Current Health News

October 20, 2016 - Issue 3715


The Link Between Birth Control Pills and Depression

Birth Control Pills

October 20, 2016

Birth control pills are among the most popular forms of contraception in the US, but new research highlights their risks to women's mental health. Artificially manipulating your sex hormones with the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraception could have serious adverse effects, including depression.

Vetiver oil: The soothing grass oil

Vetiver Oil

October 20, 2016

Vetiver oil comes from a perennial grass that originated from India hundreds of years ago. It is known for its calming and grounding effects, but has expanded to a variety of applications. Discover the many uses of vetiver oil and how your daily life can benefit from it.