Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Metabolism Oil Blend For Weightloss


Metabolism Oil
    People are interested in weight loss year-round. I focus on it usually the first of the year and am finding that here after the end of the summer I have gained a few pounds. I have started adding Metabolism to my water which really helps calm the cravings and help me get things back under control throughout the day.

Garden Essence Oils Metabalism blend contains: Grapefruit, Lemon, Ginger, Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark. Here is what each of the ingredients in this oil blend does.

Cinnamon oil
  • Balances blood sugar
  • Keeps insulin levels in check
  • Prevents the formation of fat cells
  • Speeds up metabolism
Ginger root oil
  • Aids willpower
  • Improves digestion
  • Enhances satiety
  • Helps to burn fat
Grapefruit oil

  • Cleansing
  • Curbs cravings
  • Boosts metabolism
  • Increases energy and endurance
  • Reduces abdominal fat accumulation
Lemon Oil
  • Cleansing
  • Suppresses weight gain
  • Increases energy
  • Enhances mood
  • Relieves pain
Peppermint oil 
  • Increases energy and mental alertness
  • Elevates mood
  • Aids digestion
  • Reduces appetite
    I am finding Metabolism to be a great way to get my cravings back in control and hope to have this weight off soon. 

    We now have index pages that make it easier to find what you need at Herbs First.  They can be found on the top green tab on the website under Brand Index and on the home page when you click on the brand logos below the green menu bar.  I'll put the links below so you can see what they are like:

Dr. Christopher's Index

Garden Essence Oils Index

Western Botanicals Formulas Index, note that there is a link for single extracts on the ink as well as bulk herbs.

Other great products Index


You can purchase Garden Essense Oils at Herbs First.


Order online, or phone in your order  801-228-1901.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Essential Oils for Emotions

We are fixing up our rental property so we can sell it and it has been a very stressful time for us. I was having a pretty bad day the day after I compiled the last newsletter. I reread what I had about the Basil and then used it. Wow, talk about amazing, the stress left my body very quickly and I was able to get on with what I had to do. Here is the write-up about Basil if you missed it.

    Basil essential oil increases the body’s natural response to both physical and emotional stress while conditioning the system to cope better.

    Basil essential oil soothes feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and exhaustion. Rub a couple of drops of high quality organic basil oil daily into forearms or the ear’s adrenal gland point at the tragus (the cartilage above your ear lobe) to bring balance to the adrenals.

Here are some other oils that work very well for emotions. I hope you find them useful.

Abandonment
Happy Memories

Abuse
Release, Happy Memories, Belief, Inner-self, Geranium

Aggression
Bergamot, Chamomile, Juniper, Lemon, Marjoram, Rosemary

Anger
Tranquility, Angel, Release, Neroli, BergamotChamomileFrankincense, Lavender, Orange, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Marjoram, Vetiver

Fear
Belief, Healing, Happy Memories, AngelFennel, Ginger, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Thyme

Grief
Forgiveness, Healing, Angel, Release, Happy Memories, Bergamot, Chamomile, Marjoram, Neroli

Impatience
Chamomile, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Lavender

Indecision
Basil, Clary Sage, CypressPatchouli, Peppermint

Loneliness
Benzoin, Marjoram

Nervousness
ComposureAngel, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Coriander, Frankincense, Neroli, Orange, Vetiver

Panic
Angel, Tranquility, Grounding, HealingChamomileClary Sage, Geranium, JuniperLavender, Neroli, Ylang ylang

Resentment
Happy Memories, Grounding, Healing, Tranquility

Sadness
Happy Memories, OrangeBenzoin

Shyness
Black Pepper, Ginger, Patchouli, Peppermint, Neroli, Ylang ylang

Stress
Happy Memories, Bergamot, Basil, Cedarwood Atlas, Chamomile, Lemon, Orange, Grapefruit, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang ylang

You can purchase these and other Garden Essense Oils at Herbs First.
Order online, or phone in your order  801-228-1901.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Friday, September 11, 2015

Adaptogen Essential Oils

   There is group of essential oils called adaptogens that are unique because they have opposing healing properties like being both stimulating and relaxing. They adapt to your needs.

    The use of adaptogen essential oils are pivotal for hormonal imbalances where glands may be under-functioning in one system, while over-functioning in another. Adaptogenic essential oils are capable of balancing opposing conditions without creating further imbalance, as many pharmaceuticals would cause. Using them together further strengthens their healing properties.

