Aromatherapy

Posted by Clay Hillary | December 16th, 2009 in Aromatherapy | 5 Comments »

Aromatherapy

Human beings are fortunately endowed with five senses that allow him to explore life as well in what is more wonderful than what it conceals more horrible too. The olfactory component is often neglected in our lives because we pay more or less attention when in fact it works on our unconscious every minute of our existence. The smell of a flower … What individual Through odors, we wander into a world of emotional associations. The past and memories are closely related odors. We all live in different degrees of experience of an odor which suddenly brings us to this moment of our past, with almost unbelievable accuracy. One has the impression of being, to live like at the time and only by the evocative power of scent … The fragrance of a flower that suddenly burst into our brains bubble memories which whisked us back the warmth of a summer night, while gallantly accompanied the prince or princess of our dreams, we lived our first kiss, leaning against the wall of a hostel which climbed to a rose fragrance!

Centuries ago, it was already practicing the science of scent in a healing perspective. Indian, Egyptian, Arab, Greek and Roman have all been used in various forms. Today, with the resurgence of alternative medicine (or natural), using aromatherapy with herbal form of pure essential oils. But we see, increasingly, expressed through various cosmetic products. It may also ingest but by first taking professional advice or a doctor who knows. It is likely, it is very zen and creeps into our daily lives. Without even understand all the powers, we make him a prominent place in our home.

Increasingly it is recommended that certain flower essences to alleviate various disorders. Note that it is imperative to consider the dosage and never exceed the measure. Case of oral ingestion, it should normally mix about 5 drops to a small amount of water before swallowing. There are also species such as massage oil that is applied directly on the painful points or energy points that we wish to stimulate. Formula for the bath, it will be more effective to let the oil spread into the bath water a few minutes before plunging his body. The formula aromatherapy most popular at the moment is probably the spread in the atmosphere of a room or house. Vapors oils fall in the air and soothing scent created an atmosphere of calm and relaxation.

The principle of aromatherapy is quite simple actually. These produce a relaxing bubble enveloping, with odors created through images, memories and positive attitudes. It is therefore important that those who engage in this science of smell understand the phenomenon of association which it depends. Each time you use a spice, be sure to read the dosage and make sure that his virtues agree that you are looking for the effect.

We’ve listed some of the species most frequently used in aromatherapy. Note that most of these herbs can be offered in different forms such as: essential oils, massage oils, sprays or drops for oral ingestion. It is therefore important for you not to be confused and find the formula you want to use. Read labels carefully. But the ideal is to consult a specialist for confirmation that you have the right product. Aromatherapy is not a dangerous medicine but it can go charge some discomfort if not properly measured or used.

DILL: It is a powerful stimulant and an antispasmodic effective. It is suggested in cases of renal or hepatic impairment.

BASIL: It is mainly used to combat pain and abdominal cramps. It is a liver decongestant. He also lends sedative and calming. Excellent for dealing with anxiety and stress.

CINNAMON: We recommend in cases of colon problems. Cinnamon is also a very effective stimulant before a demanding physical activity.

CISTE: This is a very powerful coagulant and its virtues are likely healing miracles. Please do not ever apply it directly on the skin without having to mix a cream or oil first.

LEMON: Lemon purifies the air. It is good to disseminate in a sickroom or preventively.

LEMON: Citronella is best known for his character insecticide. It rubs the skin or it diffuses into the air to ward off mosquitoes.

CYPRESS: It is recommended to treat varicose veins and hemorrhoids because if it is a venous decongestant. It also acts against cough and as an antispasmodic.

EUCALYPTUS: We know most of the decongestant properties of Eucalyptus. A few drops mixed with water in the room of a subject dealing with lung problems can make a huge difference.

JASMINE: It is mainly used as a tonic and rejuvenating skin. Its healing properties and anti-infectious recognized.

CLOVES: Antiseptic effective, it is prescribed in cases of neuralgia, headache and toothache.

LAUREL: The Laurier is known for his character antispasmodic and expectorant effect. It is also a brain stimulant that can greatly assist people nervous or shy to bring in some capacity.

LAVENDER: For centuries we used lavender for its calming and sedative. But it is also a good anti-inflammatory and cell regeneration.

LAVANDIN: Here is a useful muscle relaxant that can relieve a topic ingestion of certain medications chemical. He also lends characteristics of anti-inflammatory, anti-infective skin, antifungal and healing.

LEMON GRASS: This is an anti-inflammatory effective. But even better, he gives value for treating cellulite by massage.

MANDARIN: A widely used because of its ability to appeasement, especially among hyperactive children or subjects with insomnia.

MARJOLAINE: This is a stimulating gastric appreciated that it also refers as a regulator of appetite.

PEPPERMINT: Used primarily as an anti-emetic and for treating problems of the digestive tract, peppermint rebalances the natural functions of the body after taking antibiotics.

MYRTLE: The myrtle, eucalyptus, as is widely used in cases of mild asthma, bronchitis and other lung problems. It acts as an expectorant and antitussive.

NIAOULI: We recommend this oil as anti-infective, antibacterial and antiviral. It is also an expectorant and an antispasmodic, useful in asthma attacks.

ORANGE FLOWER (NEROLI): The research mainly for its pleasant scent and soothing. It is a very good investment for people under stress.

Bitter Orange (sour orange): Its use for improving the traffic is recognized but it also serves as a powerful sedative and anti-infective light.

Ravensara: It is a regulator for the nerves and an excellent muscle relaxant.

ROSEMARY: Rosemary is advised especially in cases of lung problems is a circulatory tonic and muscle. It acts as a mucolytic, expectorant and analgesic external.

TREE OF SIBERIA: This oil gives conclusive effect as an antiseptic, respiratory decongestant and antispasmodic. It is often used by release cleaner air.

PERENNIAL BASIL: The savory is especially effective in cases of intestinal infections and genito-urinary.

Its action is very physical and powerful. It also acts as an antifungal in cases of intestinal fungal, antibacterial and antiviral.

TEA-TREE’s anti-infective used specifically in cases of infections of the digestive tract or in cases of genital infections. It is a powerful antibacterial agent, an antiparasitic, an antifungal and antiseptic.

Thyme: This essential oil is a powerful tonic and a stimulating psychic significant.

YLANG-YLANG: It is rather an essential oil used as massage oil because of its tonic action and regenerating for the skin of the face and body. This is an excellent hair tonic.


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