WHY WAIT TO ELIMINATE THE WEIGHT

JUST BREATHE IT IN....AND LOSE THE WEIGHT

Weight loss can be as easy as breathing!  What?  Yes, we can use aromatherapy to your weight loss plan.  Here's why:  "diffusing or directly inhaling essential oils can have an immediate positive impact on moods and appetites."  

There is a medical reason for 'breathing-in" essential oils that works.  "Olfaction [breathing in fragrances] is the only sense that can have direct effect on the limbic region of the brain.... some essential oils ... can stimulate blood flow and activity in the emotional centers of the brain."  We all know that some aromas can set off unhealthy eating and now you know that some pleasing aromas from some essential oils can reduce appetite.  

Those oils are:  

Grapefruit:

which was cultivated in early 18th century Asia, West Indies & the Mediterranean coming to America in the 20th century containing the properties of a Diuretic, Antidepressant, and Stimulant.  Plus a GREAT source of vitamin C.

AND

Roman Chamomile:

as a sweet scent which is used to relax the body and calm the mind.  We all need to relax when it comes to weight loss and let our lives change as we adapt to a new way of living.

Blending these oils with a healthy life-style with less meats more veggies, less carbs, a few fresh fruits each day and 18 minutes of exercise a day will help in weight loss.  

My favorite weight loss system is Weight Watchers.  They present a balanced, healthy, live-where-you're-at-program without having to purchase prepared meals.  You can go to just about any restaurant or market and get what you need.  I started Weight Watches right after my third baby.  It helped me learn what I needed to in order to become a healthy weight again.  I wish I'd known about essential oils then but I'm glad I do now and I can share it with you. 

If you select to order you can use my 10% off coupon code:  sunshine818 after you click on: http://www.sparknaturals.com/   
and begin breathing and getting healthier. 

CHRONIC PAIN DRAINS ENERGY

YOU DON'T HAVE TO LIVE WITH PAIN

Living with Chronic Pain is debilitating, it changes the way you live, affects every aspect of your life, and drains your energy one minute at a time.  

For those with chronic pain the days are long and the feeling is one of isolation.  Have you experienced these feelings?  

There is an essential oil blend that can alleviate the pain naturally without the side affects of synthetic drugs.  It contains one of the most expensive oils found called Helichrysum.  Alone this oil is about $249.  In Spark Naturals Blend called AMEND it is one of six ingredients that can help pain in muscles and joints.  Use in a roller-ball bottle so you can take-and-go to use every two hours in the areas of the pain.

For optimal relief you can add three others oils in a roller-bottle: Spark Naturals Wintergreen, Clove and Peppermint with a small amount of a carrier oil like coconut.  You can use this blend in the morning and evening an hour after applying Amend.  Blending them with a carrier oil is the best policy for young or sensitive skin. 

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and this link to be on your journey to pain relief:

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Help is on the way so hop on this journey

STRETCHING IS UNDER RATED

STRETCHING DAILY CAN ADD 10 YEARS TO OUR LIFE

Stretching may just seem like "another" good idea but not something that is necessary for our exercise routine.  Like it's something we do "if we have time" before or after our workout.  After all, the main idea is getting out there and moving whether it be running, walking, or a class at the gym, right?

Ops, not so fast, my friend, stretching can help your flexibility, which may prevent injury not only during a workout but in your daily living adding to a quality life.  

We need to understand why stretching can help and maybe even more importantly how to stretch correctly.  We can even stretch where we spend the most time and it could even be.....at the computer!

Stretching can decrease your possibility of injury so your joints move through their full range of motion all of the time. 

An example, if your Achilles tendon (this has been my issue from years of running) is tight and lacks flexibility it can increase your risk of tendinitis.  With stretching you can improve the range of motion in your ankle.  And make air circles with your feet after your stretch to allow the blood flow to reach all parts of your foot.  It's important to take care of our feet that carry us around all day everyday!

Stretching can help flexibility and "that" can give you better performance at work or ease in all physical activities.  

Stretching the right way:

Gently stretch before 

and always stretch after a workout 

or if you've been sitting in one position for longer than 20 minutes.

Never stretch 'until it hurts' the old phrase 'no pain no gain' is NOT GOOD when we talk about stretching.  

Stretch so it feels good and work up to a hold for about 30 seconds. 

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Stretching can lengthen your life because it increases blood flow to the muscles you are stretching and it improves the quality of life with less pain and a lot less stiffness.  You'll even sleep better!  Makes sense, right?  I thought you would agree! :)  And you don't even have to be in workout clothes to stretch!  Hooray for that!

When muscles get over extended  and you do have sore muscles (hey, it happens to all of us) you can use: 

AMEND THE SOOTHING BLEND from Spark Naturals.  It's great for helping sore muscles recooperate faster and for easing joint pain.

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EXERCISE FEEDS THE MIND

IS THERE A CONNECTION BETWEEN EXERCISE & THE MIND

YES!

My friend, Nina, heads out all aerobics at the Orem Recreation Center in Orem, Utah!  She is one wise woman with three adult children.  There are some weeks she teaches 20 classes a week that includes Cardio, Zumba and Yoga!  Her life is a symbol for what she stands for which is how a healthy workout  once a day keeps your mind clear of stress and brings clarity.  She is a user of Essential Oils and uses them in her Yoga class during cool down.  She recently (2-years ago) has taken her health to another level by eliminating all meat and practicing the vegan lifestyle.  She has improved her health with leaps and bounds! 

I'm not as brave as Nina nor do I work out more than once a day but I am a bit of a health advocate.  We've all heard of "runner's high" and it's anti-depresant results is true!  The endorphins created during a cardio workout ease the stress hormones in our body!  That should help in our relationships and our career creativity!

Exercise makes an impact on everyone's brain on so many levels.  It not only boosts our heart rate and pumps more oxygen to the brain it aids the "release of a plethora of hormones, all of which participate in aiding and providing a nourishing environment for the growth of BRAIN CELLS."  IT EVEN CREATES GROWTH OF NEW NEURONAL CONNECTIONS IN OUR BRAIN!  Exercise is for all ages:

Nina has shared with me that an 18 minute cardio workout a day is all we need to sharpen our brain and help us keep fit.  She has also taught me that we should include stretching as part of a program after our strength training.  That's a subject for another blog.  

I started running when my 3rd child was 4 months old in the fields behind our vacation spot in Hawaii. It was to become a 15 year relationship that I grow to love and depend on to calm my stress even through a very sad divorce leaving me with three children under 8.  I attribute that routine as one of three in keeping me sane during some heart-aching times.  I changed it up to a more complete workout at the gym.  It makes all the difference in my day.  I let things roll off my back more easily and I have more energy.  

I always follow up my workout with a great hot shower and essential oils.  I love peppermint and lemon essential oils because they lift my spirit!  And Melaleuca Oil to ward off infections and boost my immune system.  

I am delighted to find Spark Naturals Essential Oils providing an affordable way to include EOs in our lives.  I am proud to represent them to you and hope you will try them.  When you do use my 10% off coupon code:  sunshine818 after you click on this link:  http://www.sparknaturals.com/

My Friend Is Fighting The Cancer Fight

Attitude Determines Altitude 

I'm watching a friend, Barbara, who is in a major fight with aggressive breast cancer.  She is a noble, gracious, kind, amazing woman.  Several of us have mobilized to make sure she has what she needs from rides to various appointments to meals and friendship.  Her husband passed away 17 years ago from colon cancer and she has never had children.  My heart is aching for her struggle right now.  Her dog Gwenie keeps her constant company and I'm so grateful she has her.  Through it all she has been optimistic and grateful for her life. She is at the beginning of her treatment.  One chemo down and several to go.

My daughter won the fight with Hodgkins Disease and my mother with breast cancer.  It's a reality of our day.  We ALL know someone with cancer.  

What can we do?  We help those we love through it, we can keep our bodies as healthy as possible by eating right and exercising, keep hydrated with at least 8 glasses of pure water a day and we can boost our immune system with the best essential oils as possible.  AND we can keep a positive attitude because as we all know ATTITUDE DETERMINES ALTITUDE on all the stages of life.  It makes our challenges more tolerable, our relationships better, our appreciation of life elevated, and actually keeps us more healthy!

