Ann Sullivan

"Dear Ann, I am a big fan of your Essential Oil books. My doctor has recently indicated that my cholesterol levels are high, which has led to increased amounts of stress trying to deal with that. This, in turn, has also resulted in a spike in blood pressure, all of which are not healthy for me. Is there an essential oil that you would recommend for these conditions?" Cholesterol can be good or bad; high levels of bad cholesterol are unhealthy for a several reasons. High levels of bad cholesterol can also lead to high blood pressure, or hypertension, which is not a healthy condition for your body to endure, and stress has never done anything good for anybody. Fortunately, one of my all-time favorite essential oils to use for all three of these conditions is Lemongrass. This particular essential oil has the inherent ability to help alleviate many of the symptoms associated with high levels of cholesterol, stress, hypertension, as well as pain relief for aches, pains, and sore muscles. Lemongrass is also a very good essential oil to use as a focus enhancer. If you find yourself distracted from all of the stressful events of your day, a few small drops of Lemongrass placed just below the nasal passages will assist you with managing the stress and staying on topic until the task is done. I have no doubt consumers will appreciate Lemongrass as much as I do. To Your Happiness & Wellness, Ann Sullivan

"Hello Ann I've purchased several of your previous recipe books and I've always been fascinated with the varieties you are able to come up with. I have searched high and low for a cookbook that focuses on hamburger, as that serves as a staple here on the homestead. We raise beef cattle, and it would be nice to spice up some old dishes and try a few new " Hamburger is a staple here at the Sullivan household as well. My grandparents both raised beef cattle, that's how my folks originally met, so we had plenty of hamburger growing up, and we still have half a freezer full of packaged hamburger any day of the year. It took me a little while to compile the recipes in this book. Being a hamburger fan, I felt it necessary to try each of these recipes before giving them space on these pages. The recipes you find here will definitely spice up some older dishes, and entice you to sample a few new platters I have put together. I hope you enjoy Bon Appetit, Ann Sullivan

"Hello Ann I am a huge fan of your work with essential oils. I am the mother of 3 children, ages 9 months, 3 years, and 5 years. My two oldest children have sensitive skin and allergic reactions to common household cleaners. Do you have any suggestions on how I can make my own, perhaps with essential oils?" I get questions like this from my readers all the time. Truth be told, I don't too many people who don't have some type of reaction to household cleaners. They are chemical heavy concoctions with strong industrial odors that really don't belong in the house at all. Fortunately, there are several DIY methods of making your own Green Cleaners using essential oils, which is what I have compiled in this book. These are very simple recipes that should provide the chemical free conditions you and your family deserve. To Your Happiness & Wellness, Ann Sullivan

Myrrh, or Commiphora myrrha, has been used for thousands of years by the Ancient Egyptians and by the Arabians, primarily to support skin conditions. The antioxidant properties of myrrh effectively benefit everything from wrinkles to chapped or cracked skin. Myrrh is also full of sesquiterpenes, which aid the pituitary, hypothalamus and amygdala, all of which deeply affects emotions. This results in an uplifting and restorative sense of being. With such estimable properties, it's no wonder that myrrh was gifted to the baby Jesus, alongside gold and frankincense. Beyond those applications previously mentioned, additional uses for myrrh essential oil include supporting the body's defenses against athlete's foot, chapped skin, halitosis, itching, ringworm, amenorrhea, bronchitis, dysmenorrhea, gums, oral hygiene, toothache, colds, flu, cough, cuts, wounds, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, dermatitis, indigestion, stomachache, yeast infection and other skin issues. When it comes to mood and emotion, myrrh essential oil can help relieve stress by providing an uplifting sense of being. Myrrh is derived from the Arabic word for "bitter," which is "murr." Mentioned over 150 times in the Bible, myrrh has been valued for thousands of years, even making an appearance in the ancient Egyptian medical text, Ebers Papyrus, which includes 700 therapeutic remedies from 1550 BC. One of the many traditional applications for this oil was to uplift. Pregnant women were often anointed with the oil to improve their mood. Learn everything you need to know about the many uses and benefits of Myrrh essential oil including recipes, studies, applications and more. To your wellness, Ann Sullivan

