Asian Ginseng has been used throughout centuries in the eastern hemisphere. They are in the genus of Panax (pancakos (grk): cure-all). It was used for medicinal tonic to boost immunity, build strength and improve overall heath. The results was shown to strengthen the nervous system for sufferers from injury disease, prolonged emotional stress, physical exertion, and fatigue. The outcomes were improvements in thinking, learning, concentration, and memory.
American Ginseng has been show to help control diabetes, reduce cholesterol, promote mental clarity, and protects against certain types of cancer. In the modern medicine, they are called adaptogen. Today they are rarely found in the wild, but most of the ginseng are cultivated. Before taking ginseng, one should consult with their physician to see whether or not it will interfere with their medication. One should check the labels of any product carefully to see how much Pans ginseng is included in the formulation: Extract: standard of containing 4~7% of ginsenosides are are dosed 100-200 mg daily. Tincture: 1~2 ml., up to 3 times a day Tea: simmer 3~6 teaspoons of root for 45 minutes; then strain, cool, and drink, 1~3 times a day. Capsules: 500~1000 mg dried powdered root, have 1/2 a day. Caution: Blood pressure needs to be monitored. For diabetics, blood sugar can be lowered, proceed with caution. Asian ginseng can cause insomnia or anxiety. There’s been some reports of mild upset stomach and headache. It is not advised to take Asian ginseng for three (3) months in a row. There has been some research showing negative hormone-like side effects with prolonged usage. Please keep in mind the following information has not been highly conclusive yet. If you have high blood pressure and / or diabetes you should consult your doctor before taking Asian Ginseng. And it is not recommended for infants, children, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Source: National Geophgraphic: Nature’s Best Remedies - The World of Health and Healing All Around You https://nccih.nih.gov/health/asianginseng/ataglance.htm
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The human body is composed of mostly water, about 50~60% of our body, to be exact. Therefore, it is an essential source for our health. Additionally, water is vital to maintain our body's proper function. Then beckons the question: does water temperature of water we drink make a difference? And what does temperature have to do with our health? Most people will opt to drink cold water on hot humid days to feel refreshed. What people don’t realize is that as much as cold water makes us feel refreshed when we drink it, but it in turn hurts the body. Where warm water bring many benefits to our body. Cold water is refreshing when one is chugging it down on a hot summer day, however, once the water enters the body it actually decreases the energy level. Cold water runs anywhere between 47~70 degrees Fahrenheit. The human body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, so our body will need to use extra energy to warm up the cold water. And of course, it is a known fact that cold shrinks and hot expands. With cold water in your body, the blood vessels will shrink. As a result, one of the negative impacts it brings is hindering one’s digestive abilities and trigger abdominal pain, constipation, and upset stomach. The cold temperature of the water also boosts production of mucus in your body and this causes weakening of the immune system. These conditions can lead to medical conditions of a runny nose and serious illnesses. On a positive note, cold water will help lower heart rate by stimulating the vagus nerve that is a vital component of the autonomous nervous system. By stimulating the vagus nerve it will lower one’s heart rate. Warm water usually taken at somewhere between 80~106 degrees Fahrenheit. While this is not the preferable choice, but it will provide many benefits. A glass of warm water first thing in the morning helps to flush out toxins that can contribute to several illnesses. With a slice of lemon in the water, the vitamin C helps to revive the cells while eliminating toxins. This also assists in preventing premature aging. All the same time, warm water helps with blood circulation as it helps blood to flow freely. With an improved blood circulation, it lowers the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. With improved blood circulation, it assists with easing pain for menstrual cycle and headaches. Also can help relieve muscles that are cramped to relax. Generally speaking, warmth eases stress. So when we are under stress, some people take a hot bath or shower to relax. In the same way, drinking water can make stress disappear by improving nervous system function. In addition, dehydration also cause cortisol (stress hormone) level to increase. Therefore, drinking warm water is killing two birds with one stone by helping to release stress and keeping the body hydrated to keep cortisol at a lower level and more controlled. Speaking of hydration, warm water also helps to prevent constipation. Our small intestines needs water to perform its