Christmas Depression.

When I was a teen my parents ran a four bed foster home for teenagers. These teens had usually left home/had been kicked out due to fighting with their parents. Every Christmas Eve these teens would all rush off to spend a few days with their parents. With sugar plums in their head they would be hopeful of reconciliation. I am the type of person who wants a perfect world; and my heart would break for them as they would return early, with tears in their eyes and anger in their hearts. Every Christmas was the same routinue. It didn’t matter who it was, what the story was, it just ended the same every year. After Christmas our home would be full of depressed teenagers. Even thinking about it breaks my heart. To this day I feel an overwhelming need to make Christmas perfect for my kids. I guess deep down I want to protect them and never see them sad at Christmas like the faces from the past. Christmas to me in playing and being together most of all. But sad to say depression is all around us at Christmas. So today I wanted to share two oils that I have been sharing with friends this year for depression. They are RutaVaLa and Palo Santo. The results have been amazing. My one friend was on expensive depression medicene and she is off them and feeling great using RutaVaLa. The best thing is one application and you can feel a difference. After the second day she told me the oil worked just as well as her medication. All you need is about 2 drops of oil so the bottle last a long time. Depression is overwhelming and we all have times in our life that it touches us. I am so grateful this Christmas for so many things, especially essential oils. I hope that as I share the oils with you that  you are receptive and they can help you to. Merry Christmas!

Christmas Is Coming…everybody is sick!!!

Everywhere I go I hear a Christmas chorus of coughing and see fountains streaming from noses. It’s a Christmas nightmare!! Well this year I refuse to deal with that nightmare at Christmas. I have officially ruled that my kids, husband or I are NOT allowed to be sick this Christmas. So this year I am wising up and we are doing prevention oil treatments until Christmas. Everyone must pick a flu/cold type oil and put it on once daily until Christmas. I’ll give them choice of…Thieves, RC, Raven, Sacred Mountain, Rosewood, Purification. Those are the ones we usually use but many others will help with colds. Usually the kids just pick which one they feel they need. This is a really good way to pick which oil you need. They are just inspired. If they don’t pick one I will and slap it on them.  Then if any small hint of sore throat they get Lemon oil. And if I even hear a smidgen of the word stomach flu from anyone, it means everyday everyone gets DiGize on their stomach or feet. Last Christmas was a stomach flu nightmare.  My relatives shared…so nice…the stomach flu. I told my kids to start putting on DiGize. I was too lazy to do it and felt that if they didn’t want to be sick then they should put it on. (I’m big into responsibility) So the kids who put oils on didn’t get it but the ones who didn’t got the dreaded stomach flu. It was nasty!! Then the Christmas sharing was so wonderful that it come for a second round. The kids who were sick before still had weak stomachs and got it again. The relatives kept coming over and sharing again and again. The Christmas Spirit was alive at our house. This year I’m the sickness Scrooge and I’m forcing it on everyone. I will get the oil and apply it on them if they don’t do it themselves. I had sick kids last year because they were too lazy to do it. Nobody wants to find the oil they want, get it and put them on. But as soon as they are sick,”MOM, I need oils.” GRRR! So just call me Scrooge!

ps-I am going to try to remember to give out daily “Christmas Nightmare” prevention shots of Ningxia Red Juice. It always is a great preventive..it’s full of antioxidents. A total boost to the immune system. And my kids actually like it too!

Breakfast YUM!!!

