Swine flu and other first aid, every day issues

I have compiled lots of general info for prevention, and then given you some specific info that has been very succesful with those who have dealt with the swine flu. Also a great first aid write up that can be used on a daily basis.

Be On Guard—Swine Flu and other Infectious Risks

Unfortunately, germs and our exposure to them are a regular occurrence. As resistance and new strains continue to develop, we are at an increasing risk for serious infection.
I realize that there are many discussion threads regarding the potential dangers concerning the swine flu and other infectious health risks. There is much in the way of scientific medical research which demonstrates the efficacy of essential oils against a variety of pathogenic germs. Naturally occurring compound groups such as alcohols, phenols and aldehydes are often identified as being the most beneficial. I feel confident that it is a reasonable and responsible approach to use essential oils daily in a model of prevention and for resolution of symptoms in the cases of exposure.

In general, reducing our exposure and enhancing immune protection is our best defense. I suggest using dōTERRA essential oils in the following way:

1. Establish the daily routine of applying On Guard on the bottom of feet (for yourself as well as family members) both morning and night, which creates long-lasting and consistent protection.

2. Diffuse dōTERRA essential oils in your home routinely throughout the day. On Guard and your favorite citrus oil combined is a potent and uplifting aroma.

3. Drink plenty of water. Adding a few drops of your favorite citrus oil will enhance your body’s natural defenses.

4. Viruses and bacteria are found in staggering numbers on surfaces. Use essential oils to thoroughly clean and disinfect all surfaces you and your family come in contact with. A mixture of Wild Orange, On Guard, and Thyme is especially potent. Diluting the mixture with water in a small glass spray bottle can easily be used anywhere, anytime. Simply spray and wipe for germ-free surfaces on the go.

5. Wash and wipe your hands using essential oils. Adding essential oils to your favorite soap increases effectiveness.

6. Use essential oils in combination to enhance their germ fighting benefits. The essential oils of On Guard (dōTERRA’s natural defense blend), Oregano, and Thyme are a critical part of your family’s protection plan. At the onset of any infection this combination used internally by capsule ingestion or on the bottom of the feet can offer quick relief and elimination.

7. Maintain the basis of personal health through appropriate supplementation. Using dōTERRA Lifelong Wellness pack has immune sustaining benefits for your entire family. With an ORAC score of nearly 6000 per serving, every cell in your body is fortified.

Using CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade™ essential oils is a safe and consistent approach to safeguarding individual and family health.

Yours in Health,

Dr. David Hill

Chief Medical Officer Chairman Scientific Advisor Committee
doTerra essential oils.


This is a document that we put together for a preparedness class.

Possible Solutions to First Aid/Pandemic Problems

Abscess – Black Ointment (drawing salve), comfrey, Frankincense, Lavender, Myrrh, Rosemary

Aches – Calcium, Magnesium, minerals, mineral soak (see below),Tei Fu Massage Lotion or Oil, Aroma Touch, Deep Blue, Oregano - internally

Allergies – ALJ, Allergy Homeopathic, B5, Bee Pollen, HistaBlock, Vit. C, Lemon/Peppermint/Lavender

Antihistamine-type action – HistaBlock, Grapine w/Protectors, HP Grapine, Thai Go

Analgesic/pain relief – Capsicum, Triple Relief, Nature’s Phenyltol, APS II w/ White Willow Bark, Clove, Deep Blue, Oregano, Wintergreen

Anti-bacterial – Colostrum, Golden Seal, Golden Seal/Parthenium, Oregon Grape, probiotic, Silver Shield, Frankincense, Myrrh, Oregano

Anti-fungal – Black Walnut, Olive Leaf, Oregon Grape, Pau D’Arco, probiotic, Silver Shield, VS-C, Cassia, Cinnamon, Lemon, Melaleuca, Oregano or Marjoram

