Slim and Sassy, can you feel it?

Doesn't that sound amazing? 

I want to be Slim and Sassy.

and doTerra has a wonderful program to help you become Slim and Sassy.

It involves their Life Long Vitality Pack, Trim Shakes and their amazing

Slim & Sassy Essential Oil Blend.

Slim & Sassy Metabolic Blend 

doTERRA’s Slim and Sassy Metabolic Blend is a proprietary formula of 100% Pure CPTG essential oils and are designed to help manage appetite between meals. It has ZERO calories and is an excellent replacement for high calorie beverages or drinks that contain artificial sweeteners and colors. 

Primary Benefits: Supports your efforts to eat less and exercise more for permanent, healthy weight loss by helping your body adjust to reduced caloric intake during dieting*. Helps calm stomach and gastrointestinal distress sometimes associated with dieting*. Lifts and elevates mood which has been associated with successful weight-loss efforts*. Encourages healthy hydration during dieting, exercise, and throughout the day*. Unique features: Proprietary blend of 100% CPTG Essential Oils. No caffeine or other stimulants. No sugars, zero calories. No artificial colors, flavors, or ingredients. Easy and safe to use with no harmful side effects. 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. 

Slim & Sassy includes a blend of: 

Grapefruit: Is antidepressant, anti-cancerous, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, disinfectant, diuretic, eating disorders, gall bladder and liver congestion, stress reduction. Reported to be very helpful in changing eating habits and supportive in Lymphatic Decongestion, and in recovery from a drug addiction, cleansing effect on the kidneys and the entire vascular system - it is gentle and thorough. Grapefruit essential oil is valuable for relieving fluid retention, reducing cellulite and other conditions where toxins are not being eliminated effectively.

Lemon: Anticancer, antidepressant, antiseptic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, astringent, mild diuretic, immune tonic, lymphatic decongestant, pancreatic stimulant, invigorating and refreshing. Lemon Oil has been documented to be helpful with: anxiety, blood pressure, clarity of thought, digestive problems, energy, gallstones, kidney stones, promoting new blood cell growth, lymphatic system cleansing, memory improvement, can lower blood pressure, assist in liver detox, and relief of muscle aches and pains, cleansing and repair of skin injuries, decreases intestinal parasites, sore throat and sinus repair, pain relief of arthritis and rheumatism, water purification, removing gum from hair, removing wood stain from clothes and from wood, removes oil and grease spots. Due to its’ ability to improve microcirculation, Lemon Oil can support repair from: arteriosclerosis, obesity, urinary tract infections, varicose veins, and hypertension, relief of lymphatic congestion, bloating, and can relax stiff muscles. It is also useful in skin care to brighten the complexion, and is indicated for oily skin and acne. Lemon Oil has the ability to counteract acidity and makes it useful to rheumatic conditions, gout, arthritis and digestive acidity. 

Peppermint: Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-carcinogenic, ant repellent, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, antiseptic, antispasmodic, cockroach repellent, digestive aid, driver of other oils, expectorant, fever reducer, headache relief, invigorating, menopause symptom relief, mental clarity, mice repellent, motivating oil, relieve colic, stamina enhancement, … Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D.,, studies Peppermint’s effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched Peppermint’s role in affecting impaired taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the Un. of Cincinnati studied Peppermint’s ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy.* Alan Hirsch,M.D., studied Peppermint’s ability to directly affect the brains satiety center, which triggers a sense of fullness after meals. (We know that it helps reduce appetite and is helpful when used in water for weight reduction). This oil can help with arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, depression, fatigue, food poisoning, hemorrhoids, hives, hysteria, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), itchy skin,

liver issues (promotes regeneration), memory issues, morning sickness, motion sickness, nerves (support and regenerate), radiation exposure, rheumatism, elevate and open sensory system, shock, soothe and cool skin (keeps u cool on really hot days) throat infection, toothaches, tuberculosis, varicose veins and vomiting. 

Ginger: Anti-bacterial, analgesic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, stomach tonic, anti-nausea, stimulant, expectorant, warms the skin and increases blood flow, reduces fevers, stimulates and clears the mind. Ginger has been used for centuries in Asia for both culinary and medicinal purposes. Greeks and Romans both used Ginger for everything – colds, chills, expectorant, promote sweating to de-tox etc., it is wonderful for the entire digestive system – great for Travel Sickness for cruises and long road trips. Ginger has been reported to positively affect the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, Lungs, and Kidneys; can relieve abdominal distress and gas; excellent for dissolving old mucous – respiratory system or digestive system. 

Cinnamon: Ancient writings reflect that using Cinnamon in the home and wearing on the edges of clothes attracts wealth and abundance; besides a flavoring in many recipes, has great medical properties. Cinnamon boosts the activity of the brain and hence acts as a good brain tonic. It helps in removing nervous tension and memory loss. Research at the Wheeling Jesuit University in the USA has proven that the scent of Cinnamon has the ability to boost brain activity. Cinnamon aids in the circulation of blood due to the presence of a blood-thinning compound in it. This blood circulation helps significantly in removing pain. Good blood circulation also ensures oxygen to the body cells leading to higher metabolic activity. You significantly reduce the chance of getting a heart attack by regularly consuming Pure CPTG doTerra Cinnamon. Cleans Gall Bladder of unfriendly germs and eliminates bacteria in Staph Infections.

