WHAT IS THIEVES?
Thieves Essential Oil is a blend of 5 powerful Young Living oils: clove, eucalyptus, rosemary, lemon, and cinnamon. It’s spicy, hot, uplifting, and energizing. And it is one of the most famous oils in all of Young Living, one of the oils that put this company on the map in the early 1990s.
"THE FOUR THIEVES" IN THE 16TH CENTURYThieves has a rich and almost infamous history. It’s based on the legend of the four thieves in Marseilles, France, dating from the time of the outbreak of the Bubonic Plague, or Black Plague. During the peak of infections in the 16th century, an aromatic legend developed around a brew called “Marseilles Vinegar”, or “Four Thieves Vinegar”. As history has it, the group allegedly robbed graves without becoming infected, due to this mysterious vinegar. But it wasn’t just an urban legend.
MARSEILLES VINEGAR
This vinegar was noted in a number of famous medical books published later on, including the Pharmacologia from 1825. This page is a snippet from that original book, from almost 200 years ago.
FAST FORWARD TO 1994
Gary Young, the founder of Young Living, is responsible for the story reaching the legendary status it has today. He created the Thieves Essential Oil Blend in 1994 for immune support, as a result of his study at Warwick University in London.
THIEVES TODAY
Today, the entire Thieves product line is synonymous with immunity. Thieves Essential Oil is just the tip of the iceberg. Young Living has developed immune-boosting products ranging from laundry soap and dish soap to veggie soak and toothpaste. Personally, I don't go anywhere without my Thieves On-The-Go products: Thieves Spray, Thieves Waterless Hand Sanitizer, and Thieves Hand-Sanitizing Wipes. I also make a mouth spray using Thieves Mouthwash, a few drops of Clove Vitality Essential Oil, and water. I spritz it into my mouth whenever I feel like things are getting a little too "people-y". :)
So where do you start? Young Living has made it easy to just make a shift with the Make a Shift Happy, Healthy Home Kit, where you get over $200 worth of Thieves products for only $112. And, by purchasing this incredible kit, you also earn a 24% discount off everything you purchase for an entire year!
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We all know Vitamin C is good for us and can help boost immunity, and Young Living's Super C and Super C Chewables don't disappoint! Super C contains 2,166% of the recommended dietary intake of Vitamin C per serving and is fortified with rutin, citrus bioflavonoids, and minerals to balance electrolytes and enhance the effectiveness and absorption of vitamin C. This is a much better option than the sugary packets that you find in the health food stores!
SUPER C AT A GLANCE
- Supports immune health, respiratory function and overall wellness
- Provides the body with powerful antioxidants that promote vitality and longevity
- Infused with citrus essential oils that are high in limonene, a powerful antioxidant
- Vitamin C is essential for bone, ligament, tendon and blood vessel health
- Vitamin C aids with iron absorption
Vitamin C and immune health are almost synonymous. Vitamin C bolsters immunity by supporting various functions of both the innate and adaptive immune system, prevents pathogens from entering cells and works as a free radical scavenger to reduce cellular damage. Because of its antioxidant activity, vitamin C also plays a role in skin health as well!
BACKGROUND
In addition to being a potent antioxidant, vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins required by our bodies. Vitamin C is essential for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. It is necessary to form collagen, an important protein used by the skin, for scar tissue, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels. It is essential for healing wounds, and for the repair and maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them sprecic health-supporting properties.
- Limonene: a natural detoxing constituent and appetite suppressant, supports healthy metabolism, helps with cleansing and drainage of the lymphatic glands.
SUPER C INGREDIENTS
Proprietary Super C Blend: Citrus bioflavonoids, Rutin (Sophora japonica L) flower bud powder, Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) fruit powder, Orange (Citrus sinensis)† peel oil, Tangerine (Citrus reticulata)† rind oil, Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)† peel oil, Lemon (Citrus limon)† peel oil, Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)† leaf oilOther Ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic acid, Potassium chloride, Silicon dioxide, Modified cellulose, Magnesium stearate†Premium essential oil
SUPER C CHEWABLE INGREDIENTS
Non-GMO tapioca dextrose, Sorbitol, Calcium ascorbate, Acerola cherry (Malpighia glabra) powder, Camu camu (Myrciaria dubia) fruit powder, Rose hip (Rosa canina) fruit powder, Organic stevia, Citrus bioflavonoids, Hydroxypropyl cellulose, Stearic acid, Orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil†, Silicon dioxide, Magnesium stearate†Premium essential oil
PRODUCT OPTIONS
What is the difference between Super C and Super C Chewable?
- Super C Tablets provide 1300mg of Vitamin C as ascorbic acid in one serving (2 tablets). It also contains Calcium, Zinc and Manganese as well as Citrus bioflavonoids, Rutin flower bud powder, Cayenne fruit powder, and Orange, tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon and Lemongrass essential oils.
- Super C Chewable Tablets provide 150mg of plant based Vitamin C in one serving (one tablet). The Vitamin C in these tablets is from Acerola cherry powder, Camu camu fruit powder, and Rosehip fruit powder. Super C Chewable tablets also contain organic stevia, citrus bioflavonoids, and Orange essential oil.
HOW TO USE SUPER C & SUPER C CHEWABLE
To use Super C tablets:
- For reinforcing immune strength, take up to 3 tablets daily, making sure to separate the doses by a few hours. For maintenance, take 1 tablet once or twice daily. Best if taken before meals.
To use Super C Chewable tablets:
- Take 1 chewable tablet 3 times daily or as needed. Take daily or when additional vitamin C is desired.
COMPANION PRODUCTS
TESTIMONIES
- I always keep Super C and Super D on hand. Especially during the winter months. - Janice O.
- Super C is essential for our family especially going into fall/winter months! - Mallory L.
- I love this supplement!!! - Sara G.
- Love giving these to my kiddos when they need an extra boost of Vit C! - Alison S.
- I take Super C, along with Ningxia Red, every day. - Vivian B.
- I love the Super C chewables! I take them all the time! - Teanna D.
- We love this, especially for my kids who still cannot swallow pills/tablets. They love the flavor and can safely chew these up but get the recommended amount. - Amanda D.
- One of my favorites!! - Linda H.
Inner Defense is just what the name suggests—a defense and protection from all that today's world can throw at us! This powerhouse blend of essential oil supports the immune and respiratory systems, making it a wonderful addition to your health routine either for daily use or for when your defenses start to go down!
INNER DEFENSE AT A GLANCE
- Reinforces systemic defenses
- Promotes healthy respiratory function
- Offers immune support
- Creates unfriendly terrain for yeast and fungus
- Dissolves quickly for maximum results
So much of our modern world can take a toll on our health—environmental exposure, devitalized food, lack of sleep, abundance of stress, polluted water and air. And even these in small quantities can add up to a cumulative dose that leaves us needing extra support. Sometimes we need that support acutely and other times we need it on a more consistent basis. Either way, Inner Defense is a great option for strengthening the body systems!
KEY INGREDIENTS:
- Clove essential oil: has profound immune support and is a powerful antioxidant
- Oregano essential oil: high in carvacrol and thymol that support the immune system; also aids digestion, supports muscle and joint health and flexibility.
- Thyme essential oil: rich in thymol, supports the respiratory and immune systems
- Lemongrass essential oil: supports digestion and proper immune function
- Lemon essential oil: high in limonene, supports respiration and immune function, cleansing and purifying
- Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil: known for its support of the respiratory system, also cleanses and purifies and supports immune function
- Rosemary essential oil: a cleansing and purifying oil, supports the immune and respiratory systems
- Cinnamon Bark essential oil: provides immune support and antioxidants
- Virgin Coconut Oil: supports all body systems and dilutes the essential oils.
INNER DEFENSE & YEAST
Stress, illness, diets high in sugar, and sometimes even pregnancy can set the stage for yeast overgrowth in the gut. And then in turn, the overgrowth of yeast can increase stress to leave us in this endless cycle! One of our favorite tools for creating an unfriendly environment in the gut for yeast growth? Inner Defense! You can use this oil alongside eliminating sugar to re-balance the gut and create an environment where the yeast will not thrive.
INNER DEFENSE & EMOTIONS
When we begin to fall below the wellness line, our emotional and mental health is also affected. All of our body systems are interconnected, so it makes sense that we often feel run down, fatigued, exhausted even on an emotional level when our defenses go down. Sometimes the emotional and mental effects hit first! So if you're feeling run down, vulnerable, easily overwhelmed or triggered, stop and take inventory of your physical health as well. The organisms that invade our cells and bring us down affect our emotions too!
Oils that can help include Oregano, Thyme and Rosemary essential oils, all of which are part of the Inner Defense capsules!
LEARN MORE AT PUBMED
In short, Inner Defense uses potent essential oils including Oregano, Thyme, and Thieves to reinforce systemic defenses, promote healthy respiratory function, and offer immune support. These liquid capsules dissolve quickly for maximum results and help the body create an unfriendly terrain for yeast and fungus!
TO USE:
- Take 1 capsule up to 3 times daily for acute needs. I suggest taking with food and at the very first sign of your defenses going down!
- Take 1 softgel daily for support as desired. I always take Inner Defense when traveling or other times where I need extra immune support.
- For best results, take with food and take Life 9 Probiotic approximately 8 hours after taking Inner Defense. If you forget or cannot take Inner Defense with a meal, have a snack with plenty of healthy fat (nut butter, avocado, etc.).
- Parenting hack: For children, use a safety pin or needle to create a small hole in the gelcap, then gently squeeze and apply the contents along the spine or the bottom of the feet!
COMPANION PRODUCTS
TESTIMONIES
- I love this supplement so much! We don't take it every day but if we know we will be traveling or when we feel the slightest tickle or cold coming on we start popping them! Helps so much! - Stephanie H.
- This stuff is AMAZING!!!! - Leigh L.
- This is my favorite product - I always have this on hand for any time I have a cold or an upper respiratory infection. I don't take this everyday, but at the slightest hint that I could be getting sick it's the first thing I turn to! - Rena S.
- A staple in our house! - Sunny F.
- In my arsenal of supplements at all times. - Pamela U.
- We LOVE Inner Defense!! - Hannah E.
- I stock up on this every single month to be sure we have plenty on hand. We take it when we travel and I have an extra bottle in my bag in case something gets us down while we're away from home. We take it a lot in the fall and winter months to ward off any unwelcomed ick. - Carol R.
- It's the perfect immune boost!!! - Staci S.
- Inner defense is one thing I don't ever go without! - Desteni W.
- My husband started feeling bad so I convinced him to take Inner Defense. He's a huge believer now! - Katrina J.
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!
