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2) Essential Oil Quality & Purity

Below is a string of communication about the quality and purity of Young Living’s oils.

What is unique about Young Living’s oils is beyond labeling. You will come across many oils in stores or on the web that claim to be organic or wild crafted. But what does that really mean in relation to both purity and quality?

Check out the information below to find out why Young Living’s oils have revolutionized the essential oil industry in North America and set the standard for therapeutic-grade.

QUESTION:

TO MARC SCHRUEDER (corporate office) FROM DISTRIBUTOR JOAN APTER

I asked Marc Schrueder to send me something written about the young living purity standards, in response to someone who wondered why the words “organic” were not on the label. As usual, Marc is succinct and to the point! All the best, Joan Apter

ANSWER:

FROM MARC SCHREUDER, Young Living corporate:

(Marc is a master researcher and veritable walking encyclopedia. He has been working with Gary Young for many years.)

The Young Living therapeutic-grade standard goes beyond organic in purity, scope, and potency. Young Living applauds the ever-growing demand for goods prepared using organic, sustainable, and "green" growing practices.

We have long championed cutting-edge natural, organic and low-impact farming and manufacturing methods (i.e. returning distilled compost and bioactivity to our fields). These methods are essential in our efforts to produce pure essential oils free from contaminants often introduced by chemical pesticides, fertilizers, etc.

On the other hand, we have found that "certified organic" does not guarantee that a plant and the oil it produces will be totally free from problems nor that it will meet our standards.

It's the sad state of the world that even the best organic farms can be contaminated by toxins, like heavy metals, already in the soil and those still being introduced by polluted air and water.

In our experience what ensures 100 percent purity is our own comprehensive, rigorous, and expert analysis of the finished oil.

We would prefer to skip these costly measures and trust a governmental agency to guarantee purity, but it wouldn't be prudent to leave something so important in less experienced hands.

Furthermore, for Young Living's therapeutic-grade standard, freedom from toxins, heavy metals, and chemicals is just the beginning.

Equally important is an oil's optimal therapeutic profile of beneficial phytochemicals, antioxidants, and other constituents.

Our focus on activity and results is what guarantees our customers the bioactivity, potency, and living energy whereon we have built our unrivaled reputation.

Sometimes we utilize herbs that are "certified organic," but as often as not we must include herbs that do not and can not fit in the current scope of this standard.

Sometimes the best herbs are cultivated in climates and countries where organic certification is still decades away, such as frankincense.

Sometimes the best herbs aren't farmed but achieve their optimal potency growing in the wild for example Palo Santo.

The Young Living therapeutic-grade standard embraces all of these opportunities which is why we remain convinced that we go beyond all existing world standards-- including organic.

COMMENT FROM NANCY SANDERSON:

One of Young Living’s defining attributes is that they take quality so seriously that they actually own and operate their own farms and steam extraction equipment.

They have operations on three continents, including Europe, South America, and North America that produce the finest essential oils on earth. Again, no other vendor is more fanatical on quality.

Every year, Gary and YL staff travel across the world to personally inspect essential oil distilleries and herb cultivation to ensure the highest medicinal quality.

A little known fact is that Young Living rejects 72 percent of all essential oils received for analysis. These oils are found to be extended, adulterated, or sub-therapeutic. It is a sad fact that all of these rejected oils will eventually be sold and marketed by other less discerning buyers at a lower price.

God Bless,

Nancy Sanderson

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3)Various Impressive Testimonials Compiled by Barbara Rozen

Contents:

• Toe Fungus
• Staph
• Strep
• Frankincense and the Lungs
• Uterine Cancer
• Bi-Polar

Hello Everyone,

The following six testimonials, originally compiled and distributed by Young Living distributor Kathy Kouwe, are pointed reminders of the powerful and often delightfully surprising effects of Young Living’s oils.

The key is to find the oils that speak to you and then use them religiously – a drop here and a sprinkle there just don’t bring desired results. If something isn’t working, try something else.

Having a copy of the Essential Oils Desk Reference will give you the knowledge to choose oils and combinations wisely. The most inexpensive way to get the latest version (4th edition) of this book is from amazon.com, where it is offered at the discounted price of $39.95 (save $10) plus free shipping with Amazon Prime. Check out our book recommendations and order here.
While these stories are very inspiring, I also want to reiterate Kathy’s disclaimer that the testimonials below are not a substitute for seeking qualified professional health services. Everyone is different and what seems to be a miracle for one person may not produce results for another.

Warm regards, Barbara

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From: Kathy Kouwe

This information is for educational purposes only and is meant to be shared with those seeking non-toxic, chemical-free health products. It is not meant to substitute for medical care or to prescribe treatment for any health condition. All readers should do their own research and draw their own conclusions.

