This is the second video in my series on NAC (N-acetylcysteine). In the first video, I reviewed this popular supplement’s role in protecting the body from the excessive oxidative stress caused by “hungry” free radicals. As a precursor to the “master antioxidant” glutathione, this cellular defender and liver savior is most well-known for reversing [...]
One Intervention, Many Effects Last week, I started my review of the famous antioxidant supplement, N-acetylcysteine (NAC). I discussed how it is used in conventional medicine to prevent the toxic effects of acetaminophen overdose on the liver. I also highlighted its role in oxidative stress by protecting the body from cellular damage that can [...]
NAC (N-acetylcysteine) and Essential Oils for Supporting Emotional Health in a More Holistic Way: Part I Praising NAC In my latest article, I begin my discussion on NAC. It earned its claim to fame for its effectiveness in remediating the toxic effects on the liver from an acetaminophen (Tylenol) [...]
How the Popular Antioxidant Supplement NAC (N-acetylcysteine) and Essential Oils Can Support Emotional Health in More Than One (Holistic) Way: Part 1 The Well-Respected Antioxidant, NAC Recently, I was studying up on the supplement NAC (i.e., N-acetylcysteine, or N-acetyl cysteine). It was for a very different reason than for what it is popularly used [...]
Earlier this week, I released my second article praising the Melaleuca species. After finishing up on discussing the many clinically validated uses of Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) essential oil, the most recent oily highlight continued with accolades for another member of the myrtle family. This time Melaleuca ericifolia got the spotlight due [...]
Last week, I shifted focus back to one of my favorite topics, essential oils! In the latest oily spotlight, I reviewed the well-known plant of Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree). Tea tree is a favorite essential oil of aromatherapists and oilers due to its many useful applications. Beyond its popularity, it also has been validated [...]
This week, I returned to one of my most favorite topics in integrative and mind-body medicine, essential oils! These plant compounds are truly holistic in that while they support physical health, their constituents simultaneously benefit emotions and the brain. Essential oils also have been found to “feed” nourishing behaviors during times [...]
Praising the Power of Melaleuca alternifolia When someone says “Melaleuca” what do you think of? You probably think of tea tree essential oil (Melaleuca alternifolia). This specific species of the Melaleuca genus has captured the sniffers of many and stolen the spotlight from its “relatives” for good reason. (source, source) This is why even [...]
This video is an introductory overview of the full 15-minute audio below. The audio-only version is available for the full discussion due to issues with network connections this week. I recently released another article in my series on the flaws in “obesity science.” Once again, this [...]
