Marian Reven is a professor of clinical education at West Virginia University. The history of using essential oils and their aromas to improve health and well-being dates back thousands of years. Like ...

While research suggests there are health benefits, the FDA doesn’t monitor or regulate the purity or quality of essential oils. It’s important to talk with a healthcare professional before you begin ...

Essential oils smell great, reduce stress, treat fungal infections, and help you sleep. They are concentrated extractions from plants. A process called distillation turns the “essence” of a plant into ...