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AlkaLime supplement for pHProactively taking Young Living products, such as AlkaLime® , can help build and support digestive health and you can feel great, too. AlkaLime® is a precisely-balanced alkaline mineral and essential oil powder formulated to safely balance the acidity of the digestive system.* This is important because a balanced pH allows the body to maintain vigor and health. This formula helps counteract over consumption of processed sugars and foods that may turn to sugar in the body, such as pasta, bread, and processed corn products.

Sodium: 573 mg per serving Calcium: 692 mg per serving Magnesium: 142 mg per serving Potassium: 190 mg per serving 
38.5 servings per container.

AlkaLime® Between Meals

This precisely-balanced alkaline mineral and essential oil powder is formulated to safely reduce the acidity of the digestive system. It also helps preserve the body’s proper pH balance-the cornerstone of health. Take in water one hour before meals or at bedtime. Not for salt-restricted diets.

How To Use AlkaLime®

Stir 1 teaspoon in 8 ounces of distilled water and drink immediately. Mix only with water. Take one to three times daily, one hour before meals or retiring to bed as an aid in alkalizing.*

AlkaLime® Ingredients

Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate and sea salt), Calcium (as calcium carbonate), magnesium (as magnesium citrate), Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate), citric acid, lemon (Citrus limon)† rind, and lime (Citrus aurantifolia)† rind.

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"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ R. Buckminster Fuller

Ocotea essential oil has a long history of wellness uses in South America. Today these traditional uses can provide benefits. The disinfectant and balancing properties of ocotea oil are many and varied. One to three drops of ocotea has been known to lower blood sugar levels. High in sesquiterpenes, ocotea may also help with inflammation (anti-inflammatory), anti-diarrheal, and quite useful for candida and streptococcal, help to balance metabolism, foot fungus, balancing to emotions. Ocotea Essential oil

Ocotea Essential Oil Testimonials

“Before I started using ocotea oil, I would get the munchies every afternoon at work and would have a hard time waiting to eat until dinner.  Now I use ocotea oil in my water every afternoon, and it helps me to get through that time of day with no need to snack.” ~ Trudy S.

“I am continually amazed at how powerful these oils are.  Inhaling the peppermint oil and drinking the ocotea oil in my water makes me eat less food and has helped me to lose weight. Using the lemon oil topically has helped condition and tighten  my skin, and lose some extra bulk around my middle! Anyone who doesn’t use these oils along with whatever else they’re doing to lose weight is really missing out — “ ~ Julie B.

“1 drop of Ocotea oil in the AM and 1 drop in the PM orally helped curb my appetite. My waist is back and my body is back to a hour glass shape. I’m down to a size 4 without working at it.” ~ Margie H.

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"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ R. Buckminster Fuller

Fungi and yeast feed on decomposing or dead tissues. They exist everywhere: inside our stomachs, on our skin, sometimes in our homes, and out on the lawn. When kept under control, the yeast and fungi populating our bodies are harmless and our bodies digest what they cannot or do not use.

When we feed these naturally-occurring fungi in our bodies too many acid-ash foods (such as: sugar, animal proteins, and dairy products), the fungal populations grow out of control. This condition is known as systemic candidiasis and is marked by fungi invading the blood, gastrointestinal tract, and tissues.

Fungal cultures such as candida excrete large amounts of poisons called mycotoxins as part of their life cycles. These poisons must be detoxified by the liver and immune systems. Such an unnecessary burden eventually these mycotoxins wreak enormous damage on the tissues and organs and are believed to be an aggravating factor in many degenerative diseases, such as cancer, arteriosclerosis, and diabetes.

Insufficient intake of minerals and trace minerals like magnesium, potassium, and zinc may also stimulate candida and fungal overgrowth in the body.

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"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ R. Buckminster Fuller

Why is FOS important to your health? FOS helps keep fungus, yeast, and Candida from being a problem. It’s important to focus on this rather than treating the symptoms of fungus, yeast and Candida after they occur because some of these problems are the precursor to many types of cancer. More about Fungus is a Cancer.

What is FOS?

