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STEP 15 - POWER UP WITH SPEARMINT

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Preparing for a school play or concert? Or a presentation in speech class? Participating in a debate? Power up with SPEARMINT! 
 
SPEARMINT is a perennial plant that grows 11–40 inches tall and flourishes in temperate climates. It is widely used in gums, candies, and dental products for its minty taste, and to promote fresh breath. 
 
SPEARMINT has been used for centuries for its digestive benefits. Its sweet, refreshing aroma is cleansing and uplifting, making it ideal to evoke a sense of focus and positive mood. 
 
SPEARMINT is very different from Peppermint, making it a milder option to use on children and those with sensitive skin. Besides its uses during school time, SPEARMINT is also used in cooking: most frequently in salads, drinks, and desserts, but it can also be used in homemade salad dressings, chocolate and to marinate meats.
 

PRIMARY BENEFITS

  • Promotes digestion and helps reduce occasional stomach upset.*

  • Promotes a sense of focus and uplifts mood.

  • Cleanses the mouth and promotes fresh breath.

PRACTICAL USES

  • Inhale or apply diluted over the solar plexus to promote a sense of focus and to feelings of confidence prior to public speaking.

  • Apply to toothbrush before brushing teeth for fresh breath.

  • Add a 2 – 4 drops to a 4oz glass bottle of water for a mouth rinse or mouth spray.

  • Add a drop or two to any dessert, drink, salad, or entrée for flavoring and to promote digestion.

  • For occasional stomach upset, add 1–2 drops to water and drink.

  • Add 2 – 4 drops to a batch of brownies for a refreshing treat.

  • Apply diluted over lower abdomen to provide temporary respite from cramps.

  • Add 3 – 5 drops to 1 cup Epsom salts and add to a bath to promote relaxation, cool body temperature, and to soothe sore achy joints or muscles.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DIFFUSION: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.

INTERNAL USE: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.

TOPICAL USE: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

CAUTIONS

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
 
ENERGIZE DIFFUSER BLEND
1 drop Spearmint
1 drop Wild Orange or Tangerine
1 drop Bergamot
 
QUESTION – WHICH WAY ARE YOU MOST LIKELY TO USE SPEARMINT ESSENTIAL OIL?