Cheat Sheet for Healthy Hormones

Hormone Health Cheat Sheet

Not sure where to start when it comes to supporting healthy hormones? Check out these suggestions and learn more with the individual product spotlight linked below.

The endocrine system is a network of glands throughout the body that makes hormones - insulin, thyroid hormone, cortisol, sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) and more. The hormones made the endocrine system are responsible for almost every cell, organ, and function in the body.

Adrenal, thyroid and sex hormones work in a cycle together. Thyroid hormone affects sex hormones. Adrenal hormones affect thyroid hormones. Sex hormones affect adrenal hormones. So when one part of the cycle isout of balance, there are consequences for the entire endocrine system.

Thyroid & Adrenals
The adrenal glands are located just above the kidneys and are know for the 'flight or fight' response. This response is natural and necessary. It protects us when in high stress situation (like running from a lion), but the constant stress of daily life often keeps our adrenals on overdrive.

The thyroid gland perfumes a myriad of tasks in the body. It regulates metabolism, energy, body temperature, and hormone production which impacts just about every other body system in some way. Thyroid support is always important, but it is especially so for women aged 25-45 and before/during/after pregnancy.

Thyroid - try Thyromin, Ningxia Red, and EndoFlex

Sex Hormones
Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone play a huge role in our overall health - everything from reproduction to muscle tone to mood to energy levels. Chronic stress, improper nutrition, low Vitamin D levels, and unhealthy gut balance and yeast overgrowth can all negatively affect estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.

Menstrual Cycle
When estrogen, progesterone and testosterone are out of balance, it can cause some pretty uncomfortable symptoms during the monthly cycle. Other factors for painful periods include overall inflammation and even dietary sensitives. This topic is multifactorial, but here are a few options when it comes to balancing and supporting menstrual cycles.

For more on these products, check out these these blog posts linked below.
And make up this DIY Stress Recovery Serum to support your hormones and emotions this month and beyond.

Want to support your hormones, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

DIY Stress Recovery Serum

DIY Stress Recovery Serum

It's no secret that emotional and psychological stress can wreak physical havoc on the body. We've all heard of the 'mind body connection' and probably have our own stories of how something has gone downhill physically during times of stress. Even current scientific has connected stress to physical ailments. And lately stress seems to be the theme of the world... for us, for our kids, for our circumstances...

So, what do we do about it? We find ways to effectively process stress and we support our bodies DAILY with supplements, high quality nutrition and essential oils. And this simple DIY is one that you will want to always keep on hand for daily adrenal support.

DIY Stress Recovery Serum (aka daily love for your adrenals)
The adrenal glands are located just above the kidneys and are known for the 'fight or flight' response.. which is great if we're running from a lion. But constant stress of daily life keeps them on overdrive! Give them some love and keep them going strong. Apply over the lower back every morning and before bed each evening.

  • 4 oz glass dropper bottle
  • Castor Oil (see note below)
  • 25 drops Nutmeg
  • 20 drops Clove
  • 20 drops Frankincense
  • 20 drops Rosemary
NOTE: You can use any carrier oil, but castor oil is specifically chosen as the fatty acids in castor oil allow the essential oils to be easily absorbed through he skin. High quality, cold-pressed castor oil can help your body to detoxify and improve circulation.

Let's take a quick look at the oils in the serum...

  • Nutmeg - THE essential oil for adrenal support, Nutmeg helps process and balance feelings of Exhaustion - which makes perfect sense. When our stress response system is on overdrive, how could we feel anything BUT exhausted? And when we are exhausted we are more prone to injury and illness.
  • Frankincense - is a versatile oil that supports immunity, helps the body process inflammation and works as an antioxidant in the body. Frankincense has long been used for its powerful health-supporting properties, and has been used 'to treat every conceivable ill known to man.'
  • Clove - THE Essential oil for powerful antioxidant support. Clove has an ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) value of 1,078,700 (read: Clove is able to absorb and mitigate a LOT of free radicals. It's ability to do so is basically OFF the charts.) Why antioxidants? Because they help boost immunity and allow the body to repair cellular damage caused by the environment, injury and - you guessed it - stress!
  • Rosemary - one of the components of the 'Four Thieves Vinegar' and the Thieves essential oil blend. Rosemary has wonderful cleansing properties, supports the liver and helps support healthy blood pressure levels, which all connect to the adrenals through the HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-axis).
Use this adrenal serum daily over the lower back in the morning and before bedtime for stress recovery.

Want to try this DIY Stress Recovery Serum, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

DetoxZyme Supplement Spotlight - March 2021

Supplement Spotlight

DetoxZyme


We all heard how important healthy digestion is to overall health, so we want to support it well. Much like a car runs better with proper fuel and maintenance, our bodies need high quality fuel and daily support. One way we can do that is with enzymes like DetoxZyme. 


Just a Dose of DetoxZyme

  • Promotes detoxification and cleansing
  • Vegetarian-friendly formula
  • Fast acting enzymes help break down after eating to support digestion
  • Helps provide relief of occasional symptoms such as fullness, pressure, bloating, gas, pain and/or minor cramping
  • Works synergistically with a cleansing program
DetoxZyme is a blend of enzymes and essential oils formulated to promote detoxification and cleansing, which helps support normal digestive function. DetoxZyme contains powerful essential oils like cumin, anise, and fennel that work synergistically with fast acting, powerful enzymes to help break down food and assimilate nutrients after eating and help mitigate symptoms of digestive upset.

This formulation works to complete the digestive process, improve mineral absorption from food, improve gallbladder and liver function, prevent yeast overgrowth and detoxify the gastrointestinal tract.

  • Amylase - a powerful starch-digesting enzyme that prevents fermentation of starches in the digestive system
  • Invertase - splits the sugar sucrose into glucose and fructose
  • Protease 4.5 - protein-digesting enzymes that are stable in the varying pH conditions of the digestive tract, also fight off bacteria, yeast and parasites in the intestines
  • Glucoamylase - enzyme that breaks down starches into glucose
  • Bromelain - proteolytic enzyme found in pineapple that supports carbohydrate digestion
  • Phytase - an enzyme necessary for breaking down the minerals such as zinc, magnesium and potassium found in grains, nuts, seeds, and other foods
  • Lipase - a fat-dissolving enzyme that promotes excretion of toxins
DetoxZyme & Emotions

When our bodies are overloaded with toxins or weighed down from constantly filtering everything we throw at it, things become sluggish. This not only affects our physical health; it takes a toll on us emotionally as well. This often manifests as feeling lethargic, sluggish, unmotivated or simply down. Cleansing and detoxing our systems can have profound effects on our emotional health as well.

How To Use:

Take 2 capsules 3 times daily between meals or as needed

Join us this month as we use DetoxZyme capsules to support our physical and emotional health and wellness.


Want to try DETOXZYME, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

How to Use March's Gifts with Purchase - 2022

How to use
March's Gifts with Purchase

It's a new month, so it's time to get motivated with March's rewards! Pursue your dreams with a little help from these inspiring Young Living products. Here are a few of our favorite ways to use this month's incredible freebies! And there's a special gift you can share too!

NOTE: If you're looking for any DIY supplies, check out the DIY Supplies List resource for the exact items we use and recommend.

And don't forget to round up your order with the 'Dollar Up' option to donate to the Young Living Foundation. A few cents can go a long way!

Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
10% off Enrollment Coupon (100 PV)

Friends don't let friend miss out on good things - especially good things at a discount! Share your love of Young Living oils and products with this !0% off voucher.
  • YOU place a 100 PV or more Shop or Subscribe to Save order, YOUR FRIEND gets a discount.
  • Share the voucher with a new enrollee to use on their first Shop or Subscribe to Save order at time of enrollment.
  • You will be emailed the unique code within a week of qualification so you can pass it on to someone to use when they open a new account. Make sure your email on file with YL is up to date!
  • You can earn up to two codes in the month of March.
  • See official rules and FAQ for more details of this new offer.
Envision Essential Oil Blend

Envision essential oil blend combines Black Spruce, Geranium, Orange, Lavender, Sage, and Rose for an aroma that stimulates feelings of intuitive creativity and resourcefulness, encouraging renewed faith in visualization the future and awakening your inner drive necessary to achieve your dreams.

  • Add Envision to a bath soak, a perfume roller or diffuse it all month long.
  • Apply to the wrists for a stabilizing, peaceful energy and a lovely perfume.
  • Diffuse or apply Envision topically for its aroma to offer feelings of creativity and resourcefulness.
  • Add a drop to the palms of your hands, rub them together, and hold them up to your nose and inhale (make a scent tent with your hands).
  • Apply 1-2 drops to your forehead, edge of ears, wrists, neck, temples, feet or desired location as needed to inspire clarity and intuition.
  • Add a few drops to unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.
Try this The Future is Bright roller blend. Roll onto your wrists, heart, and neck as often as desired.
  • 10 drops each: Envision, Valor, Tangerine
  • Fill with carrier oil
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC:
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops Grapefruit
  • 25 drops Envision
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Use Envision to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a a fresh, floral scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
    To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Envision
  • 10 drops Grapefruit
  • splash of witch hazel
  • fill with filtered with water
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of floral whimsey to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • splash of witch hazel
  • 15 drops of Envision
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Tangerine
  • filtered water
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds or rose petals (optional)
  • muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5" x 4"
  • 30-40 drops Envision
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
    Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Add Envision to wool dryer balls for a floral, spring aroma.

Use Envision in your homemade DIY beeswax jar candles for a fresh, springtime scent.

Diffuse this fresh, floral oil with citrus or tree oils or use it to add sweet notes to your favorite diffuser blends.
Goal Getter - 4 drops Envision, 3 drops each Valor & Lime
Inspired - 5 drops Vanilla, 4 drops Envision
Focused - 4 drops Envision, 3 drops Ylang Ylang, 2 drops Tangerine
Clarity Essential Oil Blend

Clarity essential oil blend features 12 essential oils for an aroma that promotes feelings of stability, focus, and a sense of productivity for the mind - Basil, Cardamom, Rosemary, Peppermint, Coriander, Geranium, Bergamot, Lemon, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile, and Palmarosa and helps generate a focused environment to help clear the mind of unnecessary distractions and encourage concentration.

  • Dilute Clarity with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and apply it to the back of the neck and templates to create an atmosphere conductive to work or study.
  • Pair with Peppermint, Cedar wood or GeneYus for an extra boost.
Try this Level Headed Rollerball. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 25 drops Clarity
  • 10 drops Tangerine
  • 5 drops Clove
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Make this Focus Rollerball for use during work or school. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 25 drops Clarity
  • 10 drops each Cedarwood, Brain Power or GeneYus
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Diffuse or apply it topically with dilution to enhance your yoga and meditation practice and assist in learning the mind.

