil massage blend to make soothing scents to help relax your mind as well as your body.

Go to the article now and read about what you can do to get the relief you long for:http://www.ehow.com/way_5663655_essential-oil-recipe-sore-muscles.html Pass this along to any Olympians you think might appreciate the information. : )

Best Essential Oils For Allergies

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:57:00 +0000

(CLICK ON IMAGES TO LEARN MORE)
A synergy blend of essential oils is often more effective for helping to promote symptomatic relief and healing than any single essential oil. The best pure essential oils to use in synergy for allergy relief and why, include: Blue Tansy, Spikenard, Rosemary and Lemongrass.

BLUE TANSY (Tanacetum anuum ~ Moroccan Blue Chamomile) - Blue Tansy's delightful scent is warmly herbaceous with a complex sweetness that to me is reminiscent of apples with a hint of spice.

Everyone invariably loves the friendly and inviting scent of Blue Tansy!

Blue Tansy is a natural antihistamine with anti-allergic properties. Research shows Blue Tansy to be especially effective for allergy relief. It is often used in blends for asthma and emphysema due to its bronchio-dilating effect.

Its strong analgesic properties help reduce any swelling or itching associated with allergies and its rapid anti-inflammatory action immediately calms your nervous system.

SPIKENARD (Nardostachys jatamansi) - A tranquilizer and relative of valerian Narde has the most powerful sedative action in aromatherapy and is helpful for calming the mind and easing anxiety and stress.

Spikenard's sedative action helps calm allergic reactions and reduces inflammation of tissues. Its regulating action may help promote respiration for freer, easier breathing.

ROSEMARY, Cineole (Rosmarinus Officinalis ct. cineole) - A fresh, clean, powerful and herbaceous aroma that's reminiscent of Eucalyptus. Rosemary cineole's fragrance is strongly penetrating to the senses.

Rosemary Cineole stimulates blood circulation, has a clearing and energizing effect when inhaled and is helpful for treating respiratory conditions, including allergies.

Inhalation of Rosemary in moderation will clear blocked sinus and relieve stuffy nose and sinus congestion.

LEMONGRASS (Cymbopogon citratus) - A pleasant, fresh lemon aroma Lemongrass has a regulating and tonic action on the body. Its vasodilating, anti-inflammatory, and sedative properties help relieve congestion, promote freer, easier breathing and relieve inflamed bronchial tubes and sinus passageways.

PLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic copies of aromatic oils, but these are not recommended for therapeutic use. For best results purchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find. Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have been tested and are pesticide free.

Holistic MindBody Therapy, including pure essential oils, are gentle, noninvasive complementary forms of health care for balancing and synchronizing your body, mind and spirit and a natural, safe and effective way to enhance your health and well-being. Holistic health care may produce satisfying results where other methods have failed. Please consult with your physician regarding serious health concerns and do not attempt to self diagnose.

KG has developed massage training and holistic health programs for the spa industry, health clubs and clinics, schools, resorts, as well as for individual clients. She is a MindBody Therapist and Health Educator with advanced certification and training in Bowen Therapy, BodyTalk and Aromatherapy. She is the owner of Springhill Wellness Center and the Founder & Director of PurePlant Essentials aromatherapy products.

Click to learn more & order http://www.kgstiles.com/bluetansymoreinfo.htm BLUE TANSY PURE ESSENTIAL OIL

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Click to learn about & order PurePlant Essentials synergy blend in dilutionhttp://www.kgstiles.com/healthsolutions/allergyrelief.htm ALLERGY RELIEF

More Info? Contact: KG Stiles at Springhill Wellness Center, 2520 Springhill Drive Ashland, OR USA (541) 941-7315 Mahalo!

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The Perfect EO Blend for Lovers

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 03:00:00 +0000

The perfect blend for lovers:

2 drops rose essential oil
2 drops jasmine essential oil
6 drops ylang ylang essential oil
(taken from site of The Essential Oil Goddess)

She suggests that Rose essential oil is the only essential oil that can be used, without harm, on...hmm...more delicate parts of the body.

See other posts about Oils for Lovers here and here.

Love Potions: The Secret Keys to Your Love Life

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:49:00 +0000

(ARA) - Whether you're in a brand new relationship or a marriage that has lasted for decades, you can use aromatherapy to enhance the romance. A selection of fragrant essential oils can help create a passionate connection between you and your partner.

How do the aromas of essential oils impact romance? The olfactory lobe - the part of the brain that processes scent - is part of the limbic system, which is associated with emotion and the formation of memory. Tom Havran, aromatherapy specialist at Aura Cacia, says essential oils can be used to facilitate a wide range of moods -- including romantic ones.

"There are a number of oils that lovers and aspiring lovers might find useful," Havran says. "Depending on the situation, you might want to create a relaxing atmosphere, or a stimulating or sensual one -- and essential oils are the perfect starting point."

