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Just because essential oils come from plants, and plants come from nature, doesn’t mean they’re not potent or potentially harmful. I’m printing a list of essential oils (I’ll abbreviate EO going forward) that you must never use because the risks outweigh the benefits. I recommend staying away from these, for the safety of yourself and your children/family. Bitter almond (Prunus dulcis var. amara): Also known as prussic acid or cyanide, this is a well-known poison. I remember a chilling Roald Dahl short story in which a sweet old lady used this to poison guests in her inn and “stuff” them – … Continue reading →