The Essential Oil Revolution - Health, Purpose, and Aromatherapy

Essential oils work synergistically to bring the cells of our body into homeostasis, or balance. Humans and plants go way back—that’s why they work so well together. The body can recognize an essential oil molecule as a natural, complete medicine, and knows what to do with that molecule—just like essential oil molecules know how to best balance the body. It takes no micromanaging on our part…the i...

What if what’s holding you back from achieving your ideal weight isn’t the amount of calories you consume, or which diet you’re on, or how many hours you log at the gym…what if the key to sustained weight loss actually resided in your relationship with yourself, and the work you need to “put in” is giving your body love, not shame or hate?  Steph Hendel is a women's weight loss coach, internationa...

Millions of children in the US have been diagnosed with ADHD, and quite often, this diagnosis is accompanied by another disorder such as anxiety, depression, or other behavioral or conduct disorders. Since essential oils affect the limbic system of the brain, they are uniquely well suited to support individuals with these challenges. Follow the advice of your healthcare provider when it comes to t...

There is a good bit of mystery surrounding the transition from the “mother” phase of life to the “wise woman” phase. This shift is beautiful and empowering—it’s a time to step off the roller coaster of hormone cycles and ride the smooth river of clarity and creativity. In today’s episode, Angela Sidlo pairs the ancient wisdom of acupressure with the healing power of essential oils to assist in bal...

Alzheimer’s, the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S., affects 1 in every 10 individuals aged 65 and older. Most of us have known someone with this degenerative condition that slowly strips away personality and ability to care for oneself. Deaths from Alzheimer’s have increased 145% since 2000. In today’s episode, we talk to Kelli Oster and discuss health factors and ways to help support individ...

With all the dubious ingredients in pet products on the market, we have to be as vigilant with our pet care as we are with our own care. In today’s episode, Sherri Losby shares some amazing stories about using oils with her dogs. You use essential oils on yourself, in your home, and with your family…your furry family members can benefit from essential oils every bit as much as you do!   See full s...

Most of us have been affected by cancer in some form or fashion, whether personally or by association. A small percentage of cancer cases can be traced to genetics, but the lion’s share of cases have been associated with toxic overload and chronic inflammation. Today we discuss environmental toxins, toxins in the food supply, and emotional toxins to avoid to choose a healthier lifestyle with Andre...

For patients about to undergo surgery, high anxiety before anesthesia translates to high anxiety after patients wake up…and consequently, more pain. Christine Castillo-Chavez and other nurses at Marin Hospital led a study to measure the effect of inhaling essential oils on anxiety levels in pre-operative patients, with surprising results. Stress and anxiety don’t have to be the norm for patients…o...

Ancient healing modalities stress the link between the human emotional state and the physical state. Studies show that essential oils have a significant impact on the human limbic system, the “hard drive” of our brain. When we use essential oils to support healthy emotional health, we are also supporting our physical health. Today we discuss essential oils for emotional support with Leslie Moldena...

What’s the best, cheapest way to get the cleanest, highest quality food on Earth? Grow it yourself! Today we chat with Jackie Tarlton about ways to use essential oils to grow food naturally in the backyard garden. Interested in growing a garden but overwhelmed with all the pest and disease challenges gardens can face? Jackie makes it simple to get started with safe, delicious-smelling alternatives...

In today’s episode we dive into the very specific period known as postpartum and discuss, with Krystina Valadez, ways to care for yourself and your newborn. Take the mystery out of using essential oils and educate yourself on the best ways to use these tools during this very special and very sensitive time!   See full show notes for this episode HERE . (You can also leave a comment there on the si...

Today we get a glimpse into the Essential Oil Insiders group’s exclusive monthly live Q&A session. We are joined by Dr. Lindsey Elmore, Pharmacists and Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist. It’s so refreshing to hear from such a reputable, trustworthy source on using essential oils and dispelling myths surrounding this highly polarized topic! Dr. Elmore makes the science of essential oil...

