Science Meets Spirit Essentials

Science Meets Spirit Essentials

By Dr. Laura HughesHealth & Fitness
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Science Meets Spirit Essentials episodes

  • Ep 23: Lavender essential oil (the Simplicity Series)

    What’s so special about doTERRA’s Lavender essential oil?
    In this short episode, Dr. Laura Hughes breaks down the science, sourcing, and soul of one of the most trusted—and underrated—natural wellness tools on the planet.


    The Simplicity Series: Lavender Essential Oil
    Short, powerful episodes on doTERRA’s top 12 foundational essential oils.

    In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most popular essential oils in the world—Lavender—and exploring what makes doTERRA Lavender essential oil the gold standard in the natural wellness industry (yes, really!).

    You’ll learn:

    • Why doTERRA Lavender is considered the purest and most potent lavender oil available

    • How pharmacokinetic research proves its effectiveness in supporting sleep, relaxation, and emotional balance

    • The powerful aromatherapy and therapeutic benefits of Lavender oil—including its ability to calm the nervous system and support mood

    • How doTERRA’s unique sourcing and distillation process ensures purity, consistency, and therapeutic results

    • The role of linalool and linalyl acetate in Lavender’s calming and restorative properties

    • Simple, effective ways to use Lavender oil—whether you’re new to essential oils or looking to deepen your practice

    • How to work with Lavender energetically as a tool for grounding, anchoring, and creating ritual

    Whether you’re using essential oils for emotional wellness, stress relief, or sleep support, Lavender is a foundational oil that belongs in every natural medicine cabinet.

    This is the one to start with—and the one to return to.


    Questions, or looking for a wellness plan that incorporates lavender? Let's chat!


    Contact:


    website: www.drlaurahughes.com

    email: [email protected]

    IG: @drlaurahughes

    LinkedIN: @drlaurahughes



    14 min
  • Episode 22: Wellness Made Simple: Foundational Nutrition with VMG+, EOMega and PB Restore

    It’s rare for me to get so excited about supplements, but it is safe to say that after 6 months of using doTERRA’s VMG+, EOmega and PB Restore, my energy, digestion, mental focus and clarity for what I am here to do in the world have never been more clear. I want that for you, too! It really is wellness made simple.


    In this episode, we discuss the importance of foundational nutrition and how it serves as the basis for overall wellness. We chat about the difference you can expect with whole food supplements, particularly doTERRA's VMG Plus, E Omega, and PB Restore, which are designed to provide essential nutrients in a simple and effective manner. 


    The conversation highlights the significance of consistency in wellness routines and how the right support can lead to profound changes in health and well-being.


    Chapters


    00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Simplification

    01:27 Foundational Nutrition: The Key to Wellness

    06:36 The Importance of Core Nutrients

    12:11 Introducing VMG Plus: A Comprehensive Solution

    17:57 E Omega: Enhancing Brain and Heart Health

    22:33 PB Restore: The Probiotic Revolution

    24:45 Creating a Holistic Ecosystem for Wellness

    29:05 The Benefits of Subscription and Consistency



    HOW TO ORDER AND GET MY SUPPORT:


    Live in Canada? 

    Click this link!

    https://doterra.me/bLU0Yt

    The cart is flexible. For bonus free shipping and a free diffuser,  consider adding Serenity essential oil or the Serenity Sleep System to your cart! This cart already contains the free glass shaker bottle + peppermint, a free essential oil to get your top 12 collection started, and a free Lavender roller bottle as a gift from me to you!


    Live in the USA? 

    Click this link!

    ⁠https://doterra.me/CCeRnV⁠

    The cart is flexible. I added the Serenity Sleep system to the cart to qualify you for a free diffuser! Feel free to take it out and add anything else you like. This cart already contains the free glass shaker bottle + peppermint, a free essential oil to get your top 12 collection started, and a free Lavender roller bottle as a gift from me to you!


