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Cinnamon is one of the oils mentioned several times in the bible and is known as a biblical oil. This was also one of the protective oils used by the infamous "Four Thieves". Cinnamon is a very powerful essential oil with versatility which can be used for just about anything. The only caution with cinnamon is it can be irritating to the skin and membranes due to the high amount of phenols contained in it, so use with caution and dilute well. Cinnamomum zeylanicum Family: La

Cedarwood is one of the biblical essential oils and this particular species is the most closely related to Cedars of Lebanon. It has the rare ability of being a stimulant to the circulatory system while also being a sedative to the nervous system. Cedarwood has a great affinity for the skin, nervous and respiratory systems, it is used for spiritual communication and emotion balancing. Cedrus atlantica Family: Pinaceae (conifer) Actions Antibacterial Antifungal Anti-infecti

Carrot seed oil is extracted from the wild carrot plant, also know as Queen Anne's Lace. It is well known for its skin healing and rejuvenating effects but also has strong digestive and detoxing properties on the kidneys and liver. Daucus carota Family: Umbelliferae (carrot, parsley) Actions Antifungal Carminative Hepatic Digestive Energetics/Body Systems Affected Rejuvenate the mind and body Skin Cardiovascular Nervous Beauty and Personal Care Use as a natural sunscreen -

Blue tansy is also known as Moroccan Chamomile or Blue Chamomile and has many of the similar properties of German Chamomile. It is known for its nervine properties and relieves nervous tension as well as anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. Blue Tansy is best used as part of a blend to utilize it's properties. Tanacetum annuum Compositae family - Daisy Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-inflammatory Antihistamine Hypotensive Nervine Energetics Solar plexus chak

Basil has a great effect upon the cardiovascular system, bones and muscles. All beneficial for the liver and gallbladder. Ocimum basilicum Family: Labiatae (mint) Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-infectious Anti-inflammatory Antioxidant Antispasmodic Antiviral Decongestant Restorative Stimulant Emmenagogue Digestive tonic Antiseptic Carminative Antibiotic Beauty and Personal Care Improves skin tone Acne Eczema, skin conditions Adds shine to hair Uses Headache, migraine an

The Northwestern Native Americans considered the Idaho Blue Spruce to be a sacred tree and used it in a variety ways, many of them for healing. Picea pungens Family: Pinaceae (Pine) Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-inflammatory Antihistamine Hypotensive Nervine Energetics/Body Systems Affected Solar plexus chakra Grounding Balancing Release emotional blocks Uses Respiratory conditions; asthma, bronchitis, croup, any chest congestion Coughs Sore throat or any throat prob

Coconut oil comes from pressing coconut meat and then separating the oil from the milk. It can be used to nourish the body both inside and out. It is a solid oil until temperatures reach about 78 degrees and has a smoke point of 350 degrees. Purchase cold pressed, unrefined coconut oil to enjoy these benefits. Actions Anti-inflammatory Antibiotic Antibacterial Antiviral Antifungal Benefits Feeds the brain which helps with brain function, and memory loss Heart happy oil, c

Olive oil is one of the ancient foods that truly nourish the body inside and out. “It is symbolic of goodness and purity, and the tree is a symbol of peace and happiness”. Make sure what you purchase is a whole food, if you do not choose a high-quality oil, it becomes harmful, not healing. Look for cold or expeller pressed, extra virgin, it should be in a dark bottle, smell strong and “herby” and when placed in a fridge should turn cloudy or harden slightly. Once you have got

Ingredients 2 cups herbal tea (¼ cup lavender blossoms to 2 cups water) 2 cups water ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice ½ cup raw honey Directions Pour herbal tea into a pitcher, add lemon juice. Dissolve honey into the water and add to tea and lemon blend, mix well. Garnish with herb and lemon slices.

When I was first introduced to diatomaceous earth my first thought was, what exactly is this stuff? In very simple terms it is powdered fossils. The mineral compounds of the powder bind to harmful organisms in the body, effectively eliminating them. I have personally used it to expel worms from my son when her was younger. Here are some other great ways to utilize another natural way to care for the body. Benefits Expels worms and parasites Eliminate insects in the home and g

This recipe comes from Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs. Pickled garlic is gentler on the stomach and doesn't have the bite of fresh, raw garlic. Ingredients Whole peeled garlic cloves Apple cider vinegar Bragg's liquid aminos or tamari Directions Fill a pint jar with whole peeled garlic cloves (make sure they are organic or from your garden). Add enough tamari and/or apple cider vinegar to completely cover the garlic. I like to use half and half. Place in a warm spot and

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. The Gift of Pain by Dr. Paul Brand & Phillip Yancey is a great book about why we have pain, its importance and what we can do about it. Pain is a message the nerves send through the body that there is a problem. If that problem is just covered up with a pain reliever, the problem was not solved and can just turn

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. Chronic stress can lead to conditions such as anxiety, depression, weight loss or gain, fatigue, sleep disruption, and hypertension to name a few. Making lifestyle changes in order to reduce stress levels can prevent some of these conditions as well as strengthen the nervous system. Exercise (clears the stress h

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. Coughing is the body’s way of ridding itself of excess mucus, waste, dead virus and bacteria remains, foreign material, and irritants. There are two kinds of coughs that help pinpoint the cause. Dry coughs can be caused by infections, colds, chemicals in the atmosphere, foreign objects, and sometimes nervousness

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. Sinus congestion and infection manifests as inflammation of the upper respiratory system causing red, swollen nose with discharge that is clear or milky from the pressure of swelling. This can be caused by illness, allergies, or reaction to toxins. An infection is caused by a virus or bacteria. Symptoms include

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. Anemia is a condition when the amount of oxygen carried by the blood is decreased due to either a reduction in red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. Without the proper amount of oxygen to deliver to cells around the body all activity will be slowed down resulting in weakness and fatigue, breathlessness, pa

Water is a great healing modality. Hot and Cold Therapy shows how the temperature of water can help with different conditions in the body. The type of water can affect the body as well. Water that has been steamed and then condensed back to water form is known as distilled water. This process removes everything in the water, leaving it the purest water on earth. This pure water is “hungry” and will pull impurities, toxins, poisons, heavy metals, and inorganic substances f

This is a living page, not an extensive list, just the remedies I’ve come across so far for this ailment. I’m always learning, so I’ll keep adding as I discover more. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) happens when a pathogenic bacterium invades any part of the urinary tract and turns to infection. Symptoms include an urgent desire to urinate, typically frequent and painful, even after the bladder has been emptied there may be a desire to go again. Urine may have a strong, unpleas

The skin is one of the elimination organs of the body, so when the liver is overburdened with toxins, the next place to go is the skin. Skin conditions can include eczema, psoriasis, rashes of all kinds, hives, acne, and sores. These conditions can also result from an allergy or reaction to a toxin, either way, treating the liver is the first place to start after following the foundational principles of health; nutrition and gut health. Follow Annie's gut health protocol - se

This is no where near extensive but a small list of the most common used and available skin care ingredients for creating your own personal care products or using alone in your skin care regimen. Almond, sweet - great for all skin types as an acting emollient and is best known for its ability to soften, soothe, and re-condition the skin Apricot kernal - light emollient excellent for most skin types as well as for sensitive and prematurely aged skin. Avocado - contains high