Sherry Cress

                    Young Living Essential Oils   -  Independent Distributor

              Aromatherapy & Raindrop Therapist

                     Hm.217-224-0855      Cell 217-440-4930    

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Twelve Oils of Ancient Scripture™ contains the twelve most significant oils found in the Bible. Young Living's wish in bringing them to you is that you will savor and enjoy the beautiful fragrances and intriguing histories of these precious pure essential oils. Gary Young draws on his travels to biblical lands and explains the twelve oils on an audio CD, also included in this collection

Contains: Twelve Single Oils (5ml bottles): Aloes/sandalwood (Santalum album), cassia (Cinnamomum cassia), cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica), cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), frankincense (Olibanum -- Boswellia carteri), galbanum (Ferula gummosa), hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis), myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), myrtle (Myrtus communis), onycha (pronounced oh-nigh-kah, a very thick oil, remove the plastic orifice and warm the bottle in your hand so that the oil will flow -- Styrax benzoin), Rose of Sharon/cistus (Labdanum -- Cistus ladanifer), and spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi). \

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 Uplifting, protective, calming, and regenerating, essential oils are a unique gift from the natural world. Often referred to as “nature’s living energy” or the very essence of a plant, essential oils are aromatic liquids derived from shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. They not only deter­mine the plant’s aroma, but are vital for plants to grow, live, evolve, and adapt. Essential oils also help defend plants from insects, environmental conditions, and disease. Today, research shows that when used aromati­cally, applied topically, or taken internally, essential oils can calm, ener­gize, balance, purify, and rejuvenate the mind and bodyFrom perfumes and aromatherapy to cookng and medicinal purposes, essential oils have been a vital part of everyday life, dating back to 4500 BC. After personally experiencing the many benefits of essential oils, D. Gary Young, Founder and President of Young Living Essential Oils, began a personal campaign to promote the ancient healing art of essential oil therapy. The result? An abundant line of pure, therapeutic-grade essen­tial oils, including over 140 single essential oils and unique essential oil blends, and the world’s largest community dedicated to achieving well­ness via nature’s purest, most potent gift.

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Raindrop Therapy originated from the research of D. Gary Young and a Lakota medicine man in the 1970s. It is based on the theory that many types of spinal misalignments are caused by viruses or bacteria that lie dormant along the spine. Different essential oils are dripped onto the spine, legs and feet and worked into the vertebrae to bring the body into structural and electrical alignment.

This technique uses a sequence of highly antimicrobial essential oils designed to simultaneously reduce inflammation and kill the viral agents responsible for it. Although the entire process lasts approximately 1 hour, the oils will continue to work in the body for 5 to 7 days following treatment, with continued realignment taking place during this time.

Oils listed below are commonly used in a raindrop therapy

  Basil-can be relaxing to the muscles, including smooth muscles (those not subject to our voluntary control, such as the heart and digestive system). It may also be used to soothe insect bites when applied topically. Beneficial for mental fatigue, basil may help stimulate and sharpen the sense of smell.

 Wintergreen / Birch-contains an active principle similar to cortisone and is beneficial for massage associated with bone, muscle, and joint discomfort.

Cypress-is one of the oils most used for the circulatory system. It is also a natural antimicrobial (an agent that kills microorganisms or suppresses their multiplication or growth).

Marjoram-is used for soothing the muscles and the respiratory system. It also assists in calming the nerves. It is antimicrobial and antiseptic.

Oregano-is one of the most powerful antimicrobial essential oils. Highly damaging to many kinds of viruses, oregano was recently shown in laboratory research conducted at Weber State University to have a 99 percent kill rate against in vitro colonies of Streptococcus pneumoniae, even when used in one percent concentration. (S. pneumoniae is responsible for many kinds of lung and throat infections).

Peppermint-is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Many studies have shown the usefulness of peppermint's role in affecting impaired taste and smell when inhaled; the ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy; ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.

Thyme-is one of the most antimicrobial and antiseptic essential oils. It contains thymol, which has been studied for its effect on gingivitis and plaque-caused organisms in the mouth. It may be beneficial in helping to overcome fatigue and exhaustion.

Aroma Siez blend-helps relax, calm, and relieve tight, sore, tired, and aching muscles resulting from sports injuries, fatigue, and stress. Contains Basil, marjoram, lavender, peppermint and cypress.

Valor blend-helps balance electrical energies within the body, giving courage, confidence, and self-esteem. It has been found to help the body self-correct its balance and alignment. Contains Spruce, rosewood, blue tansy, and frankincense in a base of almond oil.

These oils are used on the feet with Reflexology and then "dropped" along the spine and massaged into the body with a gentle persuasive massage which encourages your body to relax and re-align itself while the spine is gently stretched to release any muscle tension and mis-alignments. The oils used are intended to help rid the body of bacteria and viruses that are trapped in the tightened muscles along the spine.

Raindrop Therapy is not a cure-all. It is a tool to help restore a balance
in the body that may result in good health. 

