Emergency Preparedness with Essential Oils Empowerment to aid in Self Reliance with your families health!     Natural aromatic compounds found in plants Protection from disease & predators Steam distilled or cold pressed extraction 50-70 Times more potent than dried herb Essential Oils are AntiBacterial and Anti-Viral Synthetic Therapeutic Perfume / Industrial Health Benefit Food GRAS Standard Purity equals Potency Fast and Effective CPTG Essential Oils vs. OTC Drugs Have Natures Medicine Cabinet in your home! Deep Blue - Ben Gay, Aleeve, Tylenol, Motrin Lavender - Neosporin, Elidel, Motrin, Aleeve, Tylenol, Pepto Bismo, Imodium AD, Solercain, Elidel, Ear Drops Oregano - Freeze away, Nyquil, Dayquil, Tums, Tylenol, Aleeve, Pepto Mylanta Breathe - Niquil, Benedryl, Vaporizor refills, Mentholatum, Shower Soothers, Dayquil, Nyquil DigestZen - Imoodium AD, Pepto Bismo, Tums, Mylanta Lemon - Tylenol, Motrin, Childrens Motrin, Children’s Tylenol, Tums, ear drops, Immodium AD, Pepto Bismo, Mylanta Melaleuca - Ear Drops, dandruff shampoo, Elidel, Cloriseptic, Dayquil, Nyquil, Neosporin, Ricola, Elidel Peppermint - Icy/Hot, Pepto Bismo, Imodium AD, Tums, Motrin, Tylenol, Aleeve, Dayquil, Nyquil, Mentholatum, shower Soothers, Tylenol cold, ear drops Cost Comparison: OTC drugs - $255.70 (approx) 8 Essential Oils - $209.50 (approx) Note: There have been NO cases where the use of essential oils has caused serious injuries or death. Yet the American Medical Association reports that thousands of people die every year using prescribed medications incorrectly. Main Differences: • Essential Oils are safe for each family member • No negative side affects • No expiration date • Safe, Effective and Natural AROMATICALLY •Emotional (nose) • Respiratory (mouth) • Purification / AntiBacterial (diffuser) TOPICALLY •Localized to area of pain or injury • Bottom of feet when in doubt INTERNALLY •Digestive issues • In water • Gargle/swallow • Capsules NEAT • May be used without dilution on most people directly on area SENSITIVE • May want to dilute for some. • May cause sensitivity when used often DILUTE • Dilute with a carrier oil. • May be hot or cooling Essential Oil Main Overall Use Can help with: Lavender relaxing, stress, many uses bruises; burns (can mix w/melaleuca); leg cramps; herpes; heart irregularities; hives; insect bites; neuropathy; pain (inside & out);bee stings; sprains; sunburn (great w/ frankincense); sunstroke; relieves insomnia, depression, and PMS; is a natural antihistamine (allergies or asthma); insomnia; relaxing; psoriasis Lemon cleansing, uplifting arthritis; colds; constipation; coughs; cuts; sluggishness; sore throats; sunburn; wounds; lifts moods;reduces stress and fatigue; internally - counteracts acidity, calms upset stomach; antioxidant; Corns, Calluses, Bunions (avoid sun/UV rays for 12 hrs. when applied to skin); cleanses liver; improve circulation; cold sores; anti-inflammatory; uplift mood Lemongrass muscles/tendons & bones, cramping muscles sore/cramping muscles; charley horses (w/peppermint & plenty of water); warm feet in winter as a warmer; natural cleanser; fever; insecticide; digestive system; regulates parasympathetic nervous system; cleanse blood & liver; regenerates connective tissue (tendonitis, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, sprained ankle,etc.); Melaleuca anything skin, little sister to oregano first aid ointment; athletes foot; aids immune system against throat/respiratory pathogens; bug bites; coughs; colds; cuts; deodorant; eczema, fungus; infections (ear/throat/nose); microbes (internally); psoriasis; rough hands; slivers (use w/ clove to draw sliver out); sore throat; wounds, herpes; Oregano immune support, heavy duty antibiotic support immune system; anti-biotic/viral/fungal (internally w/ capsule or on feet (follow up w/ lavender & peppermint; reduce pain & inflammation of arthritis; backache; bursitis, carpal tunnel; rheumatism, sciatica; cleanse regimen for GI track; whooping cough; pneumonia; marjoram is a good alternate if you need it long term - oregano should be used for about 10 days (always dilute) Peppermint fever,cooling, digestive topical pain relief for bumps & bruises; circulation; fever; headache; pain; indigestion; motion