This particular recipe is for using with a scent ring, a diffuser or an aroma lamp.

* 20 drops rosewood
* 10 drops neroli
* 5 drops lavender
* 5 drops thyme
* 3 drops cinnamon or clove

Add essential oils to a clean dark glass bottle. Gently rock to blend. Follow your diffuser’s directions for the proper amount to add. For a scent ring add 5-6 drops. For an aroma lamp follow the manufacturer’ s directions, or add about 8-12 drops along with 1 teaspoon of water into the well of the lamp. Store remainder in a cool place.

There are three different types of diabetes which can affect individuals. Two of these are what are commonly called sugar diabetes. The medical terms for these are Type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. The third type of diabetes is water diabetes or diabetes insipidus.

Type 2 diabetes is a complex medical condition that results in increased blood sugar from the body’s resistance to insulin. In other words, there is not a depletion of insulin in the body but rather a problem with the insulin being used at the cellular level. This results in an increased amount of blood sugar in the blood stream which significantly damages the eyes, heart, kidneys and brain.

The medical terminology that describes high blood sugar is hyperglycemia. It is estimated that over 15 million people in the United States out of the 17 million who suffer from diabetes experienced Type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is also sometimes called non-insulin-dependent diabetes because it changes the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and protein without shutting off the production of insulin.  Read more...

How can NaturalEco Nipple Conditioning Cream help you?

Nursing your new baby should be a wonderful and precious experience – not only for feeding but also for bonding.

For many new mothers, the first few days of breastfeeding may cause the nipples to become sensitive and tender. This is quite normal and will generally resolve on its own within a few days.

However, for some women, the problem may be worse and sore, cracked and even bleeding nipples can occur. These difficulties may obviously make breastfeeding painful and unpleasant and can rob the mother of the joy of nursing her baby.

The most common cause of painful and cracked nipples is a problem with positioning and although this is theoretically preventable, it is very common as few mothers perfect the art of breastfeeding immediately. Also, once the damage has occurred, healing may be delayed and difficult, and breastfeeding painful.

NaturalEco Nipple Conditioning Cream has been specially formulated for nursing moms’ nipples. This cream will naturally condition the skin, prevent damage and infection and encourage healing of any cracks in the nipple, allowing breastfeeding to be a pleasant and joyous experience once again.  Read more...

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that afflicts 5% of the worlds population. Diabetics face significant long-term disabilities and complications if they dont keep their blood glucose under control. Because of the need to diagnose, treat and control this chronic condition researchers have discovered several short term and long term methods of monitoring blood sugar as well as testing for the condition.

Some physicians follow specific recommendations to test for diabetes in their general patient population. Those who are over 45 and obese should be tested and those younger than 45 and obese should be considered.

Doctors will use several different tests, combine the results of those tests, and determine if a person has diabetes. The first, and simplest test is the fasting blood sugar test. A small blood sample will be taken at the lab after the patient has had nothing to eat or drink after midnight. Normal blood sugar is between 70-110; considered borderline to 135 and high over 140.  Read more...

Psoriasis is a disorder of the skin that affects over 6 million residents of the United States. Research has not definitively established what causes psoriasis, but some recent studies have indicated that it may be in immune-mediated disorder. Psoriasis occurs when the body generates too many skin cells. Normal skin typically matures within a 28 to 30 day time period, but cells in the psoriatic skin area matures within less than one week. Psoriasis can change from one type to another and has been known to have several types active on a person at the same time. Psoriasis flare ups may improve and go into remission only to return later. Complementary medicine is used in conjunction with conventional medicine and has become more common. However, it is difficult to come to a conclusive statement regarding the effectiveness because alternative treatments are administered differently from practitioner to practitioner. Anyone suffering with psoriasis needs to consult with their physician to best determine the best course of action for their condition.  Read more...

Diabetes is a complex metabolic condition that results in the individual experiencing high blood glucose levels when left untreated. Unfortunately, in the past years the symptoms of diabetes were often overlooked because they seemed rather harmless. However, in the past years with increased media attention, more and more people understand the effects that diabetes can have on the body and the symptoms that they should look for.

Diabetes can actually take two different forms, should be treated to different ways and can have two different outcomes. Type 1 diabetes develops when an autoimmune response damages the ability of the pancreas to produce insulin. This particular type of diabetes used to be called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes because the majority of individuals who developed it were less than 20 years of age. Type 2 Diabetes develops when the persons body becomes resistant to the insulin being produced by the pancreas. The long-term effects of both are the same but in the second case the body has enough insulin but the cells do not allow it to do the assigned job of ushering in glucose to provide energy.  Read more...

For most of us, house cleaning is an activity that comes with exposure to a cocktail of chemicals. Household cleaners contain things like bleach and ammonia that we all know the dangers of, as well as chemicals with complex names that we may never have heard of. These chemicals might kill germs and leave our homes bright, shiny and sweetly scented, but they can also be hazardous to our health.

But we can keep our houses clean without using chemicals. There are many natural substances and methods we can use to clean without exposing ourselves, our families and our guests to potential health hazards.

