November Newsletter 2011

November Specials Butterfly Express LLC
Sneak Peak at December Specials
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Health Tip: Diffusing Essential Oils
New Butterfly Express Aprons
Featured Oils of the Month Butterfly Expressions

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^LeInside Out

^LeMillenia

Anthopogon

Copaiba Balsam

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
A Condensed Overview
Pages 14-16 in the Homeopathic II Book

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a condition that has become so widespread in the United States
as to qualify as a rising epidemic.  The cause or causes of chronic fatigue syndrome are not well
understood.  It is sometimes referred to as chronic Epstein-Barr syndrome because of the high
incidence of the presence of Epstein-Barr virus in people who suffer from this syndrome.  However,
just as many people test positive for this virus without exhibiting the symptoms of the syndrome.
This has led some experts to conclude that the condition may be triggered by any viral attack that
the body did not handle well.

Another claimed, or suspected, cause is chemical poisoning from one source or another, including
dental fillings and prescription drug use.  Yet other experts suspect an unidentified immune system
dysfunction, or a defect in the mechanisms that regulate blood sugar or blood pressure.  Other
proposed causes include anemia, diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypothyroidism, a Candida albicans
overgrowth, food or chemical allergies, or intestinal parasites.

Symptoms and Determining if This Could be What's Wrong With You
Chronic fatigue syndrome does not manifest the same way in each person. It is more a matter of
having an array of some of the symptoms, along with the presence of, or previous infection by, the
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).  A family history of mononucleosis or hepatitis is an indicator of exposure.
A family history of other infectious diseases, multiple allergies, asthma, and certain cancers may
indicate an underlying immunological predisposition.  Recurring sore throats and/or swollen
glands, frequent colds or other infections, and various hormonal imbalances are also considered
pre-indicators.

Dietary habits are extremely important, as is the need to eliminate ingestion of chemical poisons
(alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs).   "Current medications, or medications taken in the past,
may also be significant. For example, prolonged and multiple antibiotic use, steroids, birth control
pills, chemotherapy (just about any drug, really) can have a suppressive effect on the immune
system," Jesse Stoff, MD,Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, The Hidden Epidemic

Symptoms include: Abdominal bloating.  Migratory aching muscles and joints with increasing
stiffness and loss of motion. Marked irritability or personality changes. Anxiety.   Depression.
Difficulty concentrating. Significant loss of stamina an hour or so after meals.   Cravings for sugar
or caffeine.   Sudden episodes of dizziness.   Rapid onset of fatigue at odd times.   Fever. Headaches.
Digestive and/or intestinal problems. Mood swings.   Muscle spasms. Recurrent upper respiratory
infections.   Sensitivity to light and temperature.   Onset of food and environment sensitivities. Sleep
disturbances.   Temporary memory loss, and—finally—extreme and often disabling fatigue.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) affects the entire person (every organ and system is a potential
target) and the entire person must be considered in looking for symptoms and finding a treatment
modality that will be effective.   It is not the presence of any one symptom that indicates CFS.   It is the
presence of a constellation of symptoms including any combination of the above list.

An unusual phenomenon: From time to time, in the midst of the disabling fatigue, a CFS sufferer
will hit upon an idea (they were often very creative and dynamic people before the overwhelming
fatigue of CFS) and suddenly the energy just flows for a time—until the project is completed, or
nearly so.   This is remarked on time and time again in the literature and is not really understood. I
can only tell you that it is not that the person is lazy the rest of the time, and it is not necessarily an
indication that they are suddenly getting well.

The best description of CFS I have ever found is in the chapter entitled Footprints: The Diagnostic
Dilemma in the book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, The Hidden Epidemic, by Jesse A. Stoff, MD and
Charles R. Pellegrino, Ph.D. This book is a wealth of excellent information as it is written in a very
readable and entertaining style.   The information therein was the basis for the creation of the first
four of the following CF homeopathics listed in this book.

Homeopathy and the Treatment of CFS

Treating homeopathically is treating following "the law of similars".   The specific name of the disease
is not relevant. What matters is that your symptom picture and the symptom pictures of the
remedies you intend to take match!!   A struggling adrenal cortex always manifests in certain ways, as
does a clogged liver or colon.   Disease names are only a "left-brained", categorical way of describing
symptoms, and are pretty much ignored by competent homeopathic prescribers if they wish to be
effective at solving the "case".   Symptoms are what matters!! and symptom-picture methodology is
where homeopathic remedies shine!!

