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ORAC Scores for Essential Oils
ORAC Score
The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity) assay is a laboratory procedure developed in 1992 at the National Institute of Aging in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is used to measure the antioxidant capacities of many foods, juices, and oils. The higher the ORAC score, the more capable that particular food or oil is of destroying free radicals (Free radicals can cause disease and aging by changing the structure of the body’s cell walls, DNA, and protein, disrupting their important functions), thus retarding the aging process and preventing cancers and other diseases.
Foods with a high ORAC score may be able to protect cells and their components from oxidative damage. Oxygen radicals are chemicals that form naturally inside the body through the process of oxidation. Everyday functions such as digestion and physical activity produce oxygen radicals. Daily exposure to polluted air, rancid food and oxidizing radiation from the sun and electrical appliances also contribute.
An easy to understand example of oxidation is to imagine rust attacking metal. When the rust eats away at the metal, the metal starts to weaken and decay until it can no longer work. This is what happens to our body when free radicals attack it. Organs, cells and other parts of the body can be weakened by oxidation. This leads to diseases such as cancer, skin and heart diseases, senile dementia and osteoarthritis.
Studies have shown that eating foods with a high ORAC score will raise the antioxidant levels in the blood by around 10 to 25%. The ORAC figure suggested by experts is around 5,000 units per day to have a significant effect on plasma and tissue antioxidant levels. Eating eight to ten servings of brightly colored fruits and vegetables or dark greens will help achieve this level.
Here are some examples of ORAC scores:
| Fruits and Vegtables | Essential Oils |
| Carrots 210 | Sandalwood (Aloes) 160 |
| Oranges 750 | Frankincense 630 |
| Beets 840 | Rose of Sharon (cistus) 3,860 |
| Raspberries 1,220 | Cinnamon 10,340 |
| Strawberries 1,540 | Spikenard 54,800 |
| Blueberries 2,400 | Myrhh 379,800 |
| Wolfberries 25,300 | Clove 1,078,700 |
Most essential oils score higher than most fruits and vegetables, as the two tables above suggest. In fact, essential oils have the highest ORAC scores of all substances in the world. An ounce of Clove Oil has the antioxidant capacity of 320 pounds of carrots, 28 quarts of blueberries, or 10 gallons of beet juice. The exceptionally high ORAC scores of essential oils partially explains why living with them in your daily environment – to breathe, eat, and apply to your body – can support all of your systems and contribute effectively towards long healthful living, even when used in very small quantities, and even when only inhaling them.
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Art of the Apothecary
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Apothecary is defined in today’s terms as “a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs.” Derived from the Greek word apotheke, it means a repository or store room and from the Hebrew word raqach, which means to perfume. Some bible translations use the word perfumer instead of apothecary, such as “to prepare spices.” In biblical times, the Levitical priesthood served as apothecaries as well. One of the responsibilities for the priests included preparing the holy anointing oil and incense. In Exodus 30:22 – 28, we read about the instructions the LORD gave to Moses concerning the ingredients of the holy anointing oil:
“Moreover the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, And of cassia five hundred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, and of oil olive an hin: And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment com-pound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.”
This highly perfumed formula prescribed by God comprised of the finest spices: flowing myrrh, sweet-smelling cinnamon, fragrant calamus cane, cassia and olive oil. Specific instructions for its use consecrated or set apart articles for Temple worship as “holy.” This included the ark of the testimony, the holy tabernacle, and all of its furnish-ings. Because of its specialness, Yahweh gave an admonition to NOT reproduce the EXACT formula, nor use it on ordinary people. This is something believers should respect as they explore study and create biblical scents.
God not only gave Moses specific instructions for combining these essences for the Holy Anointing Oil, but for also combining them into a pure and Holy confection to be burned as an incense as a testimony in the tabernacle of the congregation before Yahweh. In Exodus 30:34 – 38, it says:
“And the LORD said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each shall there be a like weight: And thou shalt make it a perfume, a confection after the art of the apothecary, tempered together, pure and holy: And thou shalt beat some of it very small, and put of it before the testimony in the tabernacle of the congregation, where I will meet with thee: it shall be unto you most holy. And as for the perfume which thou shalt make, ye shall not make to yourselves according to the composition thereof: it shall be unto thee holy for the LORD. Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereto, shall even be cut off from his people.”
Apothecaries remained a prominent part of Israel’s culture after being taken into Babylonian captivity and upon returning to Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah and Ezra. In Nehemiah 3:8 it tells how they participated in the rebuilding of the city:
“Next unto him repaired Uzziel the son of Harhaiah, of the goldsmiths. Next unto him also repaired Hananiah the son of one of the apothecaries, and they fortified Jerusalem unto the broad wall.”
Though the term “apothecary” is not found in the New Testament, the practice of compounding and burning Holy Incense still continued. In fact, this duty was consid-ered such a great honor for those of the Levitical priesthood they had to cast lots for it. Luke 1:9 tells how lot fell on Zacharias:
“According to the custom of the priest’s office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord. And the whole multitude of the people were praying without at the time of incense. And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.”
Some may consider the duties of the apothecary and priest to be a lost art since the destruction of the 2nd Temple. However, Yeshua spoke of another temple (His body) in which believers are members of and are to be a priest unto. 1 Peter 2:5 says,
“Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.”
Today, the ancient art of perfumery and apothecary is being restored.
Cinnamon and Cassia Essential Oil Benefits
by Rebecca Park Totilo
For more information about the biblical essential oils please visit Rebecca’s website http://HealWithOil.com.
Cassia and Cinnamon are mentioned in Exodus 30:22-31 as part of the holy anointing oil. The Hebrew word for the spice Cassia is similar to the word meaning “to bow down or to pay homage.” “Homage” in the Scriptures means “to honor another by bending low in deep respect.” Yeshua’s Bride is to be humble toward all people. She is to bow down in homage to God alone.
Cassia and Cinnamon are very similar in fragrance because they are actually of the same genus and the laurel family of plants. Cassia was considered inferior to other plants in the laurel family.[1]
Isn’t that true of Yeshua’s life? The leaders considered Him of little account because He came from Nazareth, but His Father glorified Him, as mentioned in John 8:54.
In the middle ages, the Arabs maintained monopoly of the spice trade by claiming Cinnamon was harvested from the nests of ferocious birds and had to be gathered under their attack.[2]
This prized spice was also used by a band of thieves who stole jewels off dead bodies during the Black Plague in Europe without contracting the disease. When the King of England questioned them, he discovered that their secret was essential oils, which included Cinnamon.
Therapeutic/Medicinal Uses
Both Cassia and Cinnamon are extremely effective in fighting bacteria and viruses. Research has revealed that most viruses, fungi, and bacteria cannot sustain themselves in the presence of therapeutic grade essential oils and it was probably these oils that protected the Israelites from disease.[3]
Benefits of Cassia oil include offering support to the immunity system against colds and flu simply by inhaling them or rubbing them on the soles of the feet.
Cinnamon is being used to cure diabetes, high-blood sugar, and high blood pressure according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.[4] It also calms spasms of the digestive tract, indigestion, diarrhea, colitis, vomiting, and nausea. Many have used Cinnamon for the treatment of depression and stress-related conditions.
