Tuesday Tip- off: DigestZen

DigestZen: is a blend that contains many essential oils which have been recognized through research as powerful agents to help restore normal balance in the digestive system. When used internally, DigestZen can help bring soothing digestive relief.

This Blend Addresses

Congestion
Constipation
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Indigestion
Motion sickness
Nausea
Stomach aches

Blend Ingredients

Anise
Caraway
Coriander
Fennel
Ginger
Peppermint
Tarragon

Application Techniques

Typical ingredients used in these types of blends are certified GRAS by the FDA. Take 1-2 drops in 1/4 cup of warm water or juice for stomach issues or heartburn.

For infants and small children, apply topically to the stomach area with a carrier oil to protect their sensitive skin.

Combine 1 teaspoon of fractionated coconut oil with a drop each of a digestive blend and Lavender and apply the dilution for diaper rash.

Add 2-3 drops of digestive blend and 1 drop of Lemon in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and take internally every hour up to 8 hours while relief comes from gallbladder attacks.

One can apply similarly using guarding blends.

Info gathered from: 

http://www.everythingessential.me/Blends/DigestZen.html

Giveaway!!!

I know I have been away for the past bit so I wanted to do something great to get me back to blogging. I have joined a HUGE giveaway!! I teamed up with 16 vendors to expand some small businesses and give stuff away! Visit http://www.brinababebtq.blogspot.com/  for a chance to win!!!

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The giveaway will go until September 30th at 10pm. There will be a winner for each prize. If an entrant is selected and does not contact the vendor within 24 hours a new winner will be chosen for the prize. I am so excited to see how big this giveaway can get and who the winners are!! Good luck!!!

Don't forget you can always order doTERRA Essential Oils from

 http://www.mydoterra.com/doterrabydenae

August 2013 Specials!

I am very sorry it has been so long since I last posted! With a crazy summer schedule and moving I haven't been able to get a long done on the blog. Hopefully I can get right back on track!

Here are some specials for the month:

Save 10% this month on AromaTouch essential oil blend! 

It has Basil, Cypress, Grapefruit, Lavender, Marjoram, and Peppermint. This Blend relaxes muscles, calms tension, soothes irritated tissue, increases circulation, smoothes skin, and tones skin.

 Anyone who has an order of 200pv or more with doTERRA will get a FREE bottle of InTune Focus Blend AND a FREE bottle of Past Tense. This is a huge deal!  
Simply everyone needs Past Tense for headaches or for tension in the neck and muscles that comes with everyday stress, BUT InTune is one of my personal favorites. A lot of people use it for ADD/ADHD or simply to help them stay focused and concentrate better.
    




 NEW PRODUCTS!!!! 

 

Do you love On Guard? Then you’ll love our On Guard Beadlets! They quickly melt in your mouth to freshen breath and support the immune system. These tiny beadlets are perfect for home or while traveling.

Are you a lover of Deep Blue? Then you will LOVE our new Deep Blue Rub Sample Packets. For a limited  time only, you can receive the targeted comfort of doTERRA's  Deep Blue Rub in ten convenient sample packets. Enjoy sharing its soothing power at sporting events, the gym, or on the go.

Tuesday Tip- off: Coriander

Coriander

Popular across many cultures for various uses,

coriander essential oil is extracted from the

seed of the coriander plant. Coriander’s

healthful therapeutic benefits, which can be

attributed to its extremely high linalool content,

range from digestive support to supporting a

healthy insulin response.

 Coriander oil is included in the DigestZen^® blend.

Typical Applications

The aroma is soothing to some and may be used for its soothing properties by diffusion. Consider as a rotation oil used with other oils to add variety for not only the aromatic benefit but the antibacterial properties as well.

It may be applied directly (neat) for help with muscle pain or for rheumatism and directly on the abdomen or back for digestive difficulties. For digestive difficulties, it may be taken internally mixed with water or other liquids with honey or agave added to sweeten the taste.

Coriander oil is rated as GRAS by the FDA and can be safely used for internal consumption.

Additional Information

"Coriander is distilled from the seed of Cilantro but they are not dried seeds, in order to get the largest amount of oils out of them. This also makes the smell of the Coriander oils fresh just like Cilantro. As opposed to opening a bottle of Coriander seed from your spice rack. The smell is much different."  Dr. David Hill, 2009

Coriander has Properties of:

• Analgesic 
• Antibacterial 
• Antifungal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Antispasmodic
• Sedative
• Stimulant

Wellness Uses

Calm & Stress Relief 
Digestive

Common
Health Concerns

Anorexia
Flatulence
Indigestion
Menstrual pain
Nausea
Muscular pain
Stomach spasms

Info gathered from: http://www.everythingessential.me/Oils/Coriander.html and http://www.doterra.com/tools/documents/Coriander.pdf  More information can be found: http://www.everythingessential.me/Search%20results.html?q=Coriander

Tuesday Tip- off: Wild Orange

Wild Orange

One of the most dynamic fragrances of essential oils.  The combined, proven anti-fungal, antibacterial, and antidepressant properties make it one of the most powerful and aromatic oils to use.  It is excellent for disinfecting and killing fungus and pathogens, while relieving stress. It can be both energizing and uplifting, while being sedative by instilling feelings of peace.It is used in the treatment of anorexia, and has been used as an anti-cancer agent.  It is highly recommended for use during the early stages of cold and flu.  DōTerra Wild Orange, is of the botanical family Rutaceae, grown in the Dominican Republic, with the oil expressed from the peel of the fruit.

