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Sep 20, 2019 at 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by fern46

We have allergies going in our house too. Have you ever tried essential oils? I find them useful. I like to sniff peppermint oil throughout the day. I have a diffuser necklace that holds a felt pad with the oil on it. I also diffuse it into the air.

Eucalyptus helps as well. Here's a good resource on several you can try. They also make allergy blends.

Top 5 Essential Oils for Allergies - Dr. Axe

That sounds great! I imagine these would at least be available at Whole Foods, or online. Where do you get yours? Thanks!

fern46 · Sep 20, 2019 at 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by BirdDancer

That sounds great! I imagine these would at least be available at Whole Foods, or online. Where do you get yours? Thanks!

You can definitely find some of them at whole foods. I get mine from Amazon. For peppermint oil I like one made by Zongle Theraputics. It is the best tasting that I have found. I use a drop or two straight up on my tongue for nausea or to just refresh my breath. I also dab it on my temples and behind my ears for headaches. You can mix it with a bit of coconut oil to make a rub for your chest.

I also like a brand called Majestic Pure. I use their lemon oil in my kitchen diffuser and when I make house cleaners.

You can get the diffuser machines and the diffuser necklaces on Amazon too. They are both relatively cheap.

Wild Coyote · Sep 20, 2019 at 10:37 AM

I love essential oils, too. I have not used them as much this past year, just because it has not been very convenient.

I hope to get back to it. I also use them on my body in carrier oils. My favorite carrier oils being jojoba and almond.
I am glad you have mentioned these, fern. Many diffuse lavender for anxiety/relaxation, and sleep.
I love peppermint and myrrh. Myrrh is often used in spiritual "initiations."
There are many I cannot use because I react to them in a bad way.. I react to many substances/scents, even "natural" ones.

AkA: "Environmental Illness/Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, etc.

In general, I have seen essential oils be very helpful to many.

fern46 · Sep 20, 2019 at 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Wild Coyote

I love essential oils, too. I have not used them as much this past year, just because it has not been very convenient.

I hope to get back to it. I also use them on my body in carrier oils. My favorite carrier oils being jojoba and almond.
I am glad you have mentioned these, fern. Many diffuse lavender for anxiety/relaxation, and sleep.
I love peppermint and myrrh. Myrrh is often used in spiritual "initiations."
There are many I cannot use because I react to them in a bad way.. I react to many substances/scents, even "natural" ones.

AkA: "Environmental Illness/Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, etc.

In general, I have seen essential oils be very helpful to many.

I love Myrrh.

I also used to use frankincense during meditation. I found meditation to be a bit triggering for me, so I haven't used it in a while. It is also good for respiratory issues.

12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Coyote

I love essential oils, too. I have not used them as much this past year, just because it has not been very convenient.

I hope to get back to it. I also use them on my body in carrier oils. My favorite carrier oils being jojoba and almond.
I am glad you have mentioned these, fern. Many diffuse lavender for anxiety/relaxation, and sleep.
I love peppermint and myrrh. Myrrh is often used in spiritual "initiations."
There are many I cannot use because I react to them in a bad way.. I react to many substances/scents, even "natural" ones.

AkA: "Environmental Illness/Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, etc.

In general, I have seen essential oils be very helpful to many.

I don't usually have any issues with natural scents, but I have an aversion to most perfumes/colognes. In my early marriage, my husband would buy me perfume. He really likes when women wear it, but I can't stand it. I feel l can't breathe when I smell most perfumes. I sometimes cough. My skin is also quite sensitive to certain things containing heavy perfumes. Some have caused me to develop rashes. Again, not usually natural scents. I think that if I get a natural scented oil just for sniffing now and then, it will be nice. I doubt I'd want to put it on my skin, even so. I usually use Dove soap or a chamomile bath wash. Shampoos tend to mostly be OK for me, but I've had a few cause irritation. Whenever I've started a new medication, I've been sure not to change products for a while. That's important.

Wild Coyote · Sep 20, 2019 at 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by BirdDancer

I don't usually have any issues with natural scents, but I have an aversion to most perfumes/colognes. In my early marriage, my husband would buy me perfume. He really likes when women wear it, but I can't stand it. I feel l can't breathe when I smell most perfumes. I sometimes cough. My skin is also quite sensitive to certain things containing heavy perfumes. Some have caused me to develop rashes. Again, not usually natural scents. I think that if I get one just for sniffing now and then, it will be nice. I doubt I'd want to put it on my skin, even so. I usually use Dove soap or a chamomile bath wash. Shampoos tend to mostly be OK for me, but I've had a few cause irritation. Whenever I've started a new medication, I've been sure not to change products for a while. That's important.

Some essential oils are more pure than others.

BirdDancer, you might do well with a diffuser or a similar method.

I use Dove unscented, too. I often use glycerin based soaps and/or Dr. Bonner's products.

Fern is more up on the essential oil facts. It has been awhile for me and things change.

Wild Coyote · 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by fern46

I love Myrrh.

I also used to use frankincense during meditation. I found meditation to be a bit triggering for me, so I haven't used it in a while. It is also good for respiratory issues.

Oh, yes! I am not thinking very well this morning.
Frankincense and myrrh.

I had taken some classes from a NP who was allowed to use essential oils with her clients at her local hospital in Pennsylvania. She also taught CEU courses to other nurses in the medical uses of essential oils.
I cannot recall much today. Head is very fuzzy.

I had used the Oshadi Oils under her instruction. They were the purest at the time. I am sure this has changed and other companies are very pure.; We also had used them because they had Highland Lavender, of which we used a lot. They also had some hard to find oils at reasonable prices, at that time.

