Monday, June 27, 2016

Lavender Lemonade with Bee Free Honee :)



Enjoy a refreshing twist on a classic beverage. This lemonade recipe includes Bee Free Honee and Lavender Vitality™ essential oil for an added touch of sophistication and depth.
Sophisticated, yes. Complicated, no. With just five simple ingredients, this is a warm-weather treat you can whip up in minutes. So throw on a sun hat, grab your favorite book, and find a sunny spot. This Lavender Lemonade is the perfect summer companion. 



Honey-Lavender Lemonade Recipe

What You Need:

What You Do:
  1. Combine lemon juice, lime juice, Honee, and Lavender Vitality in a large glass pitcher
  2. Add water to taste
  3. Stir until well mixed
  4. Garnish with sprigs of lavender

Yield: About 10 cups





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Thursday, June 9, 2016

How Much Do You Know About Spreading Germs?





Germs!



How much do you know about spreading germs? Take this short quiz to find out, then check your answers to see how well you scored! While you're checking your answers, you can also learn more about natural, non-toxic germ remedies!



1. What's the germiest thing in your house?

~ Toilet Seat
~ Kitchen Sponge
~ Dog Bowl


2. The only way to catch a cold is from germs that float in the air.

~ True
~ False


3. How fast do germs travel when you sneeze?

~ 10 mph
~ 50 mph
~ 100 mph


4. Your cell phone has more germs than a toilet seat.

~ True
~ False


5. When you kiss your sweetheart, how many germs do you spread?

~ 8 million
~ 80 million
~ 800 million


6. Your pet turtle could make you sick.

~ True
~ False


7. Chlorine keeps pools germ-free.

~ True 
~ False


8. Don't have a tissue? The best place to cough or sneeze is your:

~ Hand
~ Wrist 
~ Elbow


9. Germs are alive.

~ True
~ False


10. It's okay to eat food that falls on the floor.

~ True
~ False


11. Deep clean your kitchen sink at least once a week.

~ True
~ False


12. Antibacterial soap is the best weapon against germs.

~ True
~ False


13. How long does it take to wash your hands right?

~ 10 seconds
~ 20 seconds
~ 30 seconds



Well . . . . how do you think you did? You can check your answers below. 

In the meantime, did you know that Young Living Essential Oils are great for providing all the support you need for keeping you and your family germ-free?! Whether diffusing, applying topically, or taking internally, Young Living Essential Oils can help you strengthen your physical wellness, improve your emotional balance, and fill your home with safe, purifying products.


Please contact me with any questions, or if you need further guidance. I'm here to help!





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Answer Key:


1. Wiping down counters and washing dishes is supposed to get things clean, right? That's true as long as you don't let that rag or sponge get too nasty. You'll end up spreading more ick that way.

Sponges pick up bacteria if they're not cleaned right. Zap a wet one in the microwave for 2 minutes every day and replace it every 2 weeks. Better yet, use cloths, towels, and rags that you can toss in the washer or clean with Thieves Household Cleaner.


2. When somebody sneezes, that's just the start of the trouble. Besides the germs in the air, you can also get sick if you put your hand on something the germs land on, like a doorknob or elevator button, and then touch your eyes, nose or mouth. Thieves Spray is great for carrying with you!


3. If you went that fast in your car you'd get a ticket! Since sneezing is legal, your best defense against flying germs is to stay at least 6 feet away from someone who's sick. You'll lower your chances of picking up their bugs.


4. Surprise! That thing you carry around and hold up to your mouth all day has 10 times more bacteria than most toilet seats. The reason? You don't clean your phone like you clean a bathroom.

Don't worry about it too much. Those are your germs on the phone, so you won't get sick as long as you don't share it.


5. It takes just 10 seconds of locking lips to trade them with your partner. But that doesn't mean you'll get sick. If you pucker up with someone several times a day, you'll end up sharing similar germs.  #Thieves Mouthwash


6. A turtle, frog, snake, or iguana can carry salmonella, a germ that makes you sick to the stomach.

If you have any of these, wash your hands after you touch it. It's best to choose another kind of pet if you have young children. Kids put their fingers in their mouths and are more likely to get sick.  #ThievesFoamingHandSoap


7. Most germs die in an hour if the chemicals in the pool are at the right levels. But some can live for days. And if you swallow even a little of that water you could get sick.

Do your part. Keep pee, poop, dirt, and sweat out of the water. Shower before you take a dip, and don't go in if you have diarrhea.


8. Your upper sleeve will also do if your elbow isn't covered. But the best way to keep germs to yourself is to put a tissue over your mouth and nose. Throw it in a waste basket and wash your hands well when you’re done. Not near a restroom to wash your hands? Carry some Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier with you!


9. They're itsy-bitsy ~ way too small to see ~ but these invaders are living things. They can get into plants, animals, and people, and some can make you sick.

There are four main kinds of germs: bacteria, viruses, fungi, and one-celled things call protozoa that love water.


10. As a kid, you may have followed the "5-second rule" that says you can pop food into your mouth if you pick it up right away. Turns out it's better not to.

Germs get on food as soon as it hits the floor. It's hard to know if they'll make you sick, but why take the chance? When in doubt, toss it out. Keep your floors clean and germ-free with Thieves Household Cleaner


11. There's a bunch of icky stuff there. Wash it once or twice a week with a cleaner that gets rid of germs. Be sure to get the sides and the bottom.

Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda along with a few drops of Thieves Essential Oil and Lemon Essential Oil in a quart of water. Toss it down your drain once a month to clean it and the garbage disposal. Don't forget the sink strainers. Pop them in the dishwasher every week.  


12. There's nothing to show the fancy stuff does a better job than plain old soap.

Choose Thieves Foaming Hand Soap over solid store brands. Germs can grow on a bar of soap.


13. A quick rinse won't cut it if you want to get rid of germs. Use warm water and Thieves Foaming Hand Soap and rub your hands together.

Need an easy way to remember how long to wash? Sing "Happy Birthday" twice and you're done.



Ten or more correct answers? Great job! When it comes to germ warfare, you're the winner!




Monday, May 23, 2016

Incense for Body, Mind & Spirit








Since 1977, Triloka is known for being the best smelling natural aromatherapy incense on the market! All Triloka incense is handmade in India by fair trade cottage industry partners. These unique formulas are made by the natural masala method. This age-old method combines sandalwood, herbs, gums, resins, woods and oils into a paste and is hand-rolled onto fine bamboo sticks and sun dried. Triloka incense is used for aromatherapy, spiritual enlightenment, purification, and meditation. 



Incense: An Introduction

Did you know? Perfume is from Latin, meaning "through smoke." Perfume and incense have a close relationship, as burning incense is the releasing of fragrance through smoke. However, incense is more than just a pleasant aroma. The basis of aromatherapy, burning incense provides a transformative experience that is both direct and immediate. Incense burning releases aromatic substances from plants and other natural derivatives into the air. As the smoke drifts, the relaxing and rejuvenating fragrance envelops the space and restores mind, body and spirit.


Incense: Sense of Smell

Did you know? The sense of smell is one of the oldest and first of the human senses. Incense affects one's overall wellbeing through scent. The aromatic smoke released by burning incense contains plant molecules,which trigger the olfactory system from the membrane at the base of the nose to the cerebrum inside the brain. Thus, burning incense stimulates the brain, impacting and influencing emotions, memory and mood.


Incense: The Heavenly Connection

Did you know? For thousands of years, incense has held a sacred purpose. It is believed that as its smoke rises, the incense carries prayers to heaven. Today, many religious faiths use incense during rituals of worship and meditation. Incense burning is a timeless way of supporting our inner development and of experiencing it consciously. It can help strengthen connections with natural forces, support inner growth and contribute to spiritual renewal.







Get your incense here:


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Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Essential Oils for Every Home . . . That's Our Mission!








Introduction to Essential Oils

Freshly cultivated and painstakingly distilled without the use of chemicals, the essential oils in the Young Living collection are life-enhancing gifts from the plant kingdom, revered for centuries for their restorative properties to the body, mind, and spirit. Pure essential oils now re-emerge as a key solution to the challenges facing modern lifestyles. 