FOS is a super-nutrient documented to rebuild intestinal flora, improves mineral absorption, and more…

  • Minimal impact on blood sugar levels
  • Glycemic index of 0
  • Ideal sweetener for diabetics
  • Increases populations of beneficial bifidobacteria in the colon
  • Reduces populations of harmful bacteria, such as Clostridium perfringens
  • Improves calcium and magnesium absorption
  • Improves liver function

A naturally sweet, indigestible fiber derived from chicory roots, FOS (fructooligosaccharides) are one of the best-documented, natural nutrients for promoting the growth of Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria bacteria in our bodies, this is key to sound health.

FOS has also been clinically studied for its ability to increase magnesium and calcium absorption, lower blood glucose, cholesterol, and LDL levels, and to inhibit production of the reductase enzymes that can contribute to cancer.

Because FOS can increase magnesium absorption, it can also lead to lowered blood pressure and better cardiovascular health.

FOS is one of the most powerful prebiotics to be researched in the last decade (a “prebiotic” feeds intestinal flora; a “probiotic” adds more actual cultures to existing intestinal flora).

The subject of over 100 clinical studies, FOS is one of the best-documented natural nutrients for improving the healthy balance of bacteria in intestines and stimulating the growth of the beneficial bifidobacteria—“friendly flora”—that reside in the colon. Read the rest of this entry »

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"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ R. Buckminster Fuller

Have you ever felt like you need a little bit of help with a bad taste in your mouth or maybe concerned that your breath my not be too pleasant to others?  Here is a quick and natural fix to help your breath be fresher is with Cassia essential oil.

Put one drop of Cassia in about 1/4 cup of pure water, gargle, spit out or swallow.  You will then have a clean and fresh taste in your mouth and your breath will be more pleasant to others.

You could also dip the tip of a toothpick in the essential oil. When you put the toothpick in your mouth, just be mindful that it may be a bit warm, but once you get used to this you will be happy to have some on hand.

Cassia has a rich Biblical history. Mentioned in one of the oldest known medical records, Ebers Papyrus (dating from sixteenth century BC) an ancient Egyptian list of 877 prescriptions and recipes.

Psalm 45:8—All thy garments smell of myrrh, and aloes, and cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad.

Cassia (Cinnamomum cassia) comes from a slender, evergreen tree, which grows up, to 20 feet tall. It is native to China. The oil is steam distilled from the bark. Cassia was an ingredient in the Holy Anointing Oil given to Moses. This exotic fragrance of vanilla/cinnamon might be similar in its aroma to cinnamon, but it is physically and chemically much different and three times more potent than cinnamon. Care must be taken in topical use as it may cause skin sensation.

Cassia is one of four essential oils that are the ingredients in Moses’ Holy Anointing Oil. Holy Anointing Oil, was considered to bring about healing. Anoint translated from the Hebrew and Greek meant “to cover, rub, or smear the head or body (or object) with oil”. In some cases, the word meant “to pour oil over the head or body (or object).” A commonly used Hebrew word for anoint was “masach”. It is interesting that the Hebrew variations of the word for anoint are similar to the English word “massage” both in meaning and in pronunciation. Laying of hands in a loving manner and with prayer.

Exodus 30:23,24,25—Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, And of cassia five hundred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, and of oil olive an hin: And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.

One way of “anointing” oils that may be helpful in alleviating ailments is:

1. Begin on the crown of the head.

2. Applying to the bottoms of the feet on the Vitaflex point that reflects the ailment.

3. Apply to the back, over the lung area, for a congestive ailment.

4. Apply to the chest, for a congestive ailment.

Source: Bark of the tree

Ancient Uses: Ingredient in Moses’ Holy Anointing Oil.

Modern Uses: Immune system builder and supportive of the body’s natural defenses.

