September doTERRA

For a personal wellness review or to schedule a class of any size contact MJ at mj@bhaktiwellness.com or visit product website at www.mydoterra.com/marianneladuke.
I use Immortelle every day for cellular renewal! Love it!

Essential Oils for Mood Balancing

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Keeping Mindful Awareness Present in Food Choices: Buyer Beware!

So, this morning after my yoga session I went to grab a bowl of cereal. My eyes scanned the pantry and saw the sweet temptation of the kid cereal laden with sugar, or so I thought.  I saw my Special K and decided to stick to my guns, but something made me pause.  I gazed at the side panel and began to peruse the ingredient list and a little disappointed in the amount of protein: 2 grams. It was the same as Captain Crunch! And then I looked further at the three cereal choices I had and the shock continued...
The Special K has a list on the front of the box (right corner hidden in picture) and it lists folic acid as a highlight.  Well, the so-called healthy cereal has 35%, Captain Crunch 100% and Mini Wheats 50%! I usually look at a few key areas: sugar, vitamins, fiber, protein and sometimes calories.

I can't believe I was duped! Darn you Special K!  I even eat that cereal because it reminds me of a dear friend, one of my special au pairs from Chile, Fernanda.
I know these are not organic and I strive to eat healthy, but I don't go overboard.  I am a pescetarian (I eat only fish, no other meat) and I do eat dairy, one of my favorite foods.  Well, cheese, that is.  I tried once to give it up and it lasted a day. I do not struggle with weight so I fear if I did give it up I would whither away.
Anyhow, the facts are out!  They have always been there just waiting for me to read them. Blatant. Good thing I use my certified pure therapeutic grade doTERRA essential oils for overall wellness!  I strengthen my immune system on a regular basis, detox and purify my home, life, studio, laundry and more!
To find out more about doTERRA, check out my site!

Namaste ~ MJ

dōTERRA’s new 2014 Holiday Guide is here!

 Browse the doTERRA 2014 Holiday Catalog

dōTERRA’s new 2014 Holiday Guide is here! Celebrate this holiday season by giving the gift of essential oils. This Holiday Guide includes a Balance Neck Wrap, Travair car diffuser, a large wooden essential oil storage box, and much more! Items will be available to purchase on November 1, 2014.

Order from my website HERE. 

Learn more about using essential oils for wellness, health and happiness. Contact me today!

Happy Holidays and Namaste! MJ

Comparing Essential Oils (EO) with dōTERRA CPTG EO

Essential oils (EO) are getting quite the press lately and more and more people seem to know about them, already use them, or have been exposed to them in some shape or form. Just today I was getting my teeth cleaned and when I was speaking to my hygienist about how I do not take any synthetic drugs and I only use EO she chimed right in and said she had been to a class and bought an entire kit for to replace her medicine cabinet!  We even use the same line.

For those not exposed to this new approach to wellness (some may call it "healthcare"), let me share a few EO facts:

• EO are 50-70 times more powerful than herbs. 
• They kill bacteria and inhibit the growth of viruses. 
• They enter the bloodstream within 30 seconds. 
• EO are a natural antibiotic and have the ability to kill bacteria.
• EO can be used topically, aromatically, or internally (not all brands).
• EO are safer, cheaper and often more effective than modern medicine.

So that's what I want to share, what the difference is between dōTERRA CPTG (certified pure therapeutic grade) EO vs. others.  I don't believe in slamming other products because I know there is something out there for everyone, but I do want to educate others on the importance of quality and process.

There are different grades of EO:

1. The lowest grade of essential oils are synthetic and are produced in labs that have copied the components of the oil. These oils are very low quality and are used in lotions and perfumes.
2. Next are food grade essential oils. These are used to flavor foods like lemon in salad dressings or cinnamon chewing gum.
3. The next grade, intended for a health benefit, is therapeutic grade. This has held the standard in the essential oil industry for the last 30 years. These are the oils that are found in health food stores and used in the health industry. These oils have served well but now things are even better.

dōTERRA has established a new standard in essential oils called Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (or CPTG). dōTERRA set this standard by demanding the highest quality in all aspects of growing, processing, and distributing essential oils. dōTERRA is committed to obtaining oils from the original source. So they buy oils from growers that they select, train and monitor from all over the world. For example, Lavender comes from France and Frankincense comes directly from Oman. After the oils are 

obtained, they are processed in the manner best suited to that plant. Then they undergo third party testing in two independent labs to certify each batch of oil is pure. There are no synthetics, impurities or chemicals. If a batch does not meet this high standard, it does not make its way into bottles.

I have used dōTERRA EO in my yoga practice for over five years now and have replaced any synthetic medicine for myself and children with it, too!  My 12-year-old daughter even carries her own travel kit of oils.  Her most used oil is a blend of anise, caraway, coriander, fennel, ginger, peppermint, and tarragon to assist in a nervous and/or upset tummy as well as digestive issues.  I diffuse in the home and studio, drink lemon EO daily for my immune system, use a blend of wild orange, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary for cleaning and so much more!

 If you would like more information on dōTERRA, would like to purchase or schedule an in-home or office workshop, please contact MJ here.  

(This information is purely opinion and not meant to be used to replace doctor recommended medicine. Always consult a doctor before using anything new as an answer to and ailment or illness.)

Veggie News.....

Jails are going vegetarian! Healthy, cost effective and eco friendly!


I had a great talk with the Faith Formation Director at our church today and we got on the subject of fasting.  He does it twice a week while I practice a pescatarian lifestyle (fish and veggies) on an ongoing basis.  I recommend to my yoga students a "Meatless Monday" to get them used to sacrifice once a week and a nice cleanse.  Imagine the savings on groceries with 52 meatless meals a year or more! Not to mention the awareness it brings to self preservation as well as preservation of animals and the planet.    

