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Arthritis refers to swelling or inflammation that affects the body’s musculoskeletal system, particularly the joints, with osteoarthritis (the degradation of joins, cartilage and bone ) and rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disease causing the inflammation of flexible  joints) being the two most common forms. Common symptoms of arthritis include swelling, redness, and restriction to your range of movement. The most noticeable symptoms, however, is...

Eczema is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder that can appear as blisters that crust and become itchy or as dry, thick patches of scaly skin. The main symptom is itching, and symptoms can come and go. Although eczema is not contagious, it is very common. Estimates are that more than 15 million people in the...

Tea tree oil is also known as melaleuca oil, has a fresh camphoraceous scent and a color that can range from a pale yellow to colorless. Tea Tree Oil is derived from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia, which is native to Australia. There are over 300 species of the Tea Tree that currently grow in Australia....

There are few things as frustrating as a persistent headache, you know, the ones that drag on throughout the entire day. What can start as a twinge in the morning, can develop into a continuous dull throb, which can impair our concentration and stop us getting stuff done. Nightmare! Stress, anxiety, lack of sleep, and dehydration...

Creating great essential oil combinations can be considered both science and art. You can’t just throw random oils in a basin and hope they turn out fine. There’s a number of other factors you need to consider. Aromatic Essential Oil Combinations Essential oils can be categorized into different groups according to their aromas. For example,...

The huge variety of skin care products on the shelves today is testament to the fact that achieving smooth skin is near the top of most people’s beauty to-do list. But amazingly, many are unaware that there are a number of natural essential oils that feature on the ingredients lists of some of the most...

When it comes to loosing weight, the sheer number of drugs and supplements available can be a bit overwhelming. From fat-blockers like Orlistat, to  powerful stimulants such as Ephedra, theres certainly no shortage of weight-loss pills on the market, each promising great results, fast. Now, it should be fairly obvious that these pills are no replacement for...

There is nothing quite as frustrating as tossing and turning throughout the night. The more you want to sleep, the more your mind races. The result? Studies have shown that interrupted sleep can impair mental performance during the day. Emotional stress, medical conditions, and unfavorable environment are just some of factors that can add up to a...

Borage oil is derived from the borage flower, often known as the starflower, which is small and blue. The oil comes from the seeds of the plant. Borage oil is popular as a topical ointment for skin disorders, and it is actually one of the richest sources of essential oils that cannot be produced by...