Herbs that stop the flow of breast milk

Swollen breasts full of milk are very painful. All you want is relief. Hearing a baby cry on the television can make your milk drop. Seeing a baby commercial can make it drop. Shoot thinking about it can make it drop. There is some relief though that you can get from herbs to help stop the flow of breast milk.

One popular herb for helping your breast milk stop is jasmine. You can burn jasmine incense sticks and candles. You can apply wet jasmine leaves to your breasts. You can even drink some jasmine tea several times a day.

Another popular herb for helping your breast milk stop is sage. Just as with jasmine you can burn sage incense sticks and candles. You can apply wet sage leaves to the breasts. You can also use sage in food and in teas.

The third one that I recommend is peppermint. You want to breathe peppermint incense stick smoke. Also, you can take peppermint oil and add it to warm bath water or make warm water compresses with it. If you rub peppermint oil in the breast nipples it will help them with tenderness and help to stop the flow of breast milk.

Some popular herbs to use to stop breast milk flow are jasmine, sage and peppermint. Remember that everything should be done in moderation.

Aloe Vera gel

Aloe Vera gel has many great uses and it is all natural so one can feel good using it. I have a bottle of it in my home at all times. I keep it in my refrigerator so it is cold when I need it. But you do not have to store it there. It keeps perfectly well in the medicine cabinet as well and a bottle lasts for a long time.
You can use aloe vera get for a sunburn. It cools the skin and moisturizes very well so your skin will not peel as bad. I also use it if I burn my hand on the stove as it uses the same properties listed above.
I have also used it as a lotion to give my dry skin some badly needed moisture. I use it on my face as well to clean out my pores and moisturize without the oil. It works great doing this and I do not need to feel like my face is greasy.

Pureology Review for healthy hair

I won two full-sized bottles of Pureology hair care. One is a shampoo and the other is a conditioner. They are 100% vegan and come in biodegradable bottles. They are recycleable and are a company known for donating to human and environmental causes.

Many people only like using organic or natural products and this one fits the bill. It also leaves your hair very healthy, infusing it with botanical ingredients. I also really enjoy the smell. It’s sort of a flowery, warm scent that is invigorating in the shower!

The bottle I won is designed for dandruff control, as well as preserving color. I think it did an effective job at preventing dandruff and leaving my hair light and clean, which I like. The only downside is it is probably pretty expensive. It is only sold in salons and I’ve heard each bottle costs $30! That is outrageous but if you’re into organic ingredients that are good for your hair and good to the environment, then Pureology hair care products are perfect for you.

7th month of Pregnancy

I am on my third trimester now. I’m excited with the coming of my baby. My doctor inject me an anti-Hepatitis B for my protection and for my baby as well. She also advised me to continue my pre-natal vitamins. I was also prescribed to have an ultrasound because I have a low lying placenta. Still, my appetite in eating is good. I read some books stated that babies at third trimester are fully develop and now, shedding fats or muscle. My baby’s movement is frequent. Sometimes I have contractions but my doctor said that its normal if I feel tired or stressed. I also have stretchmarks on my belly. Applying lotion is now my routine every morning and evening. At this stage, my worry of giving birth increases. A choice of normal and ceasarian still an option. But above all, the health of my baby should be the first priority.

Fruit Chat

Seasonal veggies and fruits help you ban the oil!

Strawberries: Make a mush of berries and aplly to the face. Acts a natural scrubber.

Tomatoes: Take refrigerated raw tomato halves and apply to the skin after cleansing. Tomato has natural Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs).

Watermelons: Don’t throw away watermelon peels. Refrigerate them and rub on your cleansed face. Shrinks pores and reduces oiliness.

Papayas: Papaya paste works wonders for sticky skin.

Cucumbers: Blend cucumber and mint in a blender and set to freeze in an ice-tray. Rub these cubes on your face after cleansing for a rejuvenated skun. Ah bliss!

How to soothe tired feet?

a) If you have the time and inclination, you can bathe your feet in a small bath of salt with a few drops of essential oil added to it. This will work wonders

b) It is also beneficial if someone can massage your feet but you can easily do it yourself as well. Make it simple and easy.

c) If your room temperature is too hot or too cold, try to make it more comfortable by removing excess clothing or covering yourself with a blanket etc.

d) A quick shower before resting can help you to cool down or warm up also.

Aromatherapy on the Go

Alternative health is becoming increasingly popular. Stop and think about all the time that you spend in your car on a daily basis. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could enjoy aromatherapy while you drove around for errands and vacations?

One way to enjoy aromatherapy is to put a gel scent in your car that is invigorating and revitalizing. You can use scents that make you alert and feel energized such as citrus or cinnamon. Put the gel in the car and uncap the night before to feel invigorated on the way to work.

Cap the gel after you get in the car. At lunch, pull out the lavender, jasmine or chamomile gel and uncap it. When you are done with work, you will have a nice relaxing and soothing scent to help you unwind on your commute home from work.

Scents affect mood. They help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. It’s a simple way of enhancing your day while on the go.

Natural Herbal Oil

a) Some herbs can be used dried, like cinnamon, but for the most part, dried herbs lose their essential oils.

b) White willow bark may need to be soaked in water first, left in the oil longer, and/or used as freshly as possible.

c) Experiment with mixes. Fill the jar with a mix of chamomile, vanilla and lavender to ensure pleasant sleep.

d) In the fall try using rosemary which also has astringent and healing properties as well.

e) Mix vanilla and cinnamon to fill your kitchen with cooking scents.

f) In the summer pick or purchase mint to make a refreshing oil.

The Potency of Lavender

Every year, I make sure that along side of my garden, I have lavender, basil and mint.  Of course, the basil and mint are great for cooking, and make a complete difference with taste and health.  But lavender, has a unique herbal remedy all of it’s own.

Lavender is an ancient remedy that is still very popular today in helping those who need some better living.  It’s most potent ability is with the ability to help you relax.  If you are taking a bath, want a relaxing atmosphere or can’t sleep, lavender is your natural answer.  It can do wonders for your life and your ability to relax, depending on how it is prepared.

If you want to go past the soothing ingredients of lavender, you can also look at how it helps your health.  Often times, the lavender will be placed with oils, balms or even perfume.  This can be used to help the skin to improve or just to help you smell better.  As an oil, it can also be used on your skin to soothe insect bites or inflammation on the skin.

Take it even a step further - you can use lavender for headaches.  Or, if you want your house to smell good and want a great natural way to get it there - you can use lavender to disinfect the rooms you are in.  This was a popular method that was used in World War II when there was a lack of supplies to treat soldiers.  And, it worked well.

So, whatever your reason, it is the season to add lavender into your health list.  If you can’t plant a lavender plant in your yard, definitely take the time to find some natural lavender around the corner so that you can enjoy the many benefits that it can add into a healthy lifestyle.

The Best Flower Remedy Books

A lot of joy comes from flowers. They invoke smiles and represent friendship, good tidings and love. More importantly, flowers have the power to heal. Dried marigold can treat coughs while St. John’s wort is used to treat depression. One day, a friend gave me a book about flower remedies. While reading through the first pages I was astounded by the wide array of emotional conditions the remedies were known to fix. I quickly tried the California wild rose mixture for my lethargic feelings, and to my chagrin it worked!

The Encyclopedia of Bach Flower Therapy by Mechthild Scheffer

This encyclopedia is magnificent for the beginner as well as the expert. It serves as a reference book and explains the use and purpose of each antidote. The first documented flower remedies were developed in the 1930s by Edward Bach. Since then, several books have been adapted from his original ideas. Scheffer turns old concepts into contemporary advice by detailing the healing qualities of different flower mixtures. The focal point is soul-healing with guidance on how readers can help others through flower therapy.

The New Encyclopedia of Flower Remedies, the Definitive Practical Guide to All Flower Remedies, Their Making and Uses by Clare Harvey

When I first began using flower remedies I was surprised by the emotional symptoms the remedies claimed to heal. How could a flower help cure emotions such as jealousy, possessiveness, and rage? I really thought these concoctions were nothing but a scam, but after using flower remedies for as little as a few weeks, my mind was changed and I was a believer. The New Encyclopedia of Flower Remedies helped open my eyes to something I was fairly skeptical of. Out of the 2,000 therapies presented, I found a handful of them which I currently use on a regular basis. The Ailment Chart comes in handy when I need to discern what flowers are used for which remedy.

The Flower Remedy Book, a Comprehensive Guide to Over 700 Flowers by Jeffrey G. Shapiro.

This comprehensive guide is filled with an immeasurable amount of information. The first section explains the history of flower remedies while the second explains how to properly make and use them. Shapiro shares testimonials of people who have found success with different flower and mixtures. Relief from common ailments such as irritability, lethargy and soreness are shared with the reader.

Bloom, Using Flower Essences for Personal Development and Spiritual Growth by Stefan Ball

While exploring different books, I found this one very rewarding. Bloom intertwines flower therapy with personal development and growth. Flower remedies are not confined to healing emotional discomfort alone. They are connected to age-old spiritual philosophies and beliefs. Individuals have the capability to use flowers as the stepping stone to figuring out deeper seeded issues. Easy to read and easy to follow, Using Flower Essences for Personal Development will leave you enriched instead of leaving you in the dust.

Many people are skeptical of flower remedies, but I say it is worth the try. Like herbs, flowers are known to help and heal a wide array of ailments. Although flowers have been connected to medicine since the beginning of time, these are some new books available to inspire and enlighten.

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