Recipes

Sticking to an exercise routine can be a challenge and, be even more difficult if your muscles are still achy and sore from the previous workout. Giving your muscles a nice rub down after a workout can provide relief to tight aching muscles, promote quicker healing of...

  If you’ve had a professional spa facial, you know most of them start with steaming. Applying warm steam to your skin opens up the pores, releasing bacteria and dirt. Moist heat also hydrates your skin, giving it a healthy glow. The other great thing about...

Summer time is full of fun and exciting activities; camping, hiking, barbecues and vacations! Mosquitos and other pesky critters can quickly cause discomfort and possibly transfer disease like West Nile Virus (which seems to be everywhere now). Rather than expose my...

A facial and body mist has become one of our must-have daily essentials — especially in humid weather or post-gym. It cools you down while giving your skin a sultry dew. In hot weather a face & body mist can soothe and refresh heat-stressed skin of all types,...

When the world seems like it has started to spin, even though you aren’t moving, you may be suffering from an episode of vertigo. This spinning sensation can be very disconcerting, leading to nausea, instability and excessive sweating. Vertigo often stems from a...

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system creates antibodies that damage the thyroid gland. Although doctors don't know what causes the immune system to attack the thyroid gland, it is believed by some scientists that a virus or...

There's nothing better than the sweet aroma of homemade cookies baking in the oven! With the hustle and bustle of daily life, we don't always have the time or energy to bake. Now you can fill your home with the wonderful scent of cookies without the hard work or mess....

Sugar and spice, and everything nice, that's what your body feels like after it's been treated to the luxury of a sugar scrub. Sugar scrubs can be used on your face, feet or entire body.    You can find sugar scrubs in spas, department stores, and specialty stores......

Fibromyalgia is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed and misunderstood conditions of the musculoskeletal system.  It’s chronic, and it’s painful.  Rather than a clearly defined and easily diagnosed disease, fibromyalgia primarily presents itself as a cluster of...

Once again, it's the season for ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night!  It's Halloween time again! Don't you just love Halloween? In countries around the world, the autumnal season is welcomed in many ways.  Some cultures...

Headaches and Migraines   General Headaches or Migraine   Massage around the temples and at the base of the skull along the hairline with the following essential oil blend: 3 drops of Lavender  1 drop of Peppermint  1 tablespoon of olive or coconut oil ...

Gingivitis   Inflamed gums may be a greater cause of tooth loss than tooth decay.  Make a mouthwash by adding 1 teaspoon of the blend below to a glass of warm water.  Swish around in the mouth and rinse, do not swallow. Mouthwash Blend   Combine the...

Pebble Foot Bath for Swollen Ankles and Feet   There are many causes for swelling of the ankles and feet.  Resting with the feet elevated is an effective measure as is a pebble foot bath. Place a dozen or so smooth round pebbles in bowl of comfortably warm water...

Foot Massage   Massage from the toes to the heel, using your thumbs under the foot and using fingers on top of the foot.  You should find this to be very soothing. All massage should be go with the flow of the body, e.g., towards the heart. If massaging a child...

Fatigue (Mental)   Mental Fatigue Blend   5 drops of Geranium  5 drops of Lavender  3 drops of Peppermint  3 drops of Rosemary  Combine the essential oils listed above in a dark glass bottle, shake well to blend. Continue with the following applications....

Fatigue (Chronic)   Chronic Fatigue Blend   20 drops of one of these oils: Bergamot, Eucalyptus, or Lavender  15 drops of Grapefruit 15 drops of one of these oils: Cedar Wood, Sandalwood or Ylang Ylang. Combine the above listed essential oils in a dark glass...

Eczema   People with dry eczema are usually advised to take short, comfortably warm showers, and use mild soaps in order to avoid excessive drying of the skin.  It is possible that a deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids may contribute to this condition.  Try to keep...

Earache   Always treat earaches seriously as infection can easily spread to the middle and inner ear.  The following suggestions are for simple earaches, which may be caused by drafts or a mild infection.  Be certain to consult your health care practitioner if...

Diarrhea   The following suggestions are intended for simple short-term bouts of diarrhea.  See your health care provider for chronic (persistent) diarrhea. Virus-Related Diarrhea   1 drop of Lavender  1 drop of Lemon  1 drop of Peppermint Blend essential...

Depression   The following blend is suggested for symptomatic relief of depression:   Essential Oils Needed   15 drops of Geranium  10 drops of Lavender 8 drops of Neroli  12 drops of Nutmeg  Combine essential oils in a dark glass bottle, shake well to...

Deodorant A few studies in recent years have theorized that aluminum-based antiperspirants may increase the risk for breast cancer. According to the authors of these studies, most breast cancers develop in the upper outer part of the breast -- the area closest to the...

Improve Circulation 2 cups of Epsom salts 2 tsp. baking soda 2 drops Eucalyptus  3 drops Ginger  3 drops Grapefruit  2 drops Nutmeg  Combine Epsom salts, sea salt, and baking soda in a non-reactive bowl.  Begin stirring the bowl’s contents and keep stirring to prevent...

The following information should not be interpreted as advice for the treatment of cancer, nor is it intended to substitute for your physician’s treatment recommendations.  Our intention is to provide supportive suggestions that hopefully may assist in mitigating some...

Abdominal Pain Abdominal pain, especially if it is acute or persistent, should always be evaluated by a physician as there is always the possibility of the existence of a serious condition such as appendicitis, and that requires an examination by an expert...

Foot Odor   Foot odor is not an entirely male problem, but men do seem to be more prone than women.  This embarrassing problem may be caused by a number of disorders as well as bad dietary habits.  If the problem is caused by a fungal infection, add 2 drops of...