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Chris Packer, a Young Living farm manager, with Gary Young checking the worm grow beds to see the growth rate; the finished worm castings are mixed with compost for fertilizer and foliage feed for the plants grown on the Young Living farms, the plants that produce essential oils for us. This is just one  sustainable and organic practice that makes Young Living a top quality organic operation.Young Living Farm Worm Casting Beds

Why something like worm beds and other practices are important to know is because over our lifetime what we do today greatly determines our health in the future, which can save money in health care costs. First, we need to know the nuts and bolts, what has changed, what’s being done, and what we can do about it. Here are some examples that can help us make better choices in selecting which company(s) produce foods and products that we can feel good about buying. Let’s start with something Dr. Mercola writes to bring things into perspective:

Dr. Mercola writes;

“[one example] is Stonyfield Farm yogurt, which abandoned its organic farm in New Hampshire long ago and now gets its milk in powdered form. Yes, you read that correctly:

Powdered milk exported from 9,000 miles away in New Zealand.

You can bet your bottom dollar making powder out of milk is one of the worst things you can to do to it after pasteurization. Nearly all of the biologic value of the milk is removed.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Life 5 dietary supplementAn article in the New York Times states that, “Colic is one of the most prevalent conditions of infancy: about 20 percent of all babies suffer the inconsolable bouts of crying that characterize it. Yet no one really understands what makes a baby colicky. Scientists have investigated a number of causes — allergies, hormones in milk, even stress in the womb. But some now think it may stem from inflammation in the gut, perhaps a result of too many harmful bacteria and not enough beneficial ones.”

Citing a 2009 study where the objective was to explore whether gut inflammation, colonic fermentation, and/or an altered colonic flora could provide a pathophysiological mechanism for colic. Scientists found that

during 24 hours, infants with colic (n = 19) cried and fussed for a mean of 314 +/- 36 (SEM) minutes, compared with control infants (n = 17, 103 +/- 17 minutes). Fecal calprotectin levels were 2-fold higher in infants with colic than in control infants (413 +/- 71 vs 197 +/- 46 microg/g, P = .042). Stools of infants with colic had fewer identifiable bands on denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis. Klebsiella species were detected in more colic patients than in control patients (8 vs 1, P = .02), whereas Enterobacter/Pantoea species were detected only in the control patients. These differences could not be attributed to differences in formula versus breast milk feeding, consumption of elemental formula, or exposure to antibiotics.

Their Conclusion: Infants with colic, a condition previously believed to be nonorganic in nature, have evidence of intestinal neutrophilic infiltration and a less diverse fecal microflora.

In two other studies, 2007 and 2010, they also found that babies who had probiotics in their guts

had no inflammation and a greater diversity of beneficial bacteria.

“Gut microbiota changes induced by the probiotic could be involved in the observed clinical improvement,” the researchers wrote. Still, experts say they would like to see more studies.

The Bottom Line

There is evidence that probiotics may help relieve colic.

Young Living’s Life 5™ dietary supplement contains five probiotic strains, including two super strains. Life 5 is by far the best probiotic I have ever taken, I highly recommend it over any other brand!

Life 5™ is a high-potency probiotic representing the culmination of years of extensive research. Life 5 builds and restores core intestinal health by providing five clinically proven probiotic strains including two advanced super strains to enhance intestinal health, sustain energy and improve immunity. Life 5 contains 8 billion active cultures and improves colonization up to 10 times.

Even if you don’t have kids or colicky babies Life 5 is an excellent choice for overall wellness for adults.

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Omega Blue (mercury-free fish oil supplement)Young Living, the world leader in essential oils, recently made a large donation of Omega Blue™ supplement to The Heritage School, a residential treatment center for at-risk adolescents. The donation will provide a year’s supply of the supplement to the school’s entire student body and is valued at more than $20,000. The school’s staff is already attributing improved behavior among the students to Omega Blue.

The omega-3 fatty acids found in Omega Blue—along with a proprietary blend of essential oils—support healthy cardiovascular and brain function. Omega-3s are also believed to stabilize mood and have a positive impact on depression.

I’m not at all surprised that the school is seeing vast improvement, it’s long been known that fish oil has dramatic affects on our brain’s chemistry and produces amazing results in emotional and physical health. I have always been a big fan of Young Living’s Omega Blue and highly recommend it! Omega Blue Fact Sheet.

Debbie Hamilton, director of health services at The Heritage School said…

“We have had a very encouraging response to Omega Blue. The quality of the product was recognized immediately by students, parents and staff members. We know that Omega Blue is a major contributing factor to the behavioral improvement we are seeing in many of our kids. Young Living’s generosity toward our school is greatly appreciated.”

