OILS FOR HEADACHES

Yesterday I had a migraine from literal hell. I don't think that I've ever experienced a migraine so painful before yesterday and I'm thankful that it's over.

It could have stemmed from a few things - not drinking enough water, not eating enough, not taking care of myself, not putting good food into my body, over-working myself, forgetting to take my LLV supplements, my hormones being all over the place, etc.

And I honestly DID end up taking an Ibuprofen because the oils were barely touching it and it was making me nervous... BUT these oils right here are my usual go-to's for minor headaches that usually work right away. Yesterday, these oils worked best at assisting and making the Ibuprofen eliminate the pain even quicker than if I had just taken it alone.

• Copaiba - inhibits certain proteins and complexes involved in the inflammation response. In doing so, it can effectively modulate the acute (as opposed to chronic) inflammatory response.

• Lavender - According to researchers, aromatic and topical use of lavender oil affects the limbic system because the main constituents, linalool and linalyl acetate, are rapidly absorbed through the skin and are thought to cause central nervous system depression. For this reason, lavender oil can be used to treat headaches caused by anxiety disorders and related conditions.

• Peppermint - plays a role in stimulating blood flow in the forehead when applied topically, which effectively alleviates a tension headache. 

Then I have a little pre-made roller bottle of Deep Blue, Frankincense, Lavender, and Rosemary for headaches that usually does the trick as well. This blend is what I reach for at the first sign of any headache, and then I will add additional oils if needed.

I pulled out back up for my back up yesterday and it still didn't do the trick alone. 

IMMUNE SUPPORT BLEND

Have you noticed everyone around you gets the sickest from Halloween till after the holidays? You know what the main component of the holidays are? ... SUGAR!

Eating or drinking too much sugar weakens immune system cells that attack bad bacteria. Around the same time, we are eating all of this sugar, the seasons are also changing. Temperature shifts allow different groups of viruses to flourish and when our immune systems are down from the sugar intake, we are unable to fight off these viruses. Essential oils will help to detoxify the body and fight infections, bacteria, parasites, microorganisms and harmful toxins. They reduce the bodies susceptibility to outside sources and reduce the overreaction of the immune system.

I just remade my immune support blend and added some Oregano for extra support this holiday season. I like sugar, but I don't like getting sick.

Oregano - contains powerful antibiotic properties and has one of the highest antioxidant activity ratings, with 42 times the antioxidant punch of apples. Antioxidants = Immune Support. Oregano also has powerful antiviral and antibacterial properties which makes it the perfect oil to prevent and fight off viruses and bacteria.

OnGuard - Contains Wild Orange, Clove Bud, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary. Together, these oils provide efficient, all-natural, immune support. OnGuard powerful anti-bacterial properties which makes it great for a disinfecting cleaner!

• Wild Orange has a high percentage (90%) of d-limonene, which naturally increases our glutathione levels. Glutathione levels can have a huge impact on our Immune System. Orange oil is also a powerful antioxidant to the body, protecting our cellular health. 
• Clove Bud is powerful antioxidant (probably the MOST potent natural antioxidant!)
• Cinnamon Bark is another antioxidant that also naturally stimulates the immune system and warms the body.
• Eucalyptus is a great oil to support our respiratory system. It also contains pain-reducing properties. 
• Rosemary is also great for our respiratory system. Rosemary is also very helpful for infections.

Frankincense - has stimulating effects on various important bodily glands, including the brain, hypothalamus, thyroid, and pituitary glands. These glands all work in sync to support a healthy immune system.

Lemon - has incredible detoxifying properties on the body. Helps your body get rid of toxic build up.

Copaiba - I decided to add Copaiba to this blend because it is new to doTERRA and a very powerful oil. It supports the cardiovascular, immune, digestive, nervous, and respiratory system. It is also great for antioxidant support.

APPLICATION -

ADULTS:

Add 2-4 drops of each oil to a 5 mL roller bottle and roll onto the soles of the feet (for general wellness), under the arms by the arm pits (to stimulate the lymphatic system), and down the spine (the spine contains tons of nerves!)

You can also add a drop or two of each oil into a capsule and take it internally once a day to prevent sickness, up to 5x a day to get rid of a sickness.

KIDS:

Add a drop of each oil to a 15mL roller bottle (1tbs) and roll onto soles of the feet and down the spine.