Medical Properties: Anti-inflammatory (COX2 inhibitor), anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiviral, anticoagulant, immune system builder and supportive of the body’s natural defenses.*

Uses: Cataracts, fungal infections (ringworm, candida), atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis.*

Other uses of Cassia are:

  • Put a drop or two on your fingers and rub through the hair. Perfumed hair is good anytime, especially at night.
  • Diffuse or put a drop in your hand, rub hands together and cup over nose, gently inhale for a joyful, uplifting feeling.* (Be mindful to not touch your face with your hands, just cup your hands about an inch away from you nose and face.)
  • Add a drop to water, swish in mouth, and gargle for a delicious and effective mouthwash.
  • Put a drop in a glass of water and shake it up (to disperse the oil) for a protecting & refreshing drink. You may just find it curbs your desire for sugar! Also taking it internally may help with fungal problems! (Glass containers only!!)
  • Use it in cooking. For example, add a drop or two to yams.
  • Add a drop to hot chocolate and enjoy!
  • Add a drop or two to hot water, stir, and drink to take away the chill.
  • Dilute 50/50 and apply to area of concern and Vitaflex foot points to help with boils, ringworm, and fungal infections.*
  • Combine with carrier oil and other oils such as Frankincense, Sandalwood, Myrrh, Hyssop, or Galbanum and wear as fragrance or put it on a handkerchief and carry with you or take to bed at night.

Purchase Cassia in the 12 Oils of Ancient Scripture Kit

NOTE: While its aroma is similar to cinnamon, cassia is chemically and physically quite different. May irritate the nasal membranes if inhaled directly from diffuser or bottle.

Note: Not all essential oils are the same. Therapeutic-grade essential oils are steam distilled and wild crafted, their oils are carefully extracted by way of hot water and steam and they are free from any synthetic chemicals. Many labels use the words “For External Use Only,” which means that they might include chemicals other than pure oil.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information refers solely to products from Young Living Essential Oils and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, and claim to cure, treat or prevent any disease. We urge you to do the health related research necessary to learn what is right for you. Young Living uses only therapeutic grade oils. Perfume grade or poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. US labeling for essential oils is governed by the Perfume Act, allowing labels to say “100% pure essential oil” and by law contain only 5% of any grade

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Read other Oils of the Bible articles:

12 Oils of the Bible-Frankincense-Part 1

12 Oils of the Bible-Myrrh-Part 2

12 Oils of the Bible-Aloes-Sandalwood-Part 3

12 Oils of the Bible-Cedarwood-Part 5

12 Oils of the Bible-Cypress-Part 6

12 Oils of the Bible-Galbanum-Part 7

12 Oils of the Bible-Hyssop-Part 8

12 Oils of the Bible-Myrtle-Part 9

12 Oils of the Bible-Onycha-Part 10

12 Oils of the Bible-Rose of Sharon-Part 11

12 Oils of the Bible-Spikenard-Part 12

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Resources: “Healing Oils of the Bible” by David Stewart Ph. D

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Di-Gize™ is a blend of 8 different essential oils formulated to support proper digestive function of all forms. Di-Gize™ is a dietary supplement which can be a valuable aid for digestive concerns and help support a healthy digestive system.* It is an ideal companion to the Young Living nutritional supplements: Essentialzyme (enzymes), ComforTone and JuvaTone. di-gize

Di-Gize™ may be helpful with: bloating, colic* (works for horses too), Candida, heartburn, diarrhea, acid reflux, constipation, IBS, gas, nausea, parasites, worms, food poisoning, and indigestion.

I think the most important thing we need to remember is that many health issues stem from bad digestion. You may have heard ‘good health begins with good digestion’ – I have found this to be so true. I personally do not like to use products that ‘treat symptoms’ – I prefer those which address the core of the problem before I consider what essential oil options are available to take care of the discomfort of symptoms (if they’re not immediately lessened or gone by my addressing the core of the problem).

For years, when I was a teenager, I was popping Tums like crazy because my digestion was so messed up. It would be several years later that my bad digestion caught up with me even more and created some challenging problems that took almost 3 years to make better. That’s because I thought that by treating my symptoms it would remedy the problem – which is precisely what we are taught to believe by companies that manufacture remedies and medicines – that belief is so detremental that the mere thought of it makes me cringe. Fortunately, I learned that “I” needed to address the core of the problem and since then I have always looked first to see why the problem is there in the first place and start working on that. This approach has saved me a fortune in doctor bills, not to mention that it has made my life much easier and more pleasant overall.

