Essential oils are currently enjoying a renaissance in the world of holistic health and wellness—with fans touting their effectiveness in treating everything from stress and anxiety to nausea and pain ...

The joint pain, swelling, and stiffness that come with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be so tough that you might be willing to do anything to stop it. Thankfully, there’s a long list of conventional ...

Many people are turning to essential oils as a way to help clear up an ear infection naturally, but this treatment is not approved by the FDA. Here’s what you need to know about using essential oils ...

While medical evidence doesn’t support essential oils for treating diabetes, there’s some evidence that suggests they can potentially help with certain symptoms and side effects. Essential oils are ...

Essential oils are aromatic compounds found in many plants. In chemistry jargon, they’re considered “volatile organic compounds.” Volatility, in this case, meaning that they readily convert from a ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. People have been using essential oils for centuries—for a good reason.

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correction An earlier version of this story incorrectly said that supplements aren’t regulated by the FDA. This version has been corrected. Essential oils are seemingly everywhere — fitness studios, ...

While some essential oils may have pest repellent properties, it still might not be the best idea to use them on your dog. This is because they can cause health problems when you apply the essential ...

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