Stress and CFS

A quote from Science News, September 12, 1987, and re-quoted in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, The
Hidden Epidemic by Stoff and Peligrino:

Tending to a relative with Alzheimer's disease is not just psychologically stressful—
over the long run, say researchers at Ohio State University College of Medicine in
Columbus, it can undermine the caregiver's immune responses. . . Subjects caring for
an Alzheimer victim reported more distress and poorer mental health than individuals
with no such responsibilities.  Caregivers also had indications of poor immune function:
lower percentages of T-lymphocytes and helper T-lymphocytes than controls, as well
as a lower ratio of antibody-stimulating cells to anti-body-supressing cells.  In addition,
there was evidence of poorer immune system control of the latent Epstein-Barr virus
among caregivers.

The following is a quote from Norman Cousins in Anatomy of an Illness, and re quoted in Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome, The Hidden Epidemic by Stoff and Peligrino

Adrenal exhaustion could be caused by emotional tension, such as frustration or
suppressed rage . . . the negative effects of the negative emotions on body chemistry.
The inevitable question arose in my mind: what about the positive emotions? If
negative emotions produce negative chemical changes in the body, wouldn't the
positive emotions produce positive chemical changes?   Is it possible that love, hope,
faith, laughter, confidence, and the will to live have therapeutic value?   Do chemical
changes occur only on the downside?

Stress and its relationship to physical and mental health is an elusive subject to study or to treat. It
is not so much a matter of what stresses are in our lives, but it matters very much how we handle
the stresses under which we live.  Our responses to stress should be very carefully considered—and
chosen.

There are 4 main ways of responding to the daily stresses of living and to the major disasters of our
lives:

1. We surrender to the flow of circumstances in our lives fatalistically, as though we have no control
and, therefore, no direction in our lives.  This makes us either victims or martyrs and is one of the
most destructive things that we can do to ourselves.

2. We ignore the struggles of life as we pass through them, pretending that all is well and there is
nothing to be concerned about or dealt with.  This inevitably leads to an accident or an illness
as our body tries to make us consciously aware of our own needs.

3. We attempt to resist, which often wastes energy, adds fuel to the destructive processes of stress,
and usually gets us nowhere very fast.

4. We learn from our circumstances and use them as stepping stones and catalysts for our
growth and for the achievement of our goals.   Needless to say, this last one is the only
appropriate response to stress.

In order to discover a possible psychological underpinning for any chronic illness, there are several
difficult questions that need to be asked—and thought about deeply.  Some examples are:

1. Am I using my illness to get the care and attention that I felt I deserved or needed and wasn't
getting?

2. Do I enjoy not having to deal with people and situations I dislike or find overwhelming?

3. Am I using my illness to avoid the possibility of failure, or even of success?

4. Do I feel sorry for myself and see myself as either a victim or a martyr?

Nutrition, Supplements, Herbs and CFS

This can be summed up very simply.   You need all of the nutrition that you can get to put your
entire system—every organ and cell—back on track, and you cannot afford to take very many of
the things that rob your body of nutrients—junk food, drugs and medications, to name just a few.
Do your homework on what is available to supply the nutrients you need and what you can do to
maximize your body's absorption of these nutrients.  Bear in mind that over-loading on nutrients
that you are not absorbing creates its own kind of stress in the body, and can quickly become a
major contributor in the escalation of the problem rather than being part of finding a solution.

Health Tip:
Diffusing Essential Oils
By Sharon Moran:

Diffusion is the process of allowing essential oil molecules to move into the air in a given area to fill the air with their natural therapeutic properties  There are many different ways for diffusing essential oils.  Some include the use of very elaborate and expensive machines.   Others are as simple as putting oils on a cotton ball and placing it in an air vent.
  No matter which method you use, you will be benefitting from their presence.

Diffusing oils can be divided into two different categories – those that require heat and those that do not.
Remember that heat will cause the essential oils to be used up more quickly.
To minimize this effect, try placing your oils in distilled water and then over a heat source.

Some of the more simple ways to use diffusion with your essential oils is with an inhaler.
These very small, discrete applicators are easy to carry and effortless to use.
Simply sprinkling a few drops on some potpourri or a tissue is also very effective.

Room fresheners can be made by adding a few drops of essential oil with distilled water and misting
through a room.  Using a ratio of 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of water is a good starting spot.
You can always adjust this if the ratio is too high or low.

Finally, one of my favorite ways to diffuse oils is to wear them as perfume!

