Late Fall brings less sunshine and shorter day-light hours. All of this can trigger SAD (seasonal affective disorder). Levels of depression and anxiety in our youth are already at an all time post-pandemic high. Nobody needs this additional stressor.
This recent study states:
“Our previous studies have shown EOs to be effective in alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress in adults both below and over 60 years of age, respectively [9,10]. Table 1 summarises the effect of EOs in human studies. For instance, the inhalation of lavender and chamomile EOs was found to decrease levels of depression, anxiety, and stress in older adults. It was suggested that the anxiolytic and antidepressant effects could be associated with the suppression of the activity of the sympathetic nervous system [11]. In addition, beneficial effects on physiological health, such as reduction of blood pressure levels and respiratory rate during panic attacks after the inhalation of lavender EO have been reported [12].”
A huge difference can be made in mental health by simply diffusing before and after school, and at bedtime. Choosing calming and happy scents in the home will create lasting memories of feeling safe and loved.
Diffuse oils to make your home smell fresh & clean ... but even more ... a place where everyone can feel safe and loved.
Choose happy scents like:
- bergamot
- tangerine
- pine
- orange
- Joy
Or calming oils like these:
- lavender
- chamomile
- rosemary
- clary sage
- cedarwood
Or one of the many blends like these:
- Peace & Calming
- Stress Away
- Valor
- Sleepyize
- Feelings Kit
Humidity Decreases Risk of Outbreak
Nothing is worse for already stressed emotions than getting sick. Did you know that if the humidity level is too low in your home you have the risk of catching more colds, the flu and other infections? Using a humidifier and a cold-mist diffuser during the winter months can raise the humidity level in your home and combat the risk of an outbreak.
If You Do Get Sick ...
Ear
If your ears are feeling itchy and clogged, these may be the first signs that you are about to fall below the wellness line. Here are some tips to support ear health when you are needing it the most:
- Purification and Melrose Essential Oil Blends
- in the palm of your hand add 1-2 drops each to a dab of coconut, olive or V6 Complex oil
- gently swirl in a clockwise motion to mix
- apply to bony area behind ears and down the sides of the neck for relief
- Garlic Oil
- use a dropper to drop in ear
- local health food store should have or make your own using this recipe
- Visit Your Chiropractor
- adjustments aid drainage and prevents build-up from occurring
- use as needed but also as a preventive
- Colloidal Silver
- 2-3 drops in each ear
- Avoid Dairy and Sugar
- keeps immune system strong
- reduces mucus build-up
- additives in dairy products and dairy proteins are high inflammatory triggers
- increased inflammation equals increased mucus (sugar has the same effect)
- Basil Essential Oil
- place a drop on a cotton ball and rest the cotton ball outside of your ear while resting (NEVER put essential oils directly in your ears!)
Nose
- Lavender Essential Oil
- place a drop on the bridge of your nose for drippiness
- apply topically to that red, irritated skin from blowing too much
- apply a little Rose Ointment over the Lavender for additional comfort and to soothe red, chapped skin of any kind
- SniffleEase
- stuffy nose? Place a drop on the nose and chest and wait a few minutes
- prediluted and ready to use for anyone age 2 and up
- apply additional carrier on skin before application for any under age 2
- Breathe Again, RC, Raven
- apply to palms of hands and inhale or add to diffuser to help open those breathing passageways
- TIP: apply a tiny amount of Thieves Chest Rub around nostrils to open up a stuffy nose
Throat
- Purification and Lemon Essential Oils
- in the palm of your hand add 1 drop each to a little carrier oil and rub down the outside of your throat every couple of hours
- keep next to bed for re-application during the night or first thing in the morning
- Thieves Cough Drops
- FDA approved ingredient
- no processed sugars, dyes, artificial flavors or preservatives
- naturally-derived ingredients
- natural menthol from peppermint
- specifically developed for coughs and soothing irritated throats
Chest/Cough
- Thieves Chest Rub
- helps reduce cough, safe to use on family members ages 2 and up
- 100% plant-based
- over-the-counter maximum-strength cough relief and acts as a cough suppressant
- temporarily relieves stuffiness, cough, and congestion from minor throat and bronchial irritation
- hands-free delivery
- free of petroleum, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, synthetic perfumes or dyes, artificial colors, preservatives, or GMO ingredients
- TIP: layer Digize under Thieves Chest Rub to break up the junk and quiet coughs
- Compare to Vicks Vapor Rub
- Vicks contains 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐢𝐥 & 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐦.
- Turpentine oil poisoning can occur when someone breathes in too many of the fumes. It is a member of a class of compounds known as hydrocarbons. Heavy overexposure is also reported to cause irritation of the nose and throat, cough, headache, vertigo, and irritation of the kidneys and bladder.
- Petrolatum is refined from petroleum, which means it can be contaminated with toxic chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
- designed to go directly on our skin & for inhalation!!!! So WHY are we putting it on the most absorbent areas of our bodies & being encouraged to breathe it in? When we put a product directly on our skin - even if we don’t ingest it directly, the chemicals still absorb directly into our pores & into our bloodstream.
- Vicks contains 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐢𝐥 & 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐦.
Men's Facial Care ...
For those who decide to continue shaving during "No-Shave November" ... you may find that your face becomes more easily chapped and irritated with razor burn during the colder and drier months. Here are a few tips to try:
- Lavaderm After Sun Spray - after all, it is for burns!
- Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood™ Hydrosol
- add a few drops of Lavender or Frankincense
- also excellent for those serious kitchen burns
- Shutran™ Beard Oil or Aftershave Lotion
- men love it with or without a beard
- CBD Beauty Boost
- a friend's husband absolutely loves this!
- Melrose Oil Blend with a little Jojoba or Coconut oil
November 18th is Apple Cider Day
Check out this Spiced Apple Cider recipe! It’s so easy to whip up for a cozy Friday night or a family gathering. You can even keep it warm in a crockpot so you can enjoy it as the day goes on. It includes several of Young Living’s Vitality oils that invoke feelings of comfort and warmth! Check it out…
FUN FACTS
- Cinnamon Bark Vitality: contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support
- Tangerine Vitality: contains antioxidants and may provide digestive, lymphatic, and immune support
- Clove Vitality: contains antioxidants and provides support for general wellness and the immune system
- Ginger Vitality: may support a healthy digestive system
- Nutmeg Vitality: contains antioxidants; may support cognitive function and the immune system
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