ANIMAL SCENTS OINTMENT. A simple solution for dry, cracked skin. Helpful for psoriasis and split fingers too!

Young Living's Animal Scents Ointment was intended for animals but I have found it works wonders on my "paws" too! Get rid of  winter "ugliness"... dry feet and hands! 

This ointment is blended with Melaleuca alternifolia and myrrh, two of nature's most powerful essential oils. For animals and people it may be used for minor skin irritations, cuts, and abrasions, the rich blend of ingredients is effective yet gentle and safe, so you can soothe your pets (and you) without using harmful chemicals or synthetic products.

Another key thing to keep in mind is when you are using an essential oil topically, animals scents ointment will seal in the oils and allows them to work longer and more effectively!

It comes in a very large container- there is plenty to share! A little goes a long way. An effective, non-toxic, gentle approach to soothe you and your pets "paws"!!

A few stories:

Using Animal Scents Ointment to seal oils (Author: Fonda Lorenz)

I have discovered that after using several oils on my knee (I had replacement surgery) that in order to really seal the oils in, I placed the Young Living Animal Scents Ointment on top and rubbed it in. It seems to keep the oils working at a much longer time and feels great! My skin is very soft as a direct result of using this and I also use it on my hands and on my lips at night.

 Psoriasis recipe (Author: Pam May)

For Psoriasis I have used 1 heaping teaspoon Animal Scents Ointment to which I add 2 drops Peppermint Oil. I stir this with a toothpick to mix and apply to affected skin at least 2 x per day. This has worked great for at least 3 people who have tried it. Even my skeptical pharmacist friend.

Split fingertips and Animal Scents Ointment (Author: Danielle Robertson)

During the cold, winter months, my fingertips start to split open (especially the more I am in water); it hurts to do anything with my fingertips. I have the Animal Scents Ointment in my cabinet and I pulled it out thinking it did so well on my feet (I had ordered it for cracked heels which has helped tremendously), why not give it a try on my fingertips. I applied some before bedtime and put on gloves (socks work great too) and the next morning, my fingers didn't hurt as much and the cracks were not red and as split. I kept applying throughout the day and again that night. The next morning, the splits were completely sealed with only a visible line where they were located. I continued to apply each time I washed my hands.
NOTE: My husband is a service technician and his fingers split as well (only his are deeper and longer - ouch)...he applied the ointment at night as well and was pleased with the results the next morning—he continues to use it throughout the day

For more info check out the link http://www.youngliving.com/natural-pet-care/Animal-Scents-Ointment
or you can contact me.  

Yours in Health, Ann!

Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to.

I love the RED! A few facts about NingXia Red!!

With the Holiday season soon upon us this usually means we are running around more than ever. Besides adding extra demands to ourselves physically, we also are getting exposed to more germs and viruses.

NINGXIA RED is a powerful antioxidant drink that is like no other!

Why do I bring this up now?? Because NingXia Red can help give you more energy and help improve your immunity. This super juice is 100% natural; it is low on the glycemic index; it contains no added sugar or caffeine; and it is enhanced with essential oils!! NingXia Red has been used by people who have said they have less pain from arthritis and other chronic inflammatory diseases; they have an increase in energy; they just feel better; they have less sugar cravings; they get sick less frequently; they have lowered their blood pressure and cholesterol; and they have improved their eye sight.

The Standard American Diet (S.A.D.) doesn't provide all the nutrients we need; therefore, we are aging faster, overweight and fatigued all the time. If you really want to make a change in your life, try NingXia Red. Bring holistic wellness to your body with just one ounce per day of this revolutionary whole food product.

Life has no guarantees. I can not tell you what NingXia Red will do for you- But I can guarantee it will improve your health. This holiday season- give yourself the gift of improved health.  For the cost of a little over a dollar a day you can give your body something that may very well change your life. I know it has changed mine!! I have samples available if you want to see what it tastes like. Check out the link below to learn more!

