Thieves  Household cleaner provides more power behind your efforts to keep your family  healthy WITHOUT the need for toxic chemicals and nasty smelling bleach!  

To order go here: www.YoungLiving.org/tjohnson

And be sure to contact me with questions.   Blessings for a happy health Thanksgiving season!

Many people attribute sinus problems to the spring, but fall is also a major time of difficulty for sinus sufferers.
Here are some reasons why:

• Mold produced by leaf decay 
• Potent weed allergens 
• Decay from bug death 
• Heating systems coming on
• Less fresh air in households 
• Cooler weather makes us crave sweets and carbs (eating them can affect our sinuses too)

It is true that our external environment has a huge role to play in attributing to sinus problems, but our internal environment (inside our bodies)has more of an influence on sinus conditions than the outside of our body.

If our internal environment is in “good shape”, then it can help combat what we are exposed to externally.

What constitutes “good shape”?

• Balanced ecology in the gut (decent population of good bacteria with little yeast overgrowth)
• More alkaline and less acid (eating veggies and fruits and not sugar, caffeine, white flour)
• Well hydrated
• Well rested
• Well oxygenated (daily exercise)
• Well cleansed (bowels moving)

Why is balanced ecology in the gut such an important factor as it relates to sinus health?

The entire alimentary canal (the gastrointestinal system starting with the mouth and ending with the anus) is made up of mucous membrane. We often call the abdominal portion of the gastrointestinal system “the gut”.

When the gut has a good ecological terrain of balanced flora it can influence the other areas of the body that have the same mucous membrane tissue.

Think about where else mucous membrane is in the body:

Respiratory System		Urogenital System
Sinuses Mouth Nose Windpipe and Lungs		Vagina Urethra Urinary Bladder

These areas are often affected by candida or yeast overgrowth, which can lead to symptoms which are often called ‘infections’ (many times they are infections, but many times they are just an overgrowth of yeast).

In the years of my practice, I saw many people with sinus conditions. This condition was often accompanied by other problems in the body – such as allergies, skin disorders, frequent headaches, depression, stomach problems, and colon issues to name a few.

Many of these people loved and often ate these foods:

• Cheeses, especially aged 
•  Wine 
•  Sugar 
•  Mushrooms 
•  Bread made with yeast 
•  Food with preservatives (packaged food) 
•  Cakes, pastries, cookies 
•  Pizza 
•  Acid forming beverages: coffee, tea, soda

And very often these folks were constipated.

Along with eating an balanced alkaline diet, here are two very effective ways to deal with sinus issues:

• Colon cleansing

Cleansing the colon can keep the overgrowth of candida at bay. Sinus conditions clear up when the colon is clear.

As a former Wellness Center owner, I used to observe that when people had colonics with good results, they almost always simultaneously experienced sinus drainage. Any sinus congestion they had before their cleansing often disappeared with the good results of the cleanse.

Nutritional products that you can use at home for cleansing, and even foods that help cleanse the body, can offer the same results as it relates to sinuses.

• Using therapeutic grade essential oils 

This is a no brainer. If you understand how therapeutic essential oils create an environment where overgrowth or imbalance of micro-organisms can NOT take place – in other words the overgrowth of yeast, fungus, and any pathogenic organisms will not occur, then you can see why using these for sinus problems can be very helpful.

Many microbes, especially the ones that don’t serve us, love to hang out in dark moist environments – and that is exactly what our sinus cavities are (note how they are called ‘cavities’) -a dark moist environment.

Inhalation, diffusing, and even taking essential oils internally can be extremely helpful for sinus sufferers. If you want to take them internally, make sure the label has “Supplemental Facts” on it (overseen by the FDA) – this way you know you can them take internally. You may be hard pressed to find that on labels in essential oils, but you will find it in Young Living oils – that is one of the many reasons I love Young Living. -  Marilee Tolen, RN

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Reprinted from “Home Spa Lady’s Tips of the Week,” a free weeky offeriing. Subscribe at http://www.HomeSpaLady.com.