Essential oils have the potential to elicit romance on four different levels. Some oils offer calming effects that reduce anxiety and self-consciousness, thereby opening the path to intimacy. Other oils are known for their stimulating and inspiring properties and can impact the hormonal system directly, increasing sexual desire. Some oils have been used throughout history as sexual attractants -- it's said that Cleopatra, one of the most well known seductresses in history, used a variety of scents and essential oils to create an atmosphere of passion for her relationship with Marc Antony.

Here is Havran's rundown of the most popular essential oils in each of these romantic categories:

Calming: geranium, clary sage, lavender, sweet marjoram
Stimulating: cardamom, nutmeg, clove, cinnamon bark
Arousing: neroli, rose otto, ylang ylang, rose absolute
Attracting: sandalwood, patchouli, jasmine, cedarwood

A good candidate for the "ultimate love oil" is vanilla essential oil -- especially in combination with cocoa butter. "The vanilla and cocoa combination has a tradition as an irresistibly arousing scent that goes back at least to the Aztecs," Havran says. "And, it has a strong appeal for both men and women."
Whichever essential oils you choose, they will work best if you create an environment where emotional and sensual closeness can thrive. If you have children, for example, make arrangements with friends or grandparents to take them for the evening, so that you'll have uninterrupted time to focus on one another. Draw a hot bath for your partner, adding a few drops of essential oil to the water, and light some candles around the tub. Pour a couple of glasses of wine, give your partner a heartfelt massage, and your evening of romance will be under way.
Preserve the romantic feelings with essential oils as the night progresses. Keep the scents fresh by using an essential oil diffuser or placing a few drops on your pillows, your bed clothes, or on top of the light bulbs in your bedroom lamps. Or create your own special massage oil by combining a seductive essential oil like jasmine with a carrier oil such as almond oil.
Because essential oils are very concentrated, it takes only a few drops per tablespoon of carrier oil to derive their benefits. However, you should never apply essential oils directly to the skin - always dilute them first in water or a carrier oil such as almond, grapeseed, or jojoba. Some oils such as cinnamon bark and clove have the potential to be irritants and should not be used on the skin at all.

This article courtesy of ARAContent

Essential Oils for Lovers: Valentine's Day 2010

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:06:00 +0000

Our mood is very much influenced by our sense of smell. So, with Valentine’s Day approaching, why not use the wonderful aromas of essential oils, some of which have reputed aphrodisiac properties, to create the right sort of atmosphere and spice up your love life? Here is a list of some of the essential oils thought to have aphrodisiac properties:

Jasmine has long been recognized as one of the most precious of essential oils. With a heady and exquisite, emotionally warming aroma, this oil is uplifting and confidence boosting.

Rose is one of the most favourite perfumes of all time (Cleopatra is said to have added rose petals to her bath), and is still used widely by today’s perfume industry. Rose essential oil has a deep, floral, romantic aroma that both soothes and uplifts.

Although jasmine and rose are the essential oils most closely linked with romance, both are very expensive. However, it is possible to buy them at more affordable prices diluted in a carrier such as joba oil.

Sandalwood has a sweet woody fragrance with meditative and sensual properties. This oil blends well with rose, lavender, frankincense and basil. Sandalwood is also expensive, as the tree from which it is largely obtained (Santalum album) is now endangered: so it’s best to think twice before using this oil.

Here are details of a few, more reasonably priced essential oils:

Ylang-ylang has an aroma similar in many ways to that of jasmine (it is sometimes called ‘poor man’s jasmine’); it is a sweet floral, exotic oil with a heady fragrance.

Patchouli has been used as an aphrodisiac since ancient times, and more recently underwent a resurgence of popularity during the ‘flower power’ era of the 1960s. It has a strong, earthy and spicy, pervasive aroma, which appeals to both men and women. Patchouli blends well with frankincense, geranium, lavender and clary sage.

Clary sage has a nutty, lingering fragrance with subtle fruity overtones that is relaxing, sensual and euphoric. (Do not use if trying to conceive or pregnant.)

Vanilla – a sweet smelling essential oil with a subtle aphrodisiac effect.

A number of essential oils obtained from spices are also associated with aphrodisiac properties, including black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger. All are stimulating, warming oils, with rich spicy aromas.

However, be warned… not all essential oils have aphrodisiac effects; indeed, some, such as marjoram, are reported to have completely the opposite effect and to turn off sexual desire!

How to use your essential oil(s)

Simply sprinkle one or two drops of an essential oil around your bedroom for the desired effect. Alternatively, why not give your partner a massage, using a blend of essential oils in a carrier oil, such as jojoba or sweet almond oil? Make sure that the room is warm, and use nightlights for added romance! Or you could share a bath to which you have added a few drops of chosen oils. Enjoy!

A few words of warning….

Please note, essential oils should never to be used in place of medical treatment. If you are pregnant, epileptic, suffering from high blood pressure or already taking medication consult your medical practitioner or a qualified aromatherapist before using essential oils. Never take essential oils internally, and keep them away from children, pets and the eyes. Do not use directly on the skin – always dilute in a carrier oil first. Essential oils should also be kept away from naked flames – they are volatile and therefore flammable.