Essential oils have also been used for thousands of years for natural healing and cosmetic purposes, as well as for their spiritually and emotionally uplifting properties. Young Living has always been at the forefront of bringing this ancient tradition to modern users, introducing millions to a total mind / body / spirit wellness they may never have dreamed possible. Primarily extracted through careful steam distillation but also through cold pressing, the purest essential oils are far more powerful than the botanicals from which they were extracted. Any time you hold a bottle of our powerful essential oils, you are holding nature's pure essence.


Complex & Unique

Synthetic compounds may be copies of the chemical formulas of compounds found in essential oils, but they are lacking the subtle energies contained in natural substances. Those who apply essential oils for healing soon learn that only pure, natural, complete, and unadulterated oils bring about healing, while synthetic oils, or oils adulterated by synthetic compounds, do not. 

For example, in the case of the oil of wintergreen, the natural oil is harmless, with many healing properties, while the synthetic version does not heal and is, in fact, toxic. Both smell and taste like wintergreen, but they are not the same therapeutically. Furthermore, research has shown that the homeopathic properties of a substance, though chemically identical, are not the same energetically for synthetic compounds as they are for natural ones.

Essential oils are not simple. They consist of hundreds of compounds, the numbers and formulas for which are not completely known even for one species of oil.


Wholesale Membership with Any Premium Starter Kit

Ensure you will always have the benefits of Young Living's 100% pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils on hand with our new Premium Starter Kit featuring Everyday Oils, as well as select oils from our Vitality Collection! These oils are a great way to get started and will help you provide ongoing support for your home and for the health of you and your family, including your pets. 

Of course, if you simply prefer to become a Retail Customer, that is perfectly alright!






Earn Extra Income

Young Living offers a wonderful way to earn extra income just for sharing YLEOs with your family, friends, co-workers . . . . anyone who wants to transition to natural healing remedies and replace the toxic products in their homes. 

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Saturday, May 7, 2016

Peanut Butter's Surprising Health Benefits

 




Plus, 4 easy ways to add it to your diet!


Spread the Good News ~ Peanut butter is not just for kids. Adults, too, can reap health benefits from adding it to their diet. Granted, it’s not exactly low in calories, but we’re only talking about a few tablespoonfuls in exchange for a pile of nutrients: protein, heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, fiber, bone-building magnesium, and potassium, a mineral important for blood pressure and heart function. For the healthiest choice, pick peanut butter without added sugar, salt or hydrogenated oil.


Control Your Cravings ~ Eating 3 tablespoons of peanut butter (or 1½ ounces of peanuts) at breakfast helped overweight women feel fuller and have fewer hunger cravings, a 2013 study published in the British Journal of Nutrition showed. Not only did the women report feeling satiated eight to 12 hours after breakfast, but the peanut butter helped keep their blood sugar levels steady in the afternoon.


Protect Your Heart ~ Numerous studies have shown that people who regularly include nuts or peanut butter in their diets are less likely to develop heart disease or type 2 diabetes compared to those who rarely eat nuts, says Walter Willett, professor of nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health. PB also is a good source of potassium ~ a mineral crucial to heart function.





Good for Your Glucose ~ Two ounces of nuts (or peanut butter) a day improved both glucose levels and blood fats in those with type 2 diabetes, researchers at the University of Toronto found. Aim for natural peanut butter, which has less sugar. Some PB spreads, including reduced-fat versions, have high amounts of added sugar.


Build Your Muscles ~ We lose muscle mass as we age, which is why older adults need to be sure they get enough muscle-building protein in their diets. In 2015, researchers found that those who ate the most plant protein ~ like that found in peanut butter and nuts ~ had the strongest thigh muscles, which are important for balance.


Help You Live Longer ~ Eating more peanuts or peanut butter ~ roughly 2 tablespoons of either daily ~ is linked with 20 percent fewer early deaths from all causes, according to a 2015 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine that looked at the diets of more than 200,000 people in the U.S. and China. Researchers think it may be because peanuts are rich in heart-healthy nutrients.


