Benefits of MSM

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MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is an organic sulfur compound that’s naturally derived during the earth’s rain cycle. Sulfur is present in many natural unprocessed foods, but it’s quickly lost during the cooking process. MSM is gaining a lot of attention due to the recent focus on longevity and anti-aging technologies. Here’s a list of 7 impressive benefits that MSM delivers:

1. Improves skin health and complexion
MSM is necessary for collagen production. Sagging skin and wrinkles, as well as dry, cracked skin are all developed through a loss of collagen. MSM works together with Vitamin C to build new, healthy tissues. MSM can normalize collagen formation and radically improve skin health.

2. Improves flexibility
Research has shown that MSM is highly effective in improving joint flexibility. Additionally, it helps to produce flexible skin and muscle tissue. This leads to an increase in overall flexibility due to a restoration of the “juiciness” in the tissues.

3. Detoxifies the body
One of the most important features of MSM is that it makes your cells more permeable. This means that it allows toxins and metabolic waste products to easily be moved out of the cells, while essential nutrients and hydration can be moved in. It’s a calcium phosphate dissolver, so it has a remarkable ability to break up the bad calcium that’s at the root of degenerative diseases.

4. Strengthens hair and nails
Collagen and keratin and both critical for the production of healthy hair and nails. MSM is a bonafide “beauty mineral” that provides the sulfur needed to produce collagen and keratin. It’s also highly noted to contribute to exceptional strength and thickness of the hair and nails, which can be noticed in just a couple weeks of consistent use.

5. Accelerates healing
Lactic acid and other byproducts cause pain and soreness in the body. MSM increases the ability of the body to eliminate waste products at the cellular level. This speeds recovery and frees up more energy for rebuilding.

6. Naturally Increases energy
Due to the increased permeability of the cells, less energy is required to deal with the accumulation of toxins. This results in more energy being redirected towards activity and necessary healing. Digestion is the biggest energy requirement of the body (Approximately 70-80% of your energy is spent on digestion each day). MSM increases the absorption of nutrients so that the energy expenditure on digestion is vastly reduced.

7. Anti-inflammatory
MSM is a powerful anti-inflammatory due to its ability to allow metabolic wastes to be removed from the cells. Excess weight on the body is actually inflammation. The cells of the body are chronically inflamed and retaining the byproducts of metabolic processes. Sulfur needs to be present In order for these toxins and wastes to be removed from the body. When these byproducts can be removed from the system, then the cells can also dispose of excess fluids that were being stored as a buffer. What results is a natural and effective reduction in unwanted weight.

Some of Young Living Products that contains MSM

1. Sulfurzyme –
specifically designed to support healthy function of the body. It contains MSM (methyl-sulfonymethane) an organic form of naturally occurring sulfur; and Ningxia wolfberry and FOS.
Maintains structure of proteins; protect cells and cell membranes; replenish the connections between cells, and preserve the molecular framework of connective tissue. Supports the immune system, the liver, circulation, and proper intestinal function and works to scavenge free radicals.

2. BLM –
specifically designed to support normal bone and joint health; support healthy cell function and encourage joint health and fluid movement. It contains three essential oils, type II collagen and MSM that are known to support healthy cell function and encourage joint health and fluid movement.

Whether you are preventing joint or bone discomfort due to aging and normal daily activities; or you already are experiencing occasional discomfort BLM Essential Oil Supplement is for you.

3. Bosewellia Wrinkle Cream –
skin nourisher leaves skin appearing more supple, smooth and vibrant. This proprietary blend of all natural ingredients supports collagen than is lost with normal aging progression and improves skin tightness, while minimizing fine lines and wrinkles. It is blended with the skin supporting essential oils of Ylang Ylang, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Geranium, and Myrrh along with ancient chinese wolfberry oil.

4. Orange Blossom Facial Wash –
gentle, nonabrasive, easy rinsing cleanser that removes dirt and makeup without stripping skin of natural oils. It contains MSM to aid in promoting healthier and clearer skin, wolfberry seed oil to hydrate, and essential oils to soothe with aromatic benefits. Added botanicals protect skin from free radical damage.

5. Satin Mint Scrub –
cleans, nourishes, and stimulates without damaging the skin’s natural pH balance. Safe, gentle ingredients help to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin for a fresher, smoother appearance. Contains MSM, antioxidant vitamins, and botanicals.

