Fight Inflammation and Oxidation With Essential Oils

It is important to know that there are five major grades of oils, all having different degrees of quality: 1) industrial; 2) food-grade 3) fragrance-grade 4) perfume grade; and 5) therapeutic grade.

Pure therapeutic grade essential oils are the only grade I recommend for healing ourselves (body, and mind) and our environments. I endorse only Young Living Therapeutic grade oils for this reason. Therapeutic grade oils are distilled as a slower speed and a lower temperature so they take longer to make and thus are more expensive. All the other grades of oil have had their molecules fractured during the rapid distillation process. The pure extracted oils carry the essence, life force, and distinctive "finger-print" of that particular oil without any major damage to it.

Lesson: Don't just buy a cheap oil from the grocery store and expect therapeutic results and then complain that oils don't work. Of course, they will not work unless they have been distilled carefully and properly.

According to Floyd H. Chilton, PhD. "By my estimate, approximately half of all Americans suffer from an inflammatory disorder, and even more of us are at risk." Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils have potent effects against inflammation. The following essential oils work well against inflammation (see orange box if you want to purchase).

Frankincense This essential oil is recognized throughout the world for its anti-inflammatory action. Japanese researchers found that triterpene compounds in Boswellia carteri "exhibit marked anti-inflammatory activity," while a study at the University of Maryland School of Medicine showed that frankincense's boswelic acids alter production of the inflammation messengers interleukin-2 and gamma interferon and also have immunomodulatory activity.

Ginger A Danish study determined that ginger inhibits prostglandin and leukotriene creation with no adverse effects reported in the patients, some of whom were in this study for 2.5 years, ginger is a potent anti-inflammatory; and strongly affects the biomarkers of inflammation.

PanAway reduces pain and inflammation, increases circulation, and accelerates healing. Relieves swelling and discomfort from arthritis, sprains, muscle spasms and cramps, bumps and bruises. It is a Young Living blend of helichrysum, wintergreen, clove and peppermint.

Rosemary oil was found to "have a therapeutic potential in treatment or prevention of bronchial asthma, spasmogenic disorders, peptic ulcer, inflammatory diseases" and other conditions.

Relieve It is a Young Living blend that is high in anti-inflammatory compounds that relieve deep tissue pain and muscle soreness. It contains spruce, black pepper, peppermint, and hyssop.

Geranium A study at Teikyo University Institute of Medicine showed this fragrant essential oil can "suppress the inflammatory symptoms with neutrophil accumulation and edema (swelling)."

Trauma Life is a Young Living blend which is anti-inflammatory and helps one to release buried emotional trauma (i.e., accidents, death of a loved one, assault, abuse). It combats stress and uproots traumas that cause insomnia, anger, restlessness, and a weakened immune response. It contains Frankincense, Valerian, Geraniam, Sandalwood, Rose, Helichrysum, Spruce, Davana, and citrus hystrix.

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Free radicals cause oxidation in our bodies. Dr. Bruce Ames of the University of California at Berkeley estimates that the DNA of our cells is attacked by free radicals over 10,000 times per DAY. And then add in the free radical insults that come from pollutants in our environments and you will see how important antioxidants are!

Here is a list of oils which are antioxidant:

Clove, Thyme, Oregano, Rosemary, Ginger, Myrtle, Melissa, E. globulus, Laurus nobilis, Coriander, Geranium, M. alternifolia, Mountain savory, Fennel, Citrus oils, Basil, and Tarragon.

I also recommend Ningxia Red juice which is VERY high in antioxidants.

Essential oils have tremendous benefits when inhaled, ingested, or applied topically. I highly recommend Young Living Essential Oils for natural wellness. See the orange box for ordering instructions.

If you are interested in learning more, I have a great event to suggest - it's FREE and Fun! Simply Essentials Tour 2009 is coming to a city near you! Come and discover the secrets of a simpler, healthier lifestyle.

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