Multiple Sclerosis, or MS as it is often called and also known as disseminated sclerosis or encephalomyelitis disseminata, is an inflammatory disease in which the fatty myelin sheaths around the axons of the brain and spinal cord are damaged, leading to demyelination and scarring as well as a broad spectrum of signs and symptoms in the central nervous system. This destruction of the myelin sheath interferes with communication between the brain and the body. Symptoms of MS include partial or...
You probably have some sort of routine for staying clean on the outside. Regular shower or bath time. Washing hands. Clean clothes, etc. But what do you do to make sure your insides are clean. There are probably millions of people who’s digestive systems are not functioning as well as they can or should. Are you one of them? Quite possibly! Of course, the biggest part of having a healthy inside is through proper nutrition. Lots of fresh veggies, fruits, healthy grains, etc. You...
While there are some closets that don’t have doors, it seems that majority still do. This can be nice, especially if you’re like us and don’t necessarily want the baby pulling clothes off the hangers or spreading shoes around. For you it may be keeping the dog or cat out etc. However, many of us keep our shoes and clothes hampers in the closet as well. This can start to add a bit of a ‘scent’ to that space and sometimes to the clean clothes. Here’s an...
Amidst all the sad events that have happened in the past few days in Japan and surrounding areas there is another scare that can go a lot further. There have been two explosions at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan and US Navy vessels have detected low level radiation 1oo miles away. If there is a meltdown that releases radioactivity into the air, the radiation could reach the North Western USA and Western Canada within 2 weeks I’ve been told. This creates a high risk of Thyroid...
Got the spring cleaning bug? (Or your spouse does? ) It’s a great time to clean the home and essential oils can help in getting your home clean and healthy without dangerous chemicals and their residue that can be left behind. Especially important if anyone in the house has Asthma or other chemical sensitivities. I mentioned the power of Lemon oil on sticky things recently. It’s a great way to help cut through gummy or greasy stains! Not only is this citrus oil known for its...
February is here again and that means Valentine’s Day is close at hand. Many people wonder how to improve their romance with essential oils. Well… Romance blossoms in a relaxing, beautiful environment. Set aside special time for a romantic interlude with your partner, and schedule it as a date. Send the kids to a friend’s house, turn off the phone, hang a “Do Not Disturb” sign on the door and do whatever else is necessary to give yourself the privacy to focus on each other....