I challenge you to try one day a week during ordinary time vs. perhaps once a year during a religious season or dieting.  Teach your children to live a life of wellness and increase their chances of a lower risk of cancer and a longer life! 

More on this subject soon.....

Keep Your Resolutions on Track with a Healthy Spirit!

2013 is here and many of us have taken the wellness challenge whether it is to lose weight, reduce blood pressure or body fat or just tone up what gravity has slowly pulled down.  The fitness centers and gyms are over crowded, but how long will it last?  How long can YOU stay focused?  Can you take it into February or even June? 

The options are endless from prepackaged foods to gizmos and gadgets, but we need to think about what never changes...our spirit! Perhaps a healthy spirit is the answer to a life of wellness, not to mention happiness. 

Yes, I am a believer in CPTG essential oils, but they go so much farther than assisting our physical needs. We can use them three ways: topically, internally and aromatically.  I love exploring the senses especially with aromas that take us on journeys into our own hearts and minds.  Many of us are too busy to allow our minds to slow down so often we need a little assistance from our nose to stimulate the brain (limbic system) to control emotions and retrieve memories.    This causes chemicals to be released which make the person feel relaxed, calm, or even stimulated. 

Essential oils, phytoncides and other natural volatile organic compounds (VOCs) work differently. When targeting our sense of smell they activate the limbic system and emotional centers of the brain. When applied topically (onto the skin) they activate thermal receptors and destroy microbes and fungi. Internal application may stimulate the immune system (generally in prescribed form).

Once we have calmed the body and mind we can focus on our breath and allow ourselves the peace and tranquility that only comes through meditation.   Think of the Om symbol where the three lines of the "m" represent the awake state, the dream state and the sleep state.  The line above (like a crescent moon) is the blockage that prevents us from achieving our potential ultimate consciousness or awareness (the dot).

So, if you cannot get to this "place" on your own why not try a CPTG (certified pure therapeutic grade) essential oil from doTERRA to help you along your journey.  Only then can you move onto the rest of your life and body to bring total wellness full circle.  Try these obvious steps:
1.  Full Your Energy: get enough sleep, exercise and proper nutrition.
2.  Choose Goals Wisely: don't over commit.
3.  Be Specific (in your goals/resolutions): numbers are easy to follow.
4.  Start Small:  don't set yourself up for failure.
5.  Make a Plan: put it on a calendar and track your goal(s).
6.  Rewards: celebrate your successes!
7.  Be Accountable: share with someone and let them help you stay on task.
8.  Remove Temptation: but allow yourself a little wiggle room.
9.  Visualize it: make a dream board, post images, motivate yourself with inspirational quotes!
10.  Believe you can change: creating neural pathways to the brain can lead to change in habits!

If you would like to explore meditation through yoga as your solitary goal for 2013 or to compliment your current fitness program please contact me for a private appointment to begin your journey.  www.bhaktiwellness.com

Namaste ~ MJ

dōTERRA Launches New Products

The vision and mission remain the same at dōTERRA. In a sometimes grim world, where public health diminishes, health care costs increase, and the global economic crisis remains unanswered, dōTERRA provides individuals with a better choice. Essential oils have become a complimentary or alternative means for individuals and their families to take control of their health.

With the commitment to wellness by many comes global awareness and extraordinary growth with dōTERRA’s unwavering commitment to the highest quality standard—CPTG—essential oils, solid education, and the dedicated hard work of many people. This growth has led to two new, beautiful offices, one in Tokyo and the other in Taipei.  

Now, dōTERRA is pleased to offer several new products to expand the already robust line of CPTG essential oils and wellness products.  I will highlight a few here, but please take more time to educate yourself on the other amazing additions at http://www.doterraeveryday.com/engage-2012-new-products-2/

IQ Mega™
Deodorized Omega-3 Fish Oil

dōTERRA IQ Mega™ takes the fishy taste out of fish oil and puts the fresh orange flavor of dōTERRA’s wild orange CPTG essential oil in this great tasting and easy to swallow omega-3 supplement providing 1,000 mg of concentrated, pure omega-3 from fish oil per serving. IQ Mega contains the essential nutrients EPA and DHA to support healthy brain, cardiovas­cular, immune and joint function.* IQ Mega is formulated to be used daily, by children and adults, with A2Z Chewable.
150 ml (5 fl. oz.) liquid, US $46.00 Retail, *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

 A2Z Chewable
Strawberry Flavored Dietary Supplement
dōTERRA’s A2Z Chewable is a proprietary formula of ingredients developed for children, or for and adults who have difficulty swallowing capsules. Combining a blend of B vitamins with a blend of vitamins A, C, E, and botanical extracts, A2Z Chewable supports healthy cell development and longevity when taken daily.*

 A2Z Chewable is formulated to be used with dōTERRA’s odorless IQ Mega™ Omega-3 fish oil as a comprehensive dietary supple­ment that supports healthy immunity as well as antioxidant protection.

60 Chewable tablets

US $26.00 Retail

Order either item from my website: http://www.mydoterra.com/marianneladuke

Introduction to Kids Yoga

The statistics relating to health, fitness and obesity in children today are daunting. Allow them the gift early on of connecting their mind, body and spirit as they take their first step on the path of yoga. During this customized workshop, they will enjoy movement, increase body awareness and self esteem, and begin to take responsibility for their overall health.


Saturday, July 30 from 11am - 12:30pm or

Sunday, July 31 from 1pm - 2:30pm both in the Bhakti Studio

$15 per child (ages 6-12)

Each child will receive a Yoga Guide to take home and a chakra crystal.

Email mj@bhaktiwellness.com to reserve your child's spot today! Limited space available.