ESSENTIAL OILS vs INFECTIOUS DISEASES by Annette Chaffee
Swine Influenza Information from the CDC: http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/?s_cid=swineFlu_outbreak_001
Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the United States. Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection also have been identified internationally.
What is swine flu?
Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs. People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen. Swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from person-to-person, but in the past, this transmission was limited and not sustained beyond three people.
Are there human infections with swine flu in the U.S.?
In late March and early April 2009, cases of human infection with swine influenza A (H1N1) viruses were first reported in Southern California and near San Antonio, Texas. Other U.S. states have reported cases of swine flu infection in humans and cases have been reported internationally as well. An updated case count of confirmed swine flu infections in the United States is kept at http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/investigation.htm CDC and local and state health agencies are working together to investigate this situation.
Is this swine flu virus contagious?
CDC has determined that this swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is contagious and is spreading from human to human. However, at this time, it not known how easily the virus spreads between people.
What are the signs and symptoms of swine flu in people?
The symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting associated with swine flu. In the past, severe illness (pneumonia and respiratory failure) and deaths have been reported with swine flu infection in people. Like seasonal flu, swine flu may cause a worsening of underlying chronic medical conditions.
How does swine flu spread?
Spread of this swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is thought to be happening in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing of people with influenza. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.
How can someone with the flu infect someone else?
Infected people may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 7 or more days after becoming sick. That means that you may be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick, as well as while you are sick.
What should I do to keep from getting the flu?
First and most important: wash your hands. Try to stay in good general health. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food. Try not touch surfaces that may be contaminated with the flu virus. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Can I get swine influenza from eating or preparing pork?
No. Swine influenza viruses are not spread by food. You cannot get swine influenza from eating pork or pork products. Eating properly handled and cooked pork products is safe.
What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
There are everyday actions people can take to stay healthy:
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
If you get sick, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
PREVENTION – Keeping Your Body Healthy Naturally with Young Living Essential Oils
Our health and wellness is OUR responsibility. These superbugs are not going to go away, and the vaccines that are being created cannot keep up with the mutations. God’s medicine from the blood of His Plants may be our answer.
Research is discovering that VIRUSES CANNOT BUILD A RESISTANCE TO PURE, THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OILS. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez ; http://naturalmedicine.suite101.com/article.cfm/essential_oils_versus_mrsa
An antibiotic or vaccine made in mass production in the laboratory is identically the same and the viruses are getting smart enough to mutate and get stronger against them. This is a fact, and we are watching it happen in our lifetime. Young Living Essential Oils can help us to keep ourselves and our families healthy every day of our lives because of our commitment to the purity of our oils. Each seasonal crop of plants grown with different environmental conditions produces a unique and complex mosaic of compounds within the essential oil. Nothing is duplicated, and each crop that produces oils is chemically different. This is how the power of essential oils can effectively protect us against these powerful viruses.
We know that this influenza goes deeply into the lungs. Gary Young teaches us that we can take our blend RC (respiratory & congestion) and drive it deeper into the lower lobes of the lungs by adding Spruce. To drive the oils to the upper lobes, use Pine. Respiratory oils – any of the Eucalyptus oils, RC, Raven, Peppermint, Ravensara, Lavender, Lemon, Spruce, Pine, Idaho Balsam Fir, Frankincense, Believe or our newest Ecuadorian oil, Eucalyptus Blue are all effective in respiratory support.
If you are in an area where this flu virus is active and need further protection, the N95 face mask may be a good option as it comes in 3 sizes – smallest will fit children. There are several masks at this link:
http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=n95+mask&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=1099908941&ref=pd_sl_4742xaymyj_b
If I end up needing a mask, I will drop several drops of an essential oil into the mask for direct inhalation. Oils recommended include Thieves, Purification, Lemon, RC, Exodus II, Hyssop, or Egyptian Gold “THIS IS YOUR BLEND FOR THE BIRD FLU” * ~ Gary Young , N.D. At the 2004 YL Convention, Gary Young recommended Egyptian Gold for the Bird Flu and other Super Bugs.”
Airborne microbes enter our bodies through our eyes, nose, EARS and mouths. Putting a drop of essential oil such as Melaleuca (tea tree) on a cotton ball in the ears can give you an added level of protection. Caution – NEVER put an essential oil directly into the ear!
