Essential Oils

     This post could have also gone on my autism blog, but I decided to put it on this one. Recently, I've started using essential oils as a natural remedy from the many symptoms of my conditions. I've heard good things about essential oils recently, and I thought I'd give them a try.
     Most of my oils come from the company DoTerra. I have one called DigestZen. It helps alleviate some of my digestive symptoms, such as bloating and stomach pain. I'm also hoping it will help with what I believe is Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a consequence of my food intolerances. I still have to avoid gluten and dairy foods but at least this oil helps. I also use Lavender and a calming blend to help me sleep. I diffuse the Lavender around the room then rub the Calming oil on my forehead. Since I've started doing this, I've been able to stop taking 2 of my 5 prescription medications! Plus, it helps me calm down after a long day :) On occasion, when I'm feeling stressed or anxious during the day, I will have a quick inhale of the Calming blend or rub a little behind my ears. Another oil I use is a blend called Balance. This one is from DoTerra, and they recommend it for Bipolar Disorder. It is good for regulating emotions and balancing the mind, hence the name. It also improves focus and clarity so I use it when I'm feeling brain fog or can't concentrate. The last one is Peppermint oil. I use this one as needed for migraines after I read it can relieve pain, especially migraines. I still have to take prescription medication (for now) to prevent migraines. But when I do get one, I dilute the Peppermint oil in olive oil and rub it on my temples down my jaw line. Then I rub some on my forehead. It's wonderful! 
     Essential oils are working wonders for me. Like I said, I've already been able to go off two of my medications. I hope to get off more of them sometime in the near future. I may also be using more essential oils now that I know they really work. DoTerra is an awesome company. Their website has a link where you can click on a specific disease or ailment you need relief from, and they give you a list of oils and a protocol they recommend for using them. If you haven't tried essential oils, I suggest you give them a try. They are amazing and so much better and safer than prescription medications.