Essential Oil Therapies in Yarmouth, Maine

(21 Dec, 2004)

Essential oils usually used in aromatherapy have been found to kill the deadly MRSA bacteria according to research carried out at The University of Manchester. Tests revealed that three essential oils killed MRSA and E. coli as well as many other bacteria and fungi within just two minutes of contact. The oils can easily be blended and made into soaps and shampoos which could be used by hospital staff, doctors and patients in a bid to eradicate the spread of these deadly `super bugs'.

Researchers are now desperately looking for funding to develop their work and carry out a clinical trial. Peter Warn from the University's Faculty of Medicine who worked on the research said: 'We believe that our discovery could revolutionize the fight to combat MRSA and other `super bugs', but we need to carry out a trial and to do that we need a small amount of funding ' around £30,000.'

We are having problems finding this funding because essential oils cannot be patented as they are naturally occurring, so few drug companies are interested in our work as they do not see it as commercially viable. Obviously, we find this very frustrating as we believe our findings could help to stamp out MRSA and save lives,' added Peter, who is based at Hope Hospital.

Essential oils are chemical compounds found within aromatic plants, which the plants use to fight off infections. Researchers tested 40 essential oils against ten of the most deadly bacteria and fungi. Two of these oils killed MRSA and E. coli almost instantly, while a third was shown to act over a longer period of time, meaning that any soaps or shampoos made by blending these three oils would be effective over a period of time.

Jacqui Stringer who is Clinical Lead of Complementary Therapies at the Christie Hospital instigated the research and said: 'The use of plants in medicine is nothing new but some people regard the use of essential oils as unconventional. Our research shows a very practical application which could be of enormous benefit to the NHS and its patients. The reason essential oils are so effective is because they are made up of a complex mixture of chemical compounds which the MRSA and other super bug bacteria finds difficult to resist.

The problem with current treatments is that they are made of single compounds which MRSA relatively quickly becomes resistant to, so treatment is only successful in around 50% of cases.'

While a wide range of products currently exist to help prevent the spread of MRSA these are often unpleasant for patients as their application can cause skin irritation. MRSA is often carried inside the nose which means that patients often have to insert treatments up their nostrils, whereas these essential oils can simply be inhaled to prevent the patient being at risk,' added Jacqui.

Jacqui works with leukemia patients at the Christie Hospital using essential oils to help in their treatment. Patients receiving treatment for cancer and leukemia are often left with weakened immune systems, which make them vulnerable to infection from MRSA.

The National Audit Office estimates that infections such as MRSA kill 5,000 people each year and hospital-acquired infections cost the NHS around £1 billion a year.

http://www.manchester.ac.uk/press/newsarchive/title,8376,en.htm

 

Brain Power (Blend)

D. Gary Young’s Blog
October 20th, 2008

How many of us feel mentally fatigued and want to give up on our goals?
Let’s talk about Brain Power™ essential oil blend from Young Living and how it may help you.

Some feel that Brain Power is just for physical benefits.
But if your brain is fatigued, what are the chances of negative feelings creeping in?

Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Melissa, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Australian blue, Cypress, Lavender—these essential oils all contain sesqueterpines. Sesqueterpines are C15 carbon chains that do not contain oxygen molecules, but mysteriously pull oxygen in. So wherever sesqueterpines are found, oxygen will always come and attach to it.

When we have an oxygen deficiency in the brain, we will have problems in dealing with day-to-day stresses, making correct decisions and feeling self-motivated. In studies that were conducted at Berlin and Vienna universities, it was determined that breathing sesqueterpine oils increases blood brain oxygen.

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Essential oils have been used for all manner of healing since 4500 BC, yet few people today realize their healing benefits. As recently as World War II when the British Army ran out of Penicillin, the essential oil of Lavender was used and successfully prevented infection and gangrene in the wounded.

