Aromatherapy
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Aromatherapy is the art of using essential oils for a healing and invigorating effect on the body, mind, and soul. These essential oils - extracted from plants, flowers, stems, roots, and other natural derivatives - have a profound, positive effect on individuals. The oils of natural Evidence shows that using fragrances for healing and cosmetic purposes dates back 6000 years. The Egyptians used fragrant oils for medicinal purposes and also for embalming. The Greeks used it in perfumes and essence. The Romans were well-known for aromatic baths and essence. The Chinese used aromatic incense for their offerings to gods. Eastern Indians have used essential oils for the last 3000 years for medicinal purposes through Ayurveda.
Respiratory disorders include infection of the nose, throat, and, at times, ears. These problems might also manifest in the form of lung conditions. Those who are afflicted with these disturbing ailments can use aromatherapy essential oils for respiratory relief.
Essential Oils for Respiratory Relief
A variety of effective, essential oils exist for the relief of breathing problems, and here are several suggestions:
- A thorough massage of the chest, throat, and back with essential oils can help relieve lung congestion. Also, inhaling vapors provides therapeutic aid to a great extent. Commercial vapor balms use derivatives of certain essential oils, but not the raw form. For example, they use thymol and menthol in place of thyme and mint, respectively.
- Rosemary oil can be used for colds and respiratory problems.
- Eucalyptus oils are good for respiratory problems and are excellent as an inhalant. They relