How to Get Long and Healthy Hair Naturally with Home Remedies

Jan 4, 2016 | Body & Beauty, Health & Wellness

Whether you’ve suffered a bad cut or are just ready to have more flowing locks, it’s common to want long healthy hair as fast as possible. While there are no guaranteed paths to hair perfection, there are some tried and true home remedies that help move the job along. Keep in mind that if your hair is breaking, thinning or growing slower than average, other factors may be contributing to the process such as the weather, your age, what foods you eat, living habits, and general overall health.

That being said, there are still many natural ways to hurry along hair growth that are easy and great for your health.

Home Remedy Tips to Get Long and Healthy Hair Naturally

Regular Trimming

We’ve all heard this one before, but there’s truth in it. Trim your hair 1/4 inch every 6-8 weeks.  It will clean the damaged ends off, allowing the shaft to continue growing out rather than in many damaged directions.

Up the Omegas

Eat a diet high in Omega 3, 6, and 9 nutrients for not only healthy hair but also for better brain function, healthy bones, and ligaments. This means your joints, your mind, teeth, and nails benefit too. Find omegas in flax seed, salmon, and in supplement form at any natural grocer.

Oil Massages

Just heat up a hot oil treatment, rub it into your scalp, wait a little while, and you’ll see the difference—your hair will feel thicker, softer, and longer. While you can always use a store-bought treatment, homemade hot oil treatments work just as well. Jojoba oil, coconut oil, olive oils, and most other oils you like will do wonders; just heat it up and apply thoroughly.

Egg Mask

A lot of people believe that this tip concerning how to make your hair grow faster doesn’t work well, but egg whites have been known for their healing properties and their ability to replenish hair, restore softness and shine. Just crack open a few eggs, strain out the yolks, and make an egg white mask for your hair. Your hair will look ten times healthier instantly and will feel a lot stronger as well—ultimately allowing your hair to grow faster.

Keep Hydrated

Water helps process and flush out toxins in our bodies faster, meaning drink water is a quick, easy, natural method to improve hair health. If you drink about 8 cups of water a day, not only will your body feel better, but your hair will get stronger. The stronger your hair, the faster it grows. Drinking water also keeps your hair hydrated from the inside out. Hydrated hair is happy hair.

Brush Smartly

Brushing your hair once or twice in the morning and once or twice at night will stimulate the circulation in your scalp, feeding hair follicles and ensuring undisturbed hair growth. But never brush when your hair is wet. That can cause severe breakage, which ultimately stunts hair growth. Use wide-toothed combs instead, especially if you experience tangles. And lastly, start at the bottom and work your way up to detangle at the source, rather than breaking them to untangle the mess.

Heat Safety

Try to stay away from blow dryers and heated tools since they burn the hair. If you MUST use them, be sure to use a heat protecting spray or creme first, before styling. Keep in mind that the sun damages hair as well. In warm weather, or intense sunlight (even in the winter), keep a hat on to protect your hair from drying and burning. If you like pulling it back, spend the next 2 months with your hair tied back to give it a break.

Eucalyptus, the Miracle Plant

Get into a sauna, steam room, or even your shower, and spray Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist near your head one to two times a week. Spray from an arm’s length away, never onto the head directly. The circulation-promoting plant oils will penetrate into your open pores, waking up the follicles. Add to this a gentle scalp massage, and you’ll have one happy head!

Are you ready to ditch dry, damaged hair? Then put these home remedies to good use!

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Reverse Adrenal Fatigue Naturally with These Simple Home Remedies

Dec 8, 2015 | Health & Wellness

Nobody likes that feeling of exhaustion that hits right around 3 pm, where you have to wonder if just one more cup of coffee is a good idea. You don’t know how to do without it. And on top of it all, you’re counting down the hours left until you can sleep again.

If you have felt this way or feel this way now, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, for many, just because you finally have the chance to sleep at night, doesn’t mean that you will. You might just lay in bed, ready to rest, only to find your brain won’t let you. These are very common symptoms of adrenal fatigue, also known as burnout.

Adrenal fatigue is very dangerous and left to its own devices can lead to serious autoimmune diseases. If you’re not waking up energized and rested, if you’re finding yourself craving caffeine or sweets come mid afternoon, you might be dealing with adrenal fatigue. And we want to help you by sharing some simple home remedies that will help you feel rested, boost your immune system, and jumpstart your energy levels.

Simple Home Remedies and Tips to Reverse Adrenal Fatigue

Early to bed: This one may seem logical, but it’s true nonetheless. Make sure, if you’re dealing with extreme exhaustion, that you commit to a good 30 days of going to bed early. Sure you might miss out on late night activities, but you’ll get your health and energy levels back, which you’ll find is worth it.

Hydration: Adrenal fatigue causes dehydration. To reverse the effects, make sure you’re drinking water constantly throughout the day. Think of your tired self as a wilted flower. Water the flower, and it will stop being wilted. Your brain needs adequate water to function, so give as asked.

Invigoration: Don’t just pinch yourself to wake up, use Eucalyptus oil. Just a few sprays of Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist into your shower will wake up your mind from its morning fog. And as an added benefit, it will rejuvenate your circulation and respiratory systems, boosting your immune system as well.

B Vitamins: B Vitamins are necessary for proper adrenal function. Diets that are higher in fat and lower in carbs can rob the body of its needed B vitamins. Get a high quality supplement if you think you might not be getting enough from your diet.

No Toxins: Reduce or eliminate refined sugars and toxins from your diet. Your body’s insulin levels and defense systems rise and fall dramatically when having to deal with added toxins. This includes alcohol and sweets. Take some time off. You won’t regret it.

Stress Less: You might be surprised at how detrimental stress is to your health; especially your adrenals. Stress releases extra cortisol—the body’s stress hormone. Too much cortisol puts you at dangerous risk for autoimmune disorders. And it can take even more time and extreme amounts of rest to heal and reach homeostasis. If you know you have high stress, consider your options. Look for more ways to pause in your daily life and remind yourself of what’s important. Look for things to have gratitude about. Ask for help. Don’t put too much on your shoulders. Talk to your family and closest friends and let them know you need support in making changes.

We desire to support your health in any way possible. Don’t let stress and exhaustion rule your life. Take back control today.

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The BEST Home Remedies to Get Rid of Nausea Fast When You Have the Flu

Dec 2, 2015 | Health & Wellness, Seasonal

Flu season has officially begun, and no flu shot promises your protection. So whatever you do to try and keep it at bay, if nausea hits, you know what’s coming. No one wants to feel sick and down, much less have nausea following them around all day.

Even if you never get a full blown flu, feeling nauseous can both limit your productivity or keep you from being able to do anything at all.

We want to give you some natural ways to beat those nasty nauseous feelings and boost your immune system while you’re at it.

First of all, the best natural remedies for healing nausea and vomiting fast, usually involve essential oils. They are convenient, easy to use, and perfect for when you have an upset stomach, stomach flu, or stomach ache.

Essential oils penetrate the skin and circulate throughout the body in a matter of minutes. In addition to absorbing them through the pores, they work just as well when inhaled and dispersed through the lungs. This is great news because if you’re suffering from stomach ailments or nausea, you likely can’t handle taking medication orally anyway.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Nausea Fast When You Have the Flu

  1. The best essential oils for easing nausea are eucalyptus and mint. The best way to use them? By purchasing our Mint-Infused Eucalyptus Oil. For fast, effective help, spray the oil directly into the steam of a shower. Just spray, get in, and breathe. Let the oils do their work. This is the ideal Eucalyptus oil and mint combination that not only refreshes but keeps you healthy (and kicks the flu) as well.
  2. Another remedy is apple cider vinegar. Be sure to ask your local natural foods provider for organic, unfiltered and raw apple cider vinegar (ACV), as this is the most potent and effective. Add 1-2 TBSP of the ACV to an 8 oz. glass of water. Add honey or stevia to sweeten and make the taste more palatable. Drink this every hour or two until you feel relieved.
  3. Lastly, take activated charcoal. Activated charcoal is a binder, meaning that once taken internally, it acts as a magnet for toxins, quickly absorbing and flushing them out of your system. You can find activated charcoal at most natural health and food stores.

If you’re tired of using less than helpful products to feel better and are ready to experience true health and vitality, start with a powerful small step. Our Mint-Infused Eucalyptus Oil will help you live a life free of nausea and stomach pains.

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How to Relieve Sinus Colds Naturally Before the Holidays

Nov 18, 2015 | Health & Wellness, Seasonal

It never fails. A fun and festive holiday is approaching and you are blessed with the gift of a sinus cold. Who wants to be in the family photo with a red nose and watery eyes? Nobody does and that’s why we want to share the powerful natural ways you can be sinus pressure free for this year’s Thanksgiving feast.

Preventing Sinus Colds

The first step is always preventative.

If you know you are prone to winter colds, make sure your immune system is strong enough to ward them off. Some simple ways to do this are to dress warm, keeping your neck, back and feet well covered. Get enough sleep. Drink hot herbal teas and warm lemon juice with honey. Eat garlic and limit the amount of sugar, white pastas, and breads you consume. This will put you on a good path.

