FHRF Research Team

Essential Oils for Allergies An allergy is a condition where the immune system responds to a foreign substance. This can range from pollen to food. Allergic rhinitis or hay fever produces symptoms in the nose, throat, … Read More

Introduction It’s crucial that the elderberries are from a reputable source, that all excess twigs or unripe berries are removed, and that the berries are cooked sufficiently to eliminate the toxin that is found in the … Read More

Predictors of Disinformation Acceptance During the Early Stages of a Pandemic: A Cross Sectional Study Using the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping A global pandemic poses a community threat which requires collaboration and rapid dissemination … Read More

Introduction Bergamot essential oil is pressed from the peel of the bergamot orange, an Italian citrus fruit formally known as, Citrus bergamia. This small green fruit produces an oil with a bright citrus aroma but a chemical profile … Read More

Essential Oils for Labor & Birth In this 33 minute video, Dr. Jessie Hawkins covers how to use essential oils safely and effectively during the childbirth process. She will teach you what the scientific evidence has … Read More

Introduction A sore throat can be painful, thanks to the dry, scratchy irritation that is often worse when we swallow. Fortunately, the vast majority of cases of a sore throat are due to transient viral infections such … Read More

Ginger is great for all forms of nausea, regardless of cause. Studies have found that it helps to alleviate postoperative nausea and morning sickness, and that it can reduce vomiting episodes in nausea due to side … Read More

Lavender, tea tree, and breast growth in… little girls?!? After the release of a case series/lab study pre-print earlier this week, my inbox has been exploding with questions about the latest claims regarding lavender essential oil, … Read More

How do Essential Oils Work? – Ask Dr Hawkins “How do essential oils work?” They (usually) smell nice. They are all natural. They are fun to explore. But when it comes to medicinal actions, how do essential oils … Read More

Bergamot Inhalation for Anxiety: A Meta Analysis of Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trials Essential oil inhalation is frequently used to treat anxiety in multiple populations. While multiple clinical trials on this application exist in the scientific literature, … Read More