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Lifestyle Resources for Inspired Living My name is Karen Hanna and I live in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. I am a certified clinical aromatherapist and natural health educator.My goal is to help you sort through the myths and misconceptions about aromatherapy and natural healing and provide you with high impact tools, resources and education. If you are a heart based wellness professional or natural health enthusiast and you are ready to dive into the magical world of aromatherapy, you have come to the right place!

10 March 2010

How to Manage Menopause With Essential Oils

Clary sage

  • treats hormone imbalances
  • contains diterpene alcohol (sclareol) making it estrogen-like
  • has a euphoric effect (do not take this oil internally when drinking alcohol)
  • is a good uterine tonic
  • helps with painful periods, hot flashes, post-natal depression, panic attacks, impotence, and frigidity
  • can get rid of monthly bloatcan regulate menses
  • can balance the endocrine system including pituitary and pancreas
  • also helpful for diabetics.

Geranium

  • has a very pleasing fragrance
  • more subtle effect on reproductive system than clary sage
  • used for breast engorgement, vaginal thrush, painful periods, PMS, and uterine hemorrhage
  • has a calming, uplifting and strengthening effect
  • is great for hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

Fennel

  • estrogen-like because it contains phyto-estrogens.

Sage

  • is estrogen-like
  • when used externally has very strong estrogenic properties
  • can be helpful for hot flashes, water retention, and prevention of wrinkles.

Yarrow

  • good for menstrual problems like PMS, fibroids, and varicose veins
  • hormone-like

If you want to get the best quality essential oils like clary sage, geranium fennel, sage and yarrow, go to Young Living Essential Oils You will need my ID number which is 91798.

07 March 2010

Low Libido?

Here is an unsolicited testimonial that I received from a massage therapist in High River, Alberta who had a client who was dealing with um- shall we say- a minor problem of male impotence.

“Mister (oil blend) and Goldenrod (single oil) worked for male dysfunction.

First let me say that those two oils were applied to the top of the feet and ankles.  One drop of goldenrod on the perinium.  WORKED GREAT!!!!!

Thank you for your help.”

06 March 2010

Inner Transformations Using Essential Oils

Inner Transformations Using Essential Oils: Powerful Cleansing Protocols for Increased Energy and Better Health by Dr. LeAnne Deardeuff, DC and Dr David Deardeuff, DC is perhaps my favorite and most recommended book for building and maintaining health.

Although just 174 pages long, i believe it is essential reading for any women dealing with change of life issues.

Here is the table of contents:
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1: Is Your Body Toxic?
Chapter 2: To Everything There Is a Time and a Season
Chapter 3: Essential Oils: Gold of the Gods
Chapter 4: The Colon: Starting Point for Effective Cleansing
Chapter 5: The Kidney: The Critical Second Step
Chapter 6: Yeast Infections: Not-So-Fun Fungi
Chapter 7: The Master Cleanse: A Whole Body Experience
Chapter 8: The Liver: Your Body’s Chemical Plant
Chapter 9: Pancreas and Spleen, Lymph, Gall Bladder, and Heart
Chapter 10: Colon, Lungs and Skin … Again
Chapter 11: Don’t Forget Me! (Other Body Systems That May Need Attention)
Chapter 12: Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired
Chapter 13: Pituitary, Thyroid, Adrenals: Glands That Make You Go
Chapter 14: Infertility and Sex Hormones
Chapter 15: Perils of Modern Times: Diabetes, Obesity, Allergies
Chapter 16: Stress: Don’t Let It Wear on You
Afterword & Quick Reference Guide
Appendix A: Vita Flex Foot Chart
Appendix B: Organs and Essential Oils
Appendix C: Enzymes
Appendix D: Gall Bladder Flush
Appendix E: Cold Sheet Treatment
Appendix F: The Limbic System
Index

05 March 2010

Geranium: The Poor Man’s Rose

Geranium Oil – The Poor Man’s Rose – for Women!

Geranium  oil (pelargonium graveolens) is most famous for its skin care properties. It has been used for centuries for skin care as well as excessive menstrual bleeding.

It has a calming, uplifting and strengthening  effect on the nervous system. It is helpful for treating menopausal symptoms including hot flushes and vaginal dryness.

  • clears up oily skin
  • promotes normal liver function
  • helpful if you are feeling stuck and are afraid to move forward in life

How to use: Steam inhalation or applied topically directly on the body or diluted with carrier oil or lotion and rubbed on the body. Some women like to combine clary sage with geranium oil for added hormonal benefits.

Geranium oil is non toxic, non irritating and generally non sensitizing.

To order, call toll-free 1-800-371-2928 (7am-7pm Mountain Time, 6am-6pm Pacific, 9am-9pm Eastern Time). If you are a new customer, use this referral number when placing your order: 91798


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


04 March 2010

Clary Sage: A Gift to the Female

Clary Sage – A Gift to the Female

During the middle ages, clary sage (salvia sclarea) was a highly esteemed herb. It was often referred to as a sacred herb by the Romans. And hundreds of years ago, German brewers added clary sage to beer to increase it’s euphoric qualities.

Clary sage is a gift to women because it helps get rid of monthly bloat, depression and anxiety.

It has been known to regulate the menses and cool down hot flashes.

Clary sage has a rejuvenating effect on the endocrine system. It balances the pituitary gland and the pancreas.

How to use: Diffuse or apply topically to soles of the feet, ankles and wrists. It may be taken internally as a dietary supplement, or added to soy or rice milk.

Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

To order, call toll-free 1-800-371-2928 (7am-7pm Mountain Time, 6am-6pm Pacific, 9am-9pm Eastern Time). If you are a new customer, use this referral number when placing your order: 91798


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