Everyday Uses of Essential Oils

Prevent Spread of Bacteria Essential oils have been proven to kill and prevent the spread of bacteria…all without developing resistance or super-bugs, and without the down-side of toxicity to the liver. Research has shown that many essential oils have the ability to immobilize pathogenic (harmful) bacteria by destroying the viability of bacteria cell membranes, resulting [...]

Mental Acuity As early as 1992, scientists in Vienna  (Nasel, et al, 1992) produced credible research that inhaling the volatile aromas of certain essential oils (Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Sandalwood and Frankincense) resulted in a significant increase (up to 28%) in blood flow to the brain, resulting in increased oxygen levels and enabling higher brain function. [...]

“Aging” as we refer to it, is a process that occurs as stress, metabolic deterioration and genetic (DNA) instability increase in the human body.  As these influences increase, a systemic, pro-inflammatory environment is created, that typically leads to a variety of pathologies (diseases) in tissues and organs.  The common ingredient in all aging factors is [...]

Depression is the plague of our time, but more and more we are discovering that pharmaceutical anti-depressants carry dangerous—sometimes fatal—side effects.  Subjective perceptions of aromas from essential oils have long been very positive, and many have found mood improvement through smelling these pleasant aromas.  Science is beginning to emerge that confirms there truly is an [...]