These oils may also be used for dry, sensitive skin, but both should be diluted with a carrier oil such as olive oil.
How Essential Oils Work
by Rebecca Park Totilo
Clinical research has discovered that essentials oils have the highest frequency of any natural substance. Electrical properties and charges of essential oils carry electrons or negative ions, which are healing and healthful.[1]
A healthy human body ranges from 62 to 68 MHz. The air breathed, food eaten, and other factors cause frequency levels to drop. Examples of the Taino Technology study reveal:
At 58 MHz cold and flu symptoms may appear.
At 55 MHz diseases like Candida and arthritis may take hold.
At 42 MHz cancer may set in.
At 25 MHz death begins.[2]
The essence or life-blood of the plant carries a live frequency—ranging from 52 MHz to 320 MHz.
Using therapeutic grade essential oils on a daily basis keeps body frequencies at a healthy level, prevents disease, and even reverses damage.
Research has shown that the number one cause for depression is the loss of oxygen around the pineal and pituitary glands. They have also discovered that with careful application of these oils to the soles of the feet, it enables the oil to reach every cell in the body within 20 minutes.[3] This may be why people in biblical times lived so long.
Principal essential oils contain various constituents, including these three compounds: phenylpropanoids, sesquiterpenes, and monoterpenes.[4] These three constituents are unique to essential oils and are produced naturally by the plant with the intelligence and capacity to do the following:
Phenylpropanoids – cleanse the receptor sites.
Sesquiterpenes – erase the incorrect information in the DNA or cellular memory.
Monoterpenes – reprogram the cellular intelligence back to God’s original plan with correct information.
Sesquiterpenes carry oxygen to the brain and stimulate the pineal and pituitary glands. Three of the four oils in the world with the highest known concentration of sesquiterpenes are biblical oils: Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Spikenard.
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Myrrh Essential Oil and Its Use
In Esther 2:12 the Bible describes Esther’s preparations for becoming queen which involved six months with the oil of Myrrh, a spice commonly used for preparing bodies for burial.
A similar custom is described in the Song of Solomon revealing another bridal tradition concerning the use of Myrrh. In the Song of Solomon 1:13, the bride responds to the king and says, “A bundle of myrrh is my wellbeloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts.” This reflects a popular custom of laying a bundle of Myrrh on one’s chest while sleeping as a beauty treatment in preparation for a wedding. Both of these examples from the Word teach believers that the first step to becoming the Bride of Messiah is to spiritually put the flesh to death.
Most believers know from experience the works of the flesh are the first issues God deals with when they come to know Yeshua as their Savior. The Scriptures list these works in Galatians 5:19-21:
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.”
Esther didn’t do it alone, as Scripture shows. She had the king’s eunuch Hegai to guide her in how to prepare. Believers also have a guide—the Holy Spirit—showing them all things in how to ready themselves for His return.
In the same way Esther prepared, the Spirit provides His betrothed ones with oil of Myrrh, which represents the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death.
Philippians 3:10-11 reads, “That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; if by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.”
Because of what Yeshua did, the Lord’s Bride can share in His victory over sin, the world, and the flesh!
Tears of Myrrh
During the Messiah’s final agonizing hours in the Garden of Gethsemane, the weight of the world’s sins crushed the Savior like a wine press, causing Him to sweat great tears of blood.
His bitter sufferings can be compared to Myrrh, a highly-prized spice used for perfumes and incense, extracted by piercing the tree’s heartwood and allowing the gum to trickle out and harden into bitter, aromatic red droplets called “tears.”
The Hebrew word for Myrrh is mowr, which means “distilled” and comes from the root word marar, which means “bitterness.”
After the Savior’s crucifixion, His body was prepared with Myrrh. As a member of Yeshua’s body, believers are to be made ready with the burial of their sins at the cross. They must die to the old life, as death is the first step in preparation for those who will become the Bride of the Messiah.
Yeshua told His disciples in Matthew 16:24b-25, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.”
As joint heirs with the Messiah, His Bride is to share in His affliction according to 2 Corinthians 1:5, so that she can be triumphant through the bitterness of suffering. Believers are told to rejoice in this. Colossians 1:24 says, “Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body’s sake.”
Myrrh is a fixing or servant oil which is used by apothecaries to enhance the fragrance of the other oils and make them last longer. Isn’t that just like the Messiah? He is a servant and desires to lift up His Bride and enhance her with beautiful things.
The First and the Last
Rich with symbolism, Myrrh is mentioned 156 times in the Bible. It is the first oil mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 37:25, when Joseph’s jealous brothers sold him into slavery to a caravan of Ishmaelites (incense traders) who were on their way to Egypt, carrying “balm and myrrh.” Years later during the famine, Joseph’s brothers came to Egypt to buy food, encountering Joseph as an Egyptian prince.
Interestingly, Jacob their father (now called Israel) told his sons to take gifts for the prince. The Scripture says they brought Joseph balm and Myrrh (Genesis 43:11)—the same two oils that accompanied Joseph into slavery.
Not only is Myrrh the first oil mentioned in the Bible, it is the last one mentioned in Revelation 18:13: “And cinnamon, and odours, and ointments (“myrrh” in the Greek), and frankincense, and wine, and oil, and fine flour, and wheat, and beasts, and sheep, and horses, and chariots, and slaves, and souls of men.”
Myrrh was one of the first gum resins/oils given as a gift to Yeshua as a young child by the Magi in Matthew 2:11. It was also the last oil offered to Yeshua at Golgotha when He was crucified. In Mark 15:23, it says, “And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not.”
Therapeutic/Medicinal Uses
Myrrh was known to act as a pain-reliever, which is why the Romans mixed it to the sour wine and offered it to Yeshua on the cross.[1]
Recent studies and medicinal research has discovered that Myrrh is anti-infectious, antiviral, anti-parasitic, hormone-like, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hyperthyroid. It soothes skin conditions and supports the immunity system.[2],[3]
Dr. Mohamed Rafi at Rutgers University discovered Myrrh to be anti-cancer and effective for prevention and treatment of breast and prostrate cancer, according to the Journal of Natural Products.[4]
Other uses include treating bronchitis, diarrhea, dysentery, hyperthyroidism, stretch marks and skin conditions, eczema, gingivitis, gum infections, asthma, athlete’s foot, thrush and vaginal thrush, ulcers, and viral hepatitis.[5],[6]
“Nature” magazine reported in an article entitled “Analgesic Effects of Myrrh,” that Myrrh promotes a feeling of security.[7] Many find just inhaling the fragrance lifts the spirit.
For more information please visit: http://HealWithEssentialOil.com. Rebecca Park Totilo is a bestselling author of 37 books including, “Heal With Essential Oil: Nature’s Medicine Chest” and “Heal With Oil: How to Use the Essential Oils of Ancient Scripture.”
[1] Dolara, P. “Analgesic Effects of Myrrh.” Nature. 4 January 1996.
[2] Essential Oils Desk Reference. Essential Science Publishing.
[3] Farres-Hall, Gill. The Aromatherapy Bible. Sterling Publishing. Page 314.
[4] Rutgers University professor and co-researcher, Mohamed M. Rafi, Ph.D., identified an anti-cancer compound in Myrrh and believed it could be developed into a potent drug for the prevention and treatment of breast and prostrate cancer. This information was published in the Journal of Natural Products on November 26, 2001.
