Jacquelyn A Close, RA

Young Living’s Wintergreen Essential Oil

By D. Gary Young, President and Founder of Young Living

One thing I have prided myself and Young Living on is the total quality of the essential oils we provide. From the soil used, how the plants are harvested, the distillation process, to frequent intensive testing for impurities; Young Living’s legacy is built on the trust and quality of our products. That’s why Young Living is, and has remained, the world leader in essential oils for all these years!

One amazing essential oil we have is wintergreen. We found the perfect nutrient-rich area to grow this oil in southern China. Our wintergreen supplier (and all other suppliers we use) must meet what we call the Young Living Therapeutic Grade (YLTG) standard. This standard means every essential oil Young Living distills or sources contain only the purest ingredients grown from the optimal soil. This ensures that the oil does what nature has intended it to do – heal and give comfort. It is a standard that exceeds what our competitors can only hope to reach.

We regularly go and meet with our suppliers so I asked two of our sourcing experts, Mary Lou Jacobsen and Sue Chao to personally visit our supplier’s wintergreen fields. Their report was just as I expected; the fields, harvesting techniques, and distillation processes continued to meet and exceed our stringent requirements.

But folks, our quality guidelines don’t end there. Once we receive a shipment of wintergreen essential oil, EACH batch undergoes testing in our labs to ensure nothing was diluted or changed synthetically. If any testing results come back below our guidelines, the batch is sent back to the supplier. Unfortunately for many unknowing consumers, these Young Living rejected batches are resold to other producers, that then turn around and sell these counterfeit “essential oils.” It’s unfortunate, but that’s how many of our producers do business.

I want to reiterate a statement recently released about Young Living’s wintergreen testing:

“As part of the lab tests, wintergreen is also subjected to isotopic ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) analysis. Based on the carbon 13 and carbon 12 isotopic ratio, the IRMS can determine whether a particular lot of wintergreen is naturally sourced or synthetic (created in a lab). From 2001­­­ to 2009, every batch of wintergreen essential oil offered by Young Living has undergone this test. The results from this 8-year period show that our wintergreen essential oil ranges from -33.1 to -34.26, or well within the isotopic range for this essential oil. By contrast, the isotopic range for synthetic wintergreen is -26 to -28. Our personalized sourcing approach, combined with our state-of-the-art testing, ensures that each and every essential oil—from balsam fir to wintergreen—is of the highest, most potent therapeutic quality, just as nature intended.”

It is vital to understand that wintergreen from Young Living and wintergreen from another producer is the same in name alone.

There are other producers in addition to Young Living and always will be. Some will be successful; some will come and go just as fast as they started. But one thing will remain – Young Living’s total commitment to providing you with unprecedented quality in each and every essential oil we produce.

Essentialy Yours,

Gary Young

To learn more about the Young Living  Therapeutic GradeTM Standard, please drop me an email. Jacquelyn Close

by Jacquelyn Close, Registered Aromatherapist

Today, April 27^th, 2009, it’s on the TV, the radio, in the news. Everywhere you turn you hear about more who are sick or dying from the latest Swine Flu outbreak.

The CDC website reports that a total of 40 laboratory confirmed cases have been documented in the USA, including the States of New York, California, Texas, Kansas, and Ohio. CNN reported this morning that over 1,600 cases have been documented in Mexico City, and that 149 are confirmed dead there from this latest version of swine influenza. Interesting to me was that they also reported that there are 36,000 deaths annually that are attributed to the flu.

What we who use oils know and what the greater world population has not yet discovered is that essential oils offer a highly effective option for dealing with viruses.

Here is what Maurice had to say about Oils and Influenza

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Hello Everyone,

From time to time I take my Nansee to an ND Scientist who specializes in viruses, bacteria, parasites & of course cancer. It’s a long story but mainly we go to have her blood checked. The doctor knows I am with Young Living Essential Oils. So, when I called to make an appointment he asked if I had an unopened bottle of Oregano and if so please bring with, he would like to test it.

When we walked in there was a lady leaving who had Influenza. The doctor checked Nansee’s blood under the scope and then asked if I brought the Oregano. I handed the bottle to him & he said I want to tell you something about Gary Young but first I need to get something to test this with from the other room. When he came back he started to talk about the test procedure. I reminded him he was going to tell me something about Gary. Yes Indeed he was.

Your Gary Young is a genius when it comes to essential oils and is considered a genius in the scientific community. He has without a doubt the best farms in the U.S. and second to none in the world.

Guess who’s gloating hearing all of this? Next he said, aside from that he also has built the best distillers in the world. All of his studies of the oils around the world has sure paid off and of course the contribution of his formulations and writings has put him on top of a select group.

