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Diffuser blend reminiscent of holiday cheer that has beneficial immune-supporting properties.

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Winter Cheer
Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis), Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamon zeylanicum) and Black Spruce (Picea mariana)

Safety Information
Children: Not for children orally six years old or under, and use with caution and in greater dilution for children older than six. Cinnamon Bark has a low risk of mucus membrane irritation with inhalation. "Do not expose children of five years or less to strong essential oil vapors" (Tisserand/Young p. 651-3).

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Cinnamon Bark contraindicated for pregnancy and breastfeeding because when it was fed to pregnant mice for two weeks it significantly reduced the number of nuclei and altered the distribution of embryos according to nucleus number (Tisserand/Young p. 249).

Medication/Health Condition:
Caution Orally: Diabetes and Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Hemophilia, Peptic Ulcer, Internal bleeding, and other Bleeding disorders, Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before or after), Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis

Therapeutic Uses

Winter Cheer essential oil blend may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:

Adrenals

Allergies

Antiseptic

Anxiety

Arthritis

Bacterial infections

Bronchitis

Candida

Cardiac (spasms, palpitations)

Cellulite

Circulation

Cleansing

Colds and flu

Convalescence

Detoxification

Digestion: constipation, diarrhea, gas, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, spasms, vomiting

Endocrine system

Fungal

Galbladder function

Head lice

Heart (cardiovascular)

Herpes

Hormones

Immune system

Infection

Inflammation and pain

Liver support

Lyme

Menopause

Menstrual issues

Muscle, soreness, spasms

Neuralgia

Pain

Palpitations

Parasites

Pituitary

Respiratory system: congestion, mucus

Scabies

Sciatica

Sinus

Stress and tension

Urinary system

Viral infections

Warts

Orange essential oil is noted to be anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, a digestive tonic, calming and uplifting. It may be useful for angina, cardiac spasms, constipation, diarrhea (including chronic), stress, insomnia, menopause, palpitations. Orange is also noted to help control appetite, soothe bronchitis, colds, colic, complexion, skin issues, digestive system, fever, flu, mouth ulcers, muscle soreness, obesity, sedation, tissue repair, water retention and wrinkles.

Cinnamon Bark may be helpful for cardiovascular issues, infectious diseases, viral infections (such as Herpes), digestive complaints, ulcers, warts, teeth and gums. According the Higley’s, testing has yet to find a virus, bacteria or fungus that can survive in the presence of Cinnamon Bark.

Black Spruce is antispasmodic, antiparasitic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, cortisone-like, immune supportive and is used for arthritis, rheumatism, fungal infections such as Candida, sinus and respiratory infections and sciatica.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Due to the potential sensitizing affects of aldehydes in Winter Cheer and high risk of skin sensitization and irritation, we suggest one diffuse the blend.

If used topically, dilute appropriately with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. To avoid risk of skin irritation/sensitization, the maximum topical usage is 0.26%.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler. People enjoy Winter Cheer diffused year 'round, but especially during the winter holidays. Not only does it have a wonderful aroma, it is highly antimicrobial.

Internal: Winter Cheer is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. Due to the potential skin irritating properties of Winter Cheer, the preferred mode of use is internally, ideally taken by capsule diluted with a suitable carrier oil (Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt). We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French aromatherapy" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.

Caution Orally: Diabetes and Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Hemophilia, Peptic Ulcer, Internal bleeding, and other Bleeding disorders, Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before or after), Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis
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Safety
May be sensitizing due to aldehydes. Moderate risk (Tisserand/Young p. 249). High risk of skin sensitization and irritation.

Children: Not for children orally six years old or under, and use with caution and in greater dilution for children older than six. "Do not expose children of five years or less to strong essential oil vapors" (Tisserand/Young p. 651-3).

Oral Use Caution: Hemophilia or severe kidney or liver disease. Tisserand/Young (p. 248) wrote that the maximum adult daily oral dose should not exceed .22mL (about 6 drops).

Drug interaction: May inhibit blood clotting. Oral use cautions: diabetes medication, anticoagulant medication, major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat—like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Flushing with water will only send the essential oil back to the eye's membranes. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. We’ve not known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Higley, Connie and Alan, Reference Guide for Essential Oils.
Schnaubelt, Kurt, Medical Aromatherapy: Healing with Essential Oils, North Atlantic Books, 2013.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, page 248-249.

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May the Lord guide you continually, preserving your health and watering your life when you are dry. May you be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring full of hope for your future in His care.
From Isaiah 58:11 & Jeremiah 29:11