Intro to Young Living

Hello all my lovely readers... yes I know, I am still a bad blogger.  I know in my last post I said I was going to blog more often and then haven't.  My only excuse is that I have a lot of things in the works.  I am working on some classes that people can download and watch any time.  I have been working on finding a space to do Reiki (fingers still crossed that Mary calls me back), and I have been working somewhat weird hours for me.  Those are my excuses and deal with it! ;)  Today I am uploading an Intro to Young Living presentation I did.  I think it glances over all the things people want to know in an under 20 minute presentation.  If you are interested in ordering directly through the company after you watch the presentation please go to www.youngliving.com  click on your country, then in the right hand corner choose member sign up.  My number is 1310759 which you will need no matter what option you choose.

Have questions? Feel free to comment below, or e-mail me at ki_wellness@yahoo.com

EO Spotlight: Thieves Blend

Hello and good morning my lovely friends.  Today we are moving on to the next oil in our journey through the Everyday Oils Kit from Young Living.  Today is all about Thieves.  This blend is amazing and one of the most popular oils from YL.  It's so amazing in fact that there is a whole line devoted to Thieves.  You can get toothpaste, household cleaner, mouthwash, throat lozenges, the list goes on.  Let's just talk about the Essential Oil Blend.

This blend was created from research based on legends about a group of 15th century thieves who rubbed oils on themselves to avoid contracting the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead and dying.  When apprehended, the thieves were forced to tell what their secret was and disclosed the formula of the herbs, spices, and oils they used to protect themselves in exchange for more lenient punishment.

Studies conducted at Weber State University during 1997 demonstrated the killing power of these amazing oils against airborne microorganisms.  One analysis showed a 90 percent reduction in the number of gram positive Micrococcus Luteus organisms after diffusing for 12 minutes.  After 20 minutes of diffusing, the kill-rate jumped to 99.3 percent.  Another study against the gram negative Pseudomonas aruginosa showed a kill rate of 99.96 percent after just 12 minutes of diffusion.

Ingredients:

Clove: is one of the most antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-infectious of all essential oils.

Lemon: has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that amplify immunity.  It promotes circulation, leukocyte formation, and lymphatic function.

Cinnamon Bark: is one of the most powerful antiseptics known and is strongly antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal.

Eucalyptus: is anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory

Rosemary: is antiseptic and antimicrobial.  It is high in cineole-a key ingredient in antiseptic drugs.

Application:

1. Diffuse for 15 minutes every 3 to 4 hours. 
2. Apply neat to bottom of feet
3. Dilute 1:15 and massage over thymus
4. For headaches put 1 drop on tongue and push against roof of mouth
5. Dilute 1:15  for body massage
6. Put 4-6 drops on cotton balls or tissues and put in or on vents
7. Add 2 drops to a wet cloth and put in clothes dryer

This is one of the secrets to my families health.  My husband and I both work with people and get exposed to germs constantly.  We put Thieves on the bottom of our feet every morning.  This has led us to vary rarely getting sick.  

If you are interested in purchasing Thieves you can do it in a couple of ways.  

1. You can order through my bulk order on the 15th of every month or direct through Young Living.  This is done as a customer and would cost you $41.78 for a 15ml bottle or $151.32 if you purchase the Everyday Oils Kit.  If you want to diffuse this oil to kill those airborne germs the home diffuser would cost you $98.68
2. You can become an Independent Distributor.  Purchase the Start Living with Everyday Oils Kit for $150.00.  This will also give you a $40 off coupon for a diffuser which would only cost you $35.00 once you applied the coupon.  If you are already a distributor you can get Thieves for $31.75.

Regardless if you want to be a customer or a distributor you will need a member number to order through Young Living.  You will want to put in 1310759 to sign up.  I hope everyone has a beautiful Monday.

Blessings,

Amber K

EO Spotlight: Peppermint

I know I missed last week with the EO spotlight!  With the craziness of our life and it was a holiday it was all a little crazy and I had no energy.  But no worries, we are all back on track.  So here is the next oil in our adventure through the Everyday Oils Kit from Young Living.  This is one of my favorite oils and I would say we use it at least once if not multiple times a day.

Peppermint (Mentha Piperita)

Botanical Name: Lamiaceae or Labiatae (mint)

Plant Origin: North America, Mediterranean area, Great Britain

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves and stems

Historical Data:  Reputed to be part of the "Marseilles Vinegar" or "Four Thieves Vinegar" used by grave robbing bandits to protect themselves during the 15th century plague.  A highly regarded digestive stimulant.  Jean Valnet, MD, used peppermint to treat liver and respiratory diseases.

