These are the lazy days of summer, or are they? Vacation planning, kid’s activities, work deadlines, appointments, meetings and more can easily fill our days. The work must go on whether you’re managing a corporation or a family. Even the good activities can bring on the stress, and our body’s response is the same whether […]
Discovering Peace In The Midst Of A Chaotic Schedule
Are you stretched? Financially, emotionally, physically, professionally? Some simple choices in your lifestyle can be all the difference in whether you keep it all together or have a meltdown. You can discover peace in just a few minutes with some simple exercises. Women wear a lot of hats: Mother, sister, daughter, wife, home financial advisor, […]
Are Your Personal Care Products Affecting Your Mood?
Fragrance has a strong influence on American culture. In the USA, hygiene and personal care products are a billion dollar industry, often fragrance is the main factor that differentiates brands. Natural fragrance has been around since the beginning of time, but synthetic fragrance first became mass produced with the introduction of Chanel No. 5 perfume […]
The Best Anti-Aging Essential Oils Promote Longevity
What essential oils offer the best anti-aging properties? Several have withstood the test of time and continue to be a part of many cultures. Americans are finally seeing the value in these therapeutic substances that other cultures have embraced for centuries. The use of essential oils dates back to the beginning of time, some of the […]
Essential Oils for Tension Headaches
In our family we have chosen to try these drug-free options for headache relief, simply because I’d rather save harsh drugs like ibuprofen as a last resort to pain relief. We have managed headaches and many other aches and pains with essential oils and avoided potential kidney and liver damage from overuse of questionable ingredients in […]
Essential Oils for Anxiety, Depression & Attention Disorders
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, if you suffer from chronic anxiety, feelings of despair or attention disorders, see a medical doctor. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any diseases. Anxiety, depression and attention disorders are on the rise. The causes may be two-fold, first simply because we […]
Sandalwood
(Santalum album) from India is steam distilled from the wood. Sandalwood is an oil that dates back to biblical times. It has been used in Ayurvedic medicine to revitalize the skin. It is also been researched for possible anti- tumoral and anti- viral infections (herpes simplex, herpes zoster and cold sores). It supports skin health, […]
Citrus Essential Oils Research and Depression
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. If you are depressed or have feelings of despair, seek medical care immediately. Depression is a common illness, and can be quite serious. Symptoms of depression can include: changes in sleep patterns, not enjoying things you once did, restlessness, anxiety and feeling sad […]