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Thursday, April 26 2018
Why we chose DoTerra for our family

Our family has always been naturally minded. Heirloom gardens, goat milk, homemade cheeses and dried veges. Being raised by a German mom, our family didn't use doctors much so our immune systems are really strong and health abounds here. At 64, I am grateful that God has blessed our family with good health. Essential Oils, herbs and vitamins have always been part of our health and wellness regime and as this road has been traveled we've learned new and wonderful things along the way. Mainly, not all products that are called 'organic - pure - therapeutic - the BEST' are really what they say they are. Our goal has always been to bring our customers (other family) what WE personally use in our home.

In the winter of 2017, both Dennis and I came down with bronchitis....and it never seemed to end. It was our busiest time of the year and we couldn't get any relief no matter what remedy we used. I was diffusing, rolling oils, ingesting herbs and NOTHING was touching it. We finally went to the doctor and $700 later we had meds. Guess what? THEY DID NOTHING FOR US! In fact, the antibiotics made me so sick I stopped taking them on day 2! Burned up our hard earned cash!

Enter DoTerra...at a show we were doing in Bossier City, Louisiana, a very nice woman asked me if I was struggling with breathing (LIKE YES!!!) She provided me a sample of DoTerra's BREATHE and sold me a hand held diffuser. I had that going in my face throughout that show and in TWO days time, I was well! Yes, kicked the bronchitis right out of me. Dennis followed with healing and we were on board with these oils.

Our daughter in Little Rock was sick for two months during the same season. She had tried oils from two different reputable companies and NOTHING was making her feel better. I went, with oils in tow, and made roller balls for her that we used hourly and I also made her inhale oils from a cup. Same results - in THREE days she was done with her issues and on board! Her dilemma now was - what do I do with all these other oils I just bought in December!

Our youngest has used these oils on her baby and gotten through teething with minimal discomfort. Her husband, who gets sick EVERY flu season didn't even have a drippy nose this year. We stand amazed at what these 'Gifts from the Earth' (the meaning of DoTerra) have done for our family.

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Tuesday, February 13 2018

Our skin is our largest organ, so whatever we put on it is absorbed into our bodies. Goat milk soap is a natural product packed full of great things that are good for you, your skin, AND your BEARD. No weird chemicals or questionable ingredients being absorbed through your mug when using soaps made with goat's milk. Goat's milk soap will not only get your skin clean, it doubles as one of the BEST BEARD SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONERS available. It also helps with flaking and itching.

Here are seven reasons why it's awesome:

1. Goat's milk soap won't dry out your skin or your beard. The cream found in the milk is a great moisturizer. Some soaps contain chemical moisturizers while goat's milk soaps contains alpha hydroxy acids which help break down dead skins cells. Removing the dead skin cells means new smoother, more youthful cells.

2. The pH of goat's milk is almost the same as the pH level of your skin. This is great for a lot of reasons. It allows nutrients in but keeps bacteria out. It prevents dryness. If other soaps dry out your skin because the pH is out of whack, your oil glands will overreact. Overactive oil glands means oily potentially blemished skin - not good.

3. It's packed with great vitamins like D, C, B1, B6, B12, E, and one of the most important for the skin, vitamin A. Vitamin A has been shown to reduce lines and wrinkles, control acne and smooth roughness.

4. Goat's milk has naturally occurring glycerin. Soaps are made by combining fats (and goat's milk is full of good fats) with a strongly alkaline solution. A byproduct of that process is glycerin. It's normally removed from commercial soap making processes, but with goat's milk soaps it's left in for it's awesome moisturizing properties.

5. In hair care, goat milk replenishes the moisture in every strand by penetrating the hair shaft. It nourishes the scalp which adds life, luster and body to the hair.

6. Goat's milk soap has been shown to help treat acne, psoriasis and eczema and it's more hypoallergenic than other soaps, which means it's good for those with sensitive skin.

7.  And finally, Goat Milk Soap nourishes every skin cell.  It contains selenium, an anti oxidant that fights free radicals which seek to destroy living cells.  It helps protect against sun exposure.  It truly brings LIFE to your largest organ - your first defense against disease. 

           

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Tuesday, February 06 2018
Magnesium - The Heart Mineral

Magnesium - the Heart mineral

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in this country. Studies have shown that the lower your intake of magnesium, the higher risk you are to sucumming to cardiovascular disease. Magnesium supplementation can help with a variety of heart related issues: arrythmias, hypertension, atherosclerosis and endothelial disfunction. Even a small change in magnesium intake can make a huge difference in how the heart, blood vessels, blood cells, intestinal track and other tissue functions. This is because magnesium is essential for tissues that have electrical or mechanical activity such as blood vessels, heart muscle and nerves. Having heart issues?