Yours in Health, Ann!

http://www.younglivingsuccess.com/ningxiared_juice/

RC Essential to the rescue to relieve a nasty night time cough.

I recently received an email thanking me for sharing Young Living's RC oil. Apparently Melissa's little boy who is 4 yrs old coughs so badly at night he vomits. Using RC oil on his chest and back has worked wonders - no more nightly coughing and everyone is getting a full night of rest. RC is one amazing oil!! This is the 4th person who has had much success with getting rid of a persistent cough. Essential Oils offer a natural way to support health! Amazing Stuff!

 

http://www.youngliving.com/essential-oil-blends/Rc 

Calm and Relax your body and mind.

Tranquil Roll-on

Tranquil Essential Oil Roll-On is a blend of lavender, cedarwood, and Roman chamomile essential oils  formulated to calm and relax the body and mind.

Why Use Tranquil Essential Oil Roll-On?

·        Ease anxiety, restlessness, and tension.

·        Promote sleep and relaxation in children and adults.

·        Bring peace to stressful situations.

·        Calm and relax your mind and body.

·        Soothe frayed nerves.

From Genie- STRESS RELIEF FOUND IN TRANQUIL”I really enjoy the new roll-on oils of Young Living. My friend was having a very stressful day at work and I said try this new blend, Tranquil. She let me roll it on her wrist and sniffed it and liked the smell. Later that day she says to me, “it works”. She said it calmed her right down and even when she went home her husband was amazed she was so calm.”

From Linda- TRANQUIL ROLL-ON IS CALMING “I was so excited from a convention I couldn't sleep. So I got out Tranquil roll-on and ran it across my forehead and back of the neck. In a few minutes was right to sleep. I also used it on my 2.5 year old and 2 month granddaughters before getting on the plane to Disney Land and they were great.”

 http://www.youngliving.us/pdfs/PIP_Tranquil.pdf

Yours in Health, Ann

amdbar@optonline.net

Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to.

10/27/2011

Omega-3 to the rescue!

Omega-3s Reduce Anxiety, Inflammation

Fish oil from salmon and other cold-water species is a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, and according to a new study, can help reduce both inflammation and anxiety. A research team from Ohio State University reported that daily doses of omega-3 supplements, providing about four to five times the amount of fish oil found in a daily serving of salmon, reduced anxiety among a group of medical students. Inflammation can foster diseases ranging from arthritis to cancer and heart disease. The study was published online on July 19, 2011 by the journal Brain, Behavior and Immunity.

My We've known for some time that omega-3s help tone down inflammation, and may help reduce the risk and symptoms of a number of disorders influenced by inflammation. We also know that people with memory loss, depression and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), may benefit from omega-3s, so it makes sense that these fats would also help reduce anxiety. To get adequate omega-3s, eat oily fleshed, wild-caught, cold water fish two to three times per week. If you use fish oil capsules, take two grams daily of a brand that contains both EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).

Help boost your immunity with Probiotics

I was reading an article in a magazine (I think it was Prevention) .... the one thing I recall is that your immunity stems from your gut! I never knew this .... did you?

It’s a little-known fact that 80 percent of your immune system is located in your gut. Since your immune system is your body’s first line of defense, this means that your digestive system can greatly influence your overall health.

• Digestive Health:Your intestine is in a near-constant war pitting "good" probiotics with unhealthy "bad" bacteria. Too many bad bacteria in your guy can encourage digestive issues like Chron's disease and irritable bowel syndrome, MayoClinic.com reports. Consuming probiotics adds reinforcements for the good bacteria in your gut, reducing the risk of bad bacteria overgrowth. Probiotics can reduce the incidence of diarrhea by 60 percent in children, Harvard University School of Public Health reports.

• Cancer: Cancer was the cause of more than 10 percent of all deaths worldwide in 2008, the World Health Organization reports. Research published in the July 2008 issue of "Cellular Microbiology" found that a specific type of probiotic -- Lactobacillus reuteri -- promoted cancer cell death in a test tube experiment. This probiotic, commonly found in yogurt, activated enzymes in cancerous cells that forced them to self destruct. However, no human research has replicated the results of this particular study.