Anti-infectious – Myrrh, On Guard, Purify, Rosemary

Anti-parasitical – Black Walnut,Garlic, Clove

Anti-plague – Olive Leaf, Silver Shield, Frankincense, Myrrh, On Guard, Oregano, Thyme

Anti-viral – Echinacea, Elderberry, L-lysine, Olive Leaf, Viral Recovery, VS-C, Rosemary, Thyme

Arthritis pain (topical) – Everflex Cream , MSM Glucosamine Cream, Deep Blue, Wintergreen

Asthma – Lobelia, BreathEZ, Breathe, Eucalyptus

Bites/stings – Black Ointment (drawing salve), Lavender, Melaleuca, Peppermint (analgesic); Frankincense – blood cleanser

Bladder Infection – Colostrum, Cranberry Buchu, probiotics, Parthenium, Silver Shield; fungal/infectious oils

Bleeding – stop – Capsicum, Yarrow, Helichrysm, sugar

Broken bones/sprains – Bone/Skin Poultice, comfrey, Deep Blue, Helichrysm, Lemongrass, Marjoram/Oregano

Burns - Aloe Vera Gel, Healing AC Cream, Silver Shield or Silver Shield Gel, Lavender, Peppermint; minerals/soaks

Cavities – rebuild teeth enamel with Black Walnut, Melaleuca

Cold Sores/Fever Blisters – L-lysine, VS-C and anti-viral oils

Colic – Catnip & Fennel, Digestive Bitters, Stress J, Balance, Lavender, Serenity; diet, stress reduction, yeast?

Common cold – CC-A w/ Yerba Santa (liq or cap), see anti-viral & anti-infectious above – gives respiratory support

Constipation – Water!!, Catnip & Fennel, Magnesium, LBS II, LB Extract, Slippery Elm, DigestZen

Cough – Cough syrups, Lobelia, Mullein (dry cough), Breathe, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lemon, Peppermint

Cravings - Grapefruit

Cuts – flush first with Silver Shield then Capsicum/Cayenne Pepper, Helichrysm – either will seal up a wound – stitch-like; add Lavender to heal, Frankincense to cleanse blood and to prevent scarring; Golden Salve (like Neosporin), Black Ointment if need to pull infection

Decongest/expectorant – ALJ, Lymphatic Drainage, Combination CBG, Lemon, Grapefruit, Citrus Bliss, Peppermint

Dehydration – Colloidal Minerals, Recovery; recipe - 1qt. water, 1 level tsp. sea salt, 1 ½ T. agave with essential oils

Depression – 5 HTP, St. John’s Wort, Citrus Bliss, Elevation, or any citrus oil

Detox/Healing Crisis – Detoxification Homeopathic, Activated Charcoal, Hydrated Bentonite, Lemon; soaks

Diaper rash – Black Ointment, probiotic, Melaleuca; diet?/yeast?

Diarrhea – Slippery Elm, Marshmallow, carob – equal parts, put in oatmeal, applesauce, yogurt; probiotics – L. Acidophilus, Bifidophilus, Probiotic 11, PB Assist; Red Raspberry; carob, hydration remedies

Drowsiness – Cassia or Cinnamon, Peppermint

Ear infections – CBG Combination (internal/external), Silver Shield; on cotton – Tei Fu, AromaTouch, Basil, Eucalyptus

Ear candling

Fever – hydration, anti-infectious efforts, Peppermint

Food poisoning – Activated Charcoal, Hydrated Bentonite, DigestZen, Ginger

Fungus, external – athlete’s foot, jock itch, toe nail fungus, etc. - Silver Shield or Gel, Lemon, Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Marjoram, On Guard, Oregano (caution – hot); look to an internal candida program, probiotics

Heart Attack – Capsicum under the tongue (liq), Ki Method

Heartburn – Aloe Vera, Stomach Comfort , DigestZen, Lemongrass, apple cider vinegar; hydration