It has been said that there is a biochemical connection between the body and the brain.  I recently read the following, 

"When these people are given hope and are able to think in a more positive manner, they develop stronger immune systems. A healthy immune system stands a better chance of fighting off diseases and allowing the person to regain good health. Part of the reason for this is that positive thinking and emotions give a person more energy and stamina; and that helps the immune system." 

It's the reason I chose the name:  Mind Body Heal. It's my passion to spread the news that EACH OF US HAVE THE POWER TO AFFECT OUR MIND AND IMPROVE OUR HEALTH. Jerry West said, "You can't get much done in life if you only work on the days you feel good."  Basically, we can't put off improving until we feel better.  That makes sense right?  It does to me. 

I want to take the most positive feelings I have and now pour it into my friend, Barbara. If I could do it with my mom and my daughter I can certainly do it for Barbara.  Yes, I can give her a little bottle of peppermint oil to help her nausea, headaches, and to lift her spirits.  But more than that I can give my support.  A person can't bottle that it has to be shared.  She is teaching me how to be brave.  My favorite phrase is, "When the student is ready the teacher appears".  She has appeared presently as my teacher.  While all of my blogs will not be this somber I wanted to share what is my driving purpose.  It is what guides me.  Many of you are my teachers also and I look forward to hearing from you on what drives you.  

SLEEP, LEARNING & MEMORY

SLEEP, LEARNING & MEMORY

Is there a connection?

Yes, sleep studies show that sleep plays a critical part in memory both before and after learning a new concept. The absence of healthy sleep not only affects our mood, and perception of what goes on around us but it also affects our motivation and judgement.  

I can remember studying all night for my first college exam and then going out on a date that night to a brand new popular movie with, Tim, a very nice guy.  The theatre was dark, the chairs were comfortable, and I did fall asleep.  I am sure my 'learning' ability in my other classes that day was useless not to mention how rude I was to fall asleep on a date.  If we are not alert we can cause car accidents, decisions at work that are critical to your future employment, and mistakes that are irreversible. 

WHAT IS HEALTHY SLEEP?

There are five stages of sleep. 

Stage 1:  A transition of awake and going to sleep 

Stage 2:  Body temperature drops, our brain waves change - lasts about 20 minutes

Stage 3:  We transition between light and deep sleep

Stage 4:  Lasts about 30 minutes and is going into deep sleep. Sleepwalking occurs here. 

Stage 5:  Deep sleep, our brain activity actually increases as do other body systems and our muscles relax.  Our voluntary muscles are actually paralyzed during stage 5.

Sleep, learning and memory are connected in a very real way.  The quality of sleep is so important and it affects our confidence in ourselves because how we learn and retain what we learn is tied up in self perception.  For at least 30 minutes prior to sleep we need to turn off the TV, computer, and our cell phone.  Creating a sleep atmosphere that is comfortable to each one of us is important.  So many of us do not take HEALTHY SLEEP seriously.  It is important in all of our relationships, our self image, and our careers. 

Helping that along is using the right essential oil.  Start with Lavender....and I will admit something it's not my favorite but it works on me.  I have many friends who love Lavender and so does my husband.  I diffuse it, put it on the sides of my neck or include it with my body lotion.  It 'always' relaxes me and I am always amazed.  Spark Naturals Essential Oil is affordable.  It's a little lovely plant with so many uses.  Helping to sleep is just one.

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Standard American Diet = SAD It's True on so many levels

DO WE NEED SUPPLEMENTS OR PURE ESSENTIAL OILS ADDED TO OUR DIET?

YES and here's why:

There are major downsides in the Standard American Diet and S.A.D. it is.  There is a huge excess of processed foods available today in our culture. 

Our BODY DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THESE PROCESSED PRODUCTS AS FOOD.  

YES we tremendously need

 Pure Essential Oils and/or organic supplements 

and we need to be eating Whole Foods

The photo above is typical of the American diet CHOICES and we all need to work together to educate ourselves about what goes in determines the outcome of a healthy body.

Here's the why:

When we take "whole food" into our body we are getting all the minerals of that food instead of an isolate of that product that might be in processed foods.  Whole Foods are even better then a smoothie because our body needs to "break down" or use our digestive system to be healthy.

 A synthetic essential oil or synthetic supplement 

is like a synthetic drug or food.

 It's not good for our body and especially not good for our liver.  

A proper functioning liver takes in the toxins & stores them keeping them away from our blood stream that nourishes our body. 

We need to decrease the toxins in our body not increase them which is what we are doing when we eat processed foods. 

Synthetic Drug or the apple a day!

We only have one body why not treat it better then we do some of the items we can't seem to live without:  our flatscreen, our car, cell phone, computer, or even our dog.  Health related companies are making huge bucks on our self-induced illnesses because of our choices.  Let's all stand up to making better choices. 

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Cinnamon Rolls & Wild Orange Go Together!

Nothing better than a cinnamon roll on a cool morning or even a cold evening in the fall.  When making your dough slip a few drops of Wild Orange Essential Oil into the dough while mixing.  The flavor is amazingly great and soooooo good for you!  It can enhance your mood and bring feelings of happiness, not to mention the cinnamon rolls!  

This is absolutely a comfort food but one worth visiting every now and then.  Hmmmm.... I think I smell them baking now, gotta go!  I'll run to the gym after I partake. :)
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ADD, ADHD, CANCER, FIBROMYALGIA, DIVERTICULITIS, HEART DISEASE

ADD, ADHD, CANCER, FIBROMYALGIA, DIVERTICULITIS, HEART DISEASE....and CHOICES THAT CAN CHANGE LIVES

I believe these are linked in a most frightening way!  I have learned by the trial / error method and I want to give to YOU what I have learned.     

My PASSION is to give back to you what others & life have taught me. This is a great part of my "Journey".  I've always been a believer that, "When the student is ready the teacher appears".  Many "teachers" have appeared in my life at just the right time. 

I want to share what I've learned (and I'm still learning) on how to live a better life no matter what it throws us.  Not all obstacles can be avoided but some of them are through our food choices.  However, when we are healthier in mind, body and soul we can deal with it better and be on a journey to healing.

1. Our Fast Food industry does not care about the quality of the food it sells it is ONLY money oriented!   I believe it is for the most part LOW QUALITY FOOD THAT IS ALMOST DEVOID OF NUTRIENTS  
2. The EXTREME value of drinking water and not sodas or even juices so high in sugar is monumental! And I can't say enough about the benefits of pure water. 
3. Plus there are many grocery store products approved by the FDA that cause us to be very unhealthy and nutrient devoid.  Most chips, pizza, candy, sodas, white sugar, and white flour, to name a few contribute to an unhealthy lifestyle.  The health damage they create us feeds our health care industry with wealth because we get sick from these foods. They make money because we are sick.
4. Our government is regulating and chemically generating even the "seeds" that are being used for our fresh foods.  Having our own organic garden is the best choice.  For those of us who are not in a situation to have their own garden, like me, need to be careful in our fresh food choices.
5. Washing produce before preparing for a meal is critical so the pesticides are not 'served up' at our table is one way to prevent chemicals entering our body that shouldn't be there that make us very sick.
6. The additives in our food have increased over the last few decades and so has ADD, ADHD, cancers and many other health issues.  Some of the preservatives are critically dangerous. 
7. There are toxins in polluted air, chemicals in our food that we are not aware of and germs that make us sick that we cannot eliminate.  Now what?  Using SPARK NATURALS ESSENTIAL OILS is a chemical free way of helping your immune system be as strong as possible.  
8. Why SPARK NATURALS?  There are many great essential oil companies around that have pure oils.  I have used many of them.  Since most are multi-level-marketing their prices are higher which does not allow most people to use them.  
1. SPARK NATURALS is a direct pure essential oils company without the use of MLM which makes it affordable!  Once I found them my family, customers and I said, "WE ARE IN!" 
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10. OIL APPLICATION is easy:  Place a few drops of the oil of your choice in the palm of your hand then on the bottom of your feet in the morning and/or at night.  Sometimes a tsp of carrier oil is required or preferred.  Allow the oils to absorb before putting on shoes, socks or stepping onto the carpet - rubber flip flops are ok.  
11. If you choose to order oils that are best for you use my coupon code:  sunshine818 and going to this link:    http://www.sparknaturals.com/    You'll be happy you did as you begin your journey to take another step towards improving your life.
12. Or you can contact me at my email address:  nancy@mindbodyheal.com    I'd like to hear from you and hear what you have to say, if you have questions, want to share your experience with challenges, or want to share what you have done to improve your life.  I'd like your feedback.