About the Essential Oils in Di-Gize™

  • Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) helps support the digestive system
  • Ginger (Zingiber officinale) help relieve motion sickness, arthritis, muscle aches, congestion, sinusitis, diarrhea, colic, fever.
  • Juniper (Juniperus osteosperma and J. scopulorum) may improve nerve and kidney function, detoxifies and improves the ability to cleanse.
  • Anise (Pimpinella anisum) known for calming gallbladder contractions, stimulates proper liver function, expells worms, calming to spastic colitis, asthma and lung congestion.
  • Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) helpful to stimulate circulation, respiratory and cardiac function, expel parasites, increase lactation after childbirth.
  • Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) is extremely anti-infectious, may help with allergy relief, internal/extrenal tissue discomfort, grounding emotionally.
  • Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) known as a purifier of the kidneys and other detoxifying organs, is a vasodilator and rapidly regenrates connective tissue, and an excellent anti-fungal (kills Aspergillus penicillium an extremely toxic mold found in homes), and has shown excellent results in a study against MRSA.
  • Peppermint (Mentha piperita) excellent for all digestive concerns, Candida, nausea, vomiting, headaches, intensifying action on other essential oils. Peppermint is a popular oil for many concerns and there have been many studies.

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How to Use Gi-Gize™

Internal* - 1-2 drops in a veggie capsule with olive oil twice a day.

When used as a supplement, Di-Gizecan also be diluted in a beverage: one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.

Topical – Apply a couple drops on tummy, gently massage in with a little V-6 Massage Oil.

* Young Living essential oils are concentrated and potent. Do not give to children or pregnant mothers internally. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ R. Buckminster Fuller

On the 6th day of Christmas Young Living scent to me, 6 Myrrh and Myrtle,  5 Balsam Fir, 4 Frankincense, 3 Wise Men, 2 NingXia Reds and a bottle of Lavender oil.

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be very trying and stress filled.  At times many people are so consumed to get so many tasks accomplished that they may forget about the true meaning of Christmas.  Hopefully they will be able to stop, take a breath, reach for a bottle of essential oil and feel the release of tension, become more at peace and be able to remember and reflect on what is most important to them in life.

Should I feel the need to boost my spirits or to desire a more peaceful feeling, I reach for a bottle of Myrrh and Myrtle,  to diffuse. I feel a sense of peace and spiritual awakening. My entire day seems to have a more blessed feeling.

myrrh-oilMyrrh (Commipihora myrrha) has a rich, smoky, balsamic aroma that is purifying, restorative, revitalizing, and uplifting. It is a helpful aid to meditation, having one of the highest levels of sesquiterpenes available. Sesquiterpenes are a class of compounds that have a direct effect on the hypothalamus, pituitary, and amygdala, the seat of our emotions. Myrrh is referenced throughout the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. The Arabian people believed it helped wrinkled, chapped, and cracked skin. Today, myrrh is widely used in oral hygiene products.*

Historical Data: Myrrh is mentioned in one of the oldest known medical records, Ebers Papyrus (dating from sixteenth century B.C.) an ancient Egyptian list of 877 prescriptions and recipes.    Myrrh was listed in Hildgards’ Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly-regarded Benedictine herbalist Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179)^

Bible References: ^

  • Genesis 37:25– “And they sat down to eat bread; and they lifted up their eyes and looked, and behold, a company of Ishmelites came from Gilead with their camels bearing spicery and balm and myrrh, going to carry it down to Egypt.”
  • Genesis 43:11 –”And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices and myrrh, nuts, and almonds:”
  • Exodus 30:23–“Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels,”

Medical Properties: Powerful antioxidant, anti-tumoral, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-parasitic, analgesic/anesthetic.

Uses: Diabetes, cancer, hepatitis, fungal infections (Candida, ringworm, eczema, nail fungus), tooth/gum infections, skin conditions (chapped, cracked, wrinkles, stretch marks)^

Fragrant Influence: Promotes spiritual awareness and is uplifting.  It contains sesquiterpenes which stimulates the limbic system of the brain (the center of memory and emotions) and the hypothalamus, pineal and pituitary glands.  The hypothalamus is the master gland of the human body, producing many vital hormones including thyroid and growth hormone.^

How to use: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.

Possible skin sensitivity.

