Health & Wellness Blog

Evidence-based articles on nutrition, fitness, mental health, and more.

A condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to fatigue, weight gain, and cold sensitivity.

Bergamot essential oil shows promising results for anxiety reduction in clinical settings. Methods of use and cautions.

The body's complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that defends against infections, diseases, and harmful substances.

This floral essential oil may help lower blood pressure and reduce stress. Evidence from inhalation studies and aromatherapy.

The body's natural response to injury or infection. Acute inflammation is protective, but chronic inflammation contributes to disease.

Never apply essential oils undiluted. A guide to jojoba, sweet almond, coconut, and other carrier oils for safe topical use.

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar by allowing cells to absorb glucose for energy.

Oregano oil shows strong antimicrobial activity in lab studies. But does that translate to human health? A balanced review.

A condition where cells respond poorly to insulin, requiring more insulin to manage blood sugar, often preceding Type 2 diabetes.

Many essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy. A trimester-by-trimester guide to safe aromatherapy practices.

An essential mineral needed for oxygen transport in blood. Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide.

Ultrasonic, nebulizing, heat, and evaporative diffusers compared. Choose the right one and use it safely around children and pets.