Healthy & Strong for the LORD

04/27/2023

When the cost of our essential oils is seen as a challenge by our customers, I like to describe for them the work required to run farms around the world without using herbicides or other toxic chemicals.

It costs us around $12,000 per acre to w**d our Mona, Utah lavender fields —>by hand, using manual labor.

Do you know how much “w**ding” costs other companies? $60.00 per acre. Spraying cheap (and toxic) herbicides is faster and much cheaper.

How a company does production, matter. This is why I choose Young Living.

(Thank you for this information, Jason Barnum - Mona farm manager.)

04/26/2023

When it comes to the final product, it is crucial to note that organic certification also does not verify that the final product has any remaining therapeutic value. This is another area where organic certification with essential oils falls short.

Lavender is most commonly distilled for only 15-20 minutes at 155 pounds of pressure with a steam temperature approaching 350*F. Although this high-temperature, high-pressure oil costs less to produce, is easily marketed, and can be certified organic, it is of poor quality and retains few, if any, of the therapeutic properties.

Young Living distills lavender for a minimum of one hour and fifteen minutes at zero pounds of pressure in order to retain the maximum amount of therapeutic properties contained in the plant.

There is a reason I chose Young Living.

04/25/2023

Did you know?

Young Living ensures that the essential oils only touch glass or stainless steel in the entire distillation process.

Any farms they purchase or partner with that have parts that are not glass or stainless steel are changed out immediately.

This ensures that there is no aluminum, plastic, or PVC contamination in the final product. Since essential oils permeate the skin quickly and go right into the bloodstream, it’s so important that they do not contain any of those contaminants.

There’s a reason I chose Young Living.

04/03/2023

Research shows that high-dose Vitamin C can help alleviate the negative effects of stress including its effect on blood pressure and cortisol output.

Participants in the study were given 1,000 mg three times daily. I recommend taking at least that much when under stress and more in many cases, especially if adrenal function is compromised. (BTW: There is no amount of citrus or bell peppers that can be consumed to provide this therapeutic effect so supplementation is necessary.)

I personally take at least 5,000 mg per day to support my adrenal health and help me combat the stress that comes with life!

My preferred Vitamin c: plain powdered ascorbic acid

REF: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11862365

04/02/2023

Good morning!
Happy Sunday!

Sounds like a perfect checklist for me. 😁

03/26/2023

Your confidence is in Jesus.

Not your work ethic.
Not your beauty.
Not your power suit or new sneaks.
Not your bank account.
Not your significant other or parent.
Not your performance.
Not your title.
Not your status.
Not your intelligence or street smarts.

All these thinggs will falter, fade, and fail.
Jesus never will.

“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” Hebrews 10:35

03/14/2023

Eat your meat, fruits, veggies, and healthy fats!
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THEN, let’s do a health scan to see where any deficiencies are. 😎

03/13/2023

Key to health #1: Love God (Deut 6)

03/05/2023

Happy Sunday healthy friends!
Let’s worship the Lord together!

We’re off to the 8am service this morning. How about you? What time is your service?

03/04/2023

Ooooo, Saturdays 😍

Saturday mornings are for slowing down, extra snuggles, big breakfasts…where everybody gets to cook together, and family Bible study with daddy.

Our 4 year old cracks and cooks our eggs.
Our 9 years olds make the sausages and set the table.
Our 12 year old cooks our fruit down into sauce.
I’m on cinnamon rolls. Mmmmm 😋

Next up…lots of lego family time.

Biblical health: family ❤️

03/03/2023

Talking about food…😂

You made it through the week! 🎉🎉🎉

03/02/2023

Change the way you look at it and you'll find that success is more likely to happen and the journey is more rewarding!

03/02/2023

Nature walks on Thursday for our homeschool!
It is a great way to model an active life AND we get to enjoy quality time in God’s creation.

We tried a new spot today! 3 miles in the rain. ☔️

03/02/2023

03/01/2023

Start your day encouraged -
Begin with a date with God.

Biblical health #1: faith 💜✝️💜

03/01/2023

💦 Not only is water crucial for your physical health, research also shows it’s important for maintaining your mental health. 🧠😎

😞 Multiple studies show a link between dehydration and a higher risk of anxiety, tension, and even depression! Dehydration may reduce serotonin production, which is one of the causes of depression. Even 2% dehydration can lead to a lower mood, lower concentration, and more headaches.

🍈 Drink more by keeping your water close. Taking your own water bottle with you to work, to the gym, or on errands is a constant reminder to drink more. You can also set alarms on your phone if you forget to drink throughout the day.

🍊 If drinking plain water is boring, or if you’re looking for added benefits, put a few drops of Vitality essential oils in your glass! Vitality oils can enhance your water with delicious flavor and give you additional wellness benefits!

Pro Tip: Use Vitality oils to flavor green juices and smoothies without the added sugar or artificial ingredients!

🍋 Our favorite Vitality combos:
Tropical: Grapefruit + Lime + Orange
Minty fresh: Peppermint + Grapefruit
Lavender Lemonade: Lavender + Lemon

➡️ Remember, essential oils will eat away plastic. Make sure to use a glass or stainless steel water bottle when using Vitality oils.

What are your favorite Vitality oils to add to your water?

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22190027/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21736786/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3984246/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6147771/

02/27/2023

Chug a lug healthy friend!💦

Water is just as important as healthy foods.

Drinking the right amount of water each day is a great way to start being more intentional about your health.

Did you know that you should drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces? At least. 1/2!!!

(Does the math make your head hurt? 😜 Ok, so if I weigh 130lbs, half of my weight is 65. That means I should drink 65 ounces of water daily.)

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Don’t forget, our bowels are our body’s first line of detox. We don’t want clogged bowels, which will in turn reabsorb the toxins we are scrubbing out and make an uncomfortable belly.

How do I remember to drink 3 quarts?
I grabbed my handy canning jars, quart size, and fill them up!! A visual is easier for me to achieve.