I'm not sure why, but I have a very happy baby on my hands today! Thank you LORD! She still hasn't managed to crawl yet but she does the belly bounce where she moves back and forth on her hands and knees as if to say, "Come on! Move forward!"
In preparation for this milestone I've been searching Googleland near and far for this beauty:
One can dream....
It may be a gloomy Monday outside but inside we are diffusing a combo of Lemon and OnGuard - Hubs is feeling under the weather. Its a great blend to wake me right out of my sleep that has become a hibernation-like rest since Lavender for me. But today we are moving on to Peppermint Oil!
For centuries Peppermint Oil has been used to soothe digestive difficulties (including IBS and Crohn's Disease), relieving colic, gas headaches, heartburn and indigestion! This versatile oil has also been documented to have great result with autism patients:
"Peppermint oil (mentha arvensis) has wonderful anti-inflammatory
properties that, when used on a regular basis, can help to combat inflammation in the
body. In people with autism, limiting the amount of inflammation within the body can, over
time, help to reduce many diverse symptoms of autism. Additionally, peppermint oil can
be stimulating to the brain. Since autism is a physical condition linked to abnormal biology
and chemistry in the brain, peppermint oil helps to oxygenate brain cells and maintain
focus. When used over time, many people on the autism spectrum can greatly benefit from a
regimen including this brain stimulating oil." ( http://daysisland.com/blogs/blog/10875397-peppermint-oil-using-peppermint-oil-for-autism ).
I had the opportunity to see this oil in action at my very first oil class. My instructors husband was present in the class, we had just gotten started when he suddenly collapsed. We scattered to help him but he was unconscious. I was pregnant and was of little help at the time so I went to call 911 while the other went to try to sit him up and wake him. To the paramedics surprise he was awake when the got there - his wife has grabbed a bottle of Peppermint Oil and placed it under his nose for him to inhale. When he started to come to she placed a few drops on his tongue. Peppermint oil is an amazing oil for alertness - I've seen it in action. He was sent to the hospital and later they found an issue that needed resolving - the procedure was performed and all is well. It was an unplanned but amazing example of just how beneficial oils can be!
There is a reason Peppermint is in your toothpaste too - other than the fact that it just tastes good. When blended with toothpaste, Peppermint Oil was found to be more effective at lower concentrations in inhibiting the formation of dental plaque that the most commonly used antiseptic, chlorhexidine. In fact, Peppermint and Spearmint Oil both inhibit resistant strains of Staph, E. Coli, Salmonella, and other "little nasties".
Peppermint Oil is a major digestive oil. In a study with children consuming peppermint oil in enteric-coated capsules a reduced severity of pain associated with IBS was reported. Another study showed that patients who took a peppermint oil formulation in enteric-coated capsules were found to have a significantly higher reduction of symptoms compared to those taking a placebo. Peppermint oil alone of paired with ginger oil is great to inhale for nausea or even diluted and rubbed directly on the stomach (think above the belly button). For heartburn its best to dilute a few drops in some fractionated coconut oil and rub directly on the site (typically sternum up to base of the throat). There is also an oil by doTERRA called DigestZen that is specifically made for digestion issues tat works really well. DigestZen contains a unique combination of Ginger, Peppermint, Caraway, Anise, Coriander, Tarragon, and Fennel to aid in digestion and ease mild or occasional stomach discomfort in a soothing and natural way. It comes in several forms including oil form and capsule form. To order it you can click here and click on the "Shop" tab at the top of the page: http://www.mydoterra.com/alisakoken/#/
I have several friends who have battled with headaches and migraines - it's pretty bad to witness, unfortunately unbearable to encounter first hand. Two drops of Peppermint oil on the temples (I dilute everything in fractionated coconut oil but it is said to be safe to use neat or undiluted) is the usual remedy for headaches and migraines. Those I have exposed Peppermint oil to swear by it and it most certainly works for me when I get the occasional headache.
So, overall, you can see why I chose Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint to start with. They are the top 3 used oils and for good reasons! Their versatility and quality make them consumer favorites - not to mention the smells!
If you have any interest in learning more about oils (click on the "Essential Oils 101" tab) or want to sign up as a wellness advocate for doTERRA (click the "Join and Save" tab) to receive wholesale pricing and other great benefits, click here: http://www.mydoterra.com/alisakoken/#/
If you have any question you can email me at alisakoken@gmail.com
I hope you have a wonderful day and God bless you all!
-Mama Bear Koken
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