Recently, I’ve provided evidence that the caring for our beloved buggy bodies with essential oils can have synergistic wellness benefits. After all, essential oils can positively impact the microbiota in our bellies, and in our brain, and both are supportive of health! Previously, I reviewed some [...]
Safety Considerations and Factors to Consider Regarding Allergies and Essential Oils: Part II In Part I of this article series, I discussed the importance of safety considerations regarding usage and applications of essential oils. Being mindful of these factors is paramount for an essential oil lover [...]
The Praise of Lifestyle Medicine, The Popularity of Holistic Methods, and the Pitfalls of the Pill-Only Model Summertime in the Northeast is in full swing. Yesterday was the celebration of America’s Independence. As a result, a three-day weekend of remembrance and celebrations ensued for many. As the festivities, fireworks, and wonderful gatherings with my [...]
More on the Controversy of Essential Oils Quality and Safety Last week, I sent out an E-blast to my interested subscribers on the importance of quality when using essential oils. This is a vital consideration because standardization and regulation is not concise for them; therefore, the consumer must [...]
Yesterday it became very evident that continuing to dilute what was left of my organic dish detergent soap wasn’t going to “cut-it” for our dirty dinner plates. So, after one last unsuccessful effort, I ran out to pick up some non-toxic dish soap, silently reprimanding myself for not placing the chemcial-free dish soap in my [...]
The Number Harmed in Hospitals Rises The last thing I wanted to write about was about was dreary statistics on healthcare. But, as every writer out there can attest to, sometimes the subject “chooses you.” This weekend I was editing my book. I mean--20 hours’ worth of editing and [...]
This weekend I found myself listening to an amazing presentation on essential oils. It brought me back full circle to where I started in my journey of breaking free from the sickness model and moving into wellness. Starting out as a skeptic, I read the Essential Oils Desk Reference two times thoroughly. Honestly, I was [...]
February is the month of the heart. Sure, some may argue that St. Valentine's Day is a made up holiday manufactured by the greeting card companies (and an excuse to indulge in a little extra dark chocolate- gotta get those flavone antioxidants!). Still, the celebration on February 14th serves as a convenient and poignant selling [...]
By Sarah A LoBisco, ND Recently, a new major health concern amongst the aging baby boomers is emerging. It isn’t heart disease, or diabetes, or even cancer; it’s the fear of losing their mental capacities. Current health statistics are portraying that the number of those affected with age-related dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease, continues to [...]
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