supplements

August is all about the Little Oilers and supporting them well! Here are a few items we are using this month and beyond to support their (and our) physical, mental and emotional health everyday.

Sometimes life can be big and scary for children, but they have the power to face all of life's bit and little challenges. Sometimes they just need help discovering that power inside themselves.

KidPower is a unique, everyday blend formulated to help inspire feelings of confidence, courage, and positivity at home, at school, or on the playground... 

But it's not just for kids. This blend is also amazing for adults and makes a wonderful perfume.

Learn more about KidPower essential oil blend in the August's Oil of the Month post.

KidScents MightyZyme

Lean more about MightyZyme in this month's Supplement Spotlight blog post.

KidScents Toothpaste

KidScents Roll-On Collection

• GeneYus - to create an atmosphere of creativity and alertness
• KidPower - to inspire feelings of confidence, courage, and optimism
• Owie - naturally soothes minor ouchies and boo boo's
• SleeyIze - to help little ones settle down at night
• SniffleEase - for naturally soothing vapors
• TummyGize - to help comfort tummy troubles

Seedlings Calm

Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream

Want to try the essentials for August (KidScents KidPower, KidScents MightyZyme, KidScents Toothpaste, KidScents Roll-on Collection, Seedlings Calm Essential Oil Blend, Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

MightyZyme

Supplement Spotlight

Enzymes are crucial to our health and digestion, and in an ideal world our foods would be rich in natural enzymes. Unfortunately the average diet and even the soil quality. Without these little workers, we are not assimilating the nutrients that we need, and we all know that growing bodies need those nutrients!

• help your cells communicate well with each other.
• are protein molecules that are manufactured by all plant and animal cells. All cells require enzymes to survive and function.
• help keep cell growth, life and death under control (this is so important!).
• are need for more than 4,000 biochemical reactions in the body.
• are responsible for every chemical reaction in our bodies.
• allow our cells to build up and break down molecules in our bodies!

• Digestion - Enzymes break down food so the body can digest it.
• Metabolism - Enzymes help properly metabolize the food so the body can use the nutrients from the food.
• Respiration - Enzymes assist in getting oxygen to where it is needed.
• Nutrient absorption and transportation - Enzymes help the nutrient get to where they are needed.
• Detoxification - Enzymes keep toxic sludge from building up in the body.
• Muscle Movement - Enzymes assist in helping the brain communicate with the muscles.
• Hormone Production - Enzymes assist in helping the body produce hormones that in turn keep the body functioning.
• Cell Repair - Enzymes assist in repairing cells which can lead to youthful skin.
• Cell Division - Enzymes help keep cell division at a normal, healthy rate.

MightyZymes to the rescue!

These are all the things we want for ourselves and our kids' growing bodies. KidScents MightyZyme contains enzymes that naturally occur in the body that support and assist the digestive needs of growing bodies and the normal digestion of foods.

• Gut health and digestion
• Focus and attention
• Mood and disposition
• Energy levels

• Take 1 tablet, three times a day prior to or with meals.
• For relief of occasional symptoms including fullness, pressure, bloating, stuffed feeling (commonly referred to as gas), pain and/or minor cramping that may occur after eating.
• MightlyZyme aren't just for kids! If you are looking for a chewable enzyme, this is for you too.

Join us this month as we use MightyZyme this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our children (and ourselves!) 

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

SulfurZyme

Supplement Spotlight

What is SulfurZyme?

Sulfurzyme is a unique combination of MSM ( the protein-building compound found in breast milk, fresh fruits and vegetables) and NingXia wolfberry. Together, they create a new concept in balancing the immune system and supporting almost every major function of the body. MSM has the ability to equalize water inside the cells, which is. considerable benefit for those needing join support.

- excerpt from the Essential Oil Desk Reference, Life Science.

If you have skin, hair, nails, or joints (and we hope you do), you are likely not getting enough of this compound. We and brittle nails, hair that doesn't grow or isn't healthy, joints that are painful, and skin issues can all be giant billboard signs telling you that you need more nutrition in this area. Skin that is ultra sensitive to the topical use of oils can be another telltale sign. This one supplement (capsules or powder) can do so much to help you benefit from everything else you are doing with our oils to increase your health.