If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

I have so many favorite Young Living oils, but I would say that Myrrh is one of my favorites for meditating.

myrtle-oilMyrtle (Myrtus communis) has a clear, fresh, herbaceous scent, similar to eucalyptus. Supportive of the respiratory system, skin, and hair, it has been researched for its effects on glandular imbalances and its soothing effects when inhaled. It is also helpful for meditation and lifting the spirit.*

Historical Data: Myrtle has been researched by Dr. Daniel Penoel for normalizing hormonal imbalances of the thyroid and ovaries, as well as balancing the hypothyroid.  It has also been researched for its soothing effects on the respiratory system.^

Bible Reference:

  • Nehemia 8:15--”And that they should publish and proclaim in all their cities, and in Jerusalem, saying, Go forth unto the mount, and fetch olive branches, and pine branches, and myrtle branches, and palm branches, and branches of thick trees, to make booths, as it is written.”
  • Isaiah 41:19–” I will plant in the wilderness the cedar, the shittah tree, and the myrtle, and the oil tree; I will set in the desert the fir tree, and the pine, and the box tree together:”
  • Isaiah 55:13–“Instead of the thorn shall come up the fir tree, and instead of the brier shall come up the Myrtle tree: and it shall be to the Lord for a name, for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.”

Medical Properties: Antimutagenic, liver stimulant, prostate and thyroid stimulant, sinus/lung decongestant, antispasmodic.

Uses: Thyroid problems, throat/lung/sinus infections, prostate problems, skin irritations (acne, blemishes, bruises, oily skin, psoriasis, etc.), muscle spasms.

Fragrant Influence: Elevating and euphoric.

How to use: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.

Possible skin sensitivity.

If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc.

Keep out of reach of children.

Avoid using on infants and very small children.

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Whether you are looking for an even more spiritual and awakening addition to your day, or for bringing an uplifting fragrance to your “space”, I feel strongly that you will be delighted with either or both of Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils of Myrrh and Myrtle.  You may even have a special experience with these oils. Peace be with you.

Note: All essential oils are NOT created equal. Most essential oils are of lower quality. Therefore, do NOT use the information provided here for other brands. Learn why quality is so important.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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AlkaLime® is a specially designed alkaline mineral powder supplement that contains an array of high-alkaline salts and other yeast and fungus fighting elements, such as citric acid and essential oils. Its precisely balanced, acid-neutralizing mineral formulation helps preserve the body’s proper pH balance–the cornerstone of health. By boosting blood alkalinity, yeast and fungus are deprived of the acidic terrain they require to flourish. The effectiveness of other essential oils is enhanced when the body’s blood and tissues are alkaline.

AlkaLime® may help reduce the following signs of acid-based yeast and fungus dominance:  alkalime-supplement

  • fatigue/low energy*
  • unexplained aches and pains*
  • overweight conditions*
  • low resistance to illness*
  • allergies
  • headaches*
  • irritability/mood swings*
  • indigestion
  • colitis/ulcers*
  • diarrhea/constipation*
  • urinary tract infections*
  • rectal/vaginal itch*
  • Candida * (article: the connection between yeast and cancer)

Stop Heartburn Fire Before it Starts

A proactive lifestyle taking Young Living products, such as AlkaLime® , can help build and support digestive health and you can feel great, too.

AlkaLime® is a precisely-balanced alkaline mineral and essential oil powder formulated to safely balance the acidity of the digestive system.* This is important because a balanced pH allows the body to maintain vigor and health. This formula helps counteract overconsumption of processed sugars and foods that may turn to sugar in the body, such as pasta, bread, and processed corn products.

Sodium: 573 mg per serving Calcium: 692 mg per serving Magnesium: 142 mg per serving Potassium: 190 mg per serving 
38.5 servings per container

How To Use AlkaLime®

Stir 1 teaspoon in 8 ounces of distilled water and drink immediately. Mix only with water. Take one to three times daily, one hour before meals or retiring to bed as an aid in alkalizing.*

AlkaLime® Ingredients

Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate and sea salt), Calcium (as calcium carbonate), magnesium (as magnesium citrate), Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate), citric acid, lemon (Citrus limon)† rind, and lime (Citrus aurantifolia)† rind.

