My Health is Back Sliding and My Plan

I'm so thankful for help when I need it. I had a visit with my new naturopathic doctor. The last one I went to stopped me completely on all products for my health when I got pregnant with Braedon- baby number eight. I was so glad to find Cynthia my new naturopath. She is a very gentle naturopath trusting your body’s ability to heal itself. She mentioned that it most likely sent me backsliding when the last naturopath took me off everything. That is a huge and unnecessary shock to the body. Most women while pregnant can still supplement and help the body with professional help. If the medical industry gives pregnant women a variety of drugs during pregnancy that can do more harm than good, why should we stop healing the body while pregnant? It makes no sense to me.

I'm in the middle of another miscarriage. Losing a baby is never an easy thing. I know that one of my missions in this life is to have a large family and I desire so much to have more children. It was so disappointing to discover this loss. I do understand that my body is not healthy enough for a pregnancy at this time so we will re-evaluate later when I’m healthier.

We discovered that I have the following going on with my health:

• Diverticulitis
• Multiple Sclerosis- not in any kind of advanced stages
• 3 other auto-immune disorders which she wouldn’t tell me because she didn’t want to alarm me even more.
• Kidney stones in both kidneys
• Kidneys not working at full capacity
• Bladder has fallen some
• Gall stones
• Issues with my thyroid still- mostly due to lack of iodine in my body (T-3 and T-4)
• Adrenal exhaustion—this is chronic
• Yeast
• Allergies
• Swelling in the bones
• Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, or Mad Cow Disease
• Liver parasites
• Parasites in the colon and other places—this is chronic
• Problems in the uterus (along with the failed pregnancy)
• Problems with my Pituitary gland- it’s working overdrive for my thyroid.
• Hemoglobin problems.
• Problems with my pancreas —this is chronic
• Imbalance in my flora
• Imbalance of my master hormones
• High levels of radiation (from cell phone use!!)
• Severe edema (from the miscarriage)

Several of these things I was dealing with even four years ago. A lot of this is news to me. Either way, it was kind of a shock to know where I had gotten. My naturopath was shocked too and said she should never see so many things wrong in a 33 year old.

The swelling in the bones makes so much sense. For the last two months it has been excruciating to run or do any kind of exercise. My bones hurt so badly. I was at the point that I would take an Advil before a workout so that I could get through it without tears. I kept going, but it was difficult.

Since I lived in Germany during 1986-1989 I have never been able to give blood because we were potentially exposed to Mad Cow disease at that time. This is a disease that is still going on today and in the US too. http://www.organicconsumers.org/madcow.cfm

In addition to this list I have a list of allergies:

• Wheat
• Gluten
• Pumpkin
• Black olives
• Walnuts
• Chalk
• Cauliflower
• Almonds
• Okra
• Pecans
• Celery
• Cocoa
• Rabbits
• Pineapple
• Onions
• Mustard
• Shellfish
• Rice
• Beef


We talked about the positive effects the doTerra vitamins, essential oils, and exercise have had on my body. Those include: no viruses, or staph infections. My vitamin levels are good; although the iron is low (parasites feed on iron too). Low hemoglobin level is referred to as being anemic. My vitamin levels being good is a huge considering all through the years (including the 2 I was with my last naturopath) my vitamin levels were chronically off. That is saying something about these vitamins that I have been on for a year. (See below)

Also, I did not have a toxic amount of heavy metals in my body as I did 4 years ago. This is because I drink citrus essential oils daily. Citrus oils pull out the heavy metals from the body. My cardiovascular system is in great shape. My cholesterol is normal and blood pressure is low. BUT, my body needs more healing. I'm told to slow down the exercise dramatically right now to almost nothing at first and slowly build it back up.

Oh, for the radiation in my body, I’m to drink citrus essential oils which will pull it out. However, eliminating the radiation is imperative. I can’t just stop talking on the cell phone. What I did do was buy an ishield radiation protection chip. $30 is a small price to pay for protection in my book.