sickness; nausea; nerve problems; vomiting; nerve pain; increase energy; cooling (sunburn, heat) boosts stamina; help restore mental awareness (ie. when driving); massage; increases oxygen uptake; allergies & sinus congestion; invigorating; Carrier Oil dilute oils especially fractionated coconut oil, grapeseed oil; almond oil, olive oil, helps slow absorption into blood system for children/elderly as well as spread the essential oil to a larger area if needed Aroma Touch relaxation & calming; relaxation & stress relief; sooths and helps inflammation; enhances all aspects of massage;help increase blood circulation; neuropathy; pain; Deep Blue alternate; blood sugar; joint pain; relieve tension of muscles; soothe irritated tissue (sprains, bruises, spasms, sore muscles); fatigue; head aches/migraines; Breathe respiratory allergies; anxiety, asthma; bronchitis; congestion; cough; colds; flu; respiratory stress; bronchitis; snoring Deep Blue muscle pain relief, inflammation. pain relief; arthritis; bruises; carpel tunnel; headaches; inflammation; joint pain; migraines; muscle pain; sprains; rheumatism; following up w/ peppermint enhances effects; back pain; shin splints; DigestZen digestive all digestion issues like bloating; congestion; constipation; diarrhea; food poisoning (internal); heartburn; indigestion; motion sickness; nausea; stomach ache; IBS; diaper rash; acid reflux; spastic colon; acid reflux; colitis; colic; On Guard protective, natural immune support disinfect surfaces; eliminate most and viruses; boost immune system (bottom of feet or internally daily), inhibits MRSA; stops bacteria & virus growth; helps mold inhibition; kills airborne pathogens; help knock out cold or sore throat; (comes in oil, soap, lozenges. and wipes) Frankincense “Go-to” oil; enhances Enhances the effect of all other oils; clarity of mind; accelerates skin recovery issues; decreases all other oils, anxiety/mental/physical fatigue; decreases hyperactivity, impatience, irritability, and restlessness; inflammation focus concentration; concussion; inflammation; skin tissue recovery; soothe hyperactivity & restlessness; helps w/clarity & focus of mind; sever coughing; depression; stress related issues; calming in traumatic experience (physical/emotional); tantrums; epilepsy; thyroid issues; neurological; treat shock; Purify cleansing airborne pathogens; cleanse cuts & germs; insect bites; itches (all types/varieties); cuts/scrapes; wounds; boost to immune system; topical disinfectant; bug bites; uplifting; Clove topical pain, toxins, digestive topical pain relief; drawing salve (pull toxins/infections from body- apply to feet/location); acne; constipation; headaches; nausea; toothaches/teething (numbing cortisone feeling); gingivitis; has phenol-eugenol (up to 85%) that is protective against cancer; food poisoning (in capsule/water); digestive aid & stomach problems; sore throat (gargle w/water to numb); nerve tonic TerraShield insect/ bug repellent deters all flying insects and ticks from human bodies and pets (ticks/fleas); feelings of hope Helichrysum (not in doTERRA’s Emerg. Oils Kit) stops bleeding, allergies asthma, bronchitis; whooping cough; headaches; liver problems; skin disorders; draw out metallics, chemicals, & toxins; lymph drainage; pancreas stimulant; sciatica; skin conditions (eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis); sun screen; blood cleansing; stop bleeding; improve hearing; acute pain; relieve respiratory conditions; reduce scarring; regenerate tissues; varicose veins; treat shock; Dealing with Natural Disasters When dealing with natural disasters (whether they be earthquake, hurricane, tornado, fires, tsunamis, or floods) the disruption in basic infrastructure is the same. This includes water supplies, electricity, natural gas, and fuels like gasoline as well as disrupting sanitation facilities and disposal of sewers and garbage all posing biohazards. This also means that access to hospitals and health facilities may be down for a time and maybe even destroy our homes. Having an additional supply of essential oils and knowing how to use them will be very useful to you and your family in purifying your air, cleansing your body as well as helping with