As a Massage Therapist I love the study of Aromatherapy and how it affects people with it’s many healing proprieties. I am even more intrigued as I use my new tool; the ZYTO Compass scanner. When I scan my clients it will suggest the best Nature Sunshine products for the person according to biofeedback. Many times certain essential oils are suggested. You can also do a special scan to find out the best essential oils for the individual, great for Massage Therapists who offer Aromatherapy treatments.

What is Aromatherapy??

It is the use of aromatic essential oils to benefit the body – in emotional and physical health and beauty. Science has discovered that our sense of smell plays a significant role in our overall health.

Here are two amazing essential oils I have been reading up on lately that I wanted to share with my readers…

Helichrysum
(5 ml.), Stock No. 3943-0
member price: $89.95 /retail price: $134.95

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil offers relief to pain. With its deep-warming, grounding emotional effect, Helichrysum helps promote relaxation and balance. The uplifting, comforting qualities of our Helichrysum will help you unwind and find peace of mind.

Ingredients:

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil is 100 percent pure and genuine, and it is wildcrafted (hand gathered in the wild while in bloom) in either Yugoslavia or Corsica in the Mediterranean.

Benefits:

• Known for its benefits to bruises, wounds and other injuries.
• Acts as an excellent cell regenerator.
• Helps reduce the formation of scar tissue and improves skin disorders.
• Contains antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial compounds.
• Helps calm the respiratory system.
• Stimulating to the entire digestive system.
• Also supports the circulatory, immune and structural systems.

Systems affected:

Breasts, Circulation, Digestive System, Ears, Liver, Lymphatic System, Respiratory System, Skin, Structural System.

Nature’s Sunshine (NSP) Advantage

Varied species of Helichrysum can be found throughout the world, but most of these do not meet Nature’s Sunshine’s strict standards. That’s why NSP uses only Helichrysum italicum harvested from its indigenous soil in France. NSP guarantees that its Helichrysum Essential Oil is 100 percent pure and unadulterated. Rigorous scientific testing confirms that our essential oil is of the highest quality. In fact, we have rejected more Helichrysum than we have accepted. Also, you’ll find that NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil is competitively priced.
Recommended Use:

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil enhances massages and baths. Use it as an inhalant to minimize tension, and apply it to skin to guard against pain and infection.
User Care:

Helichrysum Essential Oil is for external use only. Pregnant women should not use Helichrysum. Do not apply it near your eyes or mucous membranes. Keep all essential oils out of reach of children.

Jasmine Absolute Pure Essential Oil

(Jasminum officinalis, hexane)
(2 ml.), Stock No. 3890-1
member price: $50.95 /retail price: $50.95

This climbing shrub is grown in many parts of the world and the flowers are only picked at night when the aroma is most powerful.
Jasmine is a scent nearly everyone loves with a deep, sweet, rich floral aroma. Real jasmine, like rose, is beyond comparison to the imitation fragrances available.

This sensually sweet floral aroma has been used as an aphrodisiac for centuries.

Jasmine supports the nervous system and is especially helpful for the mature woman’s changing needs and dry, sensitive skin.
This oil is considered one of the most precious oils due to its many benefits. It can be blended with almost any other essential oil with a few drops making a big difference in any blend. It is often used as an anti-depressant, stress-relief, a sedative and as an antiseptic. It is also helpful for muscle spasms and coughs.

A powerful mood enhancer, jasmine helps overcome feelings of anxiety, bitterness, burnout, dejection, depression, guilt, indifference, jealousy, negativity and repression. It brings feelings confidence, creativity, happiness, intuition, peace and self-awareness.

Systems Affected:

Hypothalamus, Liver, Pineal, Reproductive Glands, Respiratory System, Skin

User Care:

For external use only. Do not take Jasmine internally. Do a patch test first on skin. Avoid in cases of epilepsy. Keep away from eyes. Keep all essential oils out of reach of children.

Ingredients:

100% pure Jasminum grandiflorum oil

Photo by thaiadv, www.sxc.hu

I’ve been busy lately writing articles for my Examiner columns – Chicago Holistic Examiner and Chicago Spa Treatments Examiner. I try to keep my readers posted with health and wellness updates connected to current news topics. So much has been going on. Checkout the articles below. (Click on the headlines to read full articles)

Chicago protect yourself from possible radiation exposure

Holistic ways to fight psoriasis and have healthy skin

Magic Johnson talks HIV with the Doctors

The Doctors campaign to – Halt the Salt

Easy, at-home spa treatment you can do yourself

Read The Chicago Holistic Examiner’s full article (Click on headline below)

Jillian Michaels leaving The Biggest Loser to start family

Many women have gained success using herbal supplements and lifestyle changes for endometriosis.

