"Back to Basics" - Top Ten doTERRA Oil Blends - Serenity

Today is day 15 of my "Back to Basics" series and the second post highlighting doTERRA's mood oils.

Serenity (Calming) Blend

We live in a GO, GO, GO kind of world and even when we have a few minutes to relax and unwind it seems impossible to really relax. Serenity is a blend that contains many different oils that all promote relaxation and peace. These oils include lavender, sweet marjoram, roman chamomile, ylang ylang, hawaiian sandlewood, and vanilla. Together they work to create a calming fragrance, promote relaxation and restful sleep, and less tension. Again, to learn about how to make over your mood with essential oils, read the article posted below.

I use this oil every night in my diffuser (along with Breathe). The aromatic properties help me to relax and de-stress before drifting off to sleep. Lavender is the most abundant oil in this blend and therefore also helps to relieve anxious feelings, which makes it a great blend to use before bed. I also apply it to the bottoms of my feet to help promote sleep. Lastly, it is great to add to a warm bath (recipe for serenity bath salts below).

This blend can be use aromatically and topically, but NEVER internally.

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: Serenity

doTERRA Blog: Soak Your Stress Away With Serenity Moisturizing Bath Salt
doTERRA Blog: Make Over Your Mood With Essential Oils
Buy Serenity here

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. 

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten doTERRA Oil Blends - Balance

This is day 14 of my "Back to Basics" series. The next four posts will highlight doTERRA's mood oils. 

Balance (Grounding) Blend

With advancements in technology, especially personal electronic devices, we are inundated with information and have created a new phenomenon called "The Fear of Missing Out". I think this has contributed to the increasing number of cases of anxiety and depression. A team from the America Journal for Public Health also recently published a study that found that the number of Americans taking anxiety medication tripled over the last 17 years and the number of overdoses has quadrupled (see article link below). It doesn't have to be that way.

Enters Balance, also known as the Grounding Blend. This blend contains spruce, ho wood, frankincense, blue tansy, and blue chamomile. The aroma of this blend promotes tranquility and relaxation and it is one of doTERRA's FOUR mood oils. Be sure to read doTERRA's article about how to manage your mood with essential oils.

Spruce: Grounding
Ho Wood: Ease Tension and Anxious Feelings
Blue Chamomile: Soothing and Relaxing
Blue Tansy (Moroccan Chamomile): Soothing and Relaxing
Frankincense: Balances Emotions

My favorite way to oil this oil is in a diffuser, but you can use it topically as well. Apply it to the bottoms of your feet in the morning to promote calmness throughout the day or apply it to your wrists when you feel anxious. I also have a "to-go" roller bottle of Balance and fractionated coconut oil that I apply to my wrists and neck when I feel anxious. 

This blend can be used aromatically and topically, but NEVER internally.

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: Balance

doTERRA Blog Article: Make Over Your Mood with doTERRA Essential Oils

Buy Balance and Fractionated Coconut Oil here

NBC News Article on anxiety study: Anxiety Drug Overdoses Have Quadrupled Over Last Two Decades, Study Shows

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. 

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Oil Blends - DigestZen

Today is day 13 of my "Back to Basics" series.



DigestZen (Digestive) Blend

I have been traveling the last couple of days and this blend has really come in handy for all of us. We have been eating food that we do not normally eat, drinking less water, and not exercise as much. It has really wreaked havoc on our digestive systems. That's where DigestZen comes in! This blend contains Ginger, Peppermint, Caraway, Coriander, Anise, Tarragon, and Fennel. Each of these ingredients on their own can help aid in digestion, but together, there is no digestive issue they cannot handle!* Tarragon is known for maintaining the health of digestive organs,* caraway supports the healthy elimination of intestinal gas,* and anise promotes healthy digestion.*

This blend aids in the digestion of food,* soothes occasional stomach upset, * and reduces bloating, gas, and indigestion.* It can also help with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and motion sickness.* Since we have all of us have experienced some type of tummy issue on this trip, we have had to use it in multiple ways. My sister is prone to tummy issues and I have not been eating clean on this trip, so both she and I have been taking DigestZen in veggie capsules to help soothe us. We have also applied the oil topically to our tummies and the bottoms of our feet. My kids have also had the topical application to help them get things moving....if you know what I mean. :)

Using DigestZen along with other doTERRA digestive products can help cleanse the digestive system and the rest of your body.* Check out this article on the doTERRA Science blog for more info on detoxification and cleansing.

