By JANET BECKER

I HAVE used Young Living® Essential Oils personally and in the spa/salon I managed since 1999. I was impressed with the quality of Young Living Essential Oils. My clients raved about how much better they felt—no more pain, more relaxed, and of course smelling good. I decided to get started on my own path to better health and started using therapeutic grade essential oil-based supplements and personal care products. Many people remarked on the dramatic positive changes that were happening with me including significant weight loss, I quit smoking, and I was able give birth to a beautiful boy after five years’ inability to conceive; my whole life was transformed. My clients and friends noticed equally remarkable changes as well; everything from allergies to arthritis, depression to diabetes, and yes, even cancer was healing very quickly.

Young Living’s therapeutic grade essential oils, known as nature’s living energy, are all organic, highly concentrated nutrient dense liquid found in trees, roots, plants etc. The distinctive components in these essential oils protect plants against insects, environmental conditions, and disease. The oils perform the same function as our blood. In addition, because their molecular structure is so high in oxygen, they nourish, strengthen, rebuild and restore us to greater more vibrant health. Therapeutic grade essential oils are extracted from wild-crafted plant sources via priority distillation methods, and are highly concentrated and far more potent than dry herbs.

Historically, Young Living Essential Oils have played a prominent role in daily life. With more than 200 Biblical references, these oils are said to be used for anointing and healing the sick. Today, they are used worldwide in hospitals, clinics, aromatherapy, massage therapy, personal care products, nutritional supplements, household solutions, and much more.

Aromatherapy is the inhalation of therapeutic grade essential oils for improved physical, mental, and emotional wholeness and can provide both psychological and physical benefits when used correctly.

Don’t think that these oils are only for aromatherapy or massage therapy; they have so much more to offer!
When cooking you learn the difference between common vegetable oils—olive, flax, sesame, canola; learn also to use the best essential oils in creating nutritionally rich, healthy, delicious meals—Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Nutmeg, etc!

You’ve probably stopped to consider the effects of synthetic compounds in your household cleaners. More than likely you’ve wondered if these mystery ingredients are even safe. It may not be possible or cost effective to avoid all harmful chemicals in your cleaning and personal care products, but there are plenty of ways to reduce your family’s exposure to these toxins. Using Young Living Essential Oils is a safe, effective alternative to many popular cleaning products. Some of the best therapeutic grade essential oils from Young Living for cleaning include Orange, Pine, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Thyme, Spruce, Lemon, Lemongrass, and Grapefruit.
These essential oils are a natural edition to your family's first aid kit. Lavender relieves burns, cuts, sore muscle, cramps and headaches. Peppermint stomach discomfort, Lemon as an antiseptic, and Thieves® Essential Oil Blend is natures most potent antibiotic.

Therapeutic grade essential oils can eliminate these concerns when you incorporate them into your daily household routine. Replacing man-made synthetics with natural, plant-based essential oils removes allergy-causing ingredients from your home and adds countless benefits.

Whether you use therapeutic grade essential oils to boost your immune system, or infuse your favorite dishes with flavor, detoxify your body and home, or supplement your existing first-aid kit with plant-based solutions, they're sure to safely and naturally enhance your life.

Janet Becker can be reached at jbc@cerzan.net