Dale Parker

The summer can be a challenge in staying cool. Sunburn, heat exhaustion, and just getting too hot are issues for many of us during the hotter months. Aromatherapy can help with this. Cooling essential oils: Lime (Citrus aurantifolia) is a cooling, uplifting essential oil. Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is cooling and somewhat stimulating. It is contraindicated if there is a history of atrial fibrillation, however. In this case a good substitute would be spearmint (Mentha spicata)....

It’s springtime and things are beginning to bloom. If you are inspired to start your spring cleaning, here are a couple of recipes to use to make your cleaning easy and natural as well as avoid harsh chemicals. Air Freshener 1 cup distilled water 2 tablespoons witch hazel 20 drops lemon essential oil 10 drops eucalyptus (any species) essential oil 1 teaspoon dishwashing liquid Mix essential oils with dishwashing liquid. Mix witch hazel with water and add essential oils/dishwashing liquid...

There are several essential oils that can be used effectively for pain. Many chemical constituents found in these oils have been identified as having analgesic, antinociceptive (blocking or reducing pain signals to the brain) pain-relieving properties. Though these work holistically in an essential oil with the other constituents, using oils high in these constituents can bring much needed relief from pain. Myrcene (technically known as beta-myrcene) is a strong analgesic and...