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December 28, 2017
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Balsam Fir

Balsam fir essential oil (Abies balsamea) is steam-distilled from the branches of conifer trees. It is known for its fresh, clean, balsamic, and sweet odor. Balsam fir contains antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, sedative, and tonic properties. This essential oil … Continue reading

November 29, 2017
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Nutmeg

Nutmeg essential oil (Myristica fragrans) is steam-distilled from fruits and seeds of the plant. It has a strong, sweet, musky, and spicy odor. This oil possesses anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, antiseptic, stimulant (cerebral, circulatory), laxative, and tonic properties. Nutmeg has been used … Continue reading

October 19, 2017
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Essential Oils for Sinuses

Sinuses are the cavities inside the skull that allow it to be lightweight yet strong. Small channels connect the cavities with the nasal cavity. These channels can become blocked if the mucous membrane lining them is swollen or inflamed as … Continue reading

August 15, 2017
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Essential Oils for Migraines

Many people suffer from frequent headaches, which can make it difficult to meet the demands of daily life. There are a lot of factors that can contribute to this problem. Headaches can be triggered by stress, fatigue, poor posture, allergies, … Continue reading

July 18, 2017
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Essential Oils for Hair

Hair can be damaged by the weather, hard water, and your daily styling routine. If you color, blow dry, curl, or straighten your hair, there is a good chance that it is damaged. Many of the shampoos and conditioners available … Continue reading

June 27, 2017
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Outdoor Yoga Class Idea

Yoga and essential oils go hand in hand for your health and wellness. More and more, yoga studios are replacing the use of incense in the classroom with essential oils. But not everyone is aware of how essential oils can … Continue reading

June 20, 2017
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Focus On Your Purpose

We are often our own worst enemy when it comes to achieving goals and overcoming emotional struggles. Self-pity and procrastination can keep us from accomplishing our goals. Feelings of rejection, low self-esteem, and powerlessness prevent us from moving forward and … Continue reading

May 30, 2017
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Sunburn and Essential Oils

As you increase your outdoor time this summer, remember to protect your skin. Sunburns can happen even when there are clouds, because they are caused by the sun’s UV rays, which you can’t see or feel. If your skin begins … Continue reading

May 19, 2017
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Rosehip

Rosehip essential oil, from a plant of the Rosaceae family, has regenerative properties. It has been used effectively to treat a variety of skin conditions. Because it aids tissue regeneration, it is believed to reduce the appearance of scars, help heal burns, soften … Continue reading

May 16, 2017
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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes aches, pains, and tenderness in the soft tissue, muscles, and ligaments of the body. Fibromyalgia alters the way your brain processes pain signals, amplifying soreness and discomfort. People who live with this condition may … Continue reading