Long Road to Recovery But I'm Back!!!

A lot of my friends and people in my ward have asked me where I've been; if I've been out of town, or if I've been sick.  Truth of the matter is, I had a severe sickness that left me down and out.  

After a few scary trips to the ER, I was diagnosed with Shingles.

 Shingles is a painful skin rash. It is caused by the varicella zoster virus. Shingles usually appears in a band, a strip, or a small area on one side of the face or body. It is also called herpes zoster.

Shingles is most common in older adults and people who have weak immune systems because of stress, injury, certain medicines, or other reasons. Most people who get shingles will get better and will not get it again. [Read more...]

The ER Doc prescribed me an antiviral medication (which made it worse) and pain meds (which made me act in a very unusual, uncomfortable for my family, way) so I stopped both.  But... I didn't want to go through this and have my family suffer that long.  The doc said it would last at least 2 months.  What was I going to do?

Well, I did what any essential oil junkie would do, start a regimen asap!

In place of the antiviral medication, I did some extensive research and found the following oils to be VERY helpful:

• On Guard - antiviral and helped with my immune system,
• Melaleuca - antiviral, for skin, among other things,
• Oregano - antiviral and very hot but works very well
• Lemon - helped with energy
• I took 3 d of each in a 00 vegetable capsule
• I also placed about 15-18 drops of each in a small spritz bottle with fco as a spray for the bottoms of my feet 3X a day.  This is why I healed faster than normal.

For pain and skin-itching, I made a spritz consisting of:

• Melaleuca - healed wounds fast
• Lavender - skin irritation
• Breathe - I didn't have Laurel but it worked just as well as cooling the skin
• Frankincense - when in doubt, use it
• Fractionated Coconut Oil - dilute oils and keep skin moist.  Worked like a charm

I was also on the LifeLong Vitality Pack (vitamins) which I'm sure helped keep me awake most of the time and sped up the healing.

I drank a lot of water with Lemon oil.

I also made an anti-viral spray for my room, bathroom, tub, and one for the house:

• 16oz amber glass bottle + spray top from AromaTools
• 1 1/2 distilled water (50 cents)
• 40-50 drops of On Guard doTERRA essential oil
• Shake well before use
• Can also use as hand-sanitizer

I also diffused On Guard in my diffuser.  I switched it out with Lemon to purify the air, and then Wild Orange & Peppermint to keep from feeling depressed while in the house for so long - it worked! (:

Shingles, my doctor said, would last from a month and a half to 2 months.  My shingles lasted a record time of 2-3 weeks.  Because I teach Primary, I thought I'd stay far away 'til my doc cleared me.  I didn't want to take a chance at spreading it, especially to my pregnant sister and nieces and nephews:(

I can honestly say that my testimony on Essential Oils has grown.  I believe the oils work!  I can tell and see the difference between prescribed meds and eos.

I did take a few pictures but I'd rather not share them.  Sorry:(

Thanks for ready and HAPPY OILING:)

Faga

PS: The funny thing about shingles is you think you can scratch it but you can't.  Because it's an illness onset by low immune, STRESS, and affects your nerves.  The only thing to do to avoid nerve-pain/-itching was to keep absolutely calm and free of stress!!!  Be sure that if you do get shingles, soothe pain by rubbing from the spine outward to the nerves in my arm.  I think this is why we all thought I was having a heart attack - pain shooting down my arm, the ER folks, was a sign of a heart attack.

Diabetes Tips

I am no doctor but you can call me a Diabetes pro since I've been a diabetic for over 15 years.  Here are a few tips I'd like to share with you:

NATURAL SOLUTIONS for Diabetes
I have taken almost all prescribed medications and nothing has help me as much as natural health solution for Diabetes:

• LifeLong Vitality
• Essential Oils: 3 times a day in a capsule, add
• 5 drops Coriander
• 3 drops Cinnamon
• 3 drop Grapefruit (substitute with Lemon if you are taking Metformin)

WEIGHT LOSS HELP
It has been VERY HARD for me to lose weight because I really LOVE sweets, soda, salty snacks and fat food!  Since trying Slim & Sassy + TrimShake, last year, I lost 80lbs.

FOAMING HAND SOAP
Due to high sugars, diabetics frequent the restroom - frequent thirst and frequent urination.  I know, I've been there and done that!  What helps keep my hands hydrated and soft is a foaming hand soap that I make myself.

Recipe

• 1 c distilled water
• 2 T castile soap (Dr. Bronner's unscented baby safe)
• 1 T glycerinc
• 10 drops of each:
• Lavender
• Melaleuca
• Geranium
• Plus 6 drops of On Guard (fights off viruses)

LOTION
Using lotion that clogs up your pores is probably not a great idea.  Instead I use Fractionated Coconut Oil because it does just the opposite.

Recipe
In a glass roller bottle, I add the same ingredients as above + 2 T Fractionated coconut oil right after I wash and dry my hands.  Keeps hands nice and soft while it works to moisturize skin and fight off viruses(:

WIPES
Sometimes frequent visits to the bathroom can cause discomfort.  Because diabetes increases the chances of getting a UTI, these wipes will come in handy!

Recipe
Cut a thick paper towel in half with a serrated knife and place in plastic container with lid.  Use knife to cut an X in the lid for wipes to come through.