Use Clarity with breath work and/or exercise to kick-start your day.

Diffuse or inhale it from the bottle while at work, school, or during study to stay on task and create a focused environment.

Apply Clarity layered with Brain Power on the back of the neck or chest as desired for focus.

Add 5 drops of Clarity to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin or relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Clarity essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Use Clarity to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a fresh, crisp scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
    To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC. Bonus points for journaling, reading a motivational book or goal setting while you soak:
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Clarity
  • 10 drops each Lemon & Grapefruit
  • splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered with water
Add an herbaceous twist to your Thieves Cleaner. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster with this fresh, herbaceous blend. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 30 drops Clarity essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essentia oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Clarity
  • 20 drops Lemon or more Clarity
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Diffuse this crisp, fresh blend all month long.
Empowered - 5 drops Clarity, 4 drops Lemon, 3 drops Jade Lemon
Calm & Confident - 4 drops each Clarity, Rosemary, & Eucalyptus
Freshen Up - 4 drops Clarity, 3 drops Lemon, 2 drops Clove, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark
En-R-Gee Essential Oil Blend

En-R-Gee essential oil blend is a combination of Rosemary, Juniper, Lemongrass, Nutmeg, Idaho Grand Fir, Clove, and Black Pepper for an invigorating aromatic boost when preparing for any of life's challenges or demanding performances when you need it most.

  • Diffuse En-R-Gee during your morning ritual to jump-start to your day.
  • Apply it topically to feel inspired and ready to take action on the world.
  • Pair with citrus oils like Tangerine or Lime or with crisp oils like Peppermint or Eucalyptus.
  • Diffuse it while focusing on work or studies.
  • Diffuse it during long drives or late-night study sessions for an invigorating aroma that will help you push through.
Add a couple of drops to V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it into temples, bottoms of feet, or the back of the neck before a challenging activity for an exhilarating scent.

  • Create an application ritual for your mornings:
  • Diffuse Motivation + Tangerine as you get ready for the day
  • Apply the Energizer Bunny rollerball or diluted En-R-Gee to the spine and bottom of the feet.
  • Place a drop of Envision on the crown of the head.
  • Roll Clarity on the back of the neck.
  • Apply Valor to the chest and wrists as a daily perfume.
Try this Energizer Bunny Rollerball. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 25 drops En-R-Gee
  • 15 drops each Peppermint, Tangerine, & Lime
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply to the back of the neck, spine, and bottom of the feet as desired.
Make this DIY Adrenal Love Serum to support the endocrine and adrenal system (stress response). To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 35 drops En-R-Gee
  • 10 drops each Rosemary, Clove & Nutmeg (or use more En-R-Gee)
  • Fill with castor oil
    Apply over the lower back daily before bed OR morning and evening.
Make this Focused rollerball for use during work or school.
  • 25 drops En-R-Gee
  • 10 drops each Clarity & Cedarwood
  • fill with a carrier of choice
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC:
Use En-R-Gee to make invigorating DIY Oil-infused Shower Melts.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
    To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Add 5 drops En-R-Gee to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin or relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops En-R-Gee essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Give your tired feet some love with this Invigorating Peppermint Food Scrub.
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 3 drops En-R-Gee
  • 2 drops Peppermint (optional)
    Mix ingredients well, then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with a warm, damp towel and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer, if desired.
Diffuse this vibrant oil to help put some pep in your step:
Morning Sunshine - 3 drops each En-R-Gee, Lemon, Jade Lemon, & Tangerine
Work Space - 4 drops En-R-Gee, 3 drops each Tangerine & Peppermint
Crisp & Clean - 3 drops En-R-Gee, Peppermint & Eucalyptus
Roller Bottle Set, 3 Count

Take your favorite essential oils and blends with you with these rollers! Simply add your desired essential oil(s), top with a carrier and roll on as desired.

Rollerball blend ideas:
  • Wellness Blend - 10-20 drops each Thieves, Oregano, Geranium, Lemon & Frankincense
  • Focus Blend - 20 drops each Clarity, Lemon, Peppermint, & EN-R-Gee
  • Calming Blend - 20 drops each Motivation, Lavender & Tangerine
  • Bravery Blend - 25 drops each Valor & Tangerine
  • Or any roller blend listed above!
Popular Carrier Oils:
Valor Essential Oil Blend

Valor essential oil blend features Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, and Geranium and was formulated based on historical writings about Roman soldiers who were said to apply plant extracts and botanicals to instill feelings of courage and confidence before going into battle.

  • Apply Valor to the bottoms of your feed and/or the back of your neck to unwind before bed.
  • Apply it to the back of your neck for an aroma that inspires feelings of confidence.
  • Refresh throughout the day by directly inhaling Valor or massaging it onto your neck, chest, or hands and wrists.
  • Apply over the back and muscles to enhance massage or chiropractic adjustments.
  • Diffuse and/or wear Valor as a perfume or cologne during work, school, or stressful moments.
  • Add to diffuser jewelry to provide emotional support throughout the day. This is a great practice for kids with school day or other butterflies.
Make a Sweet Dreams rollerball. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Lavender, Cedarwood, Valor, & Tangerine
  • fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply over the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Make a Keep Calm & Shine On rollerball for a daily perfume:
  • 20 drops Valor, Bergamot, Tangerine, & Grapefruit
  • fill with a carrier of choice
Make a Unicorn Rollerball for emotional support:
  • 20 drops each Valor, Joy, Bergamot, Patchouli, & Stress Away
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Make a simple cologne roller or spray with Valor. Other great additions include: Idaho Blue Spruce, Bergamot, Cedarwood, & Northern Lights Black Spruce.

Add 5 drops of Valor to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin or relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Valor essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Make this Empowering Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops Frankincense
  • 25 drops Valor
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Harness the power of Valor in this blend and make a DIY Facial Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Valor
  • 10-15 drops each Frankincense or Elemi, Cedarwood (for dry skin), Geranium (for brightening) & Manuka
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (more than just hands!).
  • 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
  • 40 drops essential oils - Valor, Elemi, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination. (For a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce.)
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
    Check out these other essential oil combinations of the Hand Salve from November, December, January, and February.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak. Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap.
  • 2 lb melt and pour soap base
  • 1/2 cup powdered goat milk
  • 2 tbsp organic raw honey
  • 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils of choice (Valor, Cedarwood, Lavender - alone or in combination)
  • Soap molds
  • Dried flowers (optional)
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler.
    Step 2 - Whisk in remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Let sit overnight.
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak. Mix all together and add to your bath water with the ACV.
Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub.
  • 2 tbsp organic sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
  • 3 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Valor
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto your feet. Wrap your feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer, if desired.
Use Valor to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a grounding woodsy scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
    To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Diffuse this woodsy blend any time of day:
Goodnight Moon - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Tangerine & Frankincense
Moon & Stars - 3 drops each Valor, Patchouli, Lavender & Tangerine
Calm & Collected - 5 drops each Valor & Stress Away
Blueberry Pie - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Cinnamon Bark & Vanilla
Winter Sleep - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Cedarwood & Lavender
Motivation Essential Oil Blend

Motivation essential oil blend combines Roman Chamomile, Black Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Lavender. It has a powerful scent that may stimulate feelings of action and accomplishment, providing positive energy to help overcome feelings of fear and procrastination. 

  • Apply 1-2 drops to your forehead, edge of ears, wrists, neck, templates, feet, or desired location as needed to inspire clarity and motivation.
  • Add a few drops to unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.
Make a perfume rollerball with Motivation and your favorite citrus oil - Tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon or Lime. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Motivation blend
  • 15-20 drops citrus essential oil
  • Fill the rest with a carrier oil
Try this Goal Getter rollerball blend. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Motivation blend
  • 10 drops Envision blend
  • 5 drops each Grapefruit & Bergamot
  • fill a carrier of choice
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
Winter skin needing a little love? Whip up this DIY Salt Scrub:
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops Grapefruit
  • 15 drops Motivation
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Motivation
  • 10 drops each Tangerine & Grapefruit
  • splash of witch hazel
  • fill with filtered with water
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a some motivation to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • splash of witch hazel
  • 15 drops of Motivation
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Tangerine
  • filtered water
Use Motivation in your homemade DIY beeswax jar candles for a fresh, inspiring scent.

Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds or rose petals
  • muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5" x 4"
  • 30-40 drops Motivation
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent.
    Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Diffuse this uplifting blend all month long:
Calm & Collected - 5 drops Motivation, 3 drops each Lavender & Grapefruit
Open Heart - 4 drops each Motivation, Vanilla & Lavender
Welcome Home - 4 drops Motivation, 3 drops each Tangerine & Bergamot
Refresh & Renew - 4 drops Motivation, 3 drops Jade Lemon, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Spring Cleaning Diffuser Recipes - March 2022

Diffuser Blends
For Spring Cleaning


Open the windows and let the sunshine in! March is here and with it, the hint of spring. And we are ready!

These blends will freshen up your home and bring the feeling of cool, crisp mornings and sunny afternoons. These recipes mix in herbaceous scents from an early spring garden with fresh favorites like Lemongrass that are perfect any time of day.

These oils are wonderful for supporting immune and respiratory health as we head into the changing seasons, and they are great for our emotions as well!

Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell happy and inviting all at the same time. Join us this month as we diffuse these favorite blends to get you going this spring.

LIFE HACK - You can easily transform these blends into roller recipes and sprays!

To make a 10 mL roller from any recipe - triple the number of drops to make a total of 35-45 total drops, add a carrier of choice (we love V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex) and you're good to go.

To make a 2 oz spray from any recipe - double the number of drops to a total of about 25 drops, ad a splash of witch hazel and fill with filtered water. Spray on upholstered surfaces, bedding, rugs, anywhere you want to freshen!

Check it - many of these recipes contain the Gifts with Purchase oils in March. Get the everyday products you need and get free oils to use in the diffuser too!

Happy diffusing!!

Not sure what to do? Click here to get started.

As always, I'm here to support you!
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Easy Button



Springtime means a changing of the seasons and a changing of the air quality in many places! when the yellow starts to fly, we add this blend of oils to our diffusers (and rollers!) and breathe in deeply. 

Lavender is calming to the sinuses, Peppermint opens the airways, Lemon is purifying and Copiaba is soothing.


Relax and uplift with the spicy scent of Thieves, the soothing scent of R.C. and the happy scent of Orange.

This blend is wonderful for the immune and respiratory systems and works even better when paired with steam.

