In this episode of essential oils for menopause hormones, I asked all the questions you ask. The purpose? To find beyond exercise and food, what can you do with essential oils to support your symptoms or simply elevate your health.

I ask about essential oils for menopause hormones – adrenal fatigue, sleep, libido, cravings and more.

Don’t miss this one!

My Guest:

Jodi Sternoff Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. She has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain related challenges, including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

• [00:08:06] No one is a stranger to essential oils, but can we go back to their origins?
• [00:10:00] How can essential oils help a woman in menopause?
• [00:16:26] What works for adrenal fatigue?
• [00:19:33] What if sleep is a problem?
• [00:22:00] What if blood sugar and insulin resistance are?
• [00:23:07] What if cravings for sweets or caffeine are an issue?
• [00:28:16] How can oils help with fascia?
• [00:33:55] What if the energy to exercise seems to have left the building?
• [00:35:07] What if headaches or migraines are a problem?
• [00:37:08] What if the va va voom is nowhere to be found?
• [00:38:45] Where does a newbie start?
• [00:34:28] What are your favorites and why?
• [00:39:00] Some are for use topically… Do they all require dilution?

Why Use Essential Oils?

• A powerful concentrated essence medicine, you only need a small amount.
• Calms, focuses and regulates moods.
• Targets nervous system, vagus nerve, and adrenal response.
• Supports cortisol balance, melatonin production, and more

The Power of Essential Oils for Menopause Hormones

The Power of Touch

• Skin is our largest organ, open to fat soluble remedies.
• Applying essential oils on a reflex point is powerful.

The Power of Smell

• Smell has direct access to the part of your brain known as the amygdala.
• Signals the brain to process certain emotions, calm the nervous system (anxiety, depression, etc.)

Uses:

• Adrenal Fatigue
  • Indicators: exhaustion, needing caffeine, brain fog.
  • Helps reset stress signals and regulate cortisol through the nervous system and hypothalamus.
  • Topical application on the lower back in the morning or mid afternoon to give energy.
• Sleep
  • Regulates the Circadian Rhythm by triggering the pineal gland to naturally release melatonin.
  • Sleep issues:
  • Bedtime - topical application on the top of the head, above the ears or back of the head.
  • Waking up at 1am - smelling oils for pancreas, which releases the hormones to pull the blood sugar out of the bloodstream and into the cells.
  • Waking up at 3am - topical application for liver and gallbladder to help sleep through the night.
• Cravings (sweets and caffeine)
  • Use adrenal or circulation blends to beat afternoon crashes.
  • Inhale or topical application on the lower back to boost alertness.
• Mobility
  • Fascia health is hormone-responsive and affects posture and motion.
  • Emotional stress can tighten fascia, impacting mobility.
  • Applying on body part allows more range of motion
• Headache and Migraine
  • Topical application on the temples and lymph node clusters (neck, base of skull, behind the ears and clavicles) to relieve pressure and move fluid.
• Libido
  • Adrenal blends applied to the lower back help restore energy and hormonal balance.
  • Parasympathetic blends send safety signals to the nervous system, reducing stress and allowing desire to return.
  • Topical application around the belly button or inner thighs to promote circulation and stimulate libido.

Key Takeaways on Essential Oils for Menopause Hormones

• Oils work quickly due to their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and influence the nervous system.
• Topical and aromatic use of essential oils can support hormone health without relying on supplements or medications.
• Specific oils target specific problems:
  • Adrenals → Energy, stress, blood sugar regulation
  • Circadian → Sleep onset
  • Pancreas → Night waking
  • Liver/Gallbladder → 3 a.m. wakeups
  • Circulation → Boost alertness & focus
• Hormonal changes affect fascia, posture, mobility, and emotional resilience.
• Left-nostril breathing with oils can calm anxiety by balancing brain hemispheres.

Connect with Jodi:

• Get your Vibrant Blue Oils here: Parasympathetic State Toolkit
• Instagram - @vibrantblueoils

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