Did Someone Say Pyramid?!

I have now been in the network marketing business for over year which is not something I really thought was for me….ever.  Yes, I had tried a couple other companies and failed miserably to build any sort of business.  With doTERRA, I am succeeding.  It is truly amazing but I know for certain, it is not me….it is the products.  They really will sell themselves.  

Anytime I share the oils or teach a class, the same few comments come up.

"These pyramid schemes are not for me!"

"I am not a salesperson and really do not want to pressure my friends and family to buy stuff from me."

"I have no time or money to do my own business."

So let's start with how you make money with doTERRA.  The compensation plan has many ways to make money.  Fast Start Bonus, Power of 3, Unilevel and of course Retail.  The great thing about this compensation plan from others I have been involved with is that with the Unilevel Commission is structured differently.  As your levels go deeper, you percentages go higher.  Typically, I have seen your first few levels…where you have less people…earn you a larger percentage and your deeper levels…where you have more people, earn you less.  It can really be the difference in of thousands of dollars if you have grown a large organization.

So let's look at the first comment….the stigma of Multilevel Marketing or Network Marketing.  There are many out there that have set up their "pyramids" and then found a product to plug in to make money.  Those companies tend to sell the opportunity more than their product.  doTERRA is focused on the products and not the opportunity.  I encourage and attempt to educate my "oil lovers" (users of the oils) as much as my "oil junkies"(my business builders).   I just want everyone to incorporate the oils in their daily lives so they are healthier.   

But lets look at a typical business model…NOT AN MLM…..there is a pyramid there too.  I work in a standard American business.  I am an employee.  I have a manager who has a manager and so on.  The requirements to move up at my company require very long hours.  I have three kids and a husband I love to spend time with so long hours don't appeal to me at the moment.

Now, I won't say there is anything wrong with these companies.  I simply want to point out that in every business there are always levels of leadership.  In both instances, someone motivated can move up the ranks from Employee to CEO or Consultant to Presidential Diamond.  Network marketing simply gives you more flexibilty because you advance at the speed you want to the rank you want.  A job opening, is never required.  Both "jobs" do require work.  

Comment #2 - "I am no sales person and I won't be pushing my friends and family to join."

My comment back to them is always, "I absolutely do NOT want you to push ANYONE."  Why?  Because it always backfires.  I encourage you to share the oils and offer them a chance to learn about the oils.  Learn about them and then decide.  That is it.  Most people, especially those who care about you, are willing to give you a little bit of time to listen and learn.  

Then I ask them this one question…."Do you ever offer them advice on restaurants or clothing choices or products you use now?"  The usual response is "Of course I do.  If I find something I love and think they may like too, why wouldn't I?"  

Even kids love sharing their doTERRA!

Well, then you have what it takes to share doTERRA!  Use the products and fall in love with them.  You will have a harder time NOT talking about them than talking about them.  Soon you will find yourself saying, "Oh yeah, there is an oil for that!"  Yes, when they ask you where the can get them, it can feel akward that "I sell them." is your answer.  What I have found is that if you truly are listening to their needs, the fact that you share something you sell becomes a bonus.  Hand them a sample, give instructions and tell them you will check on them in a couple days.  More times than not, they call you back first!

And by the way…..most businesses spend milions on marketing their products to you via radio, print and TV.  Think of the millions on just the ads during the Superbowl.  doTERRA chose to engage in MLM where individuals do the marketing and get compensated for doing so.  Does that favorite product of yours that you suggested to your bestfriend give you money for the business you generated for them?  Word of mouth marketing is free but powerful.  Why do you think that is always a selection on a survey?

Comment #3 - "I don't have time or money."

Now, I will not assume everyone's situation is like mine.  I know it isn't.  Many of you are in far better shape and some of you might not be.  Some of you have lots of time on your hands and some don't have a minute's rest.  The question you have to ask yourself is "what do you want now and in the future?"  If your current situation is exactly what you want, then nothing I will say will ever make you want your own business.  If not, what are your options to change it?

For me, I want more time to be with my family and have more say in my schedule.  I want to go to those dance and soccer practices.  I want to go to the class parties.  With my current schedule, I don't really get much of a say.  It adds a lot of stress and guilt to the mommy guilt I already feel.  If you are a dad reading this, I know there is daddy guilt too.

