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At the end of August last year while my kids and I were anxiously awaiting the start of the new school year we noticed we all had itchy heads. I didn't give much thought to it as I had just switched our shampoo and I attributed the itching to dry scalp. It wasn't until the second day after school started when I realized, much to my dismay and embarrassment, that we all had head lice. For sure, this was no way to start the new school year. I was mortified and felt completely overwhelmed by the whole situation.
Because I was completely freaked out and in need of a quick fix I wasn't prepared to handle the situation in a natural way and I certainly wasn't thinking of sitting down and researching home remedies for head lice. I just wanted to get rid of these nasty creatures and get rid of them NOW! So, I did what most people do and ran right to the local drugstore and purchased the first lice treatment product I could find. This was regardless of the fact that it was, for sure, chemically laden. I was a woman on a mission.
While I was applying the lice treatment the stench of chemicals was incredibly powerful. I couldn't help but wonder how caustic this product must be and what kind of effect it would have on us. Add to that my misery of having to re-apply the product to two of my four children because the first application was ineffective.
For the next 4 days I became Monkey Mom and Laundry Queen all at the same time and I had lots of nit picking time to ponder such phrases as "do you have to be so nit picky", "what a louse" or "this is louse-y".
When I had a chance to research head lice and head lice treatments I found that the product I used contained lindane, a chemical which is structurally very similar to hazardous banned pesticides such as DDt and Chlordane. Lindane, according to Wikipedia, primarily affects the nervous system, liver and kidneys and may be a carcinogen and/or endocrine disruptor. Great right?
My research also enlightened me to the fact that head lice are becoming resistant to the insecticides and pesticides currently on the market very much like germs are becoming antibacterial resistant due to the overuse of antibacterial products. These products are turning head lice into super head lice. This came as no surprise to me given the need for two applications of these chemicals to my children.
Below is a video by CBS News on the Super Lice and how this is not a myth.
Pesticide resistance is a good reason to turn to essential oils for the treatment of head lice. Essential oils are derived from plants and, like humans, no two plants are exactly alike. This individuality allows the compounds that make up the essential oil, the plant's lifeblood, to be unique. This uniqueness prevents any lice or germ from replicating the oil and from allowing it to become stronger.
You can be sure that if there ever is a next time I have to deal with head lice or nits there is no question I am using my essential oils. That is, now that I have them on hand!
Don't get caught without your essential oils. If you have concern over head lice this year and don't want to use chemicals to treat them may I recommend you make sure you have these 100% Therapeutic Grade Oils in your home too:
Dilute 50-50, 1 tsp. applied to scalp. Massage into enire scalp, cover with disposable shower cap and leave for a least 1/2 hour. then shampoo and rinse well. Use the following rinse:
Mix into a container with a watertight lid. Shake vigorously, then pour over hair making sure every strand is rinsed. This should be done leaning over bathtub or sink. This is not recommended if you are still in the bathtub as lice may cling to other body hairs. Dry naturally. Repeat daily until lice and eggs are gone.
Ahh, just typing that out smelled good
Don't have head lice but looking for Head Lice Prevention? Try adding 2-3 drops of Tea Tree Oil into your Shampoo or Conditioner. Lice don't like the smell.
Are you ready for back to school? If you're a parent with a school aged child this is a question you hear constantly this time of year. My answer is always no!
Let me clarify, from a tangible, physical standpoint we are ready - we have our clothes, our backpacks are packed, and we have our much needed school supplies but it seems, in our house, we are never emotionally ready.
In our house the start of the school year is filled with emotions. Depending on which one of my four children you speak with you'll get a different emotion associated with school. The range is wide and includes nervousness, anger, excitement, anticipation, and confidence. Add to that my own anxiety and anticipation for what the school year will bring and what you have is a house filled with emotions running on high.
To me there's no better time to ensure that my back to school arsenal is well stocked with essential oils and nutritional supplements to help make a smoother transition from summer to school. It gives me some peace of mind to know I can help alleviate some of our anxieties with proper nutrition and with the help of 100% pure essential oils. Following is what I have in our back to school arsenal to help us start the school year off right.
Good nutrition is key for a happy mind and body and is vital to build a healthy immune system. To help bolster my kids' emotional and physical health I supplement their diets with:
Kids MightyVites - A nutrient-dense whole food source multi-vitamin which contain super fruits, plants and veggies that deliver the full-spectrum of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients for children's developing bodies.
Omega Blue - clinically proven dose of omega-3 (EPA, DHA) fatty acid nutrients. Fish oils and omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to help children who cannot focus while at school. We've had great results using Omega-3 fatty acids. These work great for my older guy as he can swallow pills but for my younger ones I use Coromega Omega-3 Supplement
NingXia Red Singles - I drop one of these single packs in the kids lunch boxes to give them a good boost of vitamins and minerals in the middle of their day. Its an excellent way to ensure they are getting their needed vitamins throughout their day.
