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Mountain Savory (Satureja montana) a member of the mint (Lamiaceae) family is a dwarf woody evergreen perennial 16 inch shrub that spreads to about 8-12 inches, with whirls of tiny lavender-white colored flowers which bloom in summer. The leaves are small lance shaped dark green and very aromatic. About 30 species belong to this genus.

Perfuming dry hillsides in it’s native Mediterranean habitat winter savory prefers loose poor soil conditions, sunny, dry/well drained locations and is a hardy perennial in zones 5-8, unlike it’s relative summer savory (Satureja hortensis) which is an annual. Mountain savory branches profusely from the ground up and produces lanceolate, pointed leaves on more or less hairy stems.

Cutting the tops (growing tips) of mountain savory several times throughout the growing season will produce a more bushy plant in the herb garden. Plants can become woody after 2-3 years. To propagate, start by taking cuttings from the best plants in the garden, taken during the summer, or by dividing your best plants in early spring.

I personally do not distill my own essential oils as it takes far more of the plant material than any average garden can grow. Still I enjoy growing my favorite herbs because I like to see live plants and use the medicinal species for minor flavoring or concoctions. When I want good and fast relief from an ailment, I always turn to my essential oils. Read How Dried Herbs Compare to Essential Oils

One of my favorite uses including mountain savory is when I want a strong antibiotic action. This is one essential oil that I always have extra of in my First Aid Kit. For this I use: Read the rest of this entry »

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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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Cinnamon Essential Oil as a Pesticide in Mosquito Larvae Control

July 7, 2010 in Application, Best Essential Oils, Buy / Purchase, Education, Gardening, Green, How do I use, Insect Pests / Repellant, Make My Own, Natural, News, Parasites, Quality / Pure, Science, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Using Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

I love powdered cinnamon and therapeutic Cinnamon Bark essential oil from Young Living Essential Oils, which is one of my favorites. It’s especially nice in blends, such as the very popular Thieves essential oil blend. In the study below it was found that cinnamon ‘leaf’ oil from the species Cinnamomum osmophloeum has simplar properties as Cinnamomum cassia, which has a Trans-cinnamaldehyde content of 70-88 percent. Cinnamon Bark Cinnamomum verum has a trans-cinnamaldehyde content of 40-50 percent and a Eugenol content of 20-30 percent.

This is all worth noting because all aromatherapy oils labeled ‘Cinnamon’ rarely come from any of the species mentioned above – and – even more rarely are they distilled properly from the ‘bark’ – this makes a huge difference in the results, whether used to kill insect pests, killing micro-organisms, or in healing. See my previous article, Does Your Cinnamon Bark and Benefit?

When I read a study with findings like this there are things I would want the reader to know before making any attempt to kill insect pests, the environment, or using the essential oil with humans. First, Cinnamon Bark essential oil is considered a ‘hot’ essential oil; meaning it’s spicy and could irritate skin when used topically, it could also irritate mucous membranes when inhaled if it’s diffused alone for long periods of time, and should always be diluted. Environmentally speaking, any superior quality essential oil could damage plants, beneficial insects, fish, frogs/toads – so always be extremely mindful not to use large amounts and make sure to only target the pest and not something we value to get the best results.

Always remember… ‘one’ drop of a superior quality essential oil is many times more powerful than a large bottle of a lesser quality essential oil! Read the rest of this entry »

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Bed Bugs Be Gone

February 28, 2010 in Alternative Therapies, Blends, Chemicals / Toxic, Eucalyptus, Gary Young, Green, Insect Pests / Repellant, Laundry, Natural Household / Cleaning, Palo Santo, Parasites, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Thieves by Jonell Elder | No comments

Bed bugs are escalating because of global travel; the increase of homeless and underground communities; the popularity of “Flea” markets and 2nd-hand store merchandise. The escalation of bed bugs is alarming and people should be aware of the problem, how difficult it is to be rid of them, yet not be too discouraged, because there are natural, safe, chemical free ways to have those bed bugs be gone.

If you’re traveling or you’ve just recently purchased some used furniture, it’s a good idea to do an inspection for any mature bed bugs. Bed bugs tend to be found in dwellings that are frequently used, like motels, hotels, apartments, dorms, care facilities, and most especially used furniture.

If you think you’re being bitten, it’s best to do a search of your home for these pests. Bedding, clothes hampers, throw rugs, pillows and furniture are probably the first places you’ll want to search for bed bugs.

Vacuuming the mattress, using the “Bed Bug Spray” mentioned below, and applying a seal-able cover over the mattress should be sufficient. Meanwhile, all clothes, linens, and bedding should be washed in HOT water, and the surrounding area vacuumed thoroughly.

