AROMATHERAPY
WHAT IS AROMATHERAPY ?
Aromatherapy is the use of oils extracted from a plant, flower, stem, bark and roots, to help heal the mind/body and soul. The inhaled aroma from these “essential” oils is widely believed to stimulate brain function. Essential oils can be used in many different ways such as: salves, teas, tonics, inhalation, ointments and more. A form of alternative medicine, aromatherapy is gaining momentum. It is used for a variety of applications, including pain relief, mood enhancement and increased cognitive function. There are a wide number of essential oils available, each with its own healing properties using a plant’s aroma-producing oils (essential oils) to treat disease.
Essential Oil Uses
Bergamot
Forms: Teas, beverages and candies. Uses: Fighting viruses
Birch
Forms: Tea, Salve, Beer Uses: Relieve muscle pain/stiffness.
Chamomile
Forms: Tea, Slave, Tonic Uses: Anxiety, Depression
Cinnamon
Uses: Reduce drowsiness/irritability.
Clary Sage
Uses: Relieve muscle/nervous tension
Clove
Uses: Antiseptic and Pain-reliever
Cypress
Uses: Treat low blood pressure and poor circulation
Eucalyptus
Uses: Flu, fever, sort throat
Fir
Uses: Muscle/ rheumatism pain
Geranium
Forms: Teas , Tonics, Salves Uses: Skin conditions and infections
Ginger
Uses: Stimulate appetite and relieve headaches
Jasmine
Uses: Calm nerves, depression, insomnia
Juniper Berry
Uses: Arthritis, varicose veins, and other conditions
Lavender
Uses: Muscle pain, migraines, and sinus infections
Lemon
Uses: Sore throats, coughs, and other infections
Marjoram
Uses: Stiff joints, muscle spasms, headaches
Myrrh
Uses: Chapped, cracked or aging skin
Patchouli
Uses: Cell rejuvenation, anti fungal
Peppermint
Uses: Digestion aid
Rose
Uses: Cuts burns, skin problems
Tea Tree
Uses: Treat bacteria, fungi, viruses, stimulates immune system
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