Posts for Holistic Health
June 28, 2017
Do you have trouble sleeping? What could be a cause of insomnia? Often I hear complaints like… “I wish I could fall asleep before midnight” “I can never get a good night’s sleep. I wake up every night around the same time and it takes me hours to fall back asleep” “I always wake up so tired. I barely slept and my brain just doesn’t want to function” Sound familiar? Sleep can be tricky. Did you know that you have a body process called the circadian rhythm? This is a process that does maintenance on different body systems or organs every... View Article 
May 25, 2017
JennScents faceLYFT Oil – A multi-purposed, skin-nourishing serum to enhance the landscape of your skin Our JennScents faceLYFT oil was created to provide nourishment and repair to your skin while changing the landscape of your skin’s terrain. Tightening pores to create supple, hydrated and nourished skin which is known to combat fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, scarring and the signs of normal aging. We have included some of the top botanical oils in the beauty industry such as prickly pear seed oil, sandalwood seed oil, hemp oil, hyaluronic acid among others combined with a special formulation of skin nourishing essential oils such... View Article 
May 24, 2017
Mental Health PSA as we approach memorial day – a day to honor our veterans who have seen and experienced some unimaginable sights. Mental Health instability affects so many people. There are statistics that show it affects 1 in 5 people, but what about those who suffer in silence. I’d almost bet the stats are closer to 1 in 2 or 3 people. It’s the silent sufferers I want to reach out to. Many depend on anti-anxiety and anti-depressant medications to go out in public, handle stress and even just do normal, everyday tasks. Here are some helpful ideas to... View Article 
May 11, 2017
When you get lost, you use a compass to find your way, right? Should you be heading north, south, east, west or a combination of all directions to reach your destination? Well, what about when you need to find direction with your health? What tools do you have at your fingertips to guide you? I want to introduce you to the Solle Compass, one of my favorite tools in my daily “healthbox”. It is a system of Directional Mind-Body Health to help you find your way back to health. Just like the 4 directions on a compass, there are... View Article 
May 2, 2017
How do your essential oil's help the mind and body stay hydrated? When you smell an essential oil, it does not automatically increase your hydration level. What it does do is provide antioxidant and antibacterial properties, that nourish and empower cells to function at its best. When you give the body the right tools, it will perform its job optimally. Certain scents enhance lymphatic circulation which assists nutrients to be delivered where they need to go, and toxins to be eliminated properly. When this nutrient balance happens, cells and tissues can obtain and stay hydrated. You've heard that saying, it's... View Article 
March 19, 2017
Did you know that you literally have a nerve that connects the brain in your head with the brain in your gut? It’s called the Vagus nerve, or 10th cranial nerve and is a part of the enteric nervous system. This is what gives us the phenomena of “butterflies in our stomach” (Dr. Michael Gerson, The Second Brain), and ignites our “gut feeling” and intuition (which can help us in decision making, behaviors, responses and reactions). The brain in your gut has been said to have more responsibilities than the brain in your head. Gershon says “the second brain contains... View Article 
March 14, 2017
JennScents, Inc. was birthed in October 2002, after owner and formulator, Jennifer Pressimone battled IBS, Crohn’s and colitis. She needed some instant relief and with the help of her mentor, the very first JennScents aromatherapy blend was created…the JennScents Intestinal Soother. It provides relief very quickly and she then started sharing it with others who were in need of relief as well. Before you know it, JennScents was off and running, creating special formulas for to match people’s needs. The blend contains antispasmodic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory essential oils and carrier oils that deliver relief from intestinal upset, spasms, indigestion and... View Article 
March 14, 2017
Allergy season is upon us again! It seems like pollen and other environmental irritants are surrounding us and wreaking havoc on our sinuses and breathing. The JennScent’s Allergy Relief Spray will certainly come in handy during these times. This formula is a custom blend of 100% pure essential oils, including Frankincense (Bowellia carterii), Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) and plant based enzymes to help combat food, pet and environmental allergies as well as cold, flu, sinus congestion, snoring, hayfever, stuffy head and other respiratory concerns. Our formulator, Jennifer Pressimone, discovered almost 15 years ago that frankincense was a powerhouse when it... View Article 
March 14, 2017
The JennScents Chest Rub is a popular, “herbal vapor rub”. The combination of camphoraceous and stimulating essential oils with soothing aloe, will open up chest and sinus congestion, while soothing mucosal membranes, calming a spastic, dry cough and sinus headache. Our Chest Rub is loved by many! They use this for a chest cold (applied to the chest and feet areas) and sinus issues, sleep apnea, snoring, carpel tunnel pain, sciatica and to enhance breathing and circulation in the legs. The 100% pure essential oils provide many therapeutic properties such as antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, febrifuge (fever reducing), antiseptic, anti-inflammatory,... View Article March 13, 2017
World-renowned Holistic Aromatherapist and founder of the JennScents Institute, Jennifer Pressimone shares various aromatherapy blending techniques. This class is for all of those people who are using essential oils and want to know the best way to create a blend for specific purposes. Learn how essential oils interact with each other, application methods, dilution ratios and particular blending techniques to take your aromatherapy skills to the next level. Bring a friend and enjoy a walk in the gardens after class (included in registration). 3 CEU’s available for LMT, CNA’s and Licensed Dieticians. Class note: please do not wear any synthetic... View Article 
February 21, 2017
Most people don’t realize how painful the nipples can be when they are clogged during breastfeeding or dry and cracked from a hormone imbalance (affecting both women and men). They can become infected, bleed, severely dry, cracked, and sensitive to the touch. Some women cannot even wear a bra, and even having a shirt on can aggravate it. This is not a new problem popping up, but one people feel more comfortable seeking a solution for. On average, approximately 80-90% of nursing moms experience some kind of nipple irritation and discomfort when breastfeeding, such as tenderness, swollen, hot, plugged... View Article 
February 15, 2017
Book: JennScents Holistic Aromatherapy Comprehensive Guide, author Jennifer Pressimone. This is the first book I had purchased on aromatherapy and thought that after taking classes with Jennifer, this was the best place to start. I enjoyed the book for many reasons, firstly because the extensive information continues to help me in my growth of knowledge. I have found that I really enjoy how easy it is to use with the table of contents, the general index, and all of the charts and recipes. In my opinion this guide is a great reference book for the beginner to the more experienced... View Article 