DigestZen is considered a gentle oil blend and can be used neat (no dilution) and can be applied with the any technique: aromatically, topically, and internally. This blend can be found in multiple forms through doTERRA's product line. Besides the oil blend itself, there are softgels, and tablets (used just like TUMS). doTERRA also carried probiotics, digestive cleansing blends, whole body detoxification blends, and whole-food enzymes blends. To see the entire line, click here.

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: DigestZen
doTERRA Product Video: DigestZen
doTERRA Science Blog article: Detoxification and Cleansing
DigestZen Product Line

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. All others refer to aromatic or topical use.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten doTERRA Oil Blends - OnGuard

Today is day 12 of my "Back to Basics" series.





















On Guard (Protective) Blend

I know yesterday I said that Breathe was one of my favorite oil blends, which is true, but On Guard is my ABSOLUTE favorite! I love how is smells when we diffuse it. This blend contains clove, cinnamon, rosemary, wild orange, and eucalyptus (a species that can be taken internally, unlike the single oil). As I mentioned in my post last week, Clove oil scores the highest on the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) scale.* This scale measures the time and degree of free radical inhibition, which means this blend is PACKED full of antioxidants!*

This oil blend supports a healthy immune system,* provides a natural source of antioxidants,* promotes healthy circulation,* and provides an uplifting aroma. You can take this oil internally in an empty veggie capsule, as a "shot" in a tablespoon of water, in softgel form, or in beadlet form. Lastly, it can be used in an all-purpose cleaner (recipe in links below).

In my house, we use this blend aromatically, topically, and internally. I diffuse it just about every day because both my kids are in school and they bring home all sorts of germs! The chemical components of the various oils in this blend help to cleanse the air. Topically, I add a drop of oil to my toothbrush both day and night to maintain a healthy immune system* (a lot of which starts in your mouth and gut). I also make hand sanitizer for my dad to take to work and the main ingredient is On Guard. Whenever I need an immediate immune boost, I add one drop of On Guard to a tablespoon of water, gargle it for as long as I can and then swallow it.* I will also mix it with a carrier oil and apply to my kiddo's feet and necks when they need an immune boost.*



Like the Breathe collection, there are multiple doTERRA products that contain On Guard. First, of course, you have the oil itself, which is incredibly versatile. There are also softgels and beadlets, which are for oral (internal) use. You also have household cleaners such as a foaming hand wash, a concentrated cleaner, and a laundry detergent (LOVE). Lastly, there are throats drops and toothpaste.

On Guard Collection

When using On Guard topically, be sure to always dilute, especially when using on children.

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: On Guard
doTERRA Blog: DIY Cleansing Wipes with doTERRA On Guard Essential Oil
doTERRA Blog: DIY: On Guard Hand Cleansing Spray
doTERRA Blog: DIY: Make Your Own On Guard Hand Cleanser
doTERRA Blog: DIY: All Purpose Spray (MY FAVORITE!)
Buy On Guard here

Research:

Bentayeb, K., Vera, P., Rubio, C., & Nerin, C. (2014). The additive properties of Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) assay: The case of essential oils. Food Chemistry, 148, 204 - 208. doi10.1016/j.foodchem.2013.10.037


BioSource Naturals. (n.d.). ORAC scale - A measurement of antioxidant capacity by the USDA and Tufts University. Retrieved on February 4, 2016 from http://biosourcenaturals.com/orac-value-of-essential-oils.htm

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. 

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten doTERRA Oil Blends - Breathe

Today is day 11 of my "Back to Basics" series.

Breathe (Respiratory) Blend

This is one of my favorite blends and it contains Laurel (Bay) Leaf, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Melaleuca, Lemon, Ravensara, and Cardamom. Think of Breathe as Vicks Vapo Rub. This combination maintains open airways to maintain the feeling of easy breathing, help reduce seasonal threats, and promotes a restful sleep.

I love using this blend in a diffuser! It is even better when you mix this blend in a diffuser with lavender. These two oils together will promote relaxation and easy breathing. My favorite ways to use Breathe are in a diffuser or by adding 1 drop to the palms of my hands and directly inhale the aroma. I also will rub the oil or stick on my kid's chest at night to maintain open airways.

Breathe is found in a line of products including Breathe oil, a Breathe Vapor Stick, and Breathe Respiratory Drops. The oil can be used aromatically and topically and should be diluted when using on kids or adults with sensitive skin.

