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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
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
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The peak of the 2018 flu season is upon us with outbreaks being reported across North America. The influenza virus has hit every state in… Read More »Surviving the 2018 flu season
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Certain topics have been avoided among friends throughout history because of their controversial nature. Religion and politics are among these divisive subjects. However, more recently… Read More »Ingesting essential oils: Safe or harmful?