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FHR Study Tours & Covid-19

By Dr. Jessie Hawkins | Apr 26, 2021

What does traveling in a pandemic look like? Otherwise entitled: What can I expect on FHR Study Tours in 2021? Each year, our research team leads small group, intimate study tours across various countries in Europe. … Read More

Aronia Berries for Heart Health

By FHR Research Team | Aug 25, 2020

Daily supplementation with aronia melanocarpa (chokeberry) reduces blood pressure and cholesterol: a meta analysis of controlled clinical trials “Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States. Dietary supplements, such as … Read More

Franklin Health Researching Claims Regarding Essential Oils as Endocrine Disruptors

By Dr. Jessie Hawkins | Mar 19, 2019

FSIHS Leading Research Project on Essential Oils as Endocrine Disruptors The FSIHS Research Department is investigating the proposed link between lavender and tea tree oils and endocrine disrupting outcomes such as prepubertal gynecomastia in children. Through … Read More

Elderberry for Upper Respiratory Symptoms

By FHR Research Team | Dec 22, 2018

Elderberry syrup has become a household staple during the cold and flu season, but research identifying its effects remains sparse. To address this gap in knowledge, the FSIHS Research team conducted an elderberry meta-analysis.

Research college finds that elderberry syrup has a powerful effect on cold and flu symptoms

By Dr. Jessie Hawkins | Nov 18, 2018

Research college finds that elderberry syrup has a powerful effect on cold and flu symptoms The first elderberry meta-analysis was released by FSIHS FRANKLIN, Tenn., Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The Franklin Institute of Wellness, an integrative health postsecondary institution, … Read More

Essential Oils for Energy in Women with Hypothyroidism

By FHR Research Team | Sep 20, 2018

One feature of this study not found in previous work is the natural setting and self-administration of the aromatherapy inhalation. This increases generalizability for women with fatigue.