 History of Aroma Therapy  Romans used oils in their baths to ward off diseases and to purify their temples and public buildings. In Medieval times, thieves used oils to protect themselves from the plague as they robbed the graves of the dead.
In World War One, essential oils were used on the battlefields for their antibacterial properties. Cinnamon, Clove and Lemon were highly valued antiseptics in hospitals before synthetic medicines were developed.
As modern medicine advanced with the discovery of antibiotics and prescription drugs, essential oils were overlooked.
Today, at least 30 % of our prescription drugs in the US are based on naturally occurring compounds from plants.
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Oils for Common Physical Conditions
Arthritis - Cypress, Marjoram, Rosemary
Skin / Coat problems - Yarrow, Lavender
Darkended skin due to age, etc. can improve! Please contact us for more details.
Digestive / intestinal probelms - Peppermint
Sprains / Strains - Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Lavendar
Infection (viral. bacterial & protozoan) - Thyme, Oregano, Cypress, Wintergreen, Basil
Respatory probems - Frankincense
Overweight / Immune boost - Grapefruit
Lymphatic disorders - Cypress, Helichrysm, Lemongrass, Lemon, Sandalwood
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Oils for Releasing Emotional Barriers
Anxiety - Ylang Ylang, Lavender, Chamomile, Orange
Fear - Cypress, Geranium, Marjoram, Rose, Ylang Ylang,
Grief - Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Bergamot, Clary Sage
Anger - Bergamot, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Rose, Ylang Ylang
Why do essential oils have a psychological affect on us?
The Limbic system is the processing center of the brain, resopnsible for our emotional responses, smell, reason and the formation of memories. The aromatic molecules from the oils in Aromatherapy absorb into the blood stream from the nasal cavity to the limbic system. They will sedate and relax the sympathetic and parasympathetic system as well as activate the memory center for fear and trauma (the amygdale).
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