Steam with Eucalyptus to Relieve Sinus Colds

But if you already have a sinus cold, you need some quick relief. This is an easy and relaxing option for relieving sinus pressure and colds. There are two ways to do it.

First, start a hot shower or bath and breathe in the steam. The steam will break up the mucous and relax the tense muscles. Once you’re in the shower, add 2 or 3 sprays of Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist to the steam.

Your second option is a bowl of hot water. You simply pour boiling water into a bowl. Grab a towel, your bowl, Eucalyptus Oil Shower ShowerMist and sit comfortably at the table. Place the bowl in front of you. Add 1 or 2 sprays of the Eucalyptus mist to the bowl. The water should still be steaming. Then place the towel over your head and let it cover the bowl as well. You should be in a steam cave now. Gently inhale the Eucalyptus steam into your lungs through your nose and feel the congestion break.

Eucalyptus not only breaks up the congestion, but it’s also an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral. This means it’s going to calm down your inflamed sinuses while killing the bacteria and viruses that started the whole mess.

You don’t have to be miserable anymore. Find relief today.

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The Best Natural Solutions to Relieve Flu Symptoms

Nov 13, 2015 | Health & Wellness

You’re too busy to get the flu, but the latest flu shots don’t seem to be getting the preventative job done. How will you stay healthy, not miss work, and keep loved ones healthy? You need a solution that you can depend on, that’s strong, effective, and safe. That’s what we want to share with you.

Your health deserves options. And you definitely deserve to go to work healthy and at your best.

The best way to heal is to prevent illness before it starts. Bolster your immune system and keep it clean. So, how do you do that?

Relieve Flu Symptoms with Steam

Steam is one of the best things you can do for the cold and flu. Our bronchial passages open up and relax their tension upon meeting steam. To enhance the effects of the steam, spray our Eucalyptus ShowerMist into it and inhale the relieving aroma. Eucalyptus oil not only stimulates the immune system but also relieves pain and acts as an anti-bacterial agent. Simply spray into shower steam or into a stove top pot for faster inhalation. Do this twice per day.

Homemade Immune Boosting Tonic

Making your own tonic is a strong way to support your immune system whether you want to keep the germs away or get better faster. Combine in one glass:

-1 TBSP raw honey

-1 TBSP raw apple cider vinegar

-1 crushed garlic clove

-1 drop of oregano oil.

NOTE: Keep in mind that oregano—a powerful antiviral and antibiotic—is a HOT oil, meaning that it can burn your skin if it’s too strong.  Be sure to only put one drop per glass. If the oil gets on your lips, simply rub olive or coconut oil on them rather than water as water will only intensify the heat.

Both remedies have significantly treated and helped cure more quickly the many different symptoms that are common with this year’s cold and flu viruses.

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How Eucalyptus Can Help You Stay Healthy This Winter

Nov 11, 2015 | Health & Wellness, Seasonal

Including essential oils into your daily routine will help boost your immune system, speed up recovery time from illnesses, and lift your mood. So take control of your health and get the best essential oils to boost your immune system for the winter.

Simple ways Eucalyptus helps you stay healthy this winter

  • At the first sign of a cold or sinus infection try a facial steam with our Eucalyptus ShowerMist. Spritz the spray once in a glass bowl then fill it with hot water. Place a towel over your head, close your eyes and breathe the antibacterial/antiviral steam deeply in through your nose. Do this two or three times during the day as the infection is beginning and it will often shorten the length of sickness or even stop you from becoming sick altogether. If you can’t do a steam, try dropping a few drops of the essential oils on a tissue and breathe it in throughout the day. You will still get the therapeutic effects of the oils.
  • Use two or three sprays of our Lavender-Infused Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist on the bottom of the shower before you turn the water on. This will disperse the oil into the air and as you breathe it in you will support your immune system. This will not only uplift your spirits but also energize and relax your muscles. It also inhibits the growth of bacteria, making indoor air safer to inhale. For best results, diffuse essential oils diluted in water.
  • Salt or sugar body scrubs that have been blended with pure essential oils are a winter skin must-have. When you stimulate the surface of the skin with a scrub, it brings blood to the surface and helps rid the body of toxins through the pores. Doing a body scrub with peppermint or rosemary oil in the shower boosts the immune system while leaving your skin clean, soft, and moisturized.

Using our Eucalyptus oil in your shower steam can open up your bronchial passages for improved respiratory health, fight illness, and sustain your immune system to prevent illness altogether. And whichever method you choose to incorporate our high-quality Eucalyptus products into your life this winter, we know that you will enjoy the benefits.

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