Make sure that you dry the sheets and clothes in the dryer and not on a clothes line, as it is the long time in the dryer, not the washing machine, that will really ensure the bed bugs are dead.

Essential oil lovers prefer the Eco-friendly approach, and research shows that tree oils work best against parasites and menacing insects. Gary Young touts the praises of Palo Santo oil as the first choice for insect repellent. Palo Santo comes from an Ecuadoran tree which develops a resin to protect against infestation and it is from that resin that Young Living distills the Palo Santo oil.

Eucalyptus has been used historically for bed bugs, and Eucalyptus Blue is the first anti-viral Eucalyptus Oil . Native American Indians relied on pine needles and Cedarwood chips in their mattresses to ward off ticks and fleas.

Young Living essential oils are the essential oils that are being recommended for the following suggestions, as these essential oils are high quality therapeutic-grade essential oils. Read more on quality of oils.

Bed Bug Spray

10 drops of Palo Santo
6 drops of Eucalyptus Blue
5 drops of Cedarwood

Combine with 4 oz. Distilled Water in a dark glass Spritzer bottle.

Mattress Sachets

To go after nesting eggs, combine Cornstarch or Baking Soda in Cotton Tea bags with:

Palo Santo
Eucalyptus Blue
Cedarwood

Place bags on underside of mattress.

Washing Bed Linens:

Thieves Household Cleaner
Purification Oil Blend

2-4 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner for a medium to large load.
4-6 drops of Purification oil blend.

Bug Bites:

Lavender
Purification Oil Blend

Apply 1 drop of either oil to the bug bites.

Diffuse:

Palo Santo
Eucalyptus Blue
Cedarwood

In a cold air diffuser, fill the reservoir with 10-15 drops of either, Palo Santo, Eucalyptus Blue or Cedarwood.

Spray on Bed Between Linen Changes: Thieves Spray

Palo Santo Oil: Palo Santo (Bursera graveolens) comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense, although it is found in South America rather than the Middle East. Like frankincense, Palo Santo is known as a spiritual oil, traditionally used by the Incas to purify and cleanse the spirit from negative energies. Even its Spanish name reflects how highly this oil is regarded: Palo Santo means “holy wood” or “sacred wood.” The resin forms only after the tree is down for 5 years, and this resin from which the oil is extracted, protects the tree from various parasites.*

Eucalyptus Blue Oil: Eucalyptus Blue has a fresh, invigorating aroma that supports normal breathing and soothes tense muscles. This essential oil is grown and harvested in Ecuador. This is the first form of Eucalyptus that is also anti-viral. This essential oil contains high levels of the powerful constituents eucalyptol and alpha-pinene, and follows in the same tradition as a repellent to insects.*

Cedarwood Oil: Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) has a warm, balsamic, woody aroma. It is relaxing and soothing when used for massage, and has long been used as a beneficial ingredient in cosmetic preparations for oily skin.*

Purification® Oil Blend: Purification® is a powerful blend of Therapeutic Grade A Melaleuca (Tea Tree oil); Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Lavandin and Myrtle essential oils. Purification® can be used directly on the skin to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes. When diffused, it helps to purify and cleanse the air from environmental impurities including cigarette smoke and other disagreeable odors.*

Thieves Household Cleaner: Experience the wonder of Thieves® Household Cleaner, as tough stains and problem areas in your home become simple and easy to clean without using harsh or abrasive chemicals. Thieves Essential Oil is legendary as was proven at Weber State University to exhibit a kill rate of 99.96% against all airborne bacteria including MRSA, Staph, Strep, e-Coli and Toxic Black Mold. While bacteria can be dangerous, some industrial cleaners on the market pose an even larger threat to your health. Thieves Household Cleaner is a safe all-purpose “green” concentrate that can be used in every room in your home, without the harsh chemicals. Dilution ratios are listed on the label for your convenience.

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Having to deal with elimination of bed bugs can be a trying experience and if you are dealing with a large infestation, you may have to call in professionals. I hope that anyone reading this article will have success in getting rid of bed bugs, using natural ways, rather then chemicals that could be harmful to be around. Best of luck to you, and here’s to success in having a bed bug free environment. And remember if you are traveling to take along the Bed Bug Spray and spray down the bed and bedding. Sure as heck won’t hurt and hopefully you will never have to deal with bed bugs.

If you would like to contact me with any questions, if I can help you with your order, or if you would like other essential oil tips, please contact me.

