How to have Healthy Skin

How to have Healthy Skin

» My Essential Oil Blends

Citrus Room Freshener

In a spray bottle blend:

125mls of water, 20drops of Orange Essential Oil, 20 drops of Lemon Essential Oil and 10 drops of Lime Essential Oil.

Shake well before each use.

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Head Lice Prevention Spray Blend

In a 200 ml spray bottle combine 50 mls of organic conditioner or detangler ( this step is optional, my daughter has long thick hair and this helps with getting any knots out comfortably. If you choose not to use conditioner or detangler just make it up with all water) and 140 mls of water. To the solution add 15 drops lavender essential oil, 10 drops tea tree essential oil, 8 drops of eucalyptus essential oil and 2 drops of geranium essential oil.  Shake well before use. Simply use this spray every school morning while brushing hair and head lice will stay away.

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Calming Bedtime Room Spray

5 drops Roman Chamomile

7 drops Lavender

8 drops orange

Combine in a spray bottle with 125 mls water, shake well. This is a nice spray for children’s room in the evening.

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Calming Room Spray

8 drops lavender

8 drops bergamot

8 drops mandarin

Combine in a spray bottle with 125 mls water and shake well before use

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Health Benefits of Chia Seeds | Buy Organic

The following guest post is by Linda from Healthy Shelf.

Chia seeds are an ancient seed which was a major part of the diet of the Aztecs and the Mayans. The Chia seed is a whole grain so you are getting the goodness of the whole seed. They come in black and white and there is no difference in smell and taste, only a very small difference in the nutrition. It is more a personal choice as to what you find more appealing.

Why are Chia seeds so good for you?

Chia seeds are a fantastic superfood to add to your diet. They are great for vegans as they contain the highest plant based Omega 3, protein and fibre. Chia seeds also contain Omega 6 which helps keep skin healthy and antioxidants which are important for cell health. A diet high in antioxidants has been proven by studies to slow ageing of the body and brain. The seeds contain vitamins and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium.

How to add Chia seeds to your diet

Chia seeds can be added to your baking, such as in breads, cakes, cookies, pancakes and muffins. You can add them to your breakfast cereals, porridge or salads. Mixing 1 tablespoon to 1 cup of water makes a gel that you can add to smoothies, juices, shakes, herbal teas, yogurts, soups, salad dressings and sauces. The Chia Co has two recipes Crunchy Apricot and Hazelnut Granola and Raspberry Pancakes with Orange Cinnamon Ricotta.

The Chia Co grows the seed naturally in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia. The great thing about this company is they practice sustainable farming. Their website contains more information about their company and the health benefits of the Chia seed.

Linda is a mother of two very active boys, a four and two year old. As a new mum she began to read and the more she read the more she saw value in a organic life style which inspired her online business Healthy Shelf. Join Healthy Shelf on Facebook.

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via buyorganic.com.au

This is a great article about the health benefits of chia seeds