Ningxia Red Smoothie Recipe

Ningxia Red Smoothies Recipe

Ingredients:

2oz Ningxia Red
1 cup homemade yogurt
1 cup fruit-I like peaches and blueberry-the picture above was raspberries and pineapple.
2-4 oz liquid coconut oil
1 avocado
1 banana
2 drops YL lemon essential oil

Directions:

1. Melt coconut oil. I use hot tap water to run over the CO bottle. Pour into the blender. We use the Vitamix and it really pulverize the ingredients to make them more digestible.

2. Put banana and avocado into the blender and mix very well. The coconut oils will mix with the banana and avocado and will not be clumpy when adding cold ingredients.

3. Add yogurt and fruit and blend well.

4. Add the Ningxia red and lemon oil. Blend well.

5. Pour into glass containers. Must be glass as the oils will eat at the plastic.

6. ENJOY a yummy super healthy smoothie.


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Progessence Plus to the rescue

In August and September 2011 I had 2 really early miscarriages. In investigating the cause, I found out I had low progesterone. During the time between ovulation and my period I would take Pro-gest by Emerita just in case of pregnancy since insurance wouldn't cover it unless I got pregnant, not helpful if I couldn't get pregnant in the first place or my body wouldn't sustain it long enough. I hadn't signed up for Young Living yet. I signed up to become a distributor in January 2012 and after hearing testimonials about Progessence Plus by Young Living I researched and realizing some of the symptoms I had were due to low progesterone so I ordered 2 bottles in July. Before starting Progessence Plus, my periods were irregular. They were also more heavy for me then usual. I also had major PMS, unexplained minor anxiety and depression, hot flashes, poor sleep patterns and decrease in libido. I started using it in August 2012 and used it for a week (because my luteal phase was super short). My period actually decrease in heaviness, libido actually started getting better and hot flashes were decreasing. Then in October I didn't use it at all. BIG MISTAKE!!! Boy that month, watch out! Symptoms came back. Then this last cycle I made sure to take the Progessence Plus. So much better. I was calmer with my kids and hubby, hot flashes have stayed away and even feel cool, libido increased, period were regular and less heavy. I wasn't as moody, I was feeling normal. Now I know to keep it in the house.

Symptoms of Low Progesterone:
(1)Infertility
Pregnancy loss
Mood swings
Depression
Insomnia
Appetite changes
Weight changes
Irritability
Lack of concentration
Anxiety
Fatigue
Frequent menstruation
Irregular menstruation
Low sex drive
Migraines
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
Vaginal dryness
Painful intercourse

Progessence™ Plus serum is formulated for maximum performance. All natural, USP-grade super-micronized progesterone from wild yam is melted in vitamin E and essential oils for optimal absorption. Studies indicate that limonene from frankincense and bergamot and menthol from peppermint oil can enhance substance penetration through the skin. Progessence Plus does not require the cycling of application sites.

To learn more about YL Progessence click HERE or HERE.

If you are interested in purchasing the Progessence Plus Serum, you can learn more HERE.

(1) Just Mommies-Signs of Low Progesterone

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Replacing over the counter meds with Young Living Oils

Make the Switch!
Do you wish you had an all-natural home and lifestyle?
Young Living has over 400 all-natural, organic, 100% pure therapeutic grade essential oils, supplements, and personal care products. Once you begin “reforming” your medicine cabinet and switching to all-natural products and essential oils, you’ll wonder why in the world you didn’t make the switch earlier! The essential oils listed in this post only refer to therapeutic grade essential oils. Lower quality oils are often toxic and not suitable for medicinal use, so I only recommend Young Living, a company whose products I trust!

Mom’s Natural First Aid Chart:

BITES / STINGS
We used to use: Benadryl, Antihistamines
Now we use: Purification, Copaiba, or Lavender

BURNS / SUNBURNS
We used to use: Aloe Vera , burn ointment
Now we use: Lavender or Lavaderm Spray

COLD / FLU
We used to use: Nyquil, Vick’s, Robitussin, Tylenol Cold
Now we use: R.C., Raven, Thieves, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Thieves Lozenges, Inner
Defense (softgels), ImmuPower, Super C (chewable tablets), ImmuPro (chewable tablets), Super
B (supplement), Frankincense

COLD SORE OINTMENT
We used to use: Lysine
Now we use: Melrose, Melissa, or Geranium (And still use Lysine)

