Recently, I was getting a foot massage from my wonderful husband after a 12-hour day of being on my feet at work. I could feel certain areas on my feet that were really sore. Of course, I’ve always been aware that we have pressure points on our feet but never thought much of it until […]
Category: Essential Oils
Turning 50 With Essential Oils
Well, it happened…I turned the fabulous “FiFTY.” Some people dread turning the big 5-0 for a variety of reasons, but not me. I’m excited about it. I see this milestone birthday as the age of respect. I have knowledge I didn’t have in my 20’s, 30’s or even 40’s. I have experiences I wouldn’t trade […]
Best Essential Oils For Better Sleep
How many times have we heard the expression, “You’re just getting tired with age.” Well, I’m turning 50 this year and I’m a firm believer that aging doesn’t equal a decline in my energy level, however, I know if I don’t get enough sleep, I will inevitably be sluggish and tired and really pushing myself […]
Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Naturally
Aging is never easy. I have started to see some telltale signs in my joints in the past year, but of course, I know I’m my own worst critic. I love using my Lemongrass essential oil for some back and neck pain that I experience from time to time but recently, I started having some […]
Staying Healthy Through The Coronavirus Crisis
We all are feeling the effects these days from the novel coronavirus sweeping the globe. I live in the Midwest, in the middle of farm country, so for me, it is social distancing at its best but being quarantined at home has proven to be difficult from experiencing extreme boredom. On the upside, I have […]
Health Benefits of Organic Coconut Oil
Many people know that pure coconut oil has many uses but did you know that organic coconut oil has anti-viral, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties? I was surprised by this so I decided to research the health benefits of organic coconut oil and what I found was pretty amazing. Increases Metabolic Rate Using virgin coconut oil […]
CBD And Essential Oils Are Better Together
CBD is a hot topic today for its significant medicinal benefits, however recently I have found CBD and Essential oils are better together. This is the latest trend in Europe and CBD companies are starting to catch on in the US. Why Combine CBD With Essential Oils? Essential oils are primarily comprised of organic compounds […]
What Is Neroli Oil?
I recently purchased some Neroli essential oil and experimented with some of its uses. I found that it’s safe to use on sensitive skin, it’s a great moisturizer for dry skin, and is one of the most widely used essential oils in perfumery due to its aroma. Many people have asked, what is Neroli oil? […]
Essential Oils And Balancing Hormones
Unbalanced hormones can wreak havoc on our everyday life. Stress, being one of the major factors for both men and women. Under chronic stress, your cortisol levels rise, causing drops in estrogen and progesterone. This can cause menstrual irregularities but did you know that essential oils can help regulate hormone balance? Of course, the best […]
Aromatherapy And Your Health
Aromatherapy derived its name from the word “aroma”, which means smell and “therapy”, which means treatment. So, how does aromatherapy play a role in a healthier lifestyle? Aromatherapy oils can have a positive effect on the immune system and central nervous system. It’s known as a holistic healing treatment used to promote health and well-being. […]