by jhtmadmin | Sep 16, 2014 | Blog
Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant. If you have ever enjoyed the gift of a rose, a walk by a field of lavender, or the smell of fresh cut mint, you have experienced the aromatic qualities of essential oils. In addition to giving plants their distinctive smells, essential oils provide plants with protection against predators and disease and play a role in plant pollination. Essential oils are non water-based phytochemicals made up of volatile organic compounds. Although they are fat soluble, they do not include fatty lipids or acids found in vegetable and animal oils. Essential oils are very clean, almost crisp, to the touch and are immediately absorbed by the skin. Pure, unadulterated essential oils are translucent and range in color from crystal clear to deep blue. Try this at home: Squeeze the peel of a ripe orange. The fragrant residue on your hand is full of essential oils. In addition to their intrinsic benefits to plants and being beautifully fragrant to people, essential oils have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. Modern scientific study and trends towards more holistic approaches to wellness are driving a revival and new discovery of essential oil health applications. dōTERRA (CPTG) Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oils represent the safest, purest, and most beneficial essential oils available today. They are gently and skillfully distilled from plants that have been patiently harvested at the perfect moment by experienced growers from around the world for ideal...
by jhtmadmin | Sep 16, 2014 | Blog
Apple cider vinegar is my new obsession. I recently began taking apple cider vinegar shots a few times a day for a quick and effective energy burst. However, I’ve since discovered so many other useful ways to incorporate apple cider vinegar (ACV) into my daily routine. It’s effective for pretty much anything—your skin, your hair, your house, and even your pets can benefit from its qualities. Raw, organic, unfiltered and unpasteurized, apple cider vinegar is so much more than a salad dressing! 1. Apple cider vinegar can detoxify your home. It’s made from apple juice and is fermented to hard apple cider. It’s then fermented a second time to become apple cider vinegar. By using ACV in lieu of other products, we instantly decrease the consumption of unnatural chemicals in our homes and daily lives. 2. It can make your hair shine. Apple cider vinegar can be used as a rinse for your hair after shampooing, and will boost your hair’s body and shine. I recommend recycling an old shampoo bottle, then filling it with 1/2 a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a cup of cold water. Pour the solution through your hair after shampooing several times a week for dramatic results. 3. Natural apple cider vinegar regulates the pH of your skin. Dilute ACV with two parts water, and spread the concoction over your face with a cotton ball to replace your current toner. You can do this at night after washing, and in the morning before you apply your moisturizer. A dab of apple cider vinegar can also be left on the skin overnight to fade...
by jhtmadmin | Sep 16, 2014 | Blog
Cantaloupe Compound Kills 87% of Breast Cancer Cells in Vitro: Researchers have just discovered that cucurbitacin E, found abundantly in cantaloupe, kills up to 87% of aggressive triple-negative breast cancer cells (MDA-MB-231) in vitro. In fact, cucurbitacin E was the most potent of all the cucurbitacins tested. But does this lab study translate to real health benefits for women? Yes, according to another study out of China, in which women eating over 40 grams daily of cantaloupe/watermelon/papaya had 38% less risk of breast cancer (watermelon is also a good source of cucurbitacin E, as is winter squash). Cucurbitacin E is a powerful anticancer compound, and has been shown to suppress leukemia, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer and others in lab studies. Besides being toxic to cancer cells, cucurbitacin E is also a powerful antioxidant as well as natural anti-inflammatory. It has also been shown to protect the liver against toxic compounds. And according to the study out of China, women may significantly reduce their breast cancer risk just by getting about three to four servings (one serving = 80 grams) weekly of good sources such as cantaloupe, watermelon, or winter squash. And alkaline diet followers take note: cantaloupe has more than double the alkalizing power of pure lemon juice! (PRAL -4.9 versus -2.2 for lemon...