[5] Essential Oils Desk Reference. Essential Science Publishing.
[6] Sibley, Veronica. Aromatherapy Solutions: Essential oils to lift the mind, body, and spirit.
[7] Dolara, P. “Analgesic Effects of Myrrh.” Nature. 4 January 1996.
Cooking with Essential Oils – Featured “Basil”
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We are all very familiar with basil as a cooking herb, but it also has numerous qualities for using in the health arena. Listed here are a few details about the specificup basil that I am more familiar with. Keep in mind that with many herbs and/ or oils, there generally are numerous species or genus that will all be called basil (or other herb or plant).
* Botanical family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae (mint)
* Ocimum basilicum CT Methyl Chavicol is grown in several places including Reunion, Comoro, and Egypt. Methyl chavicol CT (also known as estragole CT) is the chemotype of basil making it a strong antispasmodic
1. preventing or relieving spasms.
2. an agent that so acts.
.
* Extraction method: Steam distilled from leaves, stems, and flowers.
* Key constituents: Methylchavicol, Linalol, 1,8 Cineole, Eugenol eugenol /eu·gen·ol/ (u´jen-ol) a dental analgesic and antiseptic obtained from clove oil or other natural sources; applied topically to dental cavities and also used as a component of dental protectives.
The family of plants that produces the most chemotypes (variations in oil compositions within the same species) is Lamiaceae (or Labiatae)–the mint family. Plants produce chemotypes as an adaptation to survive in a variety of different environments. Some plants are adaptable and some are not. Some species can live in only one special environment, like frankincense and myrrh myrrh: see incense tree. , while others can grow almost anywhere. The large variety of chemotypes produced by the mints is evidence of their ability to live under a wide range of soil types and environmental conditions. Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the many oil-producing members of the mint family. I wish it would grow as uncontrollably as the other mints do in my gardens here in the mountains of Colorado. Maybe I’m at too high an altitude and a lack of oxygen–you think?
Folklore
Usually due to such a long history of essential oils, or at least their mother plants, there will always be a certain amount of folklore that goes along with it. Many times the folklore can be quite interesting and conjure up numerous thoughts and ideas about what brought a particular folklore idea into existence so many years ago. Here’s a sampling for basil.
Considered by the ancient Greeks as the “king of plants,” basil was used to anoint
tr.v. a·noint·ed, a·noint·ing, a·noints
1. To apply oil, ointment, or a similar substance to.
2. To put oil on during a religious ceremony as a sign of sanctification or consecration.
3. kings. Hindus placed sprigs of basil on the chests of deceased loved ones to protect them from evil and provide safe passage into the next life. Due to its supposed aphrodisiac
Any of various forms of stimulation thought to arouse sexual excitement. They may be psychophysiological (arousing the senses of sight, touch, smell, or hearing) or internal (e.g., foods, alcoholic drinks, drugs, love potions, medicinal preparations). qualities, Italian women displayed basil to alert possible suitors, and the men would present the women with basil sprigs.
No wonder we love brushing against basil or running our hands over the plant to inhale its wonderful aroma. I guess I can’t speak for anybody else–but I sure enjoy it.
Historical uses
Historically, basil has had many very important health remedies attached to it. I’ll list a few of them but please understand that with today’s knowledge this listing is extremely limited as to what basil is capable of in assisting the body’s quest for greater health.
Bast Bast, in Egyptian religion
Bast (băst), ancient Egyptian cat goddess. At first a goddess of the home, she later became known as a goddess of war. The center of her cult was at Bubastis. Her name also appears as Ubast. was used anciently for respiratory problems, digestive and kidney ailments, poisonous insect or snake bites, fevers, epidemics, malaria, and throat/lung infections.
Janice W., Michigan, was stung on the forehead by a yellow jacket wasp. She said the pain was very intense. She used just one drop of basil oil on it and the pain stopped instantly. She had mentioned there was no redness or soreness after that one application of basil oil.
Being used extensively in traditional Asian Indian medicine, basil’s name is derived from “basileum,” the Greek name for king. In the 16th century, the powdered leaves were inhaled to treat migraines and chest infections. The Hindu people put basil sprigs on the chests of the dead to protect them from evil spirits. It was listed in Hildegard’s Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly-regarded Benedictine herbalist
n.
1. One who grows, collects, or specializes in the use of herbs, especially medicinal herbs.
2. See herb doctor. Hildegard of Bingen Hildegard of Bingen (hĭl`dəgärth’, bĭng`ən), 1098–1179, German nun, mystic, composer, writer, and cultural figure, known as the Sibyl of the Rhine. (1098-1179).
Simone T., New York, said he suffered greatly from migraines and nothing seemed to help. If he catches the onset at the right time and takes a few capsules of basil, wintergreen, and peppermint peppermint: see mint. , it immediately relieves the pressure by decreasing the inflammation that occurs in the vessels in the head. This is now his only relief for migraine headaches.
Medical properties
Some of basil’s known medical properties include it as a powerful antispasmodic, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and muscle relaxant.
Basil is an excellent antispasmodic essential oil, relaxing to the muscles, both voluntary and involuntary.
Basil is the first oil that my husband or I reach for in the middle of the night when we are awakened with those horrible charley horse muscle spasms. Just a few drops in the palm of our hand, applied topically where the pain is the worst, and within seconds the muscle spasm is long gone. There are times when the spasms will hit my husband more than once. When it does he just grabs the basil again and applies more than he did the first time for lasting relief the second time around.
There have been times I’m too far asleep to wake up all the way and grab the basil to stop the spasm–which means it’s really just a small one this time. I notice in the morning when I’ve not used the basil to halt the spasm that the affected muscle will be sore and tender. But if I’ve used the basil I never feel that tenderness sensation in the muscles in the morning. In fact, I’ve forgotten that I even had a spasm in the middle of the night.
French medicinal uses
I list these because the French have a very long history of using essential oils, so we often learn even more about their uses from the French.
Migraines (especially from liver and gallbladder problems), mental fatigue, menstrual periods (scanty).
Hope S., California, was doubled over with severe menstrual pain. She said her sister gave her a drop of basil essential oil to rub on each of her ankles and within minutes the severe cramping ceased.
Other possible uses
This oil may be used for aches/ pains, anxiety, bronchitis, chronic colds, concentration, nervous depression, digestion, earache ear·ache
n.
Pain in the ear; otalgia. , fainting, fatigue (mental), fever, gout gout, condition that manifests itself as recurrent attacks of acute arthritis, which may become chronic and deforming. It results from deposits of uric acid crystals in connective tissue or joints. , headaches, hemorrhoids, hiccoughs, insect bites (soothing), insect repellent, insomnia (from nervous tension), intestinal problems, poor memory, chronic mucus, muscle spasms, ovarian cysts, prostate problems, rhinitis
Rhinitis is inflammation of the mucous lining of the nose.
Description
Rhinitis is a nonspecific term that covers infections, allergies, and other disorders whose common feature is the location of their symptoms. (inflammation of nasal mucous membranes), loss of smell, snake bites, vomiting, wasp stings, and whooping cough.
