With the heat of summer upon those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, we need to be aware that there are a few essential oils that may harmfully increase your skin's sensitivity to strong sunlight.
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Many of us have had our share of dental issues. If cavities, pocketing gums or loose teeth plague you, you may find Kerry's testimony to be a welcome encouragement of hope.

Kerry's "Plaque Magnet" Testimony
About a year ago, I faced the fact that there were real problems with my teeth and gums. I reasoned that nothing was going to be a quick fix and it was most likely going to be very expensive, so I'd put it off for quite awhile. I decided to try a new dentist, and, seeing him for the first time, he gave me exactly the diagnosis and prognosis that I'd expected. His comment was that my mouth was way beyond him and that I needed to go to a periodontist for gum surgery. He said my mouth was a "plaque magnet" and recommended someone to go see and sent my records and X-rays along to him.

When my appointment came, the periodontist showed me the pockets of pus, loose teeth, places where the gums were a serious problem. He said for $5,000 he could save most of my teeth and I needed the gum surgery right away. Since I didn't have $5,000 or the hope of having it, I put him off and said I'd think about it.

I realized I couldn't pay for it, no matter how long I thought about it and decided to do everything in my power to take care of my teeth and gums. I asked for prayer for my gums and to have wisdom for what to do. I bought Plague Defense Tooth Suds and Plague Defense Mouthwash from Heritage Essential Oils, a water pik and electric toothbrush and combined these things with brushing occasionally with clove tooth powder and regular flossing.

Yesterday I returned to the dentist (for the first time in a year) who'd referred me to the periodontist because an old filling had fallen out. He repaired the filling and asked what I'd done since he'd seen me last. I told him I couldn't afford the surgery and had been doing other things. He told me I no longer needed the surgery and that periodic cleanings should take care of my situation. He suggested I use xylitol toothpaste and take ubiquinal (COQ10) to help my gums. I realized on my way to the car that he actually said I no longer needed the surgery! (I think I didn't really believe it at first when he said it.)

So, at this point I'm going to continue with the regimen already established, with one addition: xylitol Fragmints, which I can also get on this site. And besides, they taste great!

Frankly, I'm thrilled and astonished. Using these products saved me pain, time and $5,000! And my situation has vastly improved.

We steadily receive a number of emails asking about using essential oils for hormonal issues. I have not personally had struggles with this, so my "experience" only comes from literature I've read and other's testimonies. The topic can be a huge one, but I felt that I might briefly address, from my limited perspective, the main questions people have asked us and possibly provide some information that might be insightful and helpful. Please feel free to share with your family and friends.
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The Essential Oil Preparedness Chart that many have asked for is finally ready!

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With summer almost upon us, the two most common issues we face as we spend more time outdoors are sunburns and mosquito bites. This time of the year we get a number of emails asking for our favorite solutions to both, so June's Newsletter will briefly cover these topics.
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Amy wrote: My daughter was bitten under her arm by what we thought was a mosquito. She complained of it itching off-and-on, but it hadn't been too bad. Last night we got home from a ballet, and she was really complaining about it. I had her pull up her shirt and found the bite area had streaks running out from it, and a round circle at the end of one of the streaks. The bite didn't look too great either. I called the doctor and texted her a picture. She was concerned it might be staph. She prescribed an antibiotic, but I wanted to try some essential oil first. The pharmacy was closed, and I couldn't get the prescription until the morning anyway, so I applied Warrior, misted it with Skin Restore and put heat compresses on it. It looked much better in the morning, and I have applied Warrior, Skin Restore and heat compress a couple more times today.

In less than 24 hours it looked like this. I am so pleased and thankful! We are still keeping a watchful eye on her to make sure it continues to look better, not worse and that she doesn't spike a fever of any sort. I just hate to give antibiotics unless we really need it. I am praying that this is one of those cases that we don't and can fight this naturally with oils! I am so thankful! I will keep you posted on how it goes. We would appreciate some prayers too. :) [Linda's comment: I suggested for Amy to alternate Bacteria Top Gun with the Warrior and to use Peppermint for the itching.]