According to ancient hieroglyphics, Egyptian priests performed healing rituals using essential oils to "cleanse the blood and the flesh" of evil deities. Today we call them infection... negative emotions and trauma. Those long ago healers understood the role that emotions played in the body and its health – and today’s healers acknowledge this truth as well.

By design, the human body is a fantastic storage vessel – stuffing emotions into every nook and cranny and even imprinted into the DNA. This would explain how deep emotions tend to hold us, often cycling around, even when we have done loads of therapy and treatment. Have you ever had a car accident and noticed your digestion was off for some time afterwards?

Deep trauma patterns influence every aspect of our lives, including the spine, overall health, eating habits, sleep, self-esteem, and the way we handle stress and interpersonal relations. Such patterns often repeat until the source is healed.

        Major Clue: If you’re not enjoying life, something is amiss.

The Egyptian Emotional Clearing gently releases stored emotions including those imprinted in the DNA. The session consists of 12–16 therapeutic grade essential oil blends anointed on the chakra (energy) centers such as the throat, heart, gut, navel, etc. The session requires 90-120 minutes, yet the oils continue to process in the body for up to 21 days. Wear loose fitted clothing, you will be lying comfortably on a massage table with a warm blanket. $130/90-120 min. session.


IMPORTANT NOTE: Prior to the Egyptian Emotional Clearing, one must have received a Raindrop® Technique fairly recently as it “aligns the electrical highway” and moves out emotional blockages along the spine. With this important channel in tact, the body is then able to integrate the Emotional Clearing oils.

If this sounds intriguing, please call with questions or to schedule an appointment! 207-846-0413

RAINDROP TECHNIQUE is a powerful, non-invasive essential oil therapy for assisting the body in correcting defects in the curvature of the spine.

During its years of practice, the Raindrop has resolved numerous cases of spinal curvature (scoliosis) and eliminated the need for back surgery for thousands of people.

Raindrop Technique originated in the 1980s from the research of Dr. Gary Young working with a Lakota medicine man named Wallace Black Elk. It integrates Vitaflex, utilizing the power of essential oils in bringing the body into structural and electrical alignment." (from the Essential Oils Desk Reference)

Raindrop Technique uses a sequence of essential oils that are immune enhancing, support the body's natural defenses, as well as the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, nervous, and other body systems. These oils, which are high in antioxidants, are also mood elevating and antiseptic, creating an unfavorable environment for harmful viruses and baceria that can hibernate in the body. Essential oils are known to boost stamina and energy, help you relax, help manage stress and frustration and promote overall health, vitality, and longevity.

The principal single oils used include:

• Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) 
• Oregano (Origanum compactum)
• Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)
• Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)
• Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
• Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
• Marjoram (Origanum majorana)

The oils are dispensed in little drops from a height of about six inches above the back, which is where Raindrop Technique gets its name. They are then massaged along the spine and back muscles. They are also applied to the feet.

The whole process takes about an hour and may continue to work in the body for up to one week following a Raindrop Session, with possible realignment and bodily adjustment taking place during this time.

"Raindrop Technique" is not a cure-all or a magic bullet. A healthy balanced body is the result of a well-rounded program of exercise and proper diet. Health is everything we do, say, hear, see, and eat. The Raindrop Technique is only one tool to help restore balance in the body that will result in good health." (from the Essential Oils Desk Reference")

Many professionals, including chiropractors, massage therapists, osteopaths, reflexologists, and certified aromatherapists have found Raindrop and Vitaflex techniques to be an excellent addition to the repertoire of their practices.

Scientific documentation on the results of raindrop has been compiled into a publication entitled, "The Raindrop Study: Statistical Outcomes and Experiences with the Raindrop Technique of Aromatherapy (see Books and DVDs). A portion of this study may be downloaded from this website.

Protect Your Kids from MRSA Infections

Date updated: October 25, 2007
Article provided by Revolution Health Group 

You've more than likely heard the recent news that potentially deadly, drug-resistant staph infections are on the rise, according to a study published in JAMA (The Journal of the American Medical Association). The study reports that methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections are more common — both in and out of hospitals — than experts once thought.
 
