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12/15/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Researchers: Bergamot essential oil is an effective and natural painkiller

Pain is important to survival, but if left uncontrolled, it can disrupt your daily routine and even impair your quality of life. According to a study, inhaling the scent of bergamot is effective at relieving pain without causing any of the side effects associated with chemical pain relievers, particularly opioids. Pain is uncomfortable, but it […]

12/06/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Pilot study finds bergamot essential oil to be effective at improving mood

Bergamot essential oil is highly valued because of its benefits on the mind – and in some cases, even the body. According to a study, it is so potent and effective that it has positive effects on the mental health and well-being of individuals who inhale its fragrance. The study involved 57 participants ranging from […]

11/21/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Bergamot essential oil can improve overall mental well-being

Bergamot essential oil is popular in aromatherapy for its ability to induce relaxation. A study, published in Phytotherapy Research, investigated the potential of bergamot essential oil as a means to improve the mood and well-being of individuals in a mental treatment center. The study was joined by 57 participants with ages ranging from 23 to […]

11/21/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Make your own natural anti-itch spray using essential oils

In most cases, insect bites are harmless and can cause nothing more than an itchy sensation. If the itch becomes too much to bear, you don’t have to resort to ointments laden with chemicals that can harm both your skin and your health. You only need to use the right essential oils to get fast […]

11/20/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Widely consumed in West Africa for its distinctive spicy taste, the pepper fruit helps fight off infections

Ever since humans discovered the true nature of diseases – that they are not caused by wayward spirits or imbalanced humors – the demand for new treatments that offer protection from infection and cellular damage has been on the rise. According to a study that was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, […]

11/20/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The essential oil of myrrh is a powerful natural medicine for wound management

Most people know myrrh as an aromatic, but not so much as a natural medicinal treatment. A study in the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Journal, however, has proven that it does have remarkable medicinal benefits, among which are faster healing from wounds and protection from bacterial infections. What most people recognize as myrrh is actually the hardened […]

11/14/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Better than opioids: Bergamot essential oil is a powerful antinociceptive

Bergamot essential oil is popular in aromatherapy for its refreshing and uplifting fragrance, but the information on whether or not its scent has antinociceptive effects is limited. A study published in Fitoterapia investigated the antinociceptive benefit of smelling bergamot essential oil (BEO). The researchers put male mice through the formalin test by injecting 20 microliters […]

11/14/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The wound-healing properties of myrrh essential oil

In traditional and folkloric Ethiopian medicine, myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) is used as a treatment for wounds. A study published in the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Journal examined myrrh’s benefits in wound management. The researchers used two ointments in the study: one had four percent essential oil and the other had five percent resin. These two ointments were […]

08/12/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

A powerful compound in rosemary protects your brain from damage

Are you in need of stress relief? According to a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, carnosol, an antioxidant compound found in rosemary, can relieve chronic stress and help fend off its side effects on the body. The American Psychology Association (APA) reports that a large percentage of Americans, including children, […]

06/21/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Rosemary oil scientifically documented as a natural medicine treatment for stress

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) essential oil (ROEO) has been identified as a potential alternative treatment for stress. A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked into ROEO’s potential as a treatment for mood disorders resulting from chronic stress. The researchers had six-week-old ICR mice inhale ROEO and subjected them to tail suspension test (TST). […]

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