Below are some stories you may find interesting and helpful to encourage people you know. As we all strive to keep our immune systems strong through the winter cold months, let's remember what a gift these oils are for more serious things as well. · toe fungus "I had benefits where I did not expect it." · staph From the voice of "Fox News"..."within three days infection completely disappeared." · strep throat "after just a day and a half, the pus balls on his throat were gone." · pneumonia "Frankincense is my most prized oil and the one I always have with me!" · uterine cancer "...my doctor, he told me that the cancer cells were all gone." · bi-polar "I have reduced the number of anti-depressant pills I take daily and my depression is so much better."

1.TOE FUNGUS: A friend had toenail fungus for several years, which was getting worse year by year. She was getting scared she would lose her toenail, because it was getting white and crumbly. In December she received her 12 ancient oils and started using them. The nice smelling ones she used on her shoulders and the not so nice smelling ones on her feet. 2 on the shoulders and 2 on the feet morning and night alternating the oils until she used up all 12. In January she noticed her fungus had disappeared. This week she went to her regular person who looks after her feet and corns. He could see no signs of fungus in any of her toes. Cassia, Spikenard and Myrrh are anti fungal. She just used all the oils and had benefits where she did not expect it. She was not concentrating on the toe nail, she just wanted to use the oils. Hope this helps. Have a great day

Paulette

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2. STAPH: I wanted to tell you about David...David's story is interesting... He's the professional "voice" for Fox Sports, as well as the voice behind several other characters. But his story really starts with a severe staph (pronounced "staff") infection that he suffered with for several years... Staph is medical quick speak for staphylococcus aureus bacteria. This pesky little bacterium is very common (many people have some living on their skin all the time), but when it enters the human body, usually through an open cut or break in the skin, it can cause infection and trouble anywhere in the body. This nasty infection can appear in several different forms, including;

* Folliculitis infections often where people shave or from skin rubbing against clothes

* Boils that often occur on the face or neck

* Sties (follicle infections surrounding the eyelashes) causing a sore red bump in the eyelid

* Abscesses that can occur in the skin and in any other organ

* And impetigo, which causes blisters and red scabby skin (kids often get this around their mouths and noses).

Here is the worst part --- drug-resistant versions of the bacteria are becoming quite common. Such was the case for David. He had been put on several different antibiotics to no avail, and suffered with the infection for several years. Then one day, a lady on our team met with David. On hearing about the trouble she brought him a small vial of Frankincense and showed him how to use it. Within 3 days the infection completely disappeared. David's story is just one example of many stories we have experienced within our Team at Marketing Scents. Can you imagine how you would feel if you were able to help someone just like we were able to help David? I can tell you this, it's a wonderful feeling!

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3. STREP: My 15 year old son just got over strep throat and "mono sites in his blood" according to the doctor's diagnosis. I refused to fill the antibiotic rx he gave me but instead gave my son 12 drops thieves, 6 oregano, 2 frankincense in the 00 caps 3 times a day, rubbed thieves on his throat and made a spray of thieves and distilled water to spray down his throat...and also rubbed thyme, oregano and thieves on his feet. After just a day and a half his pus balls were gone...and his throat was feeling better! I also ordered the Immunetune caps and immupower oil and gave that to him once a day along with lots of water...he is back to school and doing great! We also make a big deal out of taking the Ningxia Red Juice with dinner...put it into stemwear glasses and my teens love it! I love these oils! Yours in better health, Jacqueline Osinski

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4. FRANKINCENSE AND THE LUNGS:

Before my Frankincense days began, I was using a nebulizer with toxic medication two to three times a day, and was so dependent on it that it went with me everywhere I went -- to the store, to church, to work.

Since December of 2003, I have been using frankincense religiously. I started putting frankincense on my chest before going to bed at night, and inhaling it and applying it anytime I started to cough or feel tightness in my chest.

It is now March, 2004, and my pulmonology test last week showed a 102% large airway lung capacity and 99% blood oxygen!

After several bouts with pneumonia, I had 90% scarring in one lung, so the doctors were amazed that this lung has "regenerated" itself to the point that most of the scar tissue is gone.

When they asked what I had been doing, I told them I changed my diet, used frankincense oil, and weaned myself from my medications. The looks on their faces were priceless - I went from being a beloved patient (after all, they did see me quite frequently) to "an alternative health weirdo" in about three seconds!

Frankincense is my most prized oil and the one I always have with me!

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5. UTERINE CANCER: Frankincense and Myrrh and other oils. I wanted to share the story of the mother of a good friend. She is just one of many friends and family who love Young Living oils. Take good care, Kimberly

I was diagnosed with cancer of the uterus in August 2003. I had two surgeries in September and November 2003.