functions of digestion by breaking down our food. When water intake is not suffice, the small intestine has no choice but to extract water from food. Consequently, it will cause dehydration and making it difficult to have a bowel movement. Drinking water is a key thing to stay healthy. Be conscience of the temperature of the water you decide to drink. Listen to what your body is telling you. Cheers! Source: https://positivemed.com/2018/10/08/warm-or-cold-water-make-your-choice-and-see-what-happens-to-your-body/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/359266 https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-lower-heart-rate https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319673.php Vitamin D, an essential vitamin for the human body is often deficient for many. But this doesn’t just stem from not getting enough sun/ supplements, if you have a low level of magnesium you may not be able to absorb vitamin D your body is given/ exposed to. Sufficient magnesium level allows vital nutrient that works synergistically with vitamin D, while also essential for absorption and metabolism not only for vitamin D but calcium as well. Magnesium converts vitamin D into its active form so that it can help with calcium absorption. This thing that we call vitamin D is actually a steroid hormone our bodies produce when we have enough sunshine. It is produced as a response to sun exposure. While it can also be consumed in food for supplement. It is not something the body can create on it’s own. Vitamin D plays important roles in our body:
Vitamin D deficiency is widespread in the US today. The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that 50% of children ages between one and five, and 70% of those between ages six and eleven, have insufficient vitamin D levels. Teenagers and adults fare worse. Research from 2009 fare that around three-quarters are deficient. It is estimated that sensible sun exposure to the bare skin for 5-10 minutes 2-3 times per week would be suffice for people to produce vitamin D. However, vitamin D breaks down quite quickly, meaning storage can run low especially in the winter. Those at risks for Vitamin D deficiency:
Conclusively, vitamin D (an essential steroid hormone for our body) cannot be metabolized without sufficient magnesium levels. Meaning that it remains stored and inactive for as many as 50% of Americans. Such matters can be remedied through getting some magnesium oil and rubbing it on your skin. As they get absorbed much better that way. sources: https://www.organicfacts.net/vitamin-d-magnesium http://www.naturallivingideas.com/?s=vitamin+d http://www.naturallivingideas.com/9-warning-signs-you-are-vitamin-d-deficient-how-to-fix-it/ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/161618.php https://www.news-medical.net/news/20110615/Magnesium-essential-for-absorption-and-metabolism-of-vitamin-D-and-calcium.aspx https://www.news-medical.net/news/20180226/Vitamin-D-cannot-be-metabolized-without-sufficient-magnesium-levels-review-finds.aspx Technology and our growing use of electronics has led us to increase exposure of artificial light during the hours of darkness. This is a serious and often ignored health risk. Light carries many wavelengths and believed to be particularly disruptive to both sleep disorders and metabolic disorders. Blue light wavelengths found in both natural and artificial light effects us in very different ways. Under the sun light, they provide us with the benefit to boost our mood, increase our attention, and improve our reaction time. With the red wavelengths from the sun, blue is balanced to reset our internal clock. Then the artificial energy-efficient light we are exposed to leaves us to more blue light than needed. Therefore, with the increased attention and energy at a time when we should be winding down and preparing for a restorative night of sleep, our internal body clock becomes confused as a result of continued use of computer, smartphone screens, energy-saving light bulbs, grocery store and street lamps.. Reduction of blue light is necessary to keep our health. The use of blue light blocking glasses is a way to counteract this continued exposure to blue light. Here are some reasons that it is recommended: 1.Regulate Melatonin Production Melatonin is a natural hormone our body produces in the vital role of controlling the body’s circadian rhythm. Production of melatonin starts at sunset and remains high for 12 hours throughout the night. On the contrary, the exposure to daylight will cause the hormone production level to fall where it will prep your body for a new day. 2.Enjoy Better Sleep Melatonin will naturally set one’s body for a better night’s sleep. In a small group study: one group of adults were given the blue-blocking glasses vs one group of adults were given the UV light blocking glasses. The result was those who had the blue-blocking pair enjoyed significant improvement in sleep quality and mood. Note: even a small amount of light can cause problem. 