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Here is another research paper that I wrote during my masters degree. This paper examines the California poppy and some of its notable benefits. Photo provided by wix.com California poppy Eschscholzia californica and its Sedative, Analgesic, and Anxiolytic Effects Written by Julie Howell 12/11/2023 This paper aims to see if the California poppy Eschscholzia californica is or is not effective in use for anxiety, pain, or sedation, as stated in the monograph found in Peters

Julie Howell
Feb 128 min read


Emotional Eating, Food Addiction, and the Road to Recovery
Written by: Julie Howell 12/5/2024 Abstract The purpose of this paper was to identify the causes of emotional eating and food addiction and to help find modalities to heal our relationship with food, our minds, and our bodies. Using an EBSCO host search engine, the research on food addiction and emotional eating, at first glance, shows many related articles; however, upon closer inspection, it all circles back to obesity, cardiovascular concerns, and diabetes issues. This pap

Julie Howell
Jan 1523 min read


Herb Highlight
I wanted to share some information regarding the benefits of different herbs and integrative therapies. I am sharing a research paper that I did on licorice root. I hope you enjoy! Glycyrrhiza glabra is an effective treatment for inflammation and wound healing. By Julie Howell 08/14/2023 Abstract Inflammation is a prominent symptom associated with many disease processes and can cause further complications in the body's organs if left untreated. Many standard medications for

Julie Howell
Nov 19, 202511 min read


Integrative Health Tips for Optimal Well-being
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining optimal well-being can feel like a daunting task. With so much information available, it can be...

Julie Howell
Jul 20, 20256 min read
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