Are you in the “prevent getting it” mindset? It might be time to think “What will I do WHEN I get it?” Even better, “How can I support my body now, before I get it?”
- Are you getting adequate sunshine and fresh air?
- Do you drink plenty of clean, filtered and fluoride-free water?
- How do you take care of your mental health?
- Are you staying active?
- Do you take care of your gut health? Your immune system depends on it!
- Do you eat whole foods? (think LOTS of fruits, veggies, green juices, bone broth and nutrient dense foods) Our Functional Medical Doctor recommends a Paleo type of diet.
- Have you reduced the toxins in your home? Artificial fragrance is in everything and is the absolute worst. GET.IT.OUT.OF.YOUR.HOME! Replace your scented candles, wax warmers, air fresheners, dryer sheets, scented fabric softeners, detergents and scented cleaning products. I have replaced all of the above with pure essential oils, plant-based cleaning products and clean, pure, safe self-care products.
- What supplements do you take?
- We all have to start somewhere, and baby steps add up to big changes.
Here’s a short list of some options!
- Vitamin D (Super D)
- Vitamin C (Super C Chewable or Super C)
- Melatonin (Immupro)
- NingXia Red (whole food antioxidant liquid supplement)
- Multivitamins (MightyVites for the boys)
- Mineral Essence (Combines the benefits of minerals with premium essential oils)
- Longevity essential oil
- Probiotics (Life 9 and MightyPro)
- Inner Defense (reinforces systemic defenses & promotes healthy respiratory function plus offers immune support)
- Thieves essential oil blend: diffused 24/7 in a diffuser and in a roller bottle; applied to our spines and feet every day and more often if we’re feeling off.
- Thieves Chest Rub
- Breathe Again applied to our chest area, RC and/or Raven in the diffuser.
- Do you take Epsom Salt baths? These can help pull out the toxins and ease the aches and pains. Aim for at least 30 minutes of soaking. Some lavender, peppermint and PanAway can be added to the bath for more support.
- Prayer & meditation to help manage stress.
- Do you get plenty of rest? Every body is different, but on average, 8 hours of sleep certainly helps you stay above the wellness line! A cool dark room, no electronics for an hour before bed and a quiet, calm environment to set the stage before sleep is also helpful.
There are plenty of ways you can support your health and adjust these suggestions for your own comfort. If you are curious about any of the products mentioned they can be found here or click on the "Place An Order" button up in the right-hand corner!
Just know, you are the only one in charge of your health and NO One cares more about your health than you. Empower yourself and make self-care a priority. You can do it! I believe in you.
Sending love,
Traci
Hey all! Today’s 71 degrees is tough to beat for South Dakota in April. I’m so grateful! It definitely makes the "please stay at home" time so much more tolerable!
So, just a little introduction on myself.
I’m a boy-mom. Three young boys still in the house, one all grown up and has a family of his own.
I’m a homeschooling mom. This is something I never anticipated doing, ever. But, oh how things change once we have actually have children.
I'm an animal lover. I currently have 2 quarter horses and one mini-pony that loves to be on the wrong side of the fence. She likes free range life. We also have several barn cats and one large Golden Retriever.
With horses, I am a huge fan of keeping it natural, and have spent many years studying Parelli Natural Horsemanship. I love a good weekend horse-man-ship clinic and spending a couple of days with other horse lovers!
I love the oily lifestyle. That brings me to my purpose for today’s post.
Life in the country, with horses, cats, and a Golden Retriever can certainly bring about particular smells. A couple of weeks ago, our dog, Murphy decided to swim in our stock pond. Yuck! Of course after a swim, there’s always a roll in the horse yard to add to his essence of country dog. After a day, he kind of self cleans, but still definitely stinks. He is an outside dog, 90% of the time. This week, he found a deceased cat in the ditch across the road and decided to roll in it, then drag said cat onto our yard. So now we have a stinky dog and my boys are a bit distraught over seeing cat parts on our lawn. My 6 year old came and said “Um mom, this is kind of gross, but I think Tiger’s tail is on our yard.” Ugh! So sorry buddy.
Life is busy and I don’t have time to bathe a double coated, long haired dog every time he rolls in something or goes for a dip in the pond. I did have time to whip up an oily recipe. It helps with comb outs, reduces his country odor, and can even help repel some creepy crawlies, since he likes to explore our pastures:
Country Dog Spray
10 drops Lavender
5 drops Geranium
5 drops Lemongrass
5 drops Palo Santo,
5 drops Cedarwood
3 tsp conditioner
½ oz vodka
6 oz water.
Combine in a spray bottle and shake well before each use. Spray liberally and let it set a few minutes before brushing. Murphy is a 110 pound dog, so if you have a small dog, you may want to reduce the number of drops and adjust to your liking.
Not all oils are created equal. Please do not buy oils from your local grocery or large box store and think you will achieve the same results as pure therapeutic grate oils. I love Young Living products. I even used my Young Living conditioner in this recipe.
