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Citrus Essential Oils

tikva51 — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:13:49 +0000

CITRUS FRESH ESSENTIAL OIL:
Stimulates the right brain to amplify creativity and well-being as well as eradicate anxiety. Works well as an air purifier. University researchers in Japan found that diffusing a citrus fragrance in an office environment improved mental accuracy and concentration by 54 percent. When diffused, it adds a clean, fresh scent to any environment.
INGREDIENTS:
ORANGE(Citrus sinensis)is elevating to the mind and body, bringing security, joy, & peace. It is high in limonene which prevents DNA damage. Has anticoagulant properties.
TANGERINE(Citrus reticulata)contains esters and aldehydes that are sedating and calming, combating anxiety and nervousness. It is high in limonene which prevents DNA damage.
LEMON(Citrus lemon)has an extremely cleansing smell. This oil helps purify and uplift.
MANDARIN(Citrus reticulata)has sedative and slightly hypnotic properties, mandarin combats insomnia, stress & irritability. It is high in limonene which prevents DNA damage. Has anticoagulant properties.
GRAPEFRUIT(Citrus paradisi) decongesting and fat-dissolving. It is high in linenene which prevents DNA damage. Has anticoagulant properties. This aroma can be very calming and bring a sense of wholeness.
SPEARMINT(Mentha spicata) oil helps support the respiratory, glandular, and nervous systems. With its hormone-like activity, it helps open and release emotional blocks and bring about a feeling of balance. It is antispasmodic, anti-infectious, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory. It has also been used to increase metabolism to burn fat.
APPLICATIONS:
Dilute 1 part Essential Oil to 1 part vegetable oil.
A favorite for diffusing or directly inhale, or add 2-4 drops to bath water. Apply 1 to 2 drops on edge of ears, wrists, neck, temples,or foot VitaFlex points. Dilute 1:15 with vegetable oil for a full-body massage. Put 2 drops on a wet cloth and put in clothes dryer. Put 4-8 drops on cotton ball and locate on vents. Can also be ingested.
Possible sun/skin sensitivity.
*Taken from Essential Oils Desk Reference, Fourth Edition. Copyright Sept. 2007. Essential Science Publishing.

Valor

tikva51 — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:16:57 +0000

Valor balances the energies that are used to give confidence, and self esteem. It help align the spine & correct misalignment.
ABOUT THE INGREDIENTS:
ROSEWOOD(Aniba rosaeodor) is anti-infectious, antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antispasmodic. It is very grounding and strengthening.
BLUE TANSY(Tanacetum annuum) helps cleanse the liver and lymphatic system helping one to overcome anger and negative emotions promoting a feeling of self-control.
FRANKINCENSE(Boswellia carteri) is considered a holy anointing oil in the Middle East and has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. Stimulates the limbic part of the brain, elevating the mind and helping to overcome stress and despair. It is used in European medicine to combat depression.
SPRUCE(Picea mariana) opens and releases emotional blocks, fostering a sense of balance and grounding. Traditionally, it was believed to posses the frequency of prosperity.
CARRIER OIL: SWEET ALMOND(Prunus dulcis)
APPLICATION: Diffuse,directly inhale, or add 2-4 drops to bath water. Apply 4-6 drops to wrists, chest, and base of neck, bottom of feet, or along spine in raindrop technique. When using a series of oils, apply Valor first and wait 5 to 10 min. before applying other oils. Dilute 1:15 with vegetable oil for body massage. (Taken from Essential Oils Desk Reference 4th Edition, Copyright 2007, Essential Science Publishing).

Valor

tikva51 — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 01:11:40 +0000

For generations, my family has had problems with sleeping at night. My Mom & Grandma only sleep/slept 4-5 hours a night. I used to have problems going to sleep, taking as long as a half an hour to an hour to go to sleep. Then, I would wake up around 2 am and not be able to go back to sleep for as long as an hour and a half later. I found that reading a chapter or two of my Bible & praying for a good nights sleep would help to a certain degree, but not always. I used to put Lavender E.O. on the bottom of my feet, under the 3re toe, on the back of my neck & on my forehead. I don’t know if I grew accustomed to it or what, but it started not working as well. Then, a friend of mine & fellow Young Living/Essential Oil user suggested Valor Essential Oil Blend. It works wonders. I’m asleep, I think, within 15-30 min. & don’t wake up during the middle of the night. I was, also, having problems with very strange dreams. No longer. I sleep soundly for at least 6 hours every night.
The ingredients in Valor are:
Rosewood, Blue Tansy, Frankincense, Spruce & the Carrier Oil: Sweet Almond.
If you have any questions about any of these oils, please feel free to contact me.

Diffusing Essential Oils

tikva51 — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:11:21 +0000

Diffused oils alter the structure of molecules that create odors, rather than just masking them. They also increase oxygen availability, produce negative ions, and release natural ozone. Many essential oils are extremely effective for eliminating and destroying airborne germs and bacteria.
A cold-air diffuser is designed to atomize a micro fine mist of essential oils into the air, where they can remain suspended for several hours. Different from aroma lamps or candles, a diffuser disperses essential oils without heating or burning, which can make the oil therapeutically less beneficial and even create toxic compounds. Burned oils can become carcinogenic.
Cold air diffusing some oils may:
1) Reduce bacteria, fungus, mold & unpleasant odors.
2) Relax the body, relieve tension, & clear the mind.
3) Help with weight management.
4) Improve concentration, alertness, & mental clarity.
5) Stimulate neurotransmitters.
6) Stimulate secretion of endorphins.
7) Stimulate growth hormone production and receptivity.
Improve the secretion of IgA antibodies that fight candida.
9) Improve digestion.
10) Improve hormonal balance.
11) Relieve headaches.
Start by diffusing the oils 15-30 min. a day. As you become accustomed to the oils & recognize their effects, you may increase the diffusing time to 1-2 hours a day.
Place the diffuser in a high place in the room, so that the oil mist falls & thereby cleans the air as it is falling.
You may use a timer to have better control of how long the diffuser is running. For some respiratory conditions, diffusing the oils the entire night is recommended.
Do not use more than one blend at a time in a diffuser because it will alter the smell & the therapeutic benefit. However, a single oil may be added to a blend.
Always wash the diffuser when changing blends.
If you don’t have a diffuser, add several drops of essential oil to a spray bottle, add 1 cup of purified water & shake. You can use this mist in your car, home, or office.
OTHER WAYS TO DIFFUSE OILS:
1) Add essential oils to cedar chips or make your own potpourri.
2) Put scented cedar chips in closets or drawers.
3) Place any conifer-type essential oil onto each log in a fireplace & as they burn it will produce an evergreen smell. There is no therapeutic benefit to using the essential oils this way, however.
4) Put essential oils on cotton balls and place in car or home air vents.
5) Place a bowl of water with a few drops of essential oil on a wood stove.
6) Dampen a cloth, apply essential oils to it, and place it near the intake duct of your heating & cooling system.
Eucalyptus globulus, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass,
Orange, & Tea Tree essential oils along with Purification and Thieves blends are excellent for destroying and eliminations airborne germs & bacteria.
HUMIDIFIER AND VAPORIZER:
You may put certain oils in humidifiers or vaporizers. Excellent choices are Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus radiata, Melaleuca alternifolia, and Frankincense.
NOTE: Make sure to test the vaporizer or humidifier first, as some oils may damage the plastic parts of this equipment.

All information was taken from the Essential Oil Desk Reference, fourth edition. Compiled by ESSENTIAL SCIENCE PUBLISHING.

Frankincense

tikva51 — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:46:55 +0000

This info. is from Young Living’s website:

Discover Frankincense Essential Oil
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September is dedicated to reintroducing yourself to Young Living frankincense essential oil—the oil for promoting healthy skin and increased spirituality.

Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) essential oil is used to support skin health. Its earthy, balsamic scent has calming properties that can increase spirituality and inner strength. Useful for visualizing, improving one’s spiritual connection, and centering, it has comforting properties that may help focus the mind and overcome stress and despair.

Frankincense is considered the holy anointing oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. More recently, it has been used in European and American hospitals.

