Tamer Essential Oil Blend
Digestive Blend
Nature's Digestive Symphony
Welcome to the soothing embrace of dōTERRA's Tamer Oil Blend, often hailed as the Digestive Blend for its remarkable efficacy in supporting and calming the digestive system. This meticulously crafted fusion brings together Fractionated Coconut Oil, known for its gentle moisturizing properties, with a refreshing ensemble of Spearmint and Japanese Peppermint. These invigorating notes weave seamlessly with the grounding warmth of Ginger and Black Pepper, creating a symphony that not only delights the senses but also offers reprieve. To round off this exquisite blend, Parsley Seed adds an earthy touch, ensuring a harmonious experience that truly exemplifies the power and precision of nature's remedies.
Single Oils: Fractionated Coconut Oil, Spearmint, Japanese Peppermint, Ginger, Black Pepper, Parsley Seed
Aromatic Description: Spicy, sweet, minty
Take a Closer Look
Let's take a deeper dive into this blend and its single oils
Spearmint (Mentha spicata):.
Spearmint boasts a fresh, sweet, and minty aroma that is less intense than peppermint. Its scent can be uplifting and invigorating. Known for its antispasmodic and carminative properties, Spearmint can aid in digestion and soothe occasional stomach upsets. Additionally, it offers a sense of focus and can stimulate a tired mind. Beyond aiding in digestion, Spearmint is also popularly used in oral care products due to its refreshing properties.
Japanese Peppermint (Mentha arvensis):
Japanese Peppermint has a sharp, intense minty aroma, often characterized by its cooling and refreshing scent. Renowned for its high menthol content, it provides a cooling sensation when applied to the skin. It's often used for its soothing properties, particularly concerning discomfort and muscle tension. Apart from its widespread use in aromatherapy, Japanese Peppermint is a staple in balms, creams, and ointments meant for muscle relaxation.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale):
Originally from Southeast Asia, Ginger has been coveted for thousands of years for its culinary benefits. Ginger oil presents a warm, spicy, and woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper. Well-regarded for its soothing and digestive properties, Ginger oil can alleviate nausea and support overall digestive health. Beyond digestive support, Ginger oil is also used for tension relief, respiratory issues, and to boost the immune system.
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum):
The oil emits a warm, spicy, and slightly sharp aroma, reminiscent of the dried spice. Rich in antioxidants, Black Pepper oil aids digestion, improves circulation, and provides relief from aches and tension. Apart from its culinary uses, Black Pepper oil is also used to enhance stamina, improve circulation, and provide warmth to areas of discomfort.
Parsley Seed (Petroselinum crispum):
Parsley Seed oil offers a slightly sweet, herbaceous, and woody aroma. Known for its detoxifying properties, Parsley Seed oil can help flush out toxins from the body. It also supports kidney and liver function and promotes a balanced internal system. Traditionally, Parsley Seed oil is also used for its cleansing properties and its ability to soothe and provide relief from joint tension.
10 ways to use tamer oil
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Soothing Stomach Roller: At the first signs of tummy discomfort, gently roll the Tamer blend over the abdomen in a circular motion to help alleviate occasional digestive upsets.
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Pre-Meal Prep: Before meals that might be a bit heavy or new for your child's palate, apply the blend to their wrists or the soles of their feet as a preparatory step to aid digestion.
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Travel Buddy: Long car rides or flights can sometimes upset little tummies. Keep the Tamer blend handy and roll onto their belly or wrists to ease motion-induced discomfort.
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Calming Bedtime Ritual: Incorporate Tamer into your child's nighttime routine by rolling it onto their stomach. This can help with any nighttime digestive discomfort and promote a restful sleep.
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Growth Spurt Support: Sometimes growth spurts can lead to digestive changes. Use Tamer as a daily tool during these times, applying it to the belly or the back of the neck.
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Post-Snack Soother: After enjoying treats or unfamiliar foods, your child's stomach might feel a bit off. A quick roll of the Tamer blend can provide immediate relief.
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Active Play Recovery: After a day of active play and perhaps a few too many treats, roll Tamer on the bottom of your child's feet to help ease any stomach discomfort.
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School Lunch Support: Knowing school lunches can sometimes be a mix of different foods, arm your child with the Tamer blend roller bottle to use post-lunch for any digestive unease.
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Comfort for the Nervous Tummy: Sometimes, kids can experience stomach discomfort due to nerves, like before a big test or event. A gentle application of the Tamer blend can offer some comfort.
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Massage Companion: For an added touch of relaxation and digestive support, incorporate the Tamer blend into a gentle abdomen massage for your child.
essential emotions
Let's take a look at the emotional and spiritual benefits of Tamer Essential Oil, followed by a discussion on the profound impact of essential oils on emotions through the lens of the limbic system and the brain.
Emotional Benefits
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Grounding Emotions: The blend's natural components, especially Ginger and Black Pepper, can instill a sense of grounding, helping children feel more rooted and less overwhelmed by their surroundings or situations.
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Eases anxious feelings: The calming notes of Spearmint and Japanese Peppermint can help reduce feelings of uneasy or nervousness, especially in unfamiliar or challenging situations.
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Boosts Confidence: By alleviating physical discomforts, children can feel more at ease and confident in their day-to-day activities, knowing they have a tool to help them manage any digestive upsets.
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Promotes Emotional Balance: The synergy of the oils can help in balancing fluctuating emotions, especially useful during growth spurts or hormonal changes in older children.
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Encourages Mindfulness: The aromatic properties can be an anchor for children to focus on their breathing, encouraging moments of mindfulness and presence.
Spiritual Benefits
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Enhances Connection: The blend, when used in a ritualistic manner, can enhance a child's connection to their inner self and to the world around them, fostering a sense of belonging.
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Stimulates Intuition: Ginger, known as the "oil of empowerment," can awaken inner wisdom and intuitive feelings in children, enabling them to trust their gut feelings.
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Spiritual Protection: Black Pepper, traditionally believed to offer protection, can create a subtle spiritual shield, helping children feel safe and protected from negative energies.
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Opens Heart Energy: Parsley Seed is believed to open channels of love and acceptance. Using Tamer oil can help children in embracing love, both for themselves and others.
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Encourages Spiritual Growth: By promoting grounding and connection, the oil blend supports children in their spiritual journey, allowing them to be more receptive to life's lessons and spiritual insights.
Why Essential Oils Impact Emotions Profoundly
The profound effects of essential oils on emotions can be traced back to the intricate workings of our brain, particularly the limbic system. Here's how:
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Limbic System Connection: The limbic system, which includes structures like the amygdala and the hippocampus, plays a crucial role in our emotional responses, memory, and motivation. When we inhale the aroma of an essential oil, the scent molecules travel up the nose and interact with olfactory receptors. These receptors send signals directly to the limbic system.
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Immediate Response: Given the direct pathway to the limbic system, the effects of essential oils on our emotions can be almost immediate. For instance, calming scents might quickly ease anxious feelings, while invigorating ones can provide an almost instant uplift in mood.
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Memory and Association: The hippocampus's role in memory means that certain aromas can evoke powerful emotional memories. A scent can take us back to a cherished memory, infusing us with the associated emotions.
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Hormonal Impact: The limbic system also influences the hypothalamus, which can trigger the release of hormones. Certain essential oils can, therefore, indirectly impact the release of hormones like serotonin or cortisol, further influencing our emotional state.
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Holistic Experience: Essential oils provide a holistic experience, harmonizing both physiological responses and psychological perceptions. Their multi-dimensional impact makes them a potent tool for emotional and spiritual wellness.
The inherent properties of individual essential oils, coupled with our personal memories and experiences, make each person's experience with an oil unique. As such, essential oils can be powerful tools in emotional wellness, aiding in relaxation, mood regulation, and overall emotional well-being.
tamer oil affirmations for kids
Here are five simple affirmations designed for kids in conjunction with the use of the Tamer Oil Blend:
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"My tummy feels calm and happy."
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"Every breath I take makes me feel more at peace."
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"I trust my body and its strength."
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"I am grounded and comfortable in my skin."
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"With every roll, I feel more balanced and at ease."
Using these affirmations along with the Tamer Oil Blend can enhance the overall experience and create a positive association for kids between the scent and their emotions.
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