When you think of the arrival of spring and summer, the images that emerge are those of blooming flowers, the return of the birds, and warmer weather. You think of spending lazy days outside under a beautiful sun, or better yet, evenings by a campfire. Ah! So many amazing...
The Top 5 Challenges in Women’s Health Today
I found it difficult deciding on a title for this blog post. The approach of using the word “problem” or “issue” did not sit well with me. There are so many perceived negative realities associated with being a woman. The main focus seems to always linger here. It seems...
The Top 5 Citrus Essential Oils
Last night, as I was peeling my Mandarin orange, I was greeted by the most amazing aroma of citrus bliss. I actually closed my eyes for a few seconds and embraced this uplifting fragrance. I always associate the smell of oranges with Christmas. This is a childhood memory for...
The Health Benefits of Diffusing Essential Oils
I love entering someone’s home and being greeted by the amazing aromas of a home cooked meal. The scent of freshly baked bread is another one of my favorites smells, welcoming you like an old friend. Even the fragrance of a bouquet of red roses, or the arrival of...
My Top 8 Essential Oils and Why I Don’t Leave Home Without Them
So many people believe that a woman’s purse is a scary thing. Of course, this opinion is usually shared by the men in our lives. The maternal instinct in women is strong, and we always feel the need to be prepared for any situation that can unexpectedly happen. In...
The #1 Common Ingredient in all Essential Oils
Essential Oils are the most exciting thing that has happened to health management in recent years. Although Essential Oils have existed and been used throughout history, humankind seems to have forgotten their existence and incredible health benefits. In humanity’s wisdom, reproducing the chemical compounds found in nature’s plants, and...
Oregano Essential Oil – Not just for cooking
At the start of my EO education, I was surprised to discover that oregano was among the vast list of available essential oils. I always knew that oregano was used in that “delicious spaghetti sauce“, but that was the extent of my knowledge. In terms of health and wellness,...
How to Use Essential Oils – The A-T-I Methods
When I begin a new blog, the opening sentence is always the hardest to write. This first line sets the tone for the topic to be discussed. It has to capture the audience and spark curiosity to compel them to continue reading. In fact, as I began writing that...
The Pain of it All and How Essential Oils Can Help
Just saying the word Pain hurts! Yet, most of us who roam this planet have experienced pain in one form or another. That boy in grade 2 that punched your arm, or the time you fell from your bike. You could have experienced pain when you broke your leg,...
Frankincense – The Essential Oil that started it all
I remember lying on my stomach on the massage table, waiting for the start of my Reiki treatment. With my face nestled comfortably in the headrest, my heart pounds with anticipation for the treatment that is to come. My Reiki Master then asks me to take three deep breaths...