Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is composed of several varieties, including L. latifolia, L. angustifolia, L. stoechas, and L. intermedia. This plant is native to the Mediterranean region, but it is cultivated globally. It grows well in warm, sunny climates and doesn’t need frequent watering. Lavender essential oil (EO) is made using steam distillation. This EO, used …
Stress is a term everyone in modern-day society is familiar with, be it personally and/or professionally. Stress is defined as a physical or mental response to an external stimulus. From a physiological perspective, stress responses keep us alive. If you have a bear chasing you, your body will release hormones to allow you to escape. …
Without a doubt, we are experiencing more burnout and fatigue today than ever before. In some ways, it's an epidemic in and of itself. Many of us are facing some level of challenges due to social isolation, financial strain, health challenges and increasing mental health struggles. Very likely you, or someone you know, has said …