fitNERD
Fit Nerd is where faith, fitness, and science collide. We geek out on genetics, health, and training — all while keeping Christ at the center. From nutrition and hormones to joyful movement and real-life faith, you’ll discover how to work with the body God designed so you can feel strong, energized, and fearfully fit. I like to explore the current trends- food, exercise, and lifestyle- and discuss who that trend will benefit and why.
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Episode 21: Essential Oils: Do they really work?
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In this episode, I’m unpacking the real story behind essential oils — the history, the chemistry, the nervous system magic.
We’ll talk about how ancient cultures used aromatic plants for medicine long before pharmacies existed, what essential oils actually are (hello, plant defense compounds 👩🏼🔬), and why scent has such a powerful effect on your brain, emotions, and stress response.
I share where I’ve personally seen oils make a difference — sleep, meltdowns, headaches, immune support — and where I think we need to stay grounded and responsible.
This conversation is science meets hippie:
🌿 Nervous system regulation
🌿 Limbic system activation
🌿 Plant chemistry
🌿 Ritual, belief, and healing
🌿 Safety and common sense
If you love essential oils, are skeptical of them, or just want a balanced take that isn’t fear-based or fanatical, this episode is for you.
Because sometimes healing isn’t about choosing between modern medicine and ancient wisdom.
Sometimes it’s both. 🌿✨