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5 Benefits of Lemon Essential Oils & Top Uses

Lemon is the undeniable queen of citrus—and that’s why I’m so excited to talk about the more potent form of lemon—lemon essential oil and it’s benefits in this article. This bright and cheerful oil is one of the most popular oils due…

Brand Review: Young Living

If it’s not your first rodeo with essential oils, then you know the name “Young Living”. Or maybe you haven’t ever used oils, but you’ve still heard of Young Living essential oils. The point is, you are here because you…

5 Benefits of DoTerra On Guard Essential Oil

DoTerra’s On Guard essential oil is one of its most popular oils. The proprietary blend of protective oils helps strengthen the immune system and cleanse the body. In our house, we always have a couple of bottles of On Guard…

5 Benefits of DoTerra Deep Blue Essential Oil

DoTerra Deep Blue essential oil is a soothing blend of oils perfect for a massage after a hard workout or a long day. This oil is formulated with oils well-known for their ability to alleviate pain, reduce soreness, and soothe…

6 Benefits of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary sage essential oil comes from the botanical family Labiatae (mint) via steam distillation from the flowering plant. Nicknamed “clear eyes,” clary sage was famous during the Middle Ages for its ability to clear eye problems. It was also widely…

Rosemary Essential Oil Benefits & Uses

Rosemary comes from the Labiatae (mint) family and offers a wide variety of wellness benefits. While most people are familiar with rosemary, the herb commonly used to make poultry, soups, and stews delicious, today we’re going to talk about rosemary,…

9 Benefits of Wild Orange Essential Oil

Cold-pressed from the peel, wild orange essential oil is one of the most versatile oils due to its antibacterial, antidepressant, antispasmodic, and digestive properties. In addition to its wellness benefits, orange oil’s sweet, citrusy, and fresh scent makes it a…

The Best Essential Oils for Digestion

Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea. This is not an article about Pepto-Bismol, but it is an article about all of those hush-hush issues. Listen, everyone gets a little digestive problems sometimes and running to the store to spend some…

7 Benefits of Tea Tree Essential Oil

Also known as melaleuca oil, tea tree essential oil is a favorite for kicking your biggest skincare concerns to the curb. The oil is extracted via steam distillation from leaves and twigs of the tea tree (aka melaleuca shrub/tree) grown…

5 Ways Essential Oils Can Make Your 2021 Dreams Come True

Setting goals for 2021? Isn’t everyone? This year, if you want to make your 2021 dreams come true, then you need essential oils.Essential oils can act as your natural support system for every goal you have. If you’re so over…

7 Benefits of Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus essential oil is one of the best essential oils for sore throats, seasonal allergies, congestion, headaches, cough, and respiratory conditions. The multi-use oil can help boost immunity and fight infections. As an immune stimulant, eucalyptus is a must-have essential…

6 Benefits of Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium oil comes from the botanical family Geraniaceae and is extracted via steam distillation from the leaves. Historically, the citrusy-rose scented oil was used for inflammations, heavy menstrual flow, bone fractures, wounds, hemorrhoids, dysentery, and if the folktale is correct—even…

23: 5 OTC Uses of Essential Oils

If you’re like me and you prefer taking a natural approach to common issues and ailments, today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing 6 OTC uses of essential oils and why—you’re going to walk away with some really practical tips. …

6 Benefits of Oregano Essential Oil: Nature’s Antibiotic Helps with Yeast Infections, Parasites, Digestion & More

Oregano oil, extracted via steam distillation from the herb’s leaf, is one of the most potent and powerful essential oils and is most commonly used to treat bacterial and fungal infections. The benefits of oregano essential oil are owed to…

8 Benefits of Copaiba Essential Oil

Copaiba essential oil belongs to the botanical family Leguminosae and is extracted via steam distillation from the resin. Today, the versatile oil’s primary uses include treating acne, anxiety, inflammation, muscle aches, and pain. The benefits of copaiba essential oil are…

12 Days of Christmas Gift Guide

The holidays are looking a little different this year. Maybe you won’t be unwrapping with your usual crew in-person, but zoom and video chat gift reveals will have to do. Show your love and give the gift of good health…