Read these testimonies:

Endometriosis was one of the reasons I found Nature’s Sunshine after laser surgery was futile. I originally started on Female Comfort and Colloidal Minerals with great success. I have had customers on Monthly Maintenance with great success also. I have also found by accident that All Cell Detox works as does C-X with Una de Gato. I would now (muscle) test my customers on all of these to see which would work best for them. Experience has shown that it may take as little as a few weeks or as much as a few months for complete pain relief. When pain does comes along, Feverfew and/or Una de Gato takes it away quickly. A colon cleanse would also help (would relieve pressure on the female organs.) –Theresa

“Endometriosis is a condition in which the cells from the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) also grow elsewhere in the abdominal cavity. It can produce a host of different symptoms, including incapacitating pain in the uterus, lower back, and organs in the pelvic cavity prior to and during the menses; intermittent pain throughout the menstrual cycle; painful intercourse; excessive bleeding, including the passing of large clots and shreds of tissue during the menses; nausea, vomiting, and constipation during the menses; and infertility.” In my practice, I have had excellent results with Red Raspberry. I have not tried Blessed Thistle, but this might work also. This is not a cure-all alone. Try to balance all of the hormones, but remember that endometriosis is accelerated by estrogen. Anyone with this condition should not go overboard on foods or supplements that promote estrogen in the body. Endometriosis usually declines during the peri-menopausal years and disappears at menopause. –Glenda

I have used Pro-G-Yam Cream (a natural progesterone cream) with great success. – Georgiana D

Herbalist Marguerite Wright is planning on focusing on Women’s health in 2011 because health issues such as:
-    Endometriosis
-    Fibroid Tumors & cysts
-    PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome)
-    Lupus
-    Menopause
-    And more
are some of the top reasons people contacting her. Many women are suffering from these conditions and Marguerite’s aim is to reveal all the natural ways to rid these conditions without surgeries and toxic meds.

If you want to know more contact your Herbalist Marguerite right here on this site for recommendations or call at: 708-575-3968.

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The specials with Nature Sunshine this week

include supplements for our children to help keep them healthy this flu season. NSP has a great line of supplements for children called Sunshine Heroes - chewable tablets that kids love to take.

This week the Sunshine Heroes Calcium Plus D3 is on special along with Zinc Cold & Flu Fastmelt Lozenge, a new NSP product. Both products I highly recommend to keep in stock.

Sunshine Heroes Calcium Plus D3
The calcium needed for bone and teeth health.
$2 OFF – $11.50
Buy 4 get 1 FREE & a sample pack free – $54.00

Zinc Cold & Flu Fastmelt Lozenge
$2 OFF – $11.95
Buy 4 get 1 FREE – $55.00

Nature Sunshine has a full line of products for children that you will love to keep them healthy and boost their immune system.

The whole family needs to take the
FREE Health Analysis.
Get back with your Herbalist Marguerite if you have more questions.

See FULL List of this week’s specials & log on the FREE Health Analysis at:
http://www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest

Have a blessed week!

It is the end of the year and Nature Sunshine has some great specials running from December 12th to 18th. It is a great time to stock up on Silver Shield and Chlorophyll.

Silver Shield Aqua Sol Technology (Collodial Silver) – 19 PPM
$2 OFF – $19.95
Buy 4 Get 1 FREE – $87.80
Buy 9 Get 3 FREE – $197.55

Liquid Chlorophyll (16 fl. Oz.)
A natural deodorizer from within.

$2 OFF – $8.45
Buy 4 Get 1 FREE – $41.80
Buy 9 Get 3 FREE – $94.05

Silver Shield is the amazing product that is good for
-    infections
-    burns
-    gum infections
-    pink eye
-    viruses
-    and much more

Read pass blog posts where I list 10 things Silver Shield is good for.

Watch this video about Silver Shield

Find the list of products on special at Nature Sunshine HERE.

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WGN TV report

I also reported on how researchers have a less evasive way to exam men for prostate cancer.

Read my latest Examiner.com article:

New and better way to get a prostate exam and some holistic tips

Make it a GOOD Week!!!

Here’s a recipe for you to help boost your libido. It will help you last “all night long.”

