The Herpes simplex viruses afflict between 50% and 80% of the adult population in the United States. Whether oral, herpes, genital herpes, or shingles (Herpes zoster), traditional medical support can be expensive and time-consuming. For the afflicted with a preference for natural remedies, essential oils are a thoroughly-researched alternative. Salvatore Battaglia, in The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, highlights a variety of […]
It must have been planetary; The other day, folks here in the office and out in the world were rife with anxiety. Perhaps it was a matter of life transition, seasonal change, or just short nights of sleep during the long summer days. In any case, anxiety feels good to no one. Myself, I researched […]
We’re frequently asked “how much essential oil should I use in this formula”? And we give some commonly used range of percent concentrations. Through testing, however, we’ve realized measuring the amount of essential oil for this is a little more complex than one would think. The reason being is that each essential oil has a […]
Releasing an Addiction to Nicotine: Supporting One’s Condition with Essential Oils In a society that is fast-paced, continually demanding, and somewhat isolated socially, some of us turn to substances to fill the void. In craving human contact, devotion, accountability, and interconnection, we may from time to time find ourselves alien from others, participating with them […]
The liver is responsible for over 500 bodily functions, and is peripherally involved in every single physiological function. As the organ that cleanses the blood coming from the digestive tract before sending it to other parts of the body, the liver occasionally needs support to function properly. Enter essential oils! All of the toxins and chemicals […]
The third chakra, located at the solar plexus, houses organs of the digestive and endocrine systems, as well as our self-esteem, perception and intuition, intellect, and personal power. Dysfunctions of the Third Chakra may affect the stomach, liver, pancreas, adrenal glands, and the upper intestines, as well as the mid-to upper-spine. The emotional and mental […]
Now that summer is in full swing and we’re doing more outdoor activities, we have to be careful of injuries from accidents and overuse. To soothe injuries, aches, and pains from the trail or the treadmill, add a blend of anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and rejuvenating essential oils to your first-aid kit. A few of our favorite […]