Essential oils and their uses have been known to humankind for over 5,000 years.  They have the ability to penetrate into the deep layers of the skin and affect the whole person – both physically and emotionally. They add moisture, tighten, cleanse, detoxify, increase blood circulation, calm and support the body’s functions. Essential oils have incredible […] The post Aromatherapy and Essential Oils appeared first on Balanced Essentials ..read more

“Ten months ago my husband of 43 years passed away after a couple of years of ill health. The years we had in dealing with his disease took its toll emotionally which I did not realise until it was over. When he passed I was left with an empty feeling as the partner I had […] The post I cannot believe such a simple thing could have such a profound effect appeared first on Balanced Essentials ..read more

It’s that time of the year again.  If you choose not to have a flu shot due to concerns about its possible reactions or lack of efficacy then here are some ideas to help boost your natural immunity. If you want your own immune system to protect you in the months to come try boosting your immune system by drinking adequate amounts of water, eating lots of nourishing foods (including herbs); cutting down on too much sugar and grains; exercising; getting enough sleep; increasing your levels of Vitamin D and using essential oils. Recent research has confirmed that “catching” colds and flu may ..read more

Sniffing Rosemary essential oil can increase memory by 75%. Researchers have found sniffing this essential oil in advance enables people to remember to do things. Rosemary oil is one of the most popular essential oils for its wide array of health benefits. It has become increasingly important and popular over the years as more of its various health benefits have become understood, including its ability to stimulate hair growth, boost mental activity and relieve respiratory problems. It is used in modern-day herbal medicine as a mild painkiller and for migraines and digestive problems. Ros ..read more

Do you suffer from shingles? It seems that more and more of my customers are contacting me asking if there is anything that can help with shingles.  And it made me wonder why the incidence of this disease is increasing. The following information by Dr Mercola might help explain this. Chickenpox and shingles are caused by similar viruses, both belonging to the herpesvirus family. The former is caused by the Varicella zoster virus, which is associated with Herpes zoster, the virus responsible for shingles. When you get chickenpox and recover from it, the virus can remain dormant in your ner ..read more

Dr. Bronner’s soaps are true soaps made from organic coconut, palm kernel, olive, hemp, and jojoba oils.  They have been tested and have a pH around pH 9, which makes them one of the mildest soaps based on the saponification of fats and oils, the traditional method of making soap. The ingredients are selected to be the healthiest and best for our skin.  No synthetics, no petrochemicals, no GMOs.  Certified organic ingredients ensure product purity. Any scents are from pure essential oils.  No artificial fragrances, no colourants. Also, additives are important. Glycerin, for ..read more

“Good afternoon Cheryl and the BE Team, You recently ran a competition where you asked for readers’ stories of how Balanced Essentials had helped people and their ongoing stories.  At the time I thought I have told my story several times over the years, so nobody wants to hear it again and I didn’t enter the competition. On reflection I think that if one person who reads my story, is sitting on the fence, and decides to try Balanced Essentials then it is worth telling this story again. I first heard about Balanced Essential’s products on the shopping channel, TVSN when Cheryl first appear ..read more

I swear by Apollo Physician and Asclepius and Hygieia and Panaceia and all the gods and goddesses, making them my witnesses, that I will fulfill according to my ability and judgment this oath and this covenant: To hold him who has taught me this art as equal to my parents and to live my life in partnership with him, and if he is in need of money to give him a share of mine, and to regard his offspring as equal to my brothers in male lineage and to teach them this art—if they desire to learn it—without fee and covenant; to give a share of precepts and oral instruction and all the other learn ..read more

Balanced Essentials products are formulated for a specific purpose i.e. pain relief, and our aim is to make them easy to use. It’s difficult having so little space on the label and carton to fully explain all that the products can do. This is where your testimonials are so helpful as your experiences help others understand how the products can be of benefit to them. “BE Lite uplifts the mood almost instantly and my mum would put this on just before a doctor’s visit or a hospital admission. We would share the magic of these oils with many patients and hospital staff over those five years.  ..read more

The greatest lamented skin condition amongst women today is cellulite.  These unsightly lumps and bumps are generally located in the upper arms, thighs, hips, buttocks, inner knees and weight-bearing areas, giving an uneven and lumpy appearance.  Cellulite is not necessarily related to obesity and very often appears on slim women.  Cellulite is not just “fat”.  When toxins and metabolic wastes are stored in connective tissue, a water retention “pouch” is created around the adipose cells to protect them against the toxins.  The surrounding connective tissue is compresse ..read more