As you may have heard me say, prior to my son’s cancer diagnosis, I had never experienced or even used essential oils. However, thanks to my sister who is also a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and my friend, Pamala, who is a Naturopathic Doctor, that quickly changed.
With the unexpected health crisis, I was desperate to try anything!
So, they gave us some simple instructions and explanations on how to help improve his immune function, reduce inflammation and support any digestive related issues that might arise.
And you know what…it worked!
This then led me to dig deeper on my own to begin to truly understand the science behind the oils.
So, here’s some important facts about essential oils that might help you:
- An essential oil is derived from an aromatic plant. Typically, this is done through a careful steam distillation process.
- Essential oils are 50% – 70% more powerful than their dried counterpart. For example, 1 drop of Peppermint Essential Oil is equivalent to drinking 28 cups of Peppermint Tea.
- Essential oils have hundreds of different compounds in them, and each compound can have a different benefit. For example, Peppermint Essential Oil is great for supporting an upset stomach, tension aches and increasing alertness.
- Applying essential oils topically, specifically on the bottoms of the feet, allows the oils to enter the bloodstream within 30 seconds, and because the feet have the largest pores and the blood flows upwards toward the heart, this topical location makes for an effective place for application.
- Each body has trillions of cells, and these cells are the tiny motors that keep us alive and thriving. Each cell also has a cell membrane, which acts as the protective layer to the mitochondria or the inside of the cell. Additionally, viruses live on the inside of a cell and bacteria and fungi live on the outside of the cell. So, in order to penetrate the cell membrane, which is composed of fat, the body needs a fat-soluble source. However, essential oils are lipids, which means that they can penetrate the cell membrane and help to maintain the integrity of the immune system!
Then, here’s a few essential oil blends we used faithfully during Kicker’s treatment.
1. Immune Support Blend
- This is a very protective blend for the immune system. It helps fight off infection when used with a compromised immune system.
- Oils: Protective Blend, Lemon and Oregano
- Directions to Make: To make a roller bottle blend in a 10ml bottle, add 15 drops of each oil and top it off with Fractionated Coconut Oil. For kids ages 5 -10, you only need 7 drops of each oil. For kids ages 1-5, you only need 3 drops of each oil. For infants 1 and under, you only need 1 drop of each oil.
- Directions to Use: Apply a few swipes 2 times a day on to the bottoms of the feet.
- Here’s a video I did making my Immune Support Blend, if interested.
2. Emotional Support Blend
- This blend is very effective for removing feelings of anxiousness and tension, and it is also very helpful for sleep!
- Oils: Restful Blend, Grounding Blend, Helichrysum and Wild Orange
- Directions to Make: To make a roller bottle blend in a 10ml bottle, add 15 drops of each and top it off with Fractionated Coconut Oil. For kids ages 5 -10, you only need 7 drops of each oil. For kids ages 1-5, you only need 3 drops of each oil. For infants 1 and under, you only need 1 drop of each oil.
- Directions to Use: Apply to the back of the neck, over the heart and/or on the wrists, as needed.
- Here’s a video I did on how to use essential oils to support emotional health.
3. Upset Stomach Blend
- This blend is supportive of healthy digestion and improves appetite, as well as, helps to support healthy bowel function. This has also been used successfully in helping with feelings of nauseousness.
- Oils: Digestive Blend, Peppermint & Ginger
- Directions to Make: To make a roller bottle blend in a 10ml bottle, add 15 drops of each oil and top it off with Fractionated Coconut Oil. For kids ages 5 -10, you only need 7 drops of each oil. For kids ages 1-5, you only need 3 drops of each oil. For infants 1 and under, you only need 1 drop of each oil.
- Directions to Use: Apply directly on the tummy, as needed or a few swipes 2 times a day to the bottoms of the feet.
4. Cell Support Blend
- This blend is supportive of a healthy immune system. To see studies that have been done on these oils and how they help support those with cancer, look at pubmed.gov.
- Oils: Frankincense, Hawaiian Sandalwood, Myrrh and Lemongrass
- Directions to Make: To make a roller bottle blend in a 10ml bottle, add 15 drops of each oil and top it off with Fractionated Coconut Oil. For kids ages 5 -10, you only need 7 drops of each oil. For kids ages 1-5, you only need 3 drops of each oil. For infants 1 and under, you only need 1 drop of each oil.
- Directions to Use: Apply a few swipes 2 times a day on to the bottoms of the feet.
Please Note: The essential oils in these blends are a therapeutic grade essential oil, and we use them to support our systems in every way possible. If you are interested in learning more about essential oils or to purchase more, go here.
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