Immune boost – Astragalus, Colostrum, Colostrum w/ Immune Factors, Echinacea, Garlic, probiotics, On Guard

Inflammation – alkalize, neutralize, antioxidants, omega 3, IF Relief, Slippery Elm, Lemon, Alpha CRS

Injury – pulled muscle - Tei Fu, Aroma Touch, Basil, Deep Blue, Lavender, Wintergreen

Insomnia – 5 HTP, any nervine formula or herb, Lavender, Serenity

Morning Sickness – magnesium, red raspberry, b6, ginger, digestZen, fats, balance blood sugar, greens

Nausea – Ginger, Digest Zen, Ginger, Peppermint; hydration and balance blood sugar

Pain relief – IF Relief, Triple Relief, Nature’s Phenyltol, APS II w/ White Willow Bark, Helichrysm, Deep Blue, Wintergreen

Pneumonia – Bone/Skin Poultice, Capsicum, Lobelia (topical, internal), Breathe, Eucaplytus; other anti-infectious, anti-viral or anti-bacterial, probiotics

Rashes – Aloe Vera Gel, Black Ointment, Silver Shield or Gel, Lavender, Melaleuca, Purify, antioxidants

Reflux – Catnip & Fennel, Proactazyme Plus or Protease Plus, probiotics and/or colostrum; diet, yeast

Shock – Distress Remedy, Balance, Lavender, Serenity

Sinus – Sinus Support, Sinus Homeopathic, Lemon, Sandalwood, other anti-infectious efforts, yeast?

Sore muscles/pulled muscles – Tei Fu, Aroma Touch, Deep Blue, Wintergreen; hydration, minerals

Sore Throat – Silver Shield – gargle, Slippery Elm, any of the xylitol products – gum, mints, toothpaste; On Guard, other any infectious efforts

Stomach ache – Activated Charcoal, Aloe Vera juice, Hydrated Bentonite, DigestZen, Ginger, Peppermint

Trauma – Catnip & Fennel, Distress Remedy, Balance, Lavender, Serenity

Sunburn – Aloe Vera Gel, Healing AC Cream, Silver Shield or Gel, Lavender, Peppermint

Sweating, promote – Capsicum, Ginger, Yarrow, Cinnamon or Cassia – in the tub

Vomiting – Digestive Bitters and teas, DigestZen, Ginger, Peppermint

Wound/external infection – Black Ointment, Golden Salve, Silver Shield or Gel, melaleuca, lavender, frankincense

Yeast Infection – Black Ointment for a bolus insert, melaleuca; yeast program


General Nutrition – Lifelong Wellness Trio or Super Trio, Ultimate Green Zone, Bountiful Blend

Make intelligent dietary choices – esp when ill – sugar feeds microorganisms


Foot soaks – Epsom salts, apple cider vinegar, minerals (Colloidal Minerals), add essential oils, burn wound puncture wound – killing, drawing and healing

Hand soaks – Epsom salts, apple cider vinegar, water, minerals, followed up with Melaleuca and Golden Salve or other essential oils

Poultice – Bone/Skin Poultice, Golden Salve, Black Ointment, comfrey

Bath tub soak – Epsom salt, ginger, hydrated bentonite, essential oils


Pandemic/Plague preparation - Basil, marjoram, oregano, grapefruit, thyme, oregano, cassia, cinnamon, lemon, purify, eucalyptus, myrrh, melaleuca

Emergency kit:

Empty capsules, empty containers – amber bottles with reg. and spray top, white jars; On Guard hand soap, electrolytes/hydration solutions, salt, agave, medicine droppers/servers, clothes/gauze/bandages, drop clothes, masks, teapot, coconut oil

Health care alternatives

Self reliance

Remove toxic overload

Drugs may not be available

Gather tools for wellness lifestyle

More rest and stress management

Eat right

Onguard bottoms of feet daily

Onguard duffused

Clean with oil

Onguard, thyme, melaleuca

Wash hands with essential oils

Use onguard hand soap

Combine oils for germ fighting

Onguard, oregano, thyme – in gel caps, on bottoms of feet

Preventative nutrition


The things that I have found that have been working best for both adults and kids has been,


Wild Orange- When you think of citrus oils you can think of anything viral. The characteristics of this oil are such that it protects the liver and helps your liver uptake the bodies own master antioxidant, glutathione.

Eucalyptus- This one is specific for the lungs. There is a lot of respiratory congestion that comes with this one.

Basil- This is powerful for any viral or bacterial issue. It is amazing at balancing blood sugar.

Rosemary- Amazing also at killing any viral, bacterial, and fungal, We used this oil on a gentleman who got a virus in his brain. He seized so hard that he broke both arms and his collar bone. This oil can pass through the blood brain barrier.

OnGuard- Is a specific plague oil. It kills everything.

Cinnamon- Also considered a plague oil

Digest zen- Amazing for nausea, throwing up, keeping the toxins flushed out of the intestines. This will be one of the most important parts off what you do. Most of what happens in your body is determined by what take place in your gut.

Silver- a sure way to kill and eliminate any super bugs.

Echinacea and goldenseal, vitamin C, also are going to be helpful.

All of the oils from doTerra can be taken internally I would be putting the oils on your feet, stomach, and down your spine.

These are all thing that I would have in stock befor the need to use them arises. I would be using many of them on a daily basis. The oils are powerful and fast. Everything works based off of where your own body is at. Some people have alot of debt in there bodies due to lifestyle, diet, and stress. Prevention is vital but not always a sure thing. Make the best choices you can on a daily basis.

Let me know how I can help you get your family prepared befor hand.

Maria
justlovnlife2@yahoo.com 8:08:00 PM by Maria

Hormones and Fat

Why Are Your Hormones Messed Up?
To understand why your hormones can be thrown out of whack and derail your ability to maintain a healthy weight, you first need to know one key fact about your endocrine system: It reacts to what you put into your body and how you treat it. All day your body interacts with external variables — what you choose to eat, the time of day, the intensity of your workout — and your endocrine system responds by releasing hormones to help you balance your blood sugar, go to sleep, burn fat, or build muscle.
The problem is that the endocrine system doesn't know what to make of many of the external variables it's introduced to. Many factors in our diet and environment — from processed foods to pesticides to lack of sleep — confuse our hormones to the point that they don't know which end is up. I call these factors endocrine disrupters because in the face of them, your hormones begin to overreact and overcompensate. And that's when trouble starts.

Endocrine disrupters can start a chain reaction: One hormone goes into overdrive and another goes into hibernation mode. That imbalance creates another, and another, and another. These dramatic hormone shifts weren't part of your body's original plan, so eventually the unpredictable fluctuations start to wear down your body's natural regulatory processes. Your endocrine system no longer understands what balance looks like. It stops responding the way it should. Your organs take a beating; your glands burn out. You develop a hypothyroid condition and/or become resistant to leptin (a satiety — or fullness — hormone) and insulin. And then you gain weight.

The good news is that you can help balance your hormones in part by changing what you put in your mouth. It is important to dig deep and remove all the toxins and poisons that your body wraps fat around to try to protect itself. These toxins damage your organs and your endocrine system, turns on your fat-storing hormones, and causes you to gain weight. It is then important to feed your boby the right kind of foods to restore the nutrients that speak directly with your fat-burning hormones to nudge them back to functioning at normal levels. Finally, you rebalance the energy going into and out of your body, so that your metabolism works for you as a fat-burning machine, instead of against you, storing fat and stealing energy.

You can get your hormones back on track! It is worth it to put forth the time and energy to connect back with your body, and heal all the damage that we create through our unhealthy lifestyles. Your body will work amaizingly for you if you give it the right fuel.

Find joy in the journey!
Maria

Are Pesticides Lurking in Your Food?

All right, it's time to look at the facts. You know all those pesticides that we spray on our lawns to make them look like suburban Edens, and on our crops to keep the bugs away? Where do you think they ultimately end up? Let's see: They accumulate in the soil, leach into groundwater, linger on the grass our kids run on in their bare feet, and hang out on the foods we eat. In other words, they end up in our bodies.

Considering that those chemicals were invented to, you know, kill things, what kind of effect do you think they're having on us? This is territory that researchers have only recently begun to explore. And they're turning up some disturbing connections: A recent large-scale National Institutes of Health epidemiological study found a dramatically increased risk of diabetes among farmers who routinely applied one of seven common pesticides to their crops. Research that has examined a broader group of chemicals called persistent organic pollutants (POPs) — including many pesticides, as well as the by-products of pesticide manufacture — has linked them to insulin resistance, a precursor to diabetes. (Another cause for alarm: The word "persistent" refers to the fact that these chemicals stick around in the environment and in the food chain long after their use. Although many POPs have been banned in most parts of the world, they still turn up in people's bodies years later.)

It'll take more research to tease out the all the effects of pesticides on human health, but one thing seems clear: They are not good for our metabolisms. We've endured a toxic onslaught for years without knowing what it's doing to our bodies. It's getting clearer by the day that we must start paying very close attention to where our food comes from. I am not being alarmist when I say that what we eat could have lifelong ramifications for our health, hormones, and metabolism. Buy organic, or create your own garden space in your yard to avoid pesticides in your foods, and keep those nasty chemicals off your lawn!

The cleasnsing effect

Is it ever good to feel bad? In some cases, yes. When you start a new treatment for an illness, your symptoms might increase at first, leaving you wondering if you're really getting healthier at all. This is called a Herxheimer reaction. This is the "die-off" effect that many people experience when they dramatically improve their diet and lifestyles. It is an allergic response to the toxic by-products produced when the body's pH is changed for the better. When this happens, large numbers of dangerous bacteria and yeast organisms die and leave the body.
During this period, you won't feel very well, but in reality, you are responding positively to treatment. After this initial detoxification period, you should see significant improvement of your symptoms.

Drinking lots of water, and supporting the cleansing reaction with minerals can help lessen this.

How to Get Sick: Use Artificial Sweeteners

As bad as sugar can be in its various forms, artificial sweeteners are worse! Some are downright deadly because of their carcinogenic properties. Also, they are used in such high-volume products as diet soft drinks and sugar-free foods. Chief among sinners is aspartame, which is marketed as NutraSweet or Equal. Renowned diabetes expert Dr. H. J. Roberts believes there is a clear scientific link between aspartame and increased incidence of brain tumors, seizure disorders, chronic headaches, and hyperactivity in children. As for saccharin, the "cancer-causing" warning labels still apply. The newcomer on the block is sucralose (used in Splenda), but the jury of scientific research still seems to be awaiting further testimony on this one. (If the Maker didn't produce it "as is," then it probably isn't much better than the other synthetic sugar substitutes.)

