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As modern scientific studies and trends lean towards more holistic approaches to health and wellness, I thought it was timely to discuss the potential health benefits of essential oils. An essential oil is a concentrated liquid containing volatile aroma compounds extracted from plants. Essential oils have been used medicinally throughout history, and have boomed in popularity in recent decades for their application in aromatherapy, helping with physical and psychological health. There is now strong scientific evidence that essential oils can act as antimicrobial and antioxidant agents as well as having pharmacological effects on various tissues in the body. Many companies are now selling essential oils, one of these being doTERRA. doTERRA essential oils are 100% pure, containing no synthetic ingredients, as some brands do.
doTERRA Lemon oil is one of the most versatile. Firstly, lemon is a powerful cleansing agent that purifies the air and surfaces, and can be used as a non-toxic cleaner. It’s perfect for getting rid of leftover sticky residue from a sticker, etc. When diffused, Lemon is very uplifting and energizing and has been shown to help improve mood. Lemon is frequently added to food to enhance the flavor of desserts and main dishes (see recipe below). Simply add a drop to your water*. It’s not acidic, because it is cold pressed from the rind, not the pulp, so it will not damage your tooth enamel. Taken internally, Lemon may provide cleansing and digestive benefits and may support healthy respiratory function.
*When adding the oil to a drink or container, be sure to use glass, ceramic or metal, as the oil will break down plastic.
doTERRA OnGuard is a blend of wild orange peel, clove bud, cinnamon leaf, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus leaf, and rosemary leaf/flower essential oils, making it a great addition to any pumpkin or gingerbread flavoured drink or baked good. See Gingerbread Smoothie recipe below.
The best way to use OnGuard is preventatively. It has been scientifically proven to boost the immune system, so it can protect against environmental and seasonal threats. OnGuard can be taken internally on a daily basis, rolled onto your skin or diffused into the air. If you feel you are coming down with a cold or starting to feel sick, take 2 drops in a shot of water every 3-4 hours, make a roller bottle and roll on the soles of your feet morning and night, or diffuse it.
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Instructions
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Lemon Coconut Energy Bites: To make without doTERRA lemon oil, add an additional tsp of lemon zest.
Gingerbread Smoothie: To make without doTERRA On Guard oil, add a pinch of nutmeg.
Enter to win two doTERRA oils: Lemon and OnGuard in one of two ways:
- Comment on this post below and tell me why you would like to try doTERRA essential oil products!
- Follow @berrynourished_rd AND @thepracticalessential on Instagram, and comment on either Instagram post telling us why you would like to try doTERRA essential oil products!
The winner will be chosen at random on December 27th at 8:00 pm (PST). The winner will be contacted via the social media outlet used to comment. OPEN TO CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY.
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Carolyn Berry
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DoTerra is the best! I recently learned about the OnGuard spray available from the US warehouse, replaces the alcohol based hand sanitizers. I so want to try this!
Tina! I know, isn’t that awesome!? Some hospitals in the US are using essential oils to fight against MRSA =)
Finally! Getting away from the chemicals (that are killing us!) and using natural products. I really hope this catches on and there is more of a move away from big pharma and trying with natural products first in health care.
I just made the smoothie! So yummy!! Rich and creamy flavor. I had coconut yogurt ( plain unsweetened) on hand and used it instead of the Greek yogurt. I will definitely make this again.
I’m so happy you liked it! Thank you for the feedback.
I would love to try doTERRA oils this winter to keep our house smelling fresh and hopefully reduce the chances of getting sick!
Excellent plan Crystal!
I love the idea of incorporating doterra oils into healthy recipes. I also love that someone else is figuring out how many drops to use;) I’m looking forward to trying these recipes and seeing what other recipes you come up with!
Sarah, I made the mistake of using 6 drops of OnGuard in my gingerbread smoothie the first time and it tasted terrible!! I’m happy to have figured it out for you =)
Would love to try something new!