Pets: getting healthier with Essential Oils

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Have you watched that episode of "The Dog Whisperer" where Cesar Millán instantly soothed a stressed animal with therapeutic-grade essential oil of lavender?

It was not so unusual, as animal lovers adopt healthier lifestyles they are also seeking for holistic, natural alternatives for their animal companions so essential oils are an exciting way for everyone in the household, including pets, to achieve a greater well-being.  

Essential oils and pets, 3 excellent reasons

The first is that therapeutic properties of plants are a fabulous resource for all living creatures, and these properties are found in its essential oils in greater quantity and quality.

The second is that, although the human sense of smell is important, this faculty is even greater in animals. A research published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science In 2013 gives an example of this; horses with high heart rate due to stress were divided into two groups. One of the groups was exposed, using a diffuser, to the scent of lavender essential oil, whereas the other was exposed to only humidified air. The group where lavender was used, resulted in a much faster recovery from stress.

And the third reason is the overload of various chemicals due to the using of grooming products as well as products to protect their health and even in their medicines. This is the case of dogs and their problems with mites, fleas and ticks; pets often develop high resistance to these synthetic components, which also tend to provoke negative side effects.

In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency EPA has been warning about an increase in the report of adverse reactions to topical anti flea and tick products, including skin irritations, vomiting and seizures.

The good news is that more and more veterinary research scientists are certifying the enormous potential of essential oils to address this situation.

There is plenty of scientific research published. One of these appeared in 2014 in the Journal of Medical Mycology, revealing that a blend of essential oils of lavender, orange, oregano, marjoram, peppermint and helichrysum combined with coconut and almond oils, and administered for a month in dogs with the fungal infection called Malassezia dermatitis, produced the same improvement and for the same period of time, on dogs from another group treated with conventional drugs.

Suggestions and tips that can help

Use only oils 100% reliable, without foreign or harmful substances, that is to say use only therapeutic-grade essential oils.

Animals respond faster to the action of the oils so be careful and prudent, take a step-by-step approach and from less to more. One or two drops at a time are enough for most pets but always take into account the size of the animal.

When choosing the oil, consider that cats and dogs are always licking themselves so it will be safer if the oil is suitable for consumption.

Note that there are differences between races and even within them since each animal is unique. If your pet refuses a particular oil, do not force him, it can cause rejection to all essential oils.

It is recommended to use base oil such as coconut especially when used in large areas of the body of the pet; it is also desirable to dilute essential oils for small animals, like cats. Never dilute essential oils in water.

Cats: You must be extremely careful, because they are even more sensitive to oils and also their aromas, so you'd better consult previously and do not exaggerate, not even with the aromatic diffusers. Never use oils of melaleuca (tea tree), or eucalyptus, unless a veterinarian experienced in oils recommends so.

Dogs: for flea use lemongrass oil, adding one or two drops to the shampoo. For ticks, a purifying mix with lemon, lime, pine, citronella, melaleuca and cilantro, placing a drop of mixture directly onto the tick, or diluting it first and then applying it to the wound. For dermatitis, use melaleuca topically. And at the end of a hot, long walk, put 1 drop of peppermint oil in the water, it will cool him off quickly.

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Mascotas: más saludables con Aceites Esenciales

​¿Viste aquel capítulo de "El encantador de perros", donde César Millán calmaba instantáneamente un animal estresado, con aceite esencial de grado terapéutico de lavanda?

No fue extraño, quienes amamos a los animales, mientras adoptamos estilos de vida sana,  buscamos también alternativas naturales y holísticas para nuestros compañeros animales: los aceites esenciales son una emocionante vía para que todos en el hogar  -mascotas incluidas-  alcancemos mayor bienestar.

Aceites esenciales y mascotas, 3 excelentes razones

La primera es que las propiedades terapéuticas de las plantas son un recurso fabuloso para todo ser vivo, y es en los aceites esenciales donde se encuentran en mayor cantidad y calidad.

La segunda es que, aunque en los humanos el sentido del olfato tiene importancia, en los animales mucho más. En 2013 se publicó en el Journal of Equine Veterinary Science una investigación que da un ejemplo: caballos con alta frecuencia cardíaca por estrés fueron divididos en dos grupos, mediante un difusor se expuso a un grupo al aroma de aceite esencial de lavanda, mientras que con el otro sólo se empleó aire humidificado, produciéndose una recuperación del estrés mucho más rápida en los que se usó lavanda.

