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- Bad Science - Faulty Research - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Marge ClarkA friend recently sent me a link to a research study that has been publicized in a lot of the media lately, even on the Today Show. I read it, and the story made me angry. Some quotes below, then my immediate reaction: "Researchers taped cotton balls laced with either lemon oil, lavender ...
Views: 3270(2 votes) - What is Aromatherapy? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Marge ClarkAromatherapy is derived from the ancient practice of using natural plant essences to promote health and well-being. It consists of the use of pure essential oils obtained from a wide assortment of plants, which have been steam distilled or cold-pressed from flowers, fruit, bark and roots. The ...
Views: 2711(2 votes) - Hydrosols: Safe & Inexpensive Alternatives to Essential Oils - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Marge ClarkSometimes you will hear the terms hydrosol and spritzer used interchangeably which is incorrect and misleading. Although true hydrosols are the original true floral waters (or herbal waters), be aware that any product sold as a "Floral Water" may or may not be a natural product. The term floral ...
Views: 5895(3 votes) - Helichrysum-The Essential Healer - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Marge ClarkIf you use essential oils, you probably reach for Tea Tree and Lavender, two wonderful all purpose oils used often in aromatherapy and by many around the world. However, in recent years, Helichrysum essential oil (sometimes known as Immortelle or Everlasting) has gained tremendous popularity ...
Views: 5340(3 votes) - Using Aromatherapy & Essential Oils in the Laundry - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Marge ClarkNatural cleaning has become the latest craze with each corporation trying to outdo the other by offering so-called natural products for cleaning the house or for use in the laundry. But how can you know you are actually using an “all natural,” product? One of the safest ways is to purchase ...
Views: 16607(2 votes) - Using Essential Oils & Aromatherapy to Battle H1N1/Swine Flu - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Marge ClarkConcern continues over the possibility of contracting the H1N1 (Swine) Flu virus, particularly for those in the higher risk categories as determined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC): children, young adults, and pregnant women, as we move into the traditional flu season. Recently, a ...
Views: 3447(1 vote) - ***Aromatherapy Support for Cancer Patients - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Marge ClarkFriends and family members of those fighting cancer often turn to aromatherapy & other types of alternative healing for help and support. It can be extremely frustrating to want to help a friend or loved one battling this terrible disease while feeling powerless to do so. Although certain ...
Views: 3536(1 vote) - Aromatherapy for Natural Headache Relief - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Marge ClarkSinus, tension, & migraine are three types of headaches that may be amenable to natural headache relief methods via aromatherapy. Since the causes vary, the aromatherapy remedies also vary. Battling a sinus headache? A combination of several different essential oils works best to alleviate ...
Views: 4401(2 votes) - Aromatherapy for Natural Headache Relief - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Marge ClarkSinus, tension, & migraine are three types of headaches that may be amenable to natural headache relief methods via aromatherapy. Since the causes vary, the aromatherapy remedies also vary. Battling a sinus headache? A combination of several different essential oils works best to alleviate ...
Views: 4401(2 votes) - Asthma Relief through Aromatics - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Marge ClarkSAFETY FIRST Be aware that there is NO WAY to predict what oils can or will trigger an attack in an individual. Quite obviously, if you know you are allergic to, let's say pine and spruce trees, then avoid the use of the various conifer (needle) oils. If most flowers bring on an attack, ...
Views: 3922 - Aromatic Birthing - Aromatherapy for Labor and Delivery - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Marge ClarkLabor. The word is exactly what it implies. It is just plain hard work that is also painful. It is the work that a mother's body does in order to help her baby be born into the world. Things have been done the same way since time began. Today many very modern day mid-wives and even hospitals ...
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