To get started in a doTERRA business you need a couple things. 

Get enrolled as an IPC

          Get as many oils as you can afford

          Get your Loyalty Rewards order set up

Get educated on how to use the oils  

Starting a typical franchise of McDonald's requires a minimum of $750,000.  Yes, it will probably make you millions but do you have that kind of money right now?  I don't.  If you have around $150, you can start your doTERRA business and have options to share the oils and help people.  Quite a bit less, than $750,000 and better for your health!

So yes, I am a network marketer.  Yes, I am making money.  Big money…not yet but slow and steady wins the race right?  doTERRA announced the average earnings for their consultants for the 2013 year.  Check it out!  I have met more than one Blue Diamond level consultant.  They have been nothing but helpful to me.  Their backgrounds have a wide range of experiences and previous careers.  The one constant is they want to help others. 

doTERRA is really about the oils and the wellness of people.  I believe because the focus remains on helping others, the sucesses of many including me will continue.  Serving others is a good thing!

Want to join or learn more about being an IPC? 

Contact me or visit www.mydoterra.com/stephaniebader

Freezing, Fatigued,Fat and Frustrated!

Do those four words describe you most of the time?  For over 10 years, it was exactly how I would have described myself.  While everyone else in the room was comfortable or even warm, I was wishing I had a giant quilt covering me.

Despite, my layers of fat covering me, I could never keep warm.  

Of course those layers of fat would not budge even with a disciplined diet and exercise program.  Everyone was doing the Atkin's Diet and dropping 20-30 pounds…and cheating.  I was strict and dropped 7 lbs in a year.  Completely unfair.

The culprit?  My thyroid.  I had long suspected my thyroid was not running at optimal levels but doctor after doctor tested me and I was "normal".  I would hear from these professionals all sorts of things….perpetual jet lag from my job, just one of those "cold people", and more times than I care to say "you must not be dieting and exercising like you claim."  Talk about ticking off a person.  

Frustration was a constant for me.  I tried every diet trend that came along.  The weight never came off despite truly valiant efforts.

Before finding doTERRA,  I had my first baby.  I had lots of complications that really could be connected with a malfunctioning thyroid.  For one, my baby was small due to IUGR.  It was a small amount found in the placenta but because of her size, we both went through a rough time of testing.  Me, as her mom watching my sweet baby get tested and tested and ultrasounded.  Her….well you take a nice warm, snuggly baby and prick her foot or make her cold and she screams.  I would too!  I also was unable to breastfeed her due to the fact my milk never came in.  I did everything suggested and dried up after 3 1/2 weeks.  My lactation consultant asked me if I was hypothyroid.  

Talk about feeling like an inadequate mother.

After attempting Weight Watchers again, and losing a whole 4 lbs in 8 months and losing so much hair my part was almost an inch wide, my doctor finally said, "Your thyroid isn't working.  You would be what we call a textbook case of Hypothyroid."  

Can you hear the angels sing?  I actually started crying in her office.  I was relieved that someone finally agreed with me.  It was a relief I needed.

So a small dose of Synthroid was started.  I soon got pregnant with #2.  She was a BIG healthy baby who to this day, rarely gets sick.  I could breastfeed her up to 4 months which felt like a huge victory.  My job got more in the way than my body.  

Then I started my lose the baby weight and more diet.  40 lbs came off…..I needed to lose more but I took this as another victory.  Then it stopped.  I needed a dose adjustment.  Frustration rolled in again because doctors are slow to do that.  Bring in baby #3 to the pick and they really don't want to change things even when it is reccommended that increase your dose during pregnancy.  I consulted the Modern Essential book, oils that help and support your thyroid are Clove, Lemongrass, Myrhh.  I had the oils so I started layering Lemongrass and Clove over my thyroid.  It helped.  It was a good pregnancy and I breastfed that hungry boy for over 6 months.  Again, work got in the way, not the body.