Actually I hate breakfast. I don’t like eating in the morning. I don’t like taking the time to make food. I don’t like taking the time to eat. I usually hate all breakfast type food…oh unless it’s for dinner. I just really am NOT a morning person at all. And all my life I hear,”Breakfast is the most important meal..blah..blah..blah!” And the really sad part is that I agree. So I try to be good but like I said I’m not a morning person. So I don’t eat and then sometimes get some lunch if I remember. Then I’m starving at dinner time and eat tons. Then want to snack all night because I’m hungry. This would be great for me except that it makes me fat. I am super cheap so being fat is a problem when you can’t fit into your clothes. I don’t want to but clothes when I have lots already. So when I can only fit into a few pants I decided time to buck up and eat better. So I try eating breakfast. But cereal bores me, pancakes etc gag me. Lunch food would be ok but I am just not into meal prep in the morn..remember I am not a morning person. So I started taking YL Balance Complete. It is A daily superfood energizer+nutritive cleanse. It is a meal replacement that I use for breakfast. If you want to lose weight you can do it for lunch also. It also has a low glycemic index. Anyway it is vanilla cream and it is delicious. It is 190 calories. But I personally like to add a banana and strawberries. And when I’m feeling a little wild I throw in some berries. It’s fast I just grab frozen fruit, a banana and 2 scoops of power mix it a blender and I’m done. Then I can carry my breakfast around and sip it all morning. It is totally filling. Most of the time I only have 1 1/2 scoops of powder because I tend to drink it slow and then don’t eat lunch but then I get too hungry by dinner. But it is so good that now all my kids are having it. My oldest son is 13 and beyond lazy when it comes to food, but on the otherhand he is always starving. He actually started making them too. A miracle that he did something in the kitchen. I was shocked. It has to be really good for him to do it. So it’s great a healthy breakfast, quick and I never get sick of it. And tell you it taste great!

ps-I also like to add hemp seed since my hubby’s family has high cholesterol.

Roll Ons

I love the new roll-on essential oils. They are so easy for my kids and husband to use. Just quick and fast. They have three roll-ons available-Valor, Tranquil, and Deef Relief.  I carry them around in my purse..so handy!

VALOR-It is a special blend of spruce, blue tansy, rosewood, and frankincense in a coconut oil base. It helps with confidence, courage and self esteem. Valor is my favorite smelling oil too!

TRANQUIL-It is a blend of lavender, cederwood and roman chamomile. It helps calm and relax the body! A quick stress buster.

DEEP RELIEF-A blend of peppermint,copal, helichrysum.palo santo, and other YL oils to release muscle soreness and tension. I love this one. I take it when I go hiking and roll it on my calf because I get sore easily..that happened when you don’t exercise enough. It helps so quickly and easily. Also I put it on my neck when it gets stiff from stress!

 JAN-a new roll-on is coming. I’m so excited!!! It is called BREATHE AGAIN. It is for colds and flu. I can’t wait to check it out. I’ll let you know what I think. If you are interested in trying it early it can be purchased in a gift pack for Christmas. I’ll be getting it next week. So I’ll inform by kids no colds until then!

Why my husband is an idiot ;-)

My husband drives me crazy!

When we were dating my future husband had a runny nose all year long. He had allergies but wouldn’t believe me. He used nose spray that opened up his nose passages and it made the allergies worse. But he felt he could breathe better. I think he became a nose spray addict! Well he finally had testing done and found out yes he had allergies. He then went on some prescription allergy nose spray. It helped quite a bit but cost at least $30 a month. We are married by this time and had two kids and let just say not finacially free. I wasn’t happy at the cost and I felt that he was dependant on drugs. A short time after starting the new spray I joined Young Living Essential Oils.

I was always attracted to natural oils and wanted to know more. My first experiment was to fix my husbands allergies. So I read a bit and did some muscle testing and bought a bottle of basil oil. The price was about $18. About half the cost of the spray. So in the morning my husband put  the basil oil on the outside of his nose. It would clear his passages instantly. Then he’d do it again for bedtime. He put the oil on for about 4 months. He went through about half a bottle. And he stopped putting it on. He didn’t have allergy problems after that for a quite a few years.

