One of the best bits of parenting advice I was given was to be proactive instead of reactivate. Getting ahead of the curve really helps minimize attitude swings for both the little people and the adults. Taking a cue from this, we really try to be proactive in our health as well, because the only thing worse than being sick are having sick kids. 😬 As our news feeds are filled with updated reports on the coronavirus, I thought I would share our regimen for supporting our body systems. 🙌
Before I get into all of the goodies, I just want to clarify a few things. First off, we are so extremely thankful for western medicine and doctors! But we also believe that God designed our bodies with powerful antibodies that should be supported by a healthy diet and by taking organic supplements. Second, I am not a doctor and what I have here is a list of what my family uses with great success to support our body systems. Nothing I am posting here is intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Third, when you see * next to an item, it means it's safe for your little people too!
All right... Let's go! + bone broth* - Our health begins with healthy gut flora! Bone broth is not only full of incredible nutrients, but it's delicious! Bone broth has been shown to help seal openings in the gut that may lead to an overactive and eventually weakened immune system. ... Bone broth is easy for the body to absorb, can help heal and seal the gut, and also has anti-inflammatory properties to boot.
+ yl super c chewable vitamin* - Vitamin C has been used with great success since the 1930's! Young Living has formulated chewable vitamin c tablets that are infused with essential oils! We love these! (FYI: These vitamins do contain milk or a milk derivative. Keep reading for my favorite vegan friendly vitamin c!) + orthomolecular vitamin d - This is one of my favorite weapons! Most of us in the modern age are vitamin d deficient. Whenever we have been exposed to sickness, or if we are starting to feel like we may be coming down with something, we go straight for our vitamin d! According to the National Library of Medicine, "Deficiency in vitamin D is associated with increased autoimmunity as well as an increased susceptibility to infection."
+ yl mightyvites multivitamins* - Vitamins for your little army! These vitamins are super awesome and packed with nutrients and vitamins like vitamins, a, c, e, d, b, folate, magnesium and more! + yl mightypro probiotics* - Okay, these are where it's at! Probiotics that ALSO contain PREbiotics this supplement features over 8 billion active, live cultures to support digestive and immune health.
+ mary ruth's organic vitamin c gummies* - These gummies are vegan friendly and also have a lower dosage of vitamin c. We use these for a daily wellness regimen with the kids and switch over to the YL chewable option if the kids come down with something. + yl inner defense - Every home needs these!! The Inner Defense reinforces systemic defenses, creates unfriendly terrain for yeast/fungus, promotes healthy respiratory function, and contains potent essential oils like oregano, thyme, and Thieves which are rich in thymol, carvacrol, and eugenol for immune support.
+ yl thieves 15ml* - We diffuse this on the daily during the winter months and anytime we are around people who are feeling less than 100%
+ yl thieves roll on* - We all use this on the bottoms of our feet twice daily! + elderberry syrup* - You can totally make your own by buying organic elderberries! So many recipes online! I also know so many people who make it and sell it, which is a total time saver for this busy mama! Also, Mary Ruth Organics has an Elderberry Syrup! + yl ningxiared* - The Young Living NingxiaRed is an incredible beverage that contains a ton of antioxidant ingredients! We all take 2oz each day, and we double that if we ever catch a bug. + yl thieves & yl frankincense vitality eo* - Take your daily dose of NingxiaRed to the next level and add a drop of Thieves and Frankincense! I usually put the oils in the bottom of the cups and add the NingxiaRed. You can also dip a toothpick into the Thieves and stir it into the NingxiaRed for your kiddos! + boiron oscillococcinum homeopathic remedy* - I remember the very fist time I used this homeopathic remedy. It was long before I was married with kids of my own, and my family had just come down with the flu. At the very first tingle, I took this and I was sick for one day! We keep this on hand all year round, and if the Coronavirus comes knocking I'm gonna whip this bad boy out! + boiron belladonna homeopathic remedy* - This is the best stuffy nose remedy! Get it! + water* - Lots of water! It's SO important to stay hydrated to keep your immune system in tip-top shape!! And if you do happen to get sick, stay EXTRA hydrated! Flush out those germs! + eat lots of veggies/herbs and dark berries* - Veggies are so good and filled with every nutrient you need to keep your immune system boosted! Also, dark berries are SUPER high in antioxidants!! Interesting fact: the darker your fruit and veggies are, the higher in antioxidants they are! + fresh garlic* Anyone else a huuuuge garlic lover? Just me? But in all seriousness, the properties in garlic are incredible! Garlic is filled with antioxidants, it's anti-inflammatory, and creates a stronger immune system!
+ golden milk* - have you seen how awesome turmeric is??? If not, you really should Google it! Turmeric naturally boosts the immune system by increasing the immunomodulating capacity of the body. Our Golden Milk is made with coconut almond milk, raw honey, cinnamon, and turmeric. So good! It tastes like a chai tea! Drop comment if you want our recipe!
+ orthomolecular orthomega pearls* - These omega pearls are not fishy at all, and they are super great for not only your brain health, but they support a healthy immune system, too!
+ yl thieves cough drops* - We love these! So soothing for that nasty cough, and filled with the signature Thieves blend to support your immune system! Win-win! + yl thieves foaming hand soap* - WASH YO HANDS!!! Seriously. If you don't want to get sick, wash your hands. If you do get sick, wash your hands! Always, always, always wash your hands! The Thieves foaming hand soap is formulated with Thieves, Lemon, and Orange essential oils with other naturally derived ingredients to clean hands! Remember, this blend was what the thieves used to rob dead bodies who died from the plague.... Do yourself a favor and get this.
+ yl thieves hand sanitizer* - Like the above tip... keep your hands clean!! I just saw in my news feed that my local target ran out of hand sanitizer! 😳 So happy I've got a huge stash of Thieves hand sanitizer!
+ make fresh juice* - we love to make a blend of carrot, celery, parsley, & apple juice! Juicing is so good for you! If you have a Jamba Juice near you, you can also ask them to make you a carrot + apple juice!
And here are some of my favorite essential oil diffuser blends to help you live above the line!
4 rosemary
3 ginger
3 cinnamon bark
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3 frankincense
2 lemon
2 tea tree
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5 lemon
3 cinnamon
2 clove
1 rosemary
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4 lemon
4 rosemary
2 eucaplyptus
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5 rosemary
4 cinnamon
1 oregano
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