I have just released my second post within my series on integrative modalities for supporting mental health that discusses essential oils. The overall goal of all of these articles is to empower both patients and providers with information on how supplements, essential oils, and lifestyle practices can support those who struggle with psychological diagnoses....
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One of the Earliest “Hacks” to Emotional Health: Essential Oils on the Brain (Biochemistry)
We’ve been on quite a journey exploring how a natural supplement can support mental health. It started out with the “superhero” antioxidant NAC (N-acetylcysteine). I first highlighted its most well-known uses. After reviewing them, I’m sure you’ll agree that it does deserve its place in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) Phase 4. If...
Exploring More on How Essential Oils Can “Hack” Brain Signals
My goals with my recent articles on exploring the use of NAC (N-acetylcysteine) for mental health are several: to demonstrate that various natural modalities can be used in conjunction with conventional approaches to assist those with stigmatizing mental illnesses to help bridge the gap between integrative, conventional, and alternative practitioners through using language that...
The Great and Powerful NAC: An Antioxidant for Balancing Mental and Emotional Health
In my previous article, I introduced the amazing capacities of the well-known antioxidant N-acetylcysteine (NAC). NAC is most well-known for its use in conventional medicine for the treatment of acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose. It has been shown to restore levels of the “master” antioxidant, glutathione (GSH), which prevents the damage that can result from excess...