Peppermint (mentha piperita) is steam distilled from the leaves. One drop of peppermint essential oil is equivalent to drinking about 28 cups of peppermint tea! Peppermint is a versatile oil one of the best oils to start with if you are new to using essential oils. Primary benefits: Supports digestion, researched for it’s cooling and […]
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Cypress,Blue
Blue Cypress ( Callitris intratratropica) is steam distilled from the leaves and wood of the Cupressaceae tree. Cypress has been researched for it’s anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties. Cypress supports healthy circulation and makes a nice massage oil for the legs to alleviate edema and swelling in the feet. Mix a drop or two of Cypress […]
Copaiba
Copaiba (copaifera reticulata/langsdorfii)is also known as Copal and is the only oil tapped directly from a tree. It is harvested from trees in Brazil. Only the Brazilian copaiba has a GRAS (generally regarded as safe) distinction in the United States. It is the only copal distilled from the tree, other species may be distilled from […]
Managing Headaches With Essential Oils
Headaches can be caused by a number of things including hormone imbalances, blood sugar imbalances, stress, spinal irregularities and inflammation. They can also be indication of a serious disease, see a doctor if you have recurring headaches. This information has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended as a substitute for medical […]
Garlic Chicken
Traditional meat marinades from the store are filled with artificial flavors and even colorings. Meat marinades and flavorings are so simple. We train our tastebuds to like flavors we are exposed to. When you mix up your own marinade, you can use the freshest ingredients that your senses will appreciate! This is my favorite chicken […]
Sea Salt for Natural home and body care
We have become a sugar-free, fat-free and salt-free country. But did you know that the production and consumption of Monosodium Glutamate continues to go up every year in the United States? Also known as MSG, this manufactured sodium is found in more foods than ever including chips, soups, salad dressings (almost every kind of ranch […]
Natural Deodorant
There are several ways our bodies were designed to eliminate toxins – one is breathing which we all do. But do you do it enough? Anytime you hold your breath you are holding on to toxins – so breathe freely and get rid of those toxins. Our bodies also eliminate toxins when we use the […]
Budgeting For Essential Oils
Therapeutic grade essential oils offer a great value for your money. You are getting an excellent product that is concentrated and only requires a drop or two at a time. When compared dose for dose to over the counter drugs with many side effects, essential oils are very economical and support a healthy lifestyle. At […]
Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense is the oldest recorded essential oil, dating back to ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics listing 877 prescriptions and recipes for Frankincense alone. There are many species of Frankincense, my favorite comes from the species Boswelia Carterii. Boswelia Sacra species is another therapeutic species. They are both steam distilled from the resin of the Boswelia tree. Frankincense […]
What are therapeutic grade essential oils?
Essential oils in the United States have little regulation and do not differentiate perfume grade oils from therapeutic grade essential oils, however, Europe does. Look for a company that tests their oils for purity and has them labeled as a dietary supplement. Essential oils that are AFNOR and ISO standardized as well as certified organic […]