Many people try essential oils as a treatment for high blood pressure, or hypertension, usually by inhaling the scent or applying the oil to the skin. However, there is little evidence that essential oils can reduce blood pressure. As untreated hypertension can result in a heart attack or stroke, it is important not to rely on essential oils alone as a remedy. A doctor can recommend …

Some people use certain essential oils — such as Helichrysum, lavender, or tea tree oils — on the skin to promote wound healing and reduce the appearance of scars. While there has been little research into the effects of essential oils on scars, these oils may be helpful complements to traditional treatments. This article investigates which essential oils may help with …

Essential oils contain concentrated plant extracts. Aromatherapy with some essential oils may help relieve neuropathic pain. Neuropathy is a general term for conditions that develop as a result of nerve damage. One of the most common forms of neuropathy is diabetic peripheral neuropathy, which occurs in up to 50 percent of people with diabetes. Peripheral neuropathy typically affects a person’s hand and feet. It …

Adina Grigore, founder of natural skincare co S.W. Basics — and author of the brand new (and knowledge packed) essential oil book, Just The Essentials — has just launched a collection of skin-safe oils that makes working these little wellness wonders into our daily routines impossibly easy. Check our Instagramtoday for a chance to win a full set from S.W. Basics, and peek below to learn all about the everyday …

Essential oils are often used in aromatherapy, which is a form of alternative medicine. However, some of the health claims associated with them are controversial. This article explains what you need to know about essential oils and their health effects. What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants. The oils capture the plant’s scent and flavor, also …

Throughout the 30+ years of my practice as a psychotherapist, I have always sought effective ways to empower my clients, helping them feel better and make the changes they want with the least amount of struggle or pain.  This year, I will be presenting at the 12th Annual Canadian Energy Psychology Conference, “The Art and Science of Energy Psychology,” introducing …

2006 Herb of the Year It was called the Age of Discovery, that exciting era when 15th century Portuguese navigator Bartolomeu Dias rounded the Cape of Good Hope, and the boundaries of the Old World were forever shattered. It was a time when the civilization of the Renaissance turned to exploration, when knowledge of the physical world became almost as …