• Immunity: Probiotics help regulate your body's immune system, making it more efficient and effective.

• Yeast Infections:Yeast infections are a common cause of pain and discomfort in women. A research review published in the March 2002 "Microbes and Infection" notes that the type of probiotics found in yogurt can help reduce severity and incidence of yeast infections and urinary tract infections. Like in your intestine, probiotics drive out bad bacteria by using up precious space and nutrients..Probiotics naturally release compounds that make it hard for potentially infectious bacteria to adhere to your body, the study authors note.

 Give your immune system a boost before cold and flu season begin!!!

Ending with a story.... 

Chronic diarrhea for twenty years!

Author: Carol Lynn Nash

My husband has had chronic diarrhea for over 20 years. He has been to several doctors and specialists. He was finally told to take Imodium everyday, this did not stop the diarrhea but it did help. He did this for the past 15 years. We started taking the probiotic Life 5 from Young Living and his diarrhea ended in about 3 days. It is the first time he has had normal stools in so long. We had no idea the probiotic would help. We were taking it as a supplement to help with digestion. Not sure if anyone else suffers from this, if so try the Life 5. He takes one each night before he goes to be.

Yours in Health! Ann

Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to.

LEMON OIL TO THE RESCUE!! (again) for GERD

Acid Reflux

Essential oils can be used as an alternative treatment for a variety of problems. As we get older (over 35 in fact) there is a decrease in stomach acid production and this can be helped along by stress. This allows ‘bad bacteria’ in the stomach to grow and they in turn produce gas and acid that leads to the discomfort and the ‘sound affects’ associated with reflux. Natural remedies for acid reflux target this by increasing the amount of ‘good bacteria’.

Instead of looking for natural remedies for acid reflux most people turn to the traditional acid-blocking drugs such as Tagamet, Zantac and Prilosec. While these drugs may work quickly on the symptoms, the problem is that they reduce your ability to digest food, make you more susceptible to diseases transmitted through food and increase your risk of food poisoning.

Natural Remedies for Acid Reflux
Prevention includes eating smaller meals, reducing your take of carbohydrates, eliminate fried foods, increase the amount of protein you eat and drink more water – at least eight to ten glasses per day (more if you sweat a lot).
Natural remedies for acid reflux include the following supplements:

·        A high quality probiotic (LIFE 5 from young living) to increase the ‘good bacteria in the stomach’.

·         Digestive enzymes– before each meal – to improve digestion.

·        Other natural remedies for acid reflux include the herbs peppermint, chamomile, spearmint, lemon, marjoram and clove. Essential oils may be applied by massage and peppermint or chamomile tea is very effective – particularly in place of caffeine.

·        Lemon is a fast and easy acid reflux remedy. You can squeeze half a lemon in 8oz. of water and sip it slowly in the morning before breakfast. Or use lemon essential oil for even greater benefits. ("When a guest at my house asks me for an antacid drink or tablet, I make them drink a 8 ounce glass of water with one drop of lemon essential oil in it instead.”) By ingesting lemon juice or essential oil the stomach temporarily reduces the excretion of digestive acids, therefore alleviating heartburn. A very simple acid reflux remedy. Lemon essential oil has antibacterial properties, which may be effective against H.pylori bacteria in the stomach and further down the digestive tract (diarrhea). If you are interested in the alkalinity or acidity of foods you'll be amazed to know that fresh lemons are actually an alkaline food showing up at 9.9 PH on the Ash scale.

GERD is no longer a problem in our family Just to mention briefly that our whole family, especially our son who is now in his 20s, suffers from GERD. This is a condition in which the stomach contents leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus. My son was born with it and was on Reglan syrup the first months of his life. We started using Lemon oil and it has made a BIG difference for all of us. We now use it as a preventive by drinking a glass of water in the morning with a couple of lemon drops of oil and we don't have GERD anymore. If we forget to do this and get GERD in the daytime, we just rub some on our chest and it is taken care of completely!

"Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to."

Deep Relief for Bug Bites

BUZZ OFF

It seems the mosquitoes are out and feasting on me and my family!!!  Deep Relief Essential Oil blend works amazingly well at stopping the itch as well as decreasing the inflammation associated with bug bites.  My kids come and ask me for it all the time.  Deep relief is absolutely amazing for neck pain and tension. It is soooo good! It comes in a roll-on which easily slips into a pocket or purse and can be used any time of the day.
It also may help ease tension headaches, as well as decrease joint and muscle pain.  Anyone who tries it LOVES it!!!   (A client called me and requested 2  Deep Relief oils. I asked her why because she just purchased one the week before. Here is her story: "My furnace was being serviced and I noticed the technician was rubbing his neck. I asked him if he wanted to try something to help with pain, he said, "Sure why not!". The next day he called and wanted 2 Deep Relief roll-ons; one for him and on for his 90yr old Mother." )

Check out the amazing ingredients in this blend.

PDF on Deep Relief

Yours in Health, Ann!

LEMON OIL TO THE RESCUE!! This picture is worth a thousand words!

The pictures above are a before and after of my husband's arm.

He was patching a roof  and ended up with some tar on his arm.

It would not come off so he was off to the store to find

 some type of solvent or chemical to remove it. I asked him if

I could try removing it with lemon oil, and being a good

sport he said, "o.k. but I do not think it will work." 

I used 5-6 drops of Young Living's lemon essential oil

using a paper napkin-it wiped it off in seconds!!

 ~Some other uses for Lemon Oil~ 

• A few drops removes most sticky residues- things like tar, stickers,  adhesives, sap and pine pitch. (" I cut down my Christmas tree and in the process my hands got covered with pine pitch. It would not come off.. Being new to oils I thought I would try lemon and 3 drops later my hands were clean!")
• Removes permanent marker, and crayon.  Use to remove paint from hands.
• Add 10-15 drops of lemon oil into a small spray bottle, fill with water and use to disinfect counter tops while leaving your kitchen smelling fresh and clean. This spray also can be used to clean fruit. ("I have a new dishwasher and it smells. I add 1-2 drops of lemon oil in with my soap and the smell has gone away. Lemon kills bacteria so I know my dishes are germ free.")
  
• Add lemon oil to your drinking water; it tastes great and enhances immunity by providing a high level of antioxidants as well as vitamin C. 2-3 drops a day is all you need.  ("I felt like I was coming down with a cold. I drank lemon oil in my water, used a few drops of oil in my tea, and rubbed it over my throat and neck. The next day I woke up and I felt better! Lemon beat my cold.")
  
• Lemon oil and all the citrus oils contain D-limonene; a compound that has been studies for its ability to prevent tumor growth in over 50 clinical studies. (My daughter adds 1-2 drops of a citrus oil to her aluminum water bottle that she takes with her to school. She loves the taste! I feel good knowing she is getting an healthy alternative vs. an artificially flavored drink that offers no health benefits.) 
• Lemon is uplifting and refreshing and helps improve concentration.  

          Yours in Health, Ann.

(If you'd like to try it, stop me. It is another oil I carry with me.I am happy to share!) 

Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to.

Ahhhh DEEP RELIEF ....it is good stuff!

 

Young Living's DEEP RELIEF ESSENTIAL OIL

"It is the best stuff to ease my neck pain!"  

Young Living's Deep Relief is an essential oil blend created to help ease muscle tension and pain. This blend contains very powerful natural anti-inflammatory oils that are perfect for our everyday aches and pains.My favorite use for this oil is to apply it to my neck which tends to get stiff and tense from working in front of the computer for extended periods of time. It is equally fantastic for most muscle and joint challenges including sore muscles, sprains, and ligaments. Deep Relief can be used as a natural muscle relaxer; definitely use it for inflammation of the back or as a muscle pain remedy. Some people use it to combat tension or migraine headaches. If you suffer from bone pain, use deep relief in conjunction with wintergreen essential oil. I like to layer Ortho Sport Massage Oil over Deep Relief Essential Oil when I have very sore muscles after a difficult work-out.

