We all have our ways of coping with Monday blues. But the work week keeps getting more and more hectic. So much so that by mid-week there is likely a meltdown of sorts. Deadlines and back-to-back meetings typically lead to a build-up of stress and...

"That time of the month" is one of the most dreaded phases for many people because of the discomfort and pain that accompanies menstruation. It's not for nothing that people have variously nicknamed the phenomenon 'the curse' or 'the red badge of courage', 'shark week',...

Essential oils are natural oils obtained usually by distillation. They retain the characteristic fragrance, scent, or 'essence' of the plant along with other valuable properties. Aromatherapy commonly employs essential oils because of their various benefits. Several essential oils promote feelings of relaxation and calmness and...

Making your own essential oil blends can be extremely fun and rewarding. But first, read on to understand a little about fragrances and the impact they have on us. Do you know how big a postage stamp is? Well, around the same size is your olfactory lobe,...