“Every night I rub basil on my knees and lower legs and ankles so my legs will remain still in the bed (Restless Leg Syndrome restless leg syndrome Nocturnal myoclonus Sleep disorders A clinical complex characterized by nocturnal cramping of the anterior calf, restlessness, a feeling of heaviness, aching, painful paresthesia and tingling in legs with uncontrolled twitching, relieved by ). About three drops of basil in the palm of my hand with a quarter’s worth of vegetable mixing oil, rub my hands together and spread over both legs. Just three drops per night makes all the difference in the world.”–Dianne H., Montana
It is both anti-septic and antibacterial. Basil is a decongestant
1. tending to reduce congestion or swelling.
2. an agent that so acts.
(because of its 1,8 cineole content) and supports the prostate. Basil may help restore a lost sense of smell, cleansing the receptor sites of the nose.
Phenolics and phenylpropanoids are among the most important classes of essential oil compounds. They cleanse receptor sites in the body, eat up free radicals and protect us from viruses and harmful bacteria. The oil of basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the many essential oils that are rich in phenolics and/or phenylpropanoids. Don’t worry if you don’t understand all these foreign sounding words. The main thing is to remember what they and the oils they are present in have the capability of doing.
Aromaticup and fragrant influence (inhalation)
Helps one maintain an open mind and increases clarity of thought. Fights mental fatigue.
Amazing as it may seem, this one oil from the essence of basil has been known to help with all these issues and many more. This is certainly not unlike all essential oils, if they are a pure-therapeutic-grade essential oil.
As we continue with other essential oil articles you will discover they also do much of the same things. This is why I often continue to try another oil, and perhaps even another oil, until I find one that works for my body.
Applications (as taken from various reference books)
Apply to temples, tip of nose, vita flex (reflexology
Reflexology is a therapeutic method of relieving pain by stimulating predefined pressure points on the feet and hands. This controlled pressure alleviates the source of the discomfort. ) points on feet, and/or directly on area of concern; diffuse; may also be added to food or water as a dietary supplement (only therapeutic-grade essential oils that is labeled for dietary supplement or internal consumption).
Dilute one part essential oil with four parts organic cold-pressed vegetable oil; apply two to four drops on location, temples, neck; chakras/ vita flex (reflexology) points, (crown of head, forehead, heart, and navel); directly inhale; diffuse; or take as dietary supplement (using only a therapeutic-grade essential oil that has been approved as a dietary supplement).
Oral use as dietary supplement (as taken from various reference books)
Pure therapeutic-grade essential oils are Generally Regarded As Safe (GRAS GRAS – A public domain graph-oriented database system for software engineering applications from RWTH Aachen. ) for internal consumption by the FDA. Dilute one drop oil in one teaspoon honey or four ounces of beverage (i.e., rice milk). Not for children under six years old; use with caution and in greater dilution for children six years old and over.
Caution: Avoid use if epileptic.
Helpful hints for cooking with essential oils
It is important not to heat essential oils beyond their flash point. This can be easily avoided by lowering the stovetop
n.
The top surface of a stove, especially when used for cooking.
adj.
Used, prepared, or done on the top of a cooking stove: a stovetop casserole; stovetop cooking. temperature, using the essential oils in conjunction with extra virgin olive oil, or by adding the oils when the dish has been removed from the heat or flame.
It is easiest to use essential oils in recipes that call for dried herbs, spices, or fruit juices (i.e., lemon, orange). Simply replace these ingredients with the companion essential oil. Essential oils have a stronger flavor than dried herbs and spices.
There are approximately 60 drops of oil in a teaspoon, but because essential oils are so potent, a much smaller amount would be sufficient. It would be best to start out with small amounts of oil and then increase until the desired flavor preference has been reached.
Since the flavor of essential oils can dissipate, add oils to dishes immediately before serving if the recipe requires refrigeration.
The juice or zest of one lemon, orange, tangerine tangerine: see orange. , or grapefruit can be replaced with 10-15 drops of the companion essential oil.
One tablespoon or more of marjoram marjoram or sweet marjoram (mär`jərəm), Old World perennial aromatic herb (Marjorana hortensis) of the family Labiatae (mint family), cultivated in gardens for flavoring. , oregano oregano (ərĕg`ənō), name for several herbs used for flavoring food. A plant of the family Labiatae (mint family), Origanum vulgare, , sage, rosemary, thyme, fennel fennel, common name for several perennial herbs, genus Foeniculum vulgare of the family Umbelliferae (parsley family), related to dill. The strawlike foliage and the seeds are licorice-scented and are used (especially in Italian cooking) for flavoring. , dill, black pepper, or coriander coriander (kōr’ēăn`dər), strong-smelling Old World annual herb (Coriandrum sativum) of the family Umbelliferae (parsley family), cultivated for its fruits. can be replaced with 1/2-1 drop of its companion oil.
With recipes that include less than one teaspoon of an herb or spice, dip a toothpick
n a wood sliver used to cleanse the interdental space.
toothpick, balsa wood,
n a triangular wedge of balsa wood used to clean the teeth interproximally and stimulate the interdental gingival tissues. (wooden–never plastic) in the oil and then swirl it in the recipe to blend it with other ingredients.
Cinnamon bark, clove, ginger, and nutmeg essential oils are much stronger than their companion spice, so it’s best to use the toothpick method outlined above.
Keep in mind these are guidelines and be willing to experiment to suit your taste.
an·ti·spas·mod·ic
adj.
myrrh
symbol of gladness. [Flower Symbolism: Flora Symbolica, 176]
See : Joy
peppermint
Strongly aromatic perennial herb (Mentha piperita, mint family), source of a widely used flavouring. Native to Europe and Asia, it has been naturalized in North America.
de·con·ges·tant
n.
tangerine
Small, thin-skinned variety of the mandarin orange species (Citrus reticulata deliciosa) of the rue family (citrus family).
Recipes: Zucchini Casserole 3 cups zucchini, thinly sliced at an angle I tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon basil or 1/4-1/2 drop of basil oil 1/2 cup white cheddar cheese 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1]2 teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon oregano 2 eggs, beaten
Simmer zucchini until tender, then drain. Add butter to zucchini and place in a casserole dish. Beat eggs and add onion, garlic, salt, seasonings, and half of the cheese. Pour mixture over zucchini and top with the rest of the cheese. Bake at 350[degrees]F for 30 minutes.
Makes 4 servings
Tomato Basil Vinaigrette In a blender, combine: 1/2 cup vinegar 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 cup avocado oil 5 medium-thick slices Roma tomato 1 teaspoon sea salt 2-3 drops basil oil
Blend all ingredients except basil essential oil on high until smooth and creamy. Place in a small mixing bowl and swish in basil oil. Serve with salad.
Makes 2-3 servings
Avocado Basil Dip 8 oz. cream cheese 8 oz. chives, chopped 2 tablespoons onion, chopped 8 oz. guacamole or 4-5 avocados 2 teaspoons blue agave or honey 1-2 drops basil oil
Mix cream cheese, chives, and onion. Add guacamole. If you are using fresh avocados, cream in a blender or with a spoon until smooth. Mix in agave/honey and basil oil. Serve with chips.
Makes 2 cups
There are so many ways to use the essential oil of basil in cooking. Any time you might add fresh or dried basil use the essential oil instead. For the small amount of oil used in a recipe, especially like the dip or vinaigrette where the oil is not heated, you will gain more of its therapeutic benefits than you would from the actual plant-especially a dried herb which has lost 95-98 percent of its essential oil.