Y la tercera razón es la sobrecarga de los animales con diversos químicos en productos para su aseo, para proteger su salud, e incluso en sus medicinas.  Es el caso de los perros y sus problemas con ácaros, pulgas y garrapatas; muchas veces desarrollan resistencia a esos componentes sintéticos, que para colmo suelen provocarles efectos colaterales negativos.

En los Estados Unidos la agencia de protección ambiental EPA ha venido advirtiendo un aumento de informes de reacciones adversas por productos tópicos contra pulgas y garrapatas, incluyendo irritaciones de piel, vómitos y convulsiones.

La buena noticia es que cada vez más investigadores científicos veterinarios están certificando el enorme potencial de los aceites esenciales para enfrentar esto.

Hay mucha investigación científica publicada, una de ellas apareció en 2014 en el Journal of Medical Mycology, revelando que una mezcla de aceites esenciales de lavanda, naranja, orégano, mejorana, menta y helicriso, combinada con aceites de coco y de almendras, y administrada por un mes en perros con la infección fúngica llamada dermatitis por Malassezia, produjo la misma mejoría   -por el mismo período de tiempo-   que la experimentada por perros de otro grupo, tratados con medicamentos convencionales.

Sugerencias y tips que pueden ayudarte

Utiliza únicamente aceites 100% confiables, sin sustancias extrañas o dañinas, es decir,  emplea sólo aceites esenciales de grado terapéutico.

Los animales responden más rápido a la acción de los aceites que nosotros, por eso conviene ser cuidadosos y prudentes, ir paso a paso y de menos a más.  Una o dos gotas por vez son suficientes para la mayoría de mascotas, y en cuanto a cantidad debes considerar siempre el tamaño del animal.

Al elegir un aceite, toma en cuenta que perros y gatos siempre se lamen, así que irás más seguro si ese aceite es apto para ingerirse.

Toma en cuenta que hay diferencias entre razas, y aún dentro de ellas cada animal es particular.  Si tu mascota rechaza un aceite determinado no lo obligues, puedes provocar rechazo a todos los aceites esenciales.

Sobre todo cuando se emplea en áreas grandes del cuerpo de la mascota, se recomienda  un aceite portador como el de coco; también es conveniente para diluir los aceites esenciales para animales pequeños, como gatos. Nunca diluyas los aceites esenciales en agua

Gatos: debes extremar los cuidados, porque son aún más sensibles a los aceites y también a sus aromas, así que preferiblemente asesórate bien antes y no exageres, ni siquiera con los difusores aromáticos. Nunca uses en gatos los aceites de melaleuca (árbol de té), ni de eucalipto, a menos que un veterinario bien experimentado con los aceites esté a cargo.

Perros: para pulgas emplea aceite de limoncillo, agregando 1 o 2 gotas a su champú.  Para garrapatas, una mezcla purificante con limón, lima, pino, citronela, melaleuca y cilantro, poniendo una gota de mezcla directamente en la garrapata, o diluyendo y aplicando luego en la herida.  En dermatitis, utiliza melaleuca en forma tópica.  Y al terminar una caminata larga y calurosa, pon 1 gota de aceite de menta en su agua, para refrescarlo rápidamente.

 

Pets: getting healthier with Essential Oils

​

Have you watched that episode of "The Dog Whisperer" where Cesar Millán instantly soothed a stressed animal with therapeutic-grade essential oil of lavender?

It was not so unusual, as animal lovers adopt healthier lifestyles they are also seeking for holistic, natural alternatives for their animal companions so essential oils are an exciting way for everyone in the household, including pets, to achieve a greater well-being.  

Essential oils and pets, 3 excellent reasons

The first is that therapeutic properties of plants are a fabulous resource for all living creatures, and these properties are found in its essential oils in greater quantity and quality.

The second is that, although the human sense of smell is important, this faculty is even greater in animals. A research published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science In 2013 gives an example of this; horses with high heart rate due to stress were divided into two groups. One of the groups was exposed, using a diffuser, to the scent of lavender essential oil, whereas the other was exposed to only humidified air. The group where lavender was used, resulted in a much faster recovery from stress.

And the third reason is the overload of various chemicals due to the using of grooming products as well as products to protect their health and even in their medicines. This is the case of dogs and their problems with mites, fleas and ticks; pets often develop high resistance to these synthetic components, which also tend to provoke negative side effects.

In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency EPA has been warning about an increase in the report of adverse reactions to topical anti flea and tick products, including skin irritations, vomiting and seizures.

The good news is that more and more veterinary research scientists are certifying the enormous potential of essential oils to address this situation.