Alix Williams is a regular contributor to the holistic website aromatherapy-stress-relief.com a home based UK business providing hand made Aromatherapy Stress Relief Gifts.

Alix Williams also writes about creating unique Valentine's day Gift ideas with Essential Oils.

For more information regarding Stress Relieving Gift ideas with Essential oils for Valentines day, please visit: http://www.aromatherapy-stress-relief.com

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Caring for an Old Flare-up of Whiplash

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:30:00 +0000

Back in the late 90s I had a couple of car accidents that left me reeling with what I prayed (and prayed and prayed) would not be an ongoing chronic pain. Classic whiplash-- it most affected my right "wing" on my back and the pain radiated all the way down into my right palm.

I tried all the usual venues-- trips to the doctors, "muscle relaxants", trips to the chiropractor, etc. etc. etc.

One day I was walking from our fave little health store past a nextdoor shop and spotted an older Chinese gentlemen using a pen-like apparatus on a woman's hand. I quickly read the poster in the window that told about the service (a non-invasive acupuncture-type stimulator) and went into the store.

He demo'd the device on me and rented it to me for a couple of weeks use.

My dear husband studied up the book that came with the device and using what he learned (he's an accountant, not any kind of body worker lol)in about a half-hour's reading, he found the applicable meridian points and applied the electronic pulses to them. After less than a week, of four treatments a day, I was DONE with that pain. It was a miracle to me! We have since lent that gadget out to many people dealing with everything from diabetic neuropathy to fibromyalgia and the after-effects of cancer radiation.

This week I began a 28-day Raw Vegan cleanse with a lovely warm community of folks on-line. The first day went very well. On the second day I felt lethargic and a little achey, not unusual signs of detox. Last night I swear I had a revisit of the awful whiplash pain of years ago. I absent-mindedly reached for a nearby bottle of Peppermint Essential Oil and rubbed it into several achey spots on my neck and shoulder and went to bed. I kept my shoulder warm.

In the morning: NO PAIN!

I just read this article about 12 Wonderful Therapeutic Benefits of Peppermint Essential Oil and invite you to do the same.

It is is my philosophy that pain relief does NOT have to be invasive, painful itself, or cost a lot of money and time. That's been my experience, too, I'm happy to say. Another technique I use is EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) that uses the same meridian points that acupuncture does to tap away the energy blocks that create and maintain pain, both physical and emotional. Learn more about EFT/Meridian Tapping for pain here.

Do you have a comment or a technique or essential oil that you find particularly useful for dealing with muscle pain? Please share by clicking here. (Thank you!)

Fragrant Blessings!
Cynthia

Law of Attraction and Essential Oils

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 22:32:00 +0000

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A Gift of Hope

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:36:00 +0000

Many of you have offered support to The D. Gary Young Foundation, and we want you to know that your contributions are recognized and very much appreciated. When The D. Gary Young Foundation launched earlier this year, we were amazed at the number of convention attendees who donated. In fact, we are pleased to announce that more than $48,000 was collected in June to start construction of the Chongon School in Ecuador! Due entirely to the generous contributions we have received—and the tireless efforts of The D. Gary Young Foundation volunteers—Guayaquil's new elementary school will open its doors in less than thirty days.

The first floor of the school is almost finished and, thanks to those of you who donated, only a few finishing touches remain. Soon the children of Guayaquil will be able to take advantage of the opportunities your generosity has afforded them. For the first time ever they will have the facilities and the resources necessary to receive a proper education.

An unprecedented education awaits these children, but as the school nears completion, The D. Gary Young Foundation's funds are dwindling. Without your continued support, Chongon School's opening will be delayed indefinitely. In order to finish on schedule—and provide an adequate, safe place for the children of Guayaquil to get the education most of us take for granted, we ask that you donate now.

Your 100% tax-deductible donation can be made one time only—to see Chongon School through to completion—or you can pledge to make a monthly contribution. Help solidify Gary Young's work started at Chongon School. Help ensure that the educational opportunities beginning today will continue for generations to come.

It's the time of year for giving—log on to www.dgaryyoungfoundation.org now and make this season unforgettable for children half a world away.

**The above post is from the November 22 Young Living e-newsletter

Massage Away Your Holiday Stress...

noreply@blogger.com (Cynthia) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:55:00 +0000

Seasonal Stress? Relax with Young Living's Soothing Massage Collection

Don't let frustration and stress affect the holidays for you or your loved ones this year. Instead use our Soothing Massage Collection to relax, unwind, and regain balance during this demanding season. Discover the power of massage for yourself and make it part of your holiday routine.

Soothing Massage Collection

Massage away tension with OrthoEase® Massage Oil (3.85 fl. oz.), 5ml bottles of both peppermint and lavender essential oils, and a free Young Living hand-held massager.

Item No. 4450 5 ml oils
Whsl. $35.00 / Pref. Cust. $40.53
Retail $46.05 / PV 35