During the last pregnancy, I found doTERRA oils.  As I am back in the "lose the baby weight mode", I have noticed many nasty hypothyroid symptoms reappearing. Once again the doctor was reluctant of a dose adjustment.  That  forced me to look at the oils even more as a way to boost and support my thyroid.  My joints hurt, my head hurt, my hair was leaving my scalp so fast I could have made a wig with the hair on the floor.  I can't be a tired, freezing and crabby mother of 3.  Kids don't get that it is hormones.

Everythingessential.me offers other protocols.  

Protocol 1

• 2-4 drops Grounding Blend and Geranium

• 2-4 drops Lemongrass and Myrrh

• Alternate the above two combinations weekly.  Apply them directly to the thyroid area, the reflexology points on the feet (great toes), and on the wrists multiple times per day. For ease of application Grounding Blend/Geranium blend and Lemongrass/Myrrh blend can be in roller bottles.

• Some also suggest supplementing with Peppermint and Clove

Protocol 2 (simpler)

• 5 parts Lemongrass

• 5 parts Clove

• 2 parts Frankincense

• Prepare the above blend in a roller bottle and apply topically to thyroid area (and reflexology points on feet) 3 times per day

Protocol 3 (also simpler)

• One person found simply putting 2-3 drops of Frankincense topically on the area 3 times a day reduced the size of the goiter caused by hypothryroidism.

Symptomatic relief 

• Pain - dilute Soothing Blend and apply topically

• Tiredness and depression - Joyful Blend, citrus oils, Peppermint

• Anxiety and irritability - Grounding Blend and Melissa

Consistency of application is important.

I have done a version of Protocol 2. Instead of Frank, I used Peppermint.  I have used drops and drops of Grounding Blend to help with the irritability I feel with feeling lousy as well as the frustration of delayed dosage adjustments.  Soothing Blend has helped with the joint pain.  2 drops of Frankincense under the tongue was suggested to me long before anything else so I have been consistent with that as well.

To be completely honest on here, my dose was increased finally a week ago.  This was after 3 months of complaining to my doctor.  I was testing "normal" again.  I am still using Protocol 2 that I modified with Peppermint to help.  The dose increase has helped my stubborn fat layers to start shedding and helped keep me feeling good enough to exercise.  The oils I feel have helped with the transition of the Synthroid.   I have always found when my hormones are adjusted, I can feel pretty weird for a few weeks.  After just a week, I am feeling pretty darn good.  

I am not always great about the multiple applications of the oils but those who are have given some great testimonials.  Check out this testimonial from EverythingEssential.me:

Cheryol - I am beyond amazed! I have had hypothyroidism and a huge goiter for the past 11 years. I decided to try the Frankincense on my goiter last night. After only 3 applications directly to the thyroid/goiter area, and a few drops under my tongue...the goiter is almost down to nothing! I am so excited. This is something the doctors told me would not go away or shrink. I can't wait to go to my next Doctor's appointment! 

Another big help to my thyroid….well to my overall health is using the Long Life Vitality vitamins.  

I can always tell when I have not done my daily regiment well.  It does make a huge difference.  By giving your body what it needs, you can help it heal.  Eat clean and wholesome foods, avoid the processed junk and soft drinks and you will be amazed at how much can change in your life.

If you are looking to do a Wellness Consult and would like my help, please send me a message.  We can do them in person or over the phone.  It will give you a great plan of attack to take charge of your own health.  Doctors are great but they are busy with lots of patients.  Be sure to look after yourself.  You are the only you in the world!

You Are What You Eat….Choose Wisely

As I browse through the selections on Netflix, I came across the documentaries section.  I was very intrigued.  If I had been at your standard video store, I seriously doubt I would have even noticed they had that section.  But I started to look and see what was offered.

Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead was a choice.  I  decided to see what that was about.  After all, I am really trying to get myself into a healthier routine using more natural methods.

Joe Cross documents his journey from being overweight and on multiple medications to help with a autoimmune skin condition to healthy and medication free.  The problem…he was fat and the drugs weren't working.  So he started juicing.  My first thought was…"man he had to be hungry and he did this for how long?!"  Seems weird when you hear it but I kept watching.