Recently I have heard on the news that several stores in NYC have had to close due to bed bug problems, as well as a complete mall in New Jersey.  He says that since much of our clothing, sheets, towels, etc. now comes from companies outside  of America, (sad but true), even the most expensive stores sell foreign clothing from China, Indonesia, etc.   The bed bugs are coming in on the clothing as these countries do not consider them a problem.   He recommends that if you buy any new clothing, even underwear and socks, sheets, towels, etc. that you bring them into the house and put them in your clothes dryer for at least 20 minutes.  The heat will kill them and their eggs.  DO NOT JUST HANG NEWLY PURCHASED CLOTHES IN YOUR CLOSET!   You should hang them in an area where you are diffusing therapeutic quality essential oils– or place them in the dryer along with a sachet of essential oils or a cloth with oils on it.  It does not matter what the price range is of the clothing, or if the outfit comes from the most expensive store known in the U.S.   They still get shipments from these countries and the bugs can come in a box of scarves or anything else for that matter.   That is the reason why so many stores, many of them clothing stores have had to shut it down in NYC and other places.  All you need is to bring one item into the house that has bugs or eggs and you will go to hell and back trying to get rid of them.   He travels all over the country as an advisor to many of these stores, as prevention and after they have the problem.

Don’t Let the BedBugs Bite…

Enlarged Photo of Bed Bug's Head- showing biting parts.

As if you needed something else to worry about, bedbugs, those pests from the old bedtime rhyme are making a comeback. More of a nuisance than a health hazard, they’re showing up to suck blood from people in hotels, college dorms, and hospitals. Take an informative look at bedbugs: what they are, where they lurk, and how to spot them before they get you.

The bug is the spot on the right, enlarged is to the left.

Know the Enemy

Bedbugs are small, flat, wingless insects with six legs that, like mosquitoes, feed on blood from animals or people. They range in color from almost white to brown, but they turn rusty red after feeding. The common bedbug doesn’t grow much longer than 0.2 inches (0.5 centimeters) and can be seen by the naked eye to the astute observer.  Bedbugs get their name because they like to hide in bedding and mattresses.
During hotel stays, keep luggage off the floor and zipped

Am I at Risk for Infestation?

Bedbugs are most often found in hotels, hostels, shelters, and apartment complexes where lots of people come and go. Because bedbugs hide in small crevices, they can hitch a ride into your home on luggage, pets, furniture, clothing, boxes, and other objects. Bedbugs are found worldwide, but are most common in developing countries. Once rare in North America, they may be on the rise due, in part, to increases in international travel. This is when you will want to use your Thieves Spray and Purification Bed bugs feed while you sleeping with peak activity just before dawn. 

May be present in Hotels, imported fabrics; they like wood and love your blood!Bed Bugs "Tight" in the corners of the mattress edging.

Bed Bugs "Tight" in the corners of the mattress edging.

Feeding Habits

These nocturnal creatures can hide in beds, floors, furniture, wood, and paper trash during the day. We humans usually become their dinner during the night, with peak biting activity just before dawn.They can obtain their meal in as little as three minutes, after which they are engorged and drop off the host, then crawl into a hiding place to digest their meal. Bedbugs can live for 10 months, and can go weeks without feeding.     To stop the itching use Tranquil , lavender, Purification
Bed bugs leaves red itchy bites on the skin often in rows

Bites may appear in rows.

Bed Bug Feeding- Like Sleeping with a Vampire.Bites may appear in rows.

Amazingly, these sneaky little bloodsuckers dine on you without waking you. You don’t feel their stealthy bite because they inject a numbing agent into your body, along with an anticoagulant to keep your blood flowing as they suck. The first sign of bedbugs may be itchy, red bites on the skin, usually on the arms or shoulders. Bedbugs tend to leave straight rows of bites.   Scratching bites can lead to infection.

Thieves Spray, hand sanitizer and cleanser as well as household cleaner can help keep your family healthy during flu season as well.

Treating Bites

Bedbug bites do not usually require treatment. If a secondary infection occurs (usually from scratching), apply Rose Ointment adding an extra drop of Melrose in a dab or Thieves oil and apply Thieves oil around the infection if open not direct into the sore. Take Thieves in a capsule.  In these more severe cases, you may need to see your doctor. 

Do Bedbugs Transmit Diseases?

Bedbugs are more of a nuisance than a health hazard. In a recent study, researchers reviewed 53 recent studies on bedbugs and their health and medical effects. The results showed that although bedbugs have been blamed for the spread of up to 40 different human diseases, there is little evidence to suggest they are carriers of human disease.
 

Bedbug or Imposter?

Don’t assume your bites are bedbugs. Bites can be hard to identify, even for doctors. Rule out mosquitoes, fleas, mites, and biting gnats by conducting a visual inspection. It’s best to collect and identify bedbugs to confirm bites. Look for the bugs themselves or their bloodstains, especially along the seams of mattresses. Further, look for dark spots of insect waste where bedbugs might crawl into hiding places on furniture, walls, and floors.   wash clothing and bedding in hot water and then again hot water that will not burn finger and added 1 cap full Thieves Cleaner and 6 drops of purification.  Then dry on hot.