Then slowly the allergens built up in his body and started the problem again.  He would always get fed up with the allergies when he was out at work so he’d go to the drug store and buy nose spray. He would miss use them as usual.(use to much and for to long) Then I’d find out about the drugs..not happy! I’d make him try oils again. He’d always be surprised that they’d work so well. So he stay on them for a while and his nose would be clear for a year or so and the process would start again. What I’ve learned is-first, my husband drives me crazy. second, allergies can be controlled or taken away with essential oils. He can’t get rid of his because he is allergic to dust…we live in a dusty place and I hate dusting. He is also allergic to feathers and we sleep with a down comforter and are not willing to give it up…stupid I know. But we can control his allergies and be symptom free  by using oils. He doesn’t need to use them daily but when he nose is giving him problems he need to use them for a few weeks and they will be gone for at least a year. We also have learned that changing the oil he used every year or two helps. He used Basil for years and then it wasn’t as effective so he went to nose spray. He just had to try other oils until he found on that worked to his satisfaction. Rosewood is his favorite…for now anyway. Oils always work best for him. He just gets too lazy to look for the bottle he wants and open the lid and put it on his finger to put on his nose. Grabbing a bottle and squeezing into his nose is easier. Caveman just came to mind! Anyway oils are cheaper, more effective immediately and long term and no chemicals.

Palo Santo Essential Oil

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

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

Caution: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

Ingredients: Palo Santo (Bursera Graveolens) Oil

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

RutaVaLa Essential Oils Blend

Product Summary
A proprietary blend of Ruta graveolens (rue), lavender, and valerian essential oils, Young Living’s RutaVaLa promotes relaxation of the body and mind.

Product Story
Unique to Young Living, RutaVaLa is a proprietary blend of Ruta graveolens (rue), lavender, and valerian essential oils. Although lavender and valerian are well known for their sedative properties, this blend introduces the less recognized, yet efcacious, ruta oil. Te Ruta graveolens herb is farmed, harvested, and distilled at GaryYoung’s farm in Ecuador. Use of the rue herb dates back many centuries and is referenced in the Bible as an herb to be tithed. When combined with lavender and valerian, this trio of essential oils is formulated to relax the body and mind, counter stressed nerves, and revitalize passion.

Primary Benefts
+ Acts as a relaxant for the body and mind and counters stressed nerves*
+ Rebalances energy to improve vigor during daily activities*
+ Reduces inhibitions and minimizes stressful situations*
+ Induces quality sleep*

Did You Know?
Rue is one of the ingredients used in the Vinegar of the Four Tieves. Te Four Tieves were a family of perfumers who robbed the dead during the Black Plague and were protected by this antiseptic concoction that included rue.

How to Use
Tis product is for aromatic use only. Difuse or inhale 1-2 drops every hour or as needed.

Caution
If pregnant or if you have a medical condition, consult with a healthcare professional before use.
Avoid using on skin.

Complementary Products
Essential Oils: Peace and Calming®, White Angelica™, and clary sage.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Ruta graveolens oil safe?
A. Yes; Ruta (rue) oil is a very diferent chemical composition than the Ruta graveolens herb itself. The herb or water extracts from the herb can have negative efects at very high dosages. Ruta oil is composed primarily of ingredients that are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) according to the FDA.
Q. Should RutaVaLa be used as a dietary supplement?
A. No; RutaVaLa should only be used aromatically as indicated in the How to Use section.
Q. Should RutaVaLa be used topically?
A. No; Ruta oil contains a photosensitizing compound. Caution should be used when applying topically to skin that will be exposed to sunlight within 12-24 hours.

Ingredients: Ruta graveolens (rue) oil, valeriana officinalis (valerian) root oil, and lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil.

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

RC Essential Oils Blend

R.C.™ contains powerful therapeutic-grade essential oils that are invigorating when applied, especially to the chest and throat area. R.C. is a wonderful blend to diffuse during winter…

How to use: For topical or aromatic use. Diffuse in living areas and workplace. Apply on chest, neck, ears and bottoms of feet. Use with a compress on chest and back. Alternate with Raven™.

 

Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children. Do not use near fire, flame, heat or spark.

