In an earlier post from my holiday sanity articles, I explored the implications of incorporating spirituality into healthcare due to its associations to better health outcomes. Ancient sacred texts in various traditions have documented using combinations of aromatics to enhance spiritual connection. Due to their many other benefits, essential oils and other integrative modalities...
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Wrapping Up on Frankincense Oil & Dealing with Addictions During the Holidays
Last week, I wrapped up our discussion on the many powerful benefits of frankincense (Boswellia sp.). The fact that this oil is accompanied with such numerous and impressive research made it predominate within my series for supporting holiday sanity. I knew the topic of frankincense oil would naturally bring up the question of...
Choosing the Right Species of Frankincense Oil
The Conclusion to the Series on the Cure for Boswellia Bewilderment In my series for keeping you sane and calm during the hectic holiday season, I reported that one of my favorite ways to support physical, emotional, and spiritual health is with the use of the sacred essential oil, frankincense. In doing this, I...
Boswellia Bewilderment- Choosing the Right Frankincense Oil: Part II
Now that the celebration of American Thanksgiving has passed, many find themselves in the midst of the biggest shopping period of the year in preparation for the next holiday! (source, source) Some may have become jaded that the spirit of the season has been overshadowed by consumerism. Regardless of religion or ethnicity, however,...
Boswellia Bewilderment- Choosing the Right Frankincense Oil
Last week I continued with my second tip on making the holidays less stressful by highlighting the emotional and physically soothing aspects of essential oils. I discussed how essential oils are unique in that their odor has an instantaneous effect on our brain’s perception, shifting our mood, and balancing the stress response. Yet, their...
Holistic Tips for a Calmer, Brighter Holiday with the Soul-full Scents of Essential Oils
May Your Days Be Merry and Less Hectic In order to help you have a calmer and brighter holiday, I am creating a series of articles that provides you with tools, tips, and resources for a less stressful season. These posts will provide information on how to soothe the brain and body during these...
Holiday Stress on the Brain and the Soothing Aromas of Essential Oils
Holidays can signify cheer and celebration while simultaneously demanding more than usual. These additional stressors can have systemic effects that can cause havoc and a slew of symptoms. Ever hear the phrase, “stress makes you stupid?” Guess what, it’s a scientific truth! In my latest post, I explore the biochemistry of stressed out brains...
How Culture, Beliefs, and Perceptions Alter Hormonal Symptoms in Menopause and Effect Overall Health
Many integrative health followers are becoming more comfortable with the fact that optimizing lifestyle and nourishment can result in better health outcomes. Furthermore, essential oils’ lovers everywhere are also enjoying the advantage of their drops of superpower to optimize their cellular functions. Still, few have contemplated how one’s culture impacts wellness through its influence...
Essential Oils as Powerful Support for Immune Health for the Fall and Into the Holidays
In my latest blog, I discuss five reasons why essential oils are my favorite wellness tool for natural immune support. These include: They have multiple, yet selective actions. They protect our bodies without harming them (or our microbiome). The many side-benefits of using essential oils. Their ability to address the underlying causes and...
An Introduction to a Cultural and Mind-Body Perspective on Health, Hormones, and Menopause
In the past few weeks, my focus on hormones has taken us on a journey of viewing endocrine and reproductive health from an integrative, naturopathic, and functional medicine perspective. I’ve explored the effects from even tiny shifts in these chemical messengers. With the slightest alteration, these powerful single molecules have system-wide impact that goes...