Bite Back Against Bedbugs

Get rid of infested mattresses and box springs or cover them with a plastic mattress bag to trap the bugs. Wash clothes and bedding in hot water, and dry on high heat. Clean furniture and vacuum cracks in wood floors and doors where bugs may hide. Shake out suitcases. Use your thieves spray and thieves cleaner the cracks of floors or bed frames.  The oils are great for YOU but the bugs do not like them.

Bed Bug Essential Oils Formula

10 drop Palo Santo  
6 drops Eu7calyptus Blue 
5 drops Ceadarwood.
Put into a bottle as listed and mix then add 4 oz distilled water and spray.

Mattress Sachets: To go after nesting eggs combine corn starch, or baking soda in cotton homemade
tea bag looking containers and add the formula above and place under mattress.

Diffuse: Purification, Palo Santo, and Eucalyptus Blue in the room

Don’t forget to spray the mattress when changing the sheets with Thieves Spray.
Your Travel diffuser is great to take with you when traveling e specially in hotel and  Motel rooms also great for purifying the air (Purification and Thieves).

BEDBUG BUSTER PROTOCOL -  Listen to Janet Mc Bride on WLW Cincinnati’s Bill Cunningham Show discussing the Bed Bug Crisis. -        

To Order Essential oils go to: www.Youngliving.org/tjohnson

Original Article by Nancy Sanderson.

Take a peek at this video about the Thieves Household Cleaner!  Now in a larger size that is also great for commercial establishments! Clike here to order! www.youngliving.org/tjohnson

I walked past a tall pine tree the other day and the wind gust caused a cloud of pollen to be released- it looked like a whole bucket of yellow powder floating down!

THIS is the time for a neti pot AND to get started increasing your intake of Vitamin C and the important bio-flavinoid called Quercetin.  Quercetin is often found combined with the pinneapple enzyme, Bromelaine.  These supplements will aid your immune system to help it reduce the histimic response to the allergens.  It may take a couple weeks to see the difference and by that time -  the GRASS pollen will be out to cause a double whamy on some folks. So get started now!  Drinking additional water is helpful at this time too- to provide the means for the body to flush the irritants out and to help it deal with the stresses of the activated immune response (that is what an allergy is.)

Be sure also- to rinse the sinuses with a neti pot on a fairly regular basis while it is high pollen season and whenever you are in smoke, pollen, dust or other particles that may cause sniffles and mucous production.  When excess mucous exists in te sinus passages- it is hard to get the oxygen you need to pay attention or to sleep AND it provides a nice warm, dark place for microbes to thrive and cause you a sinus infection.  Rinsing with saline water is helpful to remove the irritants and clear soe of the mucous.  If you want to take it a step further, use a saline soluntion that also has essential oils in it.  There is a good one available at www.Relax-ergy.com

My guess is that these would still hold true. Combine the soda with some essential oils like Thieves, Lemon, RC, Exodus II, etc. if you want to be more secure. And don’t forget the Thieves home and hand products!

 
In today’s modern world of medicine the FDA just will not let companies that sell products make medical claims about them unless they have been tested at great expense and approved as a drug. But this was not always the case and as we can see in the information in this chapter, which is from a 1924 booklet,[1] published by the Arm & Hammer Soda Company. On page 12 the company starts off saying, “The proven value of Arm & Hammer Bicarbonate of Soda as a therapeutic agent is further evinced by the following evidence of a prominent physician named Dr. Volney S. Cheney, in a letter to the Church & Dwight Company:
“In 1918 and 1919 while fighting the ‘Flu’ with the U. S. Public Health Service it was brought to my attention that rarely any one who had been thoroughly alkalinized with bicarbonate of soda contracted the disease, and those who did contract it, if alkalinized early, would invariably have mild attacks. I have since that time treated all cases of ‘Cold,’ Influenza and LaGripe by first giving generous doses of Bicarbonate of Soda, and in many, many instances within 36 hours the symptoms would have entirely abated. Further, within my own household, before Woman’s Clubs and Parent-Teachers’ Associations, I have advocated the use of Bicarbonate of Soda as a preventive for “Colds,” with the result that now many reports are coming in stating that those who took “Soda” were not affected, while nearly every one around them had the “Flu.”
Recommended dosages from the Arm and Hammer Company for colds and influenza back in 1925 were:
During the first day take six doses of half teaspoonful of Arm & Hammer Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water, at about two hour intervals.

During the second day take four doses of half teaspoonful of Arm and Hammer Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water, at the same intervals.

During the third day take two doses of half teaspoonful of Arm and Hammer Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water morning and evening, and thereafter half teaspoonful in glass of cool water each morning until cold is cured.

