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09/23/2018 / By Janine Acero

Thyme essential oil has many uses in alternative medicine, as an antimicrobial, antispasmodic, and antioxidant

People have been using plants for various purposes for centuries, most notably for treating different kinds of illnesses. Essential oils derived from these plants, in particular, offer a wide array of medicinal properties that provide relief, prevention, and even reversal of symptoms and side effects. The use of essential oils as medicine for millennia prompted researchers […]

05/26/2018 / By Janine Acero

A primer on how to use essential oils to alleviate stress and anxiety

Stress is a part of everyone’s life that is simply unavoidable. Many things can cause stress, most notably work and school. It can manifest in all sorts of ways, such as sleep problems, digestive distress, and reproductive issues. Anxiety is a debilitating form of stress. It causes repeated and prolonged worrying over a lot of things […]

01/29/2018 / By Janine Acero

Boosting thyroid health with essential oils (and how to use them)

Plants have been used time and again as medicinal aids to various ailments. While most healing properties come directly from the leaves and roots, some plants and herbs offer their essential oils to relieve, prevent, and reverse symptoms. The numerous components of essential oils can be used in a great variety of purposes, from foods […]

11/03/2015 / By Vicki Batts

5 essential oils not to forget this winter

Essential oils are typically used in aromatherapy to aid in the treatment of certain health problems. In cooler months, most people lean towards warmer oils, like cinnamon and nutmeg. But, did you know that citrus essential oils are actually perfect for winter? Here’s a list of the top 5 citrus oils to make your season […]

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