Emotionally, whatever shift you want to create in your life about your health can be enhanced using this blend – it increases metabolic rates and makes people “feel Good” all over – it literally eliminates the destination cells for fat – so when you achieve your new weight you can resist the urge to replace the excess fat cells. 

Directions For Use: Add 3 to 5 drops of Slim & Sassy Metabolic Blend to 8 oz. of water 3 to 5 times a day. Sip your flavored water before, between, and after each of your healthy meals throughout the day. Slim & Sassy also makes an excellent addition to water bottles (Use glass or stainless steel containers) or hydration packs during exercise and outdoor activity. You can also drop the oil directly on your tongue or put in a gelatin capsule. Target problem areas or just help to smooth skin in applying Slim & Sassy topically. It may also be used aromatically to lift and calm mood. Apply to areas that you would like to eliminate cellulite – 1:1 with coconut oil or the doTERRA Hand and Body Lotion.

-danielle

Resources we use on a regular basis:

Modern Essentials, Abundant Health, LLC, 2009

Healing Oils of The Bible, David Stewart, 2005.

Aromatherapy in Medicine, Jacque du Preneau, 1908.

Aromatherapy, Essential Oils for Vibrant Health and Beauty, Roberta Wilson, 2002

Clinical Aromatherapy, Essential Oils in Practice, by Jane Buckle ,RN,PhD.,2003

Aromatherapy Handbook for Beauty, Hair and Skin Care, by Erich Keller, 1992

Aromatherapy For Healing The Spirit, by Gabriel ojay, 1997

The Art of Aromatherapy, Robert Tisserand, 1995

{www.Aromatools.com} for: Spritzers, Books, Bags, Tools etc.

NOTE: The advice shared in this document has not been evaluated by the FDA. The products and methods recommended are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease, nor is it intended to replace proper medical help. Kindly understand that essential oils work to help to bring the body into balance - thus helping the body's natural defenses to restore homeostasis. Essential oils are not used to "treat" medical problems. This document was researched and prepared as a beginning for new people to doTerra’s CPTG Essential Oils by Dr. Susan Lawton.

Wellness Wednesday: Migraines & other headaches

Headaches: I have one word for you:

PEPPERMINT.

Headaches can not only be disruptive, they can be physically debilitating.

I have always suffered from headaches.

Now mine are not as bad as the headaches many people I know get. 

Mine tend to deal with stress and blood sugar.

But occasionally I get a major whizz-bang migraine.

Those used to lay me out for 3 days, in a dark room, trying not to vomit while living on a diet of nothing but Diet Pepsi.

Not anymore!

In fact, no headache stops me now.

I use Balance daily, and reapply when I get a headache.

I use Slim and Sassy if it is a blood sugar issue: it even out blood sugar and has a good dose of Peppermint in it.

If it is a tension/stress headache I use PastTense: it has some of my favorite oils in it; including Peppermint and Basil.

And

Stress in my life usually leads to 

MIGRAINES.

Ugh.

I am weird in that they tend to hit as the stress is decreasing, not in the build up or in the peak.

But that is not ALWAYS the case.

They also tend to give me good warning with some wonky vision.

(I have to admit some of those auras are pretty cool.)

The warning isn't very long, usually only a few minutes but it does give me time to jump to action and treat myself before the migraine takes over my life. 

I have my migraine treatment down to 30 minutes, and they have become a nuisance rather than something that brings my life to a screeching halt.

Migraines no longer drop me in bed in a dark room for 2 or 3 days.

Now they are a little ride on the wild side that is 15 minutes or less.

With my schedule, that is a very, very good thing.

My secret?

I use Deep Blue.

On the back of my neck.

More specifically on the base of my brain stem or Suboccipital Triangle.

 

I also put it on my temples and across my forehead where I get a ring of pain.

I do this A LOT.

Frequently. 

Probably about every 15 minutes. 

The best part is when I can 'watch' my vision turn back to normal. 

I often wonder if this is what people with less than perfect vision feel like when they get glasses or contacts!

I also take DigestZen for the inevitable stomach queasys.

The number one thing that all these recommendations have in common is peppermint. 

Like with all healing, different people react better to different things.

Some other ideas for Migraines, and Headaches in general are:

Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, PastTense, and Peppermint.

Other things that have had positive result include: Basil, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary and Wintergreen.

On a side note: I use Balance, Basil, and Rosemary almost daily. 

I use Lavender, Marjoram and DigestZen several times a week.

I have used every one of these recommendations with the exception of Ginger, within the last 3 months.

It is interesting that the same things that kick my headaches are the same things I use for my daily life. 

I LOVE being a healer in home and having control over my health and the health of my family. 

Want any of these products?

Have additional questions?

Please feel free to ask or order in the comments, to email me at danielle.doterra at gmail dot com.

or order directly for yourself here!

-danielle