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The importance of our microbiome, the trillions of organisms and their genetic material that resides in and on our bodies, is profound.
In this episode of The Essential Oil Revolution, I do my first solosode!
I review studies on how essential oils impact the microbiome. Specifically, I explore how they can selectively inhibit pathogens as they support beneficial bacteria in our gut.
Here’s an overview of what I discuss during the show:
– The importance of the microbiome
– How the germ theory missed the mark in treating infections
– The multifactorial effects of essential oils and how their “antimicrobial” effects may not necessarily be “anti-biotic” to all our bugs in our belly
– How herbal therapy interacts with the microbiome to enhance resiliency and feed our “good bugs” as they inhibit “bad” microbes
– Human trials that demonstrate how essential oils combat a specific form of antibiotic resistance
– A review of the current studies that explore how essential oils impact the microbiome with their ability to selectively weed out pathogens while supporting commensals
– The impact of essential oils on modulating weight related to their ability to change the microbiome
– If can combine essential oils with antibiotics
You can listen to the full episode here.
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Disclaimer: This material is for information purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any illness. You should check with your doctor regarding implementing any new strategies into your wellness regime. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
This information is applicable ONLY for therapeutic quality essential oils. This information DOES NOT apply to essential oils that have not been tested for purity and standardized constituents. There is no quality control in the United States, and oils labeled as “100% pure” need only to contain 5% of the actual oil. The rest of the bottle can be filled with fillers and sometimes toxic ingredients that can irritate the skin. The studies are not based solely on a specific brand of an essential oil, unless stated. Please read the full study for more information.