We have formulated a transdermal magnesium cream which includes the heart enzyme CoQ10.  Why transdermal cream?  Because it is utilized by your body quickly and doesn't break down with stomach acids giving you the full impact of the magnesium.

We believe that if magnesium issues are addressed, there is no need to accept stroke or heart disease as just 'getting old'. We encourage each of you to research this truth for yourself and live a long, full and well life.  

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Thursday, January 18 2018

Are you tired of being let down by commercial soaps which promise clear, fresh skin with their added vitamins and benefits? Your search ends here because using the delicious smelling natural goat milk soap isn't just relaxing but naturally good for your skin also. That's right! One reason your skin looks smooth and fresh after using natural goat milk soaps is goat milk contains alpha hydroxy acids which break down dead skin cells and leave new ones. Literally, the soap gently removes the dry skin and leaves a brand new layer.

Goat milk also naturally contains vitamins B6/B12, C, D, E and A!  Vitamin A is necessary to repair skin damage and excellent for those suffering from Acne breakouts.  Vitamins A and E are also natural antioxidents which neutrelize free radicals stopping many skin issues before they start.   All this comes INCLUDED in our soaps - naturally!

The content of natural goat milk soaps aid in reducing skin inflammation which makes skin appear less blotchy, red, and puffy. Nothing compares to the rich moisture, natural high fat content of natural goat milk soaps to keep your skin soft, moist and exfoliated.

                                                                  

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Monday, June 19 2017
Charcoal for Whitening Teeth

Since 2005 we have been formulating Oral Care Products that naturally fight Dental Issues and allow teeth to remineralize.  We are thrilled to add to our line two products that not only clean, but brighten your teeth naturally. 

Both of these products, the Charcoal Chips and the Charcoal Paste, contain Ultra fine food grade Activated Charcoal made from 100% Virgin Coconut Shell, Calcium Bendonite Clay, Organic Aloe Vera (for gum health), Pink Himalayian Salt (for Minerals), GMO FREE Xylitol (Bacteria fighter) and White Oak Bark (for gum health).  

Because Activated Charcoal is alkiline, it works to remove the acidic plaque from the teeth making it the ultimate tooth purifier. Through the drawing of toxins, Activated Charcoal is helpful in changing the PH and health of your mouth making it an effective aid in preventing cavities and killing the bad bacteria that results in tooth decay and gingivitis.  The Calcium Bendonite Clay contains minerals that teeth need every day. 

Like all of our Oral Care products, our Activated Charcoal products contain NO Glycerin which prevents minerals from getting to your teeth thus hindering the re-mineralization process that comes through saliva.  

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Monday, February 20 2017

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Tuesday, January 31 2017
Five Reasons to Use Goat Milk Soap

Five good reasons to start using goat's milk soap

Delays signs of skin aging: Goat's milk soap delays signs of skin again due to its high content 
of alpha-hydroxy acids such as lactic acid. Alpha-hydroxy acids break down dead skin cell
bonds, removing dead skin cells from the skin's surface and leaving behind new cells on the
surface that appear smoother and more youthful.

Not a chemical counterfeit: Water-based soaps on mainstream supermarket shelves use
harsh chemical acids to break down dead skin cells. The lasting effect of chemical acids on
the skin is more similar to a chemical "burn." Alpha hydroxyl acids found in goat's milk, work
with skin instead of breaking it down and aging it further.

Anti-inflammatory properties: Goat's milk reduces skin inflammation due to its fat molecule
content. The cream present in goat's milk is a moisturizer, soothing dry and damaged skin,
possessing an anti-inflammatory effect.

Loaded with essentials: Goat's milk is packed full of essential nutrients and vitamins like vitamin
D, C, B1, B6, B12, and E, that feed the skin and are absorbed into the body.

Treats acne: Studies now show that goat's milk is effective for treating acne and skin conditions.
This is primarily because goat's milk has anti-bacterial properties that delay the growth of
microbial organisms that spur the spread of acne.

Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/040766_goats_milk_soap_personal_care_products.html#ixzz4XNJFT1pO

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Thursday, October 13 2016
Natural Activated Charcoal Tooth Brightener

After many requests coming forth to develop a natural tooth whitener, our research has shown that Activated Charcoal is the best alternative for safe and effective stain removal.  Why?  Holistic Dentists know that Food Grade Activated charcoal is a natural product that pulls toxins from the mouth (like it does with ingested poisons) and removes stains!  

Activated charcoal is also a wonderful cavity and gingivitis fighter as it changes the PH and health of your mouth.  After brushing with this blend of Calcium Bendonite Clay, Ultra Fine Activated Powder (made for 100% Virgin Coconut Shells), Organic Aloe Vera, GMO Free Xylitol, Pink Himalayin Salt and Organic White Oak Bark, you will feel the difference in the 'feel' of your mouth.  