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How to Restore Alkalinity

An alkaline environment is hostile to fungi, which require acidity to survive and thrive. Lowered yeast and fungus popula tions translate into lower levels of body-damaging, disease-inducing mycotoxins. Some of the most common varieties of pathogenic bacteria, yeast, and fungi that live in the intes tines are inactive. However, when the body is weakened by illness, stress, and excess acidity caused by stress, these bacteria become harmful and active, changing into an invasive mycelic form.

Tips for a natural healthy lifestyle:

  1. Carefully monitor your diet. Avoiding yeastand fungus-promoting foods is a crucial factor in combating excess acidity and fungus overgrowth. Meats, sugars, dairy products, pickled and malted products can be especially acidic. On the other hand, garlic is excellent for controlling fungi and yeast. Other high-alkaline, fungusinhibiting foods include green and yellow vegetables, beans, and whole uncracked nuts. The natural ratio between alkaline and acid foods in the diet should be 4:1–four parts alkaline foods to one part acid. JuvaPower and JuvaSpice are mixtures of extremely alkaline and high-antioxidant foods that nourish the liver and combat toxic acidity. The pH of a raw food does not always determine its acidity or alkalinity in the digestive system. Some foods, like lemons, might be acidic in their natural state but when consumed and digested are converted into alkaline residues. Thus, the true determinant of a food’s pH is whether it is an alkaline-ash or acid-ash food. In this case, lemons are an alkaline-ash food.
  2. Avoid the use of antibiotics when possible. The overuse of antibiotics for incidental, minor, or cosmetic conditions not only increases the resistance of pathogenic microorganisms, but it kills the beneficial bacteria in your body, leaving the mycotoxin-generating yeast and fungi intact. This is why many women suffer outbreaks of yeast infections after antibiotic use.
  3. Use YL Therapeutic-grade essential oils. Many essential oils possess important antimicrobial, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Clove and Thyme essential oils have been documented to kill over 15 different strains of fungi. Essential oils work best when blood and tissues are alkaline. When our systems become acidic–due to poor diet, illness, or emotional stress–essential oils lose some of their effects. So the best way to enhance the action of essential oils is to alkalize your body.
  4. Use alkaline minerals. Increasing intake of calcium can dramatically boost blood and intestinal alkalinity. Calcium and magnesium rich supplements, such as SuperCal and MegaCal, can help alkalinize both blood and body tissues. AlkaLime® is an out stand ing source of alkaline salts that can help reduce internal acidity. JuvaPower and JuvaSpice are also rich in minerals and yeast-fighting phytonutrients.
  5. Lower stress. Emotional and psychological tension can be especially damaging to bodily systems and act as a prime promoter of acid formation in the body. To properly appreciate how acidic stress can be, just think back to the last time you were seriously stressed-out and had to reach for an antacid tablet to soothe your heartburn or stomach discomfort. Blends of essential oils high in sesquiterpenes, such as frankincense, myrrh, and sandalwood, can produce profound balancing and calming effects on emotions, when diffused or applied topically. They work by affecting the limbic system of our brain, the seat of our emotions. Additionally iffusing Oranage and lavender essential oils have been shown to ease anxiety, see the study here. More on managing stress.
  6. Boost friendly flora. From three to four pounds of beneficial bacteria permanently reside in the intestines of the average adult. Not only are they the first line of defense against foreign invaders, but they are absolutely essential for health, energy, and optimum digestive efficiency. These intestinal houseguests not only control mucus and debris, but they produce B vitamins, vitamin K, and maintain the all-important pH balance of the body. These friendly flora are also important in counteracting and opposing yeast and fungus over growth. When our natural cultures are compromised or disrupted by taking antibiotics or by poor dietary practices, yeast and fungus start growing unopposed and begin colonizing and invading larger swaths of our internal terrain, secreting ever-increasing volumes of poisonous mycotoxins. Using an acidophilus and bifidus, such as Life 5 supplement, may be especially valuable in boosting levels of naturally occurring beneficial bacteria in the body and preventing fungal and yeast overgrowth. Life 5 is also helpful in assisting the body to maintain proper pH balance for nutrient digestion and absorption. Ideally, the lactobacillus acidiphilus and bifidobacterium bifidus cultures must be combined with plantain to promote implantation on the intestinal wall.

