Tea Tree Oil Laboratory Guidance Document Issued by ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program

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The document assesses strengths and limitations of various lab methods to verify the authenticity of tea tree oil

AUSTIN, Texas (October 1, 2018) — The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has released a Laboratory Guidance Document (LGD) on tea tree oil, the essential oil obtained from tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia and M. linariifolia) leaves.

Tea tree oil is a popular ingredient known for its antimicrobial properties. Medicinally, it is widely used as a topical treatment for minor cuts and wounds, other skin problems, and as an inhalant or in chest rub formulations to help alleviate the symptoms of the common cold. In addition, it is frequently included as an ingredient in animal care, home care, personal care, and cosmetic products. Australia is the major producer of tea tree oil, providing an estimated 80% of the global supply. In 2018, Australian tea tree oil exports reached a market…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 03, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 03, 2018  —  anāghāta — freedom from anger or ill-will

Tañca kammaṃ kataṃ sādhu,
yaṃ katvā nānutappati,
yassa patīto sumano,
vipākaṃ paṭisevati.

Well done is that action of doing
which one repents not later,
and the fruit of which,
one reaps with delight and happiness.

Dhammapada 5.68
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Card of the Day – Page of Swords – Wednesday, October 3, 2018

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The Page of Swords is a messenger of the Tarot and, he/she, can be a very talkative sort. This energy tends to be restless and antsy, curious and pushy, and often a bit challenging. Normally, you do not hear me mention too many different astrological terms, but this…SQUARE. Mercury is squaring Pluto and tends to sum up our Page of Swords perfectly today.

You do not have to look too far to see someone trying to force their opinion on another. Today’s Page, being most definitely Mercurial, a/k/a chatty, but with this square, perhaps tending to be overly vocal in expressing one’s thoughts, no matter how trivial the subject. Try to use the curiosity aspect today to research the facts, before acting impetuously, perhaps alienating some you would not wish to alienate. Remember, it is just energy; how you handle it is up to you.

See you here tomorrow!

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Venus turns Retrograde Love reruns

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Venus turns Retrograde October 5th @10 degrees Scorpio until November 16 @ 25 degrees Libra. The Yin goes within. 

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It will take until December 18th for Venus to bypass her Retrograde degree again. Pay attention to the day when Venus changes signs.

Venus Retrograde is a time to reconsider your relationships and while she is in Scorpio to do your deep Shadow work. Check where the Venus retrograde path falls in your natal chart from 25 Libra to 10 degrees Scorpio.

Venus only turns Retrograde 7-8% of the time. Only 7-8% of the world’s population is born during a Venus Retrograde. Every 18-19 months she disappears for 40 days into the Underworld as is described by the ancient story of Goddess Inanna in the Underworld and changes from being the beautiful wishing evening star to the Morningstar. 

Famous Celebrities born during Venus retrograde:

Venus…

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Card of the Day – 2 of Swords – Tuesday, October 2, 2018

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Peace and tranquility, probably not the two words anyone would choose for a Tuesday, but all the more reason to do so. There have been numerous shifts taking place since early May, and you have been trying to simply find your way to your hopes and dreams. Along the way, there has been a great deal of turbulence, the world seems a bit chaotic these days, and this can tend to wear one’s positive attitude down. You do not need to meditate today, but take a little time for yourself to unplug, allowing yourself to strike a balance within yourself, to allow that peaceful tranquil feeling which appears to be missing, to return.

Start by knowing that you can not possibly be aware of all outcomes for all situations; the Universe does not operate that way. The Sun is in Libra, and you could find yourself hesitant in some decisions…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 02, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 02, 2018  —  sukhuma — that which is delicate, or that which is fine, subtle, minute

Yāvajīvampi ce bālo, paṇḍitaṃ payirupāsati,
Na so dhammaṃ vijānāti
dabbī sūparasaṃ yathā.

Though all one’s life a fool associates with a wise person,
one no more comprehends the Truth
than a spoon tastes the flavor of the soup.

Dhammapada 5.64

The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

PBS film celebrates UC Berkeley prof’s ‘Love Affair With the Brain’

“Use it or lose it”… has become an easy shorthand for reminding people to stay mentally sharp in later life through activities like learning a new skill, sport or language. Just think of the sudoku craze, or the well-publicized finding that London taxi drivers had larger-than-usual brain memory centers from mentally calculating the swiftest routes through the city rather than relying on GPS.    […]

Source: PBS film celebrates UC Berkeley prof’s ‘Love Affair With the Brain’

Daily Words of the Buddha for October 01, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 01, 2018  —  ñāya — method, truth, system, fitness, right manner, right conduct

Uṭṭhānenappamādena,
saṃyamena damena ca,
dīpaṃ kayirātha medhāvī
yaṃ ogho nābhikīrati.

By effort and heedfulness,
discipline and self-mastery,
let the wise one make for oneself
an island which no flood can overwhelm.

Dhammapada 2.25

The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita