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NingXia Zyng

The magic power of black pepper* and lime**

NingXia ZYNG is a light, sparkling beverage that delivers a splash of hydrating energy.
Its benefits are fueled by its proprietary blend of pure black pepper and lime essential oils, wolfberry puree, and white tea extract.
Added to this blend is sparkling water and vitamins to create a unique, delicious, and refreshing experience.
At only 35 calories per can, this guilt-free spritzer invigorates the senses without the use of artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, and preservatives, making it the perfect option for those looking for a little ZYNG!

Why should you drink NinXia Zyng?
• Sparkling and Refreshing with light carbonation
• With Natural Lime and Black Pepper Essential Oils
• No artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners or preservatives
• Hydrating energy
• Natural ZYNG
• Preservative free
• No artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners

*Black Pepper (Piper nigrum): has a pungent, crisp aroma that is comforting and energizing. It is supportive of the digestive system and is useful topically for soothing muscle discomfort following exercise. Black pepper may also be used to enhance the flavor of foods.

**Lime: Lime essential oil has an invigorating and stimulating effect and is believed to be native of eastern Malaysia. The pleasant citrus aroma of lime may help mental clarity and encourage creativity. Today, lime is best known throughout the world as a way to help support a healthy immune system. When taken internally, lime may provide antioxidant support and aid in weight management. When applied to the skin, lime oil may also support healthy skin.

7. December 2015
Black Pepper
Egyptians used Black Pepper in the mummification process – researchers found it in the abdomen and nostrils of Ramses II.

Black pepper essential oil is warming, soothing and supportive of muscles. Its warm embrace helps those with muscle discomfort especially after a workout or rigorous exercise. It is also energizing to the mind while being comforting to the body.

Mentally its spicy and warm aroma is stimulating and empowering. Black pepper is good for those of us who worry constantly and have great stress. It empowers us to release those negative energies and embrace our own power. It also gives us the physical stamina and courage to overcome the things that are creating the problems to begin with.

Black pepper also helps us “digest” unhealthy feelings towards people especially ourselves. This is especially helpful for those who are too self critical and angry or upset with themselves.

There are over 100 different pepper species in the pepper family. The pepper essential oils should be made from is called Piper nigrum. The essential oil of pepper is distilled from the Fruit/berries of the plant.

The Name “Black Pepper” comes from a Sanskrit word “pippali” which means “long pepper”.

In the distant past, black pepper was considered sacred and was even used as a form of currency. It was so valuable, that it was traded for gold and was one of the most prized trade items exported from India to the rest of the world.

Did you know that “Pepper” was used in a figurative sense to mean “spirit” or “energy”? Records indicate, that as far back as the 1840s it was used in that sense. Then eventually it was shortened to the word “pep” that we use today”. Indian monks ate several peppercorns every day during their travels. It helped them getting more endurance.

The main components of black pepper essential oil are: Limonene, Pinene, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Beta Caryophyllene, Beta Bisabolene, Sabinene, Linalol, Pinocarveol, Alpha Termineol, Camphene and Alpha Terpenene.

11 Favorite uses of black pepper essential oil:
1. Combine one to two drops with fractionated coconut oil to soothe sore muscles and joints or to warm the skin during cold weather.
2. Diffuse or inhale directly to soothe anxious feelings.

3. Dilute 1 drop and rub over the heart center for emotional support.

4. Massage 1-2 drops into the soles of the feet daily.

5. Diffuse for increased energy.

6. For a muscle rub: In a 5ml roller bottle; add 5 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Clove, 5 drops Wintergreen and 3 drops Black Pepper essential oils.

7. To summon inner strength, diffuse; 2 drops Basil, 2 drops Bergamot, 1 drop Cinnamon, 1 drop Lemon and 1 drop Black Pepper.

8. Blend with coconut oil to warm and promote circulation.

9. Take one to two drops in veggie caps daily when seasonal threats are high.

10. Add to meats, soups, entrees, and salads to enhance food flavor and aid digestion.

11. Rub on belly area to help to ground yourself.
26. October 2015
Must-Haves for your PURSE

If you reach into your Purse for your keys or wallet and seem to grab everything exept what you’re looking for – it may be timefor a purse makeover.
Making sure that you have only what you really need on the go can help you feel better organized and more at ease throughout your busy day.