Add these oils to your diffuser as you soak in the tub or take a hot shower and open the airways while you relax.

This fresh, sweet diffuser blend is perfect any time of the day. 

Purification is cleansing and bright, Orange is happy and uplifting, and Lavender is calming and soothing. 

When paired together they create an atmosphere that is welcoming and hopeful - perfect for the promise of spring.


Kick the germs and bring some freshness to your space with this blend of Thieves, Lemon and Frankincense. This is a favorite to diffuse after school, while we sleep or anytime someone is starting to feel less than great.

Thieves brings the power of Clove, Eucalyptus and Thyme to kick the ick, while Frankincense and Lemon up the immune boosting power.

This trio also makes a wonderful roller blend - just do 5x the drops.


Bring the bright, soothing scent of the herb garden indoors with this blend of Lavender, Lemongrass, and Eucalyptus.

Lemongrass and Eucalyptus are both purifying oils which are wonderful for cleansing the environment, and Lavender is calming and soothing to the mind, body and spirit. 

This trio is great support for all the springtime blooms too.

Bask in the promise of springtime sunshine with this bright, crisp diffuser blend.

Purification and Lemon are cleansing and purifying, and Basil is herbaceous and earthy.

This combination is perfect for feeling like your home is freshly cleaned - even when it isn't.

Plus, this trio of oils is wonderful for helping us release feelings of 'stuck' - something that often happens in those last weeks of winter.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Gift with Purchase! - March 2022

March's gifts with Purchase


It's a new month, so its time to get motivated with March's rewards. Pursue your dreams with a little help from these inspiriting Young Living products.

Setting goals? Diffuse Motivation as you dream big. Looking for a bit of courage before an important conversation? Valor's got your back.

Store your favorite oils for on-the-go inspiration in a Roller Bottle Set and say your morning affirmations as you diffuse Envision.

Make it through the afternoon slump with a bit of En-R-Gee and apply a drop of Clarity to the inside of your wrists as you journal about your successes and learning points from the day. Plus, elevate your life by qualifying for our 100 PV tier and earn hassle-free shipping so you can focus on the important things.

 And there's a special gift you can share too!

US members who spend at least 100 PV in March can also qualify for two unique 10% off enrollment coupons - one from a 100+ PV Shop Order and one from a 100+ PV Subscription Order - both to share with a friend to help them save on their first order.

Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up on my porch with fun freebies inside!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the March 'How to Use' blog post.


During the Month of March


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING and a 10% OFF ENROLLMENT COUPON! Stock up on all-time favorites and your order will ship for free.


Share the love! When you spend 100 PV on Shop or Subscribe to Save order, you'll also earn a 10% off one-time coupon code that you can share with a new enrollee to use on their first Shop or Subscribe to Save order at time of enrollment. You can earn up to two codes in the month of March, and YL will email the unique code to you within a week of qualification so you can pass it on to someone to use when they open a new account. (Make sure your email on file with YL is up to date!) See official rules and FAQ for more details of this new offer.
190 PV Orders


With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL ENVISION essential oil blend. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 5 mL CLARITY blend, 15 mL EN-R-GEE blend and all of the above.


ENVISION essential oil blend, 5 mL
Envision essential oil blend combines Black Spruce, Geranium, Orange, Lavender, Sage, and Rose for an aroma that stimulates feelings of intuitive creativity and resourcefulness, encouraging renewed faith in visualizing the future and awakening your inner drive necessary to achieve your dreams.

CLARITY essential oil blend, 5 mL

Clarity essential oil blend features 12 essential oils for an aroma that promotes feelings of stability, focus, and a sense of productivity for the mind.

Clarity combines Basil, Cardamom, Rosemary, Peppermint, Coriander, Geranium, Bergamot, Lemon, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile, and Ponderosa Essential oils.

NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

EN-R-GEE essential oil blend, 15 mL
En-R-Gee essential oil blend is a combination of Rosemary, Juniper, Lemongrass, Nutmeg, Idaho Grand Fir, Clove, and Black Pepper for an invigorating aromatic boost when preparing for any of life's challenges for demanding performances when you need it most.

NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders


With any order of 250 PV or more, you'll receive a free 3ct Roller Bottle Set and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!


YL 3 ct Roller Bottle Set
Take your favorite essential oils and blends with you with these rollers! Simply add your desired essential oil(s), top with carrier and roll on as desired.
300 PV Orders


With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL VALOR essential oil blend and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!


VALOR essential oil blend, 5 mL 
Valor essential oil features Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, and Geranium and was formulated based on historical writings about Roman soldiers who were said to apply plant extracts and botanicals to instill feelings and courage and confidence before going into battle.
400 PV Orders
With any subscribe to save order of 400 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL MOTIVATION essential oil blend and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!

MOTIVATION essential oil, 5 mL
Motivation essential oil blend combines Roman Chamomile, Black Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Lavender. It has a powerful scent that may simulate feelings of action and accomplishment, providing positive energy to help overcome feelings of fear and procrastination.
For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in March.

Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.

Want to get the most out of your new oils? Check out these posts on the Lavender Life Blog:
FAQs:
What is March's Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV and your order ships free. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 400PV) and qualify for a new tier, you receive free products.

Earn points on products
Not only do you receive free goodies, but if you place a 50 PV+ order each month with Subscribe to Save program, you'll also earn loyalty  points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

Earn exclusive gifts
If all those perks weren't enough, subscribers receive a free loyalty gift as a thank you each time you reach a benchmark anniversary of 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months of sequential ordering on Subscribe to Save.

Not sure what to do to get these freebies? Click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

DIY - Hormone Support Smoothie

DIY Hormone Support Smoothie

This smoothie may look simple, but it is packed with ingredients to help balance hormones and support PMS type symptoms naturally. Enjoy this smoothie anytime of the month, but especially during the days or weeks you feel you need it most!

Ingredients:

  • 1 frozen organic banana
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp cacao nibs
  • Juice from one orange
  • 3 drops Orange Vitality essential oil
  • 2 drops EndoFlex Vitality essential oil blend
  • 1-3 tsp organic coconut oil (optional)
  • 1 cup organic spinach
  • 1/4 cup dry, unsalted and unroasted almonds (ideally soaked overnight)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened yogurt of choice
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened milk of choice or water
  • 5-7 ice cubes (optional)
Add ingredients to a blender in the order listed and blend well. Top with a sprinkle of dried coconut, chia seeds or sliced almonds. Enjoy!

Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make this smoothie so we can cheer you on!

Want to make this yummy smoothie, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

ProgEssence Plus Supplement Spotlight - Feb 2022

Progressive Plus

Supplement Spotlight

Hormones play a huge role in our overall health and well being - both physical and mental. We want to use all the tools in our toolbox to support hormone balance, and ProgEssence Plus Serum is an essential tool for hormone health.


The reviews are in - People love this product for the way it helps promote feelings and relaxation, harmony, and balance. ProgEssence Plus is specifically formulated for women. It features some of Young Living's most-loved essential oils, including Frankincense, Bergamot, and Peppermint to nourish and moisturize the skin and to create a natural, pleasant aroma.

ProgEssence Plus contains USP-grade, super-micronized progesterone from wild yam blended with essential oils and Vitamin E to help women find balance the way nature intended. The unique formulation maximizes the effects of this natural progesterone by utilizing an innovative delivery system that allows enhanced absorption through the skin. Wild yams are said to help normalize blood sugar levels, combat weigh gain and hair loss, and help replace the occurrence of hormone headaches. ProgEssence Plus also helps promote restfulness and sleep.

Each of the essential oils in this blend plays an important role for the body:
  • Sacred Frankincense - a potent antioxidant; supports healthy-looking skin; promotes feelings of grounding
  • Bergamot - supports healthy circulation; immune support; has been used for many years in the Middle East as an herbal medicine; contains constituents Limonene, Linalyl acetate & Linalool
Key Constituents

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties. Key constituents in these essential oils include:

  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
  • Linalool - supports stress relief and uplifts the mood
  • Menthol - provides a cooling sensation when applied to the skin, supporting muscles and tendons and allowing other ingredients to absorb more fully
  • Eugenol - known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support as well as antimicrobial activity
Features & Benefits

  • Designed especially for women and made with natural, bio identical progesterone from wild yam
  • Promotes well-being and feelings of relaxation, harmony, and balanace
  • Easily absorbed and contains skin-nourishing premium essential oils and Vitamin E
  • 100% plant-based and naturally derived vegan formula
  • Formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes
We have heard story after story of women finding relief from so many hormone-medicated health needs when starting ProgEssence Plus. Some of these include hormonal acne, the need for support during monthly cycles, support for PCOS and fertility, and so much more.

How To Use ProgEssence Plus Serum Daily

  • Apply 2-4 drops on the stomach, feet, or inner thighs daily.
  • Rotate application sites to avoid applying to the same area 2 days in a row.
  • For added effect, 1-2 extra drops may be applied.

Try adding ProgEssence Plus to your daily routine, and enjoy the relaxing, harmonizing experience of applying its non-greasy formula to your skin. You'll also love the addition of Copaiba, Cedarwood, and Clove essential oils that give ProgEssence Plus its complex, sweet aroma. 

Join us as we use ProgEssence Plus Serum this month and beyond to support your endocrine (hormone) system and emotions this month and all year long.

Want to try ProgEssence Plus Serum, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Clary Sage Oil Spotlight - Feb 2022

Clary Sage Essential Oil

Oil Spotlight for February

Clary Sage is a distinctly feminine oil that we love for everything from supporting healthy skin to wearing as a personal fragrance to supporting healthy hormone levels. This oil is a great choice for women for many reasons.


Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in February.

Just a Drop of Clary Sage...

  • Has a calming, soothing, lightly floral aroma
  • Promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin and hair
  • Helps soothe minor skin irritations
  • Geared toward women for its hormone support properties
  • Supports healthy estrogen levels through naturally occurring phytoestrogens
  • Makes a lovely perfume
Clary Sage essential oil is a main component of Dragon Time oil blend, a blend formulated for supporting normal, healthy emotions during the female monthly cycle. Clary Sage contains the naturally occurring constituent linalyl acetate, which contributes to its calming and soothing herbal aroma. Applied topically, Clary Sage essential oil promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin, making this an oil every woman wants to have in her arsenal.

Background

Native to the Mediterranean region, Clary Sage is a perennial shrub in the Salvia family. Traditionally used as a medicinal herb, it typically grows 3-4 feet tall and produces showy purple blooms that attract pollinators. Young Living's Clary Sage essential oil is steam distilled from the flowering parts of the plant at the Mona, UT and Simiane-la-Rotonde, France farms.

