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

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

Blackstrap molasses is the dark liquid that comes from processing raw sugar into refined sugar. Because it is minimally processed it retains a number of trace minerals that give it many healing benefits. Make sure to purchase unsulfured molasses to ensure you are receiving all these nutrients for building in the body. Benefits Rich in calcium for bone and teeth building. Iron for enriching the blood and helping with anemic conditions. Potassium can ease muscle cramps. Magnes

Nettle has such a wide range of healing due to the high amounts of absorbable vitamins and minerals. It makes a nutrient dense food and potent medicine but also packs a sting if you aren’t protected when harvesting. Urtica dioica Family: Urticaceae – nettle, meaning "burn" Parts used: leaves and roots Actions Astringent Alterative Diuretic Hemostatic Hypotensive Nutritive Tonic Energetics/Body Systems Affected Cooling Bitter Respiratory Urinary Uses Enhance immunity, protect

Cinnamomum verum (cassia) Family: Lauraceae - Laurel Parts used: inner bark Actions Alterative Anthelmintic Antibacterial Anticatarrhal Antifungal Anti-Inflammatory Antispasmodic Antiviral Antibiotic Analgesic Antiseptic Aromatic Astringent Carminative Expectorant Hemostat Hypotensive Prebiotic Energetics/Body Systems Affected Warming Sweet Pungent Digestive Respiratory Cardiovascular Uses Improves circulation and warms the body. Boosts immune systems and feeds gut flora whi