Electrolytes are minerals in your body that carry an electric charge. These minerals are essential for various bodily functions, such as regulating your heartbeat, allowing muscles to contract, and optimizing fluid balance. Common electrolytes include sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Imbalances in electrolyte levels can lead to symptoms like muscle cramps, fatigue, or irregular heartbeats.

Thirst is a basic human sensation that signals the body's need for hydration. When you feel thirsty, it's your body's way of telling you that you need to replenish the fluids lost through activities like sweating, breathing, and digestion. Ignoring thirst can lead to dehydration, which can cause symptoms like dry mouth, fatigue, and dizziness.

The picture of health captures a moment of vitality and well-being. It shows a person with a radiant smile, clear skin, bright eyes, and a posture exuding strength and confidence. The individual in the picture is engaged in physical activities, such as running, yoga, or enjoying a nutritious meal. The surroundings reflect a sense of balance and harmony, whether it's a serene natural setting or a tidy, organized space. Overall, a picture of health evokes a feeling of energy, mindfulness, and overall wellness. Let’s talk about how to capture that picture of health.

As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome a fresh start in the new year, it's time to explore the wonders of ginger essential oil. This aromatic and versatile oil derived from the Zingiber officinale plant has been cherished for centuries for its numerous health benefits and unique flavor profile. Let's delve into the magnificent world of ginger essential oil and discover why it deserves a place in your everyday routine.

Using DIY home cleaning products made with essential oils offers several advantages that make it a popular choice among many households. As an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to store-bought cleaners, these homemade solutions provide numerous benefits for both our homes and the broader environment. Here are a few reasons why it is beneficial to incorporate essential oils into your DIY cleaning routine:

Cleaning can often be overwhelming, especially when faced with stubborn stains or cluttered spaces. In today's fast-paced world, time is a valuable commodity. Efficient cleaning methods can help individuals save valuable time that can be spent on activities they truly enjoy. Using doTERRA On Guard® products can help individuals avoid costly mistakes or the need to purchase unnecessary items.

Mmmmmm…I love the scent of spice. In this blog I would like to tell you about one of my favorite essential oils to use in a diffuser to bring the warmth of spice to your home or office environment. It’s Harvest Spice.

People jog for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they want to improve their cardiovascular health or jog as part of a weight management program. Jogging certainly strengthens muscles and improves their tone while enhancing lung capacity.

Beautiful skin. It’s a sign of a healthy lifestyle. and well-being. Summer can be especially challenging to keep that healthy skin look. Essential oils to the rescue. People choose to use essential oils for skincare for several reasons:

For today’s journal entry, I’d like to share my love of Rosemary Essential Oil. Rosemary is an incredibly versatile essential oil with a wide range of benefits for both the mind and body. Extracted from the aromatic herb, rosemary, this oil has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and aromatherapy.

Do you love the feel of the sun on your face? I sure do, especially if the clouds have been around for a few days. There’s just nothing like closing your eyes and raising your face to catch some magnificent sun rays. There seems to be good reason for why we enjoy the sun beyond those feelings of absolute bliss with being outside on a sunny day.

Mosquitoes can be a nuisance when planting and enjoying those beautiful perennials on lovely, warm May days. All that swatting! Mosquitoes also can carry diseases, so let’s name them harmful. doTERRA to the rescue!

Geraniums also have a number of medicinal uses. The essential oil extracted from the leaves and flowers of some species of geranium is used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and relieve stress. Geranium oil is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory infections, digestive problems, and skin conditions.

Ginger essential oil is extracted from ginger rhizome (root section) after a distillation process. It is concentrated, so a little goes a long, long way and should be mixed with a fractionated coconut oil for use on your skin.

We all know kids are amazing! We love their energy, curiosity, and playfulness. I, like you, would do anything for my kids. They are my life. And we know that our young children are dealing with a lot today.

Peppermint - so much wonderful in one plant! Did you know that use of peppermint as a herbal remedy goes all the way back to the the times of Ancient Egypt, around 1550 BC, as a calming agent for stomach pains! Peppermint was also used as a form of currency - so highly valued.

Lavender aromatherapy has been shown to alleviate the severity of migraine headaches and reduced levels of anxiety and depression. While diffusing is a perfect way to take in the benefits of inhaling the fragrance of lavender, just holding a bottle of lavender to your nose and inhaling also reaps benefits.

Yarrow has been part of herbal medicine since ancient times. Its uses include fever reduction, as a treatment for rashes, and as a way to cure stomach disorders. It also has been used across cultures and throughout time to stop infection and bleeding when applied to wounds.

Do you love the woodsy, almost spicy aroma of Frankincense as part of your holiday times? Perhaps you diffuse it on other days as well to bering a sense of calm to your day. In this journal entry I’d like to share the history, benefits, and uses of my favorite essential oils - Frankincense.

I love cooking. Adding a sprinkle of this and a dash of that to what’s simmering on my stove or in my oven brings a smile to my day. Of course that means herbs. Those who are fortunate to have year round mild weather might grow herbs in pots around their house. Others may grow them inside. There simply is nothing like fresh herbs to make a recipe pop with flavor - a dash of love,