So it is that time of year when our kids come home from school sick, coughing, fevers. What is the typical protocol for dealing with this. For me it used to be a trip to the store to purchase Motrin, cough suppressants, and whatever else looked like it would get the job done. I would usually end up a few days later at the Dr. office to get an anti-biotic. The funny part about that was that the stuffy head would shift into the lungs and settle there.
Ok, there has got to be a better way to do this right? Well I have found many different resources that I use that help do the job. The trick is to strengthen the immune system and wipe out the bug, not suppress it.
I feel that there are some simple basics that you can use for all of these bugs that come our way, however you have to customize the program to the problem, and the child.
Products I use and love:
I always have Echinacea and Goldenseal on hand. This will be useful for the flu, fevers,earache/infection, sore throat, and a cold. This product is only used at times of illness, not as a preventative.
Silver is a one of those do everything products. I don't recommend a colloid, or a made it yourself product. find a great aqua sol formula, there is not the same risk involved with this technology. I love Nature Sunshines Silver Shield.
A good probiotic is going to be vital. You can find this in many different forms. Colostrum, Bifidophilus, Acidophilus, and other forms of Lactobacillis. These friendly bacteria prevails in the intestines to keep harmful bacteria in check.
There are many herbs that can be used to help purge congestion out of the chest and sinuses. I love an use all of the following alone or in different combinations.
Garlic- called natures penicillin. Good for the circulatory system. Anti-viral, Anti-fungal, and Anti-bacterial. My kids love garlic gels.
Mullien- A powerful lung remedy. Soothing and lubricating to the lungs, Helps heal weakened lungs,and purge congestion. You can find this in combinations with garlic or lobelia, fenugreek, horseradish, or wild cherry bark.
Olive leaf, Oregon Grape, Zinc Lozenges, and any herbs that help clear the liver are always options to add.
Essential oils are a vital. I use them internally, topically and diffuse them into the air.
Eucalyptus- The cooling congestion clearer. Sinus congestion,lung infection, headache, aches and pains.
Lemon- The clarifying detoxifier. Great for clearing toxins out of tissues.
Thyme- It is for everything microbial. Very gentle yet effective for severe cough and infection.
Frankincense- Good for grounding and blood clearing. Anti-inflammatory, great for pain, skin, infections, headaches, asthma. One of my favorites.
Lavender- The do everything oil. Use this for baths to soothe the body, mind, and spirit. Headaches, congestion, rashes, burns.
Cinnamon- Warming infection fighter. Great for any infection.
Myrrh- is very soothing to the system. great for mouth sores, chest infection
Oregano- Is one of those do everything oils. This oil is considered bringing in the big guns.
Peppermint- Clarity and refreshment. Put on the bottoms of the feet to pull down a fever. Works on headaches, coughing, congestion.
Tea tree- Also known as Melaleuca- The anti-fungal first aid wonder. Great for chest colds, mouth sores, thrush, yeast issues.
You can put oils together in many different combinations to fit your issue. I am very picky about the Quality of oil I use . My favorite is Doterra.
www.mydoterra.com/maria

These are all the curative options. What we need to be mindful of in our everyday life, with the choices we make in food, drink, stress, thoughts,and environment is preventative.
There is nothing better than taking control of your families health. Having the knowledge to be empowered as the healer of you family is key. Take every cold, flu, earache, and cough as an opportunity to learn. Have the tools in your home. Teach your kids to make healthy choices.

Find Joy in every Journey!
Maria

What I love

I want to share with everyone the things that I love, and use on a daily basis. I am the mother of 6 Children and have learned to take responsibility for all of our health. Life with kids comes with lots of challenges,and opportunities. Not a day goes by without a meal to fix, an owie to fix, a heart to love, a spirit to lift. Many opportunities to learn and teach.





In my home we do things quite simple. We eat simple, and at the same time we eat healthy and only the best. People think it cost more to eat healthy. I think that it is quite the opposite. I feed 8 of us on a very modest budget. We have lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Good high Quality meats. Most of our meals are freshly made. My kids get angry and refuse to eat if I dont offer them a good fresh meal. They think that canned food and ready made meals are poor food. I love that they are food snobs. Yes they love sweets and chips and junk foods. We have learned how to make smart choices on those options.

I have found many food co-ops that I do group orders with. My favorite is Green Polka Dot Box. If you could imagine purchaseing food at the wholesale price like Whole Foods, Good Earth, Or Trader Joes. The foods are delivered to your home. When you purchase over $150.00 your shipping is free. Here is the link to this opportunitie. ...so check this out. It's a new online club called The Green PolkaDot Box. They've got a rewards program that gives you extra discounts and they pay money back when you tell others so you can wipe out your cost for the food you buy. It's really cool: FREE Organics!
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Find joy in every journey
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