Alternatives to the flu shot frenzy
Pharmacies, health practitioners, grocery stores, and big-box stores all heavily push the flu vaccine this time of year. It’s hard to go anywhere without being… Read More »Alternatives to the flu shot frenzy
Scott A. Johnson
Eating dark chocolate may improve mood
Mood disorders affect almost ten percent of U.S. adults and nearly fifteen percent of adolescents, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. With so… Read More »Eating dark chocolate may improve mood
Q&A: Does Applying Essential Oils to the Belly Button Lead to Systemic Delivery?
The umbilical cord—consisting of one large vein and two smaller arteries—forms very early in pregnancy and serves to shuttle oxygenated blood from the mother to… Read More »Q&A: Does Applying Essential Oils to the Belly Button Lead to Systemic Delivery?
The powerful influence of smell on memory, emotions, and overall health
Although one of the least explored senses in the field of research, the sense of smell (or olfaction) may be one of the most important… Read More »The powerful influence of smell on memory, emotions, and overall health
The Real Risk of Lavender and Other Essential Oils for the Hormone System
A recent study reignited fear and confusion in parents about one of the most versatile and trusted essential oils—lavender—and whether it has estrogenic properties. The… Read More »The Real Risk of Lavender and Other Essential Oils for the Hormone System
Six Amazing Facts About the Sense of Smell (Olfaction)
Aromatherapy has captured the senses, especially the sense of smell, for centuries. From pampering Egyptian pharaohs to the anointing oil of spices mentioned in the… Read More »Six Amazing Facts About the Sense of Smell (Olfaction)
Seven essential oils to support lung and sinus function during bad air
The Western United States is experiencing one of the worst fire seasons in recent history. Dozens of wildfires are burning across multiple states, taxing wildland… Read More »Seven essential oils to support lung and sinus function during bad air
The mislabeling of tea tree essential oil as a poison
Search for tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil (TTEO) on the Internet and you will find multiple websites — even government maintained — with stern… Read More »The mislabeling of tea tree essential oil as a poison
Reverse biological aging by naturally balancing cellular pathways
Billions of dollars are spent every year with one goal in mind — to maintain youth. Creams are applied, surgeries undergone, and extreme exercise or… Read More »Reverse biological aging by naturally balancing cellular pathways
Why Eating Better Temporarily Makes You Feel Worse
Eating whole and healthy foods does your body good. But if your body is used to refined and processed food, a transition to healthy foods… Read More »Why Eating Better Temporarily Makes You Feel Worse