Just a quick reminder: I am not a doctor or medical professional so I cannot by law diagnose or prescribe essential oils to anyone. Any of the products or techniques mentioned is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information provided here is in no way intended to replace proper medical help.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me. I love talking about essential oils and natural health care. I can be contacted by phone or by e-mail at GentleWinds@hotmail.com. Or visit one of my websites: www.e-oils-4-u.vibrantscents.com or www.gentlewindsinc.younglivingworld. com. My mailing address is: PO, Box 8, Guffey, CO 80820, 1-719-689-5651.
‘Til next time–happy oiling!
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Essential Oils for Chronic Pain
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Did you know that Peppermint essential oil is one of the best oils to use for blocking pain. A recent study by Gobel et al., in 1994 showed that peppermint blocks calcium channels and substance P. important factors in the transmission of pain signals, according to the Essential Oils Desk Reference. Other essential oils that have pain-relieving properties includes helichrysum.
For chronic pain, try peppermint, helichrysum, spruce, birch, basil, cypress, ginger, clove, rosemary, tansy, and valerian.
For bone-related pain in hips, shoulders, etc. try birch, cypress, fir, spruce, pine, peppermint, and helicrysum.
For muscle-related pain, try basil, peppermint, rosemary, and marjoram.
For muscle pain or inflammation, try peppermint, lavender, nutmeg and black pepper.
For inflammation, try patchouli, spruce, basil, chamomile, and geranium.
For joint pain, try birch, cypress, fir, spruce, pine, peppermint, and helichrysum.
Massage the oil on location, mixing with a carrier oil such as almond or jojoba to cover the affected area.
Making Solid Perfume – A Simple Recipe Using Essential Oils
The Simplicity of Making Solid Perfume
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While filling up your little perfume containers with your favorite homemade perfume is fun, easy and exciting, you’ll find that making solid perfume is even easier.
Most of the supplies for making solid perfume can be found at a craft and health food stores. Therefore, read this list and get to the store so we can get busy making your favorite scent solid perfume.
• A small glass bowl for mixing
• 1 saucepan
• 1 stirring stick or straw
• A glass, stone or ceramic container for your perfume
• Essential oil of your choice
• Beeswax
• Almond or jojoba oil or vitamin E
Put 1 tablespoon of almond or jojoba oil and 1-tablespoon wax in the small glass jar. Put about an inch of water in the saucepan and put the far in the water. Bring the water in the saucepan to a boil to allow the wax to melt. When it’s completed melted and liquid, remove it from the stove.
Add about 8 to 12 drops of essential oils into the mixture. Stir it with a straw or stirring stick, allowing as little as possible to stick to them so as not to waste any of your precious perfume. Make sure it’s thoroughly mixed.
Pour your liquefied wax into your glass or stone container and let it cool for at least 30 minutes. The mixture you’ve made will make about one half ounce of solid perfume. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll want to make a larger amount.
When you’re ready to use the perfume, all you have to do is rub your finger on the surface of the perfume and rub it on your neck, wrist or any place you desire. You’ll find that solid perfume is easy and fun to make, you’ll want to experiment with many different fragrances. It’s great for traveling and can be put in a small container of your choice and carried in your purse or glove compartment.
Different fragrances can be made for medicinal or special purposes. For instance, a mixture of lavender or chamomile oils makes a very relaxing scent. Applying solid perfume of cypress or cedar is great for a foot rub. You’ll find that you not only will want to have several of these unique perfume scents in your home but they make great gifts as well.
Uses for Clove Essential Oil
Uses For Clove Bud Essential Oil
1. Add a few drops of Clove Essential Oil to a simmering pan to dispel household cooking odors.
2. Selling your home? Fill your kitchen with the aroma of Clove essential oil. Simmer a few drops of Clove essential oil in a pan of water on the stovetop.
3. Got a toothache? Clove Bud Essential Oil is a great choice. Place a couple of drops of Clove essential oil on gums for dental pain, toothaches, mouth ulcers, and sore gums.
4. Add a couple of drops of Clove essential oil to a candle at your next barbeque or outdoor party to repel mosquitoes.
5. Folklore says sucking on two whole Cloves without chewing or swallowing them helps curb the desire for alcohol.
6. To relieve nausea or stop vomiting, a few drops of Clove essential oil to a glass of water to drink. If not possible to get patient to drink, try one drop of Clove essential oil on the tongue.
7. Clove essential oil is effective against strep, staph and pneumomocci bacterias. Use diluted in a spray for the throat.
8. Ugly cold sore? Apply a drop of Clove essential oil or use in a bath.
9. For shingles, Clove essential oil helps topically or in a bath.
10. Add a couple of drops of Clove essential oil into a massage oil to help relieve stiff muscles and rheumatic joint pain.
11. For chills, add a couple of drops of Clove essential oil to a bath oil blend.
12. Clove essential oil helps to stimulate digestion, restore appetite and relieve flatulence.
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Which Essential Oil Do I Use For What?
Here’s a great remedy chart for finding the right essential oil for the right job. For more information about how essential oils can heal the body naturally, please visit our website at http://HealWithOil.com.
Acne: Tea Tree, Lavender, Eucalyptus and Clove
Allergies: Lavender, Rosemary
Anxiety: Lavender, Eucalyptus
Arthritis: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon and Rosemary
Artistic Condition: Clove, Cinnamon and Peppermint
Asthma: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Peppermint and Tea Tree
Back Pain: Clove, Lavender, Peppermint and Rosemary
Bruises: Clove, Lavender
Burns: Clove, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Lavender
Candida: Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Lavender, Cinnamon, Clove, Peppermint and Rosemary
Cellulite: Lemon, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Rosemary
Colds and Flu: Lemon, Peppermint, Clove, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Lavender
Cold Sores: Tea Tree, Clove and Cinnamon
Cuts: Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Lemon
Dandruff Treatment: Rosemary, Tea Tree and Lavender
Depression: Lavender, Cinnamon and Peppermint
Dermatitis: Lavender, Peppermint
Detoxify: Peppermint, Rosemary and Lemon
Diabetes: Cinnamon, Rosemary, Lavender (used with Doc In the Box Blend)
Eczema: Tea Tree, Lavender
Emotional Discomfort: Cinnamon, Lemon and Rosemary
Epidermophytia: Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Lemon
Epstein-Barr Syndrome or Virus: Cinnamon, Clove, Lemon, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Lavender
Eye Strain/Exhaustion: Cinnamon, Lemon, Rosemary
Fatigue: Lavender, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Rosemary
Fever: Lemon, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Peppermint
Grief: Rosemary
Gloomy Feeling: Lavender
Hair Loss: Lavender, Rosemary and Eucalyptus
Headaches: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Lemon and Peppermint
Heart Attack: Lavender, Peppermint and Lemon
Herpes: Eucalyptus, Lemon and Tea Tree
High Blood Pressure: Lavender, Lemon and Cinnamon
Immune Deficiency: Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus
Inability to Concentrate: Rosemary, Peppermint, Lemon
Indecision: Eucalyptus, Rosemary
Infection (Bacterial or Viral): Tea Tree (with Rosemary), Lemon, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Clove, Cinnamon and Doc In A Box Blend
Insect Bites: Tea Tree, Lavender and Eucalyptus
Insomnia: Lavender
Irritability: Lavender
Lice: Eucalyptus (with Lavender or Peppermint)
Malaria: Lemon
Melanoma: Lavender
Memory: Rosemary, Peppermint and Lemon
Menstrual Cramps: Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint
Motion Sickness: Lavender, Peppermint and Rosemary
Nausea: Cinnamon, Clove, Lavender and Peppermint
Nervous Exhaustion: Peppermint, Rosemary (better to inhale from the vial)
Oily Hair: Rosemary, Lemon
Dermatitis: Lavender, Peppermint
Detoxify: Peppermint, Rosemary and Lemon
Diabetes: Cinnamon, Rosemary, Lavender (used with Doc In the Box Blend)
Eczema: Tea Tree, Lavender
Emotional Discomfort: Cinnamon, Lemon and Rosemary
Epidermophytia: Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Lemon
Epstein-Barr Syndrome or Virus: Cinnamon, Clove, Lemon, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Lavender
Eye Strain/Exhaustion: Cinnamon, Lemon, Rosemary
Fatigue: Lavender, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Rosemar
Fever: Lemon, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Peppermint
Grief: Rosemary
Gloomy Feeling: Lavender
Hair Loss: Lavender, Rosemary and Eucalyptus
Headaches: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Lemon and Peppermint
Heart Attack: Lavender, Peppermint and Lemon
Herpes: Eucalyptus, Lemon and Tea Tree
High Blood Pressure: Lavender, Lemon and Cinnamon
Immune Deficiency: Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus
Inability to Concentrate: Rosemary, Peppermint, Lemon
Indecision: Eucalyptus, Rosemary
Infection (Bacterial or Viral): Tea Tree (with Rosemary), Lemon, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Clove, Cinnamon and Doc In A Box Blend
Insect Bites: Tea Tree, Lavender and Eucalyptus
Insomnia: Lavender
Irritability: Lavender
Lice: Eucalyptus (with Lavender or Peppermint)
Malaria: Lemon
Melanoma: Lavender
Memory: Rosemary, Peppermint and Lemon
Menstrual Cramps: Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint
Motion Sickness: Lavender, Peppermint and Rosemary
Nausea: Cinnamon, Clove, Lavender and Peppermint
Nervous Exhaustion: Peppermint, Rosemary (better to inhale from the vial)
Oily Hair: Rosemary, Lemon
Open Pores: Lemon, Peppermint
Overindulgence: Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus
Pest Control/Insects: Clove, Lavender and Lemon
Physical Exhaustion: Rosemary (bath, massage)
Pigmentation: Lemon, Tea Tree
Pneumonia: Lavender (with Lemon or Peppermint), Tea Tree (with Cinnamon)
Polio: Lemon
Poison Ivy/Oak: Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Rosemary
Psoriasis: Lavender, Clove, Tea Tree and Rosemary
Rashes: Lavender, Tea Tree
Recall and Memory: Rosemary, Peppermint, Clove and Lemon
Shingles: Clove, Thyme, Peppermint, Eucalyptus and Lavender
Scabies: Lavender, Peppermint and Rosemary
Shock: Peppermint, Tea Tree (with Lavender)
Scars and Stretch Marks: Lavender
Skin (flabby/fatty): Rosemary, Lemon
Skin (irritated): Lavender, Tea Tree
Sprains: Lemon and Peppermint
Strep: Cinnamon (with Lavender), Doc In The Box Blend
Stress: Lavender, Rosemary
Teeth Whitening: Lemon
Tropical Infections: Cinnamon, Tea Tree
Typhoid: Cinnamon, Peppermint
Uplifting: Rosemary
Warts and Calluses: Lavender, Lemon and Tea Tree
Weakness: Rosemary
Weight Loss: Lemon, Rosemary
Wounds: Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint, Tea Tree and Doc In The Box Blend
Open Pores: Lemon, Peppermint
Overindulgence: Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus
Pest Control/Insects: Clove, Lavender and Lemon
Physical Exhaustion: Rosemary (bath, massage)
Pigmentation: Lemon, Tea Tree
Pneumonia: Lavender (with Lemon or Peppermint), Tea Tree (with Cinnamon)
Polio: Lemon
Poison Ivy/Oak: Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Rosemary
Psoriasis: Lavender, Clove, Tea Tree and Rosemary
Rashes: Lavender, Tea Tree
Recall and Memory: Rosemary, Peppermint, Clove and Lemon
Shingles: Clove, Thyme, Peppermint, Eucalyptus and Lavender
Scabies: Lavender, Peppermint and Rosemary
Shock: Peppermint, Tea Tree (with Lavender)
Scars and Stretch Marks: Lavender
Skin (flabby/fatty): Rosemary, Lemon
Skin (irritated): Lavender, Tea Tree
Sprains: Lemon and Peppermint
Strep: Cinnamon (with Lavender), Doc In The Box Blend
Stress: Lavender, Rosemary
Teeth Whitening: Lemon
Tropical Infections: Cinnamon, Tea Tree
Typhoid: Cinnamon, Peppermint
Uplifting: Rosemary
Warts and Calluses: Lavender, Lemon and Tea Tree
Weakness: Rosemary
Weight Loss: Lemon, Rosemary
Wounds: Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint, Tea Tree and Doc In The Box Blend
The following information is taken from Rebecca Park Totilo’s latest book, Heal With Essential Oil. To get your copy, please visit http://HealWithEssentialOil.com.
Quick Reference Blending Chart For Essential Oils
Quick Reference Blending Chart
Here’s a quick guide to how much essential oil to use for each application. For recipes and formulas, be sure to follow amounts listed in the directions. Caution: For children, elderly and pregnant women, please divide essential oil amount in half for body applications.
Method Carrier/Amount Essential Oils Drops
Vaporizer Full 5 to 10
Humidifier Full 5 to 10
Steam Inhalation Full Bowl 2 to 3
Diffuser/Nebulizer - 10 to 25
Stove Top Full Pan 6 to 12
Light Ring - 1 to 2
Tea Lights/Burner - 4 to 6
Vacuum Cleaner Bag/Filter 3 to 5
Room Spray 4 Ounces 80 to 100
Household Cleaner 8 Ounces 80 to 100
Body Lotion 4 Ounces 25
Body Oil 4 Ounces 50
Massage Oil 1 Tablespoon 7 to 10
Shampoo 1 Ounces 10
Conditioner 1 Ounce 10
Chest Rub 1 Ounces 15 to 25
Compress - 8 to 10
Tissue - 1 to 2
Mouthwash 1 Teaspoon 2 to 3
Foot Bath/Spa Small Tub 5
Bath Full Tub 8 to 10
Shower Washcloth 1 to 2
Sauna 1 Cup Water 1 to 2
Hot Tub/Jacuzzi Full 10 to 15
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Frankincense Essential Oil Properties & Uses
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Medicinal Properties: Expectorant, Antimicrobial, Immunity-stimulant, and Antidepressant
Traditional Uses: Frankincense is considered the holy anointing oil of the Middle East and has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. It has been used to treat every conceivable illness known to man, which caused it to be more valued more than gold in ancient times. Researchers today have discovered that Frankincense contains sesquiterpenes, which help to stimulate the limbic region of the brain (the center of emotions), as well as the hypothalamus, pineal and the pituitary glands. The hypothalamus is the master gland of the human body, controlling the release of many hormones including the thyroid and growth hormone. Frankincense is being used therapeutically in European hospitals and is being studied for its ability to improve the human growth hormone production.