    Keywords:

    natural wellness, essential oils, foundational nutrition, supplements, doTERRA, health, wellness routine, probiotics, omega-3, holistic health

    33 min
  • Episode 21: Healing through Hydration: Introducing MetaPWR Recharge

    If you were to ask me what’s the one thing that has most dramatically changed in my life recently, it wouldn’t be the birth of a new baby, it would be how I feel after a new baby now that I am adequately hydrated! ⁣

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    I recently ended up in the Emergency Room with symptoms of dehydration, a place I never thought I’d be. Thanks to doTERRA MetaPWR Recharge, an amazing new product with a unique balance of electrolytes, ocean-derived minerals, essential oils, and plant extracts, I have more energy, less pain, and better mental clarity than ever before. ⁣
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    I rarely advocate that everyone needs a specific supplement or health practice, but after diving into the science of hydration and what it actually means to be hydrated (hot tip: It’s not just drinking more water), I firmly believe that everyone can benefit from being better hydrated. MetaPWR Recharge is a product that can be a game changer in helping you feel better.⁣
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    - I share my story⁣
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    - Introduce the “Quench” protocol for hydration and how that can shift chronic disease in days/weeks,⁣
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    - Chat about the science and spirit of how water impacts our cells⁣
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    - Reveal how dehydration contributes to those pesky symptoms you can’t get rid of (weight gain, fatigue, bloating, brain fog, constipation anyone?), ⁣
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    - Explain what makes MetaPWR Recharge so different (and effective!) than any other electrolyte product on the market. ⁣
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    Water is life, and I can’t wait to share how dramatically different you can feel by changing your relationship with this underappreciated gift from the Earth. ⁣
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    GET RECHARGE:⁣
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    🇨🇦Live in Canada? Buy Recharge at 25% off here:⁣
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    https://doterra.me/8qQEDq⁣
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    🇺🇸Live in the USA? Buy Recharge at 25% off here:⁣
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    https://doterra.me/OEbr6I⁣
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    RESOURCES:⁣
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    📚 Quench: Beat fatigue, drop weight, and heal your body through the new science of optimum hydration, by Dana Cohen & Gina Bria:  ⁣
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    https://www.drdanacohen.com/Quench-Book⁣
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    🎙Essential Oil Solutions with doTERRA (official doTERRA Podcast): ⁣
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    https://www.doterra.com/US/en/podcast-episode-282-introducing-metapwr-recharge


    34 min
  • Episode 20: How to use essential oils to process vulnerable moments

    Let's dive into the transformative power of essential oils on an emotional level, particularly during our most vulnerable moments. In this episode, I open up about a personal experience that rocked my confidence, plunged me into a whirlpool of shame, and significantly impacted my energy.

    However, this episode isn't just about sharing a story – it's about guiding you through the healing journey. Instead of merely listing out which oils I used, I take you step by step through my process. The aim is to provide you with an immersive experience that demonstrates what happens when we learn to tune into our innermost feelings and harness the unparalleled strength of nature to navigate through such moments. Hint... it's profound, but super easy!
    By the end of our journey, you'll gain an understanding of not only which essential oils can assist during such times, but also how to truly connect with their essence. This episode is a testament to the concept that, with nature as our ally, we can turn our vulnerable moments into powerful, transformative experiences.


    Buy "Gifts of the Essential Oils Book" (I have no affiliation! I just love the book!)


    Get in touch!!

    website: www.drlaurahughes.com

    IG: @drlaurahughes

    23 min
  • Episode 19: Hope is Essential

    In this episode, we delve into:

    • Understanding the Hope blend: What it is and its unique significance within doTERRA's product lineup and initiatives of the Healing Hands Foundation
    • The importance of trust and following your dreams: A conversation about timing and pursuing what you love.
    • A personal journey: The 'Hope' sign I received just before the birth of my son.
    • Explanation of my hiatus: Why I took an almost year-long absence from the podcast.
    • Challenging perspectives: A discussion on the idea that "hope is dangerous", how this notion took root in my mind, and the steps I took to challenge and shift this belief.
    • A world in need: An exploration of why our world needs more Hope now than ever.
    • The power of one: An examination of how a single person's positive energy and intent can shift the vibration of millions.
    • The perfect blend: An in-depth look at how the Hope blend is expertly crafted to energetically support individuals in grounding into their mission for shifting the planet's energy, and how you can do this with a concept called Aromatic Anchoring.