                            

Deep Relief essential oil comes in a portable roll-on applicator. The steel ball applicator makes it super easy to apply and provides a small amount of oil to the application area; perfect for when you are sitting in front of the computer or when applying the oil to those hard to reach places on your back or shoulders.

A few stories from clients: (You may recognize yourself in a story below!)

~ A client was not interested in using essential oils and looked at me with much trepidation. She suffers with neck pain so I snuck up and rolled her neck with the Deep Relief. The next day she said, "I want that stuff".  A few weeks later I asked how she was doing and she replied, "When I feel my neck getting tight, I use a few times before it before it gets bad, and it really helps me."
There is no greater testimonial than this!

~A client works 8-10 hours a day on the computer and had limited range of motion and neck tension and soreness.  I shared my Deep Relief roll-on with her. The next day she got one for herself. It was a few weeks later when her co-worker noticed that her neck was moving so much more freely. I asked her what she thought and she remarked, "I can move my neck in ways that I have not been able to do in years! I applied it 3-4x a day when I started but now I do not really need it anymore. I gave it to my Mother to try."

~A man who is was very skeptical about oils shared with me that he woke up with a sore neck and shoulder. About 10 minutes after he used the Deep Relief he came over to me and stated, "Wow that stuff really works! My neck feels better already. Can I have one?"

~ From Sharon "I first tried Deep Relief for my own ailments and was amazed at the quick relief that I felt. I shared with one lady who had been using either a walker or cane, and within just a few minutes she felt like walking without either! And did, with no pain! I also shared with a karate instructor who has a bad ankle and knee, with constant pain. A few days later, he told me that 'that liquid band-aid' was 'the bomb', the best pain relief that he has used."

I am never with out Deep Relief, feel free to stop me and try it for yourself.

I'd love to get your honest feedback!

 

In a world filled with so many harmful toxins and chemicals

Deep Relief Essential oil blend offers a

 non-toxic approach to support your health and combat your aches and pains.

 

Yours in Health!

Ann

Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to.

Purification Essential oil. A great oil to use in the summer!!

PURIFICATION ESSENTIAL OIL

What is it?

What can it do for me?

This is an antiseptic blend formulated for diffusing to help purify the home and work environment.  It cleanses the air and neutralizes mildew, cigarette smoke, and disagreeable odors. When applied directly to the skin, Purification may be used to cleanse cuts and scrapes and may help neutralize the poison of bites from spiders, bees, hornets, wasps. Purification is another one of the essential oils I carry with me at all times. Feel free to stop me and try it for yourself!

A few stories from other people and how they use purification essential oil.


TICKS ~In the shower this morning, I found a tick between my big and second toe. I had no idea how long he had been there. I have always been terrible at removing them with tweezers, so I decided to try purification instead. I loaded a q-tip and rubbed it around the area and he just barely moved. For the longest time, he seemed not to be bothered by it and I even wondered if he was still alive. Just when I'd determined he was dead, he would move again. After about 15 minutes, he finally decided it was time to leave and backed out. Yeah!! Lesson learned, don't be impatient and quit. Take the time and it WILL work!!

BEES ~I was sitting on my patio one hot summer day a few years ago and my friend and I were bothered by a bee hovering around. I sprinkled a few drops of purification oil blend and the bee peacefully flew away! Similarly, on another occasion, I was working at my church rummage sale in September and again was plagued by a bee at the (open) back door. Thank God I had my Essential 7 kit. I quickly sprinkled purification by the door. Like the first time, the bee flew away without incident! This is especially exciting for me as I have had severe reactions to insect bites all of my life and have had some particularly painful and swollen bee stings which have made me dizzy. I can rest easy, knowing purification is the non-toxic armor to make bees flee!