More than 90,000 Americans get potentially deadly infections each year from this drug-resistant staph "superbug," according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, which reported the findings in the Oct. 17 issue of JAMA. However, the study found that the majority of MRSA outbreaks are in health care settings such as hospitals and nursing homes.

About 85% of all invasive MRSA infections were associated with health care settings — two–thirds of which surfaced in the community among people who were hospitalized, underwent a medical procedure or resided in a long–term care facility within the previous year, according to the study.

In contrast, the other 15% of reported infections were considered to be community-associated — which means that the infection occurred in people without documented health care risk factors.

Spread of MRSA infections preventable

 

Schools nationwide are reporting outbreaks of Staphylococcus aureus skin infections. Some of them are MRSA infections, which has recently caused two student deaths. But the spread of these infections is preventable "through rigorous hygiene and cleanliness," says Betsy McCaughey, Ph.D., chairman of the New York City-based Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths (RID).
 
Since most of these infections are being spread in school gyms and locker rooms as athletes with minor cuts and abrasions share equipment, there are steps you, your family and the schools can take to reduce the risk.

(End of Article)

Essential Oils vs. Chemicals and Antimicrobial Agents

 

Chemical cleaners and anti-microbial sanitizers are simple (non-living) chemistry that does not change. Pathogens and bacteria easily develop resistence to this chemistry, and thus it becomes ineffective.

Therapeutic grade essential oils contain complex, living, intelligent chemistry that opportunistic pathogen has difficulty developing resistance to. The multiple constituents in any single oil alone exceed that of chemicals; imagine what a blend of oils has to offer?

Melaleuca, Lavender, peppermint and thyme essential oils showed the strongest killing power against MRSA and VRE antibiotic-=resistant bacteria, according to studies at the Western Infirmary, Glasgow, UK.

DIFFUSING A BLEND OF CLOVE , CINNAMON, LEMON, EUCALYPTUS AND ROSEMARY OILS
KILLED OVER 99% OF BACTERIA IN 12 MINUTES.

 

The longer the essential oil blend (Thieves) was diffused, the greater the reduction in microbes,
according to the lead Scientist Diane Horne, Weber State University.

 

HERE’S MY THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

 

Investigate the therapeutic grade essential blend named after the Three Thieves, and research that validates certain essential oils contained in this blend against resistant bacteria. Consider this line of natural, organic and holistic products for your family’s protection and your peace of mind. It can be diffused in the home, applied topically, used to sanitize hands, clothes and equipment and is FDA approved as a Dietary Supplement. (Read more about this blend and how to purchase it at www.watertiger.younglivingworld.com or email me for research reports and information at watertiger89@verizon.net )

A few natural tools to protect against MSRA infections and pathogens:

1. Clean hands frequently. Apply a drop of essential oil of Thieves blend, clove, eucalyptus radiata or lemon  to hands and feet as a natural microbial barrier.  Be sure to use therapeutic grade oils that contain living, beneficial chemistry, other oils have been destroyed due to un-natural distillation practices and chemical fillers.
2. Tuck a small container of Thieves® Spray, Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier or Wipes your child's book bag — if your child is of the age to use it properly.
3. Educators, install dispensers of Thieves@ Foaming Hand Soap or Thieves Spray inside each classroom.
4. Warn students not to share gym clothes, towels and other personal items. MRSA bacteria can live on fabrics and hard surfaces for up to 90 days.
5. Warn students against sharing bars of soap. Use pump dispensers only.
6. Educators, ensure that all shared sports equipment (wrestling mats, baseball gloves, gymnastics equipment, etc.) and locker room facilities such as benches are cleaned with Thieves® Household Cleaner, spray a dilution in water and let sit for a moment or two before wiping clear.
7. Educators, make sure that when a student gets a cut or abrasion on the playground or in class, it is cleaned immediately by someone whose hands are also clean and protected with sterile gloves! Classrooms should have a first-aid kit or ready access to a school nurse. Thieves® Spray or Foaming Hand Soap would be quite useful in that process.
8. Wipe down sports equipment and other high-touch surfaces as well as washable keyboards for computers with a dilution of Thieves® Household Cleaner.
9. School authorities should periodically have surfaces in the gym and classrooms tested in order to know the extent of MRSA contamination.
10. Athletes, gym teachers and coaches should be given extra awareness tools to reduce their heightened risk of MSRA exposure.
11. Parents, consider adding a capful of Thieves® Household Cleaner to your young athlete’s laundry to sanitize wash.
12. Sanitize fruits, vegetables, eggs, cutting and cooking surfaces with a dilution of Thieves® Household Cleaner.

