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Ingredient Spotlight: Aloe Vera (Juice and Gel)

Ingredient Spotlight: Aloe Vera (Juice and Gel)

Posted by T. Schuur | Integrative Health Practitioner | Aromatherapist | Herbalist | Botanical Chemistry & Formulation on 23rd Mar 2020

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) is a loaded botanical wonder! Its nutritive range is outstanding and the nourishment it provides is second to none!Today we explore the aloe plant. Aloe juice (whole plant … read more
​“Safe and Natural” May Not Mean “Safe for You”!

​“Safe and Natural” May Not Mean “Safe for You”!

Posted by T. Schuur | Integrative Health Practitioner | Aromatherapist | Herbalist | Botanical Chemistry & Formulation on 24th Jan 2020

Even if the dietary supplement, herb or essential oil you’re planning to use is generally considered safe, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s safe for you.Some supplements, herbs and essential oils ma … read more

Essential Oils for Christmas Crafts and Cooking

Posted by T. Schuur | Integrative Health Practitioner | Aromatherapist | Herbalist | Botanical Chemistry & Formulation on 27th Nov 2019

CHRISTMAS ESSENTIAL OIL COOKING RECIPES & DIY PERSONAL CARE CHRISTMAS GIFTS Christmas—it’s a season of many joys, much laughter, and beautiful moments. A time when some of our best memories are ma … read more
Botanical Medicines: Move Your Body, Spirit & Mind

Botanical Medicines: Move Your Body, Spirit & Mind

Posted by T. Schuur | Aromatherapy | Herbal Medicine | Aroma AcuPoint Therapy | Integrative Health Coach | Natural Health Product Formulator on 13th Nov 2019

Did you know that one of the key distinctions between aromatherapy and herbal medicine lies in the way that the raw plant material is prepared?Extraction of essential oils for aromatherapyGrinding of … read more