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🍓🍓🍓Strawberries top the Dirty Dozen!

I love strawberries, so do my children. We will DIY waffles home, top it up with ice cream and diced strawberries. However, strawberry top the list in the Dirty Dozen by EWG Shopper’s Guide to Pesticide in Produce. This is the list of produce with the most pesticide residues.
https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty_dozen_list.php…

EWG’s analysis of tests by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that nearly 70 percent of samples of 48 types of conventional produce were contaminated with residues of one or more pesticides. USDA researchers found a total of 178 different pesticides and pesticide breakdown products on the thousands of produce samples they analyzed. The pesticide residues remained on fruits and vegetables even after they were washed and, in some cases, peeled.

I definitely do not want my family and myself to consume these harmful pesticides when eating strawberries and other produces. For young children and elderly, low levels of pesticides can be harmful. We need to take steps to lower their exposure to pesticides. For my family, this comes in the form of Young Living Thieves Fruits and Veggie Soak.

Young Living Thieves Fruits and Veggies Soak is a naturally derived plant based formula that is non-toxic and gentle. It safely and effectively washes produces with the cleansing power of three exclusive essential oil blends – DiGize, Thieves & Purification. When combined with other naturally derived ingredients, our fruits and vegetables are easily cleaned without affecting their taste.

How to use:
Add 1 fl. oz (2 TB) to every gallon of water. Completely cover produce. Soak produce for 1-2 minutes. Rinse with water.

Ingredients:
Water, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Artemisia dracunculus† (Tarragon) oil, Zingiber officinale† (Ginger) root oil, Mentha piperita† (Peppermint) oil, Juniperus osteosperma† oil, Foeniculum vulgare† (Fennel) oil, Cymbopogon flexuosus† (Lemongrass) oil, Syzygium aromaticum† (Clove) bud oil, Rosmarinus officinalis† (Rosemary) leaf oil, Cymbopogon nardus†(Citronella) oil, Pimpinella anisum† (Anise) seed oil, Citrus limon† (Lemon) peel oil, Pogostemon cablin† (Patchouli) oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum† (Cinnamon) bark oil, Melaleuca alternifolia† (Tea tree) leaf oil, Lavandula hybrida† (Lavandin) oil, Eucalyptus radiata† oil, Myrtus communis† (Tunisian Myrtle) oil, Myrtus communis† (Moroccan Myrtle) oil

†100% pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil

#steffiesam #essentialwellnessyl #thieves #dirtydozen

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Valor For Courage

There are times when I feel jittery, and need some support. Unfortunately, being a working adult, there are so many times when I got put on a brave front and fight on alone.

Oh well. I can’t ask someone to hold my hand while I work. Valor is my best companion during such moments. Even though the essential oil bottle doesn’t have hands, but I can hold it in my palm.

Even though it can’t speak, I can apply a drop of it and feel a sudden surge of courage. My silver armor and shiny sword instantly appear. I am brave and ready to fight on again. Wahahaha haha..

Valor essential oil, who has accompanied me through so many sharing sessions, work presentations and tough discussions.

Do you know that Valor essential oil is dark blue colored?

This is the new Valor. I super love it, its sooooo similar to original Valor’s scent.

#steffiesam #essentialwellnessyl #essentialwellness

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Breaking Addiction 👻

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I love watching Chinese Dramas, and I can sacrifice sleep to watch more episodes. The latest drama I am watching is Princess Agent 楚乔传. Everything was going fine, until I finished watching episode 58.

From the episode list, I see that there are 64 episodes. But episode 59 onwards are not available! Why why why?! It’s especially agonizing for me! I NEED to know the ending!

For the last few days, every evening I will check the availability then whine to the husband. Earlier this evening, the husband asked me if Young Living has any oils to break addiction.

Weird question, because it came from him. He is convinced that Young Living essential oils helps to support physical wellness but he isn’t convinced about the emotional aspects.

There are oils for breaking addictions! Acceptance and Suurender! After I answered him, this irritating man asked me to go apply the oils and stop my drama addiction. Oh well, I guess he’s trying to say accept that there are no further episodes. 😡😡😡😡

Anyways, how to use these 2 oils to break addiction.
Apply on your temples, tummy, liver and soles. Diffuse or inhale whenever the addiction arises.

