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Or click on the Google, My Yahoo! button My MSN button, or Bloglines button if you keep a personalized home page there. Visiting the blog by way of RSS is a great way to keep up with what's happening on Family Essential Oils. Feb 7, 2012 Nutritional HelpWe all recognize the importance of good nutrition, but many may not be aware of the nutritional help that essential oils can bring. I've always been conscious of my diet and eating well, but as I'v Permalink -- click for full blog post "Nutritional Help" Feb 7, 2012 Lose Weight NaturallyFinally, a way for you to lose weight naturally – that really works. “I can't lose weight.” It's a statement made by thousands of people. . . thousands of frustrated people. And when you consider Permalink -- click for full blog post "Lose Weight Naturally" Nov 23, 2011 Family Essential Oils. A natural way to a healthier household.Our family uses therapeutic-grade essential oils to address everyday health needs and improve our overall well-being. Your family can benefit from the power of natural healing oils too. Aug 28, 2011 Vitamin WaterIs vitamin water any good for you? What do we know about its nutrition? Should you be drinking this product? Are there healthy alternatives to vitamin water? Permalink -- click for full blog post "Vitamin Water " May 26, 2011 Hot Tub CareMarch 2010 Just out from a lovely dip in the hot tub. With the nice Spring weather this week I decided to change the water and clean it. Last time I changed the water? Hate to admit it … AUGUST! I usually try to change the water every 3-4 months but it just didn’t need it. Why, you ask? What’s different?
GERANIUM – Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil. Since I purchased the hot tub in 2006, I’ve used Baqua Spa Chemicals to balance the water and keep it sanitary. Then, in October 2009 I read about using Geranium Essential Oil in your hot tub. All I have used since October is about 6 drops of geranium once a week.
I was shocked as I emptied it – after 6 months of use. Typically when I empty the water from the pipes and pump it comes out milky colored and well … just gross. This time? The water from the pumps was crystal clear – no kidding! I also found the nooks and crannies that I usually have to scrub were just not that dirty at all.
After refilling my 355 gallon tub, I put 20 drops of Geranium oil in and voila! All done. I’m excited at not only the financial savings, but the thought of no chemicals on my skin.
UPDATE: May, 2011 Hot tub continues to be crystal clear with the Geranium essential oil. Now, I change the water only twice a year. There are a couple of other things I do to keep the water clean.
When I fill the tub, I use our well water that is very highly alkaline and full of rust, too. Because of this, I use "Sodium Bisulfate", a mineral salt, to balance the ph before adding 20 drops of Geranium.
Also, when we are using the hot tub regularly, I wash out the filters once a week with hose. Then, about once a month I put the filters in a tub of water with 8-10 drops of Thieves Essential Oil Blend. I soak them overnight, then put them back in the hot tub. May 24, 2011 Vita FlexOne very effective way to apply essential oils is through the use of the Vita Flex Technique. This technique is a specialized form of massage of the feet or hands. It utilizes a complete network of Permalink -- click for full blog post "Vita Flex" May 19, 2011 Insect Bite RemedyEssential oils serve as an ideal insect bite remedy due to their anti-toxic and oil-soluble properties. One of the keys to their effectiveness is applying the oils as soon after an insect bite as pos Permalink -- click for full blog post "Insect Bite Remedy" May 19, 2011 Natural Insect RepellentAn effective natural insect repellent is welcome to any who want to enjoy the great outdoors without the adverse effects that come from common pests and toxic repellents. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Natural Insect Repellent" May 10, 2011 Massage Therapy BenefitsMassage therapy benefits are greatly enhanced by the use of therapeutic essential oils. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Massage Therapy Benefits" May 9, 2011 Raindrop TechniqueI have personally benefited from what's called the Raindrop Technique in a big way. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Raindrop Technique" Apr 8, 2011 Drug Resistant BacteriaThe occurrence of drug resistant bacteria has become a serious health issue in our time – and there's no sign it's going away soon. The overuse of antibiotics is a big contributor to the increase in Permalink -- click for full blog post "Drug Resistant Bacteria" Mar 14, 2011 Natural Remedy for ADDLooking for a natural remedy for ADD? Therapeutic essential oils provide an excellent alternative to drugs. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Natural Remedy for ADD" Mar 3, 2011 Natural Home RemediesNatural home remedies are a great way to deal with the common ailments that can affect any family. And the popularity of such remedies is growing, too. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Natural Home Remedies" Mar 3, 2011 Pink Eye RemedyI have found essential oils to serve as an effective pink eye remedy. In the situations I am aware of, therapeutic essential oils have brought relief for pink eye within a day, and have usually clear Permalink -- click for full blog post "Pink Eye Remedy" Feb 15, 2011 Natural Cough RemedyIf you are looking for a natural cough remedy, there are a number of therapeutic-grade essential oils that can bring relief. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Natural Cough Remedy" |
