It may be one of the most popular and commonly consumed herbs, yet many people do not know the true value of Basil. While it adds a nice aromatic flare to just about any food – and of course is the basis for pesto – Basil offers an abundance of health...

A picture may be worth a 1000 words, but a video is even more powerful, especially when it comes to social media. Here are some stats gathered by WordStream, an online advertising software and solutions provider, about the popularity and influence...

Millions of Americans are dealing with pain. As an example, over 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, according to Suzanne Kane in her article “Smarter Ways to Deal with Pain,” on Psych Central.  About 39 million...

In the story of “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,” the magical phrase “Open Sesame” is used to open the mouth of a cave where inside there is a hidden treasure. While it may not be magical, Sesame Oil has a lot of powers in the health department...

We’re well into spring and you’ve probably noticed that your clients are looking for something new and uplifting at this time of year.  Spring gives you an opportunity to recommend new treatment options to fulfill client desires to feel renewed and refreshed.

Combine a slew of healthful benefits with a fresh tangy aroma and you can understand why orange essential oil has been popular for thousands of years.  It has been used in India, the Middle East and China and other cultures for a wide range of body and...

In a piece in The Washington Post, Consumer Reports addresses our national dependency on opioids to relieve pain and offers consumers alternative treatments.  Consumer Reports writes that nearly a third of adults ages 50 to 80 report filling a...

Called the Passion Flower, this perennial woody vine just might have one of the most interesting stories behind its name.  Christian missionaries arriving in South America in the 16^th century discovered the stunningly beautiful plant, which they called...

American adults spend more than 11 hours per day watching, reading, listening to or simply interacting with media, including video and social media, according to a recent study by market-research group Nielsen. It’s no wonder then that as a small...

Looking for something to help soothe the senses? Look no further than lavender.  The Romans added lavender to their bath water because of its calming and relaxing fragrance.  In fact, the Latin word for wash is lavare. Since those ancient times...