3.Control Cortisol Release The stress hormone, cortisol (controlling blood sugar and blood pressure) is usually released in the morning with levels falling throughout the day and night. Some study suggests the increased production of cortisol due to exposure to light during the middle of the night. 4.Reduce the Risk of Serious Illness Since blue light exposure effects our night sleep, therefore our body’s internal clock and the release of our hormones. It is of no surprise that this can lead us to some serious health conditions such as: ~cancer ~depression ~diabetes ~heart disease ~obesity Altered internal clock can increase blood sugar and reduce a hormone called leptin which regulates the feeling of fullness after eating. Additionally, it is thought that lower melatonin levels are linked with cancer. 5.Protect Your Eyes Blue-blocking eye glasses prevents damage done to the eyes by protecting a fatty acid called DHA in the retina. Healthy DHA levels ensures proper retinal function, the damage from bright light exposure, and the oxidative stress found in those with eye diseases. 6.Manage Shift Work Patterns The circadian rhythms of night shift workers are disrupted in melatonin production. Consequently are at a higher level of risk for cancer, heart disease, digestive problems, and obesity. For them, wearing a blue blocking glasses will help regulate their melatonin production as well as their internal body clock. 7.Treat Mania in Bipolar Disorder Bipolar, a popular mental health condition, characterized by extremes in mood ranging from emotional highs (mania/ hypomania) to depression. A small study showed improvements in bipolar disorder individuals' sleep with a reduction of symptoms of mania for those who wore blue blocking glasses for just three days. The change was quickly noted since drug treatments typically take longer to take effect. Blue blocking glasses are highly recommended for those who are shift workers, those who have difficulty sleeping, and those who have metabolic disorders or mental health issues. Blue blocking glasses are also known as ambler glasses. While they are great for filtering out blue light, they also block out other colors at the same time. Therefore, this is not recommended for indoors. If reading the computer or smartphone screen, it is recommended to wear them for 90 minutes before bed. Of course, feel free to put them on once darkness falls. Source: https://www.naturallivingideas.com/blue-light-blocking-glasses/ https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-topics/melatonin-and-sleep https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/blue-light-has-a-dark-side https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20030543 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2905913/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bdi.12390 An oil that is not as commonly known but extremely beneficial is grapeseed oil. Grapeseed oil is known for both cosmetic and culinary applications. From a culinary level, it is important that when you are purchasing it to use as a food that you check to make sure it’s marked: This is culinary grapeseed oil. They are high in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs - mostly omega-6 fatty acids) and have a very high smoking point, so it’s great for frying without overpowering other flavors. The other use is for cosmetics, in which it is used as a common ingredient for sunscreen, moisturizers and other products. Grapeseed oil is believed to assist in skin repair while offering antiseptic with mild astringent properties. Wine grapes are one of the most popular fruits in the world, and their seeds are the healthiest part of the grape. Also something left behind after making wine — grape seeds. They contain antioxidants, oligomeric proanthrocyanidin complexes (OPCs contain potent antioxidant activity that help battle free radicals), and high level of compound procyanidin dimers. Procyanidin dimers are thought to be an agent that helps to prevent and treat cancer by acting as aromatase inhibitors. Grapeseed oil has other health benefits including… Preventing high blood pressure since it has powerful antioxidants including flavonoids, phenolic procyanidins and linoleum acids. Study shows it helps to improve blood pressure to those who are diagnosed with prehypertension. While another study done on rats showed improved blood pressure in those with hypertension. Strengthening the immune system through it's high level of vitamin E (1tbspn = 3.9 mg = a daily dose recommended for adults). Vitamin E is an important antioxidant that stimulates production of natural killer cells that seeks out and destroys cancer cells and germs. The production of B-cells are antibodies produced by the immune cells which eradicate bacteria, are enhanced by vitamin E. Delaying the onset of Alzheimer’s disease has been shown to help delay the development of Alzheimer’s disease in rats. According to a study done in Australia grapeseed oil show promising delay in Alzheimer’s by reducing inflammation and prevent accumulation of compounds known to form brain plaque linked to Alzheimer’s. Cancer prevention has been shown it may help prevent development of skin cancer with proanthocyanidains, which may also reduce the severity