March 22, 2025

There are a few foods that lower blood pressure to take notice of, particularly if you are at risk for hypertension. Hibiscus tea makes that list with glowing reviews. Several studies have found it to lower blood pressure significantly, even in patients with certain health conditions that increase the risk of high blood pressure. Hibiscus is commonly brewed into herbal teas and beverages, either hot or cold, enjoyed for its refreshing taste and potential health benefits.In some cuisines, hibiscus flowers or calyces are used in cooking to add flavor, color, and acidity to dishes. Tangy Hibiscus tea may taste great, but it's also seriously medicinal. Clinical research finds Hibiscus reduces blood pressure, even beating some ACE inhibitor drugs.

March 14, 2025

Hot chocolate can have many health benefits, including improved heart health, brain function, and moodIt's also a source of nutrients like magnesium, iron, and potassium. Take your hot chocolate from ordinary to gourmet by adding a little Cinnamon Bark Vitality to the mix!

  • 2 cups milk of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  •  2 tablespoons sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave)
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • A pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)

March 1, 2025

The olfactory environment is an important component of the indoor environment, closely related to health, comfort, and performance. The nervous system, acting as a critical processor for interior and exterior information exchange, regulates the work of other systems. Despite making up just 2 % of all body weight, the human brain uses around 20 % of the circulating oxygen, serving as the primary energy source for maintaining bodily functions and regulating emotions and cognition. Given that aromatic compounds can pass through the blood-brain barrier and engage with receptors in the brain, inhaling aromas has a significant impact on brain function. Electroencephalography (EEG) records the activity of neurons on the covering of the cerebral cortex. Numerous studies have confirmed that EEG usefully reflects how aroma exposure impacts psychophysiological responses.

February 27, 2025

Caregiver burden, in particular for parents of children with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities, is associated with higher levels of anxiety and depression as well as increased time spent on caregiving tasks relative to parents of children with typically developing trajectories. Chronic stress can cause surges in pro-inflammatory cytokines and promote inflammation.

Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment based on essential oils that contain volatile plant extracts, often distilled or cold-pressed, for healing and improving overall health, mood, and state of mind. Aromatherapy can help to relieve. anxiety, depression, and stress . The smell of essential oils can cause changes in the brain by the nerve cell receptors in the nasal epithelium where it is sent to the brain.

February 24, 2025

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder that occurs in 60% to 90% of people older than 65 years. The prevalence of osteoarthritis is reported to be between 19.2% and 28.2%, and predictably this disease will be the fourth leading cause of chronic disability in the world by 20202. A consequence of osteoarthritis is the presentation of clinical symptoms including joint pain, decreased range of the joint motion (ROM), inflammation, and swelling of the joint. Treatment of osteoarthritis includes pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches and surgery as a last resort. Due to the wide range of side-effects of drug treatments, including nausea and peptic ulcer, it is very important to consider non-pharmaceutical treatments such as aromatherapy.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is one of the plants used for aromatherapy. It has a fragrant smell and pungent taste and has long been used to treat various diseases such as colds, nausea, gastrointestinal disorders, asthma, and stomach ulcers. Several beneficial characteristics have so far been known for ginger, including anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant effects.

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