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Show Pape 22 II J' UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. Nlav 16. 200Q f.-- ESSENTIAL I OILS Continued from page 13 Bernard Cods. "Shewn active in gymnastics, but always in pain. With the oil what we've done seems to hold and hut better. And it's not just what you but how she feels and see on the functions." Since then the Karrens have used essential oils for a variety of ailments from beestings, tonausea, headaches, p knees, and a back problem man. In experienced by a each case the results were positive. banged-u- Just Catching On ' HEALTHY GROl'P--Ladifrom the Uintah Basin Home Health Care answer questions from folks attending the annual UBSAFE Fair in Roosevelt last week. They also gave away apples, pears and bananas. One of the people in the photo is Barbara McRae. es A variety of reports have been made regarding people posing as Census workers still out knocking on doors peacetime mo-- continuing the largest in history by visiting 42 million households nationwide that did not return their census tionnairvs in the mail. ques-bilizati- ft by Cheryl Mecham census takers in order to gain infoflhation about individuals, or in some cases to steal money or items from homes. It is difficult for the Bureau of the Census to determine how many of the reports are valid. The Census Bureau is concerned about these reports and encourages all people who receive a visit from a census taker or someone posing at a census taker to check for appropriate identification. takers, Lavin, director of the Census Denver Region, Bureaus "and people answering doors also are hesitant to open the door to 10-sta-te Every Sunday I wonder while fabric of the pew. To get my attest-Isitting quietly and reverently in tion he gave the side of my leg a little church why such irreverent prick. Well, that pin must have hit a thoughts run through my mind. I try nerve, because I, in my usual forget-to block them, but it seems like ev- ful state of where I was, jumped up ery joke I've been told during the and used my "emergency swear week or every funny thing that hap- word" OUT LOUD. y The heads of people seated around pens comes to mind. Even thoughts run through my mind like, us whipped around and they stared at me standing there. There mouths Gee, I didn't worm the dog vet. Last week something so hilarious formed little O's. My face was beet came to my mind that I choked on red and there was not one available my laughter and it spilled out I hole to crawl into, couldn't help myself. Then, when I My husband and children were tried to stifle myself one ofthose pig-- choking with laughter which could d and snort noises came out, completely not be let out, all the woman sitting next to ders shaking, tears running down their faces. I sat down, horrified at She glanced over disapprovingly, what I had done, After a minute or so I left to sit in which only made me snort again. Embarrassed, I leaned over and the foyer. When the last amen was whispered it was some sort of myste- - said I ran out to my car before com-riodisorder, like Turret's Syn- - ing into contact with another mem- ber of the congregation. drome. Now Ive done a few embarrassIt all comes down to control of ones thoughts. Though I try over ing things in my life, but this was and over to stay focused, my thoughts much worse than getting broccoli are like cattle pushing through the stuck between your front teeth. I fence to stray. When theyre gone hung my head for a week. When my it's hard to round em up and get em friends called and asked, "What in back in the corral ' the heck wu going on?" I explained Unfortunately there are cons and told them I was a Bad, bind to forgetting where you arq1 son. and what your purpose is. Two of the' I thought the Bishop might call most dangerous places are intersec- - end ask to see me. He didn't, though I wished he had so I could have turns and churches. Sometimes I get so busy with my profusely apologized and begged to thoughts darting around in my head be allowed back into the fold. when I approach an intersection I've My very best friends told me it my husbands fault But I knew forgotten which direction I should go. After a few seconds and usually my blame and I had to own up to my the wrong turn to "who knows behavior. where" I remember where I was Some lessons are hard taught For weeks I could hardfy look aqy of headed. Church is equally dangerous place the other congregation members in to forget oneself, which happens to the eye, but I guess I've learned me whenever there is a complete something because now, other than silence or a very dry speaker. an occasional chuckle and snort, no One week my husband found a swear words are going to come out of straight pin pushed into the plush this womans mouth in church. m - non-funn- I red-face- shoul-startli- ng per-quenc- strangers." We encourage people to welcome the census taker as they, perform this important civic job, Lavin said. "It is very important to check for proper identification, but once you are sure the person is a Census Itaker, should welcome them. These are people hired from your local neighbor(mod, who speak your language and understand your culture. They are doing a difficult job in order to help the country, and your answers to the census will benefit your community for years to come. The following are ways that the public can identify an official census taker. Real census takers will: Wear a red, w hite and blue name badge The badge says "Census Enumerator on it, and features the blue seal ofthe Department of Commerce. The person's picture is not on the badge, but their signature is. People may also ask the Census taker for a photo ID. Have a phone number for their local office, which you may call to verify employment. " Carry a black