Seven Adaptogen Essential Oils For Hormone Balance
  1. Basil
  2. Clary Sage
  3. Geranium
  4. Lavender
  5. Lemon
  6. Lemongrass
  7. Myrtle
Balance the Adrenals with Basil and Lavender
   
    The adrenal glands are responsible for how people cope with stress. In trying to juggle a job, family and the demands of everyday life, people are likely to have overworked adrenals.

Cortisol, the “stress hormone” is produced by the adrenal glands and regulates the body’s response to stress. It works on a schedule — good sleep, starting at 10 pm, maximizes adrenal hormone function. Out of balance cortisol levels lead to:

•    feeling exhausted upon waking even after a long night’s sleep
•    high energy late in the evening or waking up at 2 or 3 in the morning
•    an inability to calmly deal with stress
•    food cravings
•    brain fog

    Basil essential oil increases the body’s natural response to both physical and emotional stress while conditioning the system to cope better.

Garden Essence Oils Basil    Basil essential oil soothes feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and exhaustion. Rub a couple of drops of high quality organic basil oil daily into forearms or the ear’s adrenal gland point at the tragus (the cartilage above your ear lobe) to bring balance to the adrenals.

Life is demanding — the key to adrenal balance is to allow yourself more restorative relaxation time and sleep. Improve the quality of your sleep with Lavender.

Thyroid Dysfunction and Myrtle and Lemongrass

    The thyroid controls important functions like the body’s metabolism and temperature regulation. Out of balance thyroid function symptoms include:

•    Depression
•    Uncontrollable weight gain or loss
•    Dry hair and skin
•    Cold or heat fluctuations
•    Insomnia

Garden Essencw Oils Myrtle    Myrtle oil is an adaptogen that can stimulate thyroid activity. Myrtle has the natural ability to balance and normalize hormonal imbalances of both the thyroid and ovaries, regardless of whether they are under or over performing.
Rub a few drops of organic myrtle oil into the big toe and the reflexology point for the thyroid located at the base of the foot in the fleshy area below the big toe. Another area where myrtle oil is effective is the thyroid area below the Adam’s apple, at the base of the throat.

    Magnify the thyroid-healing effect of myrtle oil by blending it with Lemongrass oil, another thyroid-boosting adaptogen, or alternate between each.


Ovary Balance with Lemon, Clary Sage and Geranium

    While menstruation and menopause are natural processes of womanhood, some of the side effects are not. The ovaries produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone, which when imbalanced, lead to several symptoms including:

•    PMS
•    infertility
•    difficult or irregular menstrual cycles
•    lowered libido
•    difficult menopausal symptoms like sweats and hot flashes

    Start the day with a simple liver detox to keep hormonal imbalances from wreaking havoc. The liver regulates the sex hormones, primarily estrogen. Add 2 – 3 drops of Lemon essential oil into a cup of warm water and drink it first thing in the morning.

    A Dutch study has found that the compounds in lemon peels, a large component of lemon essential oil, improve liver functions like hormone regulation by lowering liver cholesterol.

Garden Essence Oils Clary Sage    Clary Sage has been used since Medieval times to treat the list of symptoms above. It’s quite helpful in not only balancing hormones but for also relieving pain. Dilute a few drops a carrier oil and rub the dilution into the ankles daily. If menstrual cramps are painful, rub the mixture on the stomach and ovary area for pain relief. Add the adaptogen oil geranium to the blend to enhance pain relief.
To soothe PMS and other feminine discomforts, add a few drops of Clary Sage and Geranium to a warm bath and enjoy a soak.

    Hormonal imbalances can be treated with essential oils safely and holistically. As with all new health regimes, consult with a trusted practitioner and start gradually. Using these eight essential oils is an enjoyable way to work toward hormonal balance and better body, mind and spirit awareness.


You can purchase these and other Garden Essense Oils at Herbs First.


Order online, or phone in your order  801-228-1901.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Friday, September 4, 2015

Peppermint Essential Oil


Garden Essence Oils Peppermint Peppermint has got to be one of my all time favorite aromas as well as flavors, and it is an amazing healing essential oil.

Peppermint improves focus and concentration, diffuse during study time to help the kids get through their homework quicker!

Peppermint supports digestion, relieves cramps, indigestion, acid reflux, gas and nausea including morning sickness.

Peppermint relieves muscles aches and pains, very cooling and soothing!

Peppermint is anti-viral, smells good and fights the flu!

Peppermint is helpful for fighting respiratory and sinus infections, as well as a decongestant helping you to breathe better.

Peppermint fights bad breath.

Peppermint essential oil is a great oil to add to your natural medicine chest.

Order online, or phone in your order  801-228-1901.

Have a great month!
Kathryn