Lemongrass is a unique oil with a fresh uplifting scent! My favorite uses for lemongrass are when my muscles are sore, when I need to relieve urinary discomfort and if my cholesterol levels need balancing.  

Use Lemongrass oil for lymph and cardiovascular support

• Place a drop in a Veggie Cap and swallow to keep fluids and bowels moving.
• Place a drop in a Veggie Cap and swallow to maintain healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels

Use Lemongrass oil for the skin and muscles

• Combine Lemongrass oil with Tea Tree oil and apply the mixture to your fingernails and toenails to keep them looking clean.
• Soothe muscles and ligaments:  Add a few drops of Lemongrass oil to a lotion or a carrier oil and massage the legs and feet after a tough workout.

Use Lemongrass oil to uplift mood

• Diffuse to overpower feelings of nervousness or eliminate mental fatigue.
• Diffuse at your desk at work to help promote a positive outlook and heighten your awareness.

Use Lemongrass oil for cooking ​

• Culinary uses: Add a drop (or less) of Lemongrass oil to soups, teas, seafood, curries, beef dishes, or poultry dishes for an extra kick of flavor.

Use Lemongrass oil for urinary support

• Add a drop to a veggie cap or rub diluted over the abdomen to ease urinary discomfort.

People often ask, “How do I use my Eucalyptus oil?" You’ll love what this cleansing, relaxing, and soothing essential oil can do for you.

Reason 1: Promotes relaxation
Diffusing Eucalyptus oil can help create a tranquil atmosphere in your home, while also decreasing feelings of tension and promoting relaxation. 

Reason 2: Promotes feelings of clear breathing
Because it contains the chemical component eucalyptol, Eucalyptus oil is useful for creating a cooling vapor when applied to the skin or inhaled. When the seasons change, you can rub a few drops of Eucalyptus on your chest to promote feelings of open airways. 

Reason 3: A cleansing agent
Combine Eucalyptus with Lemon and Peppermint oil in a spray bottle, and then use the mixture to wipe down surfaces in your kitchen, bathroom, or other common areas of your home. Not only will the essential oil mixture give you peace of mind concerning the nontoxic cleanliness of your home, but you’ll love the wonderful aroma that lingers after you finish.

Reason 4: Use in a soothing massage
Blend with Fractionated Coconut Oil and gently rub on the problem area and enjoy the cooling, soothing effects. The aroma of Eucalyptus will also help to clear the mind and calm feelings of tension and stress.

Reason 5: Clean and revitalize the skin
If your skin feels oily, consider adding a few drops of Eucalyptus to your daily moisturizer or toner to experience the oil’s skin-revitalizing benefits. 

Reason 6:  Support during menstruation
Due to its soothing, calming nature, Eucalyptus is frequently used to provide support during menstruation. Simply massaging Eucalyptus oil into the lower abdomen daily during menstruation. 

If you don't have Eucalyptus oil, you can purchase it here. 

All items available at the Country Cupboard. 

Rosemary is an aromatic, evergreen shrub whose leaves are frequently used to flavor foods such as stuffing, pork, roast lamb, chicken, and turkey. Along with its culinary applications, Rosemary has many benefits. Rosemary supports healthy digestion* and internal organ function.*Taken internally, it helps to reduce nervous tension and occasional fatigue.*

My favorite way to use Rosemary is rub a drop on my wrist and then breath in for mental clarity and energy. 

For a satisfying dinner at home, try dōTERRA’s Rosemary Zucchini Fettuccine through the link below.
https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/recipe-rosemary-zucchini-fettuccine

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Did you know that Lemon is dōTERRA’s top-selling essential oil? That’s right! Lemon essential oil is a powerful cleansing agent that can help aid in digestion.* With its multiple benefits and uses, Lemon is also great for purifying the air and enhancing the flavor of desserts and main dishes. When diffused, Lemon is very uplifting and energizing and has been shown to help improve mood.

My favorite way to use Lemon is in my water every morning to aid in detoxification, focus and energy plus I love the taste!
 
Does your house become a little messy after enjoying the holidays? To help alleviate any mess, try using this amazing DIY recipe for reusable dust wipes with Lemon essential oil.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
 

I just got back from convention and am so excited to share a whole new group of amazing oils with you!  While I won’t be talking about all of them today, I will be telling you about the new Copaiba essential oil.

This essential oil has been used since the 16th century in various cultures, especially in South America where it originates. We harvest it from the resin of copaiba trees and include four different species of the Copaiba tree to ensure you get all the benefits possible.
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I love Copaiba oil for it's ability to give you health inflammatory responses! It supports your liver, cardiac, immune, digestive, neurological and respiratory systems. It's wonderful for pain and soothing! Use it internally mixed with 2 drops of your favorite citrus oil. 

Want to know more about this oil? Check out doTERRA.com:  https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/product-spotlight-using-copaiba.

On Guard! Perfect to get a jump start protecting you from the season to come!
​This is a lovely oil not only because of the amazing benefits after a long day at work but because it smells so good!

A few of my personal favorite uses are for blood sugar head tension, in my favorite hand sanitizer (see recipe below) and a few extra drops to boost my immune system when I am around someone who is sick. 

Another great way to use this oil is the On Guard Beadlets. They are 1/4th of a drop of oil from the bottle which is the perfect amount if you need a quick pick me up. On Guard is one of the most popular oils blends at dōTERRA because of its wide range of uses. How have you used the oil in your home?
 
To learn more about this versatile oil, check out its spotlight here: https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/spotlight-doterra-on-guard-protective-blend.

Hand Sanitizer
5 Tablespoons aloe vera gel
4 Tablespoons water 
½ teaspoon vitamin E oil 
10 drops On Guard essential oil
5 drops Wild Orange essential oil
*All items including glass spritzer can be purchased at the Country Cupboard

Blend together in a glass bowl using a whisk. Pour into a glass spritzer bottle using a funnel.