Free radicals and the damage they cause in the body on a cellular level, have become a hot topic in recent years. The oxidative deterioration we face in modern life like stress, pollutants in the environment including those found in our food and water, various diseases and illnesses, and even DNA damage, all take part […]
Archives for October 2018
The Benefits and Properties of Bay Laurel Essential Oil
Since ancient times, laurel leaves have been bestowed upon heroic, poetic, and scholarly Greeks and Romans for their prowess in battle, their mastery of imagery with words, and their esteemed contributions to knowledge. Even college students today who finish their studies are awarded a “bachelor” degree which is derived from the word “bacca-laureus” or “laurel […]
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Astringent
Astringents tighten the pores when used topically and can help reduce the appearance of large pores and also help control excess sebum production. Using astringent essential oils in your homemade recipes can help give your skin a more awake a flawless appearance while also nourishing the skin with their therapeutic properties. Astringent essential oils are […]
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Antiviral
Antiviral essential oils are some of the most powerful and useful essential oils you can have in your medicine cabinet. They help kill germs, viruses, and bacteria in the air and on various surfaces which help keep the spread of cold and flu to a minimum. Simply adding a few drops of your favorite antiviral […]
Essential Oil Quick Usage Guide – Asthma
Asthma is a condition that affects over 25 million American, especially children and young adults, where the bronchial air tubes in the lungs become inflamed, constricted, and clogged with mucus. Today, it is believed that one in twelve people has asthma compared to 10 years ago when one in fourteen people developed the condition. Symptoms […]
Essential Oils Quick Usage Guide – Addictions
Many foods and substances create a chemical dependency that makes you crave them especially sugar, caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol. They can have a serious effect on the brain and often trick it into releasing dopamine (sometimes up to 10 times more than normal) when those cravings are met. Over time, however, more and more of […]