BITES ~My 2 year old son was stung by a yellow jacket on his finger. He was hysterical and his finger swelled up quickly and was hot to the touch. I quickly grabbed my Purification and put some on the sting site. He immediately stopped crying and within 3 minutes I couldn't even tell which finger it was that was stung!

~We just returned from a trip to France and one of the young ladies with us had several mosquito bites on her legs. I put a few drops of Purification on them and the itching and redness stopped. She did not have any other bites after that.

INSECT REPELLENT ~Went to Hawaii with a group of thirteen adults and children. I'd squeeze some sunscreen in my hand then add a few drops of the Purification blend and rub on. I was the only one out of the group to not get any bug bites, day and night critters both.

FOOT ODORS ~My husband had always been plagued with foot odor. He had tried many different remedies, but nothing worked for more than a few hours. I decided one day to try Purification oil, as I had used it when going to a hotel, to clean the room of any impurities. I applied a drop under his toes, a drop on the bottom of his foot, and a drop on the top of his foot, rubbing it in completely. The odor was completely gone, and stayed gone the whole day and night. So now, each day after his shower, I apply the Purification oil to each foot, and he has not had any odor since. What a wonderful oil!

PET ODORS ~We had an annoying urine smell in our basement laundry room. We tried and tried to locate the origin of it and finally determined it was in an area of concrete that we had put an old bathroom rug down for padding, but has since been removed. In one of our floods, it seems the urine must have been in the old bathroom rug and into the concrete. After trial and error, we found Purification dripped right onto the concrete area where the smell is finally took away the smell. YEAH!!!!

~We have three dogs, and have a constant challenge with odors in our rugs and upholstered furniture. I put some baking soda and a few drops of Young Living Purification Essential Oil Blend in a shaker can and shook it well. Then, I scattered it all over the rugs and let it sit for about half an hour. I vacuumed it all up and now I have a very fresh smelling house. I hope this helps you.

AIR FRESHENER ~I mix water and approximately 10 drops of Purification oil in a spray bottle and use as air freshener. I love the smell! I also use this same mixture on my dog when he is scratching himself. It seems to help for the itching.


FRESHEN LAUNDRY ~I had a load of clothes that hadn't gotten into the dryer soon enough so they had that musty smell to them. With a backlog of laundry piled up, I thought I would try wetting a washcloth and put several drops of Young Living Purification oil on it and toss it in the dryer with the clothes like a fabric softener sheet. Sure enough, those clothes came out fresh with no bad smell whatsoever!


 Essential oils are safe and non-toxic! They last a long time and can be used for a multitude of things!!

Yours in Health!

Ann

"Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to."

PEPPERMINT OIL: Mice, Ants, Spiders, Mosquitoes, and you!

Young Living's Peppermint oil is a very versatile oil. Peppermint oil can keep those little pests away from you this summer. Therapeutic grade Peppermint essential oil can be used to support your health in many ways. It helps reduce muscle aches and pains, eases indigestion, relieves headaches, reduces fever, relieves motion sickness, may help combat congestion, may help ease itches from poison ivy, bug bites and stings. Peppermint is one of my favorite oils. I am never with out my peppermint oil, feel free to stop me and try it for yourself.

A few stories from other people about how they benefit from Peppermint oil.

ANTS ~In the summer time, we frequently dine on our screened porch. Despite cleaning up after every meals, we were having more problems with ants on and around the table. I added 2 drops of peppermint oil to my organic glass cleaner and the ant problem vanished!

MICE~ My heart sank as I recognized the tell-tale signs of a mouse in my house. A day later, we spotted one. First, we bought glue traps. That caught one successfully; but I knew there was still at least one more. Somehow or another, the remaining mouse knew to avoid the traps. So... I decided I'd search the oil testimonial database and see which oils might help. Peppermint was mentioned several times--so out came my bottle of peppermint. A few drops of cotton balls scented with that oil and placed around the rooms have resolved the mouse in the house situation successfully!