Breathe Respiratory drops

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: Breathe Blend
Buy Breathe Products here

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Avoid sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Single Oils - Eucalyptus

Today is the last day of my "Back to Basics" series for single oils. Next week I will start talking about the top oil blends.



Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus trees, sometimes referred to as Gum Trees, are indigenous to Australia. The oil (Eucalyptus radiate) is extracted from the leaves through steam distillation. That main chemical components are Eucalyptol and alpha-terpineol, which clear airways and is the main ingredients in mouthwashes and cough suppressants.*

The primary benefits of using eucalyptus oil are promoting relaxation and clear breathing, cleansing the skin, and as a mouth wash to promote oral health.

Eucalyptus can be used either topically or aromatically, but NEVER internally. This oil should always be diluted when used, regardless of age.

Eucalyptus leaf

Health Concerns:*

Bronchitis: In patients with chronic bronchitis, rosemary, basil, fir, and eucalyptus oils were found to demonstrate an antioxidant effect. Lavender was found to promote normalization of lipids levels (Siurin et al., 1997).

Links:

Doterra Product Page: Eucalyptus
Buy Eucalyptus here

Research:

Boyle, R., McLean, S., Foley, W., Davies, N. W., Peacock, E. J., & Moore, B. (2001). Metabolites of dietary 1,8-cineole in the male koala (Phascolrctos cinereus). Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part C: Toxicology & Pharmacology, 129(4), 385 - 395. doi:10.1016/S1532-04556(01)00214-9

Keszei, A., Brubaker, C. L., Carter, R. Kollner, T., Degenhardt, J., & Foley, W. J. (2010). Functional and evolutionary relationship between terpene syntheses from Australia Myrtaceae. Photochemistry, 71(8), 844 - 852. doi:10.1016/j.phytochem.2010.03.013

Siurin, S. A. (1997). Effects of essential oil on lipid peroxidation and lipid metabolism in patients with chronic bronchitis. Klinicheskaia Meditsina, 75(10), 43 - 45. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9490339

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Single Oils - Clove

Today is day 9 of my "Back to Basics" series.



Clove

Clove oil is PACKED full of antioxidants* and is ranked highest on the Oxygen Radical Absorbence Capacity (ORAC) scale*. The ORAC scale was developed by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) researchers at Tufts University in Boston, Massachusettes (BioSource Naturals, n.d.). ORAC measures the time and degree of free radical inhibition. While free radicals are a natural by-product of chemical reactions in our body, if we have too many free-radicals bouncing around we can start to experience cell damage.

Source: BioSource Naturals

Clove oil (Eugenia caryophyllata) is extracted from clove bud through steam distillation. The main chemical component of clove oil is Eugenol, also found in cinnamon and nutmeg, which can be used as a natural antiseptic and anesthetic.* The Eugenol and flavonoids in clove give it a spicy, warm, and woodsy aroma and creates a warming and stimulating effect when applied topically.

Besides being a powerful antioxidant,* clove also supports cardiovascular health when taken internally,* can be used as a flavoring in any dish, and helps to clean gums and teeth.

My favorite way to use clove is in a diffuser with cinnamon and wild orange. I get the benefits of the antioxidants* as well as a citrus aroma to help balance emotions.*

Clove is considered a HOT oil and should ALWAYS be diluted when usually topically. Practice extreme caution when using on children. If redness of the skin occurs, apply coconut or almond oil to dilute it more.

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: Clove
doTERRA Science Blog Article: Clove's eugenol helps maintain normal gastrointestinal motility
Buy Clove oil here

Research:

Bentayeb, K., Vera, P., Rubio, C., & Nerin, C. (2014). The additive properties of Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) assay: The case of essential oils. Food Chemistry, 148, 204 - 208. doi10.1016/j.foodchem.2013.10.037

BioSource Naturals. (n.d.). ORAC scale - A measurement of antioxidant capacity by the USDA and Tufts University. Retrieved on February 4, 2016 from http://biosourcenaturals.com/orac-value-of-essential-oils.htm

Frisch, A. J., Ulstrup, K. E., & Hobbs, J. P. A. The effects of clove oil on coral: An experiential evaluation using Pocillopora damicornis (Linnaeus). Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology, 345 (2), 101 - 109. doi:10.1016/j.jembe.2007.02.004

Gülçina, I., Elmastaşb, M., & Aboul-Eneinc, H. Y. (2010). Antioxidant activity of clove oil - A powerful antioxidant source. Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 5(4), 489 - 499. doi:10.1016/j.arabjc.2010.09.016

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. 

