The Benefits of Burdock for Skin and the Liver
Arctium lappa or burdock can reach up to 10 ft (3M) tall and is cultivated as a root vegetable. It is a beneficial herb for detoxifying...
Helping Teens Manage Stress with Aromatherapy and Herbs
As the mom of two teens I know that teens can feel a lot of pressure from school, sports, and activities. We want the best for our kids...
Beautiful, Tasty, and Medicinal. Herbal Teas and Decoctions for Health.
In a recent post I mentioned that I employ a creative or perhaps inclusive approach to using plant based products and holistic approaches...
A "Bruce Lee" Approach to Using Aromatherapy, Herbs, Carriers, Technology, and More to Sup
Lee Jun-fan, better know as Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong and American actor, director, martial artist, martial arts instructor, philosopher,...
Ask an Aromatherapist: My Aunt is Allergic to Menthol, Would Mentha arvensis (Corn Mint) be a Good A
Menthol is a monoterpene alcohol (monoterpenol) that is often added to salves, ointments, and other topical applications analgesic,...
What's in a Name? Using Stuff You Learned in High School.
I work with high school students and they often ask "why do I need to learn this"? Since I constantly use math, chemistry, science, and...