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Essential oils can help to promote healing in your body, whether it’s emotional or physical. My husband J. L. Geiger MD, the OilMD, and I have recently started teaching classes on “Reinventing Healthcare With Essential Oils.” I believe that allopathic (traditional) medicine is a need, don’t get me wrong there are times when we do need to see a doctor. I believe in yearly [...]
There are few herbs that have as many uses as lavender. Lavender is used in herbal medicine, in aromatherapy, in perfumes, in cosmetics and even in cooking. Although lavender grows around the world, French lavender is often believed to be of especially high quality. Not so long ago I had an opportunity to visit a [...]
One of the consequences of general unawareness of the body’s healing system is that too many people lack confidence in their own innate abilities to deal with common health problems. Instead of relying on the wisdom of their bodies, they seek the attention of health-care professionals and vastly overuse medical services.” - Dr. Andrew Weil I was listening to one of [...]
With a move back to victory gardens, edible landscapings and organic or homegrown food and drink, one easy project to try is a tea garden. Many of the common tea ingredients are from flowering plants or flower petals, giving gardeners the perfect opportunity to grow their own tea ingredients, while enjoy beautiful blooms in their [...]
Traditional Thai massage is a healing art and a spiritual practice. While variations of Thai massage have become popular in the West, the traditional Nuad Phaen Boran is one part of the traditional Thai medical system and it was once practiced mainly in temples and hospitals. Today it is still used in Thailand to treat [...]
Prenatal massage can relieve many problems associated with pregnancy: back pain, swelling in the legs, sleeping problems. Massage can also help you to relax, relieve worries or anxieties about pregnancy or childbirth, and balance fluctuating emotions. Some Benefits of Prenatal Massage Massage therapy relaxes muscles, relieves joint pain and improves circulation. As long as some [...]
When a friend of mine gave birth to a beautiful healthy baby girl, she was all smiles until her little one began to have red spots pop up all over her skin. The spots were followed by itching, crying, and a lot of stress. Spending more time in a doctor’s office than at home proved there was no [...]
Essential oils are great natural home remedies for many everyday health complaints. Read all about using essential oils at home for health, beauty and relaxation: Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Aromatherapy for Children: Safety Tips Aromatherapy Home Remedies for Insomnia Aromatherapy Home Remedies for Stress Essential Oils for an Energy Boost Essential Oils for [...]
If you’re feeling tired and run down after the holiday season, try the following essential oils for an energy boost. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is for remembrance, according to an old saying. This oil is believed to boost mental activity and to clear the cobwebs from the mind. Burn Rosemary in an oil burner when [...]
Shorter days, dark mornings and cold temperatures make many of us feel a little tired and low. Some winter blues are normal, especially in the northern latitudes where the sun disappears for months. Many of us lack energy, want to sleep more and crave for sweet foods during the darkest time of the year. Winter [...]