CUTS / SCRAPES
We used to use: Antibacterial creams and sprays
Now we use: Lavender or Geranium

ECZEMA / SKIN RASHES
We used to use: Benadryl cream
Now we use: Lavender, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Rose ointment

FEVER REDUCTION
We used to buy: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen
Now we use: Peppermint (several drops on soles of feet)

HEADACHE / MIGRAINE RELIEF
We used to buy: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, or Excedrin Migraine
Now we use: Peppermint, M-Grain, Deep Relief, or PanAway

HEART BURN / INDIGESTION
We used to use: Tum’s, Rolaids
Now we use: AlkaLime (powder), Lemon

INSECT REPELLANT
We used to use: Off
Now we use: Palo Santo, Peppermint, Cedarwood, or Purification

MENSTRUAL CRAMPS / PMS
We used to use: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Midol
Now we use: Dragon Time (best), Lady Sclereol, Frankincense, Clary Sage

MUSCLE / JOINT PAIN
We used to use: Advil, Icy Hot, Aspercream
Now we use: PanAway, Peppermint, Deep Relief, Ortho Sport Massage Oil, Ortho Ease
Massage Oil, Idaho Balsam Fir, Copaiba, Wintergreen

NATURAL SLEEP AID/STRESS RELIEF
We used to use: Count Sheep
Now we use: RutaVala, SleepEssence (softgel), Dream Catcher, Sandalwood, Spikenard,
Peace & Calming, Valor, or Lavender

NAUSEA / DIARRHEA
We used to use: Pepto-Bismol, Alka-Seltzer, Zantac, Imodium, various other brands
Now we use: Di-Gize, Peppermint, Ginger, Life 5 (probiotic), 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse
(kit), Cleansing Trio (kit)

SINUS / ALLERGY
We used to use: Benadryl, Actifed, Sudafed, Claritin
Now we use: R.C., Raven, Thieves, Peppermint, Frankincense, Harmony and Valor (Used in
combination: Harmony on sternum and valor on bottom of feet), Super C

SORE THROAT
We used to use: Throat sprays and various sugar-coated lozenges
Now we use: Thieves Lozenges, Thieves Mouthwash, Thieves spray, Lemon, Peppermint

The Common Scents Mom created this easy to reference “first aid chart” to help get you started. Sharing here with permission from the author. If you are interested in purchasing these oils or becoming a distributor there is more information on my Becoming a Distributor page.

The information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to prescribe, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is your responsibility to educate yourself and address any health or medical needs you may have with your physician.

Safety with Young Living Essential Oils

There are important guidelines to follow when using essential oils, especially if you are unfamiliar with the oils and their benefits. Many guidelines are listed below. However, no list of do’s and don’ts can ever replace common sense. So, start gradually, and find what works best for you and your family.

Guidelines for Safe Use

1. Always keep a bottle of a pure vegetable oil handy when using essential oils. Vegetable oils dilute essential oils if they cause discomfort or skin irritation (water doesn’t). (I always keep a bottle of unrefined coconut oil in my oils bag.)

2. Keep bottles of essential oils tightly closed and store them in a cool location away from light. If stored properly, essential oils will maintain their potency for many years.

3. Keep essential oils out of reach of children. Treat them as you would any product for therapeutic use. If a child or infant swallows an essential oil: Call a Poison Control Center or seek immediate emergency medical attention if necessary. They may tell you to administer a vegetable oil, milk, cream, yogurt, or other safe, oil-soluble liquid.

4. Essential oils rich in menthol should not be used on the throat or neck area of children under 30 months of age.

5. Wait a day or so after using Angelica, bergamot, grapefruit, lemon, orange, tangerine, or other citrus oils before getting out in the sun.

6. Keep essential oils away from the eye area and never put them directly into ears. Do not handle contact lenses or rub eyes with essential oils on your fingers. Oils with high phenol content—oregano, cinnamon, thyme, clove, lemongrass, and bergamot—may damage contacts and will irritate eyes. Some oils may be painful on mucous membranes unless diluted properly. Immediate dilution is strongly recommended if skin becomes painfully irritated or if oil accidentally gets into eyes. Flushing the area with a vegetable oil should minimize discomfort almost immediately.
DO NOT flush with water! Essential oils are oil soluble, not water soluble. Water will only spread the oils over a larger surface, possibly exacerbating the problem

7. Pregnant women should consult a health care professional when starting any type of health program.

8. Epileptics and those with high blood pressure should consult their health care professional before using essential oils. Use caution with hyssop, fennel, basil, wintergreen/birch, nutmeg, rosemary, peppermint, sage, tarragon, and Idaho tansy oils.

9. People with high blood pressure may want to avoid using sage and rosemary.

10. People with allergies should test a small amount of oil on an area of sensitive skin, such as the inside of the upper arm, before applying the oil on other areas. The bottom of the feet is one of the safest, most effective places to use essential oils.

11. Before taking GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) essential oils internally, dilute one drop of essential oil in one teaspoon of an oil-soluble liquid like honey, olive oil, or milk. Never consume more than a few drops of diluted essential oil per day without the advice of a physician.

12. Do not add undiluted essential oils directly to bath water. Using plain bath gel or Epsom or sea salts as a base for all oils applied to your bath is an excellent way to disperse the oils into the bath water. When essential oils are put directly into bath water without a dispersing agent, they can cause discomfort on sensitive skin because the essential oils float, undiluted, on top of the water.

13. Keep essential oils away from open flames, sparks, or electricity. Some essential oils, including orange, fir, pine, and peppermint are potentially flammable.

14. Skin test an essential oil before using it. Each person’s body is different, so apply oils to a small area first. Apply one oil or blend at a time. When layering oils that are new to you, allow enough time (3 to 5 minutes) for the body to respond before applying a second oil.

15. Read the labels on your oils and research what you’re using. For instance, NEVER take an essential oil internally unless you are certain it is listed as a “supplement” on its label AND that it is a pure, therapeutic grade essential oil.

16. Be careful not to use adulterated or synthetic oils. Some may be toxic. Read more HERE.

17. Do not use peppermint essential on open wounds.


CLICK HERE to download a free copy of Young Living’s Essential Oil User’s Guide.


If you are interested in learning more about Young Living Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils please read more here or contact my blog's email-jewelinthemaking@yahoo.com.

Information used with permission of author-TheCommonScentsMom

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information found here is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or substitute for professional medical assistance. It is provided as information only for your better understanding of holistic health. Always apply common sense and careful handling practices when using essential oils. In case of medical need, please consult an appropriate licensed professional.

Lemon or Lime Cheesecake

Recipe taken from Breaking the Vicious Cycle by Elaine Gottschall. Photo mine.

Ingredients:
3 eggs-warm to room temp
1/3 c honey
1 c scd yogurt-dripped
2 c dry curd cottage cheese
2 tsp legal vanilla
lemon or lime juice (optional)***

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325*.
2. Bring ingredients up to room temp.
3. In a blender add eggs first for blades to turn freely. Then add the rest of the ingredients.
4. Mix well, stopping to scrap down sides every 15 seconds or so.
5. Grease sides of pan with butter or coconut oil so cheesecake will not stick.
6. Pour mixture in smaller pans, splitting up batter so as to not fill more then half way full. It will rise.
7. Bake for 40 mins or until tops turn a slight brown. Do not open oven during first 30 mins.
8. Take it out of oven and let it cool.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
10. Enjoy.

Notes: When I cooked mine I noticed the center was a little wiggly-that is perfectly fine and actually makes a nice smooth cheesecake in the center but if you overcook it, it becomes dry and crumbly.
After I let it cool, I noticed it was a little watery and just drained it.

***I actually used Young Living Lemon or Lime Essential Oil (only YL-others are not safe to ingest) to flavor it. I used 10 drops and it gave a good flavor-not too strong or weak. But do not eat the whole cheesecake in a few days because lemon is a detoxing oil and you will feel the detox effect if you eat too much of the cheesecake with the oil baked in it. :)

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Frankincense, or Boswellia carteri, was considered more valuable than gold in ancient times and used to treat every known ill to man. It’s known for it’s antitumoral, immunostimulant, antidepressant, & muscle relaxing benefits. As well as stimulating to the limbic system of the brain and the hypothalamus, pineal, and pituitary glands. It has a sweet, warm, balsamic aroma that is stimulating and elevating to the mind. It has comforting properties that help focus the mind and overcome stress and despair. Frankincense is considered the holy anointing oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. More recently, it has been used in European and American hospitals and is the subject of substantial research. Frankincense is also a valuable ingredient in skin care products for aging and dry skin. The ancient Egyptians used it in rejuvenation face masks.

The Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, Israelites and numerous other cultures have used frankincense and myrrh for centuries. Frankincense has traditionally been used medicinally for ages as a remedy for a wide variety of afflictions and ailments, including ulcers, nausea, and fever. The smoke from burning frankincense also acts as an insect repellent, averting most disease-inflicted mosquitoes and reducing the chance of malaria in vulnerable regions.

Concentration Use 1-2 drops Frankincense oil on temples and back of neck to improve concentration.
Immune System Apply 1-3 drops Frankincense oil on each foot to strengthen the immune system.
Blisters Dilute Frankincense oil 50/50 with V-6 mixing oil and apply to a blistered area 3-5 times daily.
Insect Bites Put a drop of Frankincense oil on an insect bite to help reduce swelling and speed healing.
Depression Diffuse or inhale from the bottle to help with mood elevation.
Brittle Nails Apply 1-3 drops Frankincense on nails and at base of nails, 3 times per week.
Stretch Marks Rub a few drops on stretch marks 2 times a day.
Cysts Apply 1-2 drops on cyst 2 times a day until it disappears.
Skin Health Apply 1-2 drops Frankincense oil on sun damaged skin spots 2 times a day until it disappears.
Warts Put 2 drops on wart 2 times a day until disappears completely.
Breast Health Rub 2-3 drops on breasts and lower abdomen everyday.
Healthy Maintenance Dilute 1 drop Frankincense oil in 1tsp. honey or 4 oz. rice milk and ingest daily for health maintenance.
Skin Tags Rub 1-2 drops on skin tag 2-3 times a day.
Chest Congestion Rub it on the chest, bottoms of the feet, and on the back neat (undiluted), or diffuse it.
Colds/Flu Anyone that can swallow a capsule can take 2 drops Thieves, 2 drops peppermint, 1 drop Frankincense, and add a few drops of olive oil or grape seed or flax seed oil. Do this 3-4 times per day.

In your first aid kit you can use it to replace:

Neosporin/Bacitracin
Mederma
Scar Away
Scar Zone
Blister Shield
Azo Cranberry
Neutrogena
Oil of Olay

What an amazing oil!
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Young Living Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has a fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous aroma that is soothing and refreshing. Because it is the most versatile of all essential oils, no home should be without it. Lavender is an adaptogen, and therefore can assist the body when adapting to stress or imbalances. It is a great aid for relaxing and winding down before bedtime, yet has balancing properties that can also boost stamina and energy. Therapeutic-grade lavender is highly regarded for skin and beauty. It may be used to soothe and cleanse common cuts, bruises, and skin irritations. The French scientist René Gattefossé was among the first to discover these properties when he was severely burned in a laboratory explosion. Lavender may also be used to enhance the flavor of foods. Lavender has an approximate ORAC of 3,669 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter. ~Taken From Young Living website.

Personal Testimony for YL Lavender EO:
My 3 year old son has been waking up from night terrors. He would start screaming and stretching and unstretching and you just couldn't console him. We would ask him if he was in pain and he said no. I remembered that Lavender was used for calming and so I made him smell from the Lavender bottle and 15 mins later he was back to peacefully sleeping. That happened another night. Then the third night I had him sniff the lavender before he fell asleep and no night terrors. The fourth night I forgot to have him sniff the oil and he woke up screaming again. Made him sniff the Lavender and he was sleeping 15 mins later. On the fifth and sixth night I remembered to give him a sniff and I put a drop on his pillow of the Young Living Lavender EO before bed and no screaming. He was even asking to sniff it by then as at first he would run away from the oils. Last night, the seventh night, forgot to have him smell it but there was no more screaming. Hopefully his night terrors are over with and I know that I can use Lavender for him again if needed. AHHH, mama gets to have better sleep too.

The infinite uses of YL Lavender


More uses of YL Lavender:

• Soothe minor burns by applying 2–3 drops of lavender essential oil to the affected area.
• Rub lavender essential oil on dry or chapped skin to moisturize the affected area.
• Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to a cotton ball and place it in closets and drawers to scent linens and repel moths and insects.
• You may be able to minimize the appearance of scar tissue by massaging lavender essential oil on or around affected areas.
• Place a few drops of lavender essential oil on a wet cloth or dryer sheet to deodorize and freshen your laundry.
• Diffuse lavender essential oil to minimize seasonal discomforts.
• Rub a few drops of lavender essential oil onto your hand and spread over your child’s pillow to help him/her sleep.
• Diffuse lavender essential oil to set the mood for a baby shower or social gathering.
• Diffuse or inhale lavender essential oil to calm your mind, body, and spirit after a hard day’s work.

