Between staying active, managing a balanced diet, and running your day-to-day, it’s no surprise that you might not have time to add elaborate meal planning or two-a-day workouts to your to-do list. That’s where Slique CitraSlim™ comes in!

This naturally derived supplement is designed to help you burn fat and lose inches when you incorporate it into your healthy lifestyle.* CitraSlim’s formula takes advantage of powerful antioxidants and micronutrients to support lipolysis, the breakdown of fat into fatty acids. This helps you accelerate fat loss and fast-track your wellness goals.*

We felt so excited about the new product that we took it straight to our members. In September 2015, 120 Young Living members participated in a voluntary study** to assess feedback for the weight-management supplement. Check out the infographic below to see how participants felt after eight weeks of taking the supplement, upping their water intake, and making no other changes to their routines.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

**Performed by Janelle Pack, Young Living CFS Senior Food Scientist, and Varun Koneru, Young Living Senior Manager Food Scientist.

What are your favorite ways to manage your health and wellness goals? Tell us in the comments!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/slique-citraslim-study/

Using beautiful terra-cotta, these DIY essential oil ornament diffusers bring in a touch of nature to your décor and gift-giving, and we love that you can customize this activity for Christmas to any special event you’re celebrating. Caregivers and kids alike can get in on the fun of this easy craft that makes a perfect gift or DIY holiday décor—just complement it with your favorite holiday essential oil!

Supplies

• Terra-cotta air-dry clay
• Parchment paper
• Rolling pin
• Holiday cookie cutters
• Stamps for ceramics or clay
• Bamboo skewer
• Ribbon, twine, or other decorative string
• Essential oils—Christmas Spirit™, Cinnamon Bark, Frankincense, Pine, Clove, and Orange are great holiday oils!

Instructions

1. Spread out a length of parchment paper.
2. Roll the clay out until you’re satisfied with the thickness; we recommend ⅓ inch or thicker.
3. Cut the clay with cookie cutters.
4. Use stamps to make designs and oil wells in the ornaments.
5. Use the skewer to carefully poke holes through the ornaments to thread ribbon for hanging.
6. Let the ornaments air dry for 48 hours.
7. Thread the ribbon through the hole, add essential oil to the well and allow it to soak in, and then hang!

How would you use this DIY this season?

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/diy-essential-oil-ornament/

It’s beginning to look a lot like gift-giving season! Everywhere you go, you’re sure to find things that remind you of someone on your nice list. But just in case you want to skip right to the good stuff, we’ve put together a few things that you may want to add to your letter to Santa this year.

1. Bon Voyage Travel Pack

Perfect for the jetsetter in your life! Bon Voyage offers 10 Young Living personal care products in an attractive, custom bag. All products are TSA-compliant and are perfect for sharing your favorite products wherever you travel.

2. 2016 Wolfberry Tea Gift Set

Cold winter mornings just wouldn’t be the same without a warm mug of tea to start your day. That’s why this set comes complete with two exclusive mugs, a full 16-ounce bag of Organic Dried Wolfberries, and a recipe card of your soon-to-be-favorite tea.

3. Shutran^™ Beard Oil

If there’s a beardy man on your shopping list, this one’s just for him! Featuring the same scent and constituents of the original Shutran blend, this beard oil helps tame and condition even the gnarliest facial hair.

4. Essential Oils for Skin Care Set

Another gift set that was made for giving, this collection includes 5-ml bottles of Lavender, Tea Tree, and Frankincense essential oils, each of which are treasured for their skin-loving properties.

5. Christmas Spirit^™

Combining favorite scents of the season (Orange, Cinnamon Bark, and Spruce), Christmas Spirit instantly transforms your home into a winter wonderland when diffused. Don’t have a diffuser? You’ll love our Aria^™, Dewdrop^™, and Home diffusers so much that they might not even make it under the tree.

6.Thieves^® Mints

The spicy, invigorating taste of Thieves essential oil has never been easier to take on the go! When you’re rushing from party to party and from hug to hug, your breath will thank you for bringing these mints along for the ride.

7. KidScents^® Diffusers

The children in your life are going to light up when they see these fun diffusers under the tree, either Dino Land or Dolphin Reef! Both of these cool designs come with interchangeable covers, so you can switch them whenever you like.

