Sleep deprivation can be exhausting! Sleep deprivation significantly affects your health, performance, and your safety. The stresses of daily life may affect our ability to sleep well, or perhaps we trade sufficient sleep for more work or play. We may have medical condition that affects our sleep. Whatever the cause, sleep deprivation is something that cannot be sustained for long. An alternative to counting sheep is to explore the many different types of holistic solutions that can be used ... continue reading...
Safe Use of Essential Oils
When used in the correct circumstances and in the correct way and dilutions, Essential oils are relatively safe to use, however, be aware of potential contraindications for personal use. Always dilute essential oils in a carrier oil or lotion and don't use them in the internally or in the eyes or ears. Essential oils can be safely used in most situations; however, there are sometimes circumstances where it is advisable not to use essential oils. Some essential oils are not advised for use in ... continue reading...
The wonders of essential oils.
I have worked with Essential oils for over 25 years and the blessings that Mother Nature has provided us with never cease to amaze me. Essential oils are the powerful and complex substances found within Plants. They may be derived from scrubs, trees, roots, bushes, seeds and flowers. They are the essence or 'life force' of the plant and have many wonderful and amazing therapeutic benefits. When applied to the skin, they absorb via the tiny capillaries into the circulatory system. Through ... continue reading...
Balance for Cats.
The disadvantage of being a Foster Mum for the local humane society is that occasionally you fall madly in love with them. This was the case for Nigel and Mateo. Five week old stray kittens who came into our home with their siblings Toby and Melina. Too young and too small to be adopted and having a run of repeated Upper Respiratory tract infections, they stayed with us all summer. A day after they returned to the Humane Society and many tears later, my daughter and I headed back there to ... continue reading...