Thieves Essential Oil is one of Young Living's most popular products, and for great reason. This powerhouse blend has some incredible health benefiting properties. One sniff (or quick PubMed search!) is all it takes to fall in love with Thieves. So it's no wonder that Thieves fans quickly discover the magic of Thieves Household Cleaner!
HOW THIEVES SAVED MY THYROID
Personally, I credit this one product for reversing the chemical overload that almost led to my thyroid being removed. Long story short, in 2021 my TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) levels were dangerously low. After diagnosing me with subclinical hypothyroidism, my endocrinologist recommended removing my thyroid and putting me on medications for the rest of my life. Before deciding, I simply asked for 90 days to see if there was something I could do on my own. After researching endocrine disruptors and replacing every single chemical cleaner in my house with just this one product, my thyroid numbers went back into normal range, and I no longer qualified for treatment at all!
THIEVES HOUSEHOLD CLEANER AT A GLANCE
Thieves Household Cleaner is the perfect, versatile go-to for all your cleaning needs for a happy, healthy home. This Young Living exclusive includes only plant-based and naturally derived ingredients to effectively clean your home without taking synthetic shortcuts or using potentially harsh ingredients. Plus, the concentrated formula means that one 14.4oz bottle makes 20 spray bottles of standard cleaner! I love this household staple for everything from general cleaning to tough messes to DIYs. Thieves Cleaner is available in two sizes (14.4oz and 64oz) as well as single use packets. And by single use, one packet is enough concentrate to make a 16oz spray bottle full of cleaner.
If you're not sure and want to try it, please let me know, and I'll give you a free single use packet. If you're like my mom, you'll get so addicted to the warm, spicy aroma that you'll want to clean your whole house with it!
WHY I LOVE IT
- Concentrated formula is easy to mix to create a variety of cleaning solutions for inside and outside the home
- Safe to use around children and pets as directed
- Provides an effective, deep clean with the power of naturally derived, plant-based ingredients that lift dirt, pet stains, dried-on food, grime, and more
GENERAL CLEANING
For general cleaning, simply add 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner to an empty 16oz glass spray bottle and fill with water! You can add essential oils for extra scent and cleaning power if you wish or make the formula more concentrated for tougher messes.
- Spring Breeze Thieves Cleaner: 15 drops each Grapefruit, Tangerine, 10 drops Clary Sage, Lemon
- Baking Cookies Thieves Cleaner: 15 drops each Vanilla, Cinnamon Bark, 10 drops Stress Away
- Citrus Spice Thieves Cleaner: 15 drops each Orange, Cinnamon Bark, 10 drops Clove, 5 drops each Nutmeg, Ginger
- Frosted Forest Thieves Cleaner: 15 drops each Peppermint, Tangerine, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Bergamot
Here are some other ideas for using this one bottle to clean your entire home!
- Thieves Degreaser
- Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 1-2 cups water. For heavy cleaning, use half or quarter the amount of water. If necessary, use a cloth to apply Thieves Household Cleaner undiluted. After cleaning, wipe the area with a cloth dampened with water.
- Add this to a glass spray bottle and use on: Kitchen Sink, Toilet Seats, Bathroom Sink. Bathtub, Floors and Tile
- Glass and Mirror Cleaner
- Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner, 5 drops Citrus Fresh essential oil blend, 1 tsp white vinegar, and 3 cups water.
- Sink and Tile Scrub Recipe
- Simply mix equal parts Thieves Household Cleaner and the baking soda in a bowl and use throughout your whole house on grimy surfaces!
10 FAST WAYS TO USE THIEVES CLEANER TODAY
- Windows and Mirrors - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner and 1 capful distilled white vinegar to 16oz water in glass spray bottle. Provides a streak-free shine.
- Carpets - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner and 4-5 cups water to a steam cleaner can remove dirt and grime from carpets and upholstery. Make sure to spot check.
- Garbage Cans - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 3 cups water. Spray both inside and outside to remove dirt and grime. Wipe clean. (No need to wash off) You may also want to consider adding a few drops of Thieves Essential Oil to a cotton ball and dropping into the bottom of can as a weekly deodorizer.
- Heavy Degreaser - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 1 cup water. Spray and soak for 5 minutes. Wipe away grease like your name is Houdini.
- Bathroom Soft Scrub - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 1⁄4 cup baking soda. Using a bristle toilet brush, scrub inside of toilets and showers and sit 5 min before rinsing or flushing.