1. Helps treat Arthritis Symptoms - As a supplement, its common to pair MSM with glucosamine and other joint supporting ingredients, like chondroitin, in a single formula. Controlling inflammation, and providing sulfur are conventional methods of supporting joints and assisting those suffering from Osteoarthritis conditions. Arthritis Research UK alone references several MSM trials for osteoarthritis.
2. Makes Skin Healthier - Hair, skin, and nail cells all contain large amounts of keratin, which contains sulfur and needs it to stay strong. Boosting keratin production helps you fight back int he battle against aging, protects you against wrinkles, stretch marks, and sunburns and helps the skin heal faster.
3. Eases Menstrual Cycle Pain - Menstrual pain is usually caused by the swelling of the Fallopian tubes, the ovaries or the womb as it prepares itself to house an egg. Cramps can cooer either while the lining is constructed or while it is falling away. MSM can reduce the swelling and soothe the pain caused by the inflammation.
4. Helps Treats IBD - There are studies that prove MSM is an effective treatment against certain inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and Colitis.
5. Improves the Immune System - MSM helps reduce swelling and sooth inflammations. Oxidative stress can lead to pain and discomfort and can lead to the progression of other diseases. That sulfur in MSM helps fortify the muscle and soothe the stress on the joints leading to better muscular function all around. It also contains antioxidants that help tackle the free radicals that damage you immune system.

FAQ

• Can pregnant and nursing women take this supplement?
• Most believe it is safe and beneficial for both mother and baby. Please do you own research and make a decision based on what you feel is best as the mother.
• Can kids or pets take this supplement?
• Yes! And with great benefit. The powder version is easy to slip into other foods or drinks.
• What's the difference in the powder and the capsule?
• The only difference is that the powder contains Stevia as a sweetener to enhance the taste and then each contains the needed other ingredients to stabilize it in each form. Its a preferred method of ingesting for the most part.

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• For the capsules - Take 2 capsules, once daily, one hour before or after meals.
• For the powder - mix 1/2 teaspoon with juice or distilled water and take twice daily, one hour before or after meals. Keep in a cool dry place. Do not expose to excessive heat or direct sunlight.
• Use in Unicorn Juice and drink daily as desired.
  • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 tsp SulfurZyme powder
  • 2-3 drops Lime Vitality essential oil
  • water

Join us this month as we use SulfurZyme (capsules or powder) this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our skin and hair with the good things!

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

Its the most exciting day of the year in the Young Living world... New product launch day!! Check out all the incredible new items below - Lushious Lemon Essential Oil blend, Charcoal Face Mask, Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub, Turmeric Powder, exclusive oil collections AND MORE!

Golden Turmeric Powder

• Tumeric, Boswellia resin, and ginger work together to support the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery.
• Tapioca fiber is added for probiotics to support healthy digestion as well as the gut brain-axis.

• Scientists now believe that chronic, low-level inflammation plays a major role in almost every chronic, Western disease. This includes heart disease, cancer, metabolic syndrome, Alzheimer's and various degenerative conditions. Therefore, anything that can help fight chronic inflammation is of potential importance in preventing and even treating these diseases.
• Curcumin is strongly anti-inflammatory. In fact, its so powerful that it matches the effectiveness of some anti-inflammatory drugs, without the side effects. Learn more here: Article 1, Article 2, and Article 3
• Curcumin is a potential antioxidant that can neutralize free radical due to its chemical structure. In addition, Curcumin boosts the activity of your body's own antioxidant enzymes. Learn more here: Article 4 and Article 5
• The unique, water-dispersible formula of Golden Turmeric Powder makes it 24 times more bioavailable than standard Tumeric extracts. The body absorbs the same amount of curcuminoids from just 300 mg of Golden Tumeric as it does from 1,926 mg of standard turmeric.

New Kitchen & Bath

We are beyond thrilled for these new items infused with the Lushious Lemon blend! Bright citrus notes of Lemon Myrtle and Lemon, the fresh floral scent of Ylang Ylang, and cool inviting Spearmint and Eucalyptus Globulus are infused in each of these products.

Lean more about Lushious Lemon Products here.

Lushious Lemon Hand Lotion

• The Lushious Lemon essential oils combine with Mango butter, watermelon seed oil, and apple extract to hydrate and soften hands in a vegan friendly and cruelty-free formula.
• The fatty acid and antioxidants-rich creamy formula quickly absorbs into skin to provide immediate, but long-lasting hydration while protecting the skin's natural moisture barrier and leaves skin feeling soft and smooth without the greasy after-feel.

Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend

• Bright citrus notes of Lemon Myrtle and Lemon, the fresh floral, and cool inviting Spearmint and Eucalyptus Globulus premium essential oils combine for an invigorating, uplifting blend when diffused!
• Inhale this bright, happy blend for an aromatic mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Diffuse to neutralize unwanted orders and fill your space with its cheerful, nuanced aroma.

Thieves the day with our new favorite in the Thieves line - the Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub. Natural Cleaning just got a major upgrade. Learn more here.

• This non-scratching, chlorine-free all purpose cleaner removes grease, dirt, grime, residue, and tough stains from most surfaces and leaves NO harsh fumes or harmful residue.
• Formulated with citric acid to help pesky hard water build-up, nepheline syenite to remove tough stains without scratching, sodium bicarbonate to remove orders, and sodium per carbonate to lift stains and dirt this scrub is safe for use on porcelain, ceramic, copper alloys, fiberglass, Corian, brass, bronze, and chrome.
• Easily cleans cookware, stove tops, countertops, tile, grout, bathtubs, faucets, toilets, backsplashes, barbecue grills, outdoor patio furniture and exteriors. Plus the phosphate free formula contains only naturally derived ingredients for a cleaner downstream impact. I love that Young Living is clean for our bodies and the environment.

• This official 2021 Convention blend contains a powerhouse mix of high frequency oils: Valor, Frankincense, Bergamot, Dorado Azul, Idaho Grand Fir, Cedarwood, Cardamon, Lavender, and Rose.
• Inspired by D. Gary Young through Mary Young, this blend can help you create an environment where you can transform negative thoughts to positive and motivating intentions. 
• So often, our old thoughts and patterns can help us rise above and help achieve our true purpose.

Finca Botanica Farm - the Collection

• This oil is distilled from a tropical pollinator-friendly shrub in the verbena family giving it a unique sweet-tart lemony aroma with green undertones similar to Lemon Verbena. 
• Incan Melissa share an aromatic constituent profile similar to Melissa essential oil and helps neutralize unwanted odors when used aromatically.

• This plant grows throughout the Amazon River Basin and is sustainably harvested year-round
• Paicotea has a fresh, softly spicy aroma reminiscent of, but more delicate than, Ocotea or Cinnamon Bark and compliments citrus and woodsy essential oils to create a warm and comforting scents for do-it-yourself diffuser, bath and body, and home cleaning recipes.

• One of D. Gary Young's favorite oils, Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang is softer and more nuanced than Ylang Ylang grown in Madagascar and has not been available since 2013.
• Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang complements many other essential oils, such as those with citrus, floral, and spicy notes with its rich, romantic, full-bodies floral aroma and helps enhance the appearance of skin and hair when applied topically.

• Steam distilled from the heartwood of the Bursar graveolens tree, a South American relative to frankincense and Myrrh, Palo Santo has an earthy, woodsy, warm aroma that is wonderful to diffuse during meditation for a positive, spiritual outlook.

Divine Destiny Collection

Charcoal Mask

• Made with Tahitian volcanic black sand to gently exfoliate for softer, glowing skin, activated charcoal and a blend of ethically sourced kaolin clays, this mask will lift dirt and oil, purify pores, detox skin, and help restore the appearance of an even skin tone.
• The exclusive formula creates a tingling, tightening sensation to let you know the ingredients are hard at work delivering results you can see and heal. This is due to the acidic nature of the naturally derived and ethically sourced AHAs from fruit and the astringent quality of Peppermint essential oil.
• Made specifically for combination to oily skin and safe for all skin types, this mask is hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, non-irritating to help control excess oil and shine and promote clear skin. And as we would expect considering YL's commitment to stewardship and sustainability, the formula is cruelty-free. See all about it here.

Lavender Volume Shampoo & Conditioner

• Created by Founder D. Gary Young, with a blend of eight essential oils - including Lavender, Blue Cypress, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Idaho Blue Spruce, Palmarosa, Geranium, and Ylang Ylang - chosen specifically to address the needs of thin, fine hair. 
• This shampoo and conditioner work in tandem to build volume from root to tip for thicker, fuller bodied hair to leave hair soft, smooth, and manageable. This formula is suitable for all hair types and created especially for fine or thin hair.
• Blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanses and nourish strands for voluminous, healthy, and naturally beautiful hair and adds volume without silicone ingredients.
• Both the shampoo and condition are vegan and cruelty-free.