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Wholesale Price: $21.75

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Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has a strong, clean, fresh, minty aroma. One of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion, it may also restore digestive efficiency.* Jean Valnet MD studied peppermint's supportive effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint's role in improving taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness. Alan Hirsch MD studied peppermint's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals. This powerful essential oil is often diluted before topical application. Peppermint may also be used to enhance the flavor of food and water.~Info taken from youngliving.com

There are many uses of Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil.
Nausea
Headaches
Stomachaches
Stuffy nose
Fevers
Heartburn
Itching
Flavoring foods
And many more.
It is used also to drive other oils into the skin to heal faster.

My husband loves diffusing it in our bedroom because he loves the smell, kinda addicting for him. I love using it in foods. Peppermint brownies, peppermint chocolate and peppermint tea.
Speaking of Peppermint tea, did you know that it more expensive to buy the standard brand peppermint tea bags about $2.50 per 20 bags which comes out to 12 cents per bag. But using 1 drop of Peppermint oil-$19.75 wholesale for 15ml (contains 250 drops)it comes out to 8 cents per drop. The peppermint essential oil is concentrated so that one drop of oil is about 22 bags of tea.

You can learn more about the Young Living Peppermint Oil HERE and HERE.

You can purchase it separately or it comes in the Everyday Oils start-up distributor kit-along with 8 other oils. If you are interested in sign up as a distributor I have more info HERE.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Do not apply neat to a fresh wound or burn. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Distributor enrollment kit options

When you have learned about the oils and have decided to sign up as an independent distributor-whither or not you use the oils just for yourself or decided to make a business out of it you will have to purchase a Start Living Enrollment Kit. There are 11 different kits to choose from. The one I recommend is the Everyday Oils kit.


Start Living (Enrollment) Kit $40.00 Also available in Spanish.
Reap the benefits of becoming a distributor and receive wholesale pricing with the purchase of our new Start Living Kit. Specifically designed to support your needs as a new Young Living Independent Distributor, the Start Living Kit contains materials designed to familiarize you with our products, services, sales aids, and training materials.
Start Living Kit includes:
1 - Welcome Letter
1 - Start Living Brochure
1 - $40 OFF Diffuser Coupon (only one per enrolling account)
1 - Essential Rewards Brochure
1 - 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse Brochure
1 - Thieves Booklet
1 - Everyday Oils Booklet
1 - Policies & Procedures
1 - Creating Abundance Booklet
1 - Compensation Plan Flyer
1 - Team Performance Flyer
3 - Distributor Application/Agreement
3 - Customer/Preferred Customer Form
1 - 5 ml Lavender
1 - 5 ml Peppermint
2 - NingXia Red Singles (2 fl. Oz, ea.)
1 - Essential Rewards Flyer
1 - Start Living DVD
1 - Seed to Seal DVD
1 - Ningxia Red Booklet
1 - Product Guide


Start Living with Everyday Oils (Enrollment) Kit $150 Also available in Spanish.
This exclusive enrollment option also contains nine of our top-selling essential oils and essential oil blends. The specially-selected oils in this collection offer ongoing benefits for your health, home, and body. Enjoy the relaxing benefits of lavender and Peace & Calming, the cleansing power of Thieves and Purification, the comforting touch of Valor and PanAway, and more!
The Everyday Oils enrollment kit provides everything you need to professionally and confidently share Young Living's therapeutic-grade essential oils with others, all at a $10.00 savings over individual product pricing.
Everyday Oils includes:
1 - 5 ml Frankincense
1 - 5 ml Lemon
1 - 5 ml Lavender
1 - 5 ml Peppermint
1 - 5 ml Purification
1 - 5 ml Panaway
1 - 5 ml Peace & Calming®
1 - 5 ml Thieves®
1 - 5 ml Valor®
1 - Start Living Kit (as described above)


