Do you suffer from joint pain, muscle aches, anxiety, fibromyalgia? So many of us suffer from symptoms that are caused by inflammation. Inflammation is the leading cause of so many diseases. In our fast paced society, we don’t always eat right and our food and environment are riddle with toxins which compromise our immune system; leaving our bodies with a diminished ability to heal. Our bodies are made to heal, given the optimal environment and nutrition.
In August we introduced our botanical healing oils, Ho’ōla and La’i, at the Made in Hawaii Festivals. The healing oils along with our Homegrown ‘Olena Teas have helped so many in the battle against inflammation. They have been well received and we are so happy to be sharing a healthy alternative for relief from some of the ailments that plague so many of us.
Ho’ōla was created to decrease inflammation. It is made from natural and organic roots which are mostly locally grown. Maui Awa Root, Kailua ‘Olena root, Kaua’i Ginger Root, and Ashwagandha from India are all naturally steeped in Organic Coconut Oil. As you can see from the line up of these powerful roots, this healing oil is packed with inflammation fighting goodness. Benefits of the individual ingredients in Ho’ōla include:
Awa (Kava Kava): Promotes stress and anxiety relief, and relaxation.
‘Olena (Turmeric): Potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Lowers risk of heart disease. Improves brain function and lowers risk of brain disease. Has been shown to inhibit cancer cell growth.
Ginger: Promotes digestion. Relieves nausea, indigestion, inflammation, muscle pain and soreness. Helps fight infections.
Ashwagandha: Adaptogen; meaning that it can help your body adapt to stress. Reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels, anxiety, and depression. Pain reliever that acts on the nervous system.
Some suffer from anxiety, depression, brain fog, pms, and hot flashes to name a few. I have to say that La’i has personally helped me with calming my nervous system; giving me a sense of balance. Many of you know that I created our Calm & Clarity aromatherapy spray for stress and anxiety. I still use it to get me through the rough patches, however, I now use the La’i as a preventative measure before I leave the house every morning. I cant say enough good things about La’i. It has brought me peace of mind and a sense of serenity to know that I have La’i in my healing arsenal.
Like Ho’ōla, La’i is packed with healing goodness in the form of healing flowers. Most of the flowers are locally sourced with the exception of the Romanian Arnica. La’i was created to calm the nervous system and decrease pain. The healing benefits of the flowers in La’i include:
Lavender: Promotes calming, relaxation, and wellness. Commonly used for stress, anxiety, headache, insomnia, depression, and pain.
Tulsi: Also known as Holy Basil. Reduces stress, improves sleep, and boosts the immune system. Soothes headaches, relieves earaches, protects the stomach, and reduces body fever.
Arnica: Traditionally used to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. Natural analgesic.
Vanilla: Powerful antioxidant properties. Optimizes digestive function. Immunity booster. The natural scent of vanilla has been studied and proven to reduce stress and anxiety.
Both Ho’ōla and La’i are special to me and I use them both regularly. Ho’ōla is vital in spot treating my joint pain after workouts and long days at work in the hospital or at fairs and events. La’i has been heaven sent to calm my nervous system, thereby reducing nerve pain and anxiety. I am so grateful to be able to share these botanical oils which offer us all a better quality of life.
STAY TUNED …… The next creation in the Botanical Healing Oil line is HIAMOE! Yes, for all of you who suffer from insomnia THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!!!
[These healing oils are not “essentials oils”. Essential oils are often used for aromatherapy and are very fragrant. The plant roots and flowers are steeped in coconut oil where the medicinal properties of the plant are naturally extracted into the oil. So if you are sensitive to the fragrance of essential oils, you will not have a problem with using our healing oils. ]