Did you know there's actually a host of medical research on aromatherapy & dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps)? Essential oils have been highly studied in relation to menstrual cramps & monthly cycles. We've put essential oils to the test for PMS & period relief many times, so I've got some awesome options to share with you.
Read MoreI used to get headaches when I burned those delicious smelling Bath & Body Works holiday candles. I also loved their plugins, soaps, lotions … all the things. It wasn't until I started weeding out the toxins in my home that I realized the damage those things were doing to my body. Artificial fragrance is a hormone disruptor. It can add to headaches, allergy symptoms, adhd and add symptoms, and anything else that is associated with your hormones (which is quite a lot!). Now I use my essential oils & a diffuser. And I don't miss the candles. Because I can create those scents myself, & the bonus? There's actual health benefits to boot. Here are some of my favorite holiday diffuser recipes.
Read MoreIf you've been with me awhile, you know about the dangers of the word “fragrance” when it's added to labels of household products. Companies are able to pile on all sorts of ingredients under the label of fragrance, & they don't have to disclose those ingredients because it's considered part of their “proprietary formula”. There are some super simple swaps we can make with these products.
Read MoreBut before resorting to taking synthetic hormones, did you know that high quality essential oils, paired with lifestyle changes, can be a powerful & natural way to help balance you out? Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the roots, seeds, stems, bark, leaves, & flowers of different plants. They are super-charged … 50-70x more potent than their herbal counterparts. They are the best plant-based remedy that exists & have been around for thousands of years. And these natural options help you avoid the many side effects associated with synthetic hormones.
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