Here are a few of them:

* Invest in some quality microfiber cloths. They cost more than rags cut from old t-shirts, but they can be washed and reused over and over again. A wet microfiber cloth removes dust just as well as that expensive furniture polish, leaves no build-up, and can be used on a variety of surfaces.  Read more...

Individuals who suffer from diabetes often suffer long-term consequences complications from a high level of glucose in the blood stream. This high level of glucose is a result of the metabolic condition called diabetes. Over the long term one of these significant medical conditions which results in erectile dysfunction or sexual dysfunction.

Erectile dysfunction is a common problem in men who have diabetes but, thanks to recent advancements in treatment protocols, it is not inevitable. Physicians now have strategies to prevent this condition as well as treatment options for men who all ready have difficulties with sexual dysfunction.

Men who have diabetes are three times more likely to have erectile dysfunction than are other men, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. In fact, it is estimated that up to 85% of men who have diabetes will experience some degree of erectile dysfunction. And, the longer an individual has had diabetes and the more severe the condition, the more likely they are to have trouble with erections.  Read more...

* 2 part Elecampane Root,
* 1 part Horehound,
* 2 parts Muskmallow or Marshmallow Root.

Combine all the herbs, cover in honey and keep warm for 1 day. Strain herbs and use as needed.

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects the regulation of glucose in the blood stream and the use of glucose in the cells for energy. Without glucose the metabolic process of providing energy changes and the body begins to burn fat and protein for which insulin, the primary hormone regulating glucose metabolism, isn’t required.

There are two types of Diabetes – Type 1 and Type 2 – but it is only in Type 2 diabetes that there is some warning, or pre-diabetes, that the condition is imminent. In Type 2 diabetes the individual often has some pre-disposing factors and possibility also some genetic factors. The process is generally gradual and occurs when the cells of the body become resistant to the insulin that is being produced. In other words, the body continues to produce insulin, in greater and greater amounts, but the cells no longer are able to utilize it.  Read more...

If you’re feeling a little sleepy late in the afternoon, instead of taking an over-the-counter stimulant, you can have a caffeinated drink and get a little pick-me-up. If you’re planning on working out, you may wonder about caffeine and exercise. Is it a good idea to mix the two?

Caffeine is a stimulant, pure and simple; it is quickly absorbed into the body and begins to lose effectiveness after one to two hours. Stimulants increase your heart rate and blood pressure, and release glucose into your blood stream. This may explain the extra energy.

Scientists also explain how caffeine increases the level of dopamine in your system which activates the reward center of your brain. In short, caffeine makes you feel good. The stimulant effect may make you feel more awake and more energetic for a short time, but will it affect how well you perform if you participate in sports or exercise?  Read more...

The proteins from the malt and hops in the beer coat the hair and build it up and help repair damage. It leaves the hair with wonderful body.

* 3/4 cup beer (any cheap brand)
* 1 cup inexpensive shampoo

Boil the beer until it reduces to 1/4 cup. Cool the beer and add it to the 1 cup of inexpensive shampoo

Gestational diabetes is the medical term used to describe diabetes mellitus that presents during pregnancy and disappears after the baby has been delivered. The American Diabetes Association estimates that approximately 4% of women who are pregnant will develop gestational diabetes. This condition requires very specialized care for the remainder of the pregnancy in order to protect the health of both the mother and child.

During pregnancy some women develop a resistance to insulin that results in gestational diabetes. Insulin is the hormone that draws sugar from the bloodstream into the cells where it is burned to supply energy at the cellular level. Without the sugar the body is forced to burn fat for fuel that has a significant negative effect on both the mother and baby. The extra sugar in the bloodstream also causes complications in the health of the mother.  Read more...

One of the amazing things about yoga is that despite the great benefits that it produces, it requires no costs. There is not specific yoga training equipment that one has to use in order to obtain the desired results and there is no such thing as the perfect environment required for practicing yoga.

All this is a direct consequence of the fact that yoga is, more than a practice, a state of mind and a life style. That is why your will, as well as your believes and attitudes towards this philosophical path are all that actually matter. Moreover, a balanced and healthy diet, based on natural food, is a key issue for preparing yourself for your first yoga session. What we eat can strongly affect both our mind and our soul, so it is crucial to mind what we eat.  Read more...

If you’re usually active during the warmer months, you may be looking for something to do during the winter months to keep you active. Have you considered the benefits of skiing – not only as an activity to enjoy, but also as a means to keep you in shape during cooler weather?

One of the biggest benefits of skiing is that it is a full-body exercise. You will work out every major muscle group from head to toe. It gives you an excellent cardiovascular workout while strengthening your heart. Skiing also improves the circulatory system and releases oxygen to the muscles.

Did you know skiing can help regulate your cholesterol levels? It sure can! Exercise helps a skier burn fat and lose weight, and that has to have a positive effect on cholesterol. In fact, skiing helps regulate the HDL (good) cholesterol which affects the LDL (bad) cholesterol.  Read more...