What is Mistletoe? Nearly everybody associates mistletoe with its Christmas traditions, but did you know that this parasitic herb had a variety of uses beyond stealing a Christmas kiss? In fact, mistletoe has a number of potential health benefits and a long tradition of use … [Read more...]
What is Calendula?
Calendula Calendula which is known as pot marigold or by its scientific name Calendula Officinalis. It is a beautiful flower native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Southwest Asia. Perhaps unfairly referred to as the poor man’s saffron, it has been used in cooking as … [Read more...]
6 Uses for Labdanum Essential oil
Labdanum Essential oil Unlike many of the essential oils that we have covered here, labdanum essential oil is primarily used as a fragrance in the perfume industry where it helps balance and ground competing scents. It is not as well known for its therapeutic benefits though in … [Read more...]
9 Uses for Rose Absolute Essential oil
Rose Absolute Essential oil ‘Roses are red’-well sometimes they are, but there are over 100 species of rose and they come in an array of colors. I doubt there is a flower that conjures as many images as the rose; it has romantic, aromatic connotations and is a feature in … [Read more...]
Top 12 uses for Jasmine Essential Oil
Medically Reviewed by Dr. BENGEBARA Omar MD, ER Doctor & Surgery Resident - Reviewed & Approved on November 05, 2018 -Written by Marc Seward What is Jasmine Essential Oil? Just the sweet aromatic fragrance of Jasmine essential oil can do a lot to lift our spirits; … [Read more...]