Manna Bars - a multi grain snack bar made with nutrient-rich whole foods. The bars are a healthy snack alternative to other sugary non-nutritious snacks and give good steady energy to busy minds and bodies.
Aromatherapy, through the use of Essential Oils, is a great way to help your child through times of nervousness, anxiety, to help clear their minds, and to help them with studying. Using a cold air diffuser at home and having them wear a Terra-cotta pendant or bracelet at school is an excellent way to provide the needed aromatherapy. Read Aromatherapy for Students to learn more about using essential oils for improving concentration, increasing memory, improving study skills, and helping your student think clearly. Here is a list of the oils we'll be using throughout the school year:
Lemon - When diffused, lemon has been known to refresh and stimulate the mind, improve memory, and promote a sense of well-being. Its scent is revitalizing and uplifting. My middle guy will have this on his Terra-Cotta Pendant, especially on his first day of first grade. This is his favorite oil and I am sure it will bring him comfort while away from home. We will also be diffusing lemon while doing homework.
Peppermint - Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness. We'll diffuse this oil during homework if we are having trouble concentrating.
Clarity - After researching this blend for a friend I had to add it to our arsenal. I am putting this essential oil blend in a roll on for my oldest son to discretely apply to his wrists when he feels he needs focus. After reading about the benefits of Clarity I am hopeful that it will help.
Jasmine - My daughter Cait will wear this on her Terra-Cotta Pendant. Jasmine relaxes, soothes, uplifts, and enhances self-confidence. This is her oil of choice and in my opinion, it couldn't be a better oil for her to take to school.
Peace and Calming Essential Oil Blend - This is a must have! When diffused, it helps calm tensions and uplift the spirit, promoting relaxation and a deep sense of peace. When massaged on the bottoms of the feet, it can be a wonderful prelude to a peaceful night's rest. Peace & Calming may be especially calming and comforting to young children after an overactive and stressful day.
Thieves Essential Oil Blend - My children won't leave for the day without a loving foot rub with Thieves Essential Oil Blend. This is a fun ritual we perform every morning. Its a great time to give your child that extra love they need to start the day happy. You'll also be giving their bodies help in fighting off all those nasty germs that they encounter throughout their day.
And while I am providing my children with good nutrition and helping them by using essential oils it is ever important to make sure I am protecting them from all the germs that are abundant in their classrooms. So, in addition to their morning foot rubs, each of my children's backpacks contains their own Thieves Hand Purifier for use throughout their day. I love this hand purifier because it doesn't contain the antibacterial triclosan nor the dreaded isopropyl alcohol that poses problems when children ingest it. I love this purifier because the Thieves essential oil blend remains on the skin to continually purify long after application.
What's in your back to school arsenal?
If you have any questions or would like help with any of the items discussed above, please contact me. I am more than happy to help!
Jane e-mailed me the other day and asked about oils that can help with focus. She was concerned for someone she loves and thier challenge with focusing, especially with school starting. Jane heard about the essential oil blend Clarity and wanted to know what information I had on it.
I was familiar with the study on Peppermint Essential Oil conducted by Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati. He found that inhaling peppermint oil increased the mental accuracy of students by 28 percent but I was unfamiliar with Clarity.
Thanks to Jane I found that this is an oil I want in my home. Read on and you will see how beneficial this oil can be. You may even find that you want a little Clarity in your life too:
Clarity – promotes a clear mind and amplifies mental alertness. Improves mental activity and vitality and increases energy when overly tired.
Includes these oils:
Cardamom – uplifting refreshing and invigorating. It may be beneficial for clearing confusion. Found to enhance performance accuracy.
Rosemary – helps overcome mental fatigue, stimulating memory and opening the conscious mind. When inhaled was found to boost alertness, ease anxiety and amplify analytic and mental ability.
Peppermint – inhaling increases mental accuracy by 28%
Basil – alleviates mental fatigue and muscle spasms.
Bergamot – is uplifting and calming. Relieves anxiety, stress and tension.
Geranium – antispasmodic, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, and uplifting.
Jasmine – is stimulating to the mind and improves concentration
Lemon – stimulating and invigorating, induces relaxation, and reduces depression.
Palmarosa – stimulating and revitalizing, enhances both nervous and cardiovascular system
Roman Chamomile – combats restlessness, tension, insomnia. It purges toxins from liver where anger is stored.
Rosewood - is high in linalool which as a relaxing, empowering effect
Ylang Ylang – helps bring about a sense of relaxation.
Because of the citrus oils in Clarity (Bergamot and Lemon) there could be possible sun-skin sensitivity. Avoid the sun if using the oil on skin that will be directly in the sun.
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