Give Dad the Gift of Better Health This Father's Day

This Father's Day, give dad a gift that will help him enjoy greater health and happiness: introduce him to pure essential oils! Our Father's Day promotion includes 15 ml bottles of Peppermint essential oil and Grapefruit essential oil, plus a FREE dōTERRA specialized water bottle.

Health Benefits:

• Peppermint is the perfect essential oil to add to any exercise or fitness routine that dad enjoys. Have dad apply a few drops of peppermint to the back of his neck or temples before his workout, or place a few drops in his palms and have him inhale deeply. The energizing aroma will keep him pumped up to workout and get healthy!
• Peppermint is also great for easing tired, sore muscles AFTER a good workout. Massage the oil neat or with Fractionated Coconut Oil to the area that is sore.
• Grapefruit and Peppermint essential oils help improve the digestive system. Adding just a few drops of either of these essential oils to water helps improve digestion, eliminates bloating, and removes toxins. With this specialized water bottle and essential oils, dad will stay hydrated while enjoying more flavorful water!
• Peppermint and Grapefruit essential oils are excellent mood elevators. These are perfect oils to diffuse in the home or office to create positive, uplifting feelings and to reduce stress.
• Grapefruit's fragrance has been studied for its ability to help people LOSE WEIGHT. The aroma encourages feelings of fullness, and taking it internally helps with digestion. Maintaining a healthy weight is vital to a longer, healthier life!

Pick-Me-Up Body Spray with Pure Essential Oils

Need a little pick-me-up? This body spray recipe (originally featured in Body + Soul magazine) is sure to chase the blahs away and help balance your mood.

dōTERRA's CPTG essential oils allow you to surround yourself with nature's subtle fragrances throughout the day. Use this mist on your hair, skin, or home/office environment.

Ingredients:

1 drop dōTERRA Eucalyptus essential oil

2 drops dōTERRA Geranium essential oil

3 drops dōTERRA Peppermint essential oil

To Make the Spray:

1. Fill a clean, dry mini spray bottle with 4 ounces of pure distilled water.

2. Using a dropper, carefully put the selected blend of essential oils directly into the spray bottle.

3. Tightly close the bottle and shake vigorously to combine. Be sure to shake it before each use, as the water and essential oils tend to separate.

Pure Essential Oils Offer Healthcare Solutions During Difficult Economic Times

According to the latest statistics, the current recession has many people suffering from more than just economic woes. Many people have been experiencing an increase in stress and anxiety, which has led to many sleepless nights and a host of health concerns.

Pure, natural essential oils are an affordable, safe way to address these concerns.

Reduce Stress:
Several essential oils are ideal for elevating mood and helping one regain a positive outlook.
Lavender, Wild Orange, Lemongrass, Peppermint, and Lemon essential oils. Diffuse any one of these, or create your own uplifting blend!


According to a recent report in USA TODAY by Michelle Healy, "Use of prescription sleep aids nearly tripled among young adults from 1998 to 2006, according to a study by Thomson Reuters. A study of medical and drug claims data found a 50% increase in use of the drugs among adults under 45. But perhaps the most startling finding was the increase in use of sleep aids among adults 18 to 24. Use in this age group rose to 1,524 users per 100,000 in 2006, up from 599 users per 100,000 in 1998."

Several of doTERRA's pure essential oils provide a safe, all-natural remedy without side effects.

Start Snoozing:
Studies have documented the effectiveness of lavender essential oil to induce sleep, Geranium essential oil for its ability to ease anxiety and tension and calm the mind, and Serenity Calming Blend for its ability to promote restful sleep.

My Faves:
1. Massage a few drops of Lavender, Geranium, or Serenity to the bottom of the feet before going to bed.
2. Add a few drops of Lavender, Geranium, or Serenity to a spray bottle filled with water and spritz bed linens and pillow before bedtime.
3. Add several drops of Lavender, Geranium, or Serenity to warm bath water and enjoy a relaxing soak in the tub.
4. Diffuse Lavender, Geranium, or Serenity in your room to create a relaxing, sleep-inducing environment.

Flat Belly Diet

There has been a lot of buzz about the new Flat Belly diet and its key ingredient to the 4-Day Anti-Bloat Jumpstart, the Sassy Water. The recipe claims to help you get rid of the pooch, and let's face it, we'd all love to have a flatter belly!

According to Prevention magazine, "the ingredients aren't just for flavor: The ginger also helps calm and soothe your GI tract. Even more important: The simple act of making this Sassy Water every day will serve as a reminder during the 4-Day Jumpstart that life is a little bit different, that things are going to change. It will help you focus on the task ahead: Getting a flatter belly once and for all."
After learning about this recipe on the Today show, Lil Shepherd (Founders' Club Member) decided to revise the recipe using dōTERRA's CPTG essential oils. Try it out and let us know what you think!

Sassy Oil Water Recipe
dōTERRA Ginger essential oil (2-3 drops)
dōTERRA Peppermint essential oil (2-3 drops)
dōTERRA Lemon essential oil (2-3 drops)
Add dōTERRA essential oils to 2 quarts of water and drink as part of your weight management plan.

3 Tips for Learning about Essential Oils

What is the best way to learn about essential oils, their many benefits, and uses?


Here are three tips to help you learn:

1. Start with the Introductory Kit. The audio CD and booklet contain valuable information on essential oils, extraction methods, and what makes dōTERRA's CPTG essential oils uniquely superior to other essential oils on the market. The kit also includes three of our most popular oils--lavender, lemon, and peppermint.


2. Attend Meetings. Check out the Events Calendar and find a meeting near you. At these meetings you will learn from the experts, meet new friends, and network like never before! Tuesday's meeting at Noah's had close to 300 attendees!


3. Participate in the dōTERRA community. Add comments, tips, and your experiences on our blog, visit our Web site often for new product information, and subscribe to our electronic newsletter.

You'll have a rewarding experience as you engage in learning.