* 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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The Importance of a Body Detox Part III, Detoxing, Essential Oils, and Fasting

September 15, 2009 in Alkalize / AlkaLime, Allergies, Cleansing, Detox, Essential Oil Supplements, Parasites, Supplements / Vitamins, Weight Loss, Yeast / Fungus, Young Living Distributor by Tammy Baile | No comments

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I am always amazed after I am done with a detoxing fast and feel so good, because it is then when I realize exactly how badly I was feeling before! I suspect many people don’t know how bad they are feeling and how much better they can feel. Things like clarity of mind and skin improve, sometimes little health problems vanish, and the thing I find interesting is the eyes. During a detox and especially a detox fast, your eyes may change colors! Blue eyes will often times become more clear and blue, some brown eyes will become hazel, and hazel eyes often start looking very dark blue! The eyes are a window into the body, and if you have ever been to an iridologist you know they can tell you things that are going on throughout your body before you even tell them. Iridologist’s know that murky browns in many eyes is a sign of toxins in the body, and interestingly enough people who are constipated usually have very brown centers close to the pupil of the eye, and after correcting the problem with cleansing this often clears up showing the true eye color.

The purpose of fasting is so that the body can rest from digesting food, and focus it’s energy on eliminating toxins and healing the body. In the book Essential Oils Desk Reference “An extremely important benefit of fasting is the elimination of toxins. By minimizing the work our digestive system must do, we allow it to repair itself and clean up stored toxins.” They go on to say “Exercise makes fasting work better, particularly if one is trying to lose weight.” According to M.D. Elson M. Haas, “Fasting clearly improves motivation and creative energy; it also enhances health and vitality and lets many of the body systems rest.” Read the rest of this entry »

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The Importance of a Body Detox

September 10, 2009 in Biblical Oils, Body Lotion, Chemicals / Toxic, Cleansing, Detox, Digestion, Immune System, Lifestyle, Mind / Body / Soul, Muscle Tension / Fatigue, Parasites, Weight Loss, Yeast / Fungus, Young Living Distributor by Tammy Baile | 1 comment

In learning about alternative medicine, we are taught that the main concepts to facilitate greater health are quite simple; they are to create a lifestyle of cleansing and nourishing the body. The first step in this process is to cleanse or “detox”, and essential oils (only therapeutic grade) are proving themselves to be an invaluable asset to this process. Detoxing (also known as internal cleansing) is not a new concept. The Biblical account of Queen Esther teaches of how she went through a year of detoxification “purification” using herbs such as myrrh before she wedded King Ahasuerus! Those who are grandparents vividly remember the “Spring Tonics” and other home remedies they had to choke down when they were children, and those of us who are not grandparents remember our grandparents talking about them! These old fashioned “Spring Tonics” unfortunately have all but been forgotten now! One of the reasons people don’t detox anymore is because it has practically become a forgotten art and those who know about it do not realize the need for it.

Alas, when you consider the following, it becomes clear that there may be more need for detoxes then ever before! Did you know that health authorities teach that cleansing should not be just a once or twice a year event, but that it should be continuous? Dr. Richard Schulze taught that little things such as minor constipation for just one day can begin to contaminate the body and create a breeding ground for parasites, not to mention that the contents begin to rot and contaminate the entire body and also create a yeast/fungus overgrowth. The School of Natural Healing out of Utah teaches that when toxins begin to build up in the body, they can then find their way to the weakest areas of the body. For example, if somebody has weak kidneys or liver due to unhealthy lifestyle choices, or because of a genetic predisposition this is where the toxins will store up and they will further weaken these area’s. According to the Merck Manual of Medical Information, the blood has the capability’s of cleansing virus’s, bacteria, fungi, and other poisons. We must then ask ourselves, why hasn’t it been doing what they say it is capable of?

The problem is that so many peoples bodies are on overload already and the immune system cannot keep up. Today we are faced with more petrochemicals and toxins then our great grandparents ever were. Toxic/dangerous petrochemicals are found in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, the household cleaning agents used in our work environment’s that further degrade the air, the body/skin care products used that are absorbed by the skin (I maintain that since the skin absorbs everything into the body that you really shouldn’t put anything on it you wouldn’t eat) and the list goes on of where we pick up toxins, not to mention that our bodies themselves create some just by normal cell turnover. When you consider all the above it is scary to think of how many of us have never detoxified our bodies! According to health practitioner’s some signs that a body may need cleansing include, loss of appetite, feeling sluggish or fatigued, constipation (of course!), the presence of disease, allergies, and skin problems to name a few.

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