Key Constituents

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties.

  • Linalyl acetate - a potent antioxidant that promotes circulatory health and allows the body to support healing from ischemic injury (injury as a result of poor blood flow).
  • Linalool - supports stress relief and uplifts the mood, helps support the body during times of illness and stress.
Clary Sage & Emotions

Clary Sage can be a powerful tool for female emotions! Since we know of its estrogen-support properties this makes a lot of sense. When our hormones are unbalanced, it takes a toll on our health - both physical and emotional. Clary Sage is grounding and comforting and evokes feelings of feminine energy. It pairs well with citrus oils like Bergamot and Tangerine as well as Patchouli and Lavender.

Clary Sage is also a component in the supplement CortiStop because of its ability to balance hormones and stop the stress response. Stress wreaks havoc on our health, so any way we can find to support stress reduction is key! Pair daily use and inhalation of Clary Sage with meditation, journaling, affirmations and prayer.

Clary Sage & Pregnancy

Because Clary Sage contains phytoestrogens, it can increase fertility in some women. It can also be used to support labor! Because of this, some women choose to avoid excess use of Clary Sage during pregnancy until labor is desired.

Clary Sage is found in:

Daily Habits with Clary Sage:

Note: As with citrus oils, avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying Clary Sage.

Inhale or diffuse Clary Sage in the evening to help create a tranquil environment, especially at bedtime.

Add a few drops to your facial essence, serum, or moisturizer and apply at bedtime for healthy looking skin.

Make this Glow Up Serum. To a 4 oz bottle, add:
  • 25 drops each Clary Sage & Frankincense
  • 20 drops Blue Tansy (optional)
  • 5 droppers full of CBD Beauty Boost (optional)
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Mix Clary Sage with aloe vera gel and apply it following sun or wind exposure.

Make a simple DIY After Sun Spritz (you can use this after time out in the cold and wind as well). To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops of Clary Sage
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Copaiba, and Frankincense
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Use in conjunction with ProgEssence Plus Serum to support female hormone levels.

Dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it over the lower abdomen and back as desired, especially during menstrual cramping.

Make an Aunt Flo Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Clary Sage & Copaiba
  • 10 drops each Geranium, Bergamot, Cypress & Lavender
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Use Clary Sage alone or pair it with Vanilla, Lavender, Grapefruit, or Bergamot.
Or make this Aunt Flo Massage oil to support your body through cramps. Apply over the abdomen and lower back as needed.
  • 1/4 cup V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier oil
  • 20 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Bergamot
  • 10 drops Cypress
  • a few pumps Relaxation Massage Oil (optional)
Make this I AM Beautiful perfume roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each Frankincense & Clary Sage
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, & Bergamot
  • Fill with a carrier of choice.
Make this Supermom Roller for when you need to be calm and collected and get things done. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Clary Sage
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Take a relaxing bath before bed. Add 10 drops each Clary Sage & Lavender to 1 cup of Epsom Salt and place under running water. 

Add Clary Sage to your bath and body products for a slightly floral, herbaceous scent.

Make a DIY Lushious Locks Hair Mask.
  • 1/4 cup coconut or avocado oil
  • 25 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops Cedarwood & Rosemary
    Apply to slightly damp hair or spot treat dry areas. Let sit for up to 10 minutes, then shampoo as desired.
Apply Clary Sage to the inside of the ankles and rub over the abdomen during labor to support contractions.

Make a NO Fear Labor Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops each Valor, Patchouli, Lavender & Tangerine
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Whip up a Spring Blossoms room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Winter Nights
  • 10 drops Tangerine or Orange
  • 10 drops Ylang Ylang
  • Splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water

DIFFUSE

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the herbaceous floral aroma of Clary Sage.

  • Spring Breeze - 4 drops each Grapefruit, Clary Sage, & Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood
  • Fresh Linens - 3 drops each Lavender & Clary Sage, 2 drops each Lemon, Lime & Vetiver
  • Greenhouse - 3 drops Rosemary, 2 drops each Clary Sage, Jade lemon, tangerine, & Thyme
  • Feminine Energy - 4 drops Clary Sage, 3 drops each Lavender & Jasmine, 2 drops Rosemary
  • Citrus & Sage - 4 drops Citrus Fresh, 3 drops each Lemon & Clary Sage

Join us in using Clary Sage essential oil daily this month and beyond.


Want to try Clary Sage essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

ICP Daily Supplement Spotlight - Jan 2022

ICP Daily

Supplement Spotlight

Health starts in the gut, so we want to do everything we can do to have a happy, healthy belly! And having a healthy gut isn't something just for those with gut disorders! It is for US ALL.


Taking daily steps to build, support, detoxify and balance the gut bacteria and intestinal lining is crucial, and one of our favorite, simple ways to do this is with ICP Daily. ICP Daily is a daily prebiotic and fiber drink that is both delicious and easy on the stomach.

Just a Dose of ICP Daily

ICP Daily supports gut health, aids in the body's natural detoxification process, and helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome - all things that are crucial to overall health. This gentle daily formula contains 6 grams of plant-based probiotics, 5 grams of soluble fiber, and a belly-supporting blend of essential oils - Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass and Rosemary.

Why we Love ICP Daily
  • Contains 6 grams of plant-based probiotics and 5 grams of soluble fiber
  • Aids in the body's natural detoxification process
  • Helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome
  • Easy on the stomach and well tolerated by those with digestion sensitivity
  • Promotes health postbiotics in the gut
  • Contains D. Gary Young's original ICP essential oil blend of Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass, and Rosemary essential oils
  • Helps you feel full longer
  • Supports cardiovascular health and immune systems
Gut Health and Overall Health

Did you know that over 75% of your immune system is in your gut? Sounds so wild, but it is true. This is yet another reason why a healthy, happy belly is of utmost importance!

If you're thinking that you don't feel bad, don't have a dietary sensitivities and feel like your gut is just fine, you could still be experiencing symptoms of gut inflammation and imbalance (dysbiosis). Lots of things in our daily life can result in tiny holes in the gut lining, creating a 'leaky gut.' This is a huge topic of medical study and one for another day, but leaky gut can cause a whole host of symptoms. Some less straightforward symptoms include migraines, brain fog, joint pain, eczema, acne, and emotional instability.

If this is you (and honestly even if it's not) I challenge you to spend a minimum of 40 days eating low-inflammatory foods, moving your body, taking Live 9 and ICP Daily and seeing how these things change! Bonus points for adding 2-4 ounces of NingXia Red each day.

ICP Daily contains powerful ingredients like agave inulin, guar gum, and prickly pear cactus extract that works synergistically (1+1=3) with Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass, and Rosemary essential oils to detoxify the gut and promote a healthy environment for bacterial balance. Pairing ICP Daily with Life 9 is ideal. ICP Daily creates a clean, happy home for the diverse bacteria of the Live 9 probiotic.

Plus, the ingredients in ICP Daily provide 6 grams of plant-based probiotics and 5 grams of soluble fiber. Probiotics and fiber are crucial for overall gut health and digestive mobility (ease of things moving through which is definitely what we want) as well as overall cardiovascular and immune system health.

Overall, ICP Daily is an ideal way to maintain a healthy gut microbiome, aid in the body's natural detoxification process, promote healthy postbiotics in the gut, and even help you feel full longer. If that's not a win, I don't know what is!

Daily Habits for Gut Health
  • Avoid inflammatory foods
  • Eat whole, nutrient dense foods
  • Move your body gently first thing in the morning (yoga, sun salutations, stretching)
  • Avoid commercial seed oils (canola oil, sunflower seed oil, etc.)
  • Take a high quality probiotic like Life 9
  • Eat prebiotic foods like garlic, onions, and NingXia wolfberries
  • Take ICP Daily
Gut Health and Emotional Health

It may seem strange to link gut health with emotions, but there is a big reason why the two things are connected.

We've all heard about serotonin, especially since it is one of our 'happy' hormones along with dopamine. Serotonin is the control switch for the body and brain's neurotransmitters. It helps us regulate our emotions from excited and energetic to calm and focused, so when levels are too low, problems can certainly arise.

A lot of serotonin is produced in the brain (this is what we hear about a lot with mental health needs), but a large amount is also produced in the digestive system. So much so that our gut is called the 'second brain.' In fact, almost 90% of the serotonin in our bodies is produced by the peripheral nervous system in the gut. WOW!

So many things impact the gut's ability to produce and maintain adequate levels of serotonin. A few of these include food sensitivities and allergies, acute and chronic illness, flora imbalances, yeast overgrowth, acute and chronic illness, conventional medication and antibiotic use. Some of these things are within our control to change and others we have to simply support and rebuild the gut after experiencing. Acute needs are definitely going to require work, but the real ticket to health is in daily actions.

Often when we crave foods high in sugar or white flour, we are innately trying to regulate low serotonin levels. These foods may give us a quick pick me up, but they also lead to a crash shortly after. But there are many ways we can support the gut (second brain, remember) daily to maintain adequate serotonin (among other important things). Adding ICP Daily to your daily wellness routine is a great way to support your gut.

How To Use ICP Daily

  • Mix 1 scoop in 8 ounces of water or juice daily.
  • Take in the morning 30 minutes before meals on an empty stomach.
  • Enjoy with water, NingXia Red, or juice..

Join us as we use ICP Daily this month and beyond to support our gut health, immune system and emotions as we start a new year.

Want to try ICP Daily, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Meal Replacements Ditch and Switch - Jan 2022

January's Ditch & Switch

Meal Replacement for

Pure Protein Complete & Balance Complete


As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us this month as we pursue healthy habits and switch out our meal replacements for a cleaner option - Pure Protein Complete.

This delicious protein powder comes in both Vanilla Spice and Chocolate flavors (and they both taste amazing!) and is such a great addition to anyone's fitness regimen. Pure Protein Complete combines a blend of 5 different proteins, amino acids, and ancient pea and apple extract that will leave you full and satisfied. It is high in protein, supports the muscular system, supports the body in building lean muscle, supports energy levels, and is a great post-workout muscle recovery drink.

Why we Love It

  • An excellent source of protein (25 grams)
  • Formulated with a variety of amino acids to support muscle mass
  • Provides protein metabolism support
  • Supports ATP production, the energy currency of the body
  • Helps build lean muscle
  • rBGH-Free Whey and soy-Free
  • Available in Chocolate and Vanilla Spice flavors
  • Versatile enough for smoothies, baking and more!
Pure Protein Complete is a staple in our homes because of its super clean, proprietary five protein blend! It contains amino acids, and ancient pea and apple extract that allows the body to absorb and utilize the nutrients in the powder much more easily.

