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Natural Screen for Summer

By michele | Published June 9, 2017

Be ready with a natural sunscreen that doesn’t contain any harsh ingredients.  First, here is some information you may need to know.

There are two types of UV (ultraviolet) rays from the sun: UVA and UVB.

UVA rays are primarily responsible for skin damage from excessive sun exposure that can lead to cancer and skin aging.

However, although UVB rays can also cause damage and sunburn, they are necessary for your body to produce its own cancer protective vitamin D via the skin.

Sunlight is by far the optimal way to produce your vitamin D. Blocking UVB rays may inadvertently be increasing your cancer risk by blocking vitamin D absorption. Plus, sunscreen causes cancer through carcinogenic ingredients and SPF protects only against UVB rays.

Extra Virgin Coconut oil has an spf of 10, and blocks 90% of UVB Rays, thus providing 90% of its Vitamin D synthesizing abilities.

So, now are you ready for my recipe that I use for a natural sunblock?

1/2 C olive oilsafe in the sun

1/4 Cup extra virgin coconut oil

2 Tbsp. cocoa butter

2Tbsp. Zinc oxide

Essential Oils:  12 drops helichrysum, 3 drops arborvitae, 10 drops lavender, 5 drops melaleuca.

Place all ingredients, except the zinc oxide and essential oils, into a double boiler or water bath on the stove top.

Heat and mix gently, stirring together all ingredients as they melt.  Once melted and mixed together, remove from heat then add zinc oxide and essential oils.  Mix together.  Let cool completely.  Pour into a clean glass jar, and store in a cool place.

Apply to your skin before going out into the sun, and reapply every hour during your time outdoors.  Don’t forget to reapply after a swim.

Care should always be taken when sunbathing to avoid a sunburn.  If you burn easily, know your threshold for time in the sun before burning.

Olive oil has one of the highest ratings for ultraviolet radiation absorption, but is not a sunblock.  The zinc oxide is added to provide further sunblock.

It’s also a good idea to wear sunglasses, a hat, and avoid direct sunlight during the middle of the day.  This is from about 10 am to 3 pm.

Remember that citrus oils such as lemon, wild orange, lime, or bergamot may increase photo-sensitivity.  Therefore, don’t apply these oils to the skin at least 24 hours before going out into the sun.

Happy Oiling!

Enjoy from Dr. Michele 

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Disclaimer:  This information has not been evaluated by the FDA.  The products and methods recommended are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent illness or disease.  Please consult with a licensed health professional to address specific health concerns you might have.

References

Kaur, Chanchal Deep, and Swarnlata Saraf. “In Vitro Sun Protection Factor Determination of Herbal Oils Used in Cosmetics.” Pharmacognosy Research 2.1 (2010): 22–25. PMC. Web. 10 June 2017.  Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3140123/ 

Korać, Radava R., and Kapil M. Khambholja. “Potential of Herbs in Skin Protection from Ultraviolet Radiation.” Pharmacognosy Reviews 5.10 (2011): 164–173. PMC. Web. 10 June 2017.  Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3263051/

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Four Ways Frankincense Soothes The Soul 

By michele | Published June 9, 2017

Four ways Frankincense soothes the soul in Chinese Medicine is by serving the Heart-Fire energy to experience love and joy, the Kidney-Water energy to face fears, feel safe, and trust others, and Liver-Wood energy to  lift the spirit, find purpose, clarity, and to move stuck energy that creates the feeling of depression.

Frankincense brings unity to your desires, dreams, and intentions rather than incoherent separate ideas.  This resin protects our vital energies and our core selves to soothe our soul.
Frankincense is often referred to as, “The holy oil”, by promoting a spiritual connection to the divine.   A drop or two on the bottom of the feet and the back of the neck can help calm hyperactivity, nervousness, and irritability while enhancing focus and concentration.

There are four known ways that frankincense soothes the soul, which benefits the Kidney-Water, Liver-Wood, and Heart-Fire energies of Chinese Medicine.   continue reading »

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IBS: Relief with Traditional Chinese Medicine

By admin | Published June 5, 2017

Acupuncture for IBSIrritable Bowel Syndrome, otherwise known as “spastic colon,” is a common disorder that affects the colon and causes many disruptive symptoms. Many of these symptoms can be managed with a simple change in diet and lifestyle. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture may be able to help. continue reading »

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Black Pepper Essential Oil Spotlight

By michele | Published May 29, 2017

All About Black Pepper Essential Oil

It is more than a flavoring used in cooking!

Properties:

Use sparingly, and with care when applying topically or in a bath as it may cause skin irritation for those with sensitive skin.

Dilute 1:2 FCO.

The fragrance of black pepper is spicy, peppery, musky, green, and warm.

From the Piperaceae family, its botanical name is Piper nigrum.

Benefits for the Soul

Black Pepper is the lasso of truth and honesty.  When you need to speak your mind, from your heart place a drop over your heart center. It is a perfect flavoring to add to enliven a dish, as a drop may help your guest give his honest opinion you were looking for!  Its very warming nature make it perfect for soothing cold joints, and calming digestive issues.  To drive away a tobacco addiction try a drop under the tongue or diffuse the aroma.

It Blends well with Juniper Berry, Cedarwood

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Quick Tips to Keep You Stress Free

By michele | Published May 27, 2017

Quick Tips On How You Can Release Stress And Feel Your Best:

  • Go for a brisk walk, be sure to exercise regularly at least 3-5 times per week.  As a plus, you can rub peppermint essential oil onto your temples, or rub into sore muscles before or after exercise.
  • Get Adequate fresh air and sunshine, at least 15-20 minutes per day.  Just for your information extra virgin coconut oil has natural SPF properties of 10, and lavender is a wonderful oil to blend with it for added soothing sensation to the skin.  Not mention lavender naturally helps ease feelings of tension.
  • Take time each day for meditation at least 5-10 minutes.  Try yoga, or Tai-Chi.  Great essential oils to diffuse in the air or rub onto your temples and third eye (center between eyebrows) is arborvitae and frankincense.
  • Start each day with gratitude and positive affirmations.  Lemon essential oil may help stop the negative self-talk.  Lemon oil is uplifting to the mind, and when applied on the base of the skull gives a sense of courage and hope.
  • Use a daily planner to stay organized and on track.  This helps minimize overload, and feeling overwhelmed.  Many people are turning back to a written planner that allows you to plan both personal and work priorities.  Examples of planners are The Law of Attraction Planner or Passion Planner.  You might like to try peppermint, lemon, or melaleuca essential oils rubbed over the middle to outer edge of your right foot, and on the base of your skull, and temples.
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet.  Rub diluted oregano and melaleuca oil on the bottoms of your feet for a cleansing feeling, and ginger and peppermint oil over your tummy to support digestion.
  • Acupuncture and cupping can help to keep your Qi-energy balanced, improve circulation, balance hormones, and reduce stressful feelings.  Treatments are designed to build upon the next with a cumulative effect.  Each treatment is created with you in mind to help you move from where you are right now to where you’d like to be.
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