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A Drop of Courage: How Yuzu Helped One Little Girl Face Back-to-School Nerves.
Yuzu (Citrus junos) is more than a delightful citrus; it’s emotionally intelligent.
The Plant Behind The Oil
The Plant Behind the Oil: Yuzu
In Korea, Yuzu (called Yuja) holds a place in folk medicine as a soothing remedy for winter ailments.
The Plant Behind The Oil
The Plant Behind the Oil: Gingergrass
Traditionally, gingergrass has been used in folk and Ayurvedic medicine for a variety of applications.
The Oil Within The Plant
The Oil Within the Plant: Gingergrass
Grown mainly in India and Nepal, this sharp, citrusy, and slightly minty oil wakes up your senses in an 'oh, isn't this uplifting' sort of way.
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July 2025: Tarragon Recap and Test Your Knowledge Quiz
Throughout the past few weeks, we’ve explored her essential oil, honored her botanical roots, witnessed her in real-life healing, and sat quietly in her energetic embrace. Together, these pieces weave a deeper understanding of this elegant herb, one that touches body, mind, and spirit.
The Oil Within The Plant
The Oil Within the Plant: Tarragon
Use it wisely, and tarragon essential oil can enchant the senses, calm the gut, and help one reclaim a sense of equilibrium.
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June 2025: Fragonia™ Recap and Test Your Knowledge Quiz
This month, we've explored Plai's cooling, grounding gifts, uncovered the vibrant life behind the oil, and peeked ahead to an upcoming Plant Sit meditation with Oregano. Each piece offers a chance to deepen your connection to the plants, the oils, and yourself.
Sampling Aromatherapist
Case Study: Fragonia™
Sarah, a 32-year-old client in her second trimester of pregnancy (week 21), came to the aromatherapist experiencing persistent upper respiratory congestion.
Monthly Article Recap Quiz
May 2025: Plai Recap and Test Your Knowledge Quiz
This month, we've explored Plai's cooling, grounding gifts, uncovered the vibrant life behind the oil, and peeked ahead to an upcoming Plant Sit meditation with Oregano. Each piece offers a chance to deepen your connection to the plants, the oils, and yourself.
A Mindful Plant Sit
A Mindful Plant Sit with Plai
I have such a strong visceral response, wishing I were a genie with the magical powers to make myself small and able to transport myself down into the bottle.
The Oil Within The Plant
The Oil within the Plant: Plai
The plant has traditionally been used as a culinary ingredient in cooking and in folk medicine to treat digestive and respiratory issues and pain.
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Implement: Case Study with Oregano
Gloria has taken on the loving challenge of caring for her mother, Caroline, who has dementia. Caroline has always had a kind, calm demeanor, but recently Gloria has noticed her mother becoming more agitated.
The Plant Behind The Oil
The Plant Behind the Oil: Oregano
Oregano has long been valued for its medicinal benefits. It possesses potent antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, primarily due to its high content of carvacrol and thymol.
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Implement: Case Study - Guarding against MRSA
Miguel's teammate developed a MRSA infection on his leg. Miguel wants to avoid getting one.
The Oil Within The Plant
The Oil Within the Plant: Benchmark Thyme
As an ACP student, I progressed through the lessons, growing more and more confident with these beautiful, gentle oils when…WHAM…I hit the phenols. Phrases like "very irritating to the skin" and "must be used carefully" scared the bejeebers out of this aroma newbie!
A Mindful Plant Sit
Succeed: A Mindful Sit with Vetiver
Imagine the scent of vetiver enveloping you. It may feel earthy, rich, and grounding, like the soil after a gentle rain.
The Plant Behind The Oil
The Plant Behind the Oil: Vetiver
The roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides are the source of vetiver essential oil, a highly valued product in the perfume and cosmetics industries.
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Implement: Case Study-Allergic to Dust Mites
Bruce has noticed an annoying dry cough with a runny nose and inflamed sinuses that seem to flare after he climbs into bed at night. It's not only annoying, it's affecting his sleep.