Use your FRANKINCENSE to prevent cancer & brain degenerative disease.
Frankincense is my daily must-use oil. It's also a daily use oil for Dr. David K. Hill, DC.
Cellular function. Dr. Raymond Francis teaches that there's only one disease – a malfunctioning cell; there are two causes of disease – deficiency and toxicity; and there are six pathways to health and disease – nutrition, toxins, psychological/emotional state, physical, genetic, and medical.These ideas certainly simplify and highlight the most important areas on which to focus to achieve a healthy body. When cells do not operate efficiently, tissue and organ function is compromised, which in turn can diminish physical wellbeing and invite a host of health conditions. By nourishing the cells, the entire body is supported. When pure and potent unadulterated essential oils enter the body, they bring powerful instructions to help 'remind' and support cells of their healthy function – they are actually able to permeate the cell membrane and provide powerful support to the structures found within the cell.
Frankincense is one of the best single oils that supports cellular health, that promotes healthy apoptosis (the cells' final function – a healthy cellular death) and therefore for cancer prevention.
How to take? 2 drops under tongue (twice daily; hold 30 seconds and swallow). Check the Cellular Health section in the Essential Life Book for a more detailed Cellular Health Program. Don’t have the book, get the app or contact me regarding purchasing a book. You can also take Frankincense in a pre-made soft gel. DDR Prime is a powerful Cellular Complex that supports healthy cellular integrity. It is supportive to the brain & nervous system, it protects body & cells from oxidative stress.
Immune function. Frankincense helps boost immune system function and prevents illness. Studies have demonstrated (go to PubMed for the actual studies) that Frankincense has immune-enhancing abilities that can help destroy dangerous bacteria, viruses and even cancers. It can also be used to prevent germs from forming on the skin, mouth or in your home. This is the reason many people choose to use Frankincense to naturally relieve oral health problems; the antiseptic qualities of this oil can help prevent gingivitis, bad breath, cavities, toothaches, mouth sores and other infections from occurring.
How to use? 2 drops under tongue as above, or in a capsule, or apply in a roller to the bottoms of your feet. My children get Frankincense rolled along their spine and base of skull every single night as they are tucked in.
Reducing stress and anxiety. When inhaled, it’s been shown to reduce heart rate and high blood pressure. It has anti-anxiety and depression-reducing abilities, but unlike prescription medications it does not have negative side effects and does not cause unwanted drowsiness.
How to use? Diffuse 3 drops Frankincense + 3 drops Wild Orange + 3 drops Lavender or Bergamot. Also try 4 drops Frankincense + 4 drops Grapefruit
Anti-depressant. Frankincense can be extremely helpful in in dealing with chronic anxiety and depression because it contains sesquiterpenes, which contribute greatly to balancing hormones and emotions. They act to increase oxygenation of the pineal and pituitary glands in the brain, allowing for ideal balance of emotion-regulating hormones.
How to use? Internally as above and aromatically in the diffuser.
Anti-inflammatory. Frankincense can inhibit the production of key inflammatory molecules associated with conditions like arthritis, asthma, painful bowel disorders like IBS and many more conditions. It can be useful in helping prevent the breakdown of the cartilage tissue and has been shown to significantly reduce levels of dangerous and painful inflammation, making it a natural treatment option for pain-related conditions that affect the muscles, joints and tendons.
How to use for pain and inflammation? Combine several drops with FCO and massage into your muscles, joints or neck. Add to Ice Blue for maximum benefit. Internal use is highly effective for more chronic or internal pain; take in a capsule or drop under tongue as above.
Sleep aid. Frankincense is useful in lowering levels of anxiety or chronic stress that can keep you up at night. It has a calming, grounding scent that can naturally help you to fall asleep. It helps open breathing passages, allows your body to reach an ideal sleeping temperature and can eliminate pain that keeps you up. I make a capsule that is known in the doTERRA world as, ‘Liquid Xanax.’ In a Veggie Capsule place 2 drops of Frankincense, 2 drops Lavender & 2 drops of Copaiba. This will give you a solid 8-9 hours sleep. If you happen to wake up in the night & your anxiety level is very high & keeps you up, it is safe to take another capsule. There are no side effects & neither will you be sleepy in the morning.
Skin. Frankincense has the ability to strengthen skin and improve its tone, elasticity, defence mechanisms against bacteria or blemishes, and appearance as someone ages. It helps tone and lift skin, reduces appearance of scars and acne, and heals wounds. It can also be beneficial for fading of stretch marks, scars and for healing dry or cracked skin. Frankincense is a powerful astringent, meaning it helps protect skin cells. It is used to prevent wrinkles, and it tightens skin to naturally slow signs of ageing.
Frankincense is one of the best oils for skin care because of how it regenerates the skin. Add it to your moisturiser. Create a face oil with it. My face oil recipe?
30ml jojoba oil
10-12 drops essential oil (Frankincense, Lavender + Geranium)
In a glass bottle with a pipette topper or serum pump, add jojoba oil and essential oils. Shake to combine. To use, apply a small amount to face and neck after misting your face with a toner. It will quickly absorb into your skin. When you apply a moisturising oil afterwards in this way, it helps to retain moisture.