The Heritage School is located in Provo, Utah, and offers a variety of therapy programs customized to fit the needs of each of its students. At-risk adolescents spend an average of 14 months at the school and then graduate equipped with the social and psychological tools they need to lead happy, productive lives.

“We are proud to be able to donate our products to an organization that does as much good as The Heritage School,” says Young Living CEO Doug Nelson. “Its mission of improving lives resonates with us, and it is a privilege to assist them in transforming the mental and physical health of their students.”

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Cinnamon Bark Essential OilAn analysis of eight studies investigating the effects of cinnamon bark on fasting blood glucose (FBG) has yielded very positive results. The studies, which came from sources such as Biosis, PubMed and the American Diabetes Association, demonstrate a link between cinnamon supplementation and significantly lowered FBG levels.

Elevated FBG levels are believed to contribute to the onset of type 2 diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that there are nearly 26 million diabetics in the United States alone, and the disease is the seventh leading cause of death in the country. Click here to read more about the meta-analysis of the studies.

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Excerpt from the study:

Meta-analysis Demonstrates that Cinnamon Lowers Fasting Blood Glucose

Davis PA, Yokoyama W. Cinnamon intake lowers fasting blood glucose: meta-analysis. J Med Food. April 2011; [epub ahead of print]. doi:10.1089/jmf.2010.0180.

“Cinnamon (Cinnamomum spp.) bark has been used around the world as a spice and also in traditional Chinese medicine. Cinnamon bark contains a high amount of the broadly bioactive and antioxidant compounds known as procyanidins. Cinnamon preparations have been well-studied for their ability to lower fasting blood glucose (FBG) concentrations and for its impacts on insulin concentrations and signaling, both important metabolic parameters in the assessment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Previous meta-analyses conducted on this research have concluded that such research is inconclusive or reported no significant effects; however, since these meta-analyses were published, 3 new clinical studies with large populations and/or long treatment periods have been completed. As a result, this paper consists of a meta-analysis of the effect of cinnamon on FBG including the new papers.

To obtain studies, the search terms used were “cinnamon” and “glucose” in addition to related words. Databases searched included Biosis, PubMed, and 2010 abstracts for the American Diabetes Association and the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology. The authors included randomized, placebo-controlled studies that reported results of long-term use of cinnamon bark powder or cinnamon bark extract on FBG.

The results of the meta-analysis show that cinnamon and cinnamon extract supplementation significantly lowered FBG (-0.49 ± 0.2 mmol/L [8.77 ± 3.52 mg/dL], P=0.025, n=8). Cinnamon extract alone also significantly lowered FBG (-0.48 ± 0.17 mmol/L [8.7 ± 3.10 mg/dL], P=0.008, n=5). Funnel plot analysis revealed only limited publication bias.

The authors conclude that, “The results of [this] meta-analysis show that the intake of cinnamon/cinnamon extract by type 2 diabetics or prediabetics does lower their blood glucose significantly, albeit modestly.” Although the hypoglycemic activity of cinnamon is comparable with metformin, the conventional pharmaceutical drug frequently prescribed for patients with T2DM), more mechanistic work is needed to definitively use cinnamon alongside this drug for diabetes therapy. Furthermore, no distinction was made concerning the type of extracts used in the studies. Water extracts may be preferable since they exclude nonpolar compounds with known toxicity (the newly included studies used a water extract of cinnamon).” ~ Amy C. Keller, PhD

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Lavender Essential OilResearchers in Germany have conducted a controlled study investigating the effects of lavender essential oil on anxiety disorders. Lavender has long been regarded for its soothing and balancing properties.

At the end of the ten-week study, the authors concluded that lavender significantly reduced the Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA) scores of patients who were treated with the essential oil and not a placebo.

Effectiveness of a Lavender Oil Preparation in Treating Anxiety Disorder

Kasper S, Gastpar M, Müller WE, et al. Silexan, an orally administered Lavandula oil preparation, is effective in the treatment of ‘subsyndromal’ anxiety disorder: a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled trial. Int Clin Psychopharmacol. 2010;25(5):277-287.

Excerpts:

“According to the authors, all clinical trials published to date that evaluated lavender as a treatment for anxiety were performed in highly specific patient populations (e.g., patients with a terminal illness, in intensive care, or who have situation provoked anxiety), and many of the studies were methodologically flawed. Hence, the purpose of this randomized, double-blind, placebo- controlled multicenter study was to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of an oral preparation of lavender essential oil.”