I am hypothyroid.  I have struggled with controlling my weight and have been griped at by doctors for years.  Finally, four years ago, I found a doctor who finally agreed that I was hypothyroid and actually prescribed Synthroid for me.  I soon was pregnant with baby number 2 and that pregnancy was by far different than the first.  My baby was much bigger and healthier.  To this day, she rarely gets sick.  Her older sister, constantly fighting colds or runny noses.

After baby #2, I went on a major diet and successfully lost 40 lbs.  My thyroid was working.  I was succeeding at weight loss and I felt great.  Then, my thyroid stopped working as well and my weight loss came to a screaching halt.

Despite my TSH levels changing, my doctor became reluctant to change my dose.  After three tests showing my TSH going from .9 to 1.8 to 2.3 in a manner of a couple months, she finally agreed.  I felt much much better.  Then came baby #3.

Fast forward to today.  My TSH levels are trending out of normal again and I am getting lots of pushback on a dosage adjustment.  Want to know normal levels….click here!    I am getting lots of griping on losing weight.  I was even given a diet plan by the doctor which shocked me.  It was filled with horrible processed food choices.  Too much salt, too much white flour and hidden sugar.  I eat healthier options than this plan suggested.  My portions are in check.  I am moving…..remember 10,000 steps a day? 

So I am frustrated.  I watch this documentary and start thinking…..why not try it or something similar?

My husband said, "I will do it with you.  Maybe it will help my skin issues."

DING DING DING…folks we have a winner!

We plan to do a full 3 day juice fast next week.  We may do a 5 but we will see after three how we feel.  This week we are kind of priming our systems with 1-2 protein shake/green smoothies per day.  Some people could just wake up and start but we have kids and don't have the ability to spend a day in bed if day 2 or 3 is a full on feel lousy detox kind of day.  

So what have we been drinking?  doTERRA Trim shakes and lots of fruits and veggies.

Here are some of the "recipes" we throw in our Vitamix:

 Peaches & Cream Plus…all made for 2 people or 2 shakes so half all this for one shake.

4 scoops of Vanilla Trim Shake
Large handful of Spinach or any dark leafy green
3 Strawberries
1 avocado
1/2 cucumber
2 stalks celery
1 1/2 cup of Frozen peaches
1 1/2 cup of Almond Milk - Vanilla
Splash of OJ and Water.

Blend all the fruits and veggies first with the OJ/Water.
Add the protien powder and Almond milk.

Blend well
Drink it cold!

Berries & Chocolate….again made for 2 people or 2 shakes so half all this for one shake.

4 scoops of Chocolate Trim Shake
Large handful of Spinach or any dark leafy green
2 medium carrots
1 small beet
1 1/2 cup of frozen Mixed Berries
1 1/2 cup of Almond Milk - Vanilla
Splash of water

Blend all the fruits and veggies first with the water.
Add the protien powder and Almond milk.

Blend well
Drink it cold!


Really the possibilities are endless so go with what you like!  Don't worry, most greens don't give flavor to the shake especially when something like berries or peaches are involved.  Just make sure your blender can really puree the fruits and veggies.

I have been surprised at how full I am staying.  The days I had one for breakfast and one for lunch, I was sure I would be starving by dinner.  I had a light snack between lunch and dinner…a piece of fruit and cheese and was not ravenous.  I ate my portion controlled dinner and didn't want seconds.

One key to this is to drink lots and lots of water as well.  That is no problem here since I have always been a big water drinker.  Water is very important though.

So back to the doctor……she reccommended I take Metamucil and Colace.  I opted for these smoothies.  My theory, more nutrients, better results.  Unfortunately, I was given a bit of a hard time by her nurse that food was not going to solve my problems.  Interesting huh?

I remember as a kid being told by doctors…"you are what you eat."  When did the medical field's philosophy change?  Now, I will talk to the actual doctor and see what she says but I was amazed at her nurse's attitude towards improving your diet.

10,000 Steps to a Better Me!

So the buzz of New Year's resolutions have come and gone.  How have you done with yours?

I would venture to guess that "Losing Weight" is the #1 resolution made in the US.  If not #1 then it is in the top 5.  

Every year, I know I have made this a resolution for myself in some fashion.  Yeah, I have worded it many different ways but it all boiled down to the same thing.  I need to drop weight and be healthier.  My motivations have usually been for vanity.  Yes, I know my health will improve but honestly I just wanted to look better.

