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The elderberry has been revered for its health benefits since the time of Hippocrates and approved still today by the German Commission for preventing and treating flu. But did you know that there are numerous legends surrounding elderberry?On Halloween, when people believe the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is thinnest, the old woman in the elderberry is very active. For this reason, people carried pieces of its wood for protection, tied prayers to its branches, tied branch …

Hair is often the first thing that people notice about us. It is part of our identity, expression, creativity, and it is often considered a sign of health and vitality. Hair care products continue to rise in popularity and price, but the answer can be as simple and inexpensive as incorporating essential oils into your favorite shampoo and conditioner. Using the chart below, choose the combination that will work best for you according to whether you have a flakey scalp or whether y …

Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) tincture is my families choice for cold and flu viruses, both type A and type B. It's a natural remedy that has no side effects, is inexpensive, andhas been around for thousands of years. In the world of Elderberry we very much prefer a tincture over syrup, gummies, or any other method. You can read up on that here:  Why We Love Elderberry Tincture - sooo much more than syrup.but for now, let's discuss the benefits.ELDERBERRYA clinical trial done …

Pink grapefruit essential oil is used by many to assist in weight loss, but did you know there is so much more to the properties of grapefruit essential oil than that?GRAPEFRUIT ESSENTIAL OIL BENEFITS AND USESWeight LossReduce Fat: One rat study found that the scent of grapefruit essential oil stimulated the breakdown of fat tissue and led to a reduction in food intake. Another study evaluated postmenopausal women and found that abdominal massage with grapefruit essential oil had a significant e …

Golden milk is a well known anti-inflammatory drink that I will drink, but it isn't something that I want several times a week. I have been experimenting with turmeric drinks lately, and this Golden Turmeric Milk Smoothie Recipe is a delicious way to change things up.Turmeric is a vibrant yellowish-orange root that has been used in India for nearly 4,000 years. While India still produces and consumes the majority of the world’s turmeric crop, it has gained popularity throughout the world because …

Ginger is quickly growing popularity as it becomes known for more than just it’s benefits on the digestive system. Ginger is also great for boosting the immune system, increasing circulation, and so much more!GINGER ESSENTIAL OIL BENEFITS AND USESDiureticDetoxifyingEase nausea, menstrual discomfort, upset stomach, anxiety, muscle soreness, and joint painAnti-septic and anti-inflammatory propertiesDisplay tonic, laxative, digestive, and anti-spasmodic activityHelps fight infections, including tho …

What is Facial Gua Sha?Gua sha is a traditional healing technique of East Asian medicine. Sometimes called ‘coining, spooning or scraping.  For our purposes today, we will be talking about a gentler version of gua sha that uses lighter, gentler strokes, which have multiple anti-aging benefits as well as health benefits. Body gua sha deserves its own blog post, so we will cover that at a later date.DIY gua sha facials may be slightly more involved than using a cold jade roller but …

Although clary sage essential oil has been long considered a leading "woman's oil", clary sage has benefits that go well beyond those for women. We love clary sage for the anti-inflammatory properties, and clary sage has also been proven to produce feelings of lucidity, and tranquility, and is an excellent night time oil, among other things.Printable Recipe Cards Are BelowPrimary Benefits of Clary Sage Essential OilRelieves Hormonal ImbalanceClary sage essential oil has earned its …

Orange Essential Oil, most commonly referred to as Sweet Orange Essential Oil, is derived from the fruits of the Citrus sinensis botanical, and should not be confused with Bitter Orange Essential Oil which is derived from the fruits of the Citrus aurantium botanical.The high content of antioxidants and organic compounds in Orange Essential Oil makes it highly versatile. Orange essential oil has a variety of applications that can improve overall health, such as reducing muscle spasms, improv …

Basil (ocimum basilicum) is often referred to as "Sweet Basil".  The compounds in steamed distilled Basil essential oil are much greater than what is found in dried or even fresh leaves.  These compounds make Basil an oil worth keeping on hand for its medicinal benefits, and the warm, spicy, and herbal aroma make it one to beautifully enhance the aroma of many essential oil recipes.  Our printable essential oil recipes are below!Primary Benefits:Soothes Sore Muscles and …