Research indicates a significant proportion of bacteria from many acidophilus supplements do not reach the lower intestine alive, or they arrive in such a weakened state that they are not of much benefit. This is why combining the acidophilus and bifidus cultures with plantain is so important because plantain helps these cultures adhere to the intestinal walls.

An even more effective means of fortifying the friendly flora in our intestines is by consumption of fructooligosaccharides (also known as FOS). FOS is one of the most powerful natural agents for feeding our friendly flora. FOS is made up of medium-chain sugars that cannot be used by pathogenic yeast and fungi. The end result is that FOS starves fungi while feeding the acidophilus and bifidus cul tures that are our main defense against disease.

But FOS is far more than just an outstanding means of rebuilding and protecting the beneficial bacteria inside the body. Over a dozen clinical studies have documented the ability of fructooligosaccharides to prevent constipation, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and even prevent cancer. (Hidaka et al., 1991; Briet et al., 1995); Bouhnik et al., 1996; Kawaguchi et al., 1993; Luo et al., 1996); Rochat et al., 1994; Tokunaga et al., 1993).

FOS: Bifidobacteria for Git and Colon Health

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This precisely-balanced alkaline mineral and essential oil powder is formulated to safely reduce the acidity of the digestive system. It also helps preserve the body’s proper pH balance-the cornerstone of health. Take in water one hour before meals or at bedtime. Not for salt-restricted diets.

Heartburn & Acid Reflux  lemon

Heartburn is a burning pain felt behind the breastbone. It is most often the result of acid reflux, that is, when stomach acid rises up the esophagus where it irritates the lining. Lemon essential oil (which comes from the rind, not the pulp) is one of the best remedies for heartburn, as it causes the stomach to stop excreting digestive acids. Simply add a drop or two of lemon to a small glass of water and drink.

Did you know that Lemon essential oil has many traditional uses?

Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. According Jean Valnet, M.D., the vaporized essence of lemon can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Even a 0.2% solution of lemon oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria.

Lemon oil has been widely used in skin care to cleanse skin and reduce wrinkles. It promotes clarity of thought and purpose, as well as health, healing, physical energy, and purification. Its fragrance is invigorating, enhancing, and warming.

Lemon has been shown to have antidepressant effects in research done by Komori, et al.,1995. It may also help brighten a pale, dull complexion by removing the dead skin cells. It serves as an effective insect repellent and works well in removing gum, wood stain, oil, and grease spots.

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More ideas on Using Lemon Essential Oil

  • Use 6 drops of Lemon oil and 6 drops of Purification oil in a 4 oz. spray bottle mixed with distilled water to use in the bathroom as an air freshener.
  • Use 1-2 drops of Lemon oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.
  • Use 1 drop of Lemon oil to add flavor to baked goods or beverages.
  • For homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 tablespoons of honey and two cups of pure water. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your own taste.
  • Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a corn, callous or bunion mornings and evenings.**
  • To clean and increase the shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Drop your cleaned fruit into the water and stir. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon water.
  • Add 2-3 drops of Lemon oil to water and spray counter tops to sterilize them.
  • Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.
  • Add a drop of Lemon oil to your dishwasher before the wash cycle.
  • Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.**
  • Use a paper towel soaked with several drops of Lemon oil to sanitize bathroom fixtures.
  • Place a drop of Lemon oil on cold sores, herpes or other mouth ulcers to lessen pain and aid in healing.**
  • Put a drop of Lemon oil on bleeding gums caused by gingivitis or tooth extraction.
  • Put a drop of Lemon oil on oily skin or acne to balance sebaceous glands (oil glands).**
  • Rub several drops of Lemon oil on cellulite to improve circulation and help eliminate waste from the cells.**
  • Rub two drops of Lemon oil topically to clear athlete’s foot.**
  • Rub several drops of Lemon oil on varicose veins to improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.**
  • Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a wart morning and night until it disappears.**
  • Rub a drop of Lemon oil to clean a butcher’s block or other cutting surfaces.
  • Put 10-15 drops of Lemon oil in each gallon of carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains and brighten the rug. This also leaves a fresh smell in the room.

** All citrus essential oils can cause photosensitivity when applied topically to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight. Allow 24 hours for before exposing skin to diecrt sun.

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