Year after year, I have failed.  Oh, one year I managed to drop 40 pounds.  It was awesome.  People noticed.  The positive reinforcement was amazing.  Then, I had baby #3.  Yes, I have been blessed but the fact remains, I need to drop the baby weight and beyond.  

Many months ago I blogged about breaking up with sugar.  Let me tell you, that is no easy process.  Sugar is addictive.  I have really struggled.

Now back to resolutions......

This year, AGAIN, I decided I would get healthier and lose weight.  The difference?  I asked for a FITBIT.   My birthday is in January so my lovely mom got me a Flex.  Why?  Because I needed accountability and the fact that I can wear this day and night lets me know exactly how much I am moving during the day.  My goal....10,000 steps everyday.  

Is it hard?  YEP!  My job has me trapped in a seated position for hours per day so now to get my steps I HAVE to exercise.  And since I am pretty determined to meet my goal, I now have to move to do that.  No more excuses to sit on the couch.

So how does this all apply to oils?  Well, directly it really doesn't.   

Walking is one of those exercises that for me doesn't turn into a sore body.  If I am at work for the majority of the day I have to find a way to get those steps and that is where I have turned to my elliptical.  It does make me sore.  Thank goodness for Deep Blue.

Through this journey to learn all I can about the oils I have come across two books I just love for emotions and well being. 

Let's look at the oils that might help you have more resolve for those resolutions......

From Living Healthy & Happily Ever After

If you need help curbing cravings:
Blend 6 drops Fennel, 3 drops Ginger, 2 drops Rosemary and 1 drop Black Pepper into a wick inhaler.  Whenever the craving strikes.....take a sniff!


To help you with Transition and Change:  (which of course you have to do if you make a resolution)
Mix 3 drops each in a roll-on bottle of Balance, Roman Chamomile, Thyme, Vetiver, and White Fir PLUS 1 drop of Lavender.

Roll on the top of the foot between the big toe and the index toe.  Roll on the back of your neck.

2 drops of Melissa under your tongue can help you more if the internal struggles are really bad.


From Emotions:

For Perserverance try Helichyrsum or Balance.

To help you center yourself try Vetiver, Roman Chamomile or Clove.

Resolutions really should be thought of as long term goals.  I think making a series of small changes will lead to big changes.  Baby steps to running a marathon!  

Lotions and Potions!

Just a few days ago, I celebrated a milestone kind of birthday.  While I stared in the mirror wondering just how I got to be this age, my wonderful friends and family commented how I really don't look my age.  It  made me feel a little better….but I put on some Balance and Citrus Bliss to help me believe their comments.

I do think I have been blessed with good genetics in the area of aging.  My grandmother is in her 90's but most people guess her in her late 70's to early 80's.  

My mother is often asked if she is my sister. 

I tend to laugh when people comment and just feel it is my lack of maturity that shines through.  haha Afterall, I do laugh at many things 12 year old boys find funny!

But genetics aside, both my mother and grandmother instilled in my the need to take care of your skin.  After all, it is your largest organ!

As much as I like my still youthful skin, I tend to suffer from the same things I did in my youth.  Breakouts.  Personally, I think it is a crime that breakouts happen over the age of 20 but Mother Nature didn't ask me.  

doTERRA made me take a look at the way I was caring for my skin. 

Prior to doTERRA, I used many of the skin clearing blends.  I tried it all.  Proactiv, Clean & Clear, etc etc.  My skin did look better but there would be times I would have a reaction to the clearing agents in the formulas.  So imagine…..a couple big pimples and then red face to top that off.  Oh yeah, don't forget the oily T-zone shining away!  Just lovely.  ugh

Which type are you?  

As I got more and more into doTERRA, I saw the skin care line.  I was intrigued.  After all I would call myself and "lotions and potions" kind of girl.  I do want to stay looking youthful for a while.  Yes, it is pure vanity!  

I decided to order the Clear Skin set and the Invigorating Scrub.  The only issue, there was no moisturizer that seemed right at the time.  I was pregnant and avoiding as much "stuff" as I could.  A friend of mine said, "just use your FCO. It works great!"  