of skin cancer. Furthermore, research show they may even be able to slow the growth of cancer cells in patients with cancer. It seems that grapeseed oil can be useful to attenuate the adverse of UV-induced health effects in human skin. (Molecular Nutrition & Food Research) Another research from Journal Cancer Letters on colorectal cancer experiments using cultured cancer cells noted increased benefits with the higher states of cancer. There are other researches going on in regards to various other types of cancer. Speeds wound healing was found by a study published in the journal of Free Radial Biology and Medicine. Evidence supports topical application of GSPE represents a feasible and productive approach to support skin wound healing by helping the body make more of the compound used to regenerated damage blood vessels and increases the amount of free radicals at the wound site. Reduce swelling for post surgical procedures on the injury. The study demonstrated improvement of chronic venous insufficiency (causes swelling when blood pools in the leg). Less edema has been shown in a study with those who took grapeseed extract. Improve Cholesterol by lowering your overall cholesterol from the compound of proanthocyanidin, including LDL and low-density lipoprotein. Beauty Benefits of Grapeseed Oil: Beautiful hair when applied to hair because of the lightweight of the oil it helps to moisturize and condition dry hair. Grapeseed will help your hair feeling soft and smooth for all types of hair: preventing frizz, split ends, and brittle hair. It is used as an ingredient in many hair care products. Grapeseed oil benefits derive from its contents of vitamin E content, proteins, minerals and linoleum acid. It’s benefits extends to address hair loss, dandruff and weakened hair. And the bonus: it has no scent! Better skin from using grapeseed oil comes from the emollient properties. Consequently, it’s another popular ingredient used for cosmetics: creams, lotions, and lip balms. Grapeseed oil has become a popular use for skin care due to the benefits of delaying skin aging from minimizing damage caused by free radicals, protects against sun damage, astringent properties that tightens the skin, linoleum acid helps to nourish and sooth while repairing the skin with acne, eczema and dermatitis, and vitamin E keeps the skin smooth and firm. Age spots, sunburn relief, diminish wrinkles and stretch marks are additional benefactors. An essential component of grapeseed oil is it contains oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) that helps to restore collagen from a. Cellular level and helps to eradicate free radicals. Keep in mind that results and improvements will vary from person to person, some faster than others. Depending on what you are looking for, and the state of your condition, it may be faster or longer. The sooner we state, but earlier you will reap in your benefits. Personally, I have been using this for my face for a couple of months now and it has been great results and my dry patches of my face is not nearly as noticeable. The make up, caused but he powder is very drying to the skin. My goal is to bring my skin back to a state that I don’t need to wear makeup at all, not even foundation. Source: https://www.naturallivingideas.com/grapeseed-oil/ https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/benefits-of-grapeseed-oil#1 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26568249 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25862540 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19384583 http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0891584902009991 The middle section tends to increase in size with the increase of our age. Then there are many other occasions people have no idea why their mid section just feels bloated and increasing in size. Here, we will discuss some of the causes for a big bloated gut. 1.Gut Bacterial Balance - One of the key difference between people who are obese and people who are lean is the type of bacteria in their stomach and intestines. Obese people have more bad bacteria in their gut. And lean people have more good bacteria in their gut. Bad bacterias tend to cause more bloat or even increase in size. Note: Antibiotics kill good bacteria and probiotics found in yogurt and sauerkraut restores the good bacteria. 2.Parasites - Parasites in the intestines will produce bloating, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Generally, they are entered through drinking impure water and eating poorly washed produce (like sushi/ leftovers). The way to see if that is the case is through stool test. There are a few options to kill the parasites, one of them includes consuming ginger and trying to herbal detox colon cleanses. 3.Low Carbohydrate Diet - Cortisol is a stress hormone and it increases with a low-carbohydrate diet; usually causing a belly bulge. Additionally, low carbohydrate diet can cause constipation. Fiber rich foods are absent in low-carbohydrate diets and necessary for regularity and elimination of belly fat. One of the remedies for constipation is through consuming fiber and water, both help the body to adapt and eliminate abdominal discomfort. 4.Alcohol - Alcohol contains yeast. The function of yeast is to make dough rise by feeding off its refined sugars and releasing carbon dioxide gas. Therefore, the yeast in alcoholic beverages feeds off sugar then releases gas, multiplies and expands the belly. 5.Air Bubbles/ Trapped Wind - There are habits that lead us to having gas in our systems, such as: eating quickly, drinking through a straw / carbonated drinks, and chewing gum. All of these habits bring us to ingest air bubbles into our body. Without releasing the air bubbles through belching, hiccups, or passing gas they become trapped thus leading to bloat. Studies show, in order to prevent air bubbles, best to eat for 20 minutes. 6.Inactivity - The normal healthy human needs to have bowel movements and very necessary to excrete waste from our body. One of the ways to maintain healthy bowel movements we need to be active in order to stimulate the bowel contents and build plus maintain muscle that burns fat. Low-intensity exercise lowers cortisol levels resulting in a flatter tummy - such as walking or stretching/ yoga. 7.Stress - The stress hormone, Cortisol, is produced by the adrenal glands in response to emotional, mental, and physical stress. During stressful times, this hormone is deposited in the fat cells of the stomach. Meditation, journaling, crafts and other therapeutic activities help to relieve stress. 8.Post-Pregnancy - When mothers deliver a baby they are prone to belly bulge due to decrease in the elasticity of abdominal skin post-pregnancy. The over production of estrogen hormone during pregnancy increases fat accumulation in the stomach that may not completely disappear after delivery. 9.Age - The sad truth is after the age of 30, our metabolism starts to slow down. Therefore, fat starts collecting around the waist. The only way to remedy that is eating less and move around more. 10.Hormones/ Monthly Cycle - The general female abdominal region increases in fluid caused by hormonal released in the abdomen a week before a woman’s menstruation. When there is no pregnancy that occurs, excess fluid is released through urine. By then belly becomes flatter. 11.Eating Pattern - The size of the belly has a connection with the frequency of meals per day. Those who space their meals three hours apart have a greater than 17% reduction of the cortisol belly fat-triggering hormone. The last meal should be three hours before bedtime. This gives the digestive system a rest from breaking down foods while having ore energy for detoxing/ eliminating. 12.Lack of Sleep - When the human body doesn’t get enough sleep, the hormone that suppresses the appetite gets modified. As a result, excessive cravings and overeating. Some of these are easier fixes then others. However, we are creatures of habit. And they say, habits are created in 21 days. It’s not a short duration, but it’s not long either. If these small things can help us with improvement of our daily lives improve, I am going to give it a try! Sources: https://positivemed.com/2018/10/12/sudden-bloating/ Himalayan Pink Salt Lamps (HPS) Lamps are an environmental friendly and health beneficial item that is one of the smartest purchases people make. HPS functions as an air purifier by turning positive ions to negative ions. All matters are made up of molecules which are made up of atoms. Atoms compose of three types of particles: protons (positive charge), neutrons (negative charge), and electrons (no charge). Electrons flies off occasionally, when that happens it leaves behind a positively charged ion. Some lose electrons earlier than others. And they want to fill the void that is left off by another. As mentioned earlier, the Himalayan Pink Salt Lamp utilizes a light bulb or candle in the salt to produce heat, and it absorbs moisture and any attached airborne particulate then evaporating pure water pack out into the surrounding environment. The same water than evaporates back into the air and trapped particles of dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, and other contaminants from the air. Salt Lamp has an incredible power to remove dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, and other contaminants from the air. This is done by the process of hygroscopy responsible for one of the most common problems inherent to genuine Himalayan Pink Salt Lamps - sweating. (Which means they attract water molecules from their surrounding environment, then those molecules are absorbed, along with any foreign particles they may be carrying, into the salt crystals) By token of this process, it helps to reduce allergies and asthma symptoms through the removal of microscopic particles of dust, pet dander, mold, mildew and the like from the surrounding air. Therefore, placing a lamp or two in the rooms where you spend the most of your time can seriously cut back allergy symptoms; even asthmatic sufferers should notice a big difference after a week or two. (There are HSP inhalers for asthmatics.) The heat of the lamp begins its hygroscopic cycling of airborne particles, at the same time it changes