Dr. Mark Sircus, Ac., OMD and his full article about Banking Soda can be found at http://sodiumbicarbonate.imva.info/index.php/administration-methods/arm-hammer-soda-company/baf472984d04d0&id=4940fe5d8b&e=816bef8964

Once they decide what to believe, they have to determine what thier own action will be. – Vaccinate- or Not

Change Diet – or Not, use Nutrition – or Not,  Chiropractic – or Not ,  Accupuncture Or not, Detoxing programs – or Not, Essential Oils – or Not.

Here are a few links to learn more about swine flu vaccines and updates:

http://www.pandemicfluonline.com/

http://www.njvaccinationchoice.net
http://www.nvic.org
http://DrTenpenny.com
http://www.mercola.com
http://www.askdrsears.com/thevaccinebook/boost_your_childs_immune_system.asp

My personal choice is to use essential oils daily on my body and in my home-  the Thieves cleaners fo rthe home, hands and body are great!  Also the Thieves hand sanitizer- eliminate organisms without encouraging antibiotic resistance.

Raindrop technique for the family is a great preventative measure also.  Moms-  find a class to take and learn this powerful technique. 

Inner Defense and Longevity capsules are in my cabinet also.  Longevity on a daily basis and Inner defense if I start feeling something coming on.

DRINK WATER!  This is one of the MOST important steps one can take… along with minimzing refined foods and sugars.

Of course, exercise, laughing, music, and good nutrition will enhance the immune system too.

Look under the training tab to find “Mommy Raindrop” Classes scheduled in Dallas.

Let me know if you would like to get the registration links… just send an email.

This interview is a tad longer than an hour.   

To your health!

Next time We have gifted speakers on these topics in Dallas-  PLEASE be sure to attend.   We are working on another visit by Dr. Gary Tunsky and April Renee.

The best way to prevent illness is to take care of the terrain.  That means that what you eat, drink and do has an impact on the body’s ability to support the growth of micro-organisms that can cause disease.  If  you make choices to change the body’s terrain into an environment that DOES NOT support the growth of these microbes, you  will not suffer the illness they are capable of creating.  (This is the old argument between Louis Pasteur and Antoin Beauchamp)   Here is a good article explaining the progression of germs.

If your body cannot support the disease organisms, then you have no need of these potentially lethal injections.

Learn all you can so that you can make good choices.

AP News Wire April 25, 2009

Centers for Disease Control Acting Director Richard Besser, …

“Centers for Disease Control headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia April 24, 2009. A strain of flu never seen before has killed up to 60 people in Mexico and has also appeared in the United States, where eight people were infected but recovered, health officials said on Friday. Other reports claim up to 1,000 Mexican people have come down with the flu. The CDC says two flu drugs, Tamiflu and Relenza, seem effective against the new strain. Roche, the maker of Tamiflu, said the company is prepared to immediately deploy a stockpile of the drug if requested.”

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090424/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/med_swine_flu (YahooNews)
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124058255179552887.html (Wall Street Journal)
http://www.voanews.com/english/2009-04-24-voa50.cfm (Voice of America)
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Focus on Building your Immune Systems

As with any disease, the germ can only take hold if the immune system is weak - This was an argument between Bechamp and Pasteur over a hundred years ago and we are only starting to recognize the correctness of Bechamp.  So to protect yourselves from any disease, be sure you are well hydrated, eat less acid causing foods (ie sugar, white flour, meats), get your exercise, relax, and be sure your body has a good supply of nutritional supplementation including minerals and Probiotics.   AND Essential Oils may hold a key to safe prevention of diseases without the toxicity of vaccines.

YOUNG LIVING’S POWERFUL OIL CHOICES FOR PANDEMIC OUTBREAKS:

OREGANO TESTED AT GEORGETOWN – In 2001, Georgetown University tested therapeutic grade Oregano against all know viral bacteria and found nothing to withstand the oregano. * (Price listed at end of News)

http://www.lewrockwell.com/orig/sardi6.html

ABSTRACT STUDY REFERENCE:

Effect of a Diffused Essential Oil Blend on Bacterial Bioaerosols S.C. Chao, D.G. Young, and C.J. Oberg, Weber State University, Ogden, UT. Journal of Essential Oil Research 10, 517-523 (Sept/Oct 1998).