We made this into a paste like substance because we know that if you spill charcoal powder, you are going to have a mess that is a nightmare to clean up.  This product is more 'useable' and a lot less messy.  It will make a mess of your sink and toothbrush (and stain clothes if you get it on them) and it's frightening to see your teeth totally black, BUT its natural and effective.  Chemical tooth whiteners, while fashionable, are extremely bad for body and teeth health.  We strongly suggest that you avoid such products.  See our full line of Oral Care Products that are Fluoride Free, GMO Free, Gluten Free and Vegan here :)

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Friday, May 27 2016
EXPOSING THE COSMETICS COVER-UP: TOXIC CHEMICALS THREATEN HEALTHY BIRTHS

We are passionate about teaching our customers about healthy body products.  We are so saddened by all the women that have gone through life changing surgeries and the number of children we see fighting cancer.  Please share, please adjust your buying patterns and stop being slaves to our culture that demands a certain 'look' to fit in.

For years, obstetricians and gynecologists have warned pregnant women to avoid everything from tobacco and caffeine to high heels.

Now, it appears, they will begin alerting them about something else: toxic chemicals in their cosmetics and other products.

As EWG has reported for more than a decade, many chemicals found in personal care products have the potential to hinder people’s ability to reproduce, to interfere with pregnancies and to cause birth defects. 

And recently, citing scientific evidence accumulated over the last 15 years, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine have urged doctors to warn their patients that exposure to toxic chemicals before conception and during pregnancy can have significant and long-lasting effects on reproductive health.  

The medical groups’ conclusions align with EWG’s research, which has determined that reproductive health problems linked to toxic chemicals in cosmetics and other personal care products include:

  • Infertility
  • Low birth weight
  • Preterm birth
  • Cancers
  • Birth defects

For example, in 2005, scientists at the University of Rochester reported that prenatal exposure to phthalates —plasticizers commonly used in personal care products — was linked to abnormal reproductive development in baby boys. Despite these findings phthalates are still used in cosmetic products, including some nail polishes and “fragrance” mixtures.

Another group of troublesome ingredients oftem found in personal care products from moisturizers to toothpaste are parabens. Studies indicate they can mimic the hormone estrogen and interfere with the normal function of the hormone system.

Although dangerous chemicals are sometimes found in food, pregnant women are more likely to smear chemicals on their bodies than on their bagels.

According to an EWG survey, an average woman uses about twelve personal care products each day, exposing herself to about 168 unique chemicals. These products don’t always remain on the skin’s surface. Many cosmetics ingredients penetrate the skin.  Scientists have found ingredients such as phthalates and fragrance components in human tissues.  

Most cosmetics are not subject to any meaningful regulation.  EWG is trying to change that.  But powerful cosmetics houses are fighting efforts to give the federal Food and Drug Administration the power to regulate chemicals in cosmetics.  They say they conduct their own “safety” reviews, but they do not have to share them with the FDA. What’s more, the FDA does not have the resources or legal authority to conduct its own safety reviews or to compel studies by cosmetic companies.

As the medical groups have pointed out in their joint statement, “Preconception and prenatal exposure to toxic eand lasting effect on reproductive health across the life course…. Because of deficiencies in the current regulatory structure, unlike pharmaceuticals, most environmental chemicals have entered the marketplace without comprehensive and standardized information regarding their reproductive or other long-term toxic effect.”

Among the major companies that persist in using potentially ingredients despite mounting evidence of their dangers are L’Oreal and Revlon.  They produce and sell a number of personal care products made with hazardous parabens. For example, L’Oreal’s Revitalift Cream Cleanser and Revlon’s Colorsilk line of hair colors contain at least one paraben.

An industry-financed review system called the Cosmetic Ingredient Review has rubber-stamped thousands of chemicals and has rejected only 11 ingredients as unsafe for use in personal care products. By contrast, European regulators have banned hundreds of chemicals in cosmetics. Nevertheless, U.S. companies have been allowed to use Cosmetic Ingredient Review “studies” to substantiate the “safety” of their ingredients.

As EWG’s Heather White pointed out in her recent article,  “Don’t Worry Your Pretty Little Heads,” the American Chemistry Council has cynically attacked the doctors’ statement on chemicals dangers, claiming it will sow "confusion and alarm among expectant mothers."  Pregnant women need better than this condescending public relations tactic.  They deserve to be confident that their personal care products won’t endanger their reproductive health. 

Reposted from:  http://www.ewg.org/research/exposing-cosmetics-cover/toxic-chemicals-threaten-healthy-births

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