Hormones have a widespread impact on many biological processes, so it makes sense that various issues can become more prominent when these powerful chemical messengers fluctuate in their levels. In fact, up to 90% of women report an aggravation of symptoms before and during their period, premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Interestingly, it is estimated that...
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The Many Wellness Benefits of Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) Essential Oil
Recently, I got an intuitive hunch to explore the use of yarrow (Achillea millefolium) essential oil. I was contemplating what to do for a client struggling with a dermatological condition. She was making some progress with her skin and many other issues, but we both wanted her to reach the next level of healing....
The 8 Most Common Digestive Issues That Occur with Aging: A Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Approach to Staying “Young at Gut”
Keeping Our Bodies and Minds Healthy Over Time… by Focusing on the Gut There are certain biological changes that occur and impact our body’s biological functioning over time. Some general wear and tear on the body is inevitable, but it can eventually lead to an accumulation of damage. This can result in lowered physical...
A Case Study on Using Essential Oils to Soothe Anxiety and Support the Mind and Body
Many people underestimate the influence that odors have on our mental and physical health in comparison to our other senses. Yet, imagine life without them… It would be a world without the scent of grandma’s famous chocolate chip cookies baking in the oven. There would be an absence of the volatile compounds emitted from...
The 3 Ways a “Woman’s Change” into Menopause Impacts Brain Health & Cognition
Recently, I may have shocked a few people when I discussed the important role of hormones on mood. I explained how these chemical messengers can impact emotions so intensely that variations in their levels can lead to extreme irritability, even rage. These outbursts can occur anytime a biological woman’s hormones fluctuate; however, they are...
My Four Favorite Essential Oils to Fortify the Mind and Body and Decrease Stress During the Fall
Although there is a lot of turmoil and trauma coming at us in today’s world, there also exists some tenderness and means to regain our balance. With the world events exerting a large amount of mental and physical toll on all of us, I’ve made it a priority to provide resources to you so...
What is Your Gut-Brain and Why You Should “Mind Your Microbiome”
Did you know that you aren’t all human? Creepily, trillions of tiny microbes (microbiota) have set up their habitats inside and outside your body, starting in utero. In fact, our gastrointestinal (GI) tract alone is home to 1014 cells of thousands of different species of microbiota. These critters form a give-and-take relationship with our...
Have You Heard of Perimenopausal Rage?
How Hormones Can Drive Your Emotions
Women, and those who care about them, have likely experienced how changes in their hormones can impact their emotions. So, the concept that sex hormones have a powerful influence on the brain and body probably isn’t surprising to you. But… Did you know that hormonal changes can make one experience extreme irritability, anger, or...
Resources for Integrative Mental Health Support & Coping with Back-to-School Stress
In the previous article, I explored the extreme stressors children and adults are up against this school year. Due to current events, the economy, and shifting technology, parents, teachers, and kids are dealing with so much more than the usual back-to-school jitters and academic pressures. Unfortunately, these chronic, excessive pressures have negative emotional, mental,...
What to Know About Managing the Stress and Anxiety of Back to School 2022
Prior to the past few years, the back-to-school jitters mostly resulted from the jolting shift away from the relaxing, laid-back days of summer and into a more structured routine. As the countdown to the classroom got closer, nervous anticipation grew. Children and parents alike contemplated the unknown possibilities of navigating the demands of new...