Equinox, Solstice, Essential oils and the Five Elements
In the Chinese Five elements the cycle of equinox and solstice rules the earth element, because it marks the times of transition in between the changing seasons. The transition time lasts two weeks...
View ArticleAutumn, the Chinese Five Elements and Essential oils that Help Grief
The Chinese Five Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine relates to the rhythms of nature and reflects natural cycles. Seasons, elements, colours, sounds, organs, glands and emotions fall into five...
View ArticleHerbs for Hair Loss
Typically more men lose their hair, but it does affect some women although usually it is less severe. Although male pattern baldness is considered a genetic condition there are some herbs that are...
View ArticleDIY Natural Teeth Whitening Mouth Wash Recipe and Money Saving Dental Tips
When I moved awhile ago I had to change dentists. When he looked at my teeth he exclaimed “You don’t have any cavities!” and asked how I was doing this. There is no secret really. I add essential oils...
View ArticleWinter Season in the Five Elements and Essential Oils
The Winter season is associated with the water element due to the abundance of water that falls in winter time that turns to snow and ice. The organ systems grouped in this season are the kidneys and...
View ArticleDIY Aromatherapy Deodorant
Just combine 2 simple ingredients with your choice of essential oils and you have got an easy to make, inexpensive, effective, long lasting natural deodorant. DIY Aromatherapy Deodorant Recipe Mix...
View ArticleWild Bergamot and Bee Balm Wildflowers Make Delicious Medicine
Bee-balm or Monarda which is the Latin name, is a beautiful wildflower native to North east North America. It is known for the popular beverage Natives call Oswego tea, and is also cooked in stews,...
View ArticleDIY Rose Tincture and Perfume for Nutritive Medicine and Skincare 🌹
Roses are such divine food, medicine and perfume, but watch out for those pointy, sharp thorns on the stem. It’s easy to see why it is such a universal symbol of love. 🌹 I collected some wild rose...
View ArticleEssential Oil Safety Guidelines and Dosages
Essential oils are the fat soluble parts of plants that are separated from the water soluble hydrosol part, which is mainly done by the process of steam distillation. Essential oils are the main part...
View ArticleChemotypes
This is a picture I took in Mexico of an Oregano plant, also known as Wild Marjoram, but should not be confused with Origanum majorana, which is Marjoram. There are many common names of one plant...
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