*Thieves® is a proprietary blend of therapeutic grade essential oils from Young Living. EO’s from bath shops and natural foods stores are often perfume grade and thus may not yield therapeutic results. Perfume grade oils have been rendered toxic by the distillation method, fillers, chemical extractants, etc. and may cause adverse reactions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I have noticed that animals clearly recognize the "good stuff." Oft times animals magnate to me when I am wearing the Young Living oils (Read: Always) and interacte in ways that usually surprise their keepers.

 

FELINE ATTRACTION

One time I visited a friend who owned a cat that nobody ever saw but her, until that day. We were sitting on the living room floor chatting when the cat appeared. My friend's eyes widened, as the cat then proceeded to meander across the room to my side where it ritually licked my hands, front and back and between my fingers before sauntering off.. By then, my friend's mouth was pretty much on the floor. I had applied the digestive blend and perhaps Peppermint on my adbomen before driving to her house… and the oils were still present on my hands. Animals especially love the oils in that blend.  

 

EQUINE RESPONSE

Several years ago I facilitated a Raindrop session on a former racehorse that was being rehabilitated by its new owner. Starting with Valor in the palm of my hand, I offered this to the horse who buried his nose in my palm, pulled his head away for a moment then buried his nose in my palm again. Soon the head dropped as if to say… “Fine…do whatever you want.” We proceeded with the Raindrop and the horse remained fairly relaxed even though I was an unfamiliar person, and the session was a new process. Later, she reported having the best ride ever, with the horse's gate and temperment smooth as silk. None of the customary hitches or behaviors from prior abuse, and a mildly inflamed area on the spine had cleared up.

 

CANINE RESPONSE

I visited one day and watched as a Scottish Highland Terrier went through his series of tricks for some customers and played with a young boy for a while. When they were done, I knelt down and welcomed Willie, who darted over, jumped in my lap and nuzzled my abdomen and neck like we were old buds. I looked up and noticed his keeper was quite surprised. She said, “Willie doesn’t get up in anyone’s lap, not even mine… do you have a way with animals?”

 

Well yes but I confessed that I also had something on my person that he recognized and attracted to. As it turned out, Willie had an issue with licking his feet till nearly raw, as well as his abdomen and he often kept her up at night doing so. I mentioned the oils briefly and asked if she would be interested in seeing if Lavender was helpful? So I came back and let her apply some on Willie’s feet and belly. Just as she was asking how soon she might see a response, Willie began zipping around the store, rolling, snorting and begging to play with his tug toy. I asked if this was normal behavior for 3:00 pm and she said, “Well no…” Willie was feeling pretty darned good – euphoric even! She bought a half bottle of Lavender and said the licking and raw skin issue was much improved, as was her sleep. (For sure, there must be a deeper issue with the dog's food, digestion or stress, but this was a good starting place).

 

It may be useful to mention, when familiarizing people to the oils and explaining the difference in the grades of oils, that animals know, and you can’t fool animals about quality and content. It would be interesting to test some of the commercially available oils and Young Living’s oils by simply offering it to them to interact with. I believe it would be quite telling.