I thought it would be fun to share this recipe after watching The Doctors TV show this week when they did a whole show on “better sex.”

Read full article and recipe at link below:

Go-All-Night Smoothie and more foods for the libido

X-Action Gel – Regular price is $32.25

Now get it for $10.75 (member price)

Add products like Pro-G-Yam cream to balance hormones and X-Action (Women) to also help your libido.

Also check out the other great deals this week:

-    Sinus Support – Encourages proper nasal function.
-    Nutri-Calm – Soothes frayed nerves with vitamin Bs.

See all the specials at WEEKLY SPECIALS AT NATURE SUNSHINE at http://www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest

More tips for your sexual health under CATERGORIES – SEXUAL HEALTH.

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Black History Month Health fact from BlackDoctor.org

Madam C.J. Walker first woman millionaire died of kidney failure a terrible condition many Blacks are still dying from today.

Read more here along with common causes of kidney disease and how to prevent kidney disease at BlackDoctor.org

Here under TESTIMONIES you can read a story of one man who improved his kidney condition with herbs that strengthen the kidneys.

Make it a GREAT WEEK!

Silver Shield is one of my favorite products that my website offers. I personally have seen the benefits of using Silver Shield for myself and my family for viruses such as strep throat, sinus infections and gum infections. Read more TESTIMONIALS on my site on what Silver Shield has done for folks and their pets too.

Here is a list of 10 great uses of Silver Shield

1. Vaginal Yeast Infections: Women are thankful for Silver Shield because it fights yeast and bacterial vaginosis and even HPV! No need for antibiotics. Add ½ bottle of Silver to a Douche syringe bulb hold for 10 minutes then release. Do this for 3-5 days, once a day, then apply a quarter size amount of Silver Shield Gel to a tampon and insert. This process will clear up female infections, safe and naturally. It doesn’t even upset the normal balance of the beneficial bacteria. This is great news for many women dealing with this.

2. Herpes outbreaks: Apply the Silver Shield gel directly to herpes outbreaks and let it absorb into the skin. This has been used as a successful method to control herpes outbreaks quickly.

3. Ear Infections: Fill the ear canal with Silver Shield liquid drops in infected ear twice daily and let set for around 6 minutes. This will clear up the infection and help relieve pain!

4. Eye Infections (Pink Eye or Viral Eye Infections): We know how easy Pink eye can spread, Silver Shield can be a savior in clearing this up quickly by applying a few drops in the eye. Add drops up to 5 times per day as needed. This is a good reason to always keep Silver Shield on hand.

5. Strep Throat: Gargle with Silver Shield for about six minutes then swallow. Do this every few hours and continue to gargle twice a day for 5 days more. Safe enough for young children.

6. Food Poisoning: Take 2 tsp. hourly until symptoms subside.

7. Acne breakouts: Apply the Silver Shield gel on the blemishes to kill the bacteria festering in the pores. The gel can also be applied as a general application to the whole face after washing. Allow to set on face to seep in the pores, then apply moisturizer. This will help fight acne and helps with anti-aging.

8.  Viruses: Use Silver Shield when you have been exposed to any illness, including the swine flu. Take 2 tsp. twice a day. Helps build immune system and fight viruses.

9. For airplane travel: Apply Silver Shield gel in nostrils and use as a disinfectant by rubbing on hands. The Silver Silver gel is 3 ounces, so it should be allowed on airplanes.

10. In the home: Silver Shield comes in handy for disinfecting the countertops and on mold, including black mold. Dilute 1 ounce of Silver Shield to a spray bottle and fill with water then spray.

Make sure not to miss the special on Silver Silver and Silver Shield Gel for the rest of December. $2 off regular price and Buy 4 and get 1 FREE special too.

Review all the GREAT SPECIALS Nature Sunshine is offering now:
http://www.motherknowsbest.net

My latest health topics on Chicago Holistic Health Examiner are:

Answer my health question: Are there herbs to help anxiety?

Angie Stone: The face of diabetes.

Favorite Health, Beauty and Fitness items for 2009.

Go to this site to read them:
http://www.examiner.com/x-27680-Chicago-Holistic-Health-Examiner

Make it a GREAT week!

We have a contest running now that I am sure you would like to check it out. Spoken word artist and singer Adina Nyree was my special guest on my last blogtalk show and she was great. Make sure you listen to the recorded podcast and hear some of the songs from her upcoming cd, to drop November 14th! In fact, you can win a signed copy of the cd by listening to the show and entering the contest.