Start Living with Thieves (Enrollment) Kit $150 Also available in Spanish.
This exclusive enrollment offering also contains the purifying action of Thieves essential oil blend in a variety of products for the home. Featuring our newest addition to the renowned Thieves product line, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap, Young Living's Thieves enrollment kit ensures the benefits of this revolutionary essential oil blend are always on hand.
The Thieves enrollment kit provides everything you need to professionally and confidently share Young Living's revolutionary Thieves product offering with others, all at a $67.58 savings off of the retail price on individual product pricing.
Thieves Enrollment Kit includes:
1 - 15 ml Thieves Essential Oil Blend
1 - Thieves Dentarome Ultra Toothpaste
1 - Thieves Fresh Essence Plus Mouthwash
2 - Thieves Household Cleaner
2 - Thieves Foaming Hand Soap
2 - Thieves Spray
2 - Thieves Hand Purifier
1 - Thieves Booklet
1 - Start Living Kit (as described above)


NEW Start Living with NingXia Red (Enrollment) Kit $206 Also available in Spanish for $185.
This exclusive enrollment option also contains the energizing benefits of NingXia Red, Young Living's naturally delicious nutrient infusion in a value priced 4-pack. Rich in wide-spectrum antioxidant activity, NingXia Red has the highest levels of naturally occurring, age-defying S-ORAC activity to help support immune function, cardiovascular health, and nourish the eyes.* Whole Ningxia wolfberries and other nutrient-dense fruit juices, like aronia and pomegranate, make NingXia Red the prefect choice for optimizing wellness. The NingXia Red enrollment kit provides everything you need to professionally and confidently share this terrific product with others, all with $33.50 in savings over individual product pricing.
NingXia Red Enrollment Kit includes:
4 - 750ml NingXia Red
30 - 2 oz. NingXia Red Singles
1 - Start Living Kit


Start Living with 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse Kit $300
The 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse™ facilitates gentle and effective cleansing to improve overall health and well-being.* A minimum of four, easy cleanses a year with our 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse and continued nutritional maintenance will help balance the extremes of the modern diet. This nutritive cleanse includes the following: Ningxia Red, an energizing, replenishing, whole wolfberry nutrient infusion (1500 ml ); Balance Complete, a super-food-based, daily, superfood energizer and nutritive cleanse (26.4 oz.); Digest + cleanse, which soothes gastrointestinal discomfort and supports healthy digestion* ( 30 softgels ). Note: The 5 - Day Nutritive Cleanse is a starting place. More intense and targeted nutrients may be required for your particular situation.
5-Day Nutritive Cleanse includes:
1 - NingXia Red 2pk
1 - Balance Complete
1 - Digest + Cleanse
1 - 5-Day Nutritive Cleanse Brochure
Core Essentials Complete includes:
1 - 1 liter NingXia Red
2 - Balance Complete
1 - Core Supplement Pack
1 - Start Living Kit (as described above)


Start Living with Slique (Enrollment) Kit $275
This exclusive enrollment option also contains the The Slique™ Kit which combines premium natural products—Slique™ Tea, Slique™ Gum 3pk, Slique™ Essence, Slique™ Slim Caps, and Balance Complete™—in a convenient 30-day pack that supports ongoing weight-management goals.
The Slique™ enrollment kit provides everything you need to professionally and confidently share this terrific product with others.
The Slique Enrollment Pack includes:
2 – Slique™ Tea – 25ct
1 – Slique Slim Caps - 30 twin caps
2 – Balance Complete™
1 – 15ml Slique™ Essence
1 – Slique Gum - 3pk
1 - Start Living Kit (as described above)


Start Living w/Slique (Vegetarian) Enrollment Kit $275
The Slique™ Kit Vegetarian which combines premium natural products—Slique™ Tea, Slique Gum 3pk, Slique Essence™, Detoxzyme®, and Power Meal™—in a convenient 30-day pack that supports ongoing weight- management goals.
The Slique™ Kit Vegetarian enrollment kit provides everything you need to professionally and confidently share this terrific product with others.
The Slique (Vegetarian) Enrollment Pack includes:
2 – Slique™ Tea – 25ct
2 – Detoxzyme - 180ct
2 – Power Meal™
1 – 15ml Slique™ Essence
1 – Slique Gum - 3pk
1 - Start Living Kit (as described above)

When you have chosen the kit you like and are ready to sign up, go to the Young Living website and follow the online account setup using my sponsor/enroller id #1259538. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me at jewelinthemaking@yahoo.com If you do sign up and purchase in the same day an enrollment kit priced 115 PV or more I will ship to you an essential oils pocket reference book while supplies last.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Descriptions taken from Young Living website.

