6 Best Essential Oils for Nausea

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It happens to all of us at some point: nausea strikes. Out of nowhere.   No matter the cause, it’s distracting at the very least and completely debilitating at the worst. But, it’s still not one of those things you need to rush yourself to the doctor for (unless you think the cause is serious). […]

7 Best Essential Oils for Vertigo

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Vertigo is a debilitating condition for many people. As you get older, your chances of someday experiencing this discombobulating “dizzy spell” get higher due to certain factors that worsen or increase as you age.   What is vertigo? What treatments are available? Can essential oils help with vertigo? Learn more about the condition and how […]

Are essential oils flammable?

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Essential oils are concentrated extracts of plants such as flowers, leaves, or roots. The fact that it can take a large quantity of plants to produce a small bottle makes essential oils highly potent. But while this potency has many potential benefits, it can also lead to some concerns about safety. One of these concerns […]

9 Essential Oils for Sleep Apnea

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Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleeping disorders affecting people in America and worldwide, second to insomnia. It is a sleep-related breathing disorder, meaning that it can make you stop and start breathing in cycles while you sleep.   There are two kinds of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea, the most common kind, […]

10 Best Essential Oils for Hemorrhoids

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A hemorrhoid is a prolapsed blood vessel in the anus or rectum that can be painful, itchy, or bleed occasionally. Noticing a hemorrhoid can be alarming at first—and uncomfortable at the very least.   While they could indicate a serious digestive condition, hemorrhoids are typically not too serious and are fairly easy to treat. Once […]

10 Best Essential Oils for Congestion

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We all can get congested at times and for many different reasons. Over-the-counter meds and prescriptions can help greatly. But some of these can be difficult to access, get a prescription for, or may come with less than desirable side effects such as dependence, immune suppression, and more.   Are there any natural alternatives that […]

6 Best Essential Oils for Back Pain

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Did you know that lower back pain is considered the leading cause of disability around the world?1 Still, this shows that the reality of how much surgical and pharmaceutical-dependent approaches actually help does not match public perceptions. Many have been led to believe that they’ll only find relief from expensive, complicated therapies, medications, or operations. […]

Essential Oils for Bed Bugs – Do They Work? (plus 5 EO Blends!)

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People opt for essential oils as natural alternatives to cleaning, beauty, and some health and wellness products. Some may go a step further and use them to keep insects like gnats or mosquitoes away. But what about repelling, killing, and fumigating bed bugs?   It may seem unlikely that home remedies like essential oils could […]

7 Best Essential Oils for Hair Loss (with Infographic)

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If you struggle with hair loss or know someone who does, you know just how hard it can be. Whether dealing with thinning hair or large bald spots, many people experience frustration and self-esteem issues due to their loss of hair.   Hair loss is more common than you may think. It doesn’t matter if […]

8 Best Essential Oils for Cold Sores

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Cold sores can be painful and inconvenient to deal with. It can be even more inconvenient and challenging to find ways to easily prevent them from getting worse or help with the symptoms at home.   While over-the-counter topical medications are available to help speed healing and deal with the symptoms, those with the most […]