- Toy Soak - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 3 cups water in sink or bucket. Let your baby's toys soak for 15 minutes to remove grime and hidden dangers all while providing a non-toxic sanitizer for your tiniest of human's favorite toys. Make sure to rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Floors - Cleaning floors can be so easy with this one solution that cleans, deodorized and adds shine to various hard flooring. 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 4 cups water (I always add 2-3 drops of Lemon or Pine essential oil for the smell and extra shine). Mop as usual.
- Fridge Cleaner - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 2 cups water. Great for both inside and a steak free stainless-steel cleaner. Also, who wants harsh chemicals where we store food?
- Tiles and Grout - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner with 1/2 cup of water in a spray bottle. Spray tile and grout. Let sit for a couple of minutes. Use a small brush to get stains out. You may use less water for stronger concentration as needed.
- Mattress Cleaner - 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner to 3 cups water, add 3 drops Purification essential oil and spritz over entire mattress for overall clean. When using as a spot cleaner, spray thoroughly and scrub with a light bristled brush.
Want even more ideas? Watch this video from Young Living to see 29 different ways to utilize Thieves Household Cleaner for a spotless home!
TESTIMONIES
- “We love Thieves household cleaner for all of our dog and kid accidents."
- “THC the only thing I clean with...floors, counters, toilets, doors!”
- “Love that this cleaner is totally safe to use around my babies!”
- “Thieves household cleaner is awesome. I use it for everything in my life.”
- “Thieves cleaner was a game changer for my health. I was using what I thought was a clean product but to find out they had “fragrance“ in them. So thankful for these products that we can trust”
- “I will never forget learning I would become a mom for the first time, and I was immediately concerned about what we had been cleaning our house with. Thinking of all the hazards on the labels that would hurt our kids so and threw them all out as soon as I found out about Thieves household cleaner! I won't use anything else!”
- “The more I use it the more I love it.”
- “Love the Thieves cleaner! Makes my house smell so good.”
Ready to make a shift to a Thieves home? Click on the picture to learn how you can unlock your 24% discount with this all-in-one kit!
Although the word menopause often brings a bit of dread for most women, this natural process doesn't have to be overwhelming! There are a lot of great tips and tools for managing this season of women's health, and I have them all right here for you.
MENOPAUSE AT A GLANCE
- Signals the end of a woman's menstrual cycle and fertility years
- A natural part of the aging process for the female reproductive system
- May involve symptoms that can be soothed with oils and supplements
- Differs for each individual woman
During menopause, your body drastically reduces its production of reproductive hormones, and your periods gradually stop. Our goal is to be cycling and menstruating for as long as possible, since that is the natural state of female bodies. However, menopause is a normal, natural part of our body's aging process.
When it comes to finding relief from menopause symptoms, the hardest part is often the emotional and physical side effects that the decline in hormones can bring. Transitioning through menopause may mean dealing with uncomfortable symptoms, such as weight gain, low energy, low sex drive, and changes in your mood; however, we have tools in our toolbox to help our bodies through this process!
Although menopause might feel inconvenient and hard at times, taking conventional hormone replacement medications can cause many unwanted side effects. A wiser option is to naturally manage symptoms through a healthy diet, exercise, stress reduction and natural supplements.
THE ESTROGEN-PROGESTERONE BALANCE
Estrogen and progesterone are two of the key players when it comes to hormone balance and menopause.
Estrogen is a key component of a healthy heart and immune system, and it plays a role in energy and mood as well. As you age, your estrogen levels begin decreasing, leading to menopause, which marks the end of the reproductive years.
Progesterone levels also affect a wide range of other body systems, so when the ovaries don't make as much progesterone, you may experience things such as migraines, mood instability, bone density decline, skin issues, and changes in bleeding.
The balance of these hormones is important for ALL WOMEN. No matter the age. Even those who've had a hysterectomy!
Ok but what about estrogen? Where does she come into the picture? I'm glad you asked…
Estrogen has to first attach to a cell, then it grabs hands with the progesterone. If the progesterone is not there, the estrogen begins to inhibit the chemical process that is supposed to happen and it can begin a process of mutation.
Bottom line? Both estrogen and progesterone are important. Both are needed. BUT they are needed in a balance of each other.
MENOPAUSE-SUPPORTING OILS & SUPPLEMENTS
If you determine that you need some support through this natural process, how do you get it?
This is usually where conventional HRT comes in. However, many of these hormones are made with horse urine, medroxy-progesterone acetate, and other synthetic progestins. These are VERY different from what is found in plants or in your body. Plus, their long term effects have some dramatic risk factors.
Natural hormones are easily recognized by the body. It says, “Hey! I know you! And I know exactly where you need to go to help me.” This is why we love phyto-progesterones like the ones in these products!