I do have Top Gun! I will alternate the two tomorrow. Thanks for the recommendation. Thanks also for the reassurance. I hate to second guess myself and think I should have given her the meds. I will keep you updated and I pray we will have an excellent testimony for you.

The next morning it looked like this. I'm so thankful!!!

Next morning Amy wrote:
My daughter woke up with two more bites under her other arm. They are almost like an ant bite with a small white head in the middle.They aren't as bad as the first bite, but I can't figure out what is biting her! I have stripped her bed and found nothing. I'm washing everything well and will spray with Plague Defense Spray.

While I was making her bed tonight, I noticed that I've been bitten by something on MY leg. I'm not sure if I was bitten earlier or if it happened while I was making her bed.

Next morning Amy wrote:
No new bites today! My bite and one of my daughter's new bites just look like mosquito bites today and are almost gone.

I receive a steady number of emails from those who want to understand the differences between using pharmaceuticals and essential oils. I hope this little "science" lesson helps us understand better the how, why, strengths and weaknesses of both. Please feel free to pass the link along to your family and friends.
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I felt to share this encouraging testimony I just received yesterday and today from "Pastor John."

Pastor John wrote: A lady who attends church with us talked to me about your products as I have allergies and chronic ear issues that have caused severe hearing loss. We talked about using Lavender for allergies, and she convinced me to give it a try. When my order arrived, the first thing I did was try the Lavender (a drop under the tongue) as she had suggested. I took ½ the allergy meds that I normally take, and in the last 12 hours I have had no reaction to the blooming weeds around the farm where we live.

Also, the Earache Relief has made a difference in the way the ear feels. It even drained last night, which it only does after heavy doses of psudafedarine HCL. I had no reaction (other than a positive one) to your oil, and as a matter of fact, the instant I took a dose of the Lavender I had a confirmation-like feeling that I can only say was God telling me that this was the right thing to do. I slept soundly last night for the first time since allergy season began because I was not hopped-up on meds. God bless you and your venture, and we will be telling more people about your testimony. Thanks so much for the products you provide.

Pastor John wrote the next day: The initial dose of Lavender was sublingual, just a drop under the tongue. We have started mixing a drop with a teaspoon of local honey (the honey we use actually comes from a keeper that places mobile hives on the farm where we live). I have gone from taking 6 to 8 doses a day of Benadryl to one dose in the morning. The Earache Relief has been wonderful. My ear (which has a tube in it) has never drained properly and never felt right in the last 10 years. This morning is the third day I have used the Lavender and the second night for using the Earache blend before going to bed. My ear this morning popped and drained, and for the first time in a long time my ear feels comfortable. I don't even have a cotton ball in it. God had been blessing me with the gift of healing.

We thought we were all suffering from colds, cough, runny nose, sneezing and drainage. After one dose of Lavender , all four of us (my wife, son, daughter and myself) sat there last night at dinner and remarked that it must have been severe allergies and that it felt nice to have those symptoms relieved.

Thank you so much. The products and advice you provide, both here and on your website, have been invaluable and insightful. We are taught from an early age that the only "cure" for what ails us is the manufactured chemicals from the drug companies. We have found that if we trust in the goodness of the Lord and use what He has given us, the effects are something to be praising Him about.

This being the National Day of Prayer, I am taking time at lunch to offer prayers to God for our nation, but I will also be singing His praises for raising up a mighty servant like you. God bless you and keep you. Linda, you truly are salt and light!!!

March 4th Paster John wrote: I was just on the website planning out my next order, and saw the comments. I love to see people get encouraged just by our testimony. I am still amazed at the results. Mowed the grass last night without sneezing and wheezing. Praise God I was led to you and your gift. I was sitting last night in meditation on scripture and remembered that in John 3:16 He said He "Loved the World", His creation. It stands to reason that if He would go so far, for us the fallen, as to provide salvation, He would also provide for our needs in the physical realm. Then I realized He had been saying the whole time that He provides for the birds and animals; His bounty for us must then be vast. God Bless you and your family, and may His Blessing fall on all you do. Thanks Linda.