Lavender Oil used in Anxiety Management
Feeling nervous, anxious, or worried can be a normal response to a dangerous, threatening, or scary event. It’s an adaptive response that protects us from danger, but it can become maladaptive, leaving us feeling anxious all the time, to an extent that impacts our daily lives and quality of life.
Anxiety is the most common mental health problem in Canada, and depending on the individual in question, the symptoms, triggers, and treatment options can vary. We present a case study of lavender oil used anxiety management of a patient.
Botanical Medicine for Mental Health
Botanical Medicine is one of the main modalities in naturopathic medicine. While the use of herbs for medicine was born out of tradition, the science behind it continues to emerge and uncover more of the ‘why’ behind its usefulness. In fact, many drugs have origins in plant medicine
Stress, Cortisol, & Sleep
Do you ever notice how your stress levels impact your sleep? It might be more than just your racing mind keeping you up. The physiologic effects of chronic stress play a significant role in your sleep-wake cycles.
Your Microbiome & Your Mood
Have you ever noticed that what you eat impacts your mood? Have you felt worse after binging on junk food or after a night of drinking? There is compelling research suggesting that it may not be just the guilt talking - your microbiome may be contributing in a large way to the conversation.