8. YL Thermos and Peppermint Vitality^™

Is it too early to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions? If drinking more water and staying hydrated is on your goal list for 2017, get things started now with this Young Living-branded thermos, which includes a 5-ml bottle of Peppermint Vitality.

What are you asking Santa for this year? Let us know in the comments!  

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/eight-young-living-gifts-everyone-on-the-nice-list-deserves/

Ready to catch the spirit of the season? Jump-start your traditions with 12 ways to infuse your holidays this year, including instructions on how to make scented pine cones and even wassail with essential oils. From cuddling up around the fire to crafting with friends and family, you’ll find all of your favorite seasonal traditions, each infused with essential oils! Plus, we included a few brand-new essential oil blend recipes to fill your home with delicious holiday scents that are free of artificial and synthetic ingredients.

Whether you pick a few ideas or do them all, you’re sure to make the season a little brighter and maybe even find a new tradition for years to come!

Day 1: Make scented pine cones

Learn how to make scented pine cones with help from our DIY instructions. Click here to see the Facebook post and get started!

Day 2: Trim the tree

Decorate the tree with your favorite ornaments and add some extra holiday cheer by diffusing festive Christmas scents. Our new favorite? The DIY Holiday Cheer Blend, made from 3 drops Wintergreen, 3 drops Peppermint, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark, and 2 drops Orange.

Day 3: See the lights

Plug your USB Diffuser into your car and take your favorite Christmas oil blends with you when you drive around to look at holiday lights with your family. Try Christmas Spirit™, a YL seasonal favorite, to brighten everyone’s mood.

Day 4: Sip on a sweet treat

Try our lavender hot chocolate recipe and cozy up with a holiday movie while you drink it!

Day 5: Do something sweet

Make a holiday treat to share with friends or neighbors. Try our dark chocolate truffle recipe with gingerbread-inspired flavor—it is rich, chocolatey, and made with naturally derived ingredients!

Day 6: Get crafty

Make homemade gifts for the people you love and for yourself! Our homemade body butter recipe is perfect for the dry winter months.

Day 7: Make your own ornament

Spruce up your tree with one-of-a-kind DIY Christmas ornaments. Click here to see how to make your own essential oil-infused ornaments from terra cotta clay, cookie cutters, and your favorite essential oils!

Day 8: Play around with playdough

Learn how to make playdough with just two ingredients and make holiday-themed scenes and shapes such as a snowman or Christmas tree. Check out our blog post to see how!

Day 9: Gather around the fire

Snuggle up by the fire and diffuse holiday scents such as our Peaceful Holiday Blend, which has 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 4 drops Cedarwood, and 3 drops Pine.

Day 10: Host a festive feast

Take your holiday recipes for a test-drive and host a feast for friends and family. You can make it casual or formal, invite a few people or a group, cook it all yourself or go potluck. Whatever you do, look for a few new essential oil recipes, all featuring our Vitality™ oils, in our blog’s recipe section!

Day 11: Warm up with wassail

Don’t forget to make a holiday wassail for your annual ugly sweater party. Our wassail recipe with essential oils uses 6 cups apple cider, 2 cups pineapple juice, 5 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality™, 5 drops Tangerine Vitality™, 5 drops Clove Vitality™, 2 drops Ginger Vitality™, and 2 drops Nutmeg Vitality™. Simply stir all the ingredients together in a large pot on the stovetop and turn the heat to medium-high. Heat through and serve warm in your favorite festive mugs!

Day 12: Share your YL love

Give others the gift of Young Living with our adorable gift tag printables! Use them for stocking stuffers for the family or share them with friends to show you care.

Giveaway

UPDATE: Congratulations to our giveaway winner, Esther Bryan! Thank you to everyone who participated.

What are you most excited for this holiday season? Tell us in the comments below for a chance to win one (1) 5ml bottle of Cinnamon Bark Vitality™, (1) 5ml bottle of Tangerine Vitality™, (1) 5ml bottle of Clove Vitality™, (1) 5ml bottle of Ginger Vitality™, and (1) 5ml bottle of Nutmeg Vitality™! We will randomly select a winner on Wednesday, December 14. The retail value of these products is $85.53.