Here’s How to Add It to Your Diet

~ Swirl a couple of tablespoons of peanut butter into your morning oatmeal.
~ Make a peanut butter smoothie with PB, bananas, non-dairy plant milk or yogurt, a little Bee Free Honee and ice. Blend until smooth.
~ Pack a midmorning snack of apple slices and peanut butter.
~ Enjoy a slice of whole-grain bread (toasted if you like!) slathered with peanut butter.

Be sure your choice of peanut butter is a healthy one! Look for less than 3 grams of sugar per serving. In general, 2 tablespoons of peanut butter should contain about 200 calories, 15 grams of fat, 8 grams of carbohydrate (1 to 2 grams of sugar), and 7 grams of protein.



Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Get the Scoop on Adulterated Oils



The purity of essential oils is vital to not only their effectiveness but their safety as well. Essential oils are rich in molecules that help carry oxygen, nutrients, and other substances through the cell membranes. Combine essential oils with impure or toxic substances, and they will take those poisons right into every cell of your body.
Not only that but unsuspecting consumers may apply oils only to find that the supposedly pure essential oil irritates because it contains added chemicals and components that are irritating to the skin.
Instead of experiencing the benefits of wholesome essential oils from Young Living, consumers may instead be poisoning themselves unknowingly, or decide that essential oils don't work because they tried using inferior essential oils.

RED FLAGS THAT YOUR ESSENTIAL OILS MAY BE TAINTED


  • Bargain prices - $9.00 for 1/2 oz. of "pure, organic" lavender oil, $25.00 for "pure" frankincense.
  • Warning labels that say the product is "for external use only," "not for internal use," or recommend that you always dilute the essential oil before applying topically.
  • You get your essential oils at a health food store or a website that sells soap-making and candle-making supplies.
  • It's not from Young Living Essential Oils.

Safety Notice:  Never purchase essential oils from online websites like Amazon or Ebay ~ these oils could be adulterated and could be dangerous to your health!



WHY YOUNG LIVING


Please understand that many oil companies purchase their oils from 3rd party oil distilleries. These 3rd party distilleries focus on quantity over quality, which means the oils they produce are commonly distilled more than once or in ways to hurry the process ~ thereby depleting the oil's therapeutic value.
Oils from companies who purchase 3rd party distilled oils are therefore technically ‘pure’ and ‘organic’ but degraded through distilling short-cuts. A good example of this is using a tea bag multiple times to brew tea.
Young Living does not purchase their oils from 3rd party distilleries, and their Seed to Seal production ensures that their oils are authentic, therapeutic-grade and the purest oils you can find in the world. How pure? Many of their oils contain supplement labels on them. Young Living's quality standard is much more robust than simply being organic.
This is why thousands of people all over the world choose Young Living Essential Oils.

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Citrus Oils & Your Teeth ~ Are They Safe?!






With the ongoing debate about the effects of citrus oils on tooth enamel, we decided to find answers for ourselves! Led by Dr. Michael Buch, former section president of the American Association of Dental Research and Young Living Vice President of Research and Development and Product Management, along with his team, performed a laboratory analysis to determine if Young Living’s pure citrus essential oils affected tooth enamel similarly to citrus juices.



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Now that you’ve got the facts, which of our delicious citrus Vitality essential oils will you be adding to your next recipe?


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Monday, April 11, 2016

Ginger Pear Green Smoothie





What You Need:

• 2 cups almond milk (or other preferred plant milk)
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 ripe pear
• 1 drop Lemon essential oil
• 1 drop Ginger essential oil
• 1 drop Cardamom essential oil
• 2 tablespoons flax seed, optional


What You Do:

Combine and blend in blender until smooth! Serves 2.


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Saturday, April 2, 2016

Work Hard & Play Hard this Spring with April Rewards!






Whether you’re working on a tan or working with your kids on school projects during spring break, we’re bringing you sunny scents and other exclusive rewards to help you and your family greet the warming season! 