She muscle tested each thing to be sure it was what was best for my body. What I’m doing to heal my body now with the aid of the naturopath:

The Lifelong Vitality vitamins by doterra

It's 3 supplements which contain:

Alpha CRS+®

dōTERRA® Alpha CRS+® Cellular Vitality Complex is a proprietary formula combining potent levels of natural botanical extracts that support healthy cell proliferation and lifespan with important metabolic factors of cellular energy to help you live younger, longer. Alpha CRS+ is formulated to be used daily with xEO Mega® and Microplex VMz™ as a comprehensive dietary supplement foundation for a lifetime of vitality and wellness.

xEO Mega®

dōTERRA® xEO Mega® Essential Oil Omega Complex is a unique formula of CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oils and proprietary blend of marine and land-sourced omega fatty acids. Omega fatty acids help support healthy joint, cardiovascular, and brain health, support healthy immune function, and have been shown to help mediate healthy inflammatory responses in cells. A single daily dose of xEO Mega provides 100 milligrams of marine lipids with 340 mg of EPA and 240 mg of DHA and a blend of plant-sourced essential fatty acids. xEO Mega also includes 800 IU of natural vitamin D, 60 IU of natural vitamin E, and 1 mg of pure astaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant carotenoid harvested from microalgae. The bioavailability of the xEO Mega formula is enhanced through a nanosomal lipid assimilation system and is encapsulated in SLS-free vegetable liquicapsules.

Microplex VMz™

dōTERRA®'s Microplex VMz™ Food Nutrient Complex is an all-natural, whole-food formula of bioavailable vitamins and minerals that are deficient in our modern diets. The formula includes a balanced blend of essential antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E, and an energy complex of B vitamins presented in a patented glycoprotein matrix. It also contains food-derived minerals of calcium, magnesium, and zinc and 72 organic trace minerals for optimal bone and metabolic health. Microplex VMz contains dōTERRA's Tummy Tammer™ botanical blend of peppermint, ginger, and caraway to calm the the stomach for those who may have experienced stomach upset with other vitamin and mineral products. Microplex VMz is encapsulated using sodium lauryl sulfate-free vegetable capsules, does not contain wheat or dairy products, and does not include any animal products or synthetic ingredients.

Thyme Essential Oil

I mix this is a roller bottle with coconut oil to dilute it since it's a "hot" oil.

Diuretic - Use as a diuretic is one of the top health benefits of thyme. This herb helps to eliminate any excess fluid accumulation in the body, and can be very beneficial for reducing bloating.

Antiseptic- This oil works well as an antiseptic. Wound healing and infection prevention are both actions of the herb, and it can be used to clean minor scrapes and other wounds so that infection will not occur.

Antibacterial- Thyme essential oil has antibacterial properties and this oil can kill off bacteria inside the body as well as cleaning wounds on the outside.

Antifungal- Oil of the thyme plant is one of the most effective nail fungus cure products available anywhere. The herb naturally kills off many types of fungi.

Flatulence is another problem that thyme essential oil can help with. This oil prevents gas and bloating in the intestines by forcing the trapped air through the system faster and minimizing the effects that this air has in the body.

Improved Dental Health. Thyme is a home remedy that can actually reverse gum disease, and promote good dental health and fresh breath.

(Source: http://www.healtharticles101.com/top-10-thyme-essential-oil-benefits/ )

DigestZen

I’m taking 3 drops in a capsule with each meal.

Many essential oils have been recognized through research as powerful agents to help restore normal balance in the digestive system. DigestZen™ takes advantage of these well-established therapeutic compounds in a proprietary blend of pure essential oils. Ginger, peppermint, tarragon, fennel, caraway, coriander and anise each have specific attributes which add to the overall efficiency of this potent blend. When used internally, dōTERRA®'s DigestZen brings soothing digestive relief. For aromatic, topical, or dietary use.

Single oils contained in this blend:

Ginger- Is warming, uplifting, and empowering. It can help influence emotions, physical energy, love and courage. Because it has a calming influence on the digestive system, it can help reduce feelings of nausea and motion sickness.

Peppermint -Serves as an anti-inflammatory to the prostate and the nerves. It is soothing, cooling, and dilating to the system. It can also help with food poisoning, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence, halitosis, colic, nausea, and motion sickness.

Tarragon- Is useful in helping reduce anorexia, dyspepsia, flatulence, intestinal spasms, nervous and sluggish digestion, and genital urinary tract infection.

Fennel- Can help support the digestive function by supporting the liver. It may also help balance the hormones.

Caraway -Is antiparasitic and antispasmodic. It may also help with indigestion, gas, and colic.

Coriander - Is antispasmodic and has anti-inflammatory properties. It may also help with indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea, and other spasms of the digestive tract.

Anise- May help calm and strengthen the digestive system.

Since the following oils are all going over the kidneys (on the skin), I just mixed them in an essential oil roller bottle and am applying 3 times a day.

Wintergreen Essential Oil

The health benefits of Wintergreen Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties like analgesic, anodyne, anti rheumatic & anti arthritic, anti spasmodic, anti septic, aromatic, astringent, carminative, diuretic, emenagogue, and stimulant. Helps in removing pain by numbing the area where the oil is applied. It is a relaxant. Wintergreen Essential Oil will eradicate pain and will drive away stress and tension.

Anti Rheumatic & Anti Arthritic: This oil fights rheumatism and arthritis in two ways. First, when applied externally, it easily penetrates through the skin in the muscles and tissues and stimulates circulation of blood there. This, apart from bringing warmth to the affected place, helps clear obstructions in the flow of blood (which is one of the major causes behind rheumatism and arthritis) and it does not let toxins, like uric acid, accumulate at a place. Second, although absorbed through skin, when it reaches blood stream, it stimulates and increases urination and acts as a diuretic. This speeds up removal of toxins like uric acid from the body through urine. The removal of excess water, fats and salts through urine helps lose weight and this too counters rheumatism.

Anti Spasmodic: The relaxing and stimulating effect of this oil fights spasm in the respiratory, muscular, digestive and nervous systems and gives relief from congestion in chest, breathing troubles, asthma, spasmodic coughs, muscular cramps, digestive disorders, spasmodic diarrhea, convulsions and nervous afflictions.

Anti Septic: it is fatal to the bacteria and other microbes such a virus, fungi and protozoa also. This is utilized to fight infection causing septic. It kills the bacteria named Staphylococcus Aureus and cures septic. But care should be taken to avoid direct contact with blood and it should not be applied on open wounds. Neither should it be taken orally to fight septic in the internal organs. Just applying on the skin will be enough as it will easily penetrate skin, absorbed by the tissues and from there will be absorbed in the blood stream, thus spreading into the internal organs too.

Astringent: It induces contractions in the tissues of muscles, skin, blood vessels, and hair roots. When it comes to blood vessels, this contraction helps check hemorrhage from the wounded or cut vessels.

Diuretic: It stimulates the organs in the urinary system and filtration of water by the kidneys, thereby increasing frequency and quantity of urine. This is of great help as it speeds up removal of toxins like uric acid and others and protects from diseases like rheumatism and arthritis and others which are caused due to accumulation of toxins. It also removes excess water, fat and salt from the body, thus helping cure edema, water logging, hypertension, etc. This also keeps kidneys and urinary bladder clear and prevents formation of stones.

Emenagogue: Obstructed menstruation is a big problem faced by most women, more so in city life. This should not be taken lightly as it may give rise to very serious problems like uterine ulcers and even uterine cancer. It results in pain in the abdominal region, irritation, annoyance, hair fall, fall in health and feminine problems. This problem can be sorted out with the help of an agent that can clear this obstruction and restart menses. Further, it should also make them regular. Luckily, there are many essential oils which can do this and Essential Oil of Wintergreen is one of them. It opens menstruations and also helps get rid of problems like nausea, fatigue, pain etc. associated with periods. But again, it should not be taken orally.