While he was talking he opened the Oregano and said. ” You were right, Maurice, this is good stuff, no need to test it as the smell of carvacrol in the oil is perfect as is the color.”

Trust me folks, I had no idea this man knew so much about essential oils.

Next: “Would you like to see what your Oregano will do to Influenza? I have it on a slide from the lady who just left. Look in the microscope first to see what it looks like.”

It was a black spidery mass surrounded by blood. Now her sample is between two slides and we will apply the Oregano to the edge. If it is as good as I say, it will suck the black mass to it and you will see the mass turn white. This means of course that it is destroyed. He applied the oil to the edge and said look now into the scope and tell me what is happening.

I was amazed. The oregano was pulling the black mass toward it and the mass was turning white.

There you have it. What an exciting day.

Maurice

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Our daughter-in-law, Heather, had mono and the doctors told her she would be sick for at least 2 weeks to 2 months or longer. They had nothing to offer her in the way of treatment for this virus. They told her all she could do was “Just go home and rest.”

According to WebMD:

“Mononucleosis, also called “mono,” is a common viral illness that can leave you feeling tired and weak for weeks or months. Mono goes away on its own, but lots of rest and good self-care can help you feel better.”

Heather was in pain. Her throat was swollen almost shut. She was miserable and they told her they could do nothing for her. She came to me in tears.

Taking a blend of all natural essential oils in “00” capsules, she was over her virus and completely well in 3 days. She went back to work only 4 days after she got sick. I don’t know anything else that works that fast or that well. She had been a skeptic about oils until this happened, now she knows they work better than anything else she has ever tried.

And what a joy to have something to turn to that won’t hurt you, has no known side effects, and it works when conventional medicine has nothing to offer.

That same natural antibiotic and anti-viral blend of oils may help you if you think you might be sick.

In a “00” capsule combine:

8-10 drops Thieves Essential Oil Blend

4 drops Frankincense Oil

4 drops Oregano oil

Shake and take every 2 hours if you are already sick.

If you feel like you are just coming down with something, take 1-3 capsules a day until you feel better.

Most companies do not produce oils that are safe enough to take internally. Don’t know where to get safe oils? Drop me an email at jac@jacquelynclose.com

To Your Good Health,

Jacqui Close

110 Uses for 9 EveryDay Oils

by Jacquelyn A Close

There is nothing so important as our health. A wealthy man or woman will spend every last penny to gain or retain their health. While a man or woman who has their health can create wealth time and time again. Ensure you will always have your health by utilizing the powerful benefits of Young Living’s therapeutic-grade essential oils. Keep them handy, you never know when you will need them. In our home, we use oils every day.

My son was in a motorcycle accident twice and both times had severe road rash. The oils took care of it. I cut my finger almost to the bone with hedge trimmers, and the oils were my first choice instead of the emergency room and medical care. A friend who works in the emergency room of the local hospital told me I had saved more than $2,000 by not going to the emergency room. Both my son and I have almost no visible scar tissue and full use of the finger, arms and thumb and hands that were affected.

The oils in this select collection will provide ongoing support for your home, health, and body. Enjoy the relaxing benefits of Lavender and Peace & Calming, the cleansing power of Thieves and Purification, the comforting touch of Valor and PanAway, and more!

Young Living’s

Everyday Oils Kit Includes:

1 – 5 ml Frankincense
1 – 5 ml Lemon
1 – 5 ml Lavender
1 – 5 ml Peppermint
1 – 5 ml Purification
1 – 5 ml Panaway
1 – 5 ml Peace & Calming®
1 – 5 ml Thieves®
1 – 5 ml Valor®

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Happy Oiling!

Jacqui Close

Essential Oil Toxicity – Three Schools of Thought
By Vicki Opfer
March 2009

When single molecules are extracted out of an oil and are used by themselves, or they are created synthetically in a lab, they can be toxic.  Phenols are one of those.  So does that mean that oils containing phenols need to be used cautiously?

When those same molecules are left in the oil, and the pure, whole, unadulterated essential oil is used, we don’t see the same toxicity. This is because there are other molecules that seem to buffer those molecules in the body.

I’d like to remind you that there are 3 models of aromatherapy today:

1. the English – oils are usually diluted, and the English trained aromatherapists seem to be afraid to use the oils.   I wonder whether this model was created because someone used synthetic or low quality oils and observed a bad response.

2. the German model – essential oils are used primarily through smell, often for emotional balancing or mood enhancement.

3. the French model – the oils are used undiluted, often in fairly large quantities.  They use them topically, internally, vaginally, rectally, etc.   They do not seem to be afraid of toxicity, as French medical doctors have told me that they simply don’t observe toxicity when using pure, therapeutic grade oils.  They told me that essential oils are very different than fatty oils which can be hard on the liver.  Pure essential oils are light, volatile, and do not affect the liver.   Scientists can see them in the bloodstream within a few minutes of application, and within 2.5 hours, all traces of them are gone.   However, the effects have been known to last indefinitely.