Check out this great lineup that can be yours for free with your qualifying order:


300 PV ~ Retail Value: $253.61

• Just for Kids Collection: Including 5-ml bottles of our popular
Owie™, TummyGize™, and GeneYus™ essential oil blends, this
April-exclusive collection is the perfect trio to have on hand when
spending time with your terrific tots!

• Digest & Cleanse: Encased in our precision delivery softgels
for optimal absorption and targeted relief, Digest & Cleanse™
is formulated with time-tested essential oils that work to help
support normal digestion.

• 15-ml Orange: Orange essential oil is cold-pressed from the fresh
fruit, which imparts a sweet, citrus aroma whenever used. Diffuse
Orange to enjoy its invigorating scent.

• 5-ml PanAway: Combining Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, and
Peppermint essential oils, PanAway is a cooling blend that’s great
to use in massage after a full day of activity.

• Bonus Essential Reward exclusive: 15-ml Stress Away: Stress
Away™ contains the unique combination of pure, therapeutic grade
Lime, Vanilla, Copaiba, and Lavender essential oils that
brings a relaxing, warm, tropical aroma into any environment. 


250 PV ~ Retail Value: $138.80

• Digest & Cleanse
• 15-ml Orange essential oil
• 5-ml PanAway
• Bonus Essential Reward exclusive:  15-ml Stress Away


190 PV ~ Retail Value: $99.66

• 15-ml Orange essential oil
• 5-ml PanAway
• Bonus Essential Reward exclusive:  15-ml Stress Away



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Monday, February 29, 2016

A Practical Approach to a Lifestyle of Wellness in 2016







As we get further into 2016, how are your resolutions holding up?! A lot of us make resolutions on New Year's Day in an effort to live better, however, as we get further into the new year, many of those resolutions tend to go by the wayside. If your resolutions include eating better, exercising, and adopting other healthy habits, here are a few tips to help in your quest for wellness:

1. Improve Your Intake
  • H2O! ~ Simply increasing your water intake will help detoxify your body and motivate you to be more conscientious of what else you’re ingesting. Try adding tasty essential oils to your water make it more interesting. Lemon, Lime, and Tangerine are all favorites, but don’t forget Grapefruit, Lavender, and Peppermint! In fact, try making your own Grapefruit-Mint Spritzer to enjoy a great blend of flavors that may make sweets and sugary drinks a little less appealing.
  • Super Snacks ~ Replace your favorite unhealthy treats with wholesome alternatives to help you stay on track. These Nuts About Wolfberries Energy Bars and Wolfberry Crisp Bars can be made ahead of time for a delicious and satisfying snack anytime you’re tempted.
  • Supplements ~ If NingXia Red® and Wellness Supplements aren’t already part of your daily regimen, try adding them in the coming year to add an infusion of nutrients and essential oils to your day.

2. Sneak In Some Exercise
  • Take the Scenic Route ~ We keep hearing it because it keeps working! Walk the long way to the bathroom, park further away in the parking lot, or take the “bumblebee” approach to your grocery list. A few more steps each day go a long way in the end.
  • Flex ~ In line at the store, on the couch watching TV, during your shower, or any other time you are otherwise sedentary, flex your abs for 10 seconds at a time and repeat at least 10 times to tone and strengthen your core.
  • Ditch Your Desk ~ Forget the phone or email and walk to your co-workers’ desks to talk, have walking meetings, pace while you are on the phone, stretch regularly at your desk, and take a short walk for your breaks. It’s easy to get your 30 minutes of exercise each day when you break it into 10-minute increments.

3. Review and Revise
  • Meditate ~ Take time each day for quiet reflection and meditation on your goals, as well as your peace of mind. Just a few minutes to nurture your soul each day will help give you a greater sense of purpose and well-being.
  • Track It ~  The simple act of observing something creates observable changes. So keep track of your food and water intake, your exercise, your meditation, and any other goals you have ~ you are bound to improve on them!
  • ALL Results Motivate Change ~ Even if the scale goes up or you miss your workout, recognizing mistakes and their consequences will help keep you motivated to improve. Likewise, your positive results will help you keep up the great work.




Small changes can make a big difference in physical, mental, and emotional health. What are some changes you have already made for a better you in 2016?


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