      • If you're ready to embark on a journey powered by love, community, and connection, I would be honored to guide you along the path to true well-being with doTERRA's remarkable plant medicines and natural supplements. Together, let's embrace a non-toxic lifestyle on every level.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to me via my website at www.drlaurahughes.com. I'm here to create a customized wellness plan tailored to your unique needs. And if your journey with doTERRA has paused, I'm ready to help you rekindle that connection and reactivate your account. If my message resonates with you, please send me an email at [email protected], and let's start a transformative conversation.

      23 min
    • Episode 18: Co-impact sourcing of Rose essential oil (soul chat with Lisa Hickey)
      In this episode, I chat with my friend and fellow wellness advocate, Lisa Hickey, who just returned from a dōTERRA co-impact sourcing trip to Bulgaria, where she was immersed in the world of Rose essential oil. Join us as we talk about the science and spirit of Rose, and be inspired by dōTERRAs beautiful work in the world as they support local communities and change the game in the essential oil industry with respect to purity.
      45 min
    • Episode 17: Natural Sun care with the doTerra Sun Line

      Just in time for the summer solstice, we are back with Season 2 of the Science Meets Spirit Podcast, where we will take a deep dive into doTERRA's brand-new suncare line. Specifically, we will chat about:

      • The sun's central role in human history and culture, and its symbolism of life, consciousness, and warmth.
      • The essential connection between humans and the sun, and the need to reestablish this in our modern lives.
      • The significance of Vitamin D for our immune system, bone health, and mood.
      • The importance of balancing our nourishing relationship with the sun with the need to protect against overexposure and potential skin damage.
      • The troubling concerns about chemical sunscreens, such as the potential health risks of ingredients like oxybenzone and avobenzone.
      • The limitations of traditional natural sunscreens, like the white cast they leave on the skin and their difficult application.
      • The introduction of dōTERRA's revolutionary sunscreen line, which utilizes non-nano zinc oxide and includes lotion, stick, spray, and a daily face moisturizer.
      • An understanding of the SPF rating system and why reapplication and adequate use are more important than a very high SPF number.
      • The additional benefits of Certified Pure Tested Grade® essential oils in dōTERRA's sunscreen products, such as Red Mandarin, Lemongrass, and Frankincense.
      • How dōTERRA's sunscreens manage to provide substantial sun protection without leaving a white cast, while nourishing your skin with restorative ingredients.
      • The benefits of dōTERRA's After Sun Restorative Body Spray, a product designed to soothe and hydrate your skin after sun exposure.

        • Join us for this comprehensive guide to understanding our relationship with the sun, the complexities of sun protection, and the innovative solutions that dōTERRA's sunscreen line offers. It's not just about protection; it's about achieving a mindful and balanced bond with the life-giving force of the sun.


        Would you like to purchase Suncare products? Please click on this quick form and I would be happy to help!


        https://forms.gle/mSHt4sBNCvfctYKbA


        Questions?