I politely said, "Thanks for the tip."  

In my head went something more like this….."OIL ON MY FACE!  Are you insane?  I will breakout like a kid in puberty! You are nuts!"

But…..since I was on a mission to try new things, reduce the chemicals I exposed the family to, I thought, alright, I will give it one week.  If my skin looks worse, I go back to my old regime.

After a week, my face felt smoother and softer.  No breakouts.  The one issue I was having was that using coconut oil was with my makeup.  My makeup just would not stay put through the day.  I adjusted to only using the FCO at night time instead of twice a day. 

The Result:  

Clear, soft, acne free skin for the remainder of my pregnancy.  Happy times!  Did I mention….NO BREAKOUTS!

The baby arrived and I decided it was back to helping prevent the wrinkles and aging again so I bought the Skin Care with Anti Aging Moisturizer Kit along with Immortelle.  

Immortelle intrigued me the most.  Since I was over the "oil on my oily skin", I really wanted to see how this oil would work around my eyes.  It has really helped lighten my dark circles and keep me from looking tired.  But this little roller ball bottle of oil can do much much more!

Today, I am still using this system.  I have used Immortelle on my scars from the C-section and seen a decrease in the appearance of the scar tissue.  Nice!

Then doTERRA did it again…..the released another skin care product.  The Reveal System.  As hard as I tried to resist, I just had to try it.  It was promoted as a spa like facial to help you with a healthy glow.  The pregnancy glow was gone and I missed it!  Add one set to the Loyalty Rewards order please and thank you!

I love this product!  It is easy to use, doesn't make a huge mess.  It doesn't ruin your washcloths and it works.  I use it a couple times a week and my makeup goes on so smooth.  

Until the end of January, this product is 10% off the retail price.  You should try it especially if you are on the fence.  

So the girl….yes I still feel like a girl!…..who was petrified to put oil on her face puts oil on her face and my skin has never looked better.  It still amazes me that it works, but it does.  

Shop for the skin care line here!

Learn more about Essentially Savannah here!

Shhhh....Let's just Whisper

Happy New Year everyone!  Life as I know it resumes again.

The holidays are wonderful.  They bring about so many things that remind me of all I have to be grateful for.  During my travels, I was able to meet so many new friends who love doTERRA and reconnect with so many family and friends I rarely get to see.  I even scored some jewelry.  Check out the awesome necklace I won at a doTERRA event between Christmas and New Years.

  

One "person" reconnected with me with very poor timing.  Aunt Flow.  She has the worst timing.  She loves to make me feel lousy.  This time around she gave me a hormonal headache from hell!  The common term is the Menstrual Migraine.  

The drop of estrogen and progesterone can trigger these migraines in some women and it appears I am one of many.  Some find relief by taking birth control.  Many will recommend taking NSAIDs such as Advil or Aleve.  I can tell you, neither option touched my headache.  I was miserable.  

Imagine packing up your family of 5 with a migraine that makes you want to hurl your breakfast while your 4 and 3 year old repeat your name every 5 seconds.  It was a rough day and on top of it, we were headed to a wedding.  On New Year's Eve!  I know you are jealous!

So you have the picture and my husband has asked me why we were packed so crazy!  haha

I pushed through.  I tried my normal headache rememdies....Past Tense, Peppermint & Lavender, Frankincense.  The relief was only minutes.  The headache would roar back.

Finally, I decided to sit and try evaluate my options.  I had this new oil for women I got from doTERRA for free...ask me how later......it is called Whisper.

Through my doTERRA research I vaguely remembered someone pointing out that it was good for hormonal balance.  Since I knew this was a menstrual migraine, I thought it was worth a shot.  I was desperate.  So after I hopped out of the shower to get myself ready to shine at a wedding, I put a drop on each wrist.

20 minutes later.....my headache was not the only thing on my mind.  I could think, I could hold a conversation, I could manage, my head was not throbbing.  

I get myself all gorgeous...well as gorgeous as you can get when you apply makeup with migraine blinding you.  Pictures will tell the truth later.  I applied 2 more drops.  My headache decreased even more.  It was obviously noticeable since my husband said he could tell I was feeling better.  