the charge of the molecules which are released. Most homes are filled with positively ions which aren’t specifically beneficial for a person’s health. And positive ions are created by a number things, primarily electronics. When taking in lots of positive ions in the air it causes the cilia that lines the trachea, to become sluggish. The more sluggish the cilia becomes the less effective it becomes of keeping out contaminants from our lungs. The heat from the lamp releases the cleansed water vapor and negative ions back into the air. This means that it helps your body filter air more efficiently so foreign particles you do happen to breathe won’t make it into your lungs. Negative ions energizes our body as they counteract the positive ions filled in the air. Activities that gives helps us re-energize our bodies from positive ions include: showering first thing in the morning, driving through the country side with the windows down, or spending time at the beach or camping in the mountains. We work in an age of technology, where we are surrounded by and carry electronic devices with us all the time. Electronic devices emit electromagnetic (EM) radiation. The long term effects of EM exposure can be serious: including rising stress level, chronic fatigue, and decrease body’s immune response. EM flows from television, computer, cell phone, tablet, appliances, stereo, etc.). They emit negative ions into the air, and the HPS lamp will hen neutralize the EM. The over filled positive ions in the air also reduces the blood and oxygen supply to the brain that leads to irregular sleep patters. With HPS lamp, it is a natural negative ion generators, which will help reverse this problem. If darkness is what’s needed to sleep, then keeping it on all day and turning it off at night will still enable you to weep the benefits from the lamp. Himalayan Pink Salt (HPS) lamp is a natural enhancer to your mood and to help you relax and unwind at the end of the day. The benefits of the lamp results from the negative ions that it generates. Negative ions are also good for reducing the static electricity in the air. These negative ions impacts your body by improving blood concentration, blood and oxygen supply to the brain and other organs, as well we providing a boost of serotonin — the neurotransmitter that makes us feel happy! Lastly, the soft natural glow of light is close enough to warm glow of sunshine that can even be used to relieve the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (when the days get shorter - fighting back the lethargy by surrounding yourself with a few HPS lamp would be helpful). They are also environmentally friendly. Now, there is a strategy to choosing a Himalayan Pink Salt lamp that will bring these benefits - the HPS lamp size will determine the coverage of the room. Rule of thumb is 1 pound of the lamp will cover an area of 4’ x 4’. This means small lamps ranging 5~8 pounds are good for average bedroom, while larger lamps of 11~15 pounds are better for spaces like the living room or den. For those who reside in humid climate areas should be aware that HPS lamps tend to weep when the salt becomes too cool. A protection of the surface is necessary underneath and to be sure to follow the instructions and care. Generally, avoid getting wet. Personally, I love the soft aura of the lamp. It’s nice pinkish tone gives the room a nice feel. Sources: http://www.naturallivingideas.com/himalayan-pink-salt-lamp-benefits/?utm_source=browser&utm_medium=push_notification&utm_campaign=PushCrew_notification_1523049120&_p_c=1 http://www.naturallivingideas.com/himalayan-salt-lamp-fake/?utm_source=browser&utm_medium=push_notification&utm_campaign=PushCrew_notification_1523534067&_p_c=1 Lavender oil is commonly known for relaxation. Traditionally it is known to have a variety of therapeutic and curative properties, ranging from relaxation to treating parasitic infections, burns, insect bites, and spasm. The benefits of this oil from this purple flowering plant is quite immense. For many centuries, the uses for this oil includes cleansing, perfume for mummification process for Egyptians, purifying for baths, and healing properties. In present day, lavender oil has become a popular ingredient for skin and body products. Even used for insomnia, depression, relieve headaches, nausea and more. While lavender oil is natural and organic made from plants, please do take precaution for those allergic to flowers or pollen. There are people who may get an allergic reaction from skin application, and it will usually appear in a form of a rash. I recommend people try a skin test before using the oil on the skin or mixing it with any other carrier oils (almond, olive, coconut, etc.). Now, here are the benefits of applying lavender oil to your skin and hair: (1) Immdediate Calming Effect Rub it on your palms and inhale it drawing the scent through your nose and up into amygdala gland (emotional warehouse) to calm your mind. Studies have shown that the scent of lavender oil produces an increase alpha waves in the brain for relaxation. Therefore involving inhalation of the essential oil that has