Back to school


Fall is here and so is the school year. Kids are going back to school and we need to be prepared especially in this time. We are worried about how they will connect with teachers, other students, will they keep the proper distance, is the mask mandatory? So many questions. 
Personally, I want to give my children the best products to keep them safe and healthy. 

Here are some of them:
 
Thieves Hand Purifier is enhancing with natural peppermint oil to cleanse and purify hands. It’s a powerful germ-fighting solution that’s gentle enough for the whole family Kills common germs and bacteria while keeping hands soft and sweetly-scented. Plus, it’s a product recognized by health Canada as a natural health product.

Thieves essential oil, is a powerful combination of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils for an aromatic blend that fills any space with a rich, spicy aroma.  Thieves is one of Young Living’s most popular products and approves by Health Canada as a natural health product. 
How to use it:
Drop a drop of Thieves before going out in the morning and one drop before going to bed to help strengthen your immune system. Cold season is coming and if you have a cold or cough, apply on the chest together with a carrier oil. Be careful, it’s spice. In the diffuser works well with clove, orange, lemongrass, tea tree, purification and lemon essential oils.

These days we need to wear a mask even in some stores. It’s mandatory. 
You can create your own spray to clean and have a pleasant aroma while wear the mask. If you have some empty bottles of oils, never throw them away. Take the lid off, place them in a big jar with water. Leave them there for a period of time and use that water as a spray for the room and why not, for your mask. Or, simply choose an oil you like and create your spray. Mix a bit of salt with water and your favorite essential oils. And spray the bottle before you use it.
 

Recipes for school
Here are some recipes to help your child focus and make the transition from a relaxing vacation smoothly, and prepare them for a successful school year. 

Morning Blend: Lavender+ peppermint

Study blend: Vetiver +Cedarwood
 
Dinner time:Thieves+ Frankincense
 
Bed time: Peace and calming, cedarwood, lavender.
 
Sesqueterpenes is a natural compound found in some essential oils. Can increase levels of oxygen to the brain up to 20 %. Such an increase of oxygen in brain may lead to a heightened level of activity in the hypothalamus and limbic systems of the brain which can have positive effects on not only emotions but on learning attitude and much more.
In studies performed at Vienna and Berlin Universities, researchers discovered that sesquiterpenes, a natural compound found in essential oils of Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Sandalwood and Frankincense, can increase levels of oxygen in the brain up to 20 percent (Nasel, 1992). Such an increase in brain oxygen may lead to a heightened level of activity in the hypothalamus and limbic systems of the brain, which can have positive effects on not only emotions but on learning, attitude, and much more!
These oils may support healthy immune function, hormone balance and energy levels!
 

Stay safe, be healthy

Neli
 
 

Lemon

Lemon Essential Oil


Lemon essential oil is part of the citrus essential oils family, which is very aromatic and uplifting. Besides lemon, the most common citrus essential oils are orange, lime, lemongrass, grapefruit, bergamot and neroli essential oil. 

 

Lemon essential oil is absorbed into the liver easier than lemon juice, making it a very good detox for your body, and many more. 

Lemon essential oil comes from the cold pressing of lemon peels and not from the fruit. It is pH neutral as it does not contain citric acid (that means it does not damage your teeth like lemon juice).  It takes 3,000 lemon rings to produce 1 kg of lemon essential oil. Lemon essential oil is one of the most widely used tropical fruits in the world being very well known for it’s high concentration of vitamin C. It contains d-limonene (not found in lemon juice), a chemical compound that appears to be a powerful cancer fighting antioxidant. It is an excellent anti-bacterial, de-greasing, deodorizing, and disinfecting household cleaner. Lemon oil not only increases our mood and concentration, but also helps with fever, asthma, skin problems, hair conditions, and stomach problems, just to name a few. 

 

Benefits of lemon essential oil are: 

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  • Improved digestion
  • Cough relief
  • Calm stomach and nausea 
  • Promotes weight loss
  • Good for skin
  • Decrease cholesterol in blood vessels
  • Acne
  • Gallstone, kidney stone
  • Respiratory issues
  • Uplifting, energizing, 
  • Boosts immune system

 

How to use lemon essential oil:

  • 5-7 drops of lemon oil in a bottle with distilled water and use in the bathroom or any other room as an air freshener.
  • 1-2 drops to remove oil, grease spots, even sap (I used in the woods. I went camping and it made wonders). 
  • Start your day with a glass of water and 1-2 drops of lemon. You can add honey to suit your taste. 
  • Put a drop on a wart each day until disappears (you can use for any other hard skin, like calluses and bunions).
  • Diffuse lemon essential oil in your home for mental clarity.
  • 2 drops on a cotton ball and apply on pimples, acne and other skin problems. 
  • After using public bathroom, rub a drop of oil into your hands.
  • Mixing with peppermint and eucalyptus is very good as an ant and insect repellent.
  • Diffuse a few drops to reduce mold, fungus, unpleasant odors in the air.
  • Add 15-20 drops to a gallon of natural carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains, brighten carpet and leave a fresh smell in the room.
  • Add lemon essential oil to baking soda and water and use it as a natural cleaning scrub in your home. 
  • Use in detox bath combined with other essential oils, in a cup of Epsom salt. 
  • Add a drop to your toothpaste once a week to kill bacteria and germs in your mouth.
  • Add a drop behind your ear to ease feelings of anxiety.
  • Add a drop on the line of the sinuses and you will experience immediate relief.
  • Mix baking soda, honey, and lemon oil to fight acne.

