The body of scientific research regarding the medicinal uses of essential oils for all applications continues to grow. Alongside the data reinforcing the use of oils as antibacterials and antivirals, is a growing amount of evidence published in peer-reviewed journals on the anxiolytic (anti-stress) actions of oils. The evidence is strong enough such that some oils have finally been recommended as “complementary” therapies, meaning researchers are suggesting that M.D.’s consider their use in conjunction with modern medical practices.
Over recent years there has been a huge change in the perception that to feel better you need to eat better. This has become even more apparent as people have gained more access to information via the internet.