Autism, Aspergers, ADD, & ADHD

So many concerned individuals with High Functioning Autism, Aspergers, ADD and ADHD these days.  One fact for sure is that those with one or more of these conditions have VERY high intelligence levels AND CAN CONTRIBUTE GREATLY TO SOCIETY.  A lot of the time they can't express it -- THE GOAL IS TO HELP THEM EXPRESS AND SHARE THEIR THOUGHTS.  Usually (not always) they are quieter then others, not showing a lot of facial expression, and holding in their thoughts.  As adults they a lot of the time have learned how to function and when to interject their thoughts in conversations.  They usually have a hard time focusing on more then one train of thought at a time.  In social conversations the subject switch many times.  Hence they have learned to quiet their thoughts socially.   

Many times drugs are prescribed and sometimes that is what is needed.  Spark Naturals Essential Oils have made several of their products available and they are chemical free.  SPARK NATURALS JEDDY'S BLEND ESSENTIAL OIL has done wonders for the creator's now 8 year old son, Jeddy.  At a time when his teacher was a bit worried about having him in her classroom this blend bought him to a level where he could function with less anxiety, more clarity & focus, and enjoy life more fully.  Not only has this blend helped hundreds of others, including adults, but it has provided a safer environment mentally, socially and physically for those with High Functioning Autism, Aspergers, ADD and ADHD.

Application of SPARK NATURALS JEDDY'S BLEND ESSENTIAL OIL is simple:  a few drops on the bottom of the feet (including toes) with a small amount of carrier oil (my favorite is Organic Cold Pressed Coconut Oil).  Also at the back of the neck near brain stem and on the wrists.  ONE SMALL DROP OF JEDDY'S BLEND --- ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MENTAL CLARITY

 

Change Your World: See Touch Feel

• YES, Change Your World and start with only 4 Essential Oils:  Lavender Oil, Lemon Oil, Melaleuca Oil and Peppermint Oil.  
• You can increase the quality of your own personal world with these four oils! 

Are you ready for this?  I think so!  Don't we all want a better and more economical way to solve health issues and CHANGE YOUR WORLD:  SEE TOUCH FEEL the difference they can make in your life.

LAVENDER OIL: can be used for Acne, Allergies, Anxiety, Asthma and Athlete's Foot.  AND Colic, Depression, Headache, Insect Bites/Sunburn, Earaches and Sleep!  My husband burned his finger on the grill as he BBQ-ed for 45 of us at a family party just 5 days ago. We applied Lavender Oil directly on the burn and it never blistered or turned red!!

LEMON OIL:  can be used for Colds, Corns, Dull Skin, Flu, Oily Skin, Varicose Veins, Warts, Cleaning scuff marks, in your Dishwasher, and on Hard Water Stains.  I've applied it to my skin to lighten dark spots by using a carrier oil each night!

MELALEUCA OIL:  Chicken Pox (applied to help dry up the pox after blisters break), Cold Sores, Minor Cuts and Scrapes, Insect Bites, Ring Worm, Athlete's Foot, Head Lice, and Dandruff and Dry Scalp.  I've applied directly on Insect Bites and it's calmed the itching, helped stopped infections, and made the insect bites go away faster.