Other Uses: Frankincense may help with allergies, asthma, depression, ulcers, snake and insect bites, bronchitis, cancer, respiratory infections, diphtheria, headaches, hemorrhaging, herpes, high blood pressure, inflammation, stress, tonsillitis, typhoid, and warts. Because it contains sesquiterpenes, it has the ability to go beyond the blood-brain barrier and helps to elevate the mind in overcoming stress and despair, as well as support the immunity system. It also increases the activity of leukocytes in defense of the body against infection.
Application: Diffuse or apply topically.
Note: Frankincense contains monoterpenes which can reprogram cellular memory and promote permanent healing.
Essential Oils Can Effect Your Mood Or Emotions – Know Which One To Use
Smelling the fragrance of a rose can bring healing and elevate one’s mood. Even when the scent is too faint to notice healing is taking place. The sense of smell facilitated through the olfactory nerve invites the fragrance into certain regions of the brain, enabling the body to process them naturally.
Just inhaling a fragrance will bring healing to the body be-cause with pure therapeutic essential oils the molecules are small enough to bypass the blood-brain barrier and reach down at the cellular level to bring healing. Regular inhalation of essential oils stimulates the limbic region of the brain and encourages the natural release of the human growth hormone (HGH).
With 1,000 sensors in the nose, it can identify 10,000 scents. And because the nose is wired differently that the other four senses, it carries molecules directly into the emotional center of the brain where traumatic memories are stored. Essential oils are a vehicle by which repressed emotions can be released.
The Hebrew word for “smell” is reyach, and this shares the same root word for “spirit,” which is ruach. Yahweh was moved to compassion through the sense of smell as in the account of Noah’s offering after the flood: “And Noah builded an altar unto the LORD… and offered burnt offerings… and the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man’s sake” (Genesis 8:20-21).
Essential oils make a great tool for aiding with emotions. Essential oils can be helpful with creating calm when a person is angry or hysterical or maybe you just need a lift when you are tired after a long day. Here is a quick checklist of which essential oil to use for each mood. For more information, please visit http://HealWithOil.com or to purchase pure essential oils, visit http://HealWithEssentialOil.com.
Anger – Ylang-ylang, chamomile
Anxiety – Lavender, chamomile, neroli
Clarity – Lemon, basil
Closed/wounded heart – Rose
Concentration – Rosemary, basil, peppermint
Confidence – Jasmine
Confusion – Lemon, frankincense
Courage – Black pepper, ginger, thyme
Depression – Bergamot, clary sage, rose (depression due to grief)
Grief – Rose
Grounding – Frankincense, ginger
Fear of the future – Frankincense
Inner child (drawing out/befriending) – Mandarin . very childlike oil.
Irritation – Orange, sandalwood
Jealousy – Rose, chamomile
Joy – Neroli, mandarin and any of the citrus oils
Lethargy – Rosemary, black pepper, Cedarwood
Panic – Chamomile, ylang-ylang, rose, spikenard
Peace – Chamomile, frankincense, lavender, spikenard
(ORAC) The Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity of Essential Oils Compared to Fresh Vegetables
The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity) assay is a laboratory procedure developed in 1992 at the National Institute of Aging in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is used to measure the antioxidant capacities of many foods, juices, and oils. The higher the ORAC score, the more capable that particular food or oil is of destroying free radicals (Free radicals can cause disease and aging by changing the structure of the body’s cell walls, DNA, and protein, disrupting their important functions), thus retarding the aging process and preventing cancers and other diseases.
Foods with a high ORAC score may be able to protect cells and their components from oxidative damage. Oxygen radicals are chemicals that form naturally inside the body through the process of oxidation. Everyday functions such as digestion and physical activity produce oxygen radicals. Daily exposure to polluted air, rancid food and oxidizing radiation from the sun and electrical appliances also contribute.
An easy to understand example of oxidation is to imagine rust attacking metal. When the rust eats away at the metal, the metal starts to weaken and decay until it can no longer work. This is what happens to our body when free radicals attack it. Organs, cells and other parts of the body can be weakened by oxidation. This leads to diseases such as cancer, skin and heart diseases, senile dementia and osteoarthritis.
Studies have shown that eating foods with a high ORAC score will raise the antioxidant levels in the blood by around 10 to 25%. The ORAC figure suggested by experts is around 5,000 units per day to have a significant effect on plasma and tissue antioxidant levels. Eating eight to ten servings of brightly colored fruits and vegetables or dark greens will help achieve this level.
Here are some examples of ORAC scores:
Fruits and Vegtables Essential Oils
Carrots 210 Sandalwood (Aloes) 160
Oranges 750 Frankincense 630
Beets 840 Rose of Sharon (cistus) 3,860
Raspberries 1,220 Cinnamon 10,340
Strawberries 1,540 Spikenard 54,800
Blueberries 2,400 Myrrh 379,800
Wolfberries 25,300 Clove 1,078,700
Most essential oils score higher than most fruits and vegetables, as the two tables above suggest. In fact, essential oils have the highest ORAC scores of all substances in the world. An ounce of Clove Oil has the antioxidant capacity of 320 pounds of carrots, 28 quarts of blueberries, or 10 gallons of beet juice. The exceptionally high ORAC scores of essential oils partially explains why living with them in your daily environment – to breathe, eat, and apply to your body – can support all of your systems and contribute effectively towards long healthful living, even when used in very small quantities, and even when only inhaling them.
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How To Improve Your Memory With Essential Oils
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Myrrh In The Book of Revelation – Smurna: Suffering Church In The Last Days
The Greek word for myrrh is “smurna,” which shares the same root name of the city and church mentioned in the book of Revelation. Smyrna was the second church of the seven churches of Asia John was instructed to write in Revelation 2:8-11. Interestingly, this church was distinguished as being persecuted and understood the bitterness of mistreatment for the sake of the Gospel.
Myrrh has been known to promote a feeling of security and acts as well as a pain-reliever, which is why the Romans added it to the sour wine and offered it to Yeshua on the cross.
Did you know we are going to smell his coming? Psalm 45:8 says, “All thy garments smell of myrrh, and aloes, and cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad.” His garments will be scented with these fragrances!
In Biblical times, the Hebrews scattered fresh leaves, twigs, and stems of fresh mint, marjoram and other herbs on the dirt floors of homes and synagogues. By walking on these, the fragrant oils would be released into the air. This practice was also common in the temple, where they sacrificed animals where the scent acted as a disinfectant as well as an air freshener.