Giveaway rules:

• To enter, simply comment on this post.
• Contest ends at 11:59 p.m., MT, on Tuesday, December 13.
• One winner will be chosen at random and announced on the blog on Wednesday, December 14.
• Click here for the official rules.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/12-days-of-oil-infused-traditions-giveaway/

Cooking with essential oils is an easy way to add fresh flavor to sides and snacks, and this Mediterranean-inspired dish is no exception! Its cherry tomatoes, fresh garlic, feta cheese, and Vitality™ essential oils perfectly balance savory and salty flavors, so it’s sure to hit the spot when you’re craving something warm, tasty, and indulgent. Served on slices of toasted bread, this side is the perfect way to cozy up with family or friends around the dinner table or party spread. And the best part about essential oil recipes is how easy they are to whip up—but no one will ever guess how simple it is to make this decadent dish!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Baked Tomato and Feta Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 8–10 oz. block feta
• 2 drops Oregano Vitality™ essential oil
• 2 drops Basil Vitality™ essential oil
• Fresh oregano and basil to garnish
• Toasted pita or other crusty bread

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350⁰ F.
2. In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the block of feta in the middle of a medium, shallow baking dish. Place the tomato mixture on top and around the feta. Bake for 15 minutes or until the feta has softened and the tomatoes are fragrant.
4. Take the baking dish out of the oven and remove 1 tablespoon warm oil from the dish. Add Oregano Vitality and Basil Vitality to the warm olive oil and gently stir to combine. Pour the oil mixture over the warm tomatoes and feta.
5. Garnish with fresh oregano and basil leaves and serve warm with toasted bread.

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What are your favorite tips for baking with essential oils? Tell us in the comments below!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/baked-tomato-and-feta-recipe/

The holidays are here, and we couldn’t be more excited! Whether or not you get to go dashing through the snow or over the hills and through the woods, these essential oils are here to help you make the most of the holiday season.

Click here to learn more about how your order can qualify for these rewards, or shop now for these Young Living favorites. Try these fun new uses for these two oils, which can be yours for free with your qualifying order in December:

Orange Vitality

Concentrating the delicious citrus taste of fresh oranges, Orange Vitality^™ is a perfect complementary flavor to traditional holiday staples. Check out these fun new ways to include Orange Vitality in your dishes this year:

• Start your day off right by adding a drop each of Orange Vitality and Cinnamon Bark Vitality to your hot cereal.

• Add a drop or two to traditional baked goods, such as cookies, cinnamon rolls, and fruitcakes, to impart a wonderfully subtle citrus flavor.
• Include a drop of Orange Vitality in any recipe that calls for cranberries or chocolate to enhance and contrast the natural flavor.

Nutmeg

Nutmeg is one of the unsung heroes in the essential oil world! Typically used in conjunction with other assertive aromas such as Cinnamon Bark, Clove, and Ginger, Nutmeg brings a warmth and vibrancy that you shouldn’t overlook.

• Reinvigorate potpourri in your home by adding a drop each of Nutmeg, Lavender, and Tangerine essential oils.
• Diffuse Nutmeg by itself or with Orange essential oil to invite a sense of peace and togetherness in your home.
• Keep winter boots smelling fresh all season long by spritzing them with water infused with a drop each of Nutmeg and Peppermint.

Which oils do you associate with the holidays? Share with us in the comments!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/tis-the-season-for-exclusive-holiday-inspired-rewards/

Raising kids can be a challenge. Fortunately, Young Living is here to make the job a little easier. Parents around the world rely on Young Living products to help give their kids the TLC they need, including our own Young Living employees! We sat down with six of these in-house experts to find out about their tried-and-true YL favorites for kids.

Lyndi Smith, Vice President of Global Marketing

Mother of daughter age 5

“My daughter downs NingXia Red® 2-oz. singles daily! She says they taste like flowers, which must be a good thing because she always asks for seconds. She enjoys them the most when they’re frozen. It’s like a slushy but without all of the artificial colors and excess sugar. It’s a treat I can feel great about giving her and that she adores eating! As any parent knows, those can be hard to come by.”

Erin Stewart, Senior Editor

Mother of daughters ages 6 and 2

“Using Thieves^® essential oil blend has become a ritual in our home. With a daughter in first grade and the other in day care, I don’t take any chances when it comes to prepping them for their day. For our family, that includes rubbing a few drops of Thieves on their feet before they leave the house. They love the way it smells, and I love knowing that Thieves is with them wherever they go.”

Brady Crump, Online Marketing Specialist

Father of sons ages 3 and 18 months

“Before KidScents^® Slique Toothpaste, brushing teeth was a big struggle in our house. Now the kids are often the ones to remind us that it’s ‘time to scrub off those sugar bugs.’ I love giving them a non-fluoride toothpaste, and they love that it’s special just for them and also tastes great. We usually have 3–4 types of toothpaste in our house at any given time, but the kids make sure that only KidScents touches their toothbrushes. If for some reason we run out, there are always lots of tears, so we make sure to keep the pantry well stocked.”

Shane Smith, Senior Director of Content Marketing and Communications

Father of sons ages 6 and 3

“My six-year-old has a Dino Land Ultrasonic Diffuser, and my three-year-old has a Dolphin Reef Ultrasonic Diffuser. Every night before bed, they ask me to ‘turn on the smoke.’ Their favorite essential oils to diffuse are Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, and Thieves^®. I always get a kick out of how meticulous they are about picking which oil to diffuse. They love to carefully examine each bottle, smell the oils, and tell me why they want to diffuse whichever one they pick: ‘I want Lemon because the sun was out all day,’ or ‘I want Peppermint because my teacher gave me a candy cane.’ The YL kid’s diffusers help make bedtime fun for them and easy for me!”

Eli Adams, Global Search Marketing Manager

Father of daughters ages 5, 3, and 2 and son age 6 months

“We often use a DIY essential oil ‘brave spray’ of Lavender, Rose, and water to help us get through tough moments at our house. When our five-year-old has a big mess to clean up or we’re trying to potty train our two-year-old, we let them use the brave spray for a comforting scent that offers a little boost of courage. The brave spray always comes out before bedtime. The kiddos spray it in their closets, under their beds, and even in the cracks between the floor boards—any place a monster might be hiding. The ritual of the brave spray helps them overcome their fears, and the floral smell helps them have happy thoughts.”

Travis Rasmussen, Marketing Asset Manager

Father of daughters ages 11 and 1 and sons ages 13, 8, and 4

“Gary’s True Grit™ NingXia Berry Syrup helps my family start the day off right. We add it to our morning spinach berry smoothies for just a touch of extra sweetness that the kids can’t get enough of. They also love it on top of whole-wheat pancakes or waffles and in their oatmeal. It’s a great alternative to typical ultra-processed, corn syrup-based options that come from the grocery store, and it even provides the benefits of essentials oils and fruit extracts!”

Giveaway

UPDATE: Congratulations to our giveaway winner, Lacey Bogart! Thank you to everyone who participated.

What Young Living products do you and your children love? Share with us in the comments below for a chance to win one (1) 15ml bottle of Lavender, one (1) 15ml bottle of Thieves^®, and one (1) 15ml bottle of Peppermint! We will randomly select a winner on Wednesday, December 7. The retail value of these products is $103.62.

Giveaway rules:

• To enter, simply comment on this post.
• Contest ends at 11:59 p.m., MT, on Tuesday, December 6.
• One winner will be chosen at random and announced on the blog on Wednesday, December 7.
• Click here for the official rules.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/yl-essentials-for-kids-giveaway/

Of all the perfect culinary pairings in the world, cinnamon and fruit might just be our favorite! With a few easy ingredients and five minutes, you’ve got a perfectly spiced dip that’s ready for serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Yield: 1¾ cups

Ingredients

• ½ cup nut butter of your choice
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1–2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality™ essential oil

Instructions

1. Mix the honey and nut butter together in a small bowl.
2. Add the yogurt and Cinnamon Bark Vitality and whisk to combine.
3. Dip your favorite fruits! Apples, bananas, and strawberries pair beautifully.

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For more great recipe ideas, click the Recipes link at the top of the page.