shown it can reduce both stress and anxiety. Additionally, rub a couple of drops onto your writs temples or feet to calm your body. This oil is also great for baths. (2) Skin Detox Pollutions in our environment continues to increase on a daily basis. Toxins in our environments cause skin to show signs of aging and can cause immediate effects of inflammation and rough appearance. Lavender oil consists of potent antioxidants to help prevent and counteract the negative effects of pollutants exposure. Therefore, it can assist to fight these common culprits. One thing that is great to do is to draw a bath and put some lavender oil and epsom salt into the water. This recipe of bath will help draw out toxins while lowering stress-related hormones to balance pH level and soothing your skin. Recipe: Hand full of epsom salt 12 drops of lavender oil Instructions: Put under running water as you fill the warm bath. Soak for 20 minutes ideally once each week. (3) Treat Acne Many feel that oil is too much to put on the skin, as they feel that it’s heavy or that it would clog the pores. However, lavender oil, like some other plant oils, won’t clog the pores but instead it has natural antibacterial, antiseptic, also helps to keep hormones balanced. These properties offers an ideal solution for the skin. Other products sold at stores may contain chemicals that is harsh to the skin, or prescription drugs can lead to other irritations. (4) Relieve Pain Another benefactor of this oil is when we get sore muscles, this is great to relieve sore muscles. Lavender oil contains analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It can also assist with relief of joint pain, back aches, and rheumatism. One study showed that it can reduce a person’t back pain by as much as 39%. Simply massage the oil into the affected area. If you have sensitive skin then add some coconut oil and then rub it in. (5) Heal a Burn or a Cut Lavender oil hold antimicrobial properties that helps prevent infections and combat bacterial and fungal disorders. Should one suffer a cut, burn, scrape or other skin wounds, lavender oil would be a solution to put on the wound. It is also helpful to combine lavender oil with other oils like tea tree, cinnamon or clove oil. Discoveries of a 1:1 ratio was the most effective in battling two common causes of bacterial and fungal infections, Staph aureus and Candida albicans; both lead to skin fungus and respiratory pneumonia. (6) Improve Blood Circulation Blood circulation is essential for our overall health. Improving blood circulation will benefit the heart, muscles, organs, arteries, and improving oxygen0rich blood to all extremities. Apply two drops of lavender oil on the following areas of your body: feet, wrists, temples and wherever else you’d like. Then proceed to lie down with your legs elevated on a chair or against the wall. This will help circulation and also will relax you. (7) Alleviating respiratory Disorder Symptoms Lavender oil has the stimulating properties to loosen up phlegm and relieve congestion associated with those conditions. Thereby applying oil to your chest, neck or back, will assist in relieving symptoms of respiratory problems, including sinus congestion, bronchitis, a cold, the flu, cough asthma, and allergies. Breathing in the vapor of the oil also provides antibacterial qualities, that will help battle a respiratory infection which will assist a speedy recovery. (8) Repel Insects Although the scent of lavender is generally enjoyed by many, but the essential oil has been found to offend many types of insects including moths, mosquitoes, and midges. Thereby making lavender oil a fantastic bug repellent. Rub some on you when you go outdoors and it can help you prevent getting bit. Or if you are bitten as a result of not having put it on, the use of the oil can reduce irritation, pain and swelling. A result of the anti-inflammatory properties. (9) Healthy scalp - relieve dry, itchy scalp and dandruff Our scalp, the skin for our head (under the hair) is an essential part and often neglected due to the hair. Climate and products causes our scalp to have dry, itchy and dandruff producing conditions. Lavender oil contains strong antiseptic and antimicrobial actions that makes it a excellent for controlling the problem. Recipe: 15 drops of lavender essential oil 2 tablesppokes of almond/ olive oil Instructions: Heat in microwave for about 10 seconds Massage your scalp with mixture Put on a shower cap for an hour Shower and wash as normal (10) Treat Hair Loss Lavender oil is also proven it’s quite effective for treating hair loss in circumstances from sufferers of alopecia (an autoimmune disease where the body rejects its own hair follicles). Study showed a 40% of patients saw an increase in hair growth when they rub lavender oil into their scalp. Sources: https://www.naturallivingideas.com/lavender-oil-for-skin-hair/ https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2013/681304/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15130569 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4880962/ |
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