Abstract: A proprietary blend of oils containing cinnamon, rosemary, clove, eucalyptus, and lemon was tested for its antibacterial activity against airborne Micrococcus luteus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. The bacteria cultures were sprayed in an enclosed area and the essential oil blend was diffused for a given amount of time. There was an 82 percent reduction in M. luteus bioaerosol, a 96 percent reduction in the P. aeruginosa bioaerosol, and a 44 percent reduction in the S. aureus bioaerosol following 10 minutes of exposure. (Price listed at end of News along with ordering information.)

On page 129 & 130 of the (4th Edition) Essential Oils Desk Referrence, it says:

“Studies conducted at Weber State University (Ogden, UT) during 1997 demonstrated its [the essential oil blend of clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus radiata and rosemary] killing power against airborne microorganisms. One analysis showed a 90 percent reduction in the number of gram positive Micrococcus luteus organisms after diffusing for 12 minutes. After 20 minutes of diffusing, the kill-rate jumped to 99.3 percent. Another study against the gram negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa showed a kill rate of 99.6 percent after just 12 minutes of diffusion.” *
“THIS IS YOUR BLEND FOR THE BIRD FLU” * ~ Gary Young, N.D. At the 2004 YL
Convention, Gary Young recommended Egyptian Gold for the Bird Flu and other Super Bugs.” (Price listed at end of News)
“A DROP OF MELISSA UNDER THE TONGUE” * ~ Gary Young, N.D. “For Viral Attacks” (Price listed at end of News)

Dr. Terry Friedmann, M.D. Anti-Microbial Blend…”Regarding my anti-microbial formula [see below], my strong belief is that this formula should be reserved for chronic bacterial, fungal, or viral infection, or for acute viral and bacterial infections, which could “slow you down” or lead to more serious complications. In other words, use this formula only in specific serious situations rather than preventive or maintenance, because we are dealing with a “powerful battleship” here! This formula should not be given to children 10 years or younger. I believe we are facing in the near future some deadly serious infections of epidemic proportions, which may threaten millions of people. We are certainly seeing an abundance of more widespread diseases right now. Examples are the West Nile virus and the gastrointestinal diseases of the commercial cruises (e.g. Norovirus)” * ~
Dr. Terry Friedmann, M.D. is the author of “Freedom Through Health” (Prices listed at end of News)

You can put this research to work : COMBINE IN A GEL CAP THE FOLLOWING AND INGEST (take with rice milk and or Multi-Green capsule for ease in ingesting):

12 drops Thieves
6 drops of Oregano
2 drops Frankincense OR :

INNER DEFENSE POWER SOFT GEL – Young Living’s Inner Defense® reinforces systemic defenses, creates unfriendly terrain for yeast/fungus, promotes healthy respiratory function, and contains potent essential oils like oregano, thyme, and Thieves® which are rich in thymol, carvacrol, and eugenol for immune support. The liquid softgels dissolve quickly for maximum results. * (Prices listed at end of News)
See in-depth study here:  http://www.youngliving.us/pdfs/PIP_Inner_Defense.pdf

For optimal results, take Inner Defense in Morning and at Noon, followed by LIFE 5 High-Powered Probiotic at bedtime. This quickly moves the bacteria and virus from the body. * (Prices listed at end of News)

DIFFUSE and CLEAN WITH THIEVES and EGYPTIAN GOLD – For Bacterial and Viral  Purposes, Use this type Glass Nebulizer Diffuser. 

(Prices listed below)   Order online here www.YoungLiving.org/tjohnson  Be sure to select Wholesale.  Contact me if you have questions.tee...@tx.rr.com%22%email hidden; JavaScript is required">
Oregano Oil – 15 ml. bottle – Item 3605 – $23.00 Wholesale (23 PV)
Thieves Blend – 15 ml. bottle – Item 3423 — $31.75 Wholesale (31.75 PV)
Melissa Oil – 5 ml. bottle – Item 3589 — $149.75 Wholesale (74 PV)
Egyptian Gold Blend – 5 ml. bottle – Item 3332 — $36.75 Wholesale (36.75 PV)
Frankincense Oil – 15 ml. bottle – Item 3548 — $69.75 Wholesale (69.75 PV)
Inner Defense Soft Gels – 30 count – Item 3295 — $24.75 Wholesale (24.75 PV)
LIFE 5 Probiotic – 30 count – Item 3099 — $24.75 Wholesale (24.75 PV)
Thieves Cleaner – 15 fl.oz. Item 3743 — $21.50 Wholesale (21.50 PV)
Glass Neb. Diffusers:

Bronze – Item 3660 — $99.75 Wholesale (40 PV)
Silver — Item 3661 — $99.75 Wholesale (40 PV)
Green – Item 3662 — $99.75 Wholesale (40 PV)
Red – Item 3663 — $99.75 Wholesale (40 PV)