Stimulant: it is a stimulant and it promotes discharge of gastric juices, bile, hormones, enzymes, ovarian and uterine discharges and even urine by stimulating liver, gall bladder, endocrinal glands and uterus. It also stimulates circulation of blood and lymph, digestion, excretion and the nerves.

(Source: http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-wintergreen-essential-oil.html)

Lemon Essential Oil

Traditionally, Lemon oil has many uses. It is a powerful antiseptic and can be an effective means to improve circulation. It is a considered to be an excellent antibacterial agent.

Like all pure essential oils, Lemon has a complete chemical profile just as it did in nature. One of the most impressive is limonene. Limonene has been extensively researched for its protective influence to cells. All citrus oils contain limonene as a major component of their structure. Lemon oil offers many possibilities for health improvement due to its defensive attributes, which can easily be distributed throughout the body, even to its very core–your cells!
Properties: Antidepressant, anticancer, antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, antioxidant, astringent, refreshing, invigorating and tonic.

Lemon essential oil has been used historically to combat food poisoning, typhoid epidemics, malaria, and scurvy. It has also been used to lower blood pressure, help with arthritis, liver problems, and muscular aches and pains.

May also help with blood pressure, anxiety, dissolving cellulite, debility, clarity of thought, energy, digestive problems, promoting leukocyte formation, gallstones, lymphatic system cleansing, liver deficiencies in children, strengthening nails, memory improvement, nervous conditions, nerves, sore throats, stress, respiratory problems, and promoting a sense of well being.

(Source: http://www.trydoterra.com/lemon-essential-oil )

Essential Oil Blend: Elevation (my favorite)

An uplifting combination of essential oils creates an energetic aroma that can help stimulate the body’s chemistry when feeling lethargic or sad. It is good for the adrenals, ADD, lack of energy, and more.

The fragrance is uplifting, refreshing, helps promote feelings of self worth, can help dispel feelings of depression, sorrow and anxiety. The blend can elevate your mood and increase your energy. For aromatic or topical use.

Single oils contained in this blend:

Lavandin- is an anti Depressant: Lavandin Oil boosts self esteem, confidence, hope and mental strength and efficiently fights depression. Anti Septic: it can protect wounds from being septic. Analgesic as an agent that reduces pain and inflammation. It is a nervine is an agent which keeps the nervous system in order and in good health. Lavandin Oil acts as a tonic for the nerves and the nervous system. It helps cure many nervous disorders such as shaking hands or limbs, nervousness, vertigo, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and convulsions, sluggishness, lack of reflexes etc. It strengthens nerves and activates them.

Tangerine- Anti Septic: kills Staphylococcus Aureus! Anti Spasmodic: Spasm is not restricted to muscular cramps only. It can happen in respiratory system, digestive system and nervous system also and can cause breathing troubles, asthma, congestion, severe coughs, spasmodic diarrhoea and cholera, nervous afflictions and convulsions. Cytophylactic: Certain components of this oil stimulate generation of new cells, or more precisely, cell division, and recycling of the cellular matter in the body. Cleans the blood and helps with the excretion or removal of the toxic and unwanted substances such as uric acid, pollutants, extra salt and water from the body through sweat, urine and excreta etc. as well as increases the oxygen retaining capacity of the red blood cells, thereby refreshing or purifying the blood. Sedative: It soothes all types of inflammations and hyperactivity in all the systems functioning in our body, namely, the respiratory system, circulatory system, digestive system, nervous system and the excretory system. It sedates inflammation due to fever, intrusion of poisonous substances in the blood stream from external sources, convulsions, anxiety, stress, hypersensitivity of allergy etc. It also sedates depression, anger, and impulsive responses.

