RC blend~Respiratory~

This powerful blend of essential oils is extremely effective against colds, respiratory congestion, allergies, sore throat & bronchitis. 
This is a blend of; Eucalyptus, Myrtle, Pine, Marjoram, Lavender, Cypress, Tsuga and peppermint!
Diffuse this blend in a diffuser or cool mist humidifier for colds, congestion and allergies. 
Dilute this blend with a carrier oil and massage into chest & back to relieve cold symptoms. Can massage a little around sinuses for congestion.
Massage the blend diluted in a carrier oil to the feet for speedy delivery to all cells in the body. 

Raven, RC, Wintergreen & Thieves blend are fantastic used to boost immune system and help cold & allergy symptoms. 
(Taken from Reference Guide For Essential Oils)

Essential oil blend: Believe

This is a blend that I have personally been using and I love. Through some personal stress, I have had moments where I needed that extra boost to believe that everything will turn out good. 
This blend is a combination of, Balsam Fir, Rosewood & Frankincense. It is grounding and empowering! It helps to promote a positive attitude and brings the emotions into balance. Brings a sense of peace and stimulates the mind while bringing relaxation to the body. 
It can be used topically to help overworked and tired joints and muscles. With it's mentally stimulating qualities plus the calming and grounding ability, this a great essential oil blend to diffuse to promote a sense of calmness and belief as well to help release unlimited potential within. 
(Information from The Reference Guide For Essential Oils)

Clove Essential Oil

Clove. Many people have memories of their mother or grandmother using clove to help a toothache. Clove essential oil numbs the gums and 1 drop can be applied to the gums surrounding the infected tooth or for mouth sores. 1 drop of Clove can also be used to help with warts. Historically cloves were used for skin infections and more commonly; toothaches. 
Clove removes the desire to smoke. 1 drop on the tongue with your finger can help with the desire to smoke. 
1 drop on insect bites and stings to take itch and sting out.
Along with other properties, clove is anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, a strong antiseptic, disinfectant and an immune stimulant! It is also one essential oil in the Young Living Thieves blend. 
Clove is not an expensive oil, a great one to have have in every first aid kit!!

Peppermint Essential Oil

Everyone is familiar with the taste and scent of peppermint, from toothpaste and mouthwash to tea and gum and all sorts of other products that have peppermint to add freshness. I think freshness would be the first thing that comes to mind when we think of peppermint. 
What I first ever used peppermint essential oil for and still regularly use it for now is; HEADACHES!! 1 drop of peppermint to each temple, the brain stem & or the crown of the head is great for headaches! Peppermint is also a superior oil choice for digestive issues, motion sickness, nausea, heartburn & indigestion. Peppermint tea is a wonderful choice after a meal. Peppermint can be diluted (1~2 drops in 1/2 tsp~1 tsp of V6 oil or pure virgin olive oil or other suitable carrier oil)and massaged on he tummy to ease nausea and for all digestive upset as well as taken internally. Have a stuffy nose? Try 1 drop on the palm of the hand, rub hands together and cup hands around nose & mouth, inhale deeply 3 times to clear congestion. Dilute peppermint oil and massage onto bottoms of feet and spine area to help reduce fever. 
Of course peppermint is one of the oils in my general purpose house cleaner recipe; 1 cup vinegar, 1 cup filtered water, 4 drops peppermint, 4 drops lemon!
These are only a few suggestions to try with peppermint essential oil. Inhaling the oil alone is a pleasantly stimulating treat!

Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon. Well there has been much talk about the wonderful antiseptic & antioxidant properties of lemon. Everyone loves the clean fresh scent of lemons!

Lemon essential oil is cold pressed from the lemon rind. (requires 3000 lemons to produce a kilo of oil!! ~from The Essential Oil Desk Reference)
Lemon has the ability to act as a cleanser and natural solvent making it superior for naturally cleaning and disinfecting the home. It works great, just 1 drop to remove gum, crayon, glue and adhesive.
Some other great ways to use lemon essential oil are; 1 drop in a glass of tap water to purify, 1 drop rub between hands as a hand sanitizer, 1 drop in a bowl of water, soak your dishcloth overnight to clean and freshen, can be used on canker sores, cold sores & common colds, great in a diffuser to increase alertness and decrease mistakes~ making a great choice to diffuse in schools & offices!
These are just a few of the ways you can use lemon essential oil. Keeping a small bottle in your pocket or purse will allow you to use it when needed. As with the other citrus oils, avoid direct exposure to skin for 12 hours after use on body. 
I make my own general purpose house cleaner: 1 cup filtered water. 1 cup white vinegar, 4 drops lemon, 4 drops peppermint. Works great on countertops, bathrooms and even mirrors!!

Blog Introduction

Welcome to my blog, where I will post information on how you can incorporate therapeutic essential oils into your life!
My favorite Essential oils are Young Living. They have the highest quality therapeutic grade essential oils that I have ever used. 
I will highlight essential oils and give some ideas for their use. I also offer workshops to teach people the basics on how to start using them in your family's life so you can have more natural choices to take care of your physical & emotional health and the health of your home environment. 
Its time to take your health into your own hands! because "when you don't feel good, nothing else matters."
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