Is there ever a time when you or your family could use some peace and calm? Busy schedules, a To Do list a mile long, pressures at work? Pretty awesome that a bottle of plant juice can give you a little escape from the hustle and bustle of life.  Peace & Calming Use this oil…

Before I was introduced to essential oils, I didn’t know that the very things I was using to keep my home clean and my family safe from germs, bugs, and sickness were actually harmful and not promoting health at all. That bright blue dish soap… ya know, the one that’s supposed to be safe enough…

I used to spend so much time in Bath and Body Works. I took the time to smell everything in that place. Makes me cringe now.  The fragrance alone is one of these most toxic ingredients in all their soaps, lotions, body washes, candles, and air fresheners. Unfortunately, the word “fragrance” on any ingredient list…

Every day… I roll my “Boobie” and “Love My Ovaries” blends on well, my boobies and over my ovaries.  “My Boobie Blend” 5-10 drops each of Frankincense, Lavender, Myrtle, Orange, Tsuga, and Sandalwood. Fill the rest of a 10mL roller bottle with a carrier oil.  “Love My Ovaries” 10 drops each of Orange, Frankincense, and…

When Sofia was little she kept getting sores in her mouth. They were so painful and frequent. Finally, I asked her dentist about it. She casually said, “Yeah, it’s probably the Foaming agent in her toothpaste. Just be sure she rinses her mouth out really good.”  Shortly thereafter is when we were introduced to Young…

Most people have no idea that laundry detergent and fabric softener are two of the most toxic things they have in their home.  Not only is it harmful to our skin, our respiratory system, and endocrine system but it’s horrible for our environment. Where does that detergent, softener, and water go while our washing machine…

Grocery shopping isn’t one of my most favorite things to do. It needs to be done, but for me it’s tedious and takes me away from other things I’d rather be doing. I know I’m not alone. This isn’t the only reason I loathe this task. 7 years ago I became a MAJOR label reader.…

We protect our computers with anti-virus software, our homes with alarm systems, and our cars with locks. We go out of our way and spend money to protect the things we value from theft and damage. More and more I believe we are missing the mark and unaware that we neglect to protect one of our…

Often when I talk to people who have no prior experience with essential oils (EOs), there is naturally a little hesitation. I used to be that person. In fact, as I’ve shared many times before, I used to believe essential oils were a bunch of new-agey hocus-pocus voodoo magic. Now I am constantly in awe at…

It’s finally finished!! I am so excited to be able to share with you all a book I’ve been working on for what seems like a VERY LONG time. It feels almost like giving birth…here she is, a beautiful baby Granola Babe. I hope this book inspires you and empowers you to be the CEO…

One of the biggest compliments I get these days is when people tell me that I smell amazing. Victoria Secret’s Bombshell perfume used to be my favorite scent but I’ve done a complete 180 since being introduced to essential oils. Upon learning about all the toxic chemicals in my fragrances and personal care products (and…

‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice, apples, and brightly colored leaves. Fall is the favorite season for so many people I know. As summer comes to an end we welcome the cooler nights and breaking out the sweatshirts, sweaters, and boots. As a born-and-raised Upstate New Yorker living in Phoenix, Arizona, I miss the changing…

I know I’m not alone when I say that sometimes I wonder about my own mental capacity. How is it possible to set off to go grab something in another room, only to get there and for the life of you can’t figure out why you came in there in the first place? I’m embarrassed…

One thing you should know about me (if you don’t already) is that I can get pretty fired up. Today, I’m pretty darn fired up. Would you like to know why I’m so committed and passionate about Granola Babes? It’s not just that I’m in love with my essential oils. It’s so much more than…

Through divine intervention I had the opportunity to attend Young Living’s Beauty School in Midway Utah over the weekend. These events always end up offering more than I could anticipate. One highlight of my trip came on the way home from Beauty School as our route took us by the Young Living Mona Lavender Farm.…

I don’t know why it comes as such a surprise to me but I’m always in awe when I hear stories of kids loving essential oils and asking for them. These kiddos don’t know the science behind the oils, they don’t know why and how they work, they just know that they like the smell…

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to experience a broad spectrum of essential oils in your cooking. From appetizers, breads, casseroles and desserts, you can incorporate essential oils in them all. Get a head start in your preparations and stock up on the oils you’ll need to use in these traditional recipes. Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes…

Understanding how we absorb nutrients may change how and what you put into your body. Unfortunately, our foods are lacking in vitamins and minerals and a lot of us have resorted to supplementation to make up for this (or poor nutrition). It’s always a good idea to do your research when it comes to what…

Many people don’t realize that essential oils can be safely ingested….but, let me be very clear that this statement is only true of pure, unadulterated, organic and therapeutic grade essential oils. I trust Young Living solely for this reason. I cannot recommend or promote any other essential oil company. Essential oils compliment and support healthy…

I’ve talked a lot about cleaning products, the dangers associated with them and the goal of ridding our homes of them. I want to shift gears a little by focusing now on our personal care products. If you’re keeping up with my blog posts from this 90-Day Challenge then you’ve probably caught on to the…

I know I talk a lot about the toxins and chemicals in our cleaning products, but it’s important to understand why they are so detrimental to our health. Imagine yourself in your bathroom on cleaning day. You’ve just filled the toilet bowl with bleach, you’ve sprayed your mirrors with Windex, you’ve saturated your tub and…

Just a forewarning, I’m probably going to step on some toes in this post.  My only disclaimer is that “BEOs” (Before Essential Oils), I could have earned major frequent sniffer points for the amount of time I spent in Bath and Body Works and Yankee Candle.  I can’t judge you because I should have bought…

The Center for Disease Control says that keeping our hands clean is one of the best things we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading germs to others.  It may seem so simple and yet all the time people are not washing their hands after using the bathroom, blowing their nose, coughing or…

Ever heard of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate?  If you haven’t completed Challenge #1 and you still have cleaning products lurking in your cabinets chances are you’ll find a product with this as one of the main ingredients.  It is commercially used as a degreaser and is found in shampoos, toothpaste, mouthwash, hand creams, lotions and cleansers….AND…

Excited is an understatement describing how I feel about empowering others to make healthy choices using natural remedies.  I get so fired-up when I think about how toxic all the products are that we use on a daily basis all the while unaware of the hidden dangers.  We believe these products to be safe merely…

Hello fellow Granola Babes!  I am honored to have been asked by Teri McCallum to share a story with you.  The one thing that came to mind was to share with you the reason I was drawn to, and became involved with Young Living.   The inspiration in my soul is driven by my late brother-in-law,…