Ep. 215 - Essential Oils for your Health with Dr. Eric Zielinski

"The chemical structure that chemists and pharmacists get to create the drugs that we use today are from nature. These are the chemicals in plants, these are the essential oils" says Dr. Eric Zielinkski, author of The Essential Oil Apothecary.  Dr. Zielinski explains that many people are too quick to write off essential oils as pseudoscience, when there is actually an abundance of scientific evidence proving that they are a key contributor to our health and wellbeing.   Unfortunately, there has been widespread misinformation regarding essential oils and their proper use in recent years. Because MLMs have sent out thousands of people who, despite being well-intentioned, are not in the medical or aromatherapy fields, essential oils have been largely discredited. However, it is important to recognize that essential oils actually serve as the foundation of most modern-day medicines! Dr. Zielinski's mission is to help people explore the ways in which essential oils can alleviate symptoms of everything from stress to inflammation to chronic diseases and more to better their day-to-day lives.   Tune into this week's episode of Beyond the Basics Health Academy for a conversation with Dr. Eric Zielinski about the healing powers contained within essential oils. Learn about the common myths surrounding essential oils, how they positively impact the brain, and how to safely and effectively use them in your everyday life.   Quotes • "The chemical structure that chemists and pharmacists get to create the drugs that we use today are from nature….These are the chemicals in plants, these are the essential oils." (5:04-5:18)  • "A lack of bacteria creates a poorly developed immune system, which puts your brain at risk for inflammation." (9:42-9:50)   • "These synthetic fragrances have been linked to autoimmunity and, of course, allergies, but at what cost?" (13:50-13:58)  • "Some research studies have...proven that post-operative patients that have a view of nature heal quicker and get out of the hospital versus someone that has a window view of the garage." (15:21-15:35) • "Out of all of the essential oils manufactured on the planet, 50% are used by the food and flavor industry. You are consuming essential oils every day in microdoses." (30:19-30:35)  • "Low acetylcholine in the brain is the hallmark of Alzheimer's and Dementia."  (42:18-42:21)    Links Learn more about Dr. Eric Zielinkski: https://naturallivingfamily.com/  https://www.facebook.com/NaturalLivingFamilyk/ https://www.instagram.com/naturallivingfamilyofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/doctorericz   BE KIND TO OTHERS, TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, AND MAKE GOOD CHOICES.   Stay connected to Dr. Meaghan and her work: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBvlMzs8K94 • Instagram: @oneagorahealth // @drmeaghankirschling • Facebook: One Agora Integrative Health Clinic • Twitter: @btbhacademy • LinkedIn: Meaghan Kirschling • Clinic Website: https://www.oneagorahealth.com/   Podcast production and show notes provided by FIRESIDE Marketing