The foundation of the protein blend is cow and goat whey, pea protein, egg white protein, and organic help seed protein. This specific mix of sources allow for a full range of amino acids, including: D-aspartic acid, Threonine, L-serine, Glutamic acid, Glycine, Alanine, Valine, Methionine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Lysine, Histidine, Arginine, Proline, Hydroxyproline, Cystine, Tryptophan, and Cysteine.

The formula also includes a unique enzyme blend, so when paired with these amino acids, this protein supplement helps support overall protein utilization in the body. And this is of utmost importance when we are focusing on fitness routines and muscle building.

Ancient pea and apple extract, and a powerful B-Vitamin blend are the icing on the cake. Together they support ATP production, the energy currency of the body, which is definitely something we want all year round.

Why Make the Switch

Unfortunately, the majority of protein powders contain ingredients that we don't really want to be consuming. Some contain quite a lot of added sugar (as much as 23 grams per scoop), which can cause an unhealthy spike in blood sugar.

Others contain heavy metals and toxins. In fact, in a study by the Clean Label Project, 134 products were screened for 130 types of toxins. The study found that many protein powders contain heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury), bisphenol-A (BPA, which is used to make plastic), pesticides, or other contaminants with links to cancel and other health conditions. Some toxins were present in significant quantities. For example, one protein powder contained 25 times the allowed limit of BPA.

These are the last things we want to be worried about, especially when we are focusing on creating healthy habits! Because of Young Living's Seed to Seal standard, we can rest assured that the ingredients used are not only clean, they are ethically sourced and good for our bodies and overall health.

To Use Pure Protein Complete:
  • Add 2 scoops to 8 oz of cold water, rice milk, almond milk, or other milk. Then shake well or stir until smooth.
  • Try one of our favorite recipes below.
And if you're looking for something with more fiber and slight cleansing properties, another option would be Balance Complete.

Balance Complete is different from protein powders in that it is a nutritive energizer and a cleanser. It contains brown rice bran, barley grass, and extra virgin coconut oil, so it is high in fiber, protein, and minerals.

This super-food-based meal replacement contains NingXia wolfberry powder, brown rice bran, barely grass, extra virgin coconut oil, aloe vera, cinnamon powder, and Young Living's premium whey protein blend. Balance Complete is high in fiber, high in protein, and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals needed for nutritionally complete meal replacement. It supplies an amazing 11 grams of fiber per serving, absorbs toxins and satisfies the appetite while balancing the body's essential requirements.

  • NingXia wolfberry fruit powder -  one of the highest known antioxidant nutrients that is wonderful for strengthening the immune system and promoting overall wellness, combating carcinogens.
  • Rice bran - rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidant; an excellent source of manganese, selenium and magnesium.
  • Barley grass powder - rich in minerals and antioxidants.
  • Cinnamon powder - super nutrient with amazing support for the immune system; antioxidant and is great for weight support
  • Calcium, Zinc, Chromium, Vitamin B, C, A, E and Biotin - all needed for our bodies to function properly and stay healthy.
To Use Balance Complete:
  • Add two scoops to 8-10 ounces of cold water or milk of your choice. Shake, stir or blend until smooth. For added flavor, add fruit or essential oils or substitute Balance Complete in the smoothie recipes below.
  • For daily health maintenance, replace your leas nutritious meal with Balance Complete.
  • During Young Living's five-day nutritive cleanse, replace your three daily meals with Balance Complete and follow the recommended schedule.
Our Favorite Recipes

Peppermint Mocha Smoothie
  • 1/3 frozen banana or 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower (to decrease carb count)
  • A large handful of organic spinich
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
  • Milk of choice
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitality Essential Oil
  • Ice to taste
  • Blend and go!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1 scoop organic coconut peanut butter
  • Ice to taste
  • Blend and enjoy!
Peppermint Moca or Peppermint Cocoa
  • 6 oz milk of choice, warmed
  • 2 oz strong coffee, brewed (or more as desired)
  • 1/2 to 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete*
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitality essential oil
  • Honey or maple syrup to taste
    • Add ingredients to a large mouth mason jar and blend with an immersion blender until frothy. The protein powder makes a deliciously creamy texture.
    • To make hot cocoa, simply substitute water or extra milk for the coffee. 
    • Not a fan of mint chocolate? Substitute cinnamon bark vitality essential oil or simply omit the oil.
    • *I use a whole scoop for breakfast or trying to get some solid nutrients into my kids (healthy hot cocoa for the win!) Try with 1/2 scoop and add more as desired.
Pumpkin Chocolate Protein Muffins (makes 12)
  • 1/2 of a 15 oz can of pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1.75 cups Pamela's Baking Mix (substitute 1.75 cups gluten-free all purpose flour + 1 tsp baking soda + 3/4 tsp salt instead)
  • 2 tbsp Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality or 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality or 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
    Step 1 - Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    Step 2 - In a mixer, cream together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water, and sugar until well blended.
    Step 3 - In aspirate bowl, whisk together baking mix, protein powder, cinnamon, and spices.
    Step 4 - Stir the ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared muffin tin.
    Step 5 - Bake for 30-35 minutes in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
  • 2 frozen bananas
  • 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete
  • Splash of milk of choice
    Add ingredients to a blender or food processor until it reaches ice cream consistency and enjoy. Top with unsweetened coconut flakes, pecans or fruit if desired.
Chai Latte Smoothie
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
  • 1/3 frozen banana
  • Milk of choice
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 1 drop Cardamom Vitality essential oil
  • Nutmeg Vitality essential oil (swirl a toothpick in the bottle, then into the blended smoothie)
  • Ice to taste
    Add ingredients to a blender (except Nutmeg) and blend well. Top with unsweetened shredded coconut or ground cinnamon.
Vanilla Spice Overnight Oats
  • 1/3 gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
  • 1 scoop Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
  • Just under 1/3 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp cocoa nibs
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
    Stir together and let sit overnight. Top with fruit of choice and enjoy.
Banana Protein Muffins
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 4 scoops Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp almond milk
  • 3 mashed bananas
    Add all dry ingredients together and wet ingredients together then mix. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.
Chocolate Chip Protein Bites (recipe via Oily Rockstars)
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 2 tbsp ground flax seed
  • 3 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
  • 1 cup peanut butter (you can sub any nut butter)
  • 1/4 cup raw honey
  • 2 tbsp milk of choice
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, mix your oats, flaxseed and protein powders together using a fork. Add your peanut butter and hone. Mix to incorporate.
    Step 2 - Add the almond milk. You may need to adjust the amount of almond milk, as you will need your 'dough' to be moldable but not too moist.
    Step 3 - Lastly, add your chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed. Shape into the size balls you want and place on parchment paper.
    Step 4 - Leave to set 10-15 minutes. Store in a container in the fridge.
Vanilla Spice Protein Pancakes
  • 1/2 cup Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
  • 1/2 tsp gluten free baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • scant 1/4 cup unsweetened milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • Pinch of salt
    Mix all ingredients together and cook on a griddle or on the stovetop.

Join us this month as we ditch low quality protein powders and meal replacements for Pure Protein (Vanilla Spice and Chocolate) and Balance Complete, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Essentials for Nov 2021

November Essentials
What should I order?


November is all about giving and thanks, finding gratitude for what is and hoping what is to come. We want to enjoy this season to the fullest by being completely present in each moment and by taking care of ourselves and our families. Join us this month as we use the following products daily to do just that.

Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil - for emotional centering and yummy diffuser blends
Tangerine essential oil - to add to your water, diffusers and DIYs
NingXia Red Combo Pack - packets for you, bottles for gifting
Gratitude essential oil blend - to use as you foster gratitude during the season
ImmuPro Chewable Tablets - for healthy immune systems
OmegaGize Capsules - for healthy hearts and minds

Idaho Blue Spruce Essential Oil

Idaho Blue Sprue is a crowd favorite tree oil with a woodsy blue slightly sweet smell. The oil is steam distilled from the wood, bark, and needles of the Picea pungens tree, an evergreen species native to the central Rocky Mountains.


Considered a sacred tree by Native American tribes in the Northwest, Idaho Blue Spruce was used tratidially for smudging and purification rites. Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil has a grounding, evergreen aroma that can be used during meditation or prayer to enhance your practice and inspire spiritual connection.


Learn more about Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil in November's Oil of the Month post.

Tangerine Essential Oil

Tangerine essential oil is a bright, happy citrus oil that pairs well with just about anything. It has a delightfully sweet aroma that can create a happy, contented mindset when diffused.

Tangerine Vitality essential oil offers a fresh, sweet, citrus flavor that can be used to elevate your favorites sauces, marinades and desserts. It may also provide digestive, lymphatic, and immune support when taken as a dietary supplement, making it an incredible oil for this time of year.

Note: Tangerine and Tangerine Vitality are the same essential oil.

Want to know more? September's Oil Spotlight blog post gives you all the details!
NingXia Red
Antioxidant Drink

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful whole-body supplement. There are MANY reasons we love this wolfberry puree (see the list of blog posts for all the ways).

NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, aronia, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Tangerine and Yuzu essential oils.

The benefits of NingXia Red include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health. A daily shot of 2-4 ounce helps support overall wellness with powerful antioxidants.

Learn more about NingXia Red:
Gratitude Essential Oil Blend

Gratitude is a practice and an attitude, both of which we want to foster year round, but specially during this season.

Gratitude essential blend has an uplifting aroma that fosters gratitude, thankfulness, and contentment. When you concentrate on things you are grateful for instead of things that bother you, you open yourself up to receiving more of your gifts.

Life flows better when your heart and mind are open with gratitude. One great way to do that is to apply and/or diffuse Gratitude essential oil blend while journaling, during prayer or during meditation.

Enjoy this blend of Grand Fir, Frankincense, Coriander, Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vetiver, and Geranium, with us as we focus on gratitude this month and beyond.

Learn more about Gratitude blend (which is free with purchase this month) in November's How to Use blog post and how to use Gratitude in these yummy diffuser recipes.
ImmuPro Tablets

ImmuPro is a power-packed supplement that combines multiple immune support ingredients including naturally derived NingXia wolfberry polysaccharides as well as a unique blend of reishi, maitake, and agarics blazei mushroom powders to deliver powerful antioxidant activity to react the damaging effects of oxidative stress from free radicals.

ImmuPro also provides zinc and selenium for proper immune function, along with other chelated minerals that emerging science suggests are more easily absorbed by the body. It also delivers melatonin, which encourages restful sleep by promoting the body's natural sleep rhythm. Sleep is essential when the immune system needs to get its defenses going, making ImmuPro a favorite this time of year.

Read more about ImmuPro in this Supplement Spotlight bog post.
OmegaGize Capsules

We have all heard how important fish oil and omegas are for our health, but it can be so difficult to find a clean, sustainable source. Young Living has done that for us.

OmegaGize combines the power of three core daily supplements: omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D3, and CoQ1-(ubiquinone). These supplements combine with a proprietary enhancement essential oil blend to create an omega-3, DHA -rich fish oil supplement that can support cardiovascular health and general wellness. Used daily, these ingredients work synergistically to support normal brain, heart, eye, and joint health.

Learn more about OmegaGize in this month's Supplement Spotlight.

Want to try the essentials for November (Idaho Blue Spruce, Tangerine, NingXia Red Combo Pack, Gratitude, ImmuPro, and OmegaGize), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Gratitude Oil Spotlight - Nov 2021

Gratitude Essential Oil

Oil Spotlight for November

Gratitude essential oil blend has an uplifting aroma that fosters gratitude, thankfulness, and contentment. Life simply flows better when your heart and mind are open and grounded with gratitude.

Each month we focus on using an oil everyday to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in November. My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.

Just a Drop of Gratitude

Gratitude essential oil blend contains nine essential oils and has a spiritual aroma that promotes gratitude, thankfulness, and appreciation, helping foster a positive attitude and attracting all that is good in your life.
  • Has a uplifting and nurturing aroma that is perfect for daily use
  • Is a wonderful addition to your daily gratitude practice. Pair this oil blend with a daily gratitude journal.
  • Pairs well with Harmony, Forgiveness, Joy, Tangerine, Stress Away, Valor, and White Angelica essential oils
  • A great addition to the Feelings Collection kit
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Gratitude is a blend of Grand Fir, Frankincense, Coriander, Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vetiver, and Geranium essential oils.
  • Idaho Grand Fir - opens emotional blocks and helps energize the spirit
  • Frankincense - carries historical and biblical significance as a grounding and uplifting aroma
  • Coriander - supports healthy digestion, which is often affected in emotional stress, also supports a healthy immune system
  • Myrrh - a holy anointing oil, Myrrh supports the endocrine and limbic system allowing it to support both emotions and hormones. According to legend, Myrrh also possesses the frequency of wealth.
  • Ylang Ylang - balances the energy within the body and promotes reaction and conficence
  • Bergamot - this sweet, spicy citrus oil is uplifting and calming and helps combat stress and anxious thoughts
  • Northern Lights Black Spruce - this favorite tree oils incredibly grounding & relaxing and helps to clear the mind.
  • Vetiver - high in sesquiterpenes, Vetiver helps to calm the central nervous system to a state of focus or meditation and eases anxious thoughts.
  • Geranium - this floral oil helps balance hormones, promotes relaxation and supports the liver (which is where negative emotions such as anger are stored).

Key Constituents

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties.

  • Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind
  • Beta pinene - helps support the adrenal glands, which are responsible for our 'fight or flight' response
  • Linalool - can support the body during injury and sickness and helps relieve stress
  • Bornyl acetate - may help calm and focus the mind
Gratitude and Emotions
Gratitude is different than thankfulness. You can feel thankful but in order to express gratitude, you will have to tell or show someone else how you feel. Gratitude is moving into a place where you are acting on your emotion and belief. We have each been given powerful and amazing gifts of life and purpose. Are we acting on the truth of seeing what we have been given?

Gratitude Oil helps us to release old patterns of feelings "it is not safe' to be ourselves and to live in our circumstances. If you think about it, gratefulness is our way out. When we are grateful for even the most difficult and undeserved situations from our past, it help us to release them and move on into a new present.

We have learned, grown, been stretched, and that situation has served its purpose to make us who we are. It no longer needs to have any hold over us. We are safe to move forward and leave it behind. We are also safe to reveal who we truly are and those meant to journey with us wills that and choose to embrace us.

Daily Habits with Gratitude

Diffuse this uplifting aroma while inviting feelings of emotional and spiritual progress.

Use it during meditation, yoga, or personal spiritual practice while you uplift and elevate your feelings of gratitude. This can be a powerful practice when you combine Gratitude oil with daily intentions. A gratitude journal is a wonderful place to start.

Apply 1-3 drops topically behind the ears, over the heart, on your wrists, back of neck and base of spine.

Diffuse while beginning your day with an open, uplifting mindset of appreciation.


DIFFUSE

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and add the uplifting aroma of Gratitude to the day.

  • Thankful Heart: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Tangerine + 2 drops Frankincense
  • Enlightened: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Joy
  • Meditation Space: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 3 drops Sacred Frankincense or Sacred Sandalwood
  • Visionary: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Valor + 2 drops Lime
Companion Products

Join us in using Grounding daily this season to create great daily habits that supports our overall health - physical, mental, and emotional.


Want to try Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

The Basics - Where to Apply Your Oils

The Basics Series
Where to Apply Your Oils?

If you're not sure how to get started using essential oils and natural products, you're in the right place! Not only is site full of resources, recipes, DIYs, tips and tricks just for you, we've got you covered with this printable card that you can print out and keep right next to your oil stash or save directly to your phone.

Each Young Living essential oil bottle has dilution recommendations printed right on the label. Some oils that are very gentle, like Lavender and Copaiba, don't require dilution except for the most sensitive skin. Most oils will be diluted in equal parts with a carrier oil, like V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex, but some are 'hot' oils and can cause a tingling sensation if applied without a carrier. These include Thieves, Peppermint, and Oregano among others and are usually diluted more. Of course, you can always dilute more or less depending on your personal preference.

  • Energy & Focus - crown of your head, back of your neck, chest or forearms
  • Respiratory Support - behind your ears, down the spine, check, neck and throat
    Immune Support - down the spine, bottoms of the feet, Vitality oils internally
  • Restful Sleep - big toe, forearms, forehead, wrists
  • Focus - temples, back of neck, around your ears
  • Emotional support - rub oils in hands and breathe in deeply, over the heart, behind and on the ears
  • Overwhelm - lower back, back of neck, shoulders and neck
  • Digestion - 1-2 drops in the belly button, rub clockwise on the stomach
A couple of quick tips:
  • Add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment to your favorite, most used oils to make them convenient roll-ons. If you have an oil you like to dilute, wait until its 1/3 or 1/2 empty then add a carrier and a Roller Fitment.
  • Make your own roller blends using your favorite oils, carrier oils and empty 10 mL roller bottles (or empty 5 mL and 15 mL bottles too). This way you can easily take them with you wherever you go.
  • Keep pre-diluted blends on hand for all ages in your household.
  • Pair topical use of your oils with diffusing and internal use, especially for acute needs.
Print this guide and keep it handy!

And if you're looking for supplies to make some of your favorite DIYs, check out my The Basics - DIY Supplies List for a list of where to purchase some of our favorite DIY supplies.

Want to give it a try, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

NingXia Red Ditch and Switch in Nov 2021

NingXia Red Hostess Gift

November's Ditch & Switch


As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us as we share the gift of health and switch a conventional hostess gift of wine to one full of great benefits - NingXia Red. 

We love loving on our friends and family, and what better way to say thank you for hosting than to give them something special and delicious that can benefit their health in a huge way! Especially during a season where we are consuming more sugar and have a busier schedule, we want to do everything we can to give our bodies the good stuff they need. For more information, check out September's blog on NingXia Red.

Enter the NingXia Red Hostess Gift.

Why we Love It

NingXia Red is an excellent whole-food source of nutrients that tastes great, gives energy and strengthens the body without harmful stimulates. It also has an amazing low glycemic index of 11 that does not spike the blood sugar levels and makes a mean cocktail. NingXia Red...

  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
  • Provides energy support
  • Is a HUGE source of antioxidants
  • Supports brain and joint health
  • Supports healthy hormone levels
  • Supports healthy blood sugar levels
  • Can help curb sugar cravings
Key Ingredients

NingXia Red is rich in ellagic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it has 18 amino acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and Vitamins B1, B2, B6, and E. It contains Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon, and Orange essential oils that enhance the taste and add great health benefits.

Gift Ideas

  • Place a bottle of NingXia Red in a lovely reusable wine gift bag and tie with twine and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
  • Pair a bottle of NingXia Red with a festive dish towel and simple handmade sugar scrub to keep at the kitchen sink.
  • Make a hostess gift basket. The best thing about this is you can scale it however you like! Find a wicker to tin basket with a handle (thrift stores are great for this) and add any of the following:
    • A bottle or two of NingXia Red
    • A fresh rosemary plant in a ceramic or tin pot
    • A festive dish towel or pot holder
    • A Tranquil or Stress Away roller
    • A CBD Calm roller
    • Your favorite DIY roller blend
    • A small diffuser and premade diffuser blend
    • Homemade vanilla extract or an infused olive oil
    • A set of beeswax taper candles or a beeswax jar candle
    • A festive flavor of sparkling water to add to the NingXia Red
    • A set of fun, festive glassware
Check out these amazing DIYs, like NingXia Gummies, Smoothie bowls, and Chia Seed pudding, for more ways to use NingXia Red. And include a instructional card for this NingXia Spritzer.

Take a picture of your NingXia Red hostess gifts and tag us on Instagram @oilisliving so we can see how beautiful they are!

Want to know why we are ditching the wine for NingXia Red (besides all the health benefits)? How about a little wine background...

A few notes on Wine

Did you know that the only thing required to be on a wine label is the percentage of alcohol it contains? And even that doesn't have to be completely accurate. None of the fillers, additives or colorants used in the wine have to be disclosed.

Which sounds a little scary if we're being honest! Let's take a look at exactly what is in convention wines (yes, even the organic ones). You might be surprised.

Additives are added to wine to change the flavor, add coloring, increase sweetness anymore. And they aren't disclosed on the ingredients label either. Some commonly used additives (that are also approved by the FDA) include:
  • Sugars
  • Sulfites
  • Colorings like Mega Purple and Ultra Red
  • Tartaric acid
  • Yeast products
  • Food grade dry ice
  • Acetaldehyde
  • Albumen (egg white)
  • Milk products (pasteurized whole, skim, or half-and-half)
  • Silica gel (colloidal silicon dioxide)
  • Soy flour
  • Defoaming agents (polyoxyethylene 40 monosterarate, silicon dioxide, dimethylpoly-siloxane, sorbitan monosterarate, glyceryl mono-oleate and glyceryl dioleate)
  • The FDA has approved more than 70 additives that can be found in wine
These additives have to be below a certain level, but we know from our experience with household chemicals and cleaners that small exposures over time can be harmful as well. And this list doesn't even account for the pesticides sprayed the grapes themeslves.

