The Amherst Public Library, 221 Spring St., will host an essential oil tutorial with educator Danielle Szabo at 7 p.m., Aug. 4. Learn how you can avoid illness this year with the natural protection of ...

Essential oil safety depends on many factors, such as age, underlying health, and medication and supplement use. To assess safety, consider factors like the oil’s chemical composition and purity, ...

At first thought, diffusing essential oils seems totally safe. How harmful can it be to enjoy scents like lavender, lemon and eucalyptus? The rise of brands such as Doterra and Young Living, beautiful ...

A tiny flower known as the blue tansy (Tanacetum annuum) has received a lot of positive press in recent years. As a result, it’s become a popular ingredient in a wide variety of products, ranging from ...

People have used frankincense for thousands of years. Some people like the smell in perfume or incense, and there's some evidence it has medicinal benefits. (Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images) ...