When I hear someone who is concerned about essential oil toxicity, or seem to be afraid to use oils, I realize that they have been trained in the English model.

With that said, yes, some oils like oregano and cinnamon can be warm on the skin.   If an oil heats up on the skin, we rub a little pure vegetable oil over the area and it cools down within a few minutes.

If someone is very sick, pregnant, very young, or very old, we’re respectful and use small quantities of oils, and we often choose oils which are extremely gentle on the body such as lavender and chamomile.  It’s not that we think that the oils can cause harm.   We just choose to always err on the side of caution, and we’re respectful.

I’ve been in Young Living for 15 years now, and I have trained and observed thousands of people, and I have never seen anyone hurt, in any way, by any of our essential oils.

On a very rare occasion, someone will break out in a rash after using an oil, and when I ask, “Is this the first time you’ve ever had a rash response?”   Their answer is always the same – “No, I’ve had rashes before.”   The oils seem to be trying to get rid of toxins in the body, and since the skin is an eliminative organ, sometimes if other eliminative organs are compromised, the body will use the skin. When in doubt, use a small amount, and see what happens.

When someone is on chemotherapy, it’s a choice they’ve made consciously, and we need to respect their choice.  They are having chemicals put into their body to purposely lower the immune system or kill cells – some healthy, and some not healthy.   I just don’t think it’s a good idea to bombard the body with a lot of essential oils during that time, as it might be confusing.   If someone I loved was on chemotherapy, I might offer them simple oils like lavender to help them sleep, or a little PanAway for the pain, but I would wait until they were finished with their chemotherapy and wanted to rebuild their body before using larger amounts of essential oils.

We have a lot to offer just to help improve the quality of life for our loved ones – help ease their pain and depression, and help them get a better night’s sleep.  It’s a gift we can give them.

Today I will make a difference. I will begin by controlling my thoughts. A person is the product of his thoughts. I want to be happy and hopeful. Therefore, I will have thoughts that are happy and hopeful. I refuse to be victimized by my circumstances.

I will not let petty inconveniences such as stoplights, long lines, and traffic jams be my masters. I will avoid negativism and gossip. Optimism will be my companion, and victory will be my hallmark. Today I will make a difference.

I will be grateful for the twenty-four hours that are before me. Time is a precious commodity. I refuse to allow what little time I have to be contaminated by self-pity, anxiety, or boredom. I will face this day with the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow comes, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and giving. Today I will make a difference.

I will not let past failures haunt me. Even though my life is scarred with mistakes, I refuse to rummage through my trash heap of failures. I will admit them. I will correct them. I will press on. Victoriously. No failure is fatal. It’s OK to stumble…I will get up. It’s OK to fail…I will rise again. Today I will make a difference.

I will spend time with those I love. My spouse, my children, my family. A man can own the world but be poor for the lack of love. A man can own nothing and yet be wealthy in relationships. Today I will spend at least five minutes with the significant people in my world. Five quality minutes of talking or hugging or thanking or listening. Five undiluted minutes with my mate, children, and friends.

Today I will make a difference.

Max Lucado
From On The Anvil
Copyright (Tyndale Publishing, 1985) Max Lucado

2009 — Amazing!

In December, 1985, after 3 surgeries, 3 months of intensive radiation, and consultations with the world’s leading doctors and oncologists, I was told I had less than 2 months to live.

I was certain in my heart that God still had something more for me to do here on this earth and knew the doctors were wrong, but it never occurred to me just how much He had planned for me. Here I am, 23 plus years later, still serving in His Garden. He has shown me so many things, taught me so many things, and used me to accomplish so much. Now He has called me to reach out to others in an ever greater way.

This first post begins appropriately with giving Him the Glory and Honor for all that has been and will be. Without His Grace and Mercy, I would have died, just as the doctors predicted so many years ago.  He has shown me such Love and Generosity, it is beyond comprehension and thought.  I had not and do not deserve any of it, yet He gave without hesitation to me His little child.

The truth you may not know is that He will do the same for you. Just turn to Him in Faith and Love. Even if at first your thoughts are grounded in fear and despair, keep going to Him in prayer and asking for His help, and you will see your life change. I am living proof, as are many, many others in this world.

There is life beyond cancer, life beyond physical pain, life beyond financial disaster, life beyond the daily despair, and it is yours for the asking. This is a New Year, a New Opportunity! Ask and you shall receive. Knock and it shall be opened unto you. This is 2009 — Your Year to Shine!