ESSENTIAL OILS THAT KILL SUPER GERMS – Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Tea Tree, Thyme, Geranium, Oregano, Mountain Savory, Basil, Lemongrass, Lavender, Peppermint, Spearmint, Eucalyptus. I cannot think of one essential oil or blend that Young Living offers that is not beneficial to our health and wellness, so whatever you have on hand – USE. This is simply a guide to help you to use the most effective oils for this super-flu.
RAINDROP – The oils in Young Living’s Raindrop Technique kit are highly effective against viruses. Giving and receiving Raindrop Technique would be extremely beneficial. If you do not have anyone to facilitate a Raindrop for you, simply apply the oils to the bottoms of your feet. Another option, take an empty YL bottle (if you are like me, you have plenty of empty bottles!) and add 10-20 drops of each of the oils in the kit, add a bit of carrier oil such as Young Living’s V6 or a pure vegetable oil, and shake to blend. This can be applied to the feet morning and night and inhaled straight from the bottle throughout the day. These are powerful oils; please use caution when applying and if the oils heat up on your skin, simply add some carrier oil to dilute and slow the entrance of the oil into your tissues. Essential Oils rubbed on the bottoms of your feet will enter every cell in your body within 22 seconds!
THIEVES
The use of essential oils for medicinal purposes dates back thousands of years and more recently, through scientific study, we know the power of essential oils on airborne pathogens.
During the 14th century, the plague spread across Europe. It was estimated to have killed a third of Europe’s population while spreading to Asia and the Middle East. It was also known as the “Black Death” because one of the symptoms, acral necrosis, caused skin to blacken from sub dermal hemorrhages. So terrorizing was the disease that it killed within a week, usually 3-4 days, wiping out entire families. “The pestilence was so contagious that those who touched the dead or the sick were immediately affected themselves and died”.
During this time, there was a group of four thieves who were able to not only go near the dying and dead, but were able to touch them. The thieves robbed the bodies of the inflicted and did not become ill, themselves. They were caught in 1413 in Marseilles, France. When they were tried, the magistrate offered leniency if they exposed their secret to resisting the infection. The thieves disclosed a concoction of aromatic herbs, including cloves and rosemary, which they rubbed on their hands, ears, and temples in order to avoid contracting the plague.
This recipe was recreated in Young Living’s blend, Thieves®, which contains the oils of clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus, and rosemary. It is highly antimicrobial. When tested at Weber State University, it was found to have a 99.96% kill rate against airborne bacteria.
We have an entire arsenal of Thieves essential oil-based products to keep ourselves and our environment healthy such as Thieves Essential Oil, Thieves Cough Drops, Thieves Mouthwash, Thieves Spray, Thieves Hand Soap, Thieves Hand Sanitizer, Thieves Hand Wipes, and Thieves Household Cleaner. In addition, our new supplement, INNER DEFENSE contains the essential oils used in our Thieves blend plus Thyme and Citronella. This is a very powerful supplement for health and wellness support.
Use Thieves in your washing machine, dishwasher, wash down counters and bathrooms, diffuse in your environment, put on cotton balls and stick them in your air ducts at home or in your car. Add lemon essential oil to increase your protection against airborne pathogens.
Keep the air you bring into your lungs as clean as possible by using Young Living Essential Oils all day, every day! Simply removing and smelling the cap of your essential oils throughout the day provides health benefits.
Airplane Travel:
One of the ways the Swine flu is being carried from country to country is via air travel. If you must travel by airplane, please take precautions.
- My son had to get on an airplane yesterday so I made a blend for him that contained Thyme, Oregano, Thieves, Melrose, Lemongrass, Lemon, Peppermint, Basil, RC and Believe. I have a little aromizer (aroma inhaler) that I put these oils on a Q-tip and put that into the inhaler for him to smell before, during and after the flight and I applied these oils on the bottoms of his feet for his protection.
- When traveling I always take a couple Kleenex and saturate them with drops of oils such as listed above. I then put the Kleenex into a baggie and put it right in my purse. Throughout the flight I can pull out my baggie and INHALE.
- Mix a mild essential oil such as Lavender into a small amount of Animal Scents Ointment and rub a bit on the insides of your nostrils.
- Bring along Thieves cough drops and share them with your airplane neighbors.
- Use your Thieves hand sanitizer before, during and after your flight.
Some additional tips:
Inhale – Put a few drops on the palm of your hand, rub your hands together, cup your hands over your nose/mouth and inhale deeply three times. Inhaling essential oils throughout the day can greatly benefit your wellness goals.