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The Story of Thieves Essential Oil
Editor Note: Here is an interesting youtube video on the story of Thieves essential oil (TM) of Young Living Oil. I found this historical information very interesting and thought you would too. We no longer carry or distribute YL essential oils because our personal calling and devotion is to the Bride of Christ and preparing her for the Messiah’s return. The Lord has placed it on my heart to prepare the bride as today’s priesthood and the importance of using the oils for anointing and healing. They must be pure and not profaned (treated common). We didn’t want our message or mission with Heal With Oil to be compromised with a MLM business and confuse folks with the mixture of religions. YL is a pioneer organization of the aromatherapy movement in the United States and for that I am grateful, but because they purpose is to sell to anyone/everyone whether they are wiccan, pagan, Mormon, Christian, etc. promoting new age ideas, we feel it necessary to find essential oils that are of the same therapeutic grade quality on our own, without the association of another beliefs. We believe essential oils work to heal the body but feel the calling of the healing arts must be returned to priesthood and all glory given to the Creator, who is the God that heals. We don’t worship the creation, but the creator of Heaven and Earth, Yahweh. Visit our website at http://www.HealWithEssentialOil.com or http://www.HealWithOil.com.
The Savor of Sandalwood Essential Oil
Sandalwood is known by its botanical name as Santalum Album and was a highly treasured oil by ancient cultures. It dates back 4000 thousand years to the Egyptians who built buildings and embalmed with it. Solomon used it in 1Kings 10:12 in the construction of the temple and the King’s house. It was popular up until the 30′s because of its antimicrobial properties and fell out of use as modern medicine took over. The oil has found renewed popularity as many have become educated in the use of aromatherapy.
Santalum Album is an endangered species, making it extremely expensive. It is native to the southern part of India and owned by the government. The harvesting is strictly controlled and the best Sandalwood comes from the Mysore Region. Because of over-harvesting, it now is only used to make essential oil.
Sandalwood trees take thirty to sixty years to mature to the point where essential oil can be made. The tree itself is an evergreen tree which grows up to thirty feet high. It is a parasitic tree, which means it will actually burrow its roots into another tree. It has a brown-gray trunk, many smooth slender branches, leathery leaves and small pink-purple flowers.
The wood is yellow, heavy and fine grained. The uniqueness of this wood versus others, is that it maintains its fragrance for decades. It is harvested and steam distilled to make the precious essential oil which is used by many aromatherapists. The oil is a colorless to pale yellow liquid. The aroma is a rich, balsamic sweet fragrance giving it the reputation as luxurious and exquisite.
For those who make perfume, its consistency is medium and has a striking base note. Sandalwood used in small measures in perfumes is a fixative and allows other fragrances to be enhanced. It is also used in body care products for the fragrance it provides.
Some of the symptoms Sandalwood essential oil is good for are: bronchitis, chapped and dry skin, depression, laryngitis, leucorrhea, oily skin, scars, sensitive skin, stress, and stretch marks. Since it is calming, it can aid while in prayer. It also is good for Urinary Tract Infections, acne, pulmonary infections and menstrual problems.
According to the Essential Oils Desk Reference:
Sandalwood is high in sesquiterpenes that have been researched in Europe for their ability to to stimulate the pineal gland and the limbic region of the brain, the center of emotions. the pineal gland is responsible for releasing melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that enhances deep sleep. Sandalwood is similar to frankincense essential oil in its support of nerves and circulation. It is always advisable if pregnant or under a doctor’s care to consult your physician before using.
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Myrrh Essential Oil – Symbolic of the First and the Last in the Bible – Alef and Tov – Alpha and Omega – The Beginning and the End
Myrrh is the first oil mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 37:25, when Joseph’s jealous brothers sold him into slavery to a caravan of Midianites (incense traders) that we on their way to Egypt. The Scriptures tell us that the caravan was carrying “balm and myrrh.” Years later during the famine, Joseph’s brothers came to Egypt to buy food where they encountered Joseph as the Egyptian ruler. Interestingly, Jacob, their father (Israel), told his sons to bring gifts for the Prince and the Scriptures tells us in Genesis 43:11, they brought him “balm and myrrh”- the same two oils that accompanied Joseph into slavery.
Not only is myrrh the first oil mentioned in the Bible, it is also the last one mentioned in Revelation 18:13, which describes the destruction of Babylon when all of these wonderful fragrances and ointments will be no more. Myrrh is rich with symbolism and is mentioned 156 times in the Bible.
Myrrh was also one of the first gum resins/oil given as a gift to Yeshua as a child by the Magi. Matthew 2:11 tells us, “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.” Certainly by no coincidence, myrrh was also the last oil offered to Yeshua at Golgotha when He was delivered to be crucified. In Mark 15:23 we read how they offered Him, “wine mingled with myrrh,” but He refused it. Yeshua refused the myrrh as a pain-reliever, because He agreed to come down in the form of man and drink from the cup of suffering and that He did. As the Alpha and the Omega – the Alef and the Tov – the beginning and the end – He identified with us in His pain and sorrow, so that we could have the courage to seek and know Him intimately through the fellowship of suffering.
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Basic Uses and Benefits of Aromatherapy
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Basic Uses and Benefits of Aromatherapy
If you haven’t taken advantage of the benefits that you can gain from aromatherapy, it is never too late to start learning so that you can apply what you have discovered in the process. You may have already heard of the concept. Although these days, there are many ways of relaxation and healing techniques that are being introduced, this one remains to be popular because this is easy to follow, plus the fact that this won’t cost you much.
The process utilizes botanical oils. These are extracts and essences from sources such as herbs, trees and flowers. The type of essences that you have to use in order to benefit from such source depends on what you want to cure and your reasons for undergoing the procedure.
Tracing the Roots
This procedure can be traced back in the 1920s when Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, a French chemist, coined the term after witnessing how the lavender oil can cure skin burns. Now this has become a branch of herbal medicine that applies the medicinal properties of the oils and essences from various herbs and plants. And the idea is now being applied in most countries around the world, especially in parts of Europe and North America.
The approach is popularly used at spas and holistic treatments. This is also being integrated on products used for relaxation purposes such as candles and different essences of massage oils. Through time, many people are discovering the effectiveness of the process. For most of its users, this has become an integral part of their lives as it can alleviate pains, fatigue and stress.
How Does It Work?
There are many things that essential oils can do to one’s body. It has the following effects depending on the type of oils used and its sources. The effects range from being tranquilizing, antiviral, anti-bacterial, adrenal stimulating and other pharmacological end result.
The matter is simple. You inhale the essential oil. Through your nasal cavity, its molecules enter your system. When it’s already inside your body, the limbic system in your brain gets stimulated. Such system is responsible for your emotions and memories. It is also directly associated with parts of your body that controls heart rate, your breathing and blood pressure. This is also connected with the hypothalamus, adrenals and your pituitary gland.
The oils help in maintaining the balance between your physiology and emotions. Such oils are extracted from different parts of the sources such as the leaves, flowers, branches, roots and even flowers and buds. The processes involved in creating this include stem and water distillation, cold pressing and steam distillation. You must be cautious in using the matter. You must take note that it can be harmful if you will take the matter orally. If this must be done, you must seek the help of a professional to carry out the process.
The Basic Uses
This method is known to relax one’s body and lessen tensions and stress. This has also been popular to treat different conditions such as bruises and burns, allergies, insect bites, headache, colds, flu, menopause, sprains, joint pains and a lot more. This can also help you regain your strength and energy and help you sleep if you feel restless or if you are suffering from insomnia.
As more and more people discover the marvels that aromatherapy can bring, this method will surely go a long way and its popularity will never cease to exist.