So that little bottle went in my purse.  JUST IN CASE!  Off to drop off the kids and watch a wonderful couple say "I DO!"

Before dinner was served, I decided on two more drops.  Headache was GONE.  I felt like eating, I felt like chatting, I felt like laughing, I felt like dancing,  It was time to party!  

6 little drops changed my entire New Year's Eve!  Wholesale...the cost of my saved night was $1.74.  Totally worth it!  I can honestly say, nothing I did the rest of the night cost less.

I have read that Whisper can be your natural perfume.  It really does smell lovely but there is so much more to this little bottle of Whisper than smelling good.  EverythingEssential.me goes into some great detail.  

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DigestZen is a Superhero Oil!

DigestZen is one of the first oils I tried from the doTERRA line of products.  I was pregnant and had intense heartburn.  It was miserable.  I had tried everything!  Just 1 drop over my stomach and 1 drop down my breastbone and all that misery disappeared.  It was unbelievable.  So much that it took me 3 days to believe it was that simple.

Actually, I hear that same sort of result from many people that I share DisgestZen with them.  They too are amazed that it works so fast and effective.  

But what if you lucky and never suffer from heartburn, is this oil going to do anything for you?  Absolutely.  Read on to the many uses.

As the name implies, DigestZen is a great blend of oils to help with digestive issues.  One oil can handle many issues of the GI tract instead of loading up your medicine cabinet with multiple OTC medicines.  If you system is stuck and not moving, 1-2 drops rubbed around your belly button in a clockwise motion will help get moving again.  

A testimony from my own family is my nephew who is now 6.  He was born a preemie and has long suffered with acid reflux and constipation.  He has had doctors examine just about every part of his GI tract to find a way to control his acid reflux and constipation.  The poor kid has , changed his diet completely and continued to suffered.  By age 4, the constipation was so bad it led doctors to put him on high, mulitple daily doses of an OTC and that still didn't work.  He would have some good days and some bad days.   The bad days could last weeks.

Fast forward to our introduction to the oils.  My sister put 1 drop of DigestZen on his belly and my nephew needed a bathroom after multiple days of not going.  She applied the one drop to his tummy daily ever since and he feels so much better.  At age 6, he ASKS for his oil daily because he knows he feels better.

If your issue isn't a system that is backed up but one that moves too quickly, DigestZen can help that as well.  It helps the body balance the water in the bowels to slow things back down and rescue you from the potty prison.

Congested sinuses from a nasty cold?  DigestZen is your friend.  1 drop over the sinus area will help to reduce the inflamation and open your head up.  Be VERY careful around your eyes.  It will burn like fire if you get it in your eye.  You might need tissues close by too since that reduction in inflammation may result in your nose running.  To dry it up….Lemon oil down the back of your neck will dry that up.

Ladies, do you get nasty cramps?  DigestZen….yes, DigestZen.  This one was discovered by accident. To help control an upset tummy during her monthly cycle, a friend of mine rubbed her tummy down and viola' her cramps were gone.  In disbelief, when the cramps came back, she did it again and BAM…gone.  You might need 2-3 drops for this one.  And as with other OTC menstural relief, you may need to reapply just as you would take a pill again.


doTERRA has introduced a new product that convienently puts the oil in an easy to carry and quick to take soft gel.  I personally used this little gem after overindulging at Thanksgiving.  

I have been on a low sugar, slower burning carbohydrate diet lately.  Kind a hybrid of Slow Carb and Clean Eating.  I threw it all out the window at Thanksgiving where I ate Sugar Cream Pie, Pumpkin Pie, cheesy potatoes, and on and on.  Too much of it all.  My body revolted and I just felt lousy.  Anyone else?  I know I can't be the only one.  



DigestZen softgels were my super hero!  I took one soft gel with a glass of water and felt better.  I didn't suffer all night with heartburn or the ick feeling that can keep you from getting a restful night's sleep. 

For the rest of your holiday plans, keep in mind DigestZen can help keep stomach issues from a bit of overindulgence from alcohol as well.  Rehydrate yourself with lemon water to wash down either a soft gel or a veggie cap filled with 6 drops and shorten that hangover time.

Take care of your tummy and more with DigestZen and have a wondeful holiday season!

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