There is plenty of scientific research published. One of these appeared in 2014 in the Journal of Medical Mycology, revealing that a blend of essential oils of lavender, orange, oregano, marjoram, peppermint and helichrysum combined with coconut and almond oils, and administered for a month in dogs with the fungal infection called Malassezia dermatitis, produced the same improvement and for the same period of time, on dogs from another group treated with conventional drugs.

Suggestions and tips that can help

Use only oils 100% reliable, without foreign or harmful substances, that is to say use only therapeutic-grade essential oils.

Animals respond faster to the action of the oils so be careful and prudent, take a step-by-step approach and from less to more. One or two drops at a time are enough for most pets but always take into account the size of the animal.

When choosing the oil, consider that cats and dogs are always licking themselves so it will be safer if the oil is suitable for consumption.

Note that there are differences between races and even within them since each animal is unique. If your pet refuses a particular oil, do not force him, it can cause rejection to all essential oils.

It is recommended to use base oil such as coconut especially when used in large areas of the body of the pet; it is also desirable to dilute essential oils for small animals, like cats. Never dilute essential oils in water

Cats: You must be extremely careful, because they are even more sensitive to oils and also their aromas, so you'd better consult previously and do not exaggerate, not even with the aromatic diffusers. Never use oils of melaleuca (tea tree), or eucalyptus, unless a veterinarian experienced in oils recommends so.

Dogs: for flea use lemongrass oil, adding one or two drops to the shampoo. For ticks, a purifying mix with lemon, lime, pine, citronella, melaleuca and cilantro, placing a drop of mixture directly onto the tick, or diluting it first and then applying it to the wound. For dermatitis, use melaleuca topically. And at the end of a hot, long walk, put 1 drop of peppermint oil in the water, it will cool him off quickly.

 

 

Something Essential would be great in your kitchen...

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Taking your first steps with essential oils? When we started out we were given good advice, be like a child opening his first box of crayons and learn what is needed but above all be willing to play and experiment.

More and more people are using essential oils in their foods, people who cook for themselves or their families, but also chefs. There are good reasons for this so we will share with you something that is good to learn and get you excited to begin and try.

The reason why they are so good in meals

- They have multiple and beneficial natural properties and they can turn your meals into delicious nutritional supplements to support your health. 

Different oils have been used since ancient times, for example for improving the digestion process: a drop of peppermint oil is excellent for stomach pains since it equals over 20 cups of mint tea!

- Due to the high intensity of its flavors and aromas, a few drops or less, are enough

- For this reason, its use can help reduce the need for salt in some dishes. The same applies to the quantities of sugar in desserts

- It offers advantages when compared to alternative flavoring extracts, seasonings or seasoning powder, dried herbs, and the like that we usually keep for a long time in our kitchens.

Some of these ingredients mentioned contain harmful artificial components, while others lose flavor and aroma, and nearly any nutritional property. Conversely, essential oils because of their intrinsic antioxidant properties, last a long time without getting spoiled or losing flavor or aroma

- Regardless of whether the herb or fruit you need is not in season, or if it is not grown in your area, you will always have it on hand in the oil and with the best quality

- Many times we need just a hint of something, orange or lemon for example, and if we want the natural flavor we have to deal with the skin, pulp, etc. Oil saves time and work

- You will add something unique to the taste and aroma of your meals ... and your creativity and unique season will give that special touch.

Pure, safe, certified essential oils

It is our health, so we should only use proven safe and pure essential oils. And this is even more important if we are to consume them.

Only therapeutic-grade essential oils can ensure the highest purity, safety and overall quality, because all the preparation process is carried out following the strictest international quality standards from planting to packaging.

Some DON'T, others DO

Not all therapeutic-grade essential oils are recommended for consumption. But they are easily distinguished. If the bottle reads: Ingredients, DO NOT consume. If the bottle reads: Supplement Facts, you can add it to your meals.

Tips to get you started

* They are highly concentrated. Begin with a drop or less (using a stick or toothpick), and start groping and testing.

* Better add them at the end of the preparation, preferably after it cools up a bit so that the volatile oils and other natural ingredients evaporate as little as possible. If you have to necessarily add it during cooking, a few drops may be added at the end to compensate for what evaporated.

* Do you like cookbooks? Although you can find many tips and recipes on the net, these books are excellent support:

"The Slimmed and Sassed Cookbook".  Your entire family will love this collection, and you'll love incorporating essential oils into their daily diet.

"Aroma and Olive Oil: The Essentials of Healthy and Delicious Cooking". Essential oils and olive oil together.