emotional and physical needs. Other Emergency Ideas Water Purification - If you're in an area where the water is suspect, add two drops of lemon oil to a glass of water and stir. Let it sit a couple of minutes, the pollutants will come to the top. Skim them off with a spoon or place a clean napkin or paper towel over the top of the water and let them absorb into the napkin. For bacterial and other severe water concerns - OnGuard, cinnamon, clove, peppermint, and oregano (kills giardia & E. coli) may work as well. Reducing Radiation Exposure from Dr. Hill 1) Nutrition is essential to protect & fortifying tissues: continue with LifeLong Vitality 2) Use oils that are protective of individual tissue structures and body systems as a whole: Frankincense, under the tongue 2-3 drops am & pm & rub over thyroid Patchouli, topically apply over the thyroid Zendocrine, topically apply over the liver (to cleanse so in good shape) Oils to support Thyroid (regulates metabolism, produces hormones to regulate blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature, and energy production) overactive thyroid - myrrh (TA) (can use 1 drop of each myrrh & lemongrass applied to base of throat and reflex points on feet sluggish thyroid - peppermint (TA), clove (TA) (can use 1 drop each of lemongrass & peppermint or clove applied to base of throat and reflex points on feet Oils to support Liver (digestion, produces cholesterol to make hormones and cell membranes, metabolizes harmful substances and toxins clove (TA) for cleansing applied over liver area and on reflex points on the feet secondary oils: geranium (TA), helichrysum (TA), myrrh (TA) Sources: Modern Essentials: A Contemporary Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils, 2nd Edition, 2010 Abundant Health, www.aromatools.com Emergency Oils rip-off from Abundant Health, www.aromatools.com http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15734920 http://essentialoilworld.com/essentialoilreviews/lemon-essential-oil http://builddoterra.com/ - Emergency Preparedness - Webinar Rebroadcast 8/17/2010 http://builddoterra.com/ - doTERRA Mood Matrix - Webinar Rebroadcast 8/16/2010 Laura Jacobs Webinar - 7/31/2010 http://www.sharecare.com/question/what-is-function-cortisol-hormone http://aromatherapy4u.wordpress.com/tag/emergency-preparedness/ http://www.preparednesspro.com/blog/essential-oil-cautions/ http://www.bepreparedradio.com/2011/03/15/self-reliance-revolution-03-16-2011/ Emotional/Mood Enhancers One thing many people may not think of, and yet is a real part of emergencies/disasters, are emotions and moods such as stress, anxiety, fear, grief/sorrow, depression, anger, hopelessness, discouragement, etc. The essential oils may be helpful to a person in dealing with these emotions and moods and can help provide needed balance and focus both daily and in times of crisis. Our sensory system is stimulated by odors (i.e. essential oils) through receptors in the olfactory system in your nose. Once stimulate, the reaction goes through the olfactory bulb and into the limbic system which is the part of the brain that creates emotional responses, memories, and hormones. The brain has two parts of the nervous system that it works with (sympathetic & parasympathetic). The sympathetic is known as the fight or flight that helps us deal with stress, frustration and unhappiness. When we are in conflict (emotional, physical, spiritual or emotional) we have these feelings. When this is done for a long period of time our body is in a chemical burden and begins to mimic disease or other health problems (ie. increase in cortisol (helps deal w/stress) means higher blood pressure, slow body’s inflammatory response, higher glucose levels, and altering our metabolism). Aromatherapy is a simple, powerful, and effective way to help deal with those emotional issues. Whether it is Lavender or Serenity to help a fearful child fall asleep, or Citrus Bliss or other citrus oils to uplift a mom who lost a husband and yet still needs to keep up positive spirits for her children in the midst of a disaster, the oils will not take away the ‘problem’ but help the person emotionally be able to cope as well as help the body with it’s natural physical responses. Mood Matrix