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^LeBalance

Ingredients
chaste tree, clary sage, cypress, chamomile Egyptian, lavender, marjoram, myrtle, peppermint, rose geranium, sage, yarrow, ylang ylang

Affinity for
nervous system
endocrine system
emotions

Resonance
spiritual, emotional, physical

Application
^LeBalance should be applied around the ankles on both men and women. It can also be diffused and is soothing when a drop or two is placed in the tub. If using in the shower, plug the drain and allow a couple of inches of water to accumulate in the bottom of the tub. Add your oils and continue your shower.

Aromatic Considerations
^LeBalance is beneficial in the control of mood swings brought about by hormone and endocrine system imbalances in both men and women. (Yes, men have hormones that can and do get out of balance, too!)

Physical Aspects
^LeBalance is a great oil for supporting the endocrine system and balancing the hormones in both men and women. For men, ^LeBalance helps balance male energy, regulate prostate function, and reduce congestion and enlargement of the prostate which often re-establishes proper urinary function.
For women,^LeBalance has been used successfully many times to reduce or eliminate hot flashes and headaches in women who are approaching or going through menopause. ^LeBalance has antispasmodic properties. It is helpful as a digestive aid and as a diuretic, especially when the problems in these areas are linked to hormone imbalances.

General Information
^LeBalance often brings quick relief from the symptoms of menopause and should be used by women age 45 and older. ^LeWoman Wise is a better choice for younger women of menstruating age to balance hormones and relieve the symptoms of PMS. For best results, ^LeWoman Wise and ^LeBalance should be used in conjunction with ^LeEndo Relief, which has a strengthening effect on the entire endocrine system.

Cautions
^LeBalance, being an oil which has an effect on hormones, should definitely not be used during pregnancy!!

^LeInside-Out

Ingredients
aniseseed, cardamom, fennel, juniper, kanuka, lemon, lemongrass, patchouli, peppermint piperita, tarragon, thyme, cilantro

Affinity for

digestive system		stomach meridian

Resonance
physical, emotional

Application
Apply one drop behind the ears for nausea, motion sickness, or morning sickness. ^LeInside-Out can also be applied over the abdomen either by diluting with a carrier oil or as a compress.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
^LeInside-Out is primarily considered an oil which works on the physical body. Whenever you use an essential oil, you will be working on underlying emotional roots as well as physical complaints. ^LeInside-Out can be helpful in discovering and sorting through the emotions underlying the digestive problems. ^LeInside-Out can help calm the obsessive worry that sometimes contributes to digestive difficulties.

Physical Aspects
^LeInside-Out improves the function of the digestive system. It helps with upset stomach, belching, bloating, stomach cramps, heartburn, constipation, and diarrhea. ^LeInside-Out’s ability to be effective for both constipation and diarrhea may seem odd; it is not. Natural remedies work with the body to return systems to balanced and healthy states. They are not the administration of an ‘opposing’ remedy or force. This is true in every aspect of the body and mind when working with natural healers. ^LeInside-Out should be used for any bout of intestinal flu or food poisoning.
It is useful for most types of nausea, either by inhaling the aroma or putting a drop behind each ear. This blend should be applied over the abdomen for colon problems and for candida overgrowth. ^LeInside-Out has been useful in the treatment of parasites in animals and humans. For humans, place LeInside-Out on the feet and massage across abdomen. For animals, dilute a few drops in water and massage into soft tissues.

Cautions
^LeInside-Out contains a small amount of fennel which is, when used by itself, contra-indicated for use during pregnancy. This is an example of blended oils being safer to use than single essential oils. This essential oil blend is safe to use for morning sickness in the manner described, but proper care, prudence, and judgement should be exercised.

^LeMillenia

Ingredients
blue tansy, elemi, fir, frankincense, geranium, chamomile German, lavender, rosewood, spruce

Affinity for

emotions	energy/electrical system	every chakra
body structure and alignment	every meridian
muscles
skin
nervous system

Resonance
^LeMillenia is a very low frequency oil. This makes it very effective for working on issues of physical structure and alignment. However, LeMillenia is also an outstanding emotional blend.

Application
^LeMillenia is very good applied to the bottoms of the feet or along the inside of the foot (the spine in reflexology and foot zone therapy). You can balance the energy between the left and right lobes of the brain by putting a drop of ^LeMillenia on your index fingers and placing your fingers on your temples. The left hand should be on the right temple, and the right hand on the left temple.

