Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
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Join Amanda Filla as she educates others about essential oils and ways to make small changes every day to live a cleaner, healthier and more simple life.
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #54
20 Things to Kick Out of Your Life in 2020!
It’s a new year and the perfect time to get healthy! These are some common things found in most homes that we should kick out of our home and life this year.
#1 Isopropyl Alcohol
Consumer Guide of Cosmetic Ingredients says inhalation or ingestion may cause headaches, flushed skin, dizziness, depression, nausea, vomiting, and narcosis.
#2 Mineral Oil
Baby oil is mineral oil with fragrance and is like plastic wrap for your skin. Toxins can’t get out and that is never good.
#3 Propylene Glycol (PG, PEG, Propanediol and more)
This is ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #53
Why It Matter What Essential Oils You Use
This is a common question that is asked and it is not really complicated. We know when we buy better quality foods, we are healthier and feel better. This is the same with essential oils. With more and more essential oil companies popping up everywhere, how does one know which one to choose?
USDA Organic Certified vs. Young Living Seed to Seal
USDA Organic Certified
5% non-organic materials allowed
Chemical-free soil for 7 years
3 years of growing before eligible to meet standards
Weeding done by hand or approved synthetic or organic substa ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #52
Be Your Own Advocate
Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever felt judged because of a choice that you made? It is time to stand up and be your own advocate- for you and for your family.
If you don’t advocate for them, who will?
Believe in Yourself
Know Your Rights
Get the Facts
Gather Support
Express yourself clearly
You are not alone. There are communities and support in numbers.
Check out my facebook page for more community, support, and education.
You got this!
Be grateful & have faith!
God bless!
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Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #51
What’s in your Birthing Bag?
Here are a few items that Amanda finds important to have on hand while she is birthing. It doesn’t matter if you are birthing in a hospital, birthing center, or the comfort of your own home.
Must-haves:
#1 Essential oils are a must and making them easy to use in a roller bottle is quite helpful. Blends to consider are a Labor, Strength, Milk, Grounding, Peace, Head, Back, Sleep, Dynamic Duo, and Relax.
#2 Young Living’s Claraderm or a DIY Peri Spray
#3 Homeopathic remedies. Check out www.homeopathyformommies.com for a complete list on birthing ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #50
What is an Oiler?
Well simply put an oiler is someone who uses essential oils but what does it really mean to use essential oils?
Diffuser Them
This is one of the basic ways to use essential oils. Grab your diffuser (which you get with your PSK here) and add some oils and water. You are making the area smell amazing and you are supporting your body and those around you,
Apply them to Your Skin
Do you have an area of discomfort? Apply oils and you will be amazed! Grab lavender and frankincense for the skin or peppermint and panaway for a throbbing head.
Got Emotions?
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Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #49
6 Simple Ways to Keep Your Kids Healthy… Naturally
With all the resources that we have why does it seem like kids are getting sicker quicker and more than ever before?
These are some simple way to keep your kids healthy all year round.
Balance the Gut
This is huge. Keeping out gut flora in check keeps are entire body running well. Some simple ways are to avoid processed foods and adding in prebiotic and probiotic-rich foods and supplements. Grab yours here.
Fun in the Sun
Food is a great way to get your vitamins but sometimes we could use a little boost especially with vitamins D ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #48
My First Aid Kit
What are the must-haves in your natural first aid kit? Here are the things that we keep in ours.
Activated Charcoal
For acute use in food poisoning, intestinal illness, vomiting, diarrhea, ingestion of toxins, etc.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Keep a bottle of organic Apple Cider Vinegar with “the mother” on hand for digestive troubles, indigestion, food poisoning, sunburn, bug bites and more.
Aloe Vera
Amazing for burns and blisters and super soothing to the skin.
Essential Oils
There are so many to have with you and this is just the short list. Lavender, patchouli, lemon ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #47
Simple Ways to Detox Daily
Drink lemon water
Warm to room temperature lemon water is the best, especially first thing in the morning. Add a drop of lemon vitality or some fresh squeezed organic lemon juice work well.
Sip on a Detox Tea
There are a variety of teas out there. Look for teas that contain dandelion root, ginger root, burdock, and licorice.
Add Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has a multitude of benefits. It alkalizes the body, helps detox the liver and supports the metabolism. Good Girl Moonshine is one of my favorite ways to add it to my day.
Jump
Jumping is a ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #46
What’s the Big Deal About Fragrance
This has become a hot topic everywhere. Why? People are becoming more aware of what they are using daily in their homes. One of the top things that we should all be aware of is fragrance. Fragrance has become known as the new second-hand smoke and is causing toxic effects on our body that we may not even realize.
What is Fragrance
Fragrance is defined by the FDA as a combination of chemicals that give each perfume or cologne its distinct scent. Fragrance is called a “proprietary blend” or a “trade secret” to the company that contains them. This ..read more
Simple Blessings and Oils Podcast
4y ago
Podcast #45
Camping Essentials
You never know what you might need when camping. Here are some of the essentials to have on hand.
Valor & Stress Away
These are great to help everyone on the trip! They can calm the nerves and help you ease into vacation mode.
Lavender
This is known as the Swiss Army knife of essential oils. Cuts, scrapes, bug bites, owies, to much sun, sleep, nervous tummy when in doubt grab lavender.
Thieves
You never know when your immune system will be compromised and sometimes it can take being in cold damp weather or just overdoing it to bring our immune system down a ..read more