Elemi- The anti septic property protects from every possible infection from microbes, bacteria, fungus and virus, apart from giving protection against septic and tetanus. This is not only applicable in protecting wounds, but is also effective in preventing infections in urethra, urinary bladder, urinary tract, colon, kidneys, intestines, stomach and other internal organs, be it in any form of wound. With all its analgesic properties, is effective in cutting down pain related to cold, fever, sprains, etc. It helps cure headache, migraine, muscular pain, pain in joints, pain in ears, etc. It stimulates almost all the functions in the body. It stimulates circulation, secretion of hormones and enzymes from endocrinal glands, discharge of bile and other gastric juices into the stomach, stimulates nervous response, neurons in the brain, the heartbeats, respiration, peristaltic motion of the intestines and also stimulates menstrual discharges and production and secretion of milk in the breasts, due to its stimulating effects of certain hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.

Lemon myrtle- Apart from being a wonderful mood lifter and calming, it's the most antiseptic, antiviral, antifungal of the Australian essential oils (more powerful than tea tree) and is helpful with colds, flues, chest congestions, irritable digestive disorders, gas in the digestive tract, skin conditions. It contains powerful bioactive properties.

Melissa- Can offer support in cases of high blood pressure or hypertension, cold-sore blisters, asthma, eczema, menstrual disorders, menopause, depression, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, headaches, digestive disorders, dyspepsia, gastric spasm, dysentery, nausea.

Ylang Ylang- It fights depression and relaxes body and soul, thereby driving away anxiety and sadness. It also has an uplifting effect on mood and induces and feeling of joy and hope. It is a health booster for the nerves. It strengthens the nervous system and restores it from damages. Further, it also reduces stress on nerves and protects them. It can also help heal nervous disorders. Can be used to cure infections in internal organs such as stomach, intestines, colon, urinary tracts etc. It is also good for insomnia, fatigue, frigidity and other stress related factors.

Osmanthus- contains antimicrobial action on Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Salmonella typhi and Shigella dysentery by using agar disc diffusion method. This essential oil has shown strong inhibitory effect against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus and Salmonella typhi.

Sandlewood- very effective as an anti inflammatory agents. It has a cooling effect and gives relief from all variety of inflammation in brain, digestive system, nervous system, circulatory system, excretory system etc. resulting from infections, fever, side effects of antibiotics, poisoning, insect bites, wounds, etc. Due to its relaxing and anti inflammatory nature, it soothes inflammations in the urinary system and induces relaxation in it, thereby promoting easy passage of urine. It is helpful in treating infections and inflammation in the urinary system.

What I’m not going to do

... is feel victimized to my body and current bad health. I have no fear. What I do have is confidence that I can heal my life and my body.

"Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without
a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers
you cannot be successful or happy."

~ Norman Vincent Peale

Finally, a little disturbing video to share that just because we live in the US does not keep us from getting parasites. The medical industry tries to make everyone think it is something we in the Western hemisphere do not have to deal with. They are wrong. John Bunyan, author of Pilgrim’s progress said, “The road of denial leads to the precipice of destruction.”



Why do I not choose to take care of these things by going to the medical industry? Because I believe that the healing should be done by figuring out what is going on on the cellular and basal level—the core of the person. There is more than meets the eye than just a dis-ease or symptoms. I have complete and total faith that I can heal my body completely. I’m thankful that we have so many choices today, especially for alternative medicine.

Source: luimadeit.tumblr.com via Beth on Pinterest

What I’ve learned in this, and other times in my life that I have had
health issues, is that I need to be consistent in caring for my body. It is not just sufficient to exercise and take showers and eat fairly healthy. Cleanses should be done consistently and regularly just like we clean the outside of our bodies.

And finally, we are here on this earth to have trials to learn from them. I thank Heavenly Father for all that I have learned from these experiences and am thankful that I have the opportunity to fix them.

"Paul pled thrice that “a thorn in the flesh” be removed. The Lord simply answered, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor. 12:7, 9). He gave Paul strength to compensate so he could live a most meaningful life. He wants you to learn how to be cured when that is His will and how to obtain strength to live with your challenge when He intends it to be an instrument for growth." ~Richard G. Scott (To Be Healed, Ensign April 1994)

In not submitting to others' feelings of doom and gloom and keeping my faith in God that I can be healed and made whole~ I know that I will be.

*Note: If you want to find out how to start using essential oils for your health, email me to find out how to get them at a discount!