There is a definite change in the body’s BRAIN biochemistry when one has been experiencing severe low mood for a period of time.
Studies have shown that there is also abnormal activity and changes in the brain itself. Levels of brain neurotransmitters start to decline. Elevated cortisol levels in response to stress can cause the hippocampus of the brain, the memory center, to produce fewer neurons, and this can cause memory loss.
The prefrontal cortex at the very front of the brain has been shown to shrink when excess cortisol is present for long periods of time. This part of the brain is responsible for mood regulation, formation of memories, and planning and decision making. This can explain symptoms of brain fog, emotional highs and lows, and problems planning and executing daily tasks and responsibilities.
Ongoing exposure to high levels of cortisol can also cause another part of the brain, the amygdala, to become enlarged and hyperactive, which, in turn, causes hormonal imbalances in other areas of the body. This area of the brain facilitates emotional responses like fear and pleasure. Changes in the amygdala can cause abnormal brain activity which can disrupt sleep.
Brain function also relates to the obsessive and repetitive focusing on one thought or a series of thoughts without completion. This can impair the ability to think and process emotions in a healthy way, and this in turn can be very isolating, intensifying an already severe low mood.
Of course, it isn’t just thoughts and feelings that can impair proper brain function. Structural damage caused by head injury, surgery, alcohol and drug use, or underlying medical conditions can also predispose someone to periods of severe low mood. Treatment options in conjunction with a health professional are usually effective or can be managed.
Essential Oils that help support brain health include:
• Frankincense
• Copaiba
• Lavender
• Sandalwood
• Roman Chamomile
• Myrrh
• Bergamot
• Clary Sage
• Balance
• Vetiver Essential Oil
Often called the “King of Oils,” FRANKINCENSE is renowned as one of the most prized and precious Essential Oils, and has extraordinary health benefits.* When inhaled or diffused, FRANKINCENSE supports feelings of peace, relaxation, satisfaction, and overall wellness.
PRACTICAL USES
• Rub FRANKINCENSE on your hands after a long day of gardening for a warming and soothing effect.
• Helps reduce the appearance of skin imperfections.
• Can be applied to the bottoms of feet to promote feelings of relaxation and to balance mood.
• Take one to two drops in a veggie capsule to support healthy cellular function.*
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
DIFFUSION: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
INTERNAL: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
TOPICAL: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
CAUTIONS
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
BOOST MY BRAIN POWER ROLLER BOTTLE RECIPE
• 14 drops FRANKINCENSE Essential Oil
• 8 drops Copaiba Essential Oil
• 7 drops Douglas Fir Essential Oil
• 5 drops Clary Sage Essential Oil
Add Essential Oils to a 10ml roller bottle and top with Fractionated Coconut Oil. Apply 3–4 times daily on back of neck, big toe, and behind ears to banish brain fog and boost clear thinking.
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