PEPPERMINT OIL:  Calms Nausea, helps Vertigo, aids in Digestion Problems, lessens Headaches, and settles fevers.  I have had frequent Vertigo and when I apply on the onset of this condition my vertigo never reaches it's potential of incapacitating me as it has in the past.  I have been Vertigo free for a year and a half now because I use Peppermint Oil. 

Email me with any questions or comments because I want to hear from you:
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It's getting real time. Have any of you seemed to just "forget" things every now and then? Or maybe more often then 'now and then'? Maybe you have a child with ADD or ADHD? Or maybe you have to work long hours an need that extra help for your mental clarity. Guess what?!!! There is an Essential Oil for that called ;Jeddy's Blend' and it can help your recall of facts or data without the use of the dangerous power drinks, caffeinated soda drinks, or chemically generated mediations. You can use only a three drops on the bottom of your feet (don't forget your toes and at the back of your neck near the brain stem, and on your wrists. I use a carrier oil (coconut oil) in the roll on bottle. The result is a more alert and clearer thinking me and YOU!

The name of the company is Spark Naturals and here is the link:
http://www.sparknaturals.com/?affiliates=144

Next use my personal code for ordering so you can receive my discount:
Sunshine818

I selected Spark Naturals because it is not a Multi Level Marketing company, their executive staff is personable, their products are tried and tested and it's more economical than any Essential Oil Company I know. AND they purchase their oils from the same growers/processors as the higher priced companies that are multi level marketing and do not have the over-head of having to pay everyone along the way. The savings is passed on to you!

Let me know how you like it!

It's getting real time. Have any of you seemed to just "forget" things every now and then? Or maybe more often then 'now and then'? Maybe you have a child with ADD or ADHD? Or maybe you have to work long hours an need that extra help for your mental clarity. Guess what?!!! There is an Essential Oil for that called ;Jeddy's Blend' and it can help your recall of facts or data without the use of the dangerous power drinks, caffeinated soda drinks, or chemically generated mediations. You can use only a three drops on the bottom of your feet (don't forget your toes and at the back of your neck near the brain stem, and on your wrists. I use a carrier oil (coconut oil) in the roll on bottle. The result is a more alert and clearer thinking me and YOU!

The name of the company is Spark Naturals and here is the link:
http://www.sparknaturals.com/?affiliates=144

Next use my personal code for ordering so you can receive my discount:
Sunshine818

I selected Spark Naturals because it is not a Multi Level Marketing company, their executive staff is personable, their products are tried and tested and it's more economical than any Essential Oil Company I know. AND they purchase their oils from the same growers/processors as the higher priced companies that are multi level marketing and do not have the over-head of having to pay everyone along the way. The savings is passed on to you!

Let me know how you like it!

Often the use of a "carrier oil" helps the essential oil spread across the area of your body that you are treating. My favorite is Coconut Oil which can be purchased at any health food store. I prefer organic cold pressed. Put a little (1-2 teaspoons) in the palm of your hand and then a few drops of the essential oil of our choice. Blend with other hand and rub into the bottom of your feet. Voila! Put on some flip flips immediately after you apply and allow to absorb while you get ready for your day. You will feel the results within minutes! You can also use Vitamin E oil.

Essential oils have changed the way I think about healing.  They help my headaches, muscle aches, help me rest at night, help my clarity of mind, and even raise my immune system to a higher level.  And they do it without strange man-made chemicals that our body does not recognize.  Some of those chemicals have their own side affects.  I have not found side affects with Essential oils.  Many people. like many of you, have taught me how I can live a more confident & healthier life.  I look forward to meeting more of you and learning many more valuable lessons.  

I always wondered even as a child what in the world makes us sick even emotionally or what makes us better.   It was always a mystery.  As a nine year old I used to think "people" were someone's experiment sort of like an ant farm that I received as a gift that year.  I discovered along the journey that a lot of it has to do with attitude, acceptance and caring about one another.  For the next few posts I want to share a bit of my personal journey and I think many of you will relate.  And I want to share how essential oils have improved my life. 

I want to find out about your life and what makes your life better.  I am interested in you and want learn about some of the challenges you have had.  I would like us to exchange thoughts.