Young Living Thieves Essential Oil

Thieves® was created based on research about four thieves in France who covered themselves with cloves, rosemary, and other aromatics while robbing plague victims. This proprietary essential oil blend was university tested for its cleansing abilities. It is highly effective in supporting the immune system and good health.*

I have personally used Thieves internally, diffused and topically when treating colds. It helped with gum issues. I use it in my homemade toothpaste and sore throat spray. It can be used for cleaning, sanitizing, personal care, cold and flu, sore throat, and many other uses.

Ingredients: Clove† (Syzygium aromaticum), lemon† (Citrus limon), cinnamon† (Cinnamomum verum), Eucalyptus radiata† and rosemary† (Rosmarinus officinalis CT 1,8 cineol).

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You can purchase it separately or it comes in the Everyday Oils start-up distributor kit-along with 8 other oils. If you are interested in sign up as a distributor I have more info HERE.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Personal care recipes using Young Living Essential Oils

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Replacing over the counter first aid products are easy using these recipes.

Make Your Own Sore Throat Spray

1/4 oz. Vodka
1 3/4 oz. Purified Water
10 drops Thieves Essential Oil Blend
5 drops Therapeutic Grade Peppermint or Lemon essential oil
2 drops Stevia

Blend together and store in a 2 oz. dark glass spray bottle. Spray 1-2 squirts on the back of throat for soothing relief.

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Stacy’s Boo Boo Spray

2 oz. Aloe Vera Juice (or purified water)
10 drops therapeutic grade lavender
10 drops therapeutic grade geranium
1 drop therapeutic grade frankincense (optional)

Shake together well and store in a dark glass spray bottle.

To make a Burn Spray, omit the geranium and frankincense, and instead use 20 drops of lavender.

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Mom’s Homemade Toothpaste

3-4 T. vegetable glycerin (food grade) or coconut oil
6T. Baking Soda (aluminum free)
2 tsp. Dr. Bronner’s Baby Mild Liquid Castile Soap (unscented)
4 drops stevia or 1 tsp. xylitol (xylitol is supposed to prevent tooth decay!)
20 drops therapeutic grade peppermint essential oil
1-2 drops therapeutic grade Thieves essential oil blend

If using Xylitol as the sweetener, I mix it with the Castile soap first, so that it has a chance to dissolve. I don’t like my toothpaste to turn out grainy. However, it may be that it would dissolve anyway, I just haven’t taken the chance. Then I mix all the ingredients together with a whisk.

Pour it into a glass jar. Any glass jar will work, even a plain old mason jar; but, a decorative one will make you feel good. :-)

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Homemade All Natural Deodorant

Makes enough for one average-sized deodorant roll-up container.

1 heaping T. beeswax pellets
2 1/2 T. coconut oil
1/8 C. arrowroot powder
1/8 C. baking soda
2 drops castor oil
2 drops vitamin E
24 drops of therapeutic grade essential oil of your choice (recommendations below)

The selections are endless. You could choose just single oils (lavender, lemon, melaleuca, sandalwood, frankincense, cinnamon bark, etc.) or Young Living has a number of blends that are perfect for a good deodorant (Thieves, Purification, Citrus Fresh, Three Wise Men, Joy, Harmony, Christmas Spirit, Sensation etc.).

If you want to get creative, you could try to blend a few complementary oils together yourself. Here are a few examples:

English Garden:

19 drops lavender
4 drops ylang ylang drops
1 geranium

Morning Breeze

15 drops Rosemary
5 drops peppermint
4 drops lavender

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Only use Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils, since lower quality oils may be toxic. Recipes taken from The Common Scents Mom blog with permission.

Budget purchasing YL essential oils with Essential Rewards

Essential Rewards (ER) is a program that offers discounts and reward points based on your monthly purchases. It is free to join and there is no obligation to continue; you are simply agreeing to purchase at least 50 PV (approx. $50.00) per month of whatever oils or YL products you’d like. And, of course, you’ll want to change your order each month, so that you’re not always getting the same thing – there are so many amazing oils and health products to choose from!

Essential Rewards Benefits

Discounted shipping
Discounts on exclusive product packages (I love this!)
Essential Rewards credits redeemable for FREE products (Even better!)
Months on Essential Rewards Points Earned
Months 1–6 earn 10%
Months 7–12 earn 15%
Months 13+ earn 20%
Change your order each month to include whatever products you’d like (minimum 50 PV)
Choose your processing day, and change it whenever you like
Qualify for additional compensation and bonus rewards-Certain bonuses and commissions may require
a minimum of 100 PV.