Ingredients: INCI Ingredient Names: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, myrtus communis oil, pinus sylvestris (pine) leaf oil, origanum majorana (marjoram) leaf oil, eucalyptus radiata leaf oil, eucalyptus citriodora leaf oil, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, cupressus sempervirens oil, tsuga canadensis leaf oil, and mentha piperita (peppermint) oil.

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

Rosewood Essential Oil

Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) has a lovely woody, floral scent that is comforting and soothing. It has a steadying and balancing effect on emotions and may help to uplift feelings of despair. Its soothing and refreshing qualities make it a sought-after ingredient in skin care products. Rosewood has an approximate ORAC of 1,131,978 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter.

How to use: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.

Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

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

Thieves essential oil blend

Thieves® was created based on research about four thieves in France who covered themselves with cloves, rosemary, and other aromatics while robbing plague victims. This proprietary essential oil blend was university tested for its cleansing abilities. It is highly effective in supporting the immune system and good health.*

How to use: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk. Diffuse for short periods of time (1/2 hour or less) in the work or home environment.

 

Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Always dilute before applying to the skin or taking internally. Keep out of reach of children.

Ingredients: Clove† (Syzygium aromaticum), lemon† (Citrus limon), cinnamon† (Cinnamomum verum), Eucalyptus radiata† and rosemary† (Rosmarinus officinalis CT 1,8 cineol).

 

† 100% pure therapeutic-grade essential oil.

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

Balance Complete

Balance Complete™ is a super-food-based meal replacement that is both a powerful nutritive energizer and a cleanser. Offering the benefits of Ningxia wolfberry powder, brown rice bran, barley grass, extra virgin coconut oil, aloe vera, cinnamon powder, and our premium whey protein blend, Balance Complete is high in fiber, high in protein, and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals needed for a nutritionally dynamic meal. Balance Complete also features Young Living’s proprietary V-Fiber™ blend, which supplies an amazing 11 grams of fiber per serving, absorbs toxins, and satisfies the appetite while balancing the body’s essential requirements.*

Calories: 190 per serving
Total Fat: 6 g per serving
Sodium: 112.6 mg per serving
Potassium: 369.3 mg per serving
Protein: 11.5 g per serving
Total Carbohydrate: 14 g per serving
Dietary Fiber: 11 g per serving
Sugars: 10.56 g per serving

About 15 servings per container

How to use: Add two scoops of Balance Complete to 8-10 ounces of cold water or the milk of your choice. Shake, stir or blend until smooth. For added flavor, add fruit or essential oils. During Young Living’s five-day nutritive cleanse, replace your three daily meals with Balance Complete and follow recommended schedule. For daily health maintenance, replace your least nutritious meal with Balance Complete. For weight management programs, replace two daily meals with Balance Complete.

Ingredients: Proprietary V-Fiber Blend (larch polysaccharides, Ningxia wolfberry (Lycium barbarum) fruit, brown rice bran, guar gum, konjac, xanthan gum, chicory root fiber extract (FOS), and sodium alginate); whey protein concentrate; nonfat dry milk; medium- chain triglycerides; natural vanilla flavor; fructose; lecithin; calcium (as tricalcium phosphate); phosphorus; Proprietary Enzyme Complex (lactase, lipase, bromelain, papain, and amylase); xylitol; magnesium oxide; barley grass; neohesperidin derivative (flavor from natural citrus); cinnamon bark; mixed carotenoids (vitamin A); lo han kuo extract; cream flavor; barley grass juice; aloe vera; vitamin C (ascorbic acid); mixed tocopherols (vitamin E); vitamin B3 (niacinamide); zinc oxide; selenium (as selenomethionine); betacarotene; molybdenum citrate; vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid from calcium pantothenate); vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCI); chromium amino nicotinate; vitamin B1 (thiamine HCI); vitamin B2 (riboflavin); vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol); vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin); folic acid; orange (Citrus sinensis)† rind; biotin; and iodine (as potassium iodide).

† 100% pure therapeutic-grade essential oil

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