Gargle – Use Thieves Mouthwash and gargle morning and night. You can also gargle with a small amount of hydrogen peroxide and water.
Use ONLY Young Living Essential Oils Internally – I trust Young Living to provide me with the most pure and therapeutic grade essential oils in the world. Because of this, I do not hesitate to take these oils internally. I put them in gelatin capsules, take a drop and rub it on the insides of my cheeks or under my tongue, or drink it in my water throughout the day. I have never had an adverse reaction and only received benefits. We are also fortunate to have essential oils already in capsules such as Inner Defense, specially formulated by Gary Young.
Diffuse, Diffuse, Diffuse! You are your best diffuser. Put your oils on your body, rub them on your upper chest/thymus area, or put some one your hands and rub them together and gently run your hands over your clothes. When I am driving to and from work I take some oils on my hands and rub my car seats, the interior hood, and my steering wheel.
Young Living has several outstanding aromatic diffusers to help clean your environment by diffusing and spraying the oil molecules into the air. When using a diffuser, diffuse for 15 minutes, and then run a fan if possible. You can do this every hour, or every 2-3 hours throughout the day. Inexpensive timers (think Christmas light timers) can be purchased to help you conserve your oils while diffusing.
Use your oils at night – Anoint your body and drop oils on the four corners of your bed. Lavender is very soothing; add Eucalyptus for a heavenly night’s sleep.
Make a Spray – Spray bottles are inexpensive and can be purchased at www.abundanthealth.us . Add 10-20 drops of your favorite oil(s) and fill with distilled water, shake and spray.
Add Essential Oils to Your Bath – Soothe your soul with a relaxing essential oil bath. Mix several drops of your favorite oil in a quarter to half cup of Epsom salts and add to running water. Eucalyptus, RC, Raven, Lavender, Gentle Baby, Joy, Geranium – any of these oils are wonderful to bathe in. I would not suggest using the more caustic essential oils (clove, cinnamon, oregano); stick with the gentle oils such as listed above.
Topical – Put your oils on your feet, rub them on your arms and hands, and rub them on the back of your neck or on your thymus area. Put your oils on the back of your hand, reach around and you can easily rub them up your spine (neat little trick!).
Apply the Oils to Your Energy Centers and Energy Field – I consider the chakras our “spiritual organs” and believe that it is as important to take care of them as it is to look after the physical body.
Supplements – So important! Alkalime to help keep your body in an alkaline condition, which may keep your body’s immunity in check. ComforTone, a gentle colon cleanse to help move the toxins out of your body, ImmuPro, Inner Defense, Super C , MultiGreens.
PRO-biotics – Life 5 – Young Living’s powerful pro-biotic which contains 8 billion active cultures. It is important for our immunity to keep a balance of good bacteria in our gut. ANTI-biotics can kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, so using PRO-biotics after a course of antibiotics can help balance our systems and may help our immunity.
Thump Your Thymus! – Stimulating the thymus gland may help increase the body’s immunity. Add some oils to your fingertips and follow along with the video:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4358460109695312938&ei=B2b2SY66O43CrQKBmp3BBQ&q=location+of+thymus%2C+tap+the+thymus&hl=en
NingXia Red – Very supportive to the immune system. From website http://www.ningxiared.com/science.html Enhance Immunity – In a landmark preclinical study published in the peer-reviewed Journal of the American Nutraceutical Association, researchers determined that wolfberry juice and NingXia Red provides immune-boosting benefits.* In an animal study done at a hospital in Beijing in 2002, the wolfberry was found to stimulate interleukin-2 and gamma interferon, two anti-inflammatory substances important in supporting a healthy immune system.*
Water – Increase your water intake to help move toxins out of your system.
These oils are very powerful. If you experience sensitivity to the oils, please use a carrier oil to dilute and drink plenty of water and the sensitivity should pass within moments. When in doubt, use caution and go slowly.
If you have essential oils – PLEASE USE THEM. If you have Inner Defense, USE IT. Put your oils such as lemon, orange, tangerine and peppermint into the water you drink.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to Gary Young, Mary Young and the staff at Young Living Essential Oils for giving us these wonderful products which I believe WILL protect me and my family during this health crisis. Gary’s tireless quest for the purest oils for our health and well being will benefit mankind and help us to remain healthy in our future.
*Disclaimer: This material is for educational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose, prescribe or treat any condition or illness. If you are ill, and especially if you have come in contact with the Swine Virus, seek immediate medical intervention.
Dr Linda: www.AbundanceIs.com for further info.
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