“At 10 weeks, the lavender group had a significant reduction in HAMA score compared with baseline (P < 0.001), but the placebo group did not. The lavender-treated patients had a total mean score decrease of 16.0 ± 8.3 points (59.3%) for the HAMA. In contrast, the placebo-treated patients had a decrease of 9.5 ± 9.1 points (35.4%) on HAMA. The anxiolytic effect of lavender was clinically detectable after 2 weeks of treatment and was statistically significant at week 4 and all later visits (P < 0.05). Extrapolating the HAMA total score time course beyond 10 weeks suggests that additional improvements might occur if treatment were to be continued beyond 10 weeks. Lavender treatment was superior to placebo regarding the percentage of responders (76.9% vs. 49.1%, P < 0.001) and remitters (60.6% vs. 42.6%, P = 0.009).

Sleep disturbances frequently accompany anxiety disorders. The lavender treatment had a significant beneficial influence on the patients’ duration and quality of sleep and reduced their daytime tiredness. The lavender-treated patients had a total mean score decrease of 5.5 ± 4.4 points (44.7%) on the PSQI, whereas the placebo-treated patients had a decrease of 3.8 ± 4.1 points (30.9%). The sleep improvement was detectable after 2 weeks of treatment and became statistically significant after 6 weeks of treatment (P ≤ 0.01).”

Click here to read more about the study.

In another study, lavender and orange essential oils combined and diffused reduced anxiety and stress in women at dentist office’s, read more.

Other Uses for Lavender Oil: 12 Quick Tips

In Love with Lavender by Gary Young

Working with Emotions: Your Shadow & Aromatherapy an eBook by Evelyn Vincent and David Zarza C.Ht.

Note: Unlike most other brands of aromatherapy essential oils Young Living’s essential oils are therapeutic-grade and those essential oils which are derived from edible plants are safe for ingestion (oral supplementation).

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Researchers at Vanderbilt University have conducted a study investigating the effects of grapefruit on weight loss when the fruit is consumed as a “preload” before a meal. Grapefruit was selected for the study because of its reputation for facilitating weight loss.

The study revealed that grapefruit, whether consumed in a solid or liquid form, demonstrated a measurable weight loss effect in participants, as well as providing other benefits. Click here to read more about the study.

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In the fifth annual list spotlights America’s 5,000 fastest-growing companies Young Living ranks 342. The Young Living company profile on the Inc. magazine website can be found here.Inc. 5000

SALT LAKE CITY—September 8, 2011—Young Living Essential Oils has been featured on the Inc. 5000 list in recognition of the company’s rapid growth during the last several years. The Inc. 5000, which is released annually by Inc. magazine, is an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. Young Living achieved an impressive average growth rate of 37 percent between 2007 and 2010.

Under the leadership of founder D. Gary Young, Young Living has become the world leader in essential oils, currently operating seven farms and six distilleries on four continents. The company’s network of nearly 200,000 distributors shares the benefits of Young Living’s products and wellness-improving lifestyle with a global audience.

“We are honored to be included on this prestigious list,” says Young Living CEO Doug Nelson. “Our outstanding growth over the last few years is a testament to the vision of our founder, the power of our products and the quality of our people. We look forward to being featured on the Inc. 5000 list again and again.”

The companies on this year’s list report having created 350,000 jobs in the past three years. Total revenue among the honorees reached $366 billion, an increase of 14 percent from the 2010 Inc. 5000 list.

“Now, more than ever, we depend on Inc. 500/5000 companies to spur innovation, provide jobs and drive the economy forward. Growth companies, not large corporations, are where the action is,” says Inc. magazine Editor Jane Berentson.

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Autoship is system whereby a company rewards loyal customers with lower prices. Many companies make use of it to provide a constant stream of product to their customers. It is used mostly by companies that sell consumables, however, some companies that do not sell consumables use it as well.

It comes in many guises. Young Living has an autoship program. Time magazine has an autoship program. The Wall Street Journal has an autoship program. Anything you have delivered on a regular basis is an autoship program. A book of the month club, the cheese of the month club and others like them are autoship programs. Even your home delivered newspaper can be an autoship program. Some of the names are autoship, continuity, home delivery, club and others.

Companies such as Guthy-Renker (having products like Wen by Chaz Dean, Principle Secret by Victoria Principle, Natural Advantage by Jane Seymore and others) and Young Living excel at the autoship program. The important thing is to understand how the program works and to use it to your benefit.

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The benefits of autoship are many and varied, but they all have the same basics. Read the rest of this entry »

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