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Single Oils - Vetiver

This is day 8 of my "Back to Basics" series.



Vetiver

Vetiver is extracted from the root of Vetiveria zizanioides (a tall perennial grass) through the hydro diffusion extraction method. This grass is indigenous to Southeast Asia, but thrives in hot, humid environments. doTERRA sources their plants from the tropical climate of Haiti. The main chemical components of vetiver oil are Carvone, Isovalencenol, and Khusimol, which gives this oil a woodsy and smoky aroma. Like most woodsy oils, vetiver provides a calming and grounding effect on emotions.

Vetiver is commonly used as a massage oil or in a bath to calm emotions and in perfumes. My favorite way to use vetiver is in combination with lavender in my diffuser at night to reduce stress and anxiety and calm my emotions.

Vetiveria zizanioides root

Links:
doTERRA Product Page: Vetiver
Buy vetiver here

Research:

Filippi, J. J., Belhassen, E., Baldovini, N., Brevard, H., & Meierhenrich, U. J. (2013). Qualitative and quantitative analysis of vetiver essential oils by comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography and comprehensive two-dimensional has chromatography/mass spectrometry. Journal of Chromatography A, 1288, 127 - 148. doi:10.1016/j.chroma.2013.03.002

Mallavarapu, G. R., Syamasundar, K. V., Ramesh, S., Rajeswara Rao, B. R. (2012). Constituents of South Indian vetiver oils. Natural Product Communications, 7(2), 223 - 225. Retrieved from http://europepmc.org/abstract/med/22474964

La, R. K., Gupta, P., Sarkar, S., Singh, S. (2013). Genetic variability and character associations in vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides L. Nash). Industrial Crops and Products, 49, 273 - 277. doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2013.05.005

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. 

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Single Oils - Wild Orange

This is day 7 of my "Back to Basics" series.



Wild Orange

This is one of my favorite single oils. The main chemical component in orange is Limonene. It is also very high in monoterpenes, which gives this oil an energizing aroma. doTERRA's oranges are sourced from the Dominican Republic and the oil is extracted from the rinds (peel) through the cold press technique. The scientific name for wild orange is Citrus sinensis.

Wild orange is a power cleaning and purifying oil that provides protection from seasonal and environment threats and is very high in antioxidants.* Like most citrus oils, orange is also incredibly effective at uplifting one's mood.* This oil is commonly used in cleaning recipes, as a flavor enhancer in water and foods, in a diffuser to uplift moods and purify air, and when combined with other oils, it can provide a mid-day mental pick me up.

I use this oil in my house every day. Here is a list of ways we use it:

1. Diffuse with lavender at night to promote relaxation and reduce anxiety.*
2. Add to a roller bottle with lavender and fractioned coconut oil (FCO) and apply to bottoms of feet, wrists, and back of neck for relaxation and reduced anxiety* before bed or as needed throughout the day.
3. Combine with peppermint oil either in a diffuser or in your hands (rub palms together and inhale aroma and rub on the back of your neck) for a mid-day mental pick me up.
4. In my homemade lip balm recipe from doTERRA (link below).

Health concerns:*

Anxiety: Healthy male subjects displayed reduced anxiety after five minutes of inhalation of orange essential oil compared to the inhalation of melaleuca essential oil or distilled water when submitted to an anxiety inducing situations (Goes et al., 2012).

Links:
doTERRA Product Page: Wild Orange
doTERRA Blog: Orange Creamsicle Lip Balm
Buy Wild Orange: here

Research:
Aroma Tools. (2015). Modern essentials: A contemporary guide to the therapeutic use of essential oils (7th ed.). Pleasant Grove, UT: AromaTools.

Dornelas, M. C., & Massafera, P. (2007). A genomic approach to characterization of the Citrus terpene synthase gene family. Genetics and Molecular Biology, 30(3), 832 - 840. doi:10.1590/S1415-4757200700005000011

Goes, T. C., Antunes, F. D., Alves, P. B., & Teixeira-Silva, F. (2012). Effect of sweet orange aroma on experimental anxiety in humans. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 18(8), 798 - 804. doi:10.1089/acm.2011.0551

Kamal, G. M., Ashraf, M. Y., Hussain A. I., Shahzadi, A., & Chughtai, M. I. (2013). Antioxidant potential of peel essential oils of three Pakistani citrus species: Citrus reticulata, Citrus sinensis and Citrus paradisii. Pakistan Journal of Botany, 45(4), 1449 - 1454. Retrieved from http://www.pakbs.org/pjbot/PDFs/45(4)/48.pdf

Zhang, Z., Chen, H., Chan, K. K., Budd, T., & Ganapathi, R. (1999). Gas chromatographic-mass spectrometric analysis of perillyl alcohol and metabolites in plasma. Journal of Chromatography B: Biomedical Sciences and Applications, 728(1), 85 -95. doi:10.1016/S0378-4347(99)00065-1

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Avoid sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

"Back to Basics" - Top Ten Single Oils - Oregano

Today is day six of my "Back to Basics" series.



Oregano

Oregano really packs the 1-2-3-4 punch!  Its antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, and antifungal properties make it an extremely powerful cleaning agent and one of the best oils for immune system support.* Oregano oil is extracted from the leaf of the plant through steam distillation. The scientific name for the plant is Origanum vulgare and it is indigenous to Turkey. The main chemical components of oregano oil are carvacrol, thymol, para-cymene, gamma-terpinene.

Along with being a powerful cleaning agent and an immune system supporter, oregano oil also supports healthy digestive and respiratory function* and it is an amazing source of antioxidants*. Place one drop in an empty veggie capsule and take once a day for healthy immune and respiratory function.* The phenols in oregano oil are what make it such a powerful cleaning agent, therefore, you can add 10 drops to a 16 ounce glass bottle with water to create a effective surface cleaner.

My absolute favorite way to use this oil is with my cooking. I add a drop to spaghetti sauce, chili, and stews. A little goes a long way when you use it for cooking. The other way I like to use oregano oil is to fight any kind of virus, bacteria, or fungus.* I basically use oregano oil any time anyone in my house gets sick. Then they smell like an Italian kitchen for the rest of the day! :)

Oregano oil can be use aromatically, topically, and internally. It is considered a "hot" oil and therefore you should ALWAYS dilute this oil, even more so for use on children.

Oregano

Antibacterial Properties: Oregano oil was found to kill antibiotic-resistant strains of Staph, E. coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Helicobactor pylori, and Mycobacterium terrae. (Preuss et al., 2005).

Antioxidant Properties: The antioxidant acitivity of oregano essential oil added to extra virigin olive oil at 0.05% was found to retard the lipid oxidantation process in olive oil and prolong the olive oil's shelf life. (Asensio et al., 2011).

Links:

doTERRA Product Page: Oregano
doTERRA Product Video: Oregano
doTERRA Blog: Italian Chicken Soup Recipe
doTERRA Blog: Roasted Marinara Sauce Recipe
Buy Oregano oil: here

Research:

Aroma Tools. (2015). Modern essentials: A contemporary guide to the therapeutic use of essential oils (7th ed.). Pleasant Grove, UT: AromaTools.

Asensio, C. M., Nepote, V., & Grosso, N. R. (2011). Chemical ability of extra-virgin olive oil added with oregano essential oils. Journal of Food Science, 76 (7), S445 - S450. doi: 10.1111/j.1750-3841.2011.02332.x

Bentayeb, K., Vera, P., Rubio, C., & Nerin, C. (2014). The additive properties of Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) assay: The case of essential oils. Food Chemistry, 148, 204 - 208. doi10.1016/j.foodchem.2013.10.037

Dambolena, J. S., Zunino, M. P., Lucini, E. I., Ruben, O., Banchio, E., Bima, P. J., & Zygadlo, J. A. (2010). Total phenolic content, radical scavenging properties, and essential oil composition of Origanum species from different populations. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 58(2), 1115 - 1120. doi:10.1021/jf903203n

Kulisic, T., Radonic, A., Katalinic, V., & Milos, M. (2004). Use of different methods for testing antioxidative activity of oregano essential oil. Food Chemistry, 85(4), 633 - 640. doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2003.07.024

Lukas, B., Samuel, R., Novak, J. (2013). Oregano or marjoram? The enzymes gamma-terpinene synthase effects chemotype formation in the genus Origanum. Israel Journal of Plant Sciences, 58(3), 211 - 220. DOI: 10.1560/IJPS.58.3-4.211

Preuss, H. G., Echard, B., Enig, M., Brook, I., & Elliott, E. B. (2005). Minimum inhibitory concentraations of herbal essential oils and monolaurin for gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, 272 (1), 29 - 34. doi:10.1007/s11010-005-6604-1

CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.