        DM me on Instagram @drlaurahughes or email [email protected]

        29 min
      • Episode 16 Essential oils & spiritual connection (soul chat with Rebecca Loach)
        doTERRA essential oils are a powerful tool for the human body, with properties to support our physical, emotional and spiritual bodies. You may wonder how this is possible... how can these little bottles heal our bodies, crack open our hearts, connect us deeper to ourselves, and if we desire, the energies that exist beyond the Earth? In celebration of her brand new book "Channeled Wisdom for Inspiration and Connection: Angel messages and Aromatherapy for Remembering your Purpose", I am so delighted to invite my dear friend Rebecca Loach onto the podcast today, where we discuss just that! 
        Her book is a transformative text that will provide you with connection, inspiration, and a remembering of what you came to Earth to accomplish. This is a totally unique book that incorporates essential oils into a daily practice, which really takes things next level! These aren’t just words that will land on your heart and inspire you… the words combined with the channeled essential oil will expand and support every facet of your wellness. Tune into this episode for a sneak peak of the book, as well as Rebecca's practical wisdom that will help you understand and deepen into what you hold in your hand, and what is inside of you. 
        Rebecca is a channel of angelic, galactic, and plant spirit wisdom. With a degree in honours biochemistry and over fifteen years of experience in holistic and energy medicine, she is rooted in both science and the sacred. Her books, card decks, and workshops are catalysts for spiritual awakening and remembering the divine spark that resides within. As the self-proclaimed purple sheep of her family, Rebecca loves to connect with other magical humans who are ready to share their light with the world. Visit her at www.rebeccaloach.com or follow her on Instagram @rebecca_loach.
        49 min
      • Episode 15: detox your bathroom cabinet

        As humans, we get sick! Chances are, you have a fully stocked bathroom cabinet full of things from the pharmacy or drugstore to treat a number of seasonal ailments and first-aid issues. Unfortunately, many of these solutions are made with toxic ingredients and/or have a variety of unfavourable side effects. There is definitely a place for proactive health care in our life, but we can support many of the things that come up, especially in the realm of respiratory health, digestive health, skin first aid, and physical discomfort, with natural solutions. What would your bathroom cabinet look like if you made it over with dōTERRA product? What if you always had a solution on hand that was safe, and worked? What would you need, how would this save you time and money, and how would this benefit your health and vitality? What is informed self-care, really? Let’s chat about it!


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        Interested in restocking your bathroom cabinet with Cura kit (includes all of the products that we chatted about on this podcast, and is on sale for an extra 20% off in the month of November, 2021!) and having me as your doTERRA mentor? Click the following links depending on where you are in the world, and I will take care of you. 


        Canada: https://doterra.me/Y9qNO2lt

        USA: https://doterra.me/i4NpNlgZ

        Elsewhere in the world: contact me via my website www.drlaurahughes.com

        28 min
      • Episode 14: Shift into Wellness (soul chat with Amber Pachla)

        There is so much power in sharing our story. Community is a beautiful part of what makes doTERRA so special, and I love hearing just how doTERRA oils and products have changed and shaped people's lives. Sometimes we can feel alone, disconnected, and like things aren't possible for us. I hope these Soul Chats change things for you! Every story is unique, and I hope my guests give you tons of ideas and inspiration beyond what I share here on the regular.  


        Today's soul chat is with my friend Amber Pachla. Amber is a Health Coach and the host of the top-rated podcast "Shift into Wellness'', where she curates incredible conversations and connects her audience with experts in the health and wellness space. She covers everything from diet, to sober living, to sex, to astrology, to farming, to mindset, to hormone balance and more... it's a treasure trove of wisdom! I know so many of you will see yourself in Amber's journey. She experienced massive transformation in her physical body and mental health when she started removing toxins from her life, incorporating natural solutions, and now she helps other women do the same (with amazing success!). In her own words, "essential oils were the missing piece". When she discovered doTERRA, she purchased a kit, dove in, committed to learning, and the results have been profound. Most importantly, she shares how to live this lifestyle from a place of focused ease, joy and fun!  


        If you love Amber's work and want to know more about working with her, check her out on Instagram @amberpachla and her podcast Shift into Wellness via iTunes and Spotify.

        29 min

      About Science Meets Spirit Essentials

      From the publisher's feed

      A podcast to help you understand and use doTERRA essential oils. Whether you've been using oils for years or are brand new to the magic of aromatherapy, these short and sweet mini-classes will awaken…