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Health & Fitness

 Saturday, Nov. 15. 2008

The Quincy Herald Whig   www.whig.com 

Aromatherapy rejuvenates mind, body, spirit

Sherry Cress, an independent distributor of the Young Living brand of essential oils, poses with her "traveling" kit inside Body Mind Spirit in Quincy. Essential oils are aromatic liquids derived from shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes and seeds.

(H-W Photo/Philip Carlson)

 

By KELLY WILSON

 

 The activities of the holiday season, from shopping to baking to party going, often can make a person feel overwhelmed and stressed out.  But Sherry Cress of Quincy says there's a way to comfort oneself and de-stress during a hectic time, while creating a festive holiday atmosphere at the same time. The elixir: aromatherapy.  Aromatherapy uses pure essential oils to relax, balance and rejuvenate.  Some oils in particular have scents that are perfect for the holidays - pine, nutmeg, peppermint, frankincense and myrrh. "Oils are my passion," said Cress, who has been using essential oils for about 12 years.  She's an independent distributor of the essential oils and teaches aromatherapy classes at Body Mind Spirit, 1704 N. 24th. Essential oils are aromatic liquids derived from shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes and  seeds.  Research shows that when used aromatically, applied topically or taken internally, essential oils can calm,  energize, balance, purify and rejuvenate the mind and body.  "Aromatherapy oils started before biblical times with the Egyptians and Chinese," Cress said. In addition to directly inhaling the oils, drops can be placed in an oil diffuser or in a humidifier to disperse into the air.  People can use the oils to create a relaxing bath.  Cress said essential oils also can be applied   topically to the body.  "So many think aromatherapy is smelling the oils, but it's also applying the oils," she said. "You can use the oils on the point of concern (on the body) or the bottom of the feet, and it will reach all cells within 20 to 25 minutes." If the oil is a pure grade, just one drop is needed.  Hundreds of different oils are available. Some are single oils, while others are at least two oils blended together.  For stress, Cress suggests lavender. "It's a very calming oil. When we get worn down with the holidays, it's good for that," she said. "There's also a (blended) oil called joy that helps with the emotional part. It uplifts us." Roman chamomile and an oil called peace and calming also are good to rid the body of stress and tension, and an oil called immune power can help boost the immune system,  she said. "For me, when I get sick or feel run-down, I use a special bath of seven oils that soak in the water, and (it) helps relieve the tension in your joints, it helps pull all the bad stuff out," she said. "It helps get you going again. "  The Young Living brand of essential oils, which Cress uses and sells, has a holiday collection that includes Christmas spirit, joy, cassia, frankincense, myrrh, nutmeg, orange, peppermint and pine. These oils not only help rejuvenate individuals, but also can fill a home with cheer.  "It smells just like Christmastime in your house," Cress said of the Christmas spirit oil. The oils can be placed in water in the Christmas tree stand or sprayed directly on artificial trees for a fresh-cut aroma.  Cress said people can add a festive scent to the fireplace by putting one or two drops of essential oils on the log.  At night, she suggests wiping some oil on the pillowcase to help promote a sense of calm and provide a better night's sleep. Lavender works well for this, she said. "Lavender is a universal oil, good for anything and everything," she said. "If you're not sure which oil to use, use lavender." She emphasizes that single oils can be layered, or used together, but blended oils should not be. If a person wants to use the oils topically but has sensitive skin, she says it's best to apply them to the feet. People who have allergies need to be careful which essential oils they use. For example, if someone is allergic to birch, he should refrain from using a birch oil. Cress will teach people more about essential oils in two upcoming classes at Body Mind Spirit. The first, on Nov. 17, focuses on the immune system and stress. The second, on Dec. 8, will focus on stress and holiday oil scents. For more information about essential oils or the upcoming classes, call Cress at (217) 440-4930 or send an e-mail to sherryc@scress.com.

HOW TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS

Aromatherapy
Direct inhalation: Directly inhale the oils from the bottle.
Diffusion: Use essential oil diffuser to disperse oil in a microfine vapor into the air.
Humidifier: Fill a humidifier with water, then place a tissue or cloth sprinkled with a few drops of oil in front of the escaping vapor.
Steam: Place a few drops of oil in hot water, cover your head and the container with a towel , and breath deeply and slowly.


Topical application
Direct: Essential oils can be applied directly to the crown of the head, to the temples, behind the ears, over vital organs, to the feet and many other locations. (Dilution may be required)
Massage: Essential oils can be used before, during and after therapeutic massage.
Perfume: With natural, earthly and exotic aromas, essential oils can also be worn as perfume.

Internal use
Capsule: Add several drops of oil into an empty capsule and swallow with water.
Water or milk: Add one or two drops o foils to water or a glass of rice milk.
Bread: Add one or two drops to a piece of bread.
Cooking: Use oils in place and spices in your everyday cooking.
Direct: Drop directly onto the tongue and swallow

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