While you often hear of adults suffering from acid reflux, it is certainly not uncommon for children to have the same problem. When you think it about it, it makes sense. In a normal person, food passes through the esophagus and the muscle will then close so the food can travel down in to the stomach. People with acid reflux have problems with this muscle closing properly, resulting in pain and discomfort known as acid reflux.

When children have acid reflux, they can feel quite miserable. Parents may not understand …

Caution for using ANY and ALL essential oils: If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, ALWAYS consult your physician before using essential oils.

Below you can find our Single Essential Oil Profiles which list the actions, benefits, indications, cautions and companion oils:

Angelica (Angelica Archangelica)
Action: Anticoagulant, sedating to the nervous system, reduces inflammation of intestinal wall. Emotionally it is calming, assisting in the release of pent-up negative feelings.
Indications: Bruises, colic, coughs, respiratory infections, indigestion, menopause, premenstrual tension, loss of appetite, rheumatic conditions.
Companion Oils: Patchouli, Vetiver, Clary Sage, most citrus …

In order to understand what the flu does, you first have to learn about the differences between bacteria and viruses. Both of these minute germs, bacteria and viruses, are able to invade the body and cause specific types of symptoms based on those reaction the body has to the changes the germ makes. In the last 50 years scientists have been able to combat the growth of bacteria through the manufacturer and production of antibiotics. These antibiotics were once thought to make an impact on individuals who …

Sinus congestion and infections are common throughout the year and nearly everyone will have them at one point or another. Some people experience them so often the condition is considered chronic. Most people choose to treat chronic sinus infections with traditional methods, but some choose holistic treatments. What is the difference and is one better than the other?

If you’ve ever had a sinus infection, you know the symptoms: headache, facial pain and heaviness, low grade fever, fatigue, or stuffy ears. You may feel like your head weighs a ton and …

Have you been told that you have bad breath? Have you made sure that you have good dental hygiene and would like to explore some alternative ways to prevent or cure bad breath? Here are some alternative treatments that you can try to take care of your bad breath problems.

Many individuals would rather cure bad breath from the comforts of home where it is less embarrassing. Some home remedies may not be scientifically proven so always explore and do research before trying any of them.

Your dentist is a good source …

Most doctors recommend antibiotics for patients suffering from sinus infections. Are the effective? Not always which is why you should tell your doctor if it is doing well or not so something else can be given.

There are two types of antibiotics that are used for sinus infections. The first are known as narrow spectrum antibiotics. This means that it is designed to only fight a certain type of bacteria. The second are broad spectrum antibiotics that attack a wide range of bacteria.

Studies have shown that the second type is more …

Did you know that the common cold results in billions of dollars worth of lost work time in the United States alone each year?  Colds are not life-threatening, but they can certainly make us feel horrible and result in trips to the doctor and days lying in bed.

One of the most puzzling things about the common cold is that it shares symptoms with a number of other ailments.  It is sometimes mistaken for the flu, strep throat, a sinus infection, or bronchitis, among other things.  So how do you know …

More and more people are affected by seasonal allergies. Twenty years ago, about 10% of the population experienced seasonal allergies; today the numbers have doubled to more around 20% to 25%. One in ten people suffer from some form of allergy.

Allergies can lead to other chronic conditions such as asthma and they should not be trivialized or ignored by any means.

“It’s a lot easier to treat the allergic reactions before they start happening than to wait until you’ve had symptoms,” according to Andrew Singer, M.D., an allergist at the …

The larynx, also called voicebox, is a 2 inch long organ in the neck. We use this particular structure when we breathe, talk war swallow. It is located at the top of the windpipe and the walls are made of cartilage. The large cartilage that forms the front of the voicebox sometimes protrudes in men and is called the Adams Apple.

Each time we breathe in and out here goes through the larynx, down the trachea and into our lungs. When we breathe, the vocal cords are …

Children often experience headaches but as parents and guardians it is often hard to diagnose. Researchers report that between four and ten percent of children have migraine headaches. Many adult headache sufferers report they experienced headaches in early childhood. Most of them report having headaches before the age of 10. Headaches in children are nothing to be concerned with but they could be a symptom of something more serious. If the headache is interfering with their daily activities, school, or changing sleep patterns there may …