7 Benefits of Grapefruit Essential Oil: Boost Metabolism, Support Detoxification, and More!

The benefits of grapefruit essential oil are extremely versatile and range from helping with sugar cravings to disinfecting surfaces. While the grapefruit’s actual fruit offers tons of health and wellness benefits, the oil extracted from the peel of the plant…

7 Benefits of Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint has been used as a natural medicine for thousands of years throughout Rome, Greece, and Egypt for digestive disorders and other concerns. Today, we’re going to dive into the properties, uses, and benefits of peppermint essential oil – a…

7 Benefits of Basil Essential Oil

Basil comes from the botanical family Lamiaceae and has been used for centuries, not only as a flavor enhancer in cooking but also as a natural remedy for various ailments. Basil essential oil is extracted via steam distillation of leaves,…

5 Fun Ways to Use Essential Oils for Thanksgiving

For me, Thanksgiving can be described in 3 words: food, fun, and family. Whether it’s having the whole crew over for delicious turkey and sage scented stuffing or having a crispy morning walk before all of the cooking, Thanksgiving is…

Benefits of Woody Essential Oils: Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Black Spruce & Vetiver

Wood oils are essential oils derived from the wood, leaves, branches, or resin of trees. Today, we’re talking about cedarwood, vetiver, sandalwood, and black spruce. The benefits of wood oils range from supporting hair health to treating ADHD symptoms. Each…

Festive Cranberry Chia Jam with Wild Orange Essential Oil

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you (in fact, you will receive a discount with code “DRTARA”), Dr. Tara will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Get…

5 Benefits of Vetiver Essential Oil

Vetiver essential oil is popularly known as one of the most grounding oils– and it makes sense considering it belongs to the grass family, Gramineae. While vetiver is largely praised for its sedative and calming effects, the benefits of vetiver…

12 Essential Oil Routines for the Whole Family

Using essential oils in our house has become a routine that the whole family loves. From waking up in the morning to going to bed at night; from cooking a delicious dinner to cleaning up the mess–everyone needs a little…

The Best Essential Oils for Body Odor & Recipes

Using essential oils for body odor can be as simple as diluting a drop in half a teaspoon of your…

The Best Essential Oils for Headaches

Essential oils are fabulous alternatives to OTC headache and migraine medications that sometimes come with unwanted side effects. Oils have…

Essential Oils for Sinus + Simple DIY Recipes

Sinus season is upon us. Whether it’s allergies or a spring cold—our respiratory system is feelin’ it. To kick congestion…

39B: Rookie Mistakes with Essential Oils- Overcoming Overwhelm

I believe that essential oils are the most powerful and underused, natural remedies for health conscious families in the 21st…

The Best Essential Oils for Working Out: Effective Exercise

If you love natural alternatives and want to enhance your workout experience while keeping your body at peak performance, the…

5 Essential Oils for Allergies

Allergy season is upon us, and we’re reaching for these five essential oils for allergies as a natural way to…

Essential Oil Recipes for Dogs

Today, we’re talking about the best essential oil recipes for dogs. Whether your furry friend is struggling with fleas, anxiety,…

7 Benefits of DoTERRA DigestZen Essential Oil Blend

Whether you’re headed out to a dinner party or enjoying extra holiday desserts, make sure to have doTerra DigestZen essential…

7 Benefits of Turmeric Essential Oil

Turmeric comes from the botanical family Zingiberaceae or ginger. The root is well known for its cancer-fighting properties and its…

5 Benefits of Lemon Essential Oils & Top Uses

Lemon is the undeniable queen of citrus—and that’s why I’m so excited to talk about the more potent form of lemon—lemon essential…

Brand Review: Young Living

If it’s not your first rodeo with essential oils, then you know the name “Young Living”. Or maybe you haven’t…

5 Benefits of DoTerra On Guard Essential Oil

DoTerra’s On Guard essential oil is one of its most popular oils. The proprietary blend of protective oils helps strengthen…

5 Benefits of DoTerra Deep Blue Essential Oil

DoTerra Deep Blue essential oil is a soothing blend of oils perfect for a massage after a hard workout or…

6 Benefits of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary sage essential oil comes from the botanical family Labiatae (mint) via steam distillation from the flowering plant. Nicknamed “clear…

Rosemary Essential Oil Benefits & Uses

Rosemary comes from the Labiatae (mint) family and offers a wide variety of wellness benefits. While most people are familiar…

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