Essential Oil All Purpose Cleaner Recipe

 

Cleansing your space with essential oils In the New Year is invigorating. It feels like a fresh start both in your internal and external life. Out with the old and in with the new. This all purpose cleaner is organic, easy to make at home and effective.  It is antibacterial antifungal, relaxing and brings new life to dull, stale spaces.

 

You will need:

16 oz. glass spray bottle

 

Add essential oils first:

15 drops lavender

10 drops eucalyptus

10 drops tea tree

1/4 cup white vinegar

1 3/4 cups water

 

Shake and enjoy.

 

Eucalyptus: Effectively kills bacteria such as E. Coli and Staphylococcus Aureus[1] also known to benefit oral health, relieve pain and help respiratory conditions.

 

Tea Tree: Both Anti-bacterial and Antifungal. Medium herbaceous smell. Good all purpose oil.[2]

 

Lavender: Aromatic scent provides a calming, relaxing atmosphere.[3] Inhibits growth of bacteria and repels insects. Relieves respiratory symptoms.

 

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are meant for educational purposes only. Avoid contact with eyes and do not ingest.

 

 

[1] Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, “Antibacterial Activity of the Essential Oils From the Leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus Against Escherichi

 

[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1360273/

[3] http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17689755

Lindsey Lawson MS EAMP is an Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist and Clinic Director at Glow Natural Health and Seattle Fertility Acupuncture. She is passionate about healthy, happy living. For an appointment call Glow at 206 568 7545

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Warming Salmon with Coconut Milk and Cooked Greens

Turmeric is one of our all-time  favorite spices for decreasing inflammation. It’s tasty, boosts digestion and gently warms. Adding more salmon into your diet is anti-inflammatory and full of healthy fats. Paired with sautéed greens full of antioxidants this is a delicious meal full of health benefits.

 

½ lb wild caught salmon fillet

1 T turmeric powder

½ t garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

1 can organic coconut milk

1 in chunk of ginger peeled and grated

organic dark green winter greens, chopped

½ lime juiced (about 2 T)

Rub salmon with turmeric, garlic powder, grated ginger, salt and pepper and half the lime juice. Place in coconut milk and bring to a boil. Poach salmon for 10 min. Add greens for last 7-8 min. Serve Salmon over greens with rice and remaining lime juice.

Lindsey Lawson MS EAMP is an Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist and Clinic Director at Glow Natural Health and Seattle Fertility Acupuncture. She is passionate about healthy, happy living. For an appointment call Glow at 206 568 7545

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Winter Chai Detox Smoothie

Shakes are a great way to get a good dose of protein and nutrients in the morning. In the winter they can sometimes feel too cold and damage the digestive fire. We solve this problem but adding a healthy amount of warming spices to aid in digestion. Great for your health and delicious too.

1 cup brewed Rooibos tea

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon nutmeg

1 in piece of fresh ginger peeled and grated

½ cup almond milk

1 tablespoon raw organic honey

2 tablespoons sunflower butter

1 scoop Medclear powder by Thorne or protein powder of your choice

Blend and enjoy.

Lindsey Lawson MS EAMP is an Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist and Clinic Director at Glow Natural Health and Seattle Fertility Acupuncture. She is passionate about healthy, happy living. For an appointment call Glow at 206 568 7545

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Warming Winter Detox

 

It’s that time of year again when our thoughts turn to with new resolve towards our health. Many will opt for diet and lifestyle changes, some of which are too harsh for this time of the year. Juice cleanses, smoothies, and fasting can injury the digestive functions if done incorrectly. We solve this problem with the following 10 steps.

 

1.) Work to consciously warm your body by taking warm baths, or try our infrared sauna to ramp up your detox game.

2.) Bundle up! Wear warm clothes that cover your neck both inside and out. East Asian tradition holds that colds and flu are more likely is the back of the neck is vulnerable to wind and cold. -Make sure to keep your feet warm as well.

3.) Cook with warming spices like ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon. Great for circulation and to revitalize the body they are also antiviral.

4.) Try our Elemental Detox! Recipes, daily mantras, and more. 3 weeks of yummy food and transformative supplements

5.) Revive your body with tea. There are a myriad of teas that support cleansing. Experiment with trying a new blend. Nettles, dandelion, and cinnamon are great choices.

6.) Book yourself a Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage. Gently moves toxins out and benefits the immune system. It’s also so relaxing and gentle.

7.) Calm your mind with mediation. Just 10 min a day can detox all the media and screen time in our lives. Add incense to your practice with one of our mediation blends. Choose from Awareness, Power, Balance,

8.) Spend time outside. When it’s cold out it can be easy to stay inside but the benefits of fresh air and light exercise cannot be overemphasized for a fresh perspective.

9.) Set an intention. Remember your thoughts shape your life. The winter is a great time to go deep, find what really nourishes you and set your mind on it.

10.) Focus on hearty and nourishing soups. Great for improving digestion, soups are a mainstay of winter cleanses. Try our Replenishing Soup Herbs for a potent and warming tonic.

Lindsey Lawson MS EAMP is an Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist and Clinic Director at Glow Natural Health and Seattle Fertility Acupuncture. She is passionate about healthy, happy living. For an appointment call Glow at 206 568 7545

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