Fall is one of our favorite seasons of the year—it’s cooler than summer, warmer than winter, and the changing colors are simply gorgeous. It’s also the time of the year when school starts again and the hustle and bustle of life seem to go into overdrive.
With so much going on, it’s easy to let wellness take a backseat when you are in full back-to-school preparation mode. Here are a few of my favorite products that are designed to put any student—or parent—in the right state of mind and help support wellness now that school is back in session!
GeneYus™: You already know your kid is a genius, but who doesn’t love an extra boost? GeneYus essential oil blend is a sweet mix of Spearmint, Peppermint, Tangerine, and other essential oils that are great for young minds. While they’re focusing on projects, equations, or reading, you can:
- Diffuse GeneYus on your way to school with the help of our Car Vent Diffuser.
- Apply it to your child’s wrists or back of their neck before school to help give them an edge.
NingXia Red® Singles: On average, children are eating about 19 teaspoons per day of sugar. That’s three times more than the recommended dose! Kick those sugary drinks in the morning and replace them with one of our NingXia Red Singles for a quick superfruit meal.
MightyVites™: Get ahead of the wellness game with . Made with Wolfberry powder, these easy-to-chew tablets are a quick way to get your kiddos the best nutrient-dense vitamins and minerals with breakfast or as a little boost with dinner after a long day.
- MightyVites support a healthy immune system in a natural way. They are free of preservatives and synthetic flavors and colors, so you can be sure your kids are getting a whole-food multinutrient.
- MightyVites are specifically designed for kids using nutrient-dense food-based superfruits, plants, and vegetables.
Thieves® Waterless Hand Purifier: How kids get so dirty is beyond us! Teach your kids about cleanliness before eating snacks or lunch with convenient and portable Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier.
- Keep it in a front backpack pocket or gym bag to help kick germs to the curb.
- Put it in the glovebox of your car for quick application before or after school!
Wolfberry Crisp™ Bars: Wolfberry Crisp Bars combine whole grains, fruits, nuts, and whey to give your kids the feeling of eating a sweet treat while still giving them a good dose of fiber, protein, and wholesome carbohydrates!
- Sneak one in their lunchbox for a sweet, balanced treat!
- Keep one in your glovebox for an after-school snack (for you or your kids)!
- Switch up lunch and make our Fruity “Sushi” Roll with a Wolfberry Crisp Bar on the side!
Lavender Essential Oil: Create a peaceful setting with Lavender essential oil. Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your Lavender bottle!
- Try adding 2-4 drops to a warm evening bath to help your child de-stress.
- Put a few drops of Lavender on a pillowcase to create a calm and peaceful environment to support sleep.
- Lavender can also be applied to the wrists or bottoms of the feet as part of a nightly routine!
♦ Diffuse Clarity’s earthy blend of Peppermint, Rosemary, and more while studying, sending emails, or checking other items off your to-do list.
♦ Between unloading the car, getting a snack, and sorting through bags, backpacks, and school supplies, the after-school rush can become overwhelming. Make the transition a little smoother by diffusing Clarity to signify that it’s time to settle in to some quiet homework time.
Citrus Fresh™
♦ Sc
hool is important, but kids still need to have fun! Diffuse this bright, cheerful blend during play time when homework is done.
♦ Waking up for another day of school isn’t fun for anyone in the family. Make the start of the day a little brighter by diffusing Citrus Fresh in the bedroom or kitchen.
Lemon Vitality™
♦ Make homemade hummus with chickpeas, Lemon Vitality, and any other herbs and spices that suit your taste. Serve it with veggies and pretzels for a tasty and balanced after-school snack.
♦ Sip on a refreshing glass of lemon-infused water while the kids dig in to their treats. Add a drop to chilled, purified water or to a sparkling drink for a relaxing moment before the family jumps into homework.
The benefits of these soft dryer balls, it’ll be hard to go back to using dryer sheets. Here’s a quick rundown of the benefits:
- Cost-effective compared to dryer sheets
- Reduce energy used by helping clothes dry 20-30% faster
- Made of naturally sourced, non-toxic materials, unlike plastic dryer balls
- Can be reused up to 1,000 loads of laundry
- Reduce static electricity build-up in the dryer
- Can be used with a drop of essential oil to add all-natural fragrance
- Once used up, they can be composted at home or in municipal facilities
- Often comes in a cotton bag that can also be reused and composted (plus it’s much prettier than those boxes dryer sheets come in)
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 3/4 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 15 oz can pure pumpkin puree (not flavored pie filling)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Clove Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Nutmeg essential oil
- 1 drop Ginger Vitality essential oil
- 4 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
Instructions
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Spray pans with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar. Stir and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut oil, butter, pumpkin puree, eggs, water, yogurt, and all essential oils. Blend until combined.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Scrape the sides often to make sure all the ingredients get blended in. When they’re combined, switch mixer to medium and blend for two minutes on medium until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Divide the batter evenly among the loaf pans. Place the filled mini pans on a large cookie sheet to make it easier to transfer them to and from the oven.
- Bake for 43 – 48 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle of the bread. (Disposable mini loaf pans took about 5 minutes longer than the porcelain pan I used.)
**This recipe is great for freezing. Just bake the loaves as directed and cool thoroughly. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 8 weeks. When you’re ready to gift them just move them to the refrigerator for 24 hours, wrap, and give away! The pumpkin bread will be as moist and delicious as the day you baked it!
8 drops Orange Vitality essential oil
2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
2 drops Clove Vitality essential oil
2 drops Ginger Vitality essential oil
Cinnamon sticks (optional garnish)
Place the apple cider in a stainless steel cooking pan on your stovetop. Heat until very warm; no need to boil. Stir in the essential oils. Serve while warm. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, if desired.
This DIY sugar scrub is made of pumpkin spice and everything nice. It makes a great gift!
Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil (or coconut)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6-8 drops orange essential oil
- 2 drops cinnamon bark essential oil
- Add brown sugar to a mixing bowl.
- Spoon in almond oil and pumpkin puree. Stir to combine.
- Add essential oils and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- To use: Apply a generous amount of scrub to your face and neck. Using your fingers, scrub skin gently in a circular motion. Rinse off and pat skin dry.
- For best results, store in a glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