I made the decision not to have chemotherapy or radiation because of what I saw several of my family members go through. I was experiencing excruciating pain and I had no energy. It was hard for me to fall asleep and hard to wake up. One day I prayed to God for help in overcoming the cancer and the pain. That night, I had a dream and when I woke up, I could not remember anything about the dream except the words "Frankincense and Myrrh".

For the next two days, my husband and I drove around trying to find Frankincense and Myrrh. We were able to find Frankincense incense but nothing more.

My son worked with Kimberly and he told her about what was going on with my health, and she asked if she could call and tell me about the oils. When Kimberly spoke with me about using the oils, she said that two of the oils I would be using included Frankincense and Myrrh, and I knew that they were God sent and it was like clockwork.

I began using the Young Living Oils in early December 2003. In addition to using the oils, I stopped eating meat, dairy products and processed foods. I eat a lot of fruits and vegetables and drink lots of water - no sodas or teas, just water. I use only olive oil to prepare my food.

Once I started with the oils I began feeling this warming sensation that soothed me. A few days later, I felt a pulsing vibration in my womb area that I had never felt before. I had been suffering from a terrible pain that felt like I was being stabbed across my pelvis, down to my mid-thigh region. Any kind of bending down or forward would trigger it. After two weeks of using the oils, that pain was gone and has not returned since.

In January 2004, I went to my doctor to have tests done to see what was happening with the cancer. The doctor used a scope to see if the cancer was progressing. Usually this procedure was very painful but during this visit - I was pain-free. Normally it takes one week for the test results to come back but this time it took two weeks. When I went in to discuss the test results with my doctor, he told me that the cancer cells were all gone.

I went in for a doctor's appointment in late March. After that examination, my doctor told me that I was clear of cancer and said that he would not have to see me again until next year for my regular check-up. I feel blessed because this whole situation reaffirmed to me that God answers prayers. All of the things that were used in the biblical times are still here for us, we just have to trust and believe that God has provided them for our use. Yes, modern medicine is good and it serves a purpose but it's not the answer in all cases. These plants and herbs that these oils come from were here long before modern medicine came on the scene, and I believe that they are here for a reason.

Felice Dames

The following is what Kimberly tells us the formula Felice used. I am delighted to share this information. Here is what Felice did.

She used Frankincense, Lavender, Myrrh and Geranium and followed the vaginal retention protocol in the EDR book. She used V-6 oil instead of Massage Oil base and had to add more V-6 oil at first because the blend was too strong. She also recommends sterilizing whatever is used to insert the oils. She used a plastic syringe that is normally used to give babies medicine, and then inserted a tampon to hold the oils in. She inserted the oils every night for a week and then used the oils two or three times per week. It took four months for her doctor to declare her "clear" from cancer.

She used: 15 drops frankincense 5 drops myrrh 6 drops geranium 6 drops lavender 1/2 oz Massage Oil Base

Oh, yes - diet is crucial. She ate no red meat, poultry, fish, dairy or filler foods like rice, pasta, breads. She ate as many fruits and vegetables as she wanted, seasoning them with a few spices and fresh lemon to replace salt. She drank only purified or spring water (not distilled.) She also made fresh fruit and vegetable juice.

When we first talked about how she would approach her oil protocol, I told her that if I were in her shoes, I would give my body the chance to heal itself by only eating foods that would give more than they took and were worthy of the energy that it takes to digest.

In addition to changing her diet, she began to walk for exercise, slowly at first as her energy came back, working up to three miles a day.

She also threw away her regular personal care products, and began using our Dentarome toothpaste and V-6 as a body lotion.

Two other things she shared with me. When she walked for exercise with her husband each day, she realized that she smelled like frankincense and the other oils. So much so that she was able to stop wearing deodorant (we think her diet helped with this as well.)

Her stretch marks from childbirth have closed up as well. She said that the stretch marks had been itching, just like they were when she first got them, but she didn't pay much attention until her husband noticed that they were knitting back together!

Aren't our Young Living oils extraordinary?

Kimberly

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6. BI-POLAR – Joy & Frankincense

I am bi-polar and have been on antidepressants for over 10 years. Since I started using Joy Essential Oil, I have reduced the number of anti-depressant pills I take daily and my depression is so much better. It's not gone, but I don't get so 'depressed', just sad and irritable. When I do I put a drop of Joy behind each ear and rub some on the back of my head. What's left I rub over my heart.

When I am feeling manic, I inhale Frankincense and put a drop on the top of my head and rub some on my forehead and the back of my head. It really calms me down. Sometimes I put one drop on the bottom of each big toe. This helps too.

Xena Goodman

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