Medicinal Properties:  Anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic (worms), antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, gallbladder/digestive stimulant, pain relieving, curbs appetite

Uses: Rheumatism/arthritis, respiratory infections (pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc), obesity, viral infections (herpes simplex, herpes zoster, cold sores, human papilloma virus, etc), fungal infections/Candida, digestive problems, headaches, nausea, skin conditions (itchy skin, varicose veins, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis), scoliosis/lumbargo/back problems

Fragrant Influences: Purifying, stimulating, increase mental accuracy, curb appetite, headache pain reduction.

Application (Dilute 2:1):

1. Apply 1-2 drops on location (abdomen, temples)
2. Apply on chakras or Vita Flex points
3. Inhale directly
4. Diffuse
5. Take as a dietary supplement

How We Use It:

1. First Aid: We use peppermint to help eliminate headaches, muscle aches, and back aches by applying topically to the area.
2. We add a drop to tea or water when we have an upset stomach or digestive issues.  We also rub 1-2 diluted drops on the abdomen and stomach area
3. We diffuse or inhale from the bottle when we need some more energy/help concentrating and/or to help eliminate nausea

Interested in getting the Everyday Oils Kit?  You can by clicking here to sign up for an account use member #1310759

The kit is $150.00 either as a distributor or as a customer. 

Want just Peppermint?  

A 15ml bottle is $25.99 (a 15 ml bottle has roughly 250 drops inside) retail or $19.75 for distributors.

What is the difference of a distributor and customer?  Purchasing the kit as a distributor opens a wholesale account with Young Living.  This gives you 24% off any additional purchases as long as you order $50.00 per year.  You are not required to sell anything.

A customer pays retail pricing but will get special emails with each months deals and news.

If you have questions please do not hesitate to comment on this post, email me, or call me.

Providing a key to your wellness,

Amber

EO Spotlight: Lavender

I've decided every Monday I am going to spotlight 1 oil in the Everyday Oils Kit from Young Living.  This kit is my favorite kit because it comes with 9 of the most popular oils from Young Living.  It is great for those who are just starting to get into using essential oils in their life or for those who want to just get the favorites.  Today we are going to spotlight:

Lavender

(Lacandula Angustifolia)

Botanical Family: Lamiacea or Labiatae (Mint)

Plant Origin: Utah, Idaho, France

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from flowering top

Historical Data: The French scientist Rene Gattafosse was the first to discover lavender's ability to promote tissue regeneration and speed wound healing when he severely burned his arm in a laboratory accident.  Today, lavender is one of the few essential oils to still be listed in the British Pharmacopoeia.

Medical Properties: Antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic, antiumoral, anticonvulsant, vasodilating, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, reduces blood fat/cholesterol, combats excess bebum on skin

Uses: Respiratory infections, high blood pressure, ateriosclerosis, menstrual problems/PMS, skin conditions (perineal repair, acne, eczema, psoriasis, scarring, stretch marks), burns, hair loss, insomnia, nervous tension

Fragrant Influence:  Calming, relaxing, and balancing both physically and emotionally, improves mental accuracy, concentration

Application: 

1. Apply 2-4 drops on location (does not need to be deluded)

2. Apply on chakras and/or Vita Flex points

3. Inhale directly

4. Diffuse

5. take as a dietary supplement (this is for Young Living's essential oil only)

How we use it:

Here are just some of the ways we use this essential oil in our household:

1. First Aid:  This oil is great for scrapes, cuts, burns, headaches, and menstrual aches.
2. The antibacterial properties are great for general cuts and scrapes.  We put 1 drop on the area, gently rub it in then apply a band-aid.
3. When we are sunburned or if we get burn from the campfire, cooking, etc lavender helps regenerate the tissue effected, it also cools and soothes the burn.
4. Headaches can often be minimized with this oils calming and anti-inflammatory properties.  Just a drop or two on your hand and massaged at the temples and the back of the head work wonders.
5. We also put it on the bottom of our feet at night to aid in relaxation to help us sleep.  Lavender can be used in so many ways that you really can't go wrong with this one.  When it doubt reach for the lavender.

Interested in getting the Everyday Oils Kit?  You can by clicking here to sign up for an account use member #1310759

The kit is $150.00 either as a distributor or as a customer.

Want just Lavender?  

A 15ml bottle is $28.62 (a 15 ml bottle has roughly 250 drops inside) retail or $21.75 for distributors.

What is the difference of a distributor and customer?  Purchasing the kit as a distributor opens a wholesale account with Young Living.  This gives you 24% off any additional purchases as long as you order $50.00 per year.  You are not required to sell anything.

A customer pays retail pricing but will get special emails with each months deals and news.

If you have questions please do not hesitate to comment on this post, email me, or call me.

Providing a key to your wellness,

Amber