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Electrolytes are essential for us to be able to live, and all higher forms of life on this planet need them to survive. They have many important functions in the body, such as: Magnesium is very important for our body, as it helps in muscle contraction, lowers anxiety, supports proper heart rhythm, assists the function of the nerves, helps digestion, promotes bone strength and building and balances the protein fluid. Sodium is important because it assists the nerve signaling, muscle contractions, and maintains the fluid balance. Calcium prevents blood clots, blood clotting, supports the forming and maintaining healthy the bones and teeth, and helps with muscle contraction and cell division. Chloride is responsible for maintaining the fluid balance; Potassium regulates the blood pressure, heart contractions and  promotes proper function of the muscles. There can be many reasons for electrolyte imbalance, such as: Unhealthy diet Improper absorption of food nutrients Ch

This past week I have been fighting an annoying canker sore in my mouth. I remember growing up my Mom would have us gargle with warm, salt water when we got canker sores (or sore throats), but with alI the wonderful essential oils available today, I decided to do some research into homemade mouthwash/gargle options. By making your own mouthwash, not only can you to fight canker sores, but also bad breath! There are many different ingredient options for making your own mouthwash including:  fresh herbs, essential oils, vodka, witch hazel, hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, raw honey, stevia, xylitol, apple cider vinegar, glycerin, salt, etc. I looked at a lot of different recipes and then decided to come up with my own that included some of  my favorite flavors and offered the healing properties  I was looking for. Honey Mint Mouthwash 1 cup filtered, bottled, distilled, or mineral water (if you must use tap water, boil it first!) 1 tsp raw honey 1 tsp baking soda 4 drops 

WELCOME ! The other day my husband Dave came home from work with  a pounding headache. He usually takes Excedrin for headache relief, but apparently that wasn’t cutting it on that particular day. He actually asked me if I would make up one of my “voodoo essential oil cures” . lol. Well, I am no expert, but my SISTER is, and I remembered her posting something on her blog ,  Camp Wander , about  Peppermint  and  Lavender  bein g effective in  getting rid of headaches . So I dug through my ever-growing inventory of  essential oils  and found the Peppermint  and  Lavender  and proceeded to work my “voodoo magic”. ;-) That “magic” consisted of putting a couple of teaspoons of fractionated coconut oil into a little roll-on bottle, and then adding a few drops each of t he  Peppermint  and  Lavender EO’s. I then had him roll it on his forehead, temples and neck. I got distracted with something else after that, but about a half hour later I remembered to ask him how his head felt.

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Reflexology is one of the most popular complimentary therapies used by women before, during and after pregnancy. Reflexology aims to help balance emotional, hormonal and physiological changes within your body. It aims to restore the body's equilibrium, putting you in the best possible condition to conceive, and maintain a healthy pregnancy, while your body goes through significant and rapid changes. It may help to ease the demands of childbirth, and thereafter may be beneficial in helping both you and your new baby to enjoy each other during the first few demanding months of life together. souce 

Who and What is Reflexology good for? Reflexology is suitable for all ages. As well as relaxing the mind and body, reflexology may be effective for the following conditions: • Back and shoulder pain • Muscular & Joint Pain • Fertility issues • Skin Disorders • Ear Disorders • Sleep Disorders • Stress & Anxiety • Digestive disorders • Mental Health Issues • Blood Sugar Disorders • Poor circulation • Hormonal Imbalances • Thyroid disorders • Fatigue and low energy Can Reflexology make a condition worse? No, it will not make any condition more acute. Reflexology aims to normalise your body's functions. A Reflexology treatment aims to relieve the stress that can affect your health. It is a safe and natural way to better health. Can Reflexology diagnose a specific medical condition? No, its purpose is not to treat or diagnose for any specific medical disorder, but to promote better health and well-being in the same way as an exercise or diet regime.