Simplifying Eating for the Brain Nutrigenomics and epidemiological research provide strong evidence that dietary modifications can enhance physical and mental health. However, contradictory information makes it difficult to ascertain how to optimize cognition through diet. In my previous video blog, I discussed how nutrition fuels the brain and how to enhance its function [...]
Is Food Medicine for the Brain? In the current era, it’s easy to access an abundance of wellness information with one click. Artificial intelligence, social media, the internet, and podcasts offer plentiful educational resources and a variety of perspectives on wellness topics. In this video blog, we’ll explore why too much information may [...]
What To Know About Summer, Sunlight, and Essential Oils As of June 20th, the sun hits its most northern position directly over the Tropic of Cancer in the Northern Hemisphere. This is referred to as astronomical summer or the summer solstice. This means many sun-deficient individuals can finally head outdoors to soak up [...]
The Critical Importance of a Healthy Thyroid Gland The health of our thyroid gland is critical due to how it impacts almost all of our physiological processes. It helps to regulate our metabolism, emotions, brain function, heart rate, muscle contraction, cholesterol levels, liver function, and more. This means that if thyroid disease is [...]
A Meeting of Holistic Mind-Body Medicine Minds Recently, I had the pleasure of having Kathryn Faso interview me. We talked about my journey into naturopathic and functional medicine and why I have such a love for essential oils. I was so honored to reunite with Kathyrn. She is a self-taught, humble, holistic health guru [...]
An Aromatic Whiff of Good Health “Diffusing” simply means dispersing volatile compounds into the air. It is one of the most popular and easiest applications for receiving the aromatic and therapeutic benefits of essential oils. There are various things to keep in mind when diffusing essential oils to optimize their mind-body effects. In [...]
Finding “Quality Essential Oils” Finding high-quality essential oils can be challenging due to varying opinions on preferred brands and the absence of governmental regulation on purity standards for aromatherapy. Recently, I started a series to help clarify this confusion for both new and experienced users. Part I reviewed: The various factors that impact [...]
Finding “Quality Essential Oils” Finding high quality essential oils isn’t as straightforward as one would hope. In fact, it can be a complex process and can cause confusion for the new oiler. This is because individuals have different preferences and beliefs about the “best oils." Unfortunately, the feverish loyalty to oils brands combined [...]
Why is There Controversy About What Makes Essential Oils "Good Quality" One of the most common questions I hear from those who are new to essential oils is, “How do I find good quality essential oils?” For those who have used essential oils for a while, this inquiry can be a charged, complex [...]
