Even before the current condition of our world, reserves for our cognitive and physical resiliency were already diminished. The added stress of daily uncertainty and wavering restrictions and precautions for leaving the home have left most individuals even more exhausted. A research review of 43 studies regarding the mental health of our society was...
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Could Essential Oils Help with America’s Unhappiness Problem?
A recent survey of over 2,000 adults found that “Americans are the unhappiest they’ve been in 50 years.” When compared to previous results, more individuals reported being lonely and more parents stated they did not have high hopes for their children’s futures. Unfortunately, this is not surprising based on the recent statistics on the...
Three Essential Oils to Support Moving Forward With More Cheer
It’s not an easy time. We are re-adjusting and re-emerging to a very different world than we knew. This upheaval and temporary abnormal can be trying on the mind and body. Since the beginning of the crisis, many of my naturopathic and functional medicine clients have been reporting that they are feeling exceptionally lethargic...
As Society Re-emerges, Anxiety Increases: How to Cope with the Uncertainty
The threat of an invisible foe, the media’s consistent fearmongering of it, and the disagreements and swaying opinions of scientists has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of the whole world. Legitimate trepidation in venturing forth into society is an everyday boogieman for those who are physically vulnerable, and for those...
Ten Holistic Ways to Calm Your Nerves During Turbulent Times
As a naturopathic doctor, whenever I am working with someone, I always consider their biochemical individuality and genomics in order to create a personalized nutrition and supplement support protocol. However, the physical is only one part of a holistic wellness plan. Stress, lifestyle, relationships, environment, beliefs, sleep, and spirituality all have just as much...
Taking Our Mental Temperature During Times of Crisis
This schism between the mind-body is unfortunate in modern medicine. The two cannot be disconnected. Even the most conventionally oriented doctor will acknowledge the detriments of stress. In my latest post on my homepage, I discuss more about the importance of paying attention to mental health by highlighting my article on Natural Path. I...
The Top Five Essential Oils for Mind-Body and Immune Support
Recently, I have been providing resources for nourishing our minds and bodies to enhance resiliency. With the current state of the world, I have been especially concerned for people’s mental health. In my latest post, I discuss one of my favorite tools for holistic wellness, essential oils. I list five of my favorite...
How Stress Negatively Impacts the Brain & Body and How to Nourish Yourself Back to Health
The negative impact of unrelenting stress is on the rise, especially now. Even before the current crisis, the ongoing strain of everyday life was causing detrimental consequences on society’s overall physical and mental health. (source) As a naturopathic doctor, it is my desire to assist you in navigating through this time of excessive overwhelm...
Protected: Empowering our Health with Nurturing Practices- Sniffing Essential Oils, Clean Air, and Using Food as Medicine, Not Punishment
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Essential Oils for Respiratory Health & Naturopathic Doctor Telehealth Services for Staying Sane and Healthy During a Crisis
Last week, I discussed the pitfalls of focusing too much on the news and social media. Rather than letting technology have its way with your brain, why not take charge of your health and sanity? You could trade the time you normally would be investing in negative clickbait for more nourishing practices. As a...