Ah… the scents of Home Sweet Home
Posted by msterilinn on May 10, 2008
Truly, one of the most important features of my home are the scents. To fully enjoy our place of sanctuary to it’s greatest potential, we must fully embrace the beauty which touches our senses… all of our senses. In order to accomplish such a sweet and wonderful balance we must consider not only that which brings pleasure to our visual senses, yet we should be aware of how important our sense of smell is when it comes to feeling at peace with our surroundings. Aromatherapy has been one of the greatest healers of our spirits as well as our bodies since ancient times.
Having mentioned how essential it is to our well-being to surround ourselves with the harmony of beautiful objects and accomodations, in balance with the scents which tantalize our senses, I would like to bring a totally cool contest which is going on with Renuzit. It is called Renuzit TriScents Transform Your Home with Tanya Memme. You can visit the site and check out the semi-finalist gallery and vote for your favourite submission. You may enter one vote per day up until June 7th. The winner with the most votes will receive a $20,000 home makeover with Tayna Memme! Now that is quite an exciting prize for a very lucky winner.
I have already looked through all of the submissions. They all look pretty good, and a few really stand out in my mind. Some of them are truly in need of this wonderful prize, so I do wish them all luck in realizing their dream. Yet I was quite impressed with one submission in particular. The little girl narrarating this video really touched a sweet spot in me, and having three new additions to the family all at once impressed me with just how busy this family will be for many years to come. Being a mother, and a grandmother as well, gives me an inside perspective of just what it takes to raise these little ones. And doing so in a home that is beautiful, safe, and full of wonderful scents to help cover all those other lovely scents babies love to create, will serve to help this family enjoy the experience in a more fulfilling way. I am certain they will have a lot to keep them busy, and will not need the added worry of remodelling their home all on their own. What a great gift this prize would be for them! And I truly must say, I give that little girl super kudos for doing such a wonderful job in telling her family’s story.
Please take a few moments to vote!
Let the Beauty of Nature shine through
Posted by msterilinn on Apr 30, 2008
It is so wonderful to discover all the bounties nature provides, from nutritious foods to give us optimum health, to roots and herbs created to heal our bodies when we are injured, in discomfort or suffering from dis-ease. We have been blessed with an added bonus from the thoughtful creator of thousands of organics and minerals which give us the ingredients for a special form of maintaining great health on the outside as well as within…
Natural Beauty Products. It only makes sense to care for ourselves on the outside with the same consideration of health consciousness as we give to the care of our bodies on the inside. Our skin is like a giant sponge, and by now we should understand there is a very good reason our ancestors relied so strongly upon Nature to provide everything we need in this aspect. I just love it when I find new places dedicated to natural beauty, and am especially impressed when I discover they never test on animals, as these are the only beauty products I will consider. Even though I have a good supply of home-made soaps and such, it is always fun to supplement this with delightful organics from different places around the world. Each of us is different in our own special way, and it is so sweet to be able to let the Beauty of Nature shine through.
Choosing the very Best in Nature
Posted by msterilinn on Apr 1, 2008
Shall we venture into one of my most favorite subjects surrounding natural health and aromatherapy? I can honestly say how healthy and alive I feel at the wonderful young age of 45, due to my passion of setting examples of a healthy lifestyle, so that those I encounter are encouraged to do the same. When it comes to vitamin nutrition, I am an avid student, striving to learn all I can to live a long, healthy and fruitful life.
Incorporating aromatherapy and finding the highest quality of essential oils to maintain physical, emotional and spiritual balance is essential. Those who know me, can attest to my love of the scent and many beneficial uses of my favourite herb, lavender.
Lavender Highland is an evergreen, woody shrub that grows about 3 feet high. It has pale green, narrow leaves and beautiful, violet-blue flowers. The entire plant is highly aromatic. Lavendula vera is also known as Lavendula officinalis and Lavendula angustifolia. All these names indicate a true lavender. The essential oil from a true lavender is prized for its ester content. (Esters provide a relaxing quality with a sweet aroma.) The best Lavender in the world, with the highest ester content, comes from the high-mountain region of Provence, France. This is Oshadhi’s Highland Lavender. No other Lavender compares to its exquisite aroma and unsurpassed therapeutic qualites for skin care, first aid, and stress.
Another favourite is Geranium Rose Organic. There are many species of Geranium and hundreds of varieties. Amongst them, there are a group that are used for their essential oil. The most common are Pelargonium graveolens, asperum, roseum, odorantisimum, and radens. Geranium is a perennial shrub with serrated leaves and small flowers, growing from one to three feet high. The entire plant is aromatic. As a group, the Geraniums have been ever-popular, once believed to be a great healing plant. The essential oil is one of the most versatile and seems to be particularly good for women.
As always, I am impressed with the selection of these great essential oils, along with organic skin and personal care, vitamins, minerals and much more, as can be found at Choice Nutritionals.
A rare find in the natural care of men’s skin
Posted by msterilinn on Mar 20, 2008
As a woman, I have found so many places that focus on our natural skin care. Some of these places offer a small selection of products for the males in our lives, almost as an afterthought. Yet is is rare that we find a place that has a focus solely on men’s skin care. I am not entirely certain why this is, and I suppose it never truly struck me until this moment how totally unfair to the masculine population this neglect is. I believe the males in my life would very much appreciate a greater selection and choice when it comes to caring for themselves in a good way. Trust me when I say this is something I am going to investigate further, and see for myself how my male friends and family feel about this. Our men deserve to be pampered and cared for just as much as women do, whether they will admit to it or not!
Alas, I will share a great place to start with a line of men’s skin care that left me a bit impressed to say the least. From shaving gels, creams and balms, to an absolutely delicious array of shampoos, conditioners and body essentials, with some wonderful natural ingredients designed to create an excellent array of choices for all types of male preferences… Anthony Logistics for Men is definately worth looking into.
Not only will you find some of natures finest ingredients, you will also find that a percentage of Anthony For Men proceeds is donated to charities in support of the fight against prostate cancer. One in six men are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in America, and is the most common non-skin cancer in America, with a new case diagnosed every three minutes. Every day, 101 men lose their lives to this disease. In the last decade alone, 350,000 men have died of prostate cancer. About an equal number of deaths were caused by Breast Cancer and this number represents more than three times the number of deaths from AIDS).
Well then, I am certainly willing to add Anthony Logistics for Men to my list of favourites and let people know what I think of a line of products with the male population in mind. Any thoughts and/or comments on this are most welcome!
Enjoy creating our own Natural Soaps and Balms
Posted by msterilinn on Mar 12, 2008
This would be so perfect! My daughter and I have been lucky to find some quite lovely natural and homemade soaps, lip and face balms, as well as bath salts through family giveaways during Ceremony. Yet we have seriously considered learning how to make our own. We have several family members who can teach us, and one thing I had wondered about was where to find the best place to purchase supplies.
And now I have found one such place! Elements Bath & Body soap making & toiletry supplies company was created in 2001, and is family owned. Some of the items they carry include waterproof vinyl labels, lip balm tubes, twist-up tubes, organza bags, beeswax, disposable pipettes, cloth bags, lavender buds and flax seed. When you’re formulating your own soap, body lotion, lip balm, bath salts, or perhaps a special flax seed pillow, it is wise to find a place with wholesale prices.
My daughter has especially dry lips, and we are always seeking natural balms to keep them moisturized. If we can make our own, with a nice supply of lip balm containers, we can make some for our own personal use, as well as stocking up as a great gift idea.
Imagine how much fun we can have creating our own natural bath soaps, lotions, balms, and herbal spritz’s with giveaways in mind as well. What a lovely idea!
May I have a spot of Organic Tea please?
Posted by msterilinn on Mar 12, 2008
There is nothing like a delicious and highly nutritious cup of tea. Amongst my favourite herbal delights, drinking tea has got to be my top form of consuming natures finest. Not only for the wonderful aroma, which brings it’s own pleasure, yet the feeling tea gives me when I truly need a few moments of relaxation. Of course I have my own personal preferences, which include the lovely flavors of peppermint, ginger, cinnamon, chamomile, lemon grass, tila flowers, catnip, and hops, just to name a few. My daughter also has her own favourite… Madagascar Vanilla Red, which is made with rooibos and vanilla bean.
My family knows that I am quite enthusiastic when I recieve tea gift baskets. This is a form of giving that shows how much one cares, as it is a gift meant to pamper the person recieving the gift.
So, whether tea is offered and consumed in the form of ceremony or for the simple pleasure, remember that special person with a wonderful and lovely selection of tea gift baskets available for our own choosing.
Fragrance and Essential Oils
Posted by msterilinn on Feb 13, 2008
Winter is a time when we enjoy the safe and warm comfort of staying inside our homes. It is the time of year when we may start to feel lethargic, depressed, or irritable. Even though winter brings special holidays that make us want to feel festive and optimistic and you can feel spring coming, we become affected by the lack of sunshine in our lives. To combat the winter blues, we love to surround ourselves with pleasant scents.
Essential oils may bring balance to our hearts and peace to our minds. They may help to cleanse, release, and balance our thoughts. Let the aromatherapy shine. Scent has a great effect on our emotions. Scientists are increasingly interested in the connection between fragrance and memory triggers in the limbic brain. They are also researching pheromones - fragrant substances that may influence physical attraction. Personal attraction or aversion is influenced by odor. Without the ability to smell, there would be very little attraction. Our body has special glands that produce a very personal perfume that changes according to our mood or state of health. Fragrance may create well-being or discomfort. If you have difficulty adapting to a new situation, or letting go of the past, a new fragrance may help create a fresh mood. It may help you change your attitude or find a new positive reaction. A pure essential oil will not create an aggressive feeling; rather it will have a positive, balancing effect.
We each have our own personal reaction to every scent. Smells, moods, and short and long term memories are all stored in the limbic part of our brain. Dangerous or negative odors set our subconscious in the awareness stage. Positive smells like our babies’ skin or our mothers’ fragrance will bring a pleasant reminder of a positive experience for decades.
Helping our body and psyche with scent has a history stretching back for many centuries. The very beginning of the practice of medicine has been connected with mythical rituals, magic, or religion. We may say that the history of scent began with incense burners and has continued through experience with aromas and essential oils up to the present day. The methods of treatment were based on philosophical ideas that looked at a direct connection between man and nature. In ancient civilizations, medicinal herbs were evaluated by their taste and smell. An interesting example from the history of essential oils is thyme. The name “Thyme” is derived from the Greek word Thymiama (incense) and means courage, health, or sacrifice. It was a sign of high respect in ancient Greece to say to someone that he “smells of thyme”. Roman soldiers often added thyme to their baths to give themselves strength, health, and courage.
Rosemary played an important part in the Roman tradition of eliminating evil spirits. In the Middle Ages, it was a part of Hungarian water, a distillate of rosemary, lavender, and turpentine. According to alchemistic understanding, this was the first water of life. Many preserving properties were attributed to Carmelite water, a distillate of lemon balm, clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
The seductive power of scent has always been known. The sense of smell may help create love and desire. Smell influences us much more than we think. The natural scent of flowers, essential oils, and compositions in the form of perfume, are more than just a pleasant smell. They can promote relaxation, sensuality, or spiritual depth. According to research on flowers by P. Jellinek, “esters of phenylacetic acids, fatty aldehydes, and alcohols are responsible for the aphrodisiac effect of various flower scents (jasmine, neroli).”
Extensive studies by occupational psychologists have shown that lemon or rosemary scent may help with concentration, nutmeg may reduce stress, and lavender, interestingly, promotes a desire to buy things. Large Japanese companies are using scent throughout their employees’ workstations to help improve their performance - lemon in the morning for pick-me-up feelings, rose at lunch time for relaxation, and wood scents in the evening for stimulation and refreshment.
Another interesting discussion would focus on stress levels in our civilization. More and more studies are being done to prove that essential oils interact well with the receptors of the psychosomatic network and they may, in a soft and gentle way, restore harmony in our systems.
Aromatherapy is using the knowledge of the effect of scents on the body and mind. With the help of the purest essential oils we may influence our stage of mood or form of somatic anomalies. Compared with synthetic products, aromatherapy has a much higher risk-free profile.
Lavender and its Magical Properties
Posted by msterilinn on Feb 1, 2008
My most favourite scent is Lavender. I use the oil as well as the flowers. I burn the flowers to cleanse the rooms in my house and bring in good energy. I also like to crumble the flowers into a tub of hot water for a soothing foot bath… what a delight! It is no small wonder that this Magical plant is such a favourite in my home and to scent my body. As I have always associated this intoxicating scent with all that is wild and pure in Mother Earths garden, I will be most happy to share a bit more about this extraordinary gift of Nature…
Lavender and its Magical Properties…
You all know the pretty plant that is lavender. But did you know that lavender has magical properties? Well, maybe not quite fully certified magical, but close. Lavender essential oil is my absolute favourite essential oil. It has so many uses that it is always necessary to have it on hand. Not only does it smell great, it has important curative powers. Here are some of the ways that I have used lavender essential oil.
Burns or scalds~
This works best if applied neat (undiluted) to the area affected by the burn or scald. The skin should be intact, use your judgment. It takes away the pain quickly and the skin heals with almost no sign of damage. This includes sunburns. If you are sensitive to the oil in its pure form, dilute it accordingly in a small clean spray bottle with water. This is quite soothing and refreshing.
Pimples~
Your adolescent will love you for this remedy. Because lavender oil is antibacterial, it destroys pimples and the associated bacteria quickly and easily. Apply it neat as soon as you feel a pimple developing and the pimple is banished shortly. If you didn’t catch it in time, it makes pimples come to a head faster and it helps with the swelling and redness.
Sleep & relaxation~
Just a drop or 2 to a cotton ball or tissue placed beneath the pillowcase under your head at night makes you sleep more soundly and more quickly. Lavender has amazing relaxation properties that will leave you refreshed in the morning.
Migraines or Headaches~
Apply a drop to your temples or the back of your neck and massage into the skin. This helps with both tension headaches as well as migraines. For some people with migraines, the smell may be too strong during the acute stage of a migraine. During this time you can apply the lavender oil to the muscled area between your thumb and forefinger on the backside of your hand (both hands). This is an acupressure point associated with headaches.
Insect repellent and insect bites~
Just like citronella, lavender has the ability to ward off mosquitos and flies. Additionally, it can help calm the itching of an insect bite. I can really attest to this one as I am the world’s number one mosquito attractor.
**A word of caution. Those with sensitive skin cannot always tolerate direct application of lavender oil to the skin. If that is the case for you, you can dilute the oil with a carrier oil such as almond oil or jojoba oil. European made essential oils are the best for now unless you know the source that you are getting the oil from is organically grown. Europe has standards for the production of essential oils, the United States does not. Because of the extreme concentration of essential oils, they should always be organically grown. As always, be wise and use your own best judgement!
Natures Garden of Life and Nutrition
Posted by msterilinn on Jan 9, 2008
As long as I can remember, I have chosen to feed my body those vitamins and herbs which represent the most that is pure in Nature. I prefer natural cures for that which ails myself, my children and my loved ones. I always recommend seeking that which can be found in nature, in it’s most pure and whole form, as a first defense against illness as well as in healing ourselves once we are in the midst of an ailment.
Prevention is half the battle, so if we feed our bodies that which nature so generously provides, through taking nutrition supplements & nutrition supplement as a part of our daily regimine, I truly believe we can live longer, healthier lives. Granted, one must choose wisely when it comes to eating foods which are as natural as possible as well. Knowing what is in our food is so very important as well. Read those labels! Seek only the most natural and fresh foods whenever possible. Be wary of foods which are loaded full of preservatives and ingredients in which you do not know what they are. It is important to educate yourself, and your family, and give our bodies the foods in which the Creator so generously has provided us in Nature.
I am pleased when I find a new source of natural vitamins and herbs. I have found a great place to add to my natural supplimental arsenal called Choice Nutritionals. As quoted from their site…
“Garden of Life believes food is the best source of nutrition. This is why we circle the globe searching for the richest and purest whole foods (raw fruits, vegetables and herbs) available to make our products. We accept only the finest whole foods, grown in rare, nutrient-rich soil beds to create formulations of the highest quality. From the cereal grasses and vegetable juice powders in our Perfect Food® supplement to the whole fruit juice powders in Fruits of Life™ and Radical Fruits® supplements, we strive to pack as much whole food nutrition as possible into each and every Garden of Life™ product.
Each whole food we gather is fermented using our proprietary Poten-Zyme™ process to enhance its nutritional value and make it easier to digest and absorb. This process results in powerful whole food nutrition optimized for your body’s unique needs. It’s convenient nutrition you can use to achieve better health.”
When seeking those most pure in the world of vitamins, minerals and herbs, remember your options. I shall definately consider adding Choice Nutritionals to my list of places worthy of utilizing to stock up on my supply of natures finest.
Fresh Soy Candles… Breathe Easier Naturally
Posted by msterilinn on Dec 7, 2007
It’s no surprise that the use of soy candles is becoming increasingly popular across the nation. Candle aficionados now know that selecting soy candles to decorate and liven their home environment is not only a more financially and environmentally conscientious decision, but is a much healthier option as well.
Many of us know about the traditional benefits of candles. They are often used for relaxation, stress relief, decoration and even romance. They come in all shapes and sizes, colors and scents. We all have our favorite preferences, and many people even stick to just one brand. But what many do not realize is that it’s now become imperative to make sure that the candles you’re burning in your home aren’t putting your health at risk. How can you be sure?
This is where soy candles come in.
Soy candles are made of soy wax, a mixture of hydrogenated soybean oil. This means that they burn clean into the air, as opposed to common paraffin wax candles, which have been known to produce soot and other inhaleable toxins such as formaldehyde, acrolein, benzine and acetaldehyde. It’s important to realize that these toxins have been known to clog and damage the lungs, and can sometimes even lead to emphysema—not unlike the effects of second-hand nicotine smoke. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), some of the chemicals found in paraffin candles are not only toxic, but are carcinogenic and neurotoxic as well, and could cause issues with not only the lungs but also the heart, circulatory system and nervous system.
Sound a bit scary? Well, recent research has shown that the use of soy candles in the home increases the surrounding air quality by a staggering 90% as compared with traditionally produced paraffin or petrochemical based candles.
If you’re a candle lover, you’ve probably noticed the effects of paraffin or petrochemical based candles in your home. When you light it, you may notice that there is black smoke that emits from the wick. It stains the jar or candle holder and, after using for long periods of time, can even stain your walls, air vents, ceiling and other areas of your home. If you sit too close to burning paraffin candles, you may even notice a bit of soot accumulating on your skin or clothes, or in particle-collecting areas of your body such as your nostrils. And if you think that’s bad, just think of how it must look in your lungs.
Take charge of your health by burning soy candles instead.
By purchasing soy candles, you’re also making a stand in promoting the health of the nation’s farming community. Nearly 60 kilograms of soybeans are used to create just 10 kilograms of soybean oil, and the soy candle industry has the potential of using nearly 110 million bushels of soybeans annually, or one-quarter of the nation’s soybean crop. This is opposed to paraffin based candles, the chemicals for which are most often produced with foreign oil sources. In fact, the recent rise in popularity of non-food based uses for soy, such as in candles, has contributed to a significant rise in the economies of soy-producing areas across the U.S.—including Iowa, the home of more than 110 soy candle manufacturers and the self-proclaimed “Soybean Capital of the United States.”
But personal health and environmental sustainability aren’t the only reasons why consumers across the nation are making the change toward the use of soy candles. Another selling point, it seems, is the value.
See, one of the key reasons as to why soy candles burn so cleanly and safely is that soy wax has a lower melting point than the paraffin wax that is used in traditional candles. This means that soy candles burn cooler, as well as up to 50% longer. Cooler burning translates into quicker scent dispersion, for an even more amazing scented candle experience. And, it brings up yet another side benefit of soy candles: a longer burning time means more bang for your buck.
Soy candles are also much easier to care for, as they are completely water-soluble. Gone are the days of attempting to scrape off paraffin wax from the carpet or furniture; if a soy candle were to spill, all it takes to clean up the mess is a bit of soap and hot water.
Purchasing soy candles just makes sense. By making the change from traditional paraffin wax or petrochemical based candles to soy based candles, you’re making a solid commitment to your environment, your wallet and, above all else, your health.
Whilst searching for a great place to replenish my candle supplies, I was quite impressed with a certain company. Here is what they have to offer…
Our fresh soy candles are 99% SOOT FREE because there is NO PETROLEUM WAX in our fresh soy candles. We use fresh USA grown 100% soy wax in all our fresh soy wax candles.
Most high End gift stores or companies will use a SOY BLEND, soy wax plus Petroleum based paraffin wax in their candles… just so they can say the word SOY on their candles. Any paraffin wax will pollute your home with soot and pollute your homes air.
Naturally clean SOY WAX,
- 99% SOOT FREE
- Burns to the bottom
- No wick loss
- No tunneling
- HTP natural wicks
So Relax & look through our 100% all natural fresh soy candle collections and give someone special, or treat yourself, to a superior quality fresh soy candle like no other.
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My Journey back to balance in Mind, Body and Spirit…
Posted by msterilinn on Jan 11, 2007
Okay, I promised to update my journey back into good health
after over 2 months of illness which weakened me quite a bit…
First, I will mention that stress may have been a major factor
in becoming so ill in the first place. Stress, and taking care
of everyone else, while forgetting to take good care of myself.
I have always been blessed with good health, and this shows..
most people are suprised when they find that I am a Grandmother.
I am into herbs, natural healing, Martial Arts and Tai Chi. So,
getting so sick came as a suprise. Having the down time gave me
the chance to note what may have brought this on, as well as
giving me the opportunity to keep track of my current habits. I
quickly realized I have not been actively pursuing my Arts and
energy work, as I used to do almost daily. I was taking on too
many tasks, and I still hadn’t learned to say no to sitting
with the grandkids whether I felt like it or not.
See, I still have a young daughter at home. She is my first
priority. Homeschooling and caring for her in a good way. I
need to be healthy to do this. So I stopped baby sitting the
little ones while I was sick, and once I was well on the road to
recovery I decided to just have the occasional sleepover, and
visits. This eliminated a tremendous amount of stress.. as a
single parent, I have many, many responsibilities as it is.
I will mention that my kids concern prompted them to take me
into the Urgent Care Center. I was prescibed some Antibiotics,
being told I had a severe case of Bronchitis. Needless to say,
after taking this “medicine” for the prescribed time, I was
more ill than ever.
So, even though I was very weak, I decided to take matters
into my own hands. My son who still lives at home visited the
local supermarket to bolster my depleted supply of Herbal Teas.
He did quite well, and my favorite is the Organic Echinacea Plus
Besides Organic Echinacea purpurea herb and root, this blend also
included Organic West Indian lemongrass leaf and Organic spearmint
leaf. To begin with I drank 5-6 cups per day, gradually reducing this
to 2 cups per day as I began to feel better.
To help promote restful sleep, I also included Valerian Root, and
various forms of Aromatherapy, with Lavender foremost among my
favorite scents.
I drank LOTS of Orange Juice, and 100% pure fruit juices. And at
least 6 glasses of water a day. LOL Lots of trips to the bathroom,
but it was worth it.. hehehe 
Now, I had just begun taking Acai Supreme which includes the
Acai Berry and Wolfberry or “Goji Berry”.
Acai Berry is truly a wonderful plant. Acai fruit grows on an
Amazon Palm Tree and has been prized for hundreds of years by
Brazilian natives for their ability to provide a sense of strength,
energy, and a high nutritional content.
The Acai Berry, with twice the antioxidants of blueberries and
high levels of omega fatty acids, is considered to have the best
nutritional value of any fruit.
Acai (pronounced AH-sci-EE) with the symmetry of a grape and
the size of a giant blueberry has a taste that some describe
as a mix between berries and chocolate. Deep purple in color,
açaí is extremely rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins). These
strong antioxidants go to battle against free-radical molecules
that invade the body.
This little palmberry, growing wild in the Amazon rainforest of
Brazil, packs an amazing health punch. In fact, natives of
Brazil have been eating acaí fruit for centuries, typically
grinding it into a pulp to eat for breakfast or as an energizing
snack.
Acai also contains an almost perfect complex of amino acids and
vital trace minerals, elements that are essential to proper
muscle contraction and regeneration. Plus, acai has a synergy of
omega 6 and 9 fatty acids: the healthy, monounsaturated type of
fat that can help reduce bad cholesterol and increase good
cholesterol. Like most berries, acai berries are also a healthy
source of natural fiber, good for the cardiovascular system and
digestive tract health.
Goji Berry contains 18 amino acids including all eight
essential amino acids, 21 trace minerals, 29 fatty acids, niacin,
vitamin B1, vitamin B2, nearly as much vitamin C as oranges, as
much protein as bee pollen and as much beta carotene as carrots.
In addition, it contains Calcium, Fiber, Phosphorus, Iron,
Carotene and Nicotinic Acid. It is the wide range of nutrients
within the fruit that supports improved performance in the entire
body.
Pretty impressive for just a little berry!
