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My Top 10 Favorite Non-Toxic Body Products

8/8/2023

MY TOP 10 FAVORITE NON-TOXIC BODY PRODUCTS

1. Glow Blend- This makes my skin absolutely glow! It evens skin tone, hydrates and firms.

20 drops Yarrow Pom
20 drops Frankincense
3-4 drops Blue Tansy
10 drops Copaiba
4-5 drops Rose touch

Put in a 30 ml dropper bottle and top off with organic Rosehip oil. Apply to skin morning and evening after using moisturizer

2. Facial Moisturizer- I've been using this as my moisturizer for my face for years! It's super simple to make and smells so good.

4 drops Coriander
2 drops Cedarwood
2 drops Frankincense
4 drops Geranium
4 drops Lavender
4 drops Melaleuca
2 drops Myrrh
2 drops Lemon

Add to a 1 oz container and fill with melted organic virgin coconut oil. You can also purchase at the Country Cupboard in Fairbury

3. Helichyrsum Touch- This is SO amazing for any redness or blemishes! There is nothing else that I have found that makes skin issues go away faster.

4. doTERRA Conditioner Strengthening Bar- Makes traveling easy! My hair feels super silky after using and doubles as a shave gel.

5. doTERRA Invigorating Scrub- The Peppermint and Grapefruit oils are so fresh, energizing and makes my skin feel fresh and smooth!

6. DIY Deodorant-

3/4 c. cornstarch or arrowroot powder
3/4 c. baking soda
9 T. coconut oil
3 T. beeswax
15 drops Tea Tree
15 drops Lavender

Melt beeswax and coconut oil on low heat until beeswax is dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in cornstarch and baking soda. Cool for a few minutes, then add essential oils and pour into empty deodorant tubes. Yields- 3 tubes

7. doTERRA Body Wash- Has a energizing, fresh scent, suds up well and is great for non-toxic bubbles.

8. DIY Facial Scrub- A simple, easy scrub that both draws out toxins and exfoliates dead skins.

1/2 cup of oat flour
1/2 cup of almond flour
6 drops Blue Tansy

Massage Blue Tansy into flours until well combined. Store in a glass container at room temperature.

Use a dime sized amount and mix with a little bit of water to make a paste. Rub on skin and then rinse well.

9. doTERRA Body Butter- So rich and luxurious! It is super hydrating and smells incredible.

10. Epsom Salts- One of my favorite thing to do on a cool evening to relax. Add 5-6 drops of your favorite essential oils to 1/2 cup of Epsom salts and add to a basin of warm water. Relaxing, detoxifying and soothing!

Don't have an oil? Grab what you need here! (Edit as desired)

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3 Hormone Benefits of Magnesium

4/5/2023

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3 Hormone Benefits of Magnesium

Most people have heard of magnesium. And some may even have heard that it's helpful for the body.

Truth is, magnesium is one of the most beneficial minerals for your body, especially under stress. It's needed for heart health, detoxification, blood sugar balance, mental health, sleep, stress reduction and energy.

Benefit #1- Healthy Thyroid Function

Our stress response, oxidative stress, inflammation and adrenal function greatly impact thyroid health.

Elevated cortisol and stress hormones block the production of TSH which means our thyroid doesn't get the message from the pituitary to make thyroid hormones.

Magnesium also helps to transport iodine into our cells and to convert T4 to T3 which are both essential for healthy thyroid function.

So without magnesium, our thyroid simply can't function well!

Benefit #2- Blood Sugar Balance

Magnesium in needed for insulin to work properly in the body. It plays a role with how insulin gets in our cells and insulin sensitivity.

Deficiency of magnesium is associated with insulin resistance so it's important to have the right magnesium levels if you struggle with blood sugar balance.

Benefit #3- Estrogen Detox

Magnesium supports detoxification of estrogen.

Magnesium has a relaxing effect on the bowels which allows estrogen to be eliminated rather than being reasorbed and recirculated in the body. If you aren't having regular bowel movements (at least one per day), this can contribute to estrogen dominance and extra stress on the liver.

Much of our excess estrogen is broken down and removed through the liver. Magnesium is required for the enzyme responsible for healthy estrogen elimination to work efficiently.

Not sure where your magnesium levels are? A Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis is the best way to see how your body is using and storing all your macro and micro minerals, including magnesium. Plus it will give a picture of where your adrenal, thyroid, blood sugar and nervous system function is at.

Learn more here or contact me for a discovery call to learn more!

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3 Steps to Uncover Root Causes for Hair Loss

9/5/2022

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3 STEPS TO UNCOVER ROOT CAUSES FOR HAIR LOSS

Hair loss is a real thing. And it's becoming more and more common. And for women, this can be a big concern.

Hair loss/thinning is a complicated thing. There is no easy, one solution. But I can help guide you through steps to help identify your root causes for hair loss.

1- Nutrition
Hair growth isn't essential so if you aren't getting enough nutrition, that contributes to hair loss. Insufficient amounts of protein can be a frequent contributor. It's good to calculate how many calories, fats, proteins and carbs you individually need and see if you are eating enough. Contact me for an easy way to calculate your nutrition.

You also need essential vitamins and minerals for hair growth. Copper, Vitamin A, E, C, B's Magnesium, Iodine and Sodium are some of the most important. Supplementing with a good multi vitamin is essential. My recommendation is doTERRA's Lifelong Vitality Pack.

2- Hormones
Androgens, estrogen, progesterone and thyroid levels all impact hair growth. Imbalances in these will create less energy, can increase stress and cause the body to not prioritize hair health. Contact me for more information about where your hormone levels are.

3- Stress
When we are stress, our bodies require more calories and carbohydrates for energy. Stress impacts our cortisol levels which can increase estrogen, decrease our minerals, decrease progesterone and impact thyroid and hair follicle health

Basic Recommendations

Eat enough, supplement well & balance your minerals.
Check your hormone levels- contact me for more info
Focus on stress management
Topical support- Use a boar or mixed bristle brush and do a Morocco massage, do a hair detox with bentonite clay & apple cider vinegar
Use Nettle Tea - topical or internal.
Add 10-15 drops of Rosemary essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner

*Bentonite clay, Apple cider vinegar, Nettle tea and the Lifelong vitality pack are all available at the Country Cupboard in Fairbury.

Contact Me for More Support with Hair Loss

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My Top 10 Favorite Non-Toxic Body Products

MY TOP 10 FAVORITE NON-TOXIC BODY PRODUCTS

3 Hormone Benefits of Magnesium

3 Hormone Benefits of Magnesium

3 Steps to Uncover Root Causes for Hair Loss

3 STEPS TO UNCOVER ROOT CAUSES FOR HAIR LOSS

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