The history of chamomile oil is a bit more varied than many other essential oils. This is because there are two distinct varieties of chamomile oil one can use. The first is German Chamomile which is native to the European continent but is no longer grown in Germany. The Germanic people used it for all […]
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Lemon oil is one of many citrus oils that can be used in a variety of ways. It has a wonderful scent that is considered very uplifting. It’s generally gleaned from the rind of the original plant and is used in everything from cleaning to flavoring food. When used correctly, lemon can be one of […]
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Clove oil is an essential oil a varied and interesting history. It was used in Roman times as a way to freshen breath. In Chinese medicine, it was used to help ease an aching tooth. Some historians believed it warded off the black death of the middle ages. Just getting started with Essential Oils? What are […]
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Believe it or not, essential oils like lavender oil have been used for centuries and are sometimes regarded as the first medicines that were ever given. This wonderful oil has been used for over 2,500 years for a variety of ailments and aromatic reasons. Phoenicians and the people of Arabia used lavender as a perfume […]
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I enrolled in the Diploma Personal Nutrition by the Shaw Academy a few months ago and have now finished the entire course, done the final test and graduated. Was it worth it? Well, here’s the scoop.
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Tea tree oil, often called Melaleuca oil, is known for its many uses. It’s generally regarded as an oil that any newbie to essential oils will want to have in their arsenal. It is considered a unique oil, both for its aroma and for its medicinal qualities. When we look deeper into this oil, we see […]
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When you start using essential oils, you may have many questions. One of the main questions is how are these wonderful oils made? There are a number of different ways that the oils are extracted from their respective plants. Today, we are going to look at some of the most popular ways to extract these […]
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Peppermint essential oil comes from a plant that is part of the mint family. It has a pleasing smell and can be beneficial in many different ways. When you decide to use peppermint oil in your essential oil practice, it is important to understand the variety of ways it can be used and even some of the […]
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No matter how much you love bacon or other processed meat products, there must have been a sneaking thought of doubt reading the headlines in the media recently about their ability to cause cancer. Processed or red meat and cancer: is there really a link? The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a branch […]
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There are a variety of ways to use Essential Oils. This makes them versatile for you when you make the wonderful decision to use them. It is because of this variety that I have chosen to use them for a multitude of things within my own home and encourage you to do the same. This […]
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