SUPPLEMENTS
EndoGize is a daily women's hormone support supplement powered by essential oils, minerals, and herbs, including ashwagandha root – a well known herb for hormone balance and stress reduction. EndoGize also contains DHEA, a hormone precursor for estrogen and testosterone, DHEA is naturally made in the body, but levels decline as we age. These ingredients work synergistically to create a formula that supports a healthy endocrine system for women.
FemiGen is a twice-daily supplement that combines whole-food herbs including wild yam, damiana, and dong quai with synergistic amino acids, and clary sage, fennel, ylang ylang, and sage essential oils. FemiGen specifically supports the female reproductive system through estrogen balance and helps maintain and nourish the reproductive system from development through menopause.
PD 80/20 is a daily supplement that contains pregnenolone and DHEA, two substances produced naturally by the body that decline with age. Pregnenolone is the key precursor for the body's production of estrogen, DHEA, and progesterone, and it has an impact on mental acuity and memory. DHEA is involved in maintaining the health of the cardiovascular and immune systems. These ingredients combine to help support the endocrine system and balance overall hormone levels.
CREAMS & SERUMS
Progessence plus is a mainstay for progesterone support. It is a pure progesterone serum from wild yam that is infused with Sacred Frankincense essential oil. This serum easily absorbs into the skin and also contains the nourishing oils Copaiba, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Peppermint, and Clove giving it many added benefits for supporting and stabilizing mood. Fun bonus: Clinical studies are also showing that essential oils can enhance the ability of natural hormones to penetrate the skin, allowing us even more benefit. This way we quickly get our new progesterone on its way to that estrogen that's been left hanging.
This is a natural estrogen support cream with plant-based phytoestrogens that soothe the skin and can provide an alternative to conventional estrogen creams. This rich, nourishing cream of plant extracts such as wild yam (phyto-progesterone!) and black and blue cohosh (phyto-estrogens) supports female hormone health – especially estrogen levels. This cream also contains St. John's Wort and adaptogenic herbs to help soothe the adrenal glands and emotions!
This cream is very similar to Regenolone, except it has one more ingredient – DHEA. This body cream smells incredible and provides so many wonderful hormone supporting herbs such as St. John's wort, wild yam extract, ginkgo biloba leaf extract and green tea leaf extract. These herbs and essential oils work synergistically to promote a healthy balance of hormones while also nourishing the skin. The DHEA in Prenolone Plus can be really helpful to some women. DHEA is a hormone precursor for estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, meaning you would further increase the hormone levels that you need.
ESSENTIAL OILS
Sclaressence is an essential oil blend containing Clary Sage, Peppermint, Spanish Sage, and Fennel. This blend is rich in phytoestrogen oils. Phytoestrogens are simply plant-based compounds that are similar enough to human estrogen that they are easily recognized as estrogen in our bodies. There is also thought that they help our body create its own estrogen!
Clary sage is a natural phytoestrogen and can help the body balance estrogen levels.
BENEFITS OF RESISTANCE BANDS
In every Silver Sneakers Classic class, we utilize resistance bands, or elastic tubing with handles. Because bands are not a gravity-resisted tool, we can create movement opportunities that are difficult to implement with gravity-resisted tools, such as weights. You'll notice in my classes we perform both focused and compound exercises using the bands. Band can help with strength, balance, coordination, and fall prevention.
And bands aren't just for older adults. I like to use resistance bands during my personal workouts. There are certain muscles that are just easier to work with bands than with weights.
For instance, by wrapping the band behind my back, grabbing the handles, and choking up, I can work my pectoral (chest) muscles without having to get on the ground or lie down on a bench. For those with vertigo, this is a huge benefit! I also love using loop bands for glute exercises, especially clamshells.
WHAT DO THE COLORS MEAN?
When you walk into a Silver Sneakers class, you'll see four different colors of bands (five at VRTX, if you count the orange bands). This variety creates a unique opportunity for each participant to individualize his or her workout by increasing or decreasing the intensity level of the strength segment without increasing the risk.
What does each color mean, and how does that translate to weight?
Check out this nifty chart from Silver Sneakers:
And if you come to any Silver Sneakers class at VRTX Fitness, you'll also notice the orange bands right in the center of the display. Those are about 8 lbs and are appropriate for moderately fit members.
During each Classic class we perform two band songs—usually one that focuses on the upper body (usually arms and chest) and one that focuses on the lower body (legs, back, abs). So you may find that you need two sets of bands to adequately challenge yourself during different workouts.
What are your favorite band exercises?
New to resistance bands? Learn more at the Silver Sneakers website here.