Mix together:

• 2 c HOT water
• 1 t coconut oil (LouAna's)
• 6 drops of each:
• Lavender
• Melaleuca
• Geranium

Pour HOT mixture over paper towel, let sit for a minute and pull out cardboard roll.
Voila... Soothing wipes!

I really hope this helps someone out there suffering with Diabetes and these side effects!  Thank you for reading,
♥ Faga

Disclaimer: The advice shared in this document has not been evaluated by the FDA. The products and methods recommended are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease, nor is it intended to replace proper medical help. Kindly understand that essential oils work to help to bring the body into balance - thus helping the body's natural defenses to restore homeostasis. Essential oils are not used to "treat" medical problems.

This is the Year!

Look at how HOT! my dear sister Mili looks!  She put her mind to conquering 2012 and she knocked it the eff out!  Choohoo!  She has been an inspiration to me all year last year and I just wanna shout from the rooftop that she ROCKS!  By the way, who's that handsome buggah?

Did "LOSE WEIGHT" make your NY resolutions again this year?

Fear not.  Whether you want to lose 5 or 105lbs, Slim & Sassy can help.  I'm not talking about anything you can pull of the shelf at the store.  Slim & Sassy is a metabolic blend found only at Doterra.  It's amazing because it not only curbs your appetite but curbs your appetite and lifts your spirits(:  Believe me, I lost 80lbs last year.  Yes although I don't look as SMASHING as Mrs. Galeai, I feel a lot better.

In fact, last year Slim & Sassy and other amazing essential oils changed my life:

• NO diabetic comas
• NO seizures or migraine headaches
• And a better outlook on life

No, don't believe me - try it for yourself!  Doterra has a promotion going on right now and a challenge you don't want to miss!  What's to lose but weight and a chance at $1,000 plus a bunch of great prizes.  One thing I know for sure you'll need to achieve your goals, besides the Slim & Sassy New You kit, is moral support!  The Slim & Sassy Challenge does just that!

If you need extra support, I can help!  Oh heavens no will I meet you at the gym, I'll set up a Facebook group that way we can keep track of each other(:  But hurry, this promo is good only until supplies last!  Here's the deal:

Contact me at (801) 400-9547 or email me: msjnuga@gmail.com

Remember: these products are in addition to healthy eating and exercise!  Learn a different lifestyle - a life of health & wellness.  Rock on!  Oh yeah, regardless of its name, this product is for men too.

Thank you so much for reading.  Here's to a very prosperous New Year.
♥ Faga

Vapor Rub & Shower Disks for my Honey Girl

The kids, Jen, and I were a bit bummed on Sunday night when we went over to Ken's house to see Kenzie and she was fast asleep.  Apparently, our Kenzie-Wenzie-Thursday-Friday (What, you don't know the song?) was sick.  I'm so sad when any of our grandbabies are sick.  To see then down and not smiling breaks my heart.

Because Kenzie (okay, I'll keep it short) will be crusing down the highway in a few days, I decided to make her (and her Daddy since he has sinus issues) a little vapor rub and shower disks.  This is a great way to clear up their blue skies. lol

Image coming soon.

Thank you for reading,
♥ Faga

Great Deals for Christmas Plus My New Body Care Line

Merry Christmas or should I say "Mele Kalikimaka"?  It being the week before Christmas, I thought I'd throw a Christmas Deal your way.  Be sure to remember your girlfriends this holiday season for WE ALL KNOW it is they that have helped you get through the year, no?

That said, here are two great deals on my new "Made with Love & Doterra essential oils" body care line {You are paying for ingredients and packaging.  Click links to get deal information.}:

Deal #1: Buy 3 Bath Salts or Body Scrubs for $10, Get a Body Butter FREE!

Deal #2: Buy 2 Body Butters and Get One Bath Salts FREE!


If you want to look and feel your best, but prefer to use natural, safe, simple products for your skin and hair, my new line of body products made with Doterra essential oils and other safe and natural ingredients have many health and beauty benefits including:

• Antimicrobial, protecting against bacteria, viruses and fungi 
• Anti-inflammatory, helping to repair tissue 
• Antioxidant, breaking down unstable oxygen molecules that can lead to skin damage and aging 
• Moisturizing for skin and hair

{Thanks Micelle Ullman!}

Lavender Body Butter $5

4oz. bottle

This body butter smells wonderful and leaves the skin feeling smooth and healthy.  This product is not only for us girls but for the men as well; use as shaving cream.

Lime Body Butter $5

4oz. bottle

As with other citrus oils Lime is known for its cleansing properties; is reported to improve the complexion and tighten the skin as well as having an uplifting effect on the spirit.

Precaution: Lime is photosensitive so if used topically on the skin the area should not be exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet light for 12 hours to avoid severe burning.

Serenity ♥ Peppermint Bath Salts $3.50

4oz. bottle

Serenity is a wonderful, aromatic way to beat stress and promote well-being.

Peppermint is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, astringent, expectorant and stimulant.

Wild Orange Body Scrub $3.50 

4oz. bottle

Wild Orange is uplifting, invigorating, disinfecting, and immune-boosting.  I use it to create the feeling of happiness and warmth, while calming nervous digestive problems

Stay tuned for more of my new "Made with Love & Doterra essential oils" body care line and more great deals!  Take care of your "besties", they will always be there for you(:  I know, I have 50 of the BESTEST besties everrr!

Happy Holidays and thank you for reading, 

♥ Faga