Typical Applications

Diffuse Wild Orange for its effectiveness killing pathogens, and enjoy its incredible aroma while it disinfects and kills bacteria.  It is an excellent oil to diffuse in a car during long trips.  Wild Orange is certified by the FDA to be GRAS and 1-2 drops in ¼ cup of water can be taken internally for acid reflux or heartburn. Use topically for a calming, yet invigorating,  massage.  Use in a spritz to spray bed sheets or as an fragrant pathogen killing spray in bathrooms and kitchens. Use with a carrier to sooth an infant’s tummy.  Use topically in a massage during the early stages of a cold.

Precautions:   May react to sunlight or UV rays.  When using photosynthesizing oil, wait a minimum of six hours before exposing skin to UV rays.  The stronger and more lengthy the UV ray, the longer the wait should be. 

Wellness Uses

Calm and Stress Relief
Cold and Flu Season

Properties

Antibacterial
Antidepressant
Anti-fungal
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Antiseptic
Carminative
Choleric
Digestive
Hypertensive
Sedative
Stimulant

Common
Health Concerns

Acid Reflux
Cold and Flu
Depression
Heartburn
Indigestion
Muscle Pain
Stomach Ache
Stress

Info gathered from: http://www.everythingessential.me/Oils/WildOrange.html

Tuesday Tip- off: Balance

 Balance
A grounding blend it contains oils that are geared toward the central nervous system and other body systems. If there are times when you feel confused, doubtful, unsettled, or in need of a sense of well-being, a balancing blend may be an excellent option. For children who deal with ADD, ADHD, autism or bi-polar conditions, use a balancing blend to calm and balance moods. For those who suffer mood swings, anxiety, temper problems or doldrums, a balancing blend may help calm and balance their emotions.

Diffusion is the most effect method of enjoying a balancing blend. Use an inhaler or cup and tissue for school, office or on the go.
Direct application with massage to the feet, neck and back can be effective.
During times of anxiety for children, consider a massage application to their feet, neck, shoulders or back. 

Blend Ingredients

Blue Tansy
Frankincense
Rosewood
Spruce
  

This Blend Addresses

Anxiety
Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity
Nervousness

Info from: http://www.everythingessential.me/Blends/Balance.html

"The Bomb"

I love doTERRA Essential oils. I love them because they work. I have had successes first hand with multiple oils. It is even more exciting to hear success stories from others. I have shared many samples to see how they work on different people and different people. One person confirmed instant relief from a migraine using PastTense. Another has been suffering joint pain for years and with deep blue the pain disappeared. And the flu was knocked out by using a doTERRA "flu bomb."

After a few days of feeling congested, fevers, nasal drainage, chills, body aches, and a sore throat a friend wanted to try some oils. After taking “The Bomb” She was feeling better.

Tuesday Tip- off: Bergamot

Bergamot 
Originally this fruit was harvested from the northern Italian city of Bergamo and it was only used for medicinal purposes in the local region until rather recently. The tree is of the citrus variety with a small Orange-like fruit. The peel is cold pressed to obtain the oils. The lower grade oil extractions are very commonly used in the perfume industry.

	Common	Wellness Uses	Properties
	Health Concerns
	Anxiety	Calm & Stress Relief	Analgesic
	Depression	Deodorant	Antibiotic
	Eczema	Skin Care	Antidepressant
	Indigestion		Anti-inflammatory
	Insomnia		Antiseptic
	Psoriasis		Antispasmodic
	Urinary Tract Infection		Antiparasitic
			Astringent
			Digestive
			Sedative

Historically, in Italy, it was used for fevers and digestive tract problems. More recently it has been shown to be effective in treating urinary tract infections, has excellent properties for skin care, and like many citrus oils is calming and therefore helpful with anxiety and depression.

Many find the aroma of this oil pleasing and diffuse it to help with anxiety or depression. Cup and inhale and other inhalation techniques would apply as well.

For skin problems such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis Bergamot may prove helpful in conjunction with other oils. It should be remembered that in high concentration and repeated useage, this oil can be a skin irritant but in modest useage it is very helpful for skin problems.

The oil is rated as GRAS by the FDA and can safely be used for internal consumption.

Precautions:   Bergamot is photosensitive so if used topically on the skin the area should not be exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet light for 12 hours to avoid severe burning.

*Info from: http://www.everythingessential.me/Oils/Bergamot.html

Blogging my oil journey

Last year I went to a craft and came across a table set up and sharing these amazing oils. In the brief 10 minutes I was there I was hooked. The ladies were so kind and the oils were fantastic and I was only sampling. We booked a class to learn more and see what doTERRA was all about.

The class was wonderful. Learning about oils and how I can benefit from using them. doTERRA oils are the highest grade oils on the market. They are all 3^rd party tested and if one imperfection is found the entire batch is thrown out. The high concentration makes them powerful, lasting, and I feel more cost effective. At the time of the class I was struggling with my daughter. She was having high anxiety and not sleeping. The previous suggestions were melatonin to help her sleep and I was weary. The doTERRA consultant suggested Lavender oil. I tried it for a week as a skeptic, and it worked!! I felt like I had a calm, relaxed and rested child. She loved it too. The few drops at night was enough to get me hooked and then I wanted more!!

After joining the doTERRA team I was able to play with more oils. There are SO many choices. I started with only the lavender oil then the 3 pack and most recently the family physician kit. I use peppermint for upset tummies and headaches and even in my hot chocolate. Lavender is used in my house daily to relax my family and help my daughter with her emotions and sleeping. Lemon is great to clean with. I add a drop on my tooth brush after each use, I add it to a load of laundry, I put a few drops in my mopping solution and also after I am done. I keep finding new was to make my family’s health better, my cleaning safer and more effective and my life better. This is my journey and tips along the way.