Copaiba Vanilla Moisturizing

• Created by Founder D. Gary Young, with a blend of ten essential oils - including Copaiba, Blue Cypress, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang, Sacred Frankincense, Grand Fir, Bergamot, Cardamom, Idaho Blue Spruce, and Sandalwood - chose specially to address the needs of dry and damaged hair, this duo is suitable for all hair types, but ideal for dry and/or damaged hair.
• Infused with essential oils and blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanse and nourish strands for hydrated, healthy, and naturally beautiful hair. 
• Regular use helps replenish and seal in hair moisture with protective coating, tame fly-aways, prevent frizz and breakage and leave hair soft, smooth, and shiny.
• Both the shampoo and conditioner are vegan and cruelty-free.

Lavender Mint Clarifying 

• Infused with three invigorating essential oils, including Lavender, Peppermint, and Spearmint - and blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanse the hair and nourish the scalp for healthy naturally beautiful hair.
• This deep cleaning formula is suitable for all hair types and gentle enough for daily use to lift away product residue, excess oil, and built-up pollutants without stripping moisture from the hair or scalp.
• Lavender Mint Clarifying Shampoo & Conditioner provides a hydrating and soothing scalp treatment, leaves hair feeling soft, clean, and shiny with a vegan and cruelty-free formula.

Want to try the new products released during the 2021 Virtual International Grand Convention, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

For the month of June we are focusing on creating no sweat habits that support our bodies overall and help us move towards our health goals. Here are a few essential items we are using this month and beyond to support our physical, mental and emotional health everyday.

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender essential oil has a scent that's a wonderful blend of fresh, floral, clean, and calm. It's this dynamic aroma that has made the plant a classic for perfumes, soaps, freshness, and beauty products. Lavender is a great beginner oil and a must for every home - especially during the summer! Lavender essential oil isn't a favorite only because of its classic scent - its also highly versatile. From skin care products to relaxing routines, this oil can infuse and enhance many areas of your life.

Lean more about Lavender essential oil in my Oil Spotlight of the Month post.

Mineral Essence

Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 50

Stress Away Roll-on

Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops

LavaDerm After Sun Spray

Want to try the essentials for June (Lavender essential oil, Mineral Essence, Mineral Sunscreen, Stress Away Roll-on, Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops, LavaDerm After-Sun Spray), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

Mineral Essence

Supplement Spotlight

According to the two-time Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling: "You can trace every sickness, every disease, and every ailment to a mineral deficiency".

And just like so many other areas of our health, we can achieve our goals with supplementation. Mineral Essence is a balanced, full-spectrum ionic mineral complex enhanced with essential oils. It contains sixty ionic minerals including iron, zinc, silicon, fluoride, boron, lithium, sodium, sulfur, magnesium, chloride, selenium, Thallium, calcium, and potassium. Added in is Peppermint, Cinnamon bark, and Lemon essential oils. The addition of essential oils helps the body absorb all these ionic minerals, making them more bioavailable (and useful) to our bodies instead of just passing through.

• IRON - affects around 20% of women and 50% of pregnant women. Pair with Master Formula Master Formula for ideal results.
• SELENIUM - a key component of thyroid health. Pair with Master Formula for ideal results.
• MAGNESIUM - some sources say up to half the population is deficient in magnesium. One serving of Mineral Essence provides 80% of our daily requirements.
• ZINC - this mineral is used by more enzymes than any other mineral our bodies need and is used for everything from gut health to DNA repair.

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• Calcium - essential for healthy bones and teeth, assist in blood clotting, muscle contraction, and nerve transmission.
• Chromium - assists in the metabolism of glucose and regulates blood sugar.
• Cobalt - promotes the formation of red blood cells.
• Copper - promotes normal red-blood cell formation, connective tissue formation and central nervous system function. By storing and releasing iron, copper contributes to hemoglobin formation.
  