Aromatic Considerations
When diffused, ^LeMillenia builds courage, confidence, and self-esteem while being calming and relaxing at the same time.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
^LeMillenia helps one find the courage to move forward with confidence and faith.
It brings clarity about what is really necessary for happiness and contentment. It can help us find an equilibrium between being organized, neat, orderly, meticulous, logical, and analytical (all good traits) and being obsessively focused on perfection. ^LeMillenia is used to aid us with self-expression, fear of conflict and disagreement, and the ability to make decisions. This blend can foster tenacity and independence of spirit.

Physical Aspects
“Chiropractor in a bottle” is a good description of this blend except that ^LeMillenia aligns so much more than just physical structures. ^LeMillenia aligns the electrical energies of the body, balances every meridian, and energizes every chakra. In addition, ^LeMillenia maintains the integrity of the connective tissues that wrap, connect, and protect every organ and balances the emotions connected to each organ. ^LeMillenia balances the moisture and fluid levels in the body.
One of my favorite uses for ^LeMillenia is in working with ADHD and hyperactivity. Applying ^LeMillenia to the feet at least once a day can make a profound difference in a child’s ability to sit still and concentrate. I use the feet because it is an excellent place to draw essential oils into the body. I also like the feet because the person (it is often a little boy) can put his shoes back on, go to school, and no one teases him because he ‘smells like flowers.’ Also consider using ^LeTranquility along with the ^LeMillenia . As an agent of structural alignment, ^LeMillenia can be used as a diuretic, an antispasmodic, an expectorant, and a nervine, ^LeMillenia is helpful for some types of arthritis, for sciatica, and to improve capillary circulation. ^LeMillenia should be tried at the very first moment a hernia is suspected. Using ^LeMillenia to brush your teeth may keep your teeth aligned and prevent cavities. A drop should be diluted in almond oil and put in the ear for earache. This will realign physical structures and take the pressure off of the ear canal or ear drum. Because ^LeMillenia realigns physical and electrical structures, it is beneficial for some types of headaches. It is antispasmodic, analgesic and excellent where bruising has occurred. There is not enough understanding of anorexia, but it is known that something in the way ^LeMillenia realigns the body systems changes the thinking and brings relief from this condition.

Anthopogon
(Rhododendron anthopogon)

Ingredient In
^LeReconciliation

Therapeutic Properties
anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, balsamic, depurative, hepatic, immunostimulant, nervine, restorative, sedative, tonic, antineuralgia, decongestant, nervous system tonic

Affinity For
immune system	liver	all four fire meridians
digestive system	hair	heart and crown chakras
ligaments, bones	skin	spleen meridian

Resonance	Plant Family	Part Utilized Processed
physical, emotional	Ericaceae	flowers, leaves

Aromatic Considerations
Anthopogon has a unique and very appealing fragrance which hangs in the air, becoming softer and more lovely as time passes. It is described as being fresh, green and balsamic with undertones of vanilla and conifers. I would simply describe it as delightful. It creates a feeling of openness, love, and connection, especially to family members and old friends.

Application
Anthopogon should be diffused, worn as a perfume, or diluted and applied anywhere on the body.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
Anthopogon essential oil is very warming emotionally. It pulls one immediately into a mood of remembering, but with the blessing of a focus on the good times and the good in people. This oil is especially good for people whose lives have carried them far away from home and heritage. Anthopogon, and blends to which it has been added, are important and amazing oils for loss or bereavement of any kind.

Physical Aspects
Perhaps anthopogon’s most important characteristic in the physical realm is on the immune system. It has been used in Nepal for various types of blood disorders and systemic infections for a very long time. The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Padova in Italy has done extensive research as well as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry on this essential oil. Their results, published in a renowned scholarly scientific journal which targets important new discoveries, claim that anthopogon essential oil reduced cancer cell growth in all types of cells tested, using varying treatment protocols and varying concentrations of essential oil. The cancers anthopogon was tested against were ovarian, cervical, and colon—certainly three of the deadliest and fastest moving cancers known. The research team speculated that the high pinene content was responsible, at least in part, for this action. This is truly important new research! Anthopogon was also shown effective against candida, e-coli, and several other strains of bacteria. Anthopogon is a stimulant essential oil, with a particular affinity for the liver and digestive system. It can stimulate appetite during illness or convalescence. This oil is useful for gouty arthritic conditions. It is strongly anti-inflammatory when applied to fibrous tissues, ligaments, and joints. In Nepal, where anthopogon has been used for many years, it is considered a symbol of balance in the fire meridian. Anthopogon’s therapeutic properties certainly indicate that it affects this meridian in all of its aspects; physically, mentally, and emotionally. It relieves headaches, backaches, and joint and muscle pains that were brought about by excesses of some kind (over-the-top activity or consumption of food and drink). This oil is of great benefit to people whose illnesses are aggravated by windy or stormy conditions.

