Don’t use essential oils for asthma. Here’s why.

Alright, we need to talk. Those of you who follow my blog know that I don’t shy away from controversial topics and that I don’t have a problem speaking my mind. I try to do it in a respectful, informative, and somewhat humorous way. But I saw something this morning that needs to be addressed, and it’s not funny at all. As I was eating breakfast before work, I saw a link about essential oils posted on a fellow pediatrician/blogger’s Facebook page, where he made some important observations about the author’s claims about medical uses of essential oils. I agree with him completely, but I think the point needs to be driven home a little harder. The article he linked to is called “Essential Oils Alternative for Pediatrician’s Top 10 Prescribed Drugs.” Continue reading ... Your patients are rating you online: How to respond. Manage your online reputation: A social media guide. Find out how.
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