"Hello Ann, I have several of your essential oil books, and I am a huge fan of the DIY recipe sections. I recently discovered that my teenage son and daughter are both beginning to suffer from dandruff. I started looking through my books for an effective essential oil recipe and didn't find one. What would you recommend?" Quite a few people suffer from dandruff, it is a very common scalp condition, and isn't anything to be too concerned about if caught and treated early enough. If left untreated, dandruff can become a bigger problem, often causing temporary hair loss, as a result of intense itching and inflammation in the affected area. There are several OTC hair care products that advertise being effective against dandruff; however, more people are now beginning to search for natural DIY recipes that will allow them to make chemical free solutions to the troubles that ail them. When it comes to dandruff, I always recommend using a DIY shampoo rich in Melaleuca; also known as Tea Tree, Melaleuca is an effective ingredient in any DIY dandruff control shampoo To Your Continued Well-being, Ann Sullivan

"Hello Ann, I have read several of your books on Essential Oils recently and was wondering if they might help my husband, he suffers from migraines which cause nausea and a lack of appetite. His doctor started him on 2 prescriptions 6 months ago; he is now taking up to 6 prescriptions and we would appreciate any helpful suggestions you might offer." Migraine headaches are no laughing matter; I know firsthand as I used to suffer from them myself as a teenager. I can recall the school nurse calling my mother to come pick me up on several occasions when a migraine would hit. They were so debilitating that I would have to lie down in a dark room for hours before relief would arrive.Coriander is the first essential oil I would recommend for this type of condition. Coriander is capable of alleviating symptoms associated with migraines. As an added bonus Coriander essential oil also has inherent properties that stimulate appetites and relieve nausea, which makes this the perfect essential oil to address these types of wellness issues. I have included several recipes for essential oil blends that include the use of Coriander for a number of ailments that quite a few people suffer from on a daily basis. Readers will learn the properties and benefits associated with Coriander essential oil. I am confident they will enjoy and appreciate the opportunity to experience these wonderful gifts from nature. To Your Happiness & Wellness, Ann Sullivan

So many uses for essential oils, where should I start? With this essential oils guide, you will get all the everyday recipes you need in order to live your life safely with essential oils. Want some examples of what you will learn in this book? How to purify the air you're breathing How to stimulate your brain while studying How you can keep fruits longer What kind of essential oils to use for what kind of massage How to repel flies How to help fight insomnia How to enhance your mood And much, much more... Every recipe you will find in this book has been tested and is easy to use. Follow them and you will see the results. To your wellness, Ann Sullivan

"Ann, I suffer periodically from bouts with rheumatism and arthritis. Sometimes the pain and inflammation are too much to bear. Is there an essential oil I can use to relieve some of these symptoms?" Rheumatism and arthritis are problematic issues for many of our senior citizens. Normal OTC (Over The Counter) medications for rheumatism and arthritis can be costly, especially for those who suffer frequent episodes of joint pain and inflammation. One of the essential oils I often recommend to those looking for alternative herbal assistance, is Cassia. Cassia is defined as a "hot," or "warm" oil. It is a member of the cinnamon family and has a long history of being used to improve blood circulation, fight depression, and relieve joint pain and inflammation. I often recommend using Cassia essential oil in a blend of other oils, or with a carrier, as it can be quite warm if applied neat. Readers will be enlightened on the many uses and properties associated with Cassia essential oil. I have included a few of my favorite blend recipes that utilize the benefits of Cassia essential oil for the ailments that adversely affect them the most. I think they will be just as excited about using the oil, and pleased with the results, as I am when I use them. To Your Happiness & Wellness, Ann Sullivan