Tag Archives: essential oils

All Natural Essential Oil Deodorant

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

I went shopping at the grocery store recently.  I was standing near the home office supplies when a woman approached to my left. She paused for a second and then awkwardly leaning toward me said, “What are you wearing?” I, … Continue reading →

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ADHD

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

This is an article I wrote recently on ADHD. I mention the use of essential oils and thought many of you might be interested or that you might know someone that needs this information. It is a little strong, so … Continue reading →

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The Healing Power of Essential Oils Versions 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0

Posted on January 8, 2012 by

Years ago I owned a small company that specialized in aesthetic outdoor lighting.  When learning to design systems that appeal to the eye, I discovered the power of 3.  No matter what the design, if it had 3 points of … Continue reading →

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Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh

Posted on December 11, 2011 by

As they say… Tis the season!  Christmas is my favorite time of year.  When I was a kid, it was very popular to shorten the name of the holiday to Xmas.  I will not be doing that today.  So if … Continue reading →

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Kids and Essential Oils

Posted on October 27, 2011 by

Have you ever noticed that once kids are exposed to essential oils they don’t seem to be able to get enough? (that is of course, unless you put too much oregano on them) Have you ever wondered why that is? … Continue reading →

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What do I do about my cholesterol?

Posted on September 16, 2011 by

I get this question a lot.  At least it certainly seems we are conditioned to be very concerned about our cholesterol.  Before we can have a profitable discussion of cholesterol we really need to ask the obvious question.  Is cholesterol … Continue reading →

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Do you enjoy the pesticides in your essential oils?

Posted on August 9, 2011 by

One thing I love to do is take a walk with my wife.  Many mornings we get up a little early and take the 4 mile loop around our country block.  This is a great opportunity to talk and plan … Continue reading →

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Why I choose to buy my oils through a network marketing company.

Posted on July 23, 2011 by

I was in line at a health foods store purchasing something for my family. This store happened to retail doTERRA Essential Oils -and happens to be owned by a friend of mine.  The customer in front of me was purchasing … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer, Deodorant, and Essential Oils

Posted on July 17, 2011 by

Most people don’t like the way their armpits smell and what I am about to tell you flies in the face of cultural acceptance.  So please don’t stone the messenger.  I really am just trying to help.  But if we … Continue reading →

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Boswellic Acid and Inflammation

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

In 2008 a study was published in Phytomedicine.  The study looked at the effect of boswellic acid in the body.  We have known for a long time that boswellic acid from Frankincense has positive anti-inflammatory effects, what I found interesting was … Continue reading →

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