Interesting resource for beginning:
Education -- Oshadhi Usa

fern46 · Sep 20, 2019 at 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Coyote

Some essential oils are more pure than others.

BirdDancer, you might do well with a diffuser or a similar method.

I use Dove unscented, too. I often use glycerin based soaps and/or Dr. Bonner's products.

Fern is more up on the essential oil facts. It has been awhile for me and things change.

I learned a lot from Dr. Axe. I also like a book my husband got for me. It breaks down all of the different types of each oil, their purposes and how to use them. Its called 'The Complete Guide to Essential Oils' by Gill Farrer-Halls.

I'm kind of a nut about staying away from meds for ailments or harsh chemicals for cleaning. It has been hard for me to accept taking antipsychotics, but there's no essential oil for that unless I missed something.

Oil of oregano is a lifesaver. Its a very strong anti viral and antibiotic. I also use a lot of tea tree oil for antibacterial purposes. They are cheap and easy to use.

Wild Coyote · Sep 20, 2019 at 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by fern46

I learned a lot from Dr. Axe. I also like a book my husband got for me. It breaks down all of the different types of each oil, their purposes and how to use them. Its called 'The Complete Guide to Essential Oils' by Gill Farrer-Halls.

I'm kind of a nut about staying away from meds for ailments or harsh chemicals for cleaning. It has been hard for me to accept taking antipsychotics, but there's no essential oil for that unless I missed something.

Oil of oregano is a lifesaver. Its a very strong anti viral and antibiotic. I also use a lot of tea tree oil for antibacterial purposes. They are cheap and easy to use.

I have read some on Oil of Oregano being used with people living with HIV/AIDS.
I put a drop or two of Tea Tree Oil on my toothbrush along with natural toothpaste. Sorry, My head is so spaced out today. Keep forgetting what I had wanted to share.
Sorry to bring this OT.

Moose72 · Sep 20, 2019 at 09:21 PM

Ive lost about 5 pounds recently, but realized that Im down 30 since my highest! I cant believe it. I still want to lose 50 more but I'll take 30!

Wild Coyote · Sep 21, 2019 at 12:07 AM

congratulations!

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Originally Posted by moose72

ive lost about 5 pounds recently, but realized that im down 30 since my highest! I cant believe it. I still want to lose 50 more but i'll take 30!

fern46 · Sep 21, 2019 at 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Moose72

Ive lost about 5 pounds recently, but realized that Im down 30 since my highest! I cant believe it. I still want to lose 50 more but I'll take 30!

That's awesome Moose! Have you changed anything specific?

Sep 21, 2019 at 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Moose72

Ive lost about 5 pounds recently, but realized that Im down 30 since my highest! I cant believe it. I still want to lose 50 more but I'll take 30!

Congrat, Moose! A 5 lb loss is great! Remember that that is equal to a 5 lb bag of flour. There used to be 5 lb bags of sugar, but now many of those bags are 4 lbs. You know how the food industry works.

Sep 21, 2019 at 10:13 AM

I finally got to sleep around 2:45 am last night (I had forgotten my evening meds until I remembered quite late). An Ativan helped as a "booster". I actually slept until around 10 am, which is not usual for me. Generally I get up around 6:45 am. In any case, I woke up feeling fine with no medication "hangover". I do still have sinus congestion.

Wild Coyote · Sep 21, 2019 at 11:02 AM

HI!

Another challenging day physically. Out of sorts overall. Likely due to med taper. Also very congested ; hopefully allergies instead of a cold. Nasty colds going around. I am likely going to rest for awhile; I am just too wiped out on all levels and too foggy cognitively. Not even sure I should be posting this here.
I hope everyone has an enlightening day!

Sep 22, 2019 at 07:26 AM

lots of fibro pain

still not recovered from my shower on friday

Wild Coyote · Sep 22, 2019 at 02:00 PM

Another one of those days. I intend to improve asap.

Love to All!

Moose72 · Sep 22, 2019 at 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by fern46

That's awesome Moose! Have you changed anything specific?

I cheat sometimes but I am cutting out refined sugar and bad carbs. I eat granola and fruit every day. I try to get in long walks when I can.

~Christina · Sep 22, 2019 at 08:26 PM

I’ve just had enough ! All this pollen and my asthma crap has me on my last nerve.

I see my Doctor Tuesday.

Wild Coyote · Sep 22, 2019 at 09:57 PM

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I’ve just had enough ! All this pollen and my asthma crap has me on my last nerve.

I see my Doctor Tuesday.

I hear you! I am having the same issue.
Only you...you have been quite ill with asthma lately. It's very important that you do see your doctor. Glad you will see her/him very soon.

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Anonymous46341 Guest Posts: n/a	Sep 21, 2019 at 10:13 AM #534 I finally got to sleep around 2:45 am last night (I had forgotten my evening meds until I remembered quite late). An Ativan helped as a "booster". I actually slept until around 10 am, which is not usual for me. Generally I get up around 6:45 am. In any case, I woke up feeling fine with no medication "hangover". I do still have sinus congestion.
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Wild Coyote Legendary Community Liaison Member Since Jun 2016 Location: USA Posts: 12,735 (SuperPoster!) 7 70.9k hugs given	Sep 22, 2019 at 02:00 PM #537 Another one of those days. I intend to improve asap. Love to All! __________________ May we each fully claim the courage to live from our hearts, to allow Love, Faith and Hope to enLighten our paths.
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~Christina Legendary Wise Elder Community Liaison Member Since Jul 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 22,450 (SuperPoster!) 12 12.7k hugs given	Sep 22, 2019 at 08:26 PM #539 I’ve just had enough ! All this pollen and my asthma crap has me on my last nerve. I see my Doctor Tuesday. __________________ Helping others gets me out of my own head ~
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