The link to enter the contest and details are on my blogtalk page from that show. The topic is also a good one to share. We talked about the problem many women are facing these days with fibroids and cysts. Listen in and learn of some of the natural ways to deal with this issue. Contact your herbalist for a full program to rid fibroids and cysts.

Listen to the recorded podcast at: Blogtalkradio

This week’s specials at Nature Sunshine is:

Pantothenic Acid [Nervous], also known as vitamin B5, is manufactured in part by intestinal microorganisms.
$2 off
and
Buy 4 get 1 free

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Vitamin B12, liquid
$2 off
and
Buy 4 get 1 free

Benefits:

•Promotes energy.

•Helps maintain nervous system function.

•Improves immune system function.

•Buffers the effects of stress.

See all the weekly specials and purchase here: http://www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest

Upcoming events:

November 14 & 15
Ultimate Girls night out Pamper me party (Detroit style)
At the
Holiday Inn
Matteson, IL
Your herbalist, Marguerite Wright will have a table there on Sunday, doing FREE Health Analysis.

November 16 – 23

Education Week
at Nature Sunshine view all the webinars online or call-in and listen.
Go to www.nspwebinars.com to sign up. If you are not a Nature Sunshine member come as my guest. My member number is: 815484-2
Speakers and topics are as follows:
Winter Wellness: Bolster Your Body’s Defenses Christine Brinker, Regional Manager
Ailments and Their Emotional Connection Jennifer Hochell Pressimone, Regional Manager
Winning the pH Numbers Game: Finding Your Ideal Balance Joan Vandergriff, Senior National Manager
From Adolescence to Menopause: Achieving Hormonal Harmony Judith Cobb, Master Herbalist
Cellular Abnormalities: Conquer the Enemy Within Dr. Jay Manoney, D.O.
Watch the Webinar of your choice anytime, all week long by going to www.nspwebinars.com.

Get special discounts on featured products all week, plus earn up to $100 in NSP product credit. Make sure you plan to attend!

Have a great week!

Photo by thiquinho

Fertility massage is a powerful natural fertility treatment that has been used for centuries all over the world. The great thing about fertility massage is it can be use in conjunction with traditional treatments; one case in point is the use of fertility massage with IVF. The use of fertility massage leading up to your IVF procedure may help to increase your success rate of implantation. An increased incidence of implantation may be possible because the use of fertility massage increases blood flow and reduces adhesions that can block pathways, there by increasing your chances of implantation/conception.
Fertility massage is a complex and advanced form of massage that includes not one, but several different massage techniques. Six to be exact, five different forms of massage therapy and the sixth is castor oil therapy. It is the combination of these techniques that makes this therapy so beneficial. As stated above massage can increase blood flow to the organs there by increasing the function of the organ and also delivering a much more gratifying sexual experience!! I don’t think any woman will complain about that! This increased blood flow is partially because of a release of the adhesions, this tissue is completely normal in the body, however, when the tissue becomes over grown for whatever reason, it can cause an obstruction of the fallopian tubes…or any other organ.
Not only could fertility massage with castor oil increase your chances of conception, but massage of the reproductive organs may lead to less painful menstrual cycle, and alleviate symptoms of cysts, fibroids, and endometriosis. Women with endometriosis should consider learning these wonderful techniques as massage has shown effective at reducing adhesions, thereby reducing pain, commonly associated with endometriosis. Traditionally endometriosis is treated with surgery, which ironically can cause more adhesions. Learning and implementing these techniques can save you a lot of time, money, and pain!
However, that being said let me stress the importance of performing these techniques correctly and only during the time frame in which they are meant to be applied. As stated earlier there are 5 different massage therapies included in fertility massage and you must be sure to correctly perform each one as not to waste your time and receive the best results. Also, fertility massage should only be performed BEFORE pregnancy and not during your period.
Another important thing to remember is like with any other treatment there may be some side effects, these include a slightly heavier period after your first few sessions, increased bowl movements, and soreness. This increased menstrual flow is actually a good sign this will show you what you helped your body get rid of, the heavier flow is caused by the old adhesions and old blood clots you help break free. Also, you may experience a healthier digestive system as the massage also has a positive effect on your intestines by breaking loose all that old fecal matter. And last but not least after your first session your abdomen may be slightly sore, this is quite normal after your fist organ massage, although you should not be swollen or bruised!

This massage is great for women dealing fibroids, endometriosis and cysts.

Contact your herbalist, Marguerite Wright to set up an appointment to learn how to rid fibroids naturally!