"Aroma: The Magic of Essential Oils in Foods and Fragrance". A Berkeley perfumer and a San Francisco chef: "Essential oils cannot make bad food good, but they can make good food great"

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Algo Esencial sería excelente en tu COCINA…

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¿Dando tus primeros pasos con aceites esenciales?  Cuando nosotros empezamos nos dieron un buen consejo, ser como un niño que abre su primera caja de creyones, aprender lo que sea necesario pero sobre todo animarnos a jugar y experimentar.

Cada vez más personas usan aceites esenciales en sus comidas, gente que cocina para ella o sus familias, pero también chefs.  Hay buenas razones, te compartiremos algo de lo que es bueno aprender, y buscaremos entusiasmarte para que comiences a probar.

Por qué son tan buenos en las comidas

- Tienen múltiples y benéficas propiedades naturales, pueden convertir las comidas en deliciosos suplementos alimenticios que apoyarán tu salud.  Por ejemplo, varios aceites tienen uso ancestral favoreciendo la digestión: una gota de aceite de menta -buenísimo para dolores de estómago-  equivale a ¡más de 20 tazas de té de menta!

- Por la alta intensidad de sus sabores y aromas unas pocas gotas -o menos- son suficientes

- Por eso mismo, su uso puede ayudar a reducir la necesidad de sal en algunos platos.  Lo mismo sucede con las cantidades de azúcar en postres

- Alternativa ventajosa al compararlos con extractos saborizantes, sazonadores, condimentos en polvo, hierbas secas, y otros similares que uno suele mantener largo tiempo en su cocina. 

Algunos de esos ingredientes mencionados contienen componentes artificiales dañinos, mientras que otros pierden sabor y aroma, y casi cualquier propiedad nutritiva. Por el contrario los aceites esenciales, por sus intrínsecas propiedades antioxidantes, duran largo tiempo sin dañarse ni perder sabor y aroma

- Sin importar que la hierba o fruta que necesites no esté en temporada, o que no se cultive en tu zona, en el aceite siempre la tendrás a mano y de la mejor calidad

- Muchas veces necesitamos sólo una pizca de algo, naranja o limón por ejemplo, y si queremos el sabor natural tenemos que lidiar con cáscara, pulpa, etc. El aceite ahorra tiempo y trabajo.

- Añadirás algo exclusivo al sabor y aroma de tus comidas…y tu creatividad y sazón darán el principal toque especial.

Aceites esenciales puros, seguros, certificados

Se trata de nuestra salud, por eso sólo debemos utilizar aceites esenciales probadamente puros y seguros. Y esto es todavía más importante si vamos a ingerirlos.

Únicamente los aceites esenciales de grado terapéutico pueden asegurarnos la mayor pureza, total seguridad y calidad, porque desde la siembra hasta el envasado, todo su proceso de elaboración se realiza siguiendo los más estrictos estándares mundiales de calidad.

Unos NO, otros SÍ

No todos los aceites esenciales de grado terapéutico son recomendados para ser ingeridos. Pero es muy fácil distinguirlos, si el frasco dice: Ingredients, NO lo ingieras.   Si el frasco dice: Supplement Facts, SI puedes ingerirlo y añadirlo a tus comidas.

Tips para iniciarte

* Son muy concentrados. Comienza con una gota o menos (usando palillo o mondadientes), y ve tanteando y probando.

* Mejor agregarlos al final de la preparación, preferiblemente esperando que se enfríe un poco, para que los aceites volátiles y otros ingredientes naturales se evaporen lo menos posible.  Si necesariamente hay que añadirlo durante la cocción, tal vez deba añadirse  algunas gotas al final, para compensar lo evaporado.

* ¿Te gustan los libros de cocina?  Aunque en la red puedes encontrar muchos consejos y recetas,  estos 4 libros son excelentes apoyos:  

"Guia de la alimentación Bio" (en español).  Acerca de alimentación natural en general, no sólo de aceites esenciales

 "The Slimmed and Sassed Cookbook".  Ideal para mantener un peso saludable y para quienes se inician con los aceites.

"Aroma and Olive Oil: The Essentials of Healthy and Delicious Cooking". Cocinando con aceites esenciales+aceite de oliva.

"Aroma: The Magic of Essential Oils in Foods and Fragrance". Un perfumista de Berkeley con un chef de San Francisco: "los aceites esenciales no pueden convertir en buena una mala comida, pero pueden hacer que una sólo buena se haga excepcional"

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