The Chinese have traditionally used Gogi berry to improve; visual
acuity, headaches, ringing in the ears, dizziness, energy and
insomnia. Recent studies have added many new benefits to an
already impressive list of attributes. Testing at the Ningxia
Institute of Drug Inspection has shown the use of Gogi increases the
white blood cells that protect the organs of the excretory system
especially the liver and the kidneys. The Gogi Berry is high in
polysaccharides, increases the antibody reaction to T-cell dependant
antigen. This process strengthens T-cell immune response.
In addition to the previously mentioned benefits of this product,
some studies have shown the Gogi Berry to have some anti-obesity
properties as well as helping those with diabetes. It is also widely
believed in China to increase sexual fluids and enhance fertility.
There is some impressive studies that shows Gogi Berry to be
extremely effective as an anti-aging compound.
The following are just some of the reported benefits of taking
Nutronix Internationals Acai Supreme, results vary from person to
person but benefits can be felt in 1-2 weeks of usage:
• Greater energy/stamina
• Improved digestion
• Improved Mental Focus
• Better sleep
• All nutrients come from one berry
• Cleansing and Detoxing your body
• Boost your Immune System
• Visual Acuity
Along with these fantastic herbal supplements and teas, I began
to gradually ease back into my Martial Arts and Tai Chi energy
work. After a few weeks I began to notice a significant
improvement in my energy and general health. My head became
clearer, as I was now getting the oxygen to my body as needed;
my coughing was reduced significantly as my lungs cleared.
I became stronger as I fed my body with a more nutritious diet,
avoiding foods that had little or no nutritional value. And I
could not help eating lots of Chocolate.. the food of the Gods
and Goddesses!! LOL
I have my 9 year old daughter to thank for keeping me on track.
She made sure I drank lots of tea, got lots of rest, and even
stepped up to do her chores without my asking… even going so
far as to try to do MY chores, until I very gently let her know I
could handle my own.
The way I see it, eliminating and reducing stress was a major
factor in my recovery. Feeding my Body, Mind and Spirit served
to create the Balance needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
And now, here I am feeling stronger, more energetic and Happy!!
Truly, what really helped me heal is the Love from my Family
and Friends. This is the greatest gift of all.
Live each moment as it unfolds, enjoying Life and each other..
everything is as it should be.
PS… I found a great place to get a Super Fruit Formula with Goji and Acai Berries. Give it a try!
~ Feeling better with Essential Oils ~
Posted by msterilinn on Dec 8, 2006
Almost everyone occasionally suffers from a minor unpleasant headache caused by stress, sleeplessness, diet, tension, or exposure to irritants like synthetic perfumes. Refreshing or soothing essential oils may help induce a warm and pleasant atmosphere and assist in relaxing and rejuvenating your mind and body.
Quick Aromatic Blend -
7 drops Lavender
3 drops Roman Chamomile
2 drops Peppermint
2 Tbs Massage Lotion
Massage the temples, forehead, neck, and shoulders.
Stress-Soothing Massage Oil -
2 drops lavender
1 drop ylang ylang
2 drops petitgrain
Add 2 drops lavender, 1 drop ylang ylang and 2 drops petitgrain to 5 teaspoons of massage oil base (or any plain base/carrier oil) to the massage base. Stir gently to mix and massage into body.
Other Essential Oils for Relaxation: Bergamot, roman chamomile, jasmine, marjoram, neroli and rose.
Hand Bath -
5 drops Lavender
2 drops of Marjoram Sweet
3 cups of warm water
Mix oils and water in a hand basin and soak your hand(s) for a few minutes.
Icy Compress -
1 quart ice cold water
2 drops Peppermint
1 drop Marjoram Sweet
2 drops Ginger Root
Soak a clean cloth in the mixture and apply it to your forehead or neck.
Relief Bath -
3 drops Roman Chamomile
3 drops Lavender
2 drops Marjoram Sweet
2 drops Thyme
Disperse the oils in the bathtub and soak in the water for 20 minutes.
Research has also shown that eliminating certain foods and adding enough water to your diet may help to prevent recurrences.
Relax and Enjoy!
Note - Information and statements regarding Aromatherapy have
not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any health condition or disease. Contact
your Health Care provider immediately if you suspect that you
have a medical problem, or may be prone to an allergic reaction.
