Limeade

limeade

When using an essential oil, always start with fewer drops. You can add more to get the desired taste but remember essential oils are very concentrated and a little goes a long way. Limeade   Recipe type: Beverages Cuisine: Essential Oils Prep time: 5 mins Total time: 5 mins Print   Ingredients 2 cups crushed…

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Lime Essential Oil

lime

Cold-pressed from the peel of fresh limes, dōTERRA Lime essential oil is refreshing and energizing in both aroma and taste. Limes are frequently used in entrées and beverages for their fresh, citrus flavor. In the 18th century, British sailors drank lime juice daily to prevent scurvy while at sea, thus giving British seamen the nickname…

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Milk – It Doesn’t Do a Body Good

say no to milk

There are still a lot of people who drink milk and eat dairy products including vegetarians. There are some schools that don’t allow the students to have water in the afternoon unless they drink their milk at lunch. Is this associated with some kind of regulation tied to funding? Additionally, there are some families that drink…

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Turmeric & Ginger Tea

turmeric tea

Turmeric has powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and detoxification properties. It improves digestion and supports healthy joint function. It can help relieve an upset stomach. Similarly, It has been shown to help improve osteoarthritis pain. It can be used both internally or externally. Indian woman are known to use it as a facial cleanser or exfoliant. Ginger…

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Oregano Essential Oil

oregano

Oregano is one of the most potent and powerful essential oils and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its cleansing and immune-boosting properties. The primary chemical components of Oregano are carvacol and thymol, both in the phenols group, which possess purifying and antioxidant properties. Due to its high phenol content, caution should…

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It’s Important to Read Food Labels

junk food

If a food product has a label with multiple ingredients I recommend not eating it! It’s pretty much that simple. Processed foods are not whole foods.  The longer the list of ingredients, the further you should stay away. These are some of the words that should trigger an alert: Artificial (anything!) High fructose corn syrup Artificial sweeteners…

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Earthy Spice Cologne

bergamot cologne

Create your own scent with essential oils. This cologne has a refreshing “Earthy spice” fragrance. Build the fragrance in the order that is listed in order for the chemical reactions to take place properly and release this irresistible scent.   Earthy Spice Cologne   Recipe type: Essential Oils Cuisine: Non-Edible Print   Ingredients ⅓ oz.…

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Bergamot Essential Oil

bergamot

Bergamot is the most delicate of the citrus plants, requiring special climate and soil in order to thrive. Italians have used Bergamot for years to reduce tension and stress and to soothe and rejuvenate skin. In Greece, the unripe fruits are used as sweetmeats, eaten by the spoonful as a dessert or with coffee. Bergamot…

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Art & Visual Complexity

art arrangement

Art can make a giant contribution to the impact of any room in your house.   However, it can also over stimulate the senses!   The way you display the art is very much important. One piece of art sometime needs to stand alone. An art wall with the pictures placed perfectly can make an impressive and…

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Cinnamon Almond Granola

cinnamon almond granola

This easy to make granola is a great go-to treat. Pack it small containers to take with you when you travel or just as a snack when you need a pick-me-up. Use as many ingredients that work well for you nutritionally. Cinnamon Almond Granola   Recipe type: Snack Cuisine: Fruits, Nuts Prep time: 15 mins…

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