Dog Health – Part 2

This is the second part of what you can do to maintain your dog's health naturally. Here are some more tips for you to try…

General Dog Health:

I use oregano diluted 1-5 (5drops of Virgin olive oil to 1 drop of oregano) and massage it into my dogs skin after a bath. He really likes it and has never got sick. Also my neighbors dog had an open wound on his front leg and we used that combination on him and it healed his wound.

- Nel

What can you do to maintain your dog's health naturally? Every dog owner wants a healthy dog. That's not always so easy in today's busy, high-pressure world. Here are some suggestions…

Obviously, feed him/her a healthy diet and make sure they get adequate exercise and plenty of positive attention. And be mindful of the ingredients in the substances you put on your dog. So many dog shampoos and ointments are loaded with toxins and chemicals that can overtax your pet's immune system.

If you're serious about maintaining your dog's health naturally, you're probably already using Animal Scents Shampoo with pure essential oils and Animal Scents Essential Oil Pet Ointment. But are there other natural substances you can use to keep your pup healthy and happy?

Yes! Many essential oils are just as beneficial to your pooch as they are for you, and can really be helpful in many sticky situations.

Where is the best place to apply the oils?
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What is Aromatherapy?

Aromatherapy has come to mean many different things to different people. Today, people call anything from using scented soap to adding a drop of basil to their salad dressing, "aromatherapy." Traditionally, it means the inhalation of plant oils, called essential oils, for improved physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

The main component of aromatherapy is the use of essential oils. Essential oils are the pure essence of a plant — often referred to as nature's living energy. Quality essential oils can provide both psychological and physical benefits when used correctly. Essential oils can be used on their own for aromatherapy or with complementary natural ingredients, such as vegetable or other carrier oils.

Aromatherapy for Health and Wellness

There are many ways to utilize the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Aromatherapy is More on Aromatherapy and Essential Oils

Is there a difference between "therapeutic-grade" essential oils and those marked "natural" and "pure"?

They often look the same and smell the same. So aren't they the same?

Don't be fooled. There is a vast difference between essential oils that are labeled "pure" and "natural" and those that are labeled "therapeutic-grade." Therapeutic-grade essential oils, when given that designation by AFNOR, are the highest level of quality.

The labels, "natural" or "pure" are virtually meaningless. Even a certified organic oil is not necessarily a therapeutic-grade oil because therapeutic-grade requires another level of growing, producing and testing.

In the U.S., while there are standards for organic growing, there are no real standards essential oil manufacturers must adhere to when making claims of purity or naturalness. This means anyone can label an essential oil whatever they like, without having to back it up.
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Did you know that lavender essential oil can help beautify your skin?

It's true. Lavender can help you be more beautiful!

Everyone knows that lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils. Not only does it have a beautiful aroma, but it also helps your body adapt to stress or imbalance.

For years, lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has been used in lotions, skin creams, eye pillows, bath oils, balms, salves, perfumes, cosmetics, and topical applications. etc., not only to induce relaxation, but also as a beauty aid.
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Tired of trying one probiotic after the other only to be disappointed?

Need a truly reliable probiotic to build and restore core intestinal health?

In today's economy, many probiotic manufacturers are cutting costs along with quality. Many probiotics contain weaker strains, incorrect proportions, are subjected to heat in manufacturing or storage and simply can't do the job for you.

But you don't need to put up with that – discover Young Living Life 5 Probiotic – the superior probiotic supplement for building and restoring core intestinal health! Life 5 uses:

• Hearty probiotic strains of the best clinically proven active and viable cultures
• Strains that are proven to adhere and colonize in the intestines
• Super strains proven to boost immunity, improve nutrient absorption, and relieve bowel distress
• The proper amounts of strains
• NOT subjected to heat during preparation and storage

Why Probiotics?
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The holidays are over, but is the overindulgence just starting to show?

If you're like most of us, you've started a list of New Year’s resolutions relating to eating better, losing weight and taking better care of yourself. Excellent!

Now's the time to get started! What better way to jump-start your New Year’s resolutions than with a healthy cleanse?

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Can your damaged hair survive the winter AND look great this spring?

The natural hot oil treatments mentioned in the previous post will not only help your damaged hair survive winter, but will also help it look beautiful and healthy in the spring. But there's more…

If you’re looking for additional cold weather hair protection, try incorporating the following tips into your daily hair care routine:
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Concerned about your hair looking great this holiday season? Hair not cooperating?

Oh, the damage indoor heating, hot hair dryers and cold, dry weather can inflict upon your hair!

Just when you need your hair looking it's best for all the parties and gatherings, it sticks out with extra frizz or hangs there dull and limp. Or gets so brittle it breaks off every time you comb it, or even stroke it.

Too bad we don't all have top stylists to whip our hair into shape. If you saw the TV special on Christmas with the Obamas, you were probably as impressed as I was with Michelle Obama's beautiful upswept style. Sheer elegance not seen since the days of classic Hollywood movie stars. From the screen, each strand of hair looked like silk!

Is there a way to get your hair looking like that in time for the holidays or at least the rest of the winter? More on Damaged Hair Quick Fixes

A recent study of cinnamon oil and other essential oils shows that they not only have powerful antimicrobial properties, but they kill MRSA and E. coli and other antibiotic-resistant, hospital-acquired infections.

This is great news, since you've probably heard that antibacterial soaps and sanitizers actually contribute to the growing problem of antibiotic-resistant bacteria because the bacteria become resisitant to these soaps and sanitzers so quickly. But they can't get resistant to cinnamon oil and other high-quality essential oils.

Some researchers now recommend sanitizers made with cinnamon oil, which has been shown in many studies to have powerful antimicrobial properties.

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