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Winter 1998 - Issue #6
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Q- Can I receive all the benefits of aromatherapy just by inhaling the essential oils?
A- Probably not. Inhaling essential oils is an excellent way to relieve stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia and other emotional symptoms. It provides instant relief. Also,when you inhale essential oils, their molecules attach themselves to oxygen molecules in the lungs and they are carried into your bloodstream and circulated to every cell in your body. The essential oils can activate the body's ability to heal itself and improve health. 
For physical symptoms such as cuts,burns and bruises, most essential oils are diluted with a carrier oil and massaged directly onto the afflicted area. When bathing with herbs and essential oils, the healing properties are absorbed right through the skin. To receive maximum benefits of aromatherapy,try different techniques.
Q- What can I do naturally to treat head lice?
A- Use 5 drops Tea Tree oil per teaspoon of shampoo. Let stand on hair up to 5 minutes before rinsing. Comb hair vigorously. Periodically shampoo with Tea Tree oil to deter reinfestation. It is a good idea to treat the entire family when a breakout occurs.
Herbal tea is not a true tea from the tea plant,camellia sansis, but rather an infusion of various herbs, flowers and spices.
If you are looking for a hot caffeine-free substitute for coffee, try brewing a cup of herbal tea.
While herbal tea may not contain the antioxidants,polyphenols and tannins that you find in traditional tea, they do provide other healthy benefits.
Depending on which type of herb you use, the therapeutic benefits are endless. Different systems of the body are affected by different herbs. Chamomile, the most popular herbal tea, is not only a great sedative to help you sleep at night,it strengthens the nervous system, as does Lavender, Rosemary,and Clary Sage tea.
Chamomile is also said to stimulate the immune system's infection-fighting white blood cells.
A cup of herbal tea does wonders for many stomach problems, from cramps to indigestion. So after a large meal do your digestive system a favor and sip a large cup of tea.
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Herbal/Folk TraditionChamomile is actually two different herbs that are unrelated botanically. However, they both produce the same essential oil. Chamomile has had a reputation in Europe, especially in the Mediterranean region for over 2000 years. A favorite strewing herb of the Middle Ages, the Greeks called Chamomile "Kamai" which means ground apple because of its sweet apple-like fragrance. The Spanish call it manzanilla, or "little apple". The ancient Egyptians dedicated it to their sun god and used it in their aromatherapy practices. |
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| Chamomile's legacy lives on as children throughout the world hear how Peter Rabbit's mother gave him Chamomile tea to calm him down after a night in Mr. McGregor's garden.
The old herbals call Chamomile "the plant physician" and say that "in 9 out of 10 cases" it will revive an ailing plant when planted nearby. German Chamomile is an annual that reaches 3 ft. Roman Chamomile is a perennial ground cover that rarely exceeds 9 inches. Both have downy stems, feathery leaves and daisy-like flowers. It is still in widespread use and listed in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia for the treatment of dyspepsia, nausea, anorexia, dysmenorrhea and specifically flatulent dyspepsia associated with mental stress. Howard Morningstar, an herbalist and family practitioner in Ashland Oregon, recommends Chamomile for the aches of a cold. He reports that it is as effective as ibuprofen with very few side effects. Chamomile is excellent for soothing indigestion, depression, nervousness and headaches. It eases muscle pain and menstrual cramps. It is also known to bring on menstruation and help with lack of periods. It is ideal for digestive problems such as peptic ulcers, colitis, spastic colon, colic and plain old nervous indigestion. Chamomile is a safe and gentle herb to use even with children. Anyone allergic to ragweed should avoid Chamomile. Essential Oil A pale yellow liquid with a warm, sweet, fruity herbaceous scent- strong anti-inflammatory. Properties include: |
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| Circulation, Muscles & Joints Arthritis, inflamed joints, muscular pain, rheumatism and sprains. Nervous System Immune System Digestive System Respiratory System Skin Care |
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Definition of Extract:Extracts are made by pressing herbs with a heavy press and soaking them in alcohol or water. Excess alcohol or water is allowed to evaporate yielding a concentrated extract. Extracts are the most effective form of herbs, especially for people with severe illness or malabsorption problems. |
Since the beginning of time, man has sought to improve his environment and appearance with pleasing fragrances.
The use of incense dates back to biblical times.Its use was very wide spread; from its possible origin in Egypt,to Israel, Greece, Rome and India. Incense was one of the gifts of the three wise men to the infant Jesus.
Its use has traditionally been associated with religious rituals of all kinds, from driving away demons to gratifying the gods.
Today, many of the same rituals and festivals still incorporate the use of incense. It is believed incense encourages an openness to cosmic energies.
The scent of incense still lingers in Churches and temples throughout the world. It is believed anger, worry and arguments can affect the air in a room. People burned incense to help clean the atmosphere, so the buildings would be pure.By raising the vibrational level in the room or building with incense, negativity and evil are driven out.
Many herbs have strong disinfectant properties when burned, which was very important when large groups of people gathered and there was a real danger of contracting infectious disease.
Today incense can be used in the home for the very same reasons and more. A Yale professor of psychiatry found that people exposed to certain pleasant scents showed less stress when blood pressure, heart rate and muscle tension were measured.
There are basically three types of incense;cones, powders and stick. While the powders are more impressive during ritual practices, the cones and sticks are much simpler to use.
As for incense burners, they are as varied as are the users. Choose one that suits your mood and personality or perhaps make your own.
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Greetings! Here we are in the middle of winter with a fresh new year ahead of us.
Life seems to be standing still as time continues to move on aggressively. Plants and animals are rejuvenating.It takes quiet and stillness before new life can begin again.Go within yourself and enjoy the quiet and stillness while you can, soon it will pass.
This time of year Mother Nature can give us all a reality check. Sometimes she likes to put us in our place and let us know who is in control. But she also gives us the sunshine,even during this time of year. It may be brief and not as hot as you like, but it makes you feel good nonetheless.
The next time the sun shines, let it shine right on your face for a few minutes. The best way to feel the energizing heat is through a glass window. Close your eyes and present your face to the sun. Let the warmth absorb in your face,throughout your body.
Give thanks and know each passing day gives us a little more daylight as we advance toward spring.
Susan & Vicki
The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy
By Valerie Ann Worwood
This wonderful book has over 600 recipes, most needing only a few essential oils. The ten most versatile and useful essential oils for the medicine cabinet are outlined, as are the best essential oils to have in your Basic Travel Kit.
One chapter covers oils for the workplace and symptoms caused at work such as stress, burnout,depression etc.
Another chapter covers oils for sports, dance and workouts.
There is a chapter that tackles beauty issues from cleansers and face masks to scrubs, wrinkles and aging skin.
You will find chapters on bathing,hair care, babies, women's health issues, men's health issues,animal care, home care, holiday scents and ideas.
Charts are used to give the actions of the essential oils, parts of the plant used, and Aromatherapy home use.
This book is a great resource of information, the indexes in the back allow you to look information up fast.
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