MOSQUITOES~When I work out in my garden, I mix several drops of peppermint oil with V-6 oil, and rub it on my exposed areas - wrists, hands, ankles, feet, neck, etc., and the mosquitoes buzz around me but never land on me. Works every time!

SPIDERS~I spray Peppermint oil in the air to deter spiders. Repeat every two weeks. (4 oz. bottle of water with 10 drops Peppermint oil). Works great.

PEOPLE~My grand kids love to use the peppermint oil for their itches--stops it right away. They also like it for upset tummies, and just to add to their drinking water. My sister and son also had great relief from heartburn with just a drop of peppermint oil in 8 oz. of water. One of the grandsons had a stuffy nose for a couple of weeks, and he would just open the bottle of peppermint and breathe deeply through his nose--it took just a few seconds to open him up. They also like the deep relief roll on for their sore spots--one of the boys has a lot of growing pains.


 

"Essential oil testimonials are an effective way of learning and sharing. With this knowledge, we can take control of our own health. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned here are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. However, when you give the body what it needs then the body can heal itself as God intended it to."

Warning Labels

Let me ask you a question…. Do you ever pay attention to the warning labels on common over-the-counter medications?  You know, that teeny, tiny print that is on the folded up piece of tissue paper inside of the box?  Most of us don’t.  We trust that our doctor or pharmacist will keep our best interest in mind and guide us to products that are safe as well as effective.  This is not the case.  If you took the time to read the label on the box of Tylenol you will find that acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, is toxic to the liver.  In addition, recent studies have linked Tylenol to causing asthma in kids.  Not to mention the recent Johnson & Johnson recall of children’s Tylenol products because of contamination that was making kids sick.  How safe do you feel now?  Will you continue reaching for Tylenol for headaches and fever or are you open to considering safe and effective therapeutic grade essential oils for your natural pain relief?

Natural Pain Relief Alternatives

I am in your corner.  I remember how challenging it was to make the switch from aspirin and antibiotics to holistic remedies.  It felt foreign and I had tons of questions.  Daily we are bombarded with TV, radio, magazine and internet advertisers touting this drug and that medication.  We have history with how our caregivers handled our own childhood health issues.  What is the best practice to follow?  How do we break from habit and set out on a new course for our health?  Answer?  One baby step at a time.  Here I have compiled a list of common ailments or illnesses and the Young Living Essential Oil to use as an alternative to Tylenol.  Without liver toxicity….. Without high deductibles.... Without cross reactions ..... and most importantly WITH the ability to use products that are safe non-toxic and healing!!!

• arthritis:  wintergreen, PanAway, peppermint on location; NingXia Red for inflammation
• back pain:  Aroma Siez, peppermint on location
• ear ache:  lavender, Melrose, Purification rubbed in a circular direction around the ear (NEVER put essential oils directly in the ear)
• fever:  peppermint applied to bottom of feet, wait 10 minutes. Repeat. Wait 10 minutes. Repeat.
• headache:  peppermint or PanAway on temples, back of neck.  Put drop on tongue and push against roof of mouth.  
• menstrual cramps:  Progessence Plus on side of neck, valerian 2 drops internally in blank gel cap or Dragon Time topically
• muscle aches:  peppermint, wintergreen or PanAway on location
• sinus congestion:  peppermint, R.C. or Breathe Again on location
• sore throat:  Thieves Spray on back of throat, gargle with melaleuca alternifolia, Thieves on bottom of feet
• toothache:  clove or PanAway on location

In summary, Young Living Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils provide safe and effective natural pain relief.  It is also important to discover the cause of the ailment and not just treat the symptom.  This is where true healing lies.This is one of my passions... I would love to share it with you or with someone you love. It will change your life.

ODORS HAVE PROFOUND EFFECTS ON MOOD ENERGY AND HEALTH.