With all the additives, the pesticides and even the naturally occurring constituents in grapes that come out during fermentation, it's no wonder wine (especially red wine) is the culprit for headaches. Tannins, sulfites and histamine are likely the instigators here. Tannins spur the release of the neurotransmitter serotonin which at high levels can cause headaches. Sulfites (yep, even in organic wines) can trigger headaches, asthma and allergic reactions. Histamine dilates blood vessels and can cause headaches that way. To make matters worse, some people lack the enzyme that helps metabolize histamine, which may make them more prone to wine headaches. Oy!

It's not all doom and gloom though. And we're not saying you can never have wine, but just like anything else we want to always be aware of what we are putting in our bodies.

Join us this month as we switch out conventional hostess gifts for the gift of health and NingXia Red.

Want to try NingXia Red, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Omegagize Supplement Spotlight - Nov 2021

OmegaGize

Supplement Spotlight

We have all heard how wonderful fish oil can be for our health, and many people are supplementing with fish oil. Unfortunately, it is incredibly difficult to find a high quality fish oil supplement that is free of mercury, sustainably sourced, and contains bioavailable Vitamin D.


Enter OmegaGize. Young Living's OmegaGize is an incredible, sustainably sourced fish oil supplement full of healthy Omegas, Vitamin D, and CoQ10 that supports heart, brain, eye and joint health.

Why We Love OmegaGize

  • Supports cardiovascular and skeletal health
  • Supports normal, healthy brain function
  • Supplies critical EPA and DHA nutrients
  • Supports normal immune response and antioxidant levels
  • Promotes normal eye, skin, and joint health
  • Infused with Clove, German Chamomile and Spearmint essential oils
  • Trifecta of Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin D and CoQ10
OmegaGize combines the power of three core daily supplements: Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D3, and CoQ10 (ubiquinone) in one capsule. The formula is further enhanced with essential oils to create an incredible omega-3, DHA-rich fish oil supplement. When used daily, these ingredients work synergistically to support normal brain, heart, eye, and joint health as well as overall health and wellness.

OmegaGize Sourcing
Sadly, conventional fish oil supplements are full of synethic fillers, artificial colorants and flavors and are irresponsibly sourced. Some even contain levels of Mercury you don't want to be consuming. Not OmegaGize - Young Living's supplements are the purest, cleanest ones around.

The fish oil complex in OmegaGize is derived from some of the cleanest waters on the planet. OmegaGize capsules are rigorously tested to ensure a lack of these pollutants. Even the capsule of OmegaGize is ocean-derived ensuring the best quality and no fishy taste!

"The oil in OmegaGize is produced from carefully selected wild-caught Peruvian and Chilean coastal marine fish oil, one of the cleanest ocean areas in the world. Consisting mainly of anchovy, sardine, mackerel, skipjack, yellowfin, albacore and bigeye fish species. The fish oil used in OmegaGize is in triglycerides form (research shows this is the best form). All of the ingredients used in their products are heavily reviewed and inspected for the highest quality. Their vendors are audited and their ingredients are tested in-house to ensure they only offer the most beneficial products."

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
The human body can make most of the types of fats it needs from other fats or raw materials, but that isn't the case for omega-3 fatty acids. These are essential fats, meaning the body can't make them from scratch and must get them from outside sources. Even if your diet is high in wild-caught fish, you still need supplementation.

Omega 3s are an integral part of cell membranes throughout the body and affect the function of the cell receptors in these membranes. that means they are vital for all of our cellular functioning and are especially important during pregnancy. Omega 3s provide the starting point for making hormones that regulate blood clotting, contraction and relaxation of artery walls, and inflammation.

Research has shown that Omega 3s can 
  • Help prevent heart disease and stroke
  • Support a healthy heart and blood pressure
  • support healthy hormone levels (by aiding the body in keeping the cellular receptor sites (where hormones bind) repaired and in optional condition
  • Support auto-immune needs and conditions
  • Support the body's natural response to inflammation
  • support the body's natural response to joint pain
  • Assist the body in hormone productions associated with mood disorders
  • support to those with ADHD and focus needs
  • Support normal brain and nerve function which is important for older individual
Other Key Ingredients

Vitamin D - is an essential supplement for optimal brain health, hormone levels, bone and joint health, and overall well-being. Vitamin D also plays a role in our immunity and general wellness. It can be hard to get enough Vitamin D each day through sun exposure and food alone, so taking supplements can help. And since Vitamin D is fat-soluble, it need to be taken in the presence of fatty acids for proper absorption. OmegaGize has all that covered for us!

Research shows that Vitamin D
  • Supports your immunity
  • Helps regulate mood and fight depression
  • Helps support the body's natural response to inflammation in the body
  • Supports normal growth and development of bones and teeth
CoQ10 - is a powerful antioxidant that supports every cell in the body. We can think of CoQ10 like a battery for our cells, helping with the production and exchange of energy. It is a great addition to OmegaGize because the two work synergistically to improve the health benefits of both supplements.

CoQ10 helps to facilitate the production of ATP, the energy currency within the body. Every cell within the body utilizes ATP to perform its functions, so a lack of CoQ10 could cause a shortage of energy to every cell and system in the body. CoQ10 levels naturally decline with age, making supplementation a great health habit.

Several studies show that CoQ10
  • Helps protect the body from free radical damage
  • Produces energy your body needs for cell growth and maintenance
  • Boost the immune system
Clove essential oil - Cloves have long been used in eastern medicine for its health promoting properties. Clove essential oil is a powerful antioxidant that supports overall heart health

Spearmint essential oil - is high in carvone and limonene, spearmint is wonderful for digestive health and soothing intestinal discomfort.

German Chamomile essential oil - is a powerful antioxidant that supports healthy cholesterol levels, support liver and gallbladder health and supports the body's natural response to inflammation.

Vitamin E (as rice bran oil) - minimizes free radical damage within the body, promoting healthy cell function and overall health.

OmegaGize and Cardiovascular Health
We are always thinking about cholesterol from the diet. Most people don't realize that cholesterol in the body comes from two places: from the diet and from your internal production of cholesterol. Cholesterol is quite important to your body, because cholesterol is one of the major components of cell membranes. It's also the precursor for all the sex hormones. Its not all bad. Its just bad when there's too much and that depends on what kind of cholesterol is out of balance as well.

The primary way that omega-3 fatty acids support heart health is through their ability to reduce triglyceride levels. Triglycerides are a type of storage cholesterol in the body. When we eat, our bodies convert any unused calories into triglycerides and store the in fat cells. Later, hormones release the triglycerides for energy between meals. When triglycerides levels become too high, this can cause health problems, so most clinicians will monitor triglyceride levels along with other cholesterol levels. Omega-3 fatty acids are a simple may to help support healthy triglycerides levels. Omega-3 fatty acids may also modestly raise HDL ('good' or 'protective' cholesterol) levels.

The vast majority of Americans needing support for healthy cholesterol levels are taking a 'statin' prescription drug to lower cholesterol. Here is some food for though on that topic.

"At least 1 in 4 American adults over the age of 40 are currently taking a statin drug to lower their cholesterol. Soon that number is expected to reach 1 in 3. Statins work by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is one of the facilitators of your body's production of cholesterol. But statins also impair production of CoQ10, and the resulting depletion can have very severe consequences.

"This is a very important topic," Shulman says. "Many who take statins have the side effects of muscle pain, fatigue and memory loss - to such a point that compliance becomes and issue; people don't want to be on statins anymore. It's been documented and recognized medically that these are real effects and that they're due to the statins. What's actually happening? The way a statin works is that it blocks your body's production of cholesterol."

Besides shutting down your body's ability to produce ubiquinone, statin drugs also shut down the conversion of Vitamin K1 to Vitamin K2, which is critically important in many body function, including heart health.

Imparing these three pathways - the production of cholesterol and CoQ10, and the Vitamin K1 to K2 conversion - has adverse effects on the production of energy and on cardiovascular health. And here's why: when you reduce your ubiquinone levels, the conversion of your food to energy becomes less efficient, which leads to lower energy, fatigue, and muscle pains.

And the longer you're on a statin drug, the more ubiquinone-starved your body becomes and the more severe the side effects become. Recently published papers have also detailed the cardiovascular repercussions of statins. As it turns out, they actually end up causing many of the diseases endpoints the drugs promised to prevent."

OmegaGize and Emotional Health

Several studies have shown the importance of omega-3 fatty acids when it comes to emotional health, especially in females and especially during pregnancy and the surrounding time frame. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for cell growth and development, and they assist with mental clarity - functions that are often 'off' during times of increased emotional need or stress.

Studies have also found that reduced omega-3 status may predispose individuals towards needing mood support as well as other conditions. As always, we want to do all we can to stay able the health line and support our bodies on a daily basis, so supplementing with OmegaGize is a great staring point! If you're needing extra support, we always recommend finding a healthcare provider that you love and trust.

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How To Use

  • Take 2-4 capsules 2 times daily.
  • Do no exceed 8 capsules per day.
  • Store in a cool, dark place.

Join us this month as we use OmegaGize this month and beyond to support overall wellness and emotional health!

Want to try OmegaGize, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

AminoWise Supplement Spotlight - Sept 2021

AminoWise

Supplement Spotlight

AminoWise is our favorite supplement for the recovery after workout - think of this as a natural Gatorade! It is wolfberry lemonade-flavored drink mix that contains branched-chain amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals to provide the nutrients you need to optimize your workout recovery.

AminoWise enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targed formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals.

It tastes amazing and contains all the good stuff and none of the bad. Its formulated with branch chain amino acids and contains three key blends that combine to support your muscles during and after exercise, help fight fatigue, and enhance your recovery.

  • Muscle Performance Blend: includes branch-chain amino acids that helps build and repair muscles
  • Recovery Blend: includes NingXia wolfberry powder with Lemon and Lime premium essential oils that help reduce the lactic acid
  • Hydration Blend: features electrolytes that replace vital minerals lost during exercise.
Why we love AminoWise

  • Amino acids and antioxidants help with fatigue and enhance muscle recovery during and after exercise
  • Aids in reducing muscle fatigue by reducing exercise-induced lactic acid
  • Helps support the production of nitric oxide, which can improve vascular blood flow, enhancing recovery and performance
  • Contains branched-chain amino acids, which have been shown to aid in preventing muscle catabolism from excercise
  • Supports hydration by replenishing important minerals lost during exercise
  • Good source of Vitamin E and Zinc
  • No preservatives, synthetic colors, or artificial flavors
  • No added sugar or artificial sweetener
Why are Amino Acids Important?

Amino acids are classified as non-essential amino acids (you produce them on your own), conditionally essential amino acids (can usually be produced by your body), and essential amino acids (EAAs cannot be made by the body so you must get them through diet or supplementation).

Of the EAAs, three are superstars - the branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) - leucine, isoleucine, and valine. BACCs make up about 35% of your muscle tissue.

Your ability to maintain, or even build lean body mass, or muscle, is based on the levels of protein synthesis and protein breakdown throughout the day. As we age, protein breakdown tends to accelerate. To slow the protein breakdown you can eat more high quality protein and supplement with EAAs.

Because your level of muscle mass plays a significant role in longevity, anything that increases protein synthesis or decreases protein breakdown can support your quality of life through your lifespan. Since amino acids play such an essential role in building and maintaining lean body mass, they must be a consistent part of a health diet. 

Here is a really informative article for a deeper dive!

To Use
Mix 1 scoop with 8 oz of water and consume during or after exercise or as desired as part of your daily wellness routine
NingXia Red Electrolyte Drink
  • 1 cup water or coconut water
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 scoop AminoWise
  • 1-2 drops YL Vitality oil of choice (Tangerine, Orange, Lime, Citrus Fresh, Grapefruit)
If you want to take it up a notch, here are some BONUS ingredients you can add to the recipe above that make this drink even more packed with good things:
  • 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp coconut oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 drop YL Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Mix all ingredients in a blender with some ice (or just mix in a blender bottle or mason jar) for one of the most refreshing drinks EVER!

Join us this month as we use AminoWise this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our bodies and muscles with the good things!

Want to try AminoWise, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Essentials for Sept 2021

September Essentials
What should I order?


Ready, Set, Red. September is all about creating great health habits, specifically using our beloved NingXia Red. Join us this month as we use the following products daily to support our health and wellness as we head into the fall and winter.

Tangerine essential oil - to calm, focus & uplift
NingXia Red - for overall health & energy
NingXia Nitro - for energy & mental clarity
AminoWise - for muscle support & recovery
ImmuPower essential oil - to support the immune system
Clove essential oil - antioxidant support & yummy diffuser blends

Tangerine Essential Oil

Tangerine essential oil has a sweet scent that can create a happy, contented mindset when diffused. This versatile oil is wonderful for the emotions, helps purify the air of odors, promotes healthy hair and skin, and smells wonderful in so many diffuser blends.

Taken internally, it offers a fresh, sweet citrus flavor and can provide digestive, lymphatic, and immune support. This is an oil we definitely want in our homes and in our bodies.

Learn more about Tangerine essential oil in the September's Oil of the Month post.

NingXia Red

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine with this powerful, whole-body supplement. This wolfberry puree is infused with essential oils and also contain plum, arena  cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts - it is so packed with superfoods to support overall wellness.

The benefits of NingXia Red include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health.

Want to learn more about the health benefits of NingXia Red, then check out September's Product Spotlight blog.
NingXia Nitro

With ingredients specifically crafted to kick it up a notch, NingXia Nitro is the absolute perfect solution when you've started your day at the crack of dawn and need to rev your energy storage. Or when you're seriously suffering from that afternoon slump, or you simply need to tackle a to-do list a mile long - NingXia Nitro has your back.

Learn more about NingXia Nitro in this month's Ditch and Switch blog post.
AmminoWise

AminoWise is our favorite supplement for recovery after workouts - think of this as a natural Gatorade. It is a wolfberry lemonade-flavored drink mix that contains branched-chain amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals to provide the nutrients you need to optimize your workout recovery.

AminoWise enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targeted formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals.

Learn more about AminoWise in September's Supplement Spotlight.
ImmuPower
Essential Oil Blend

The name this blend says it all! ImmuPower is a combination of powerful essential oils, including Hyssop, Mountain Savory, Cistus, Camphor, Frankincense, Oregano, Clove, Cumin, and Dorado Azul.

This oil blend is a mainstay for you to be supported above the wellness line.

Clove Essential Oil

Clove essential oil has a warm, inviting aroma that is perfect as we head into the cooler months. Diffuse with Tangerine, Nutmeg, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla and/or Thieves for an incredible blend that supports overall health and wellness.

Clove also provides cleansing properties and can be added to Thieves dental products to maintain oral health. When taken internally, it contains antioxidants and can provide immune and general wellness support.

Want to try the essentials for September (Tangerine essential oil, NingXia Red, NingXia Nitro, AminoWise, ImmuPower essential oil, Clove essential oil), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

NingXia Red Product Spotlight - Sept 2021

Lets Learn More

About NingXia Red!

It's no secret that we are crazy about NingXia Red, and here are all there reasons why. NingXia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement drink made from wolberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, arena  and pomegranate juices, grape seed extract, Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon and Orange essential oils, stevia and pure vanilla extract for flavor.


Besides the great taste, NingXia Red has some amazing health benefits. It has the highest known protection against the dangerous superoxide free radicals, as documented in the S-ORAC test conducted by Brunswick Laboratories.

Let's talk antioxidants. That word gets thrown around a lot as we discuss wellness, but what does it really mean? Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products), which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals.

NingXia Red is rich in ellagic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it has 18 animo acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and vitamins B1, B2, B3 and E. It is an excellent whole-food source of nutrients that gives energy and strength to the body without harmful stimulants. It also has an amazing low glycemic index of 11 that does not spike the blood sugar levels.

In Short, NingXia Red:
  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
  • Energy support
  • HUGE source of antioxidants
  • Support brain and join health
  • Support healthy hormone levels
  • Support healthy blood sugar levels
  • Can help curb sugar cravings
Why do we Love it?
Why are we so huge on our NingXia Red? Because, honestly, we're better people when we drink it. Sound a little far-fetch?

Think about it...
Do cars run better when fueled by the right gas? Why do we expect our bodies to run on second-rate, pressed, non-fuel? We get work out, our digestive systems get tired, our cells get dirty, and we need something we can assimilate quickly and easily to go to work. NingXia Red gives our bodies the boost we need.

Who should use NingXia Red? Everyone!
We love 2 ounces daily for kids and 2-4 ounces daily for adults.

Yummy Recipes:
NingXia Immune Booster - Fill a glass with the following
  • 1/3 full with organic apple juice (or water)
  • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 tsp organic elderberry syrup (make your own and infuse it with essential oils!)
NingXia Spritzer - add to a glass and stir:
  • 1 can sparkling water in your favorite flavor
  • 1/3 to 1/2 bottle of kombucha
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • 1-2 drops citrus vitality oils (Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Lime, etc)

NingXia Lunchbox

Freeze your NingXia packets, then pack in your kid's lunchbox. Doubles as an ice pack! Add in a cute straw and its a fun and healthy lunchtime treat.

Join us as we boost our overall wellness and develop healthy daily habits with NingXia Red everyday this month. 

Want to try NingXia Red, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

NingXia Nitro Ditch and Switch - Sept 2021

NingXia Nitro

September Ditch & Switch


As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us as we switch out sugary, stimulant-laden drinks for the natural energy of NingXia Nitro.

With ingredients specifically crafted to kick it up a notch, NingXia Nitro is the absolute perfect solution when you've started your day at the crack of dawn and need to rev your energy storage, or when you're seriously suffering from that afternoon slump, or you simply need to tackle a to-do list a mile long - NingXia Red has your back!

NingXia Nitro is a delicious wolfberry drink infused with essential oils, botanical extracts, D-ribose, Korean ginseng, and green tea extract to increase cognitive alertness, enhance mental fitness and support overall performance. When you need a pick-me-up, turn to NingXia Nitro to improve your physical performance, increase you overall energy reserves, sharpen your mind, and become more focused.

Key Ingredients in NingXia Nitro
  • NingXia Nitro Juice: cherry, kiwi, blueberry, black currant, raspberry, strawberry, cranberry juices which are packed full of antioxidants to help support our bodies, especially when they are running low.
  • Nitro Energy Blend: D-ribose, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Choline, Potassium, Green tea extract, mulberry leaf extract, Korean Ginseng extract and wolfberry seed oil. All of these are plant-derived vitamins and herbs that help support energy levels naturally.
    • D-ribose: essential to help build ATP in the body. ATP is the body's energy currency. You need it to, you know, take a breath, have a heartbeat and for a neuron to fire.
    • Korean Ginsing: well studied for its ability to support normal cognition.
    • Green Tea Extract: NATURALLY OCCURRING source of caffeine. There's approximately 30 mg of caffeine per tube.
    • B Vitamins: Critical for normal neuron function. They also help support normal cognitive/brain function.
    • Choline: Helps support cell membrane structure and is an essential building block for neurotransmitters, in particular - Acetylcholine. Acetylcholine helps tone down the body and tells the body that its okay to relax. It also supports the body's ability to make good memories and to retain memories.
  • Nitro Alert Blend: vanilla, chocolate, Yerba mate, spearmint, peppermint, nutmeg and black pepper. These oils are great for digestion, supporting the adrenal system (the 'fight or flight' system that is often turned on too much, especially in the face of constant stress, exposure to computer screens, demanding jobs, etc) and improving energy levels.
Why We Love it
  • Supports alertness
  • Promotes cognitive fitness
  • Supports physical fitness
  • Great source of Iodine
Sadly, conventional energy drinks are filled with ingredients that are actually harmful to our health. Energy drinks are widely promoted as products that increase energy and enhance mental alertness and physical performance. Next to multivitamins, energy drinks are the most popular dietary supplement consumed by American means and young adults.

Large amounts of caffeine may cause serious heart and blood vessel problems such as heart rhythm disturbances and increases in heart rate and blood pressure. Caffeine also may harm children's still-developing cardiovascular and nervous system digestive problems, and dehydration.

Energy drinks often also contain high amounts of sugar. A single 16 ounce container of an energy drink may contain 54 to 62 grams of added sugar. This exceeds the maximum amount of added sugars recommended for an entire day.

Overall, energy drinks are associated with sugar crashes, energy slumps and caffeine withdrawal. Thankfully, we have a natural, health-supporting options that works even better!

To Use
  • Consume directly from the tube or mix with 1 ounce of NingXia Red or 4 ounces of water
  • Best served chilled
  • Consume to enhance physical performance
  • Enjoy anytime you need a pick-me-up
  • Drink when you need to clear your mind
Mommy's Midday Mix (aka the Mommy Mojito)
  • 2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 NingXia Nitro
  • Coconut water
  • Mineral water
  • 1 drop Lime essential oil
Join us this month as we switch out sugary, stimulant-laden drinks for the natural energy of NingXia Nitro.

Want to try NingXia Nitro, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

 
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