What’s your favorite fruit to pair with a great dip? Let us know in the comments below!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/simply-delicious-cinnamon-fruit-dip-recipe/

Product Links:

Organic Dried Wolfberries

NingXia Zyng®

NingXia NITRO®

NingXia Red®

What are your favorite ways to bring the wellness power of wolfberries into your life? Let us know in the comments below!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/all-about-wolfberries/

Everyday pressure can come from any part of your life—work, relationships, errands, school. This means that people from every walk of life look to better understand how to be happy and how to handle daily ups and downs. Naturally, Young Living believes that essential oils are part of the solution! We love to use empowering essential oils and calming techniques to find harmony in the many situations adults and children face every day. Find your best strategy with help from our favorite oils and tricks!

Before you jump into our tips, get a refresher on the best ways to use essential oils. Some of our easiest usage tips for topical and aromatic oils include:

• Gently rubbing oil between your hands and taking deep breaths while cupping your hands close to your nose.
• Applying oil to the nape of your neck or to pulse points, such as your wrists or temples.
• Diffusing oil in your space, whether at home, in the office, or in the car.
• Placing a few drops on a tissue or cloth and using for inhalation.

Feeling irritable?

Hit every red light on your morning commute? Find a passive-aggressive email in your inbox? Some days it feels like nothing is going right, and other days you simply wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Whatever the source of your frustration, take a minute to refocus and realign with these ideas.

Our favorite oils for irritability:

• Stress Away™: Unwind with this relaxing and comforting aroma.
• Forgiveness™: Forgive yourself and others with a scent that invites you to release negative emotions.
• Release™: Let go of anger and frustration and promote balance with this rich, grounding aroma.

Try it yourself—use your favorite essential oil usage technique and try one of the suggestions below:

• Give yourself a 10-minute “time out” to wind down and refocus.
• Call a close friend or family member and talk it out.
• Take care of your basic needs. A quick nap or snack can do wonders when it comes to moodiness from lack of sleep or food.
• Get away for a minute with a book break, nature walk, or dance session with your favorite jam.
• Practice a positive affirmation: I am loving and forgiving.

Feeling stuck?

Some days you just don’t feel like yourself. Whether you know the cause—an unexpected breakup or unresolved argument—or you’re simply stuck in a rut, being proactive about your feelings can help you take control. Try on some of the suggestions below and speak with a trusted friend to work through your emotions.

Our favorite oils for feeling stuck:

• Sacred Mountain™: Promote feelings of strength, empowerment, grounding, and protection with this earthy aroma.
• Tangerine or Grapefruit: Uplift your day with a bright, cheery aroma.
• Hope™: Restore your faith and reconnect with strength and stability with grounding aroma.

Try it yourself—use your favorite usage technique and try one of the suggestions below:

• Focus on your self-care. Check out our printable self-care calendar and update the days to fit the current month.
• Give yourself a treat with a relaxing night in.
• Write it out. Journal about your feelings, create a gratitude list, or write a thoughtful card to someone you’re grateful for.
• Practice a positive affirmation: I choose and deserve to be happy.

Feeling overwhelmed?

Between bills to pay, permission slips to sign, cupboards to fill, and texts to respond to, it’s no surprise you sometimes feel like there are too many tabs open in your computer and in your mind. In the midst of the chaos, take a moment to center your life with the ideas below.

Our favorite oils for feeling overwhelmed:

• Transformation™: Surround yourself with a scent that helps you replace negative beliefs with uplifting thoughts.
• Peace Calming II™: Harness your positive energy with this relaxing and comforting aroma.
• Grounding™: Diffuse this scent to enhance spirituality or encourage feelings of clarity.

Try it yourself—use your favorite usage technique and try one of the suggestions below:

• Focus on mindfulness and the present moment with a breathing exercise.
• Practice the art of delegation.
• Remember to let yourself say “no” to some things.
• Prioritize your to-do list. Once you know what’s most important, you’ll feel empowered to get started.
• Practice a positive affirmation: I let go of feeling overwhelmed so I can see clearly.

What’s your favorite oil or practice that helps you manage your day? Let us know in the comments below!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/reset-your-mindset-handling-the-hustle/