Using Essential Rewards is a great way to budget so that you can slowly and steadily build your family’s “natural medicine cabinet". Here are some combinations to maintain the 50 PV requirement while spending the least amount but get a variety of oils.

I set this up as if you had purchased the $40 Start Living Distributor Kit in which you will receive Lavender and Peppermint 5 ml essential oils, although I believe the best kit for the value is the Everyday Oils kit where you will receive the 9-5 ml essential oils (plus the 2-5 ml eo's from the Start Living kit) listed in Combos 1-5. You will also receive a $40 off of a diffuser which you must use within 2 months of signup or it expires. I was blessed to purchase the beautiful Aria diffuser using the coupon. But the Home diffuser is what most people go with and I want to purchase that one too. You also receive EO's with the diffusers.

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These are distributor prices and the prices are also the point values (PV). There is also shipping and tax that is not included in these prices below. Most if not all are 15ml bottles. If you are building YL as a business then you will need to purchase 100 PV so you can just double it up. These prices are from the Product Price list effective as of July 1st, 2012 but are subject to change.

Combo 1:
3575 Lavender $21.75
3578 Lemon $10.50
3614 Peppermint $19.75=$52.00

Combo 2:
3423 Thieves® $31.75
3399 Purification® $17.75=$59.50

Combo 3:
3548 Frankincense $69.75

Combo 4:
3390 PanAway® $69.75

Combo 5:
3393 Peace & Calming® $32.75
3429 Valor® $20.50=$53.25

Combo 6:
4640 Progessence™ Plus $35.00
3530 Cypress $18.75=$53.75

Combo 7:
3563 Helichrysum 5 ml $78.75

Combo 8:
3324 DiGize™ $32.00
3336 En-R-Gee™ $20.75=$52.75

Combo 9:
3524 Clove $14.75
3431 Copaiba $39.75=$54.50

Combo 10:
3316 Idaho Balsam Fir $59.75

Combo 11:
3650 Thyme $33.75
3658 Wintergreen $17.75=$51.50

Combo 12:
3345 Gentle Baby™ $40.75
3509 Cedarwood $9.75=$50.50

Combo 13:
3500 Basil $24.75
3605 Oregano $27.75=$52.50

Combo 14:
3372 Joy™ $38.50
3378 Melrose™ $17.25=$55.75

Combo 15:
6350 Trauma Life™ $42.75
3602 Orange $10.25=$53.00

Combo 16:
3581 Lemongrass $11.25
3387 M-Grain™ $39.75=$51.00

Combo 17:
3405 R.C.™ $19.75
3309 Aroma Siez™ $31.50=$51.25

Combo 18:
3321 Clarity™ $36.75
3539 Eucalyptus Globulus $13.75=$50.50

Combo 19:
3515 Cinnamon Bark 5 ml $22.75
3584 Marjoram $34.75=$57.50

Combo 20:
3744 Thieves® Dentarome Ultra Toothpaste 4.1 oz. $8.75
4463 Thieves® Dental Floss-Single $3.25
3683 Thieves® Fresh Essence Plus Mouthwash 7.2 fl. oz. $10.00
3674 Thieves® Foaming Hand Soap 8 fl. oz. $11.25
3743 Thieves® Household Cleaner 14.4 fl. oz. $21.50=$54.75

Combo 21:
3756 Thieves® Wipes 30 ct. $12.75
3265 Thieves® Spray 1 fl. oz. $8.50
3282 Thieves® Hard Lozenges 30 ct. $17.75
3229 Thieves® Soft Lozenges 30 ct. $14.75=$53.75

If you are interested in signing up as a distributor, CLICK HERE to learn more.

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Peppermint pieces

Healthy peppermint chunks. Recipe modified from Everyday Oils with Kim.

1 cup of coconut oil, softened but not melted
1/4 cup of honey
5-6 drops of Young Living Peppermint essential oil

1. Mix this all together.
2. Poured it onto a waxed paper cookie sheet.
3. Place the tray level into the freezer and wait about 1 hour.
4. Break it up into pieces.
5. Enjoy!

You will need to keep them in the freezer, so they don't melt.


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