AminoWise is my favorite supplement for recovery after workouts. Think of this as a natural Gatorade (that tastes MUCH better)! It is a wolfberry lemonade-flavored drink mix that contains branched-chain amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals to provide the nutrients you need to optimize your workout recovery.
AMINOWISE AT A GLANCE
- Helps support muscles, lessens fatigue, and enhances muscle recovery during and after exercise
- Reduces lactic acid induced by exercise through a complex blend of antioxidants and minerals
- Helps support the production of nitric oxide, which can improve blood flow
- Contains branched-chain amino acids, which have been shown to aid in preventing muscle catabolism from exercise
- Supports hydration by replenishing important minerals lost during exercise
- Good source of vitamin E and zinc
- No preservatives, synthetic colors, artificial flavors, added sugar or artificial sweeteners
I love AminoWise because it tastes amazing and contains all the good stuff and none of the bad. It's formulated with branch chain amino acids and contains three key blends that combine to support your muscles during and after exercise, help fight fatigue, and enhance your recovery!
BACKGROUND
AminoWise enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targeted formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals. MUCH more nutrient-dense than your average electrolyte replacement drinks!
IMPORTANCE OF AMINO ACIDS
Amino acids are classified as non-essential amino acids (you produce them on your own), conditionally essential amino acids (can usually be produced by your body), and essential amino acids (EAAs, cannot be made by the body so you must get them through diet or supplementation) Of the EAAs, three are superstars -- the branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs): leucine, isoleucine, and valine. BCAAs make up about 35% of your muscle tissue.
Your ability to maintain, or build lean body mass, or muscle, is based on the levels of protein synthesis and protein breakdown throughout the day. As you age, protein breakdown tends to accelerate. To slow the protein breakdown you can eat more high quality protein and supplement with EAAs.
Because your level of muscle mass plays a significant role in longevity, anything that increases protein synthesis or decreases protein breakdown can support your quality of life throughout your lifespan. Since amino acids play such an essential role in building and maintaining lean body mass, they must be a consistent part of a healthy diet!
KEY INGREDIENTS
- Muscle Performance blend: includes branched-chain amino acids that helps build and repair muscles, improve muscle endurance, and promote overall muscle health
- Recovery blend: includes Ningxia wolfberry powder and Lemon and Lime essential oils that help reduce the lactic acid and provide antioxidants to repair and prevent oxidative damage; also contains polyphenols and zinc to provide nutrients and minerals for muscle recovery
- Hydration blend: features electrolytes such as magnesium, sodium, and potassium that replace vital minerals lost during exercise to allow muscles to repair themselves and build strength
FULL INGREDIENT LIST
- AminoWise Muscle Performance Blend: Branched-chain amino acids (2:1:1 Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine), L-citrulline, Beta-Alanine, L-Glutamine, L-arginine, L-taurine
- AminoWise Recovery Blend: Ningxia wolfberry fruit powder, Antioxidant blend Red wine polyphenols, Vitamin E (D-alpha tocopherol), Zinc (Zinc gluconate), Persian lime juice powder, Lemon peel oil, Lime peel oil
- AminoWise Hydration Mineral Blend: Sodium (Sodium citrate), Potassium (Potassium citrate), Calcium (Calcium citrate), Magnesium (Magnesium citrate)
HOW TO USE AMINOWISE
- Mix 1 scoop with 8 oz. of water and consume during or after exercise or as desired as part of your daily wellness routine.
- Pair AminoWise post-workout with other great muscle supporting supplements like AgilEase or BLM, NingXia Red and SulfurZyme.
- Try this NingXia Red Electrolyte Drink:
- 1 cup water or coconut water
- 2-4 oz Ningxia Red
- 1 scoop AminoWise
- 1-2 drops Young Living Vitality oil of choice: Tangerine, Orange, Lime, Citrus Fresh, or Grapefruit
- Mix all ingredients in a blender with some ice (or just mix in a blender bottle or mason jar!!) for one of the most refreshing drinks EVER!
- If you want to kick it up a notch, here are some BONUS ingredients you can add to the recipe above that make this drink even more packed with good things:
- 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 drop Young Living Peppermint Vitality Oil
AgilEase is a must if you are an athlete, an active individual or have joints that need some TLC! This supplement is wonderful for mobility and flexibility and helps reduce inflammation so you can feel great!