The purity and potency of Young Living frankincense essential oil is all about the sourcing. Last year, Young Living Founder Gary Young explored the Middle East and Africa in search of the best frankincense available. On this journey, Gary and his team visited Young Living frankincense supplier’s harvesting and distillation operations and were able to verify, through observation and testing, that Young Living’s frankincense is one of the best true frankincense oils in existence.
How To Use Frankincense Essential Oil

Apply 1–2 drops to your face and neck daily to help repair sun damage, renew healthy-looking skin, and to minimize oil production and breakouts.
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Drop on to minor cuts, scrapes, and bruises to reduce redness and discomfort.
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Massage several drops on your temples or back of your neck for stress relief.
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Diffuse to enrich prayer and meditation.
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Inhale or diffuse to deepen breathing and induce calmness.

Pure, Potent Frankincense
When you want the benefits of pure, potent frankincense, reach for Young Living frankincense essential oil—the only frankincense that meets Young Living Therapeutic Grade™ (YLTG) standards.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

Raindrop Technique

tikva51 — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:27:12 +0000

I received this from one of my friends & business associates:

Just a note to let you all know that I have been trying a mini Rain Drop therapy on my German Shepherd. I use about 10 drops valor and frankincense every other night and she is doing much better. I drop the oils all along the spine and rub them in, she is especially fond of the lavender. I also use the animal scents on her hips and she is getting the relief of the hip pain that she was experiencing.
Essential oils are the answer to pharma, the oils work in the body within in 7 minutes and are much cheaper and they do not need to be used for the rest of your life. Usually in about 2 weeks is the usage. Always check with a certified aromatherapist or someone who is trained in using the oils for a long period of time. However, using essential oils will benefit you above and beyond what medicine will do.
Have a great and blessed day.
Mary

Israeli company sends gas reserves into the deep

tikva51 — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:11:14 +0000

Israeli company sends gas reserves into the deep

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This sounds like a really good idea. We need to support Israeli Technology.

H.R. 45 – Summary: Blair Holt’s Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2009 (GovTrack.us)

tikva51 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:27:32 +0000

H.R. 45 – Summary: Blair Holt’s Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2009 (GovTrack.us)

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Animal Scents Ointment

tikva51 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 02:08:17 +0000

One of my dogs had a spot on his back that he was frequently licking. I started putting Young Living’s Animal Scents Ointment on it twice a day. He doesn’t lick anymore & the sore that was on there is healed up. This took about a week.
Ingredients:Mink oil, Lecithin, Beeswax, Lanolin, Sesamum Indicum(Sesame) Seed Oil, Aniba Rosaedora*(Rosewood) Wood Oil, Triticum Vulgare(Wheat) Germ Oil, Cymbopogon Martini*(Palmarosa) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens*(Geranium) Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin*(Patchouli) Oil, Abies Balsamea*(Idaho Balsam Fir) Oil, Commiphora Myrrha*(Myrrh) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa(Carrot) Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia*(Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, and Rosa Rubginosa*(Rose Hip) Seed Oil.
*100% pure therapeutic-grade essential oil.

Essential Oil Information

tikva51 — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 03:06:47 +0000

Hi~
This is my attempt at a newsletter.

Geranium:
I`ve been putting Geranium Essential Oil on just in front of my earlobes and all the way up the back of my ears for approx. 6 months, now. I can hear a lot better, especially some tones. I highly recommend this product for those of you who want to hear better.

NingXia Red:
Before I started drinking NingXia Red, I was supposed to wear bifocal glasses. I`ve been drinking NingXia Red 1-2 oz. consistently for almost two years. About 6 months ago, I noticed that I can read better don`t have to wear my glasses as much.

Aroma Life:
I started using Aroma Life on the small blue veins in my legs a little over three weeks ago. This morning, I was looking at them and they seem less pronounced. I chose Aroma Life, because one of the ingredients in this Essential Oil blend is Helichrysum.

YL Manna Apple-Cinnamon Bars:
When I start to feel tired, like in the middle of the afternoon, I`ll eat one of these tasty bars and have energy clear into the mid evening!

Morning Start Bath & Shower Gel:
I started using Morning Start just to try it. But, now it’s my favorite. It tingles when it’s on my skin & invigorates it. No need to use lotion too.

If these product recommendations spark your interest, you can check out my website:
www.youngliving.org/michelleruggles

Disclaimer: This information is for your better understanding of natural products and natural health. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or prescribe. The decision to use, or not to use, any of this information is the sole responsibility of the reader. Essential oils are not intended to replace your physicians diagnosis or experience. They are simply an alternative, and in some instances, a preventative.