Census 2000 tote bag. Carry official census forms. Have a printed statement vcri- fying that your answer are A Physician's Perspective Dr. Mark Mitchell, a family practitioner in Roosevelt, has had patients use the oils with good results, but adds that when it cornea to healing, the individual's attitude plays an important role as well. "My philosophy on things like this is, if it works snd its not harmful I cant criticize it. la there merit to essential oils? Perhaps. Is it going to work on everybody? No, but nothing works on everybody. I am in favor of whatever makes anyone feel better, within reason. He said ha is put off by folks who claim that everything natural is good and everything medical is had. "That's not true and neither is the opposite," he notes. "Thera is no such thing as God in a bottle. You need to assimilate the good from all places and realise that sometimes other things are necessary. in the long run, more important than efficacy of what they are doing is their own passion and belief. For more information on Young Living Essential Oils or for a copy of the caawtte tape, "The Missing Link, contact Steve Malnar at (435) hard-to-mana- CHECKING IT OUT Kay Harmston of UBMC gives a person a checkout during last w eek's health fair. 11 Organic Soli Conditioner ourtVvZ HW cbrKcy - m reg. f HOMEUTE Mini-Till- er 16 hp Sprayer Polyank Homattarden body. Exterior SO lbs OPTIMUM 3 Most oils are effective when applied to the bottom of the feet. The effects of a single application can last to five months. However, because of their volatility and high evaporation rate, they do notbuild up in the Nutri-Mul- ch rgri sku1920 ' ach. Update your exterior untfi spectacular savings on Fuller O'Brien Weather King II exterior paints I ftrtSzer Steer Manure icufi Skull 930 well-bein- Applying the oil is painlesg. the need and the essential be can it applied to the temples, oil forehead, back of neck, ujHlerixr.wer the heart, lower back, along tl spine, on bones and joints, the tipofine nose, on shoulders, wriztz, and on the stom- Classifieds our Store this week for great IFA Garden Specials 16-1- 6-8 Peppermint Please There are about 100 essential oils. Malnar said that, in his experience, peppermint oil is the most commonly used. Peppermint helps sooth digestion. Studies have been conducted to show its ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. It is also thought to be somewhat of a diet aid because it triggers a sensation of fullness after meals. Peppermint may also help arthritis, indigestion, depression, headaches, inflammation and morning sickness. The Peoples Desk Reference for essential oils provides information on the constituents of the available oils and blends and how to beet utilize their specific qualities. For instance, a drop or two of the Thieves oil blend on the tongue has been known to cure smokers of their habit. A blend of 12 oils named Harmony promotes physical and emotional healing by bringing about a harmonic balance to the energy centers of the body. It is beneficial in reducing stress and creating a general overall feeling of Lavender heals burns without scar ring. Lemon (from the peel) is one of the world's best antiseptics. Rose oil andylangylang help alleviate feelings of sadness. When Peace and Calming is defused in the home it may help calm overactive and children. -- - J Come visit Garden So should essential oils be considered some type of magic cure-a- ll for everything? No, says Malnar, but the called the "missing link of oils modern medicine are proving their effectiveness when it comes to natural healing Malnarsuffered foreightyeais from chronic bronchitis and fungal infections. He was told he would have to take pills for the rest of his life to combat the illnesses, but even antibiotics foiled to provide relief. He became interested in the healing qualities of essential oils three years ago after hearing a tape, "The Missing Link, toutingthe uses of the product. He beaded straight to Psyson where Young Living Essential Oils is headquartered and picked up the Essential Seven kit, which includes the single oils ofPeppermint.Lemon, and Lavender, and the oil blends of Purification, PanAwqy, Jqy, and Peace and Calming Essential oils are the subtle, volatile liquids that are distilled from plants, shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes and seeds. Their make-u- p is very compatible to human blood. Their complex chemical constituents havp the ability to cleanse, protect, oxygenate, nourish and offer many therapeutic benefits to the body. Blood studies have revealed that the lipid structure of essential mis penetrate cells deep in the body and can pass throughout tissues within minutes. Unlike prescription medicine, the body does not become immune to essential oils, and there are no side effects. The oils are also known to be effective remedies when it comes to "emotional healing" Even though essential oil have been used for millennia in other parts of the world the three Wise Men brought them to the baby Jesus their reputation is just emerging in the United States. Utah is home to one of the largest and most manufacturers of 'essential oils. Young Living Essential Oils was founded by D.Gary Young in the late 1980s. Youngsstory is perhaps the best testament to the comprehensive healing power of the oils. In 1973 the Idaho farm boy was paralyzed in a logging accident and Confined to a wheelchair. After bouts with depression, intense pain, drugs, and three suicide attempts he decided to take charge pf his own life. Thirteen years later, he ran a half-- marathon, placing both out of 970 ' participants. His search for natural ways to heal the body led him to study the sciences of hematology, acupuncture and pathology, to name a few. 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