AGILEASE AT A GLANCE
- Supports and protects healthy cartilage and joints
- Supports the body's natural inflammatory response associated with exercise
- Helps support healthy joint flexibility and mobility
- Contains highly absorbable, undenatured collagen, turmeric and frankincense powder which are full of inflammation-fighting antioxidants
- Formula is specifically designed for optimal availability & absorption
- Helps with joint discomfort to improve quality of life
- Beneficial for athletes and active individuals of all ages who want to support and protect their joints and cartilage
You can use AgilEase to support acute joint health needs or as a preventative measure to protect joint and cartilage health. With collagen, glucosamine, turmeric, and more, this is a great supplement for just about everyone! It is a wonderful addition to a supplement routine to help with recovery after running, yoga, weightlifting or even just those long days of parenting (parenting a toddler should be an Olympic sport!).
BACKGROUND
Think of AgilEase as a much better, more powerful version of glucosamine/chondroitin that you often see at pharmacies or health food stores. Young Living doesn't add anything to their supplements that doesn't need to be there, and they don't use excessive fillers, colors or dyes, so you know that what you're taking is the best possible
This supplement is especially beneficial for those with an active lifestyle, for athletes, and for aging individuals who may experience a natural, acute inflammation response in their joints after exercise. Whether it is running, Crossfit, working on your feet all day, weightlifting or any other physical activity, AgilEase can provide your body with the support it needs to recover.
COLLAGEN & INFLAMMATION
So many things cause inflammation in our bodies - our diet, our environment, our activities - so anything we can do to support our bodies through that will pack a big punch. AgilEase is full of ingredients that can combat inflammation, especially the inflammation present in joints!
According to the late Dr. Mike Buch, previous head of Research & Development at Young Living, “all these ingredients provide individual contributions to the overall efficacy of AgilEase, but the unique UC-II collagen used in AgilEase is really special. Collagen is a protein. In fact, it's the most abundant protein in your body. It's found in connective tissue like tendons and ligaments, as well as skin and cartilage.
Collagen, like all proteins, is a very large molecule. Collagen is so large that it tends to fold over on itself producing a very distinctively-shaped molecule. This distinctive shape is called the “tertiary structure” of the molecule. This tertiary structure is critical to how the collagen is absorbed and used in the body.
When collagen is extracted from natural tissue (in our case it's chicken sternum), the tertiary structure of the molecule is usually destroyed. (Many extraction methods involve boiling and that makes these long molecules “unfold”). The UC-II collagen in AgilEase is produced using a proprietary extraction process so that the molecule does not lose its native tertiary structure. Retaining this molecular structure makes UC-II the most bioavailable form of collagen for supplementation, and numerous clinical studies show that it can help your body fight inflammation and improve joint flexibility and mobility.”
KEY INGREDIENTS
This powerful blend of ingredients can help you protect your joint and cartilage health and gain greater mobility and flexibility. Who doesn't want that?!
- Frankincense resin powder: a strong antioxidant that helps repair oxidative damage at a cellular level
- UC-II undenatured collagen: supports collagen production and provides cushion in the joints
- Hyaluronic acid: helps in the growth and development of joint's cartilage and bone by promoting the growth of new cells and tissues.
- Piperine: from black pepper, known to dramatically increase the absorption and supportive effects of turmeric
- Glucosamine: studies show it helps form cartilage and reduce pain from inflammation and joint issues
- Turmeric: a super powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory herb
- Wintergreen: commonly known as methyl salicylate; supports the body's response to pain and inflammation, soothes discomfort and helps the body promote healing
- Copaiba: is especially helpful for the body in the presence of inflammation and works much like a fire extinguisher to help put out the fires
- Clove: a powerful antioxidant that supports the body's response to inflammation, soothes discomfort and helps the body repair oxidative damage.
- Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oils: supports the body's response to pain and injury and helps to calm the natural inflammation process
FULL INGREDIENT LIST
- AgilEase Blend: Frankincense (Boswellia serrata) resin powder, Calcium fructoborate (from plant minerals), Curcuminoids complex Turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizome extract, Piperine (from Black pepper (Piper nigrum)) whole fruit extract, Collagen (with undenatured type II collagen), Glucosamine sulfate, Hyaluronic acid (as Sodium hyaluronate)], Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) leaf oil, Copaiba (oleoresin) (Copaifera officinalis) wood oil, Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) flower bud oil, Black spruce (Picea mariana) whole tree oil (Northern Lights)
- Other Ingredients: Rice flour, Hypromellose, Silicon dioxide
HOW TO USE
- Take two capsules daily to support joint health or as a preventative measure to protect joint and cartilage health.
Remember that with supplements like collagen and glucosamine, you will see benefits after a 2-3 weeks of use as our bodies start increasing production of cartilage and collagen. When you stop taking a supplement like this, you will stop seeing the results!
