A recent docuseries on Netflix "(Un)Well" features an episode on essential oils. I was interviewed to provide a scientific angle, but I wonder what you think of the episode if you saw it?
I believe we are at a crossroads in terms of how essential oils are being used, and my talk at the Botanica 2020 virtual conference outlines some of my thoughts on the way we need to go.
Above all, I am concerned that we should not be recommending people take oral doses of essential oils as a 'life-style' choice. We don't have enough evidence of safety (or efficacy) of this practice, and the risks are too great.
I believe we are at a crossroads in terms of how essential oils are being used, and my talk at the Botanica 2020 virtual conference outlines some of my thoughts on the way we need to go.
Above all, I am concerned that we should not be recommending people take oral doses of essential oils as a 'life-style' choice. We don't have enough evidence of safety (or efficacy) of this practice, and the risks are too great.
This is a 15 minute video I made ABOUT HOW I PERSONALLY use essential oils to deal with respiratory infections - more about 'how to', than about specific essential oil recipes... relying on things "my Mumma told me". It says some things people will disagree with, so as a caution, I would say ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL FIRST BEFORE TRYING ANYTHING A NON-HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SUGGESTS.
Catch some of my passion for the future possibilities for aromatherapy in the upcoming Uncommon Scents movie - here's a sneak preview.
This is my first ever webinar... thought I'd share it here for fun - enjoy!
