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Basil
Ocimum basilicum

Black Pepper

Bergamot
Citrus bergamia

Cassia
Cinnamomum cassia

Cinnamon
Cinnamomum zeylanicum

Clary Sage
Salvia sclarea

Clove
Eugenia caryophyllata

Coriander
Coriandrum sativum

Cypress
Cupressus sempervirens

Eucalyptus Radiata
Eucalyptus radiata

Fennel
Foeniculum vulgare

Frankincense
Boswellia frereana

Geranium
Pelargonium graveolens

Ginger
Zingiber officinale

Grapefruit
Citrus X paradisi

Helichrysum
Helichrysum italicum

Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia

Lemon
Citrus limon

Lemongrass
Cymbopogan flexuosus

Lime
Citrus aurantifolia

Marjoram
Origanum majorana

Melaleuca
Melaleuca alternifolia

Melissa
Melissa officinalis

Myrrh
Commiphora myrrha

Oregano
Origanum vulgare

Patchouli
Pogostemon cablin

Peppermint
Mentha piperita

Roman Chamomile
Anthemis nobilis

Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis

Sandalwood
Santalum album

Thyme
Thymus vulgaris

Vetiver
Vetiveria zizanoides

White Fir
Abies alba

Wild Orange
Citrus sinensis

Wintergreen
Gaultheria procumbens

Ylang Ylang
Cananga odorata.

Essential Oil blends:

AromaTouch® Massage Blend

Balance Grounding Blend

Breathe Respiratory Blend

Citrus Bliss Invigorating Blend

Clear Skin Roll On Topical Blend

Deep Blue® Soothing Blend

DigestZen® Digestive Blend

Elevation™ Joyful Blend

Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend

InTune Focus Blend

On Guard® Protective Blend

PastTense™ Roll On Tension Blend

Purify Cleansing Blend

Serenity Calming Blend

Slim & Sassy® Metabolic Blend

TerraShield® Repellent Blend

Whisper™ A Blend For Women

Zendocrine® Detoxification Blend

Maintaining Healthy Nutrition

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by Dr. Tory Parker – dōTERRA Nutrition Expert

As the winter season approaches, the temperature outside starts to change and with the upcoming holidays so do our diets and activity levels. An average holiday meal will contain at least 3,000 calories, much more than is needed in a whole day. What is the effect of this additional eating? Research shows that the net weight gain by spring is usually about one pound, which most of us never lose. This extra pound a year slowly adds up as the years go by—10 pounds after 10 years, 20 pounds after 20 years, etc. The goal is to enjoy the holidays, but not end up with that extra pound by spring.

It may not seem fun to refer to the delicious and often traditional foods at this time of year as just fats and carbs. However, having that particular outlook on food can be beneficial to maintaining a healthy nutrition and weight.

EATING IN MODERATION

During the holidays, because there are more foods prepared, try consciously decreasing the amount of each food item on your plate to prevent overeating. You can always come back a few hours later for more with the knowledge that you are only exceeding your calorie needs a little bit! This allows your body time to tell you it is full, keeping you more in tune with your body’s needs.

Even better, you won’t feel like you’ve missed out on anything if you eat in moderation. There is nothing wrong with eating things you don’t normally eat for special occasions. However, food is certainly not scarce, so you don’t need to over eat. Simply remind yourself that there will be plenty to eat later on. Try to moderate your intake over the course of the day. With that said, eating fresh vegetables and fruits, drinking plenty of water, and taking daily nutritional supplements remains important and should not be neglected, especially during the winter months.

DEVELOPING AN EXERCISE HABIT

One other big change as winter descends is the decrease in  physical activity. On average, 60 percent of the US population does not exercise regularly. During the holidays, the percentage of people that exercise drops about 8 percent from its high in the summer to its lowest point in December. During the summer and fall, it is easier to head outside to do something physically active. This is somewhat harder to do in the winter (except maybe after a fresh snow storm or if you live in a warmer climate). It is very important to recognize you are losing a good habit with the change in season. You can replace previous habits with new ones. This may mean a treadmill and other indoor classes or exercises. Even push-ups, sit-ups and stretching done regularly can make a big difference and no equipment is required.Your plan could be different, as your circumstances are different, but the principles still apply. The first step is noticing that your food intake went up (and usually with less healthy foods) and your activity went down. That is a dangerous combination for your health and your weight. Make sure your exercise plan correlates with your daily diet. Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean we can’t stay healthy and active.

5  TIPS TO HEALTHY WINTER NUTRITION

1. Be aware that your food intake is going to go up. Use  smaller portions spread out over time to allow your body to tell you when it’s full. You will still be satisfied and have the energy to get up and play.
2. Remind yourself that just because food is there does not mean you need to eat it right then. Holiday leftovers make delicious meals for many days after.
3. Always participate in whatever physical activities might be going on. Even if you are just a spectator standing and cheering, you are burning more calories and you are away from the food!
4. Don’t let good nutrition habits slip. Always include fruits and vegetables on your plate along with protein and carbohydrate dishes. This will help you feel energized even when you consume high sugar and high fat foods.
5. Keep using your supplements and essential oils to support metabolism, aid digestion, and curb appetite.

Dr. Parker Recommends:

• Slim & Sassy Metabolic Blend added to water helps manage your appetite during the holidays. This can be a great help when there is so much additional food available, helping you put aside cravings  and better listen to your body’s real calorie needs.
• Lifelong Vitality protects against oxidation and excessive inflammation. Both of these are increased with diets high in sugar and fat. Lifelong Vitality also ensures that you have all the cofactors and protection needed for optimum metabolism and activity.
• TerraZyme helps digest food and prevent indigestion.
• PB Assist+ should be taken with every meal.  It provides healthy bacteria that will help regulate bowel function.

Dr. Parker holds a PhD in Nutritional Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. He has extensive experience in food processing, food chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, and human nutrition. He has worked both in the supplement industry and in academia, making him uniquely positioned to understand product development, research, and the physiology and chemistry behind nutrition. Dr. Parker has a contagious passion for teaching people about the connection between nutrition and living a long life free from the early onset of degenerative conditions associated with poor lifestyle choices.

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Essential Oils throughout History

Essential oils have been used throughout recorded history for a wide variety of wellness applications. The Egyptians were some of the first people to use aromatic essential oils extensively in medical practice, beauty treatment, food preparation, and in religious ceremony. Frankincense, sandalwood, myrrh and cinnamon were considered very valuable cargo along caravan trade routes and were sometimes exchanged for gold.

Borrowing from the Egyptians, the Greeks used essential oils in their practices of therapeutic massage and aromatherapy. The Romans also used aromatic oils to promote health and personal hygiene. Influenced by the Greeks and Romans, as well as Chinese and Indian Ayurvedic use of aromatic herbs, the Persians began to refine distillation methods for extracting essential oils from aromatic plants. Essential oil extracts were used throughout the dark ages in Europe for their anti-bacterial and fragrant properties.

In modern times, the powerful healing properties of essential oils were rediscovered in 1937 by a French chemist, Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, who healed a badly burnt hand with pure lavender oil. A French contemporary, Dr. Jean Valnet, used therapeutic-grade essential oils to successfully treat injured soldiers during World War II. Dr. Valnet went on to become a world leader in the development of aromatherapy practices. The modern use of essential oils has continued to grow rapidly as health scientists and medical practitioners continue to research and validate the numerous health and wellness benefits of therapeutic-grade essential oil.