Ancient cultures believed lavender purified the mind and body. It was used as a bath additive in ancient Persia, Rome, and Greece. Today you might find a complementary bottle of lavender essential oil on the pillow of your hotel room after a weary day of travel.

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,

I am so excited to share my favorite GO TO essential oil when I’m having one of those aches and pains days: DDR Prime. It is a proprietary blend of essential oils that can be added to citrus drinks and tea or just applied directly to that painful spot (mixed with a carrier oil for those with sensitive skin) . Let’s look at some of the essential oils used in the DDR Prime blend to see why it works so well to ease soothe those aching joints and muscles.

Today we head to the spice section of the grocery or health food store to find that just right spice to “spice up” a favorite dish in the making. There are over 100 spices used throughout the world. Imagine that! But what else do spices do beyond making foods taste oh so delicious. Well, for one, some spices are concentrated sources of antioxidants. These wonderful substances protect our cells from damage. But, what else do spices do?

Feeling amazing comes with a sense of control over your life. doTERRA essential oils help make that happen. By using them you know you are doing all you can to bring wellness and cleanliness to every day, help support your body’s immune capabilities, and bolster your body’s defenses against illness.