Gardening is lifestyle medicine
Gardens were a big part of my childhood, in fact, some of my earliest memories feature tractor rides in the spring and juicy tomatoes come summer in East Texas. I have gardening to thank for my early interest in botanical medicine; I planted my first herb garden at the age [...]
Lipids as Sunscreens?
One of my clients shared a Facebook post with me and asked for my thoughts on using lipid oils as sun screen. I thought I'd share my thoughts with you all in case you're also trying to make an educated decision on this subject. Integumentary System Let's start with a [...]
Air Purification in the Aromatic Studio
If you store and work with aromatics you may want to look at your options for maintaining good indoor air quality. Particles like the smoke from burning resins and incense, and volatiles from aromatics like essential oils, CO2 extracts, and absolutes can over saturate the breathing space while formulating, blending, consulting, [...]
Aromatic Immunity Book
Aromatic Immunity: Navigating Essential Oil Research for Cancer, Autoimmune, and Chronic Inflammatory Conditions Aromatic Immunity is an exploration of dozens of research studies on how aromatics can be harnessed to enhance the dysregulated immune system - be it chronic inflammation, cancer, or autoimmunity. The book is divided into two parts: [...]
Kitchari in the Instant Pot
Kitchari is one of my favorite comfort food dishes! I recommend making this recipe when you're looking for relief from acid reflux and indigestion; alongside a treatment plan for SIBO, IBS, or Candida; and as a 3-day cleanse at the change of seasons - spring, summer, fall, and winter. https://youtu.be/k7jMRuOcC-I [...]
Why does my liver reflex hurt?
During a foot, hand, or ear reflexology session it is common, and expected, to experience what we reflexologists call areas of sensitivity. An area of sensitivity might feel tight, crunchy or granular, sharp, or dull. When I use a specific finger and thumb technique over the area it might be [...]