Acceptance smells really nice! I have used this on my little gal when she started Primary 1 last year. She was very attached to her kindergarten teacher and classmates, and didn’t want to changes in her life. She would cry every morning at the school gate. As we used Acceptance on her, she gets calmer by the day.

#steffiesam #essentialwellnessyl #essentialwellness #addiction #drama#acceptance #surrender

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HIDE AND SEEK 

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My 8 years old daughter and I play HIDE AND SEEK every month. I will HIDE the box of Ningxia Red sachets, while she will SEEK them out.

I used to leave the box of Ningxia Red in the kitchen cabinets, where everyone at home has easy access to them. Until I realized my Ningxia Red sachets are vanishing faster than I can say “If you can only take 1 supplement, make it Ningxia Red”. So my daughter and my 5 years old son love Ningxia Red, and I have educated them enough for them to know that it’s good for their health. They love Ningxia Red so much that they call it ‘Mommy’s Ribena’, and they help themselves to many many sachets everyday.

So, I have taken to HIDING my Ningxia Red. Every month when the boxes of Ningxia Red arrives, I will wait until my children fall asleep and I find new hiding places. The hiding places have to be weird places that the children won’t think of, and yet they have to be cool and out of direct sunlight, and easy to access enough for me to get the sachets twice a day.

To my horror, this morning my daughter announced to me proudly, “mommy, I found your Ningxia Red…. “. Tonight I need to find a new hiding place again. I pray she won’t take more than 3 sachets today, while I’m at work.

I always say.. “if you can only take 1 supplement, make it Ningxia Red!”. Ningxia Red has bountiful of health benefits, it supports our immunity system, highly antioxidant drink that keeps our body and skin young, balance blood pressure, supports eye health, improve sleep quality.. the list goes on and on. Do check out the graphic on the many benefits okie.

Proud to say, my 2 children hardly fall sick. *touch wood* My daughter has never taken a single day of MC this school year. My son took a few days of MC because he got the chicken pox. He was perfectly OK when he got chicken pox, can eat can play and very happy that he didn’t need to go school.

PM me if you like to try out Ningxia Red and get healthier and younger!

#steffiesam #ningxiared #nxr #essentialwellness #essentialwellnessyl#hideandseek

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Palo Santo aka Holy Wood

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Palo Santo essential oil should only be distilled from Palo Santo Trees that have been dead for a while; the longer the tree has been dead, the more powerful the oil is. Palo Santo wood has been used traditionally for spiritual purifying, energy cleansing and healing; it inspires creativity, evokes protection, infuses blessings and brings love and good fortune.

Because I only have 1 day of lead time before I move in to cleanse my new house, I didn’t have the luxury to diffuse a few essential oils. Hence after my research, I have decided Palo Santo is the one. Given more time, I will have started with Sage, White Angelica and lastly Palo Santo.

Why I wanted to diffuse Palo Santo in my new house?
– To cleanse the house of any negative energies and also energies of the previous occupants. And to protect the house from ‘new’ negative energies.

– I am a little superstitious when it comes to moving into a new house. It has been left empty for 2 months, and I am worried about unseen guests. (dun judge me k 😛)

– To bless the new house with everything good. After diffusing Palo Santo for 2 hours, I stopped the diffusers for an hour before restarting again. This time, I started activating the house with positive intentions. Say a positive affirmation, like “May we be blessed with joy, harmony and abundance in this home”.

Palo Santo is also an essential oil that will seal in your intentions. When using Palo Santo for sealing intention, you got to be very clear and focus about your intention. I like to apply a drop of Palo Santo on my 3rd eye chakra clockwise direction, while speaking my positive intention. This has worked very well for me!

Palo Santo also has a lot of therapeutic health benefits, will have to share that in another post next time!

#essentialwellness#essentialwellnessyl#steffiesam#newhouse#energy#intention#palosanto

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Thieves Household Cleaner

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Thieves Essential Oil Household Cleaner is the perfect chemical free, green product to clean your home, wash your windows and to wash your children toys.

I have 2 young children at home. When they are smaller, and still crawling on the floor. I felt very uncomfortable, when they suck their thumbs/toes, or when they chew on their toys. They are almost ‘eating’ the commercial chemical and toxin laden cleaner I used to mop the floor.

Hence I changed to use Thieves Household cleaner to mop the floor, wipe the playmat, wipe their toys, and also the dining table!

#essentialwellness#essentialwellnessyl#thieves#toxinfree#steffiesam

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