General Information
Anthopogon is the national symbol of Nepal, where it is used in meditation and healing.

Cautions
There are no known contraindications for this essential oil.

Copaiba Balsam
(Copaifera langsdorfii)

Ingredient In
^LeAngel, ^LeInner Peace, ^LeIQ, ^LeMyGraine, ^LePaine, ^LeSego Lily, ^LeVitality, ^LeBelieve

Therapeutic Properties
antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, sedative to the nerves, tonic

Affinity For
skin	respiratory system	liver meridian
circulation	vascular system

Resonance	Plant Family	Part Utilized
physical, emotional	Fabaceae	resin

Application
Copaiba balsam can be applied anywhere on the body. The aroma of balsam, applied lightly, makes a wonderful perfume.

Aromatic Considerations
Copaiba balsam is referred to as nature’s air freshener. This is because of balsam’s remarkable ability to absorb odors.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
The aroma of balsam seems to fill the room with feelings of friendship and neighborliness. This oil is very supportive of relationships.

Physical Aspects
Balsam oils are traditionally used for skin problems such as chapped skin, rashes, sensitive skin, poor circulation, and eczema. Balsam adds a woodsy, vanilla-like scent to blends. These blends make pleasant hand lotions and skin care products. Copaiba balsam has been used for years as an expectorant for bronchitis, coughs, and colds. This oil increases circulation without being a general stimulant. Copaiba balsam is effective for venous congestion, hemorrhoids, and varicose veins.

Cautions
Copaiba balsam makes the skin mildly photo-toxic where it has been applied. It is best to avoid sunlight on the treated areas of skin if you are applying this oil regularly.

Peppermint
(Mentha arvensis)

Ingredient In
^LeTenda Care, ^LePaine, ^LeCrystal Clear

Aromatic Considerations
Peppermint arvensis is similar to peppermint piperita, but is more reminiscent of candy canes.

The properties and actions for peppermint arvensis, are very similar to mentha piperita.

Therapeutic Properties
tonic, cytophylactic, anti-infective, antiseptic, decongestant, antibiotic, antifungal, antidepressant, anti-toxic, aphrodisiac, astringent, calmative, nervine, anti-inflammatory to the nerves and the prostate

Affinity For
digestive system	earth element	yang energy
tissues	wood element	throat chakra
mind	lung meridian
nerves	small intestine meridian

Resonance	Plant Family	Part of Plant Used
physical, mental	Labiatae	stems. leaves, flower
buds

Aromatic Considerations
Peppermint oil stimulates the mind, increasing the ability to focus and concentrate. When inhaled, it restores the sense of taste by stimulating the trigeminal nerve. Oddly, inhaling peppermint oil can also curb the appetite.

Application
Peppermint oil should be diluted well before applying to the skin. Placing one drop of peppermint under the tongue and breathing past it (the peppermint oil) has been known to stop an asthma attack or clear the nasal passages and sinus cavities. Vocal performers often use this trick to dispel mucous from their throats and stimulate their vocal cords. Peppermint is a good massage oil for stimulating circulation. Peppermint is too strong to be added to a bath.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
Peppermint is like a rush of fresh energy into the system. It allows us to relax instead of letting anxiety build up in our body or mind. Peppermint oil is specific for people who move between highs and lows, sadness and happiness, until the ever-widening mood swings settle into lethargy, intolerance, and frustration. Just as peppermint strengthens the digestion and aids the absorption of nutrients on a physical level, it enhances our ability to ‘digest’ new ideas and impressions.

Physical/Mental Aspects
Dr. Dembar of the University of Cincinnati discovered in a research study that inhaling peppermint oil increased the mental accuracy of the students tested by up to 28%. Peppermint oil can also be used for headaches and nerve regeneration. Peppermint is renowned for action on the digestive system and for use in bowel disorders. It is one of the best essential oils for nausea, vomiting, morning sickness (small amounts only), mouth or gum infections, fainting, and motion sickness. Peppermint oil is strongly anti-inflammatory and analgesic. Peppermint oil increases circulation. All varieties of peppermint essential oil are useful for muscle pain, inflamed joints, and arthritis. The anti-inflammatory properties make peppermint essential oil supportive of prostate function.

General Information
Peppermint, like lavender, is soothing in small amounts and strongly stimulating in larger amounts.

Cautions
Peppermint oil is stimulating to the uterus. Extreme caution, mostly as to the amount used, should be taken with peppermint oils if pregnant.

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