 

Blends

Citrus fresh: is an energizing blend that brings a sense of calm, creativity, and feelings of joy. It helps with weight loss, insomnia, and is a very good air purifier and perfume scent.

Gentle baby: calms & relaxes babies, help babies with diaper rash and skin conditions, reduces stress during pregnancy, reduces stretch marks, removes wrinkles, and helps with skin regeneration.

Raven: good for soothing chest and throat, flu, pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, asthma, and viral infections.

Shutran: boosts men’s feeling of masculinity and confidence. It also helps with anxiety, prostate health, endocrine support, hair loss, and insomnia.  It is perfect to use as a cologne that appeals to both men and women.

 

 Be healthy, Be well


Neli

lemon is used in aromatherapy

 


RC



RC, 


Its a combination of three types of Eucalyptus, Cypress, Marjoram, Lavender, Myrtle, Peppermint and Spruce, perfect to comfort you when applied to the chest and throat to relieve colds and coughs.

Usage suggestions

- apply two drops to a warm wet towel to use as a hot compress or massage into chest and throat 2-3 times daily.

- add RC to a bowl of hot, steaming water. Than place a towel over the head and inhale the steam fro the bowl.

- Rub RC on feet or chest before exercise.

Diffuse RC at bedtime for a comforting aroma.

Add to a carrier oil to create a spa like soothing atmosphere with massage.


 

Be healthy, Be well

Neli
 


Lavender



Lavender Essential Oil
 
Did you know lavender is referred to in the Bible as “spikenard”?  The Egyptians used it in mummification and as a perfume. The Romans used it for cooking, bathing, and freshening the air.
Lots of people believe that lavender originated from France, but actually, lavender originates from Mediterranean, Middle East and India and its history goes back some 2500 years. It is well known that Lavender comes from France, because of a French scientist who was first to discover lavender’s healing properties for skin when he burned his arm in an explosion in his laboratory. 
Lavender is one of the most useful oils in the world. Its properties are very known, especially for calming nerves, having a good night sleep and to freshen aromas in perfumes, soaps, fresheners and beauty products. 
Lavender oil is extracted from the flowers of the plant, primarily through steam distillation.  
Medicinal properties: antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic, vasodilating, anti-inflammatory, combats excess sebum on skin.
Ways to use lavender                                                                                  
- migraines and headache: one drop in your hands and inhale. 
- decongestant
- effective on dry or irritating skin
-helps reduce acne: apply directly on skin or with a carrier oil.
-eczema: I mixed 1 spoon of coconut oil with 4 drops of lavender and I applied on my son’s hands. The next morning all his eczema was gone.  
-provides pain relief
-strengthens immune system: inhale or diffuse
-add 2 drops in your mascara for healthy lashes
- help reduce allergies 
- diffuse, inhale, or rub at the bottom of your feet for a good night sleep
-relaxes muscles and releases tension
- for a sunburn, mix with coconut oil and apply on skin: reduce pain, redness and irritation. 
-put 2-3 drops in your hands and on the pillow to help you sleep
- diffuse when have feelings of anxiety
- very good for cuts and burns
-calms nerves – put a drop in the palm of your hand and inhale. For a better effect you can add a drop of frankincense too.
- lavender mixed with frankincense and Melrose essential oil make a good moisturiser for the skin: use 5 drops each in a carrier oil (coconut, jojoba or at your desire). 
-make bath salts: in a small jar add 4-5 drops of lavender essential oil and mix it. Add a spoon to your bath.
- makeup removal: mix one drop of lavender with coconut oil and apply around the eyes. Take a cotton ball and remove the makeup. 
-lavender with orange make a great hand sanitizer. Mix 30 ml aloe vera gel with 15 drops of lavender and 5 drops of orange in a 30 ml. bottle. 
- deodorant: rub 2-4 drops of lavender oil under armpit area.
- insect bites: put a drop on a bee sting or insect bite to stop itching.
- add to your laundry 
 




Blends
Aroma Siez: promotes relaxation
Dragon time: blend of calming and smoothing essential oils, especially for women’s emotion during special times and needs. 
Gentle Baby: a calming blend for mothers and children.
M-Grain: calming blend especially when applied on the neck and shoulders
RC: comforts cough when applied to the chest and throat.
Other products you can find lavender in are: Brain Power, Estro, Lavender lip balm, Lavender mint daily shampoo and conditioner, Motivation, Orange Blossom Facial, and many more. 
 

Be healthy, be well
Neli

Wellness with the power of supplements


I'll bet that you take at least one vitamin powder, pill or capsule every day. 
Most health conscious people do.
Did you know that essential oils can enhance other nutritional supplements and  make them more effective?
Supplements can be a life changer. Young Living is the first company that put essential oils in their supplements. Why? Because they are a excellent nutritional supplement on their own, containing nutrients that absorb faster and also have powerful micro-inflammatory fighting properties.  
If you go and grab a supplement from the shelf, it may say natural on the label. But we know that "natural" is legally meaningless in describing the quality. 
Young Living is the pioneer in combining essential oils with nutritional supplements to increase absorption, effectiveness and antioxidant power. These supplements provide a whole array of multivitamins, meals replacement, all infused with essential oils to add an extra benefit to our bodies and to taste great. 

I am a strong believer that education is empowerment. If we don't know, we wont use it right? Come and learn about supplements, what they can do for you and your health, and listen to some people who will share their experiences, stories and testimonials with us. 

 
Be healthy, Be well


Neli



 
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