Step 1: The first step to rethinking your purse is to make sure, that everything you’re carrying has a good reason to be there.
Not sure you need those old redeipts? Throw out old ones – and file away the ones you may need to hang onto.
Don’t wear lip gloss anymore? Replace it with a versatile colour you love and that will refresh your look wherever you need it!

Step 2: The second step is to carefully select helpful, necessary items to replace what you’ve tossed.
Your essentials – phone, wallet, keys, and sunglasses – will need some company!

Check here for the essential oil infused must-haves in any purse:

1) EO Sample packets
Stash a few essential oil sample packets in your purse. The packets not only make it easy for you to share with those aroung you – but they’re a convenient way to use them yourself whenever you need just a few drops of some of your favourite essential oil.

2) Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier
is the perfect solution for cleaning hands when soap and water aren’t an option.

Just squeeze a small amount into dry hands, rub together to distribute, then let dry.

3) L’Briante – these unique lip gloss/essential oil duos are perfect to freshen your look when you’re out and about!

Apply a light layer of lip-gloss – with or without a first layer of your favourite hydrating lib balm – then swipe the essential oil scent on your wrists and neck. You cann mix and match L’Briantee’s sthree luminous colours and three uplifting scents for a signature combo that’s all you.

4) Thieves Fresh Breath Mints are powered by Thieves essential oil blend and infused with sweet Lemon and fresh Peppermint essential oils. Popping in a mint will give your mouth a refreshing, minty taste and scent. Because these mints are infused with Thieves essential oil blend and are made from pure, sugar-free ingredients, you aren’t just getting fresh breath—you are doing your whole body a favor!

5) Boswelia Wrinkle Cream is a perfect moisturizer to stash in your purse. Its infusion of geranium, myrrh, sandalwood, and ylang ylang essential oils soothe and soften the skin, while frankincense and wolfberry oil enhance collagen formation.Moisturize rough-looking areas and deeply hydrate dry skin by rubbing it into hands, face, elbows, knees and feet.

6) Lip Balm with Grapefruit, Lavender or Cinnamint seal in moisture for supple-looking lips. Keep your favourite variety on hand to hydrate your lips when they’re thirsty.

7) Stress Away Roll-On is a unique, great-smelling essential oil blend of Vanilla, Lime, Copaiba, and other essential oils that provides a relaxing aroma with a convenient roller application. Apply its sweet, calming aroma on wrists, neck, or palms to keep you cool and to start conversations!

And of course – never forget your business Cards!

5. October 2015
Chemistry of essential oils – made simple

Aromatic plants and trees produce essential oils for protection against other plants, herbaceous insects and mammals, to signal other plants and animals (communication), and to attract insects for pollination. Essential oils are natural – not man-made.

When essential oils are properly distilled from aromatic plants they are bioactive and pure. Each essential oil is composed of 100-300 unique molecules – each with its own aroma.

When you smell an essential oil you may describe it with certain characteristic “light notes”, medium notes” and “heavy notes”. These “notes” result from the unique aroma of different molecules.

The “light notes” usually result from 10-carbon molecules called “monoterpenes”. Monoterpenes are volatile molecules that spread quickly in the air, yet their aroma does not last long (e.g., alpha-pinene).

Most tree-derived essential oils, such as Idaho Blue Spruce, Idaho Pondersosa Pine, Tsuga, Pine, and Hinoki have a high concentration of “light note” monoterpenes.

Other oils with a high percentage of high notes are: Bergamot, Tangerine, Orange, Lemon, Petigrain, Melaleuca, Lemongras, Cardamom, Peppermint, Cajeput, Eucalyptus, Myrtle, Pine, Juniper, Rosemary.

Medium Notes Aromas

The “medium note” aromas result from oxygenated monoterpenes. These “medium note” molecules tend to be described as “floral, sweet, pleasing, flowery” (e.g., linalool, linalyl acetate, bornyl acetate, decanal).

Plants naturally oxygenate (add oxygen to) monoterpenes to form molecules known as aldehydes, esters, alcohols, ethers, and ketones – all very aromatic molecules.

The “medium note” molecules tend to hang in the air longer and remain on the skin longer. Lavender (linalool), and Wintergreen (methyl salicylate) essential oils have a high abundance of “medium note” molecules.

Other oils with a high percentage of medium notes are: Lavender, Rose, Cypress, Geranium, chamomile, Ginger, Jasmin, Ylang Ylang, Clary Sage, Melissa, Oregano, Majoram, Fennel, Yssop, Sage, Eucalyptus, Myrtle, Pine, Juniper, Thyme, Cypress, Neroli.

Finally, the “heavy note” molecules are 15-carbon sesquiterpenes, oxygenated sesquiterpenes, and 20-carbon diterpenes. These “heavy notes” are described as: “woody, heavy, musky, lasting” (e.g., copaene, santalene, aromadendrene, germacrene D, bisabolol).

The “heavy note” molecules stay on the skin for hours and days. The “heavy note” molecules are responsible for the lasting aroma (after the “light note” and “medium note” molecules have dissipated).

Essential oils such as Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood and Hong Kuai are composed of high percentages of “heavy notes” molecules.

Other oils with a high percentage of heavy notes are: Cedarwood, Frankincense, Cistus, Patchouli, Angelica, Myrrh, Pepper, Helichrysum, Vetiver, Rosewood.

Essential oil aroma is related to essential oil molecules – your nose detects the molecules.

8. September 2015
The science behind high quality essential Oils

Gary Young learned GC-MS (gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy) analysis techniques from Dr. Herve Casabianca, who works for CNRS in France.

Dr. Casabianca is well-known in the field of essential oil GC-MS analysis in Europe. Along with Dr. Casabianca, Young Living has two GC-MS instruments, one at the Young Living Ecuador Farm and the other at the Young Living Global Headquarters in the Research & Development labs.

Dr. Richard Carlson and Dr. Cole Woolley operate the GC-MS instrument in Young Living’s Research & Development labs in Lehi, Utah. Dr. Carlson and Dr. Cole Woolley have PhDs in analytical chemistry in addition to more than 50 years of collective research experience in GC-MS and other analytical instrumentation.

Testing essential oil samples by GC-MS can be performed by inexperienced technicians and scientists. However, interpretation of GC-MS data is typically reserved for the experienced PhD scientist who is familiar with essential oil molecular components who can interpret the results from the GC-MS instrument. and interpreting GC-MS spectra.

Essential oils are readily analyzed by gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy (GCMS). The GC portion of the instrument separates the 100-300 unique molecules by heat using only a single drop of essential oil.The MS portion of the instrument identifies each molecule by name (e.g., limonene)

The GCMS instrument is used in Young Living Research to verify that our essential oils are genuine single-species, pure, and unadulterated – because of this system no fake, perfume oils laced with synthetic, aroma-enhancing chemicals make it to any Young Living essential oils.

8. September 2015
Sacred Frankincense flowering

In Oman, blossoming of frankincense flower stocks appear twice each year – once in March and once in September.
Each stock contains 20-30 flowers that successively open, usually only 2 per day. The flowers are white and light yellow when they first open. Then the pollinating insects arrive.

Every frankincense tree has an associated colony of ants that live close by in the ground. Look carefully and you will see the goal of each ant is the pollen from the flowers. Ants climb the trunk, branches, and leaflets to get to the flowers.

Honey bees, flies, beetles and butterflies join the ants for pollen and flower nectar. By sunset of the day a flower opens, the flower is cross-pollinated and the yellow center turns red to signify “don’t bother with me”.

24. August 2015
First helichrysum has been distilled…

The time has come – fist helichrysum oil has been deskilled at our new farm in Croatia.

Why would you want to have helichrysum essential oil?
Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum) is known for its restorative properties and provides excellent support to the skin, liver, and nervous system.
Uses: Helichrysum has been studied by European researchers for regenerating tissue and nerves and improving circulation and skin conditions. Throughout history, it has been used for healing scar tissue from old and recent wounds, and stopping bleeding.

Helichrysum is a small plant, with yellow flowers, which contain their color long after they have been picked – thats why they also got the name “Immortelle” (immortal).

22. June 2015