DID YOU KNOW- the latest research has proven that the sense of smell has a profound effect on our health?

THE PROCESS IS COMPLEX. IT HAS TO DO WITH THE OLFACTORY BULB, AND SIGNALS THAT ARE RELAYED TO THE LIMBIC SYSTEM; THE PART OF THE BRAIN GOVERNS MANY OF OUR BEHAVIORS INCLUDING ANXIETY, STRESS, PLEASURE, ADDICTION, MOOD, AND ENERGY.

LOSE WEIGHT WITH PURE THERAPEUTIC GRADE PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL: The founder of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago recently conducted a study and found that satiating your odor and taste receptors can play a key role in weight loss! One of the best smells to curb your appetite is PEPPERMINT!  Keep a bottle of  Peppermint Oil close by and try sniffing it instead of snacking. Use 1 drop of Young Living's peppermint oil in a glass of hot water to reep the benefits of peppermint tea. Peppermint is also good for curbing headaches, managing the pain from muscle aches, deterring mice and ants, aids with indigestion, relieves nasal congestion and more!! Use a drop or 2 on the bottom of your feet to aid in absorption into your body. For headaches rub peppermint oil on your temples, at the base of your neck, and on your big toe. I have found that 1 drop on my thumb, then pressed on the roof of my mouth gets rid of a headache in minutes! The list is endless.....
  

DO YOU HAVE A STORY ABOUT PEPPERMINT OIL????  

Would you consider sharing your story  with others?

Together we can gain insight to living a better, healthier life.

Follow my blog and get started on a healthier you!

               Yours in Health!

Ann

An introduction to ESSENTIAL OILS and how they may help

Manage STRESS, ANXIETY & DEPRESSION.

 February 4^th, 2011

 7:00-8:15 p.m.

·        Are you feeling out-of-balance?

·        Do you need a better night’s sleep?

·        Are you anxious or do you suffer from the blues?

·        Do you lack self confidence?

·        Are you dealing with stress or do you feel emotionally drained?

·        Do you want to learn a new, natural ways to approach your mental health?

If you answered yes to any of these questions please consider attending this introduction to Young Living Therapeutic-grade oils.

New Year and a New you?

Hello- Welcome to my Blog!! Yours in Health!! That is where this year 2011 is taking me..... 

So I've decided to start a Blog. I am not sure where this will lead, if anywhere, but I've decided it is a New Year and I would like to see what this blogging is all about!  My intention is simple: to share my passion and knowledge on things that are dear to me: health & wellness. I have recently embraced a new venture...or more accurately, it embraced me. I have discovered the profound power of therapeutic essential oils; they have brought health, wellness and balance into my life and into the life of my family. I have recently began a business. I am an independent distributor for Young Living. There is some controversy about the company, but what I know is that these products have changed my health and my life.  It was and will always be my intention to empower others to learn about "another" choice for managing their health; an approach that dates back before synthetic chemicals were created when plants were used for medicinal purposes. I have seen first hand how antibiotics fail, how 3 doctors can prescribe 3 different courses of medical treatment, and how the majority of health care providers in the United States jump to diagnose and prescribe medications that have more toxic effects and do nearly as much harm as good. Have you listened closely to a commercial from a pharmaceutical company endorsing a new drug.... "side effects may include".......  Scary. Don't get me wrong, there is a time and place for everything, yes, even synthetic medications and drugs. But if you had a choice (which you do), would you rather know all the facts and all your options BEFORE making a choice to determine what is best suited for your own needs or would you rather be lumped into the pool- and like everyone else follow the norm? For me and my family- I have decided to try and educate myself on non-toxic options. The irony in this is that one of my other passions is infectious diseases; I  love the theoretical aspects of antibiotics! At this point I have everything to gain and nothing to loss. Will you walk with me as I begin a new journey on a different path?

I believe knowledge is power. Follow my blog and empower yourself  to do what is right for you, for your body, for your family and for your soul.....  Yours In Health, Ann.