• Iodine - required by the thyroid hormone to support metabolism.
• Iron - important in red blood cell formation, energy and cognitive function.
• Magnesium - supports nerves and muscles and activates over 100 enzymes.
• Molybdenum - contributes to grown and development.
• Phosphorous - works with calcium and contributes to healthy bones and teeth.
• Potassium - regulates heartbeat, fluid balance, and helps muscles contract.
• Selenium - an essential component of a key antioxidant enzyme, also necessary for normal growth and development.
• Sulfur - required for muscle protein and helps with soft, healthy hair.
• Zinc - found in every fluid, tissue, cell and organ throughout the human body with high concentrations in the brain. Inadequate intake can affect over 200 enzymes involved in digestion, metabolism, reproduction and wound healing.
• Cinnamon essential oil - antiviral, antibacterial and a strong antioxidant. It also contains high levels of phenols - oxygenating compounds which function as catalysts.
• Lemon essential oil - promotes leukocyte production, which is an important factor in the immune system.
• Peppermint essential oil - antibacterial and a first-rate support for the immune system, also supports digestion.

HOW TO USE

Join us this month as we use Mineral Essence this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our bodies with the good things it needs!

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

Ditch & Switch Synthetic hormones for

PROGESSENCE PLUS

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

Join us as we detox our homes and switch out conventional products for cleaner, greener and better options! For February, let’s make a really impactful change by switching out Synthetic Hormones for PROGESSENCE PLUS!!

PROGESSENCE PLUS is formulated specifically for women and is designed to promote well-being and feelings for relaxation, harmony, and balance. It features some of our most-loved essential oils, including Frankincense, Bergamot, and Peppermint to nourish and moisturize the skin and create a natural, pleasant aroma. But the best part (in our opinion!) is that this 100 percent plant-based serum features naturally derived progesterone from wild yams! 

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 weight gain and hair loss, and help reduce the occurrence of hormonal headaches. Progessence Plus also helps promote restfulness and sleep.

Primary Benefits of PROGESSENCE PLUS

• Naturally encourages the body’s optimal hormone balance
• Takes away the dragon of the monthly cycle, PMS symptoms, mood, acne, and more. 
• Is portable, better smelling, and absorbs more quickly than other progesterone supplements
• Does not require cycling of the application site.

Suggested Use

• Apply 2–4 drops 2 times daily on the neck, forearm or other soft-tissue area. For added effect, apply 1–2 drops along forearms 2 times daily. It does not need to be rotated on different areas of the body or cycled throughout the month. We love to add a roller fitment to ours and swipe over the front of the throat and on the forearms morning and evening!
• Individual needs may vary. Dosage and duration vary from person to person based on age, current progesterone levels, and menstruation (premenopausal, postmenopausal). 
• We recommend using PROGESSENCE PLUS consistently for at least two months for optimal results. If you are switching from conventional hormones to Progessence Plus, we suggest using it six months as your body will need time to recover from synthetic hormones and hormonal imbalance. As always, working with a functional medicine doctor or naturopath is a great way to get extra support! 

Who Can Take PROGESSENCE PLUS?

• Menstruating females over the age of 12
• Pre-and postmenopausal women
• Women seeking natural hormone balance
• Women looking for a calming sleep aid

For more:

• Dr. Haggerton on Progessence Plus: http://tinyurl.com/jeum6j5 
• Progesterone: What does it do?: http://tinyurl.com/z3meeok 
• Progessence Plus FAQ by Dr. Dan Purser: http://tinyurl.com/glmtvt7 

Why should I not take Progessence Plus while on hormonal birth control?

• It is not recommended to use conventional hormonal birth control and Progessence Plus together. This is because hormonal birth controls come with a multitude of possible side effects, because it would be impossible to distinguish any side effects (or positive results), and because scientifically the two are seeking to accomplish OPPOSITE results. 
• PROGESSENCE PLUS is utilized to balance female hormones and restore a state of optimum health. Conventional hormonal birth control actually works to keep female hormones unbalanced to maintain a state of  infertility. Please work with your functional medicine doctor or naturopath to support your personal family planning needs! 
• More here: https://www.mamanatural.com/natural-birth-control/

Info on the warning on the bottle required by the state of California "We appreciate your concern regarding California's Proposition 65 warnings which are legally required to be on our Progessence Plus product. Proposition 65 requires that products sold in California which carry any ingredients deemed to the California legislature to be hazardous to health must carry the warning you see on our label. In the case of Progessence Plus, California requires the warning on all progesterone-containing products. However, California law does not distinguish between the synthetic medroxyprogesterone which is the cause of California's concern, and the natural progesterone which we derive from yams and which are widely used in the health industry. Both are generically referred to as "progesterone," which is the ingredient name in California's list. If you would like further information on this topic, we recommend you contact your healthcare professional for further information.

Join us this month as we make this simple swap that can have a huge impact on our overall health!

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