Today we flip the mic around and interview Samantha Lee Wright, host of The Essential Oil Revolution! After 200 episodes, we figured you might be a bit curious about what makes Sam tick, why she does what she does, and where she’s coming from. Learn about life as a twin, some of her early influences, how she landed on her current path, and upcoming projects on the horizon. One huge motivator of Sa...

Massage has so many benefits for the body and mind alone…but when combined with essential oil plant power, clients get way more than just relaxed muscles! Sharon Davenport loves helping people experience the joys of massage therapy, self-care and essential oils to promote total wellness and healthy communication among families in their daily lives. Cater each massage to the needs of the client, us...

It can be challenging to navigate the world of skin care products in an era when scientific studies are conducted by the companies who have an interest in the outcome, and when what’s Generally Regarded As Safe can change from year to year. In today’s episode, we discuss sunscreen safety with Dan Matthews, who has been developing essential oil blends and an organic sunscreen lotion to help elimina...

Looking for a tool that can enhance your love life, calm you down, give you clarity of mind, increase intuition, diminish wrinkles, anxiety and apathy? It may be hard to believe…but you can find it all in one delicious-smelling bottle. Today we talk about Jasmine oil and the process of reinventing yourself with Brooke Kornegay. When you take the time to intentionally design and enjoy your life…it...

Sometimes we need help getting unstuck in life. Often, we intuitively know what changes we need to make or what we need to add to our daily routines in order to get back into balance. Today we discuss tools to get in tune with ourselves in order to experience more of what we want in our lives with Dr. Velvete Womack. Our bodies are built to heal, and are constantly renewing themselves. Once we ide...

When it comes to choosing an essential oil company to call home, there is a lot of information to sift through. There are many different criteria for the word “best”, depending on the values of the individual consumer. Today we do some digging with Bill Liebich. Whatever path you choose, we at the Essential Oil Revolution hope that your “best” criteria includes the highest quality essential oils f...

No one consciously embarks on a journey of addiction, saying “I’m going to devote the next year to destroying my life”…yet so many people in this world end up in this dark place. Listen in and hear Matt’s story of how he slowly climbed back up from rock bottom to a place of vibrant health and gratitude. There IS hope for each of us. If we can commit to one small action, day after day, and reach fo...

Melissa (a.k.a. lemon balm) is a plant that is so sensitive, it is affected by the attitudes of the people around it! Tune in to learn about the benefits of Melissa as well as Gretchen’s tips for transforming your mindset and preparing for success. When pursing success, we must first pursue happiness. Many of us fall into the trap of waiting for success to come in order to find happiness. Tending...

Many of us who go to a yoga class do so to de-stress, lower anxiety, center and ground. Combining essential oils with a yoga practice expedites these results, and we discuss this with Michelle Doorey, who is a registered Yoga teacher. In a world of so much stimulation, inflammation, and stress, it’s good to remember to use our tools so we’re not swept away by the current!    See full show notes fo...

Stress not only feels awful, but studies show that stress increases or exacerbates many kinds of illness and disease. When we have unmanaged stress or trauma, our brain gets locked into “fight or flight” mode, causing inflammation and a host of other undesirable symptoms. In this episode we explore how specific essential oils can literally assist our brain in returning to a normal state with Eliza...

When you think of your life as a a vinyl record, trauma is the scratch that causes the song to skip and repeat one part over and over. In this episode, Kathleen shares her experience with healing those scratches and allowing the original song to come through. To be alive is to experience ups and downs, bliss and trauma. Essential oils can help bring old memories to the surface where they can be pr...

Every essential oil user should have a working knowledge of oils in the citrus family. Today we learn about what makes these oils unique and discuss our favorite ways to cook, clean, and secretly uplift the moods of everyone in our household with them! Lindsey Dietz, creator of All The Nourishing Things, loves sharing how nourishing and uncomplicated Real Food and holistic living can be. Join us a...

Women in American are experiencing a whole lot of issues with regard to hormone health. The additional stress and toxic environment we are exposed to exacerbate the symptoms of the natural changes women’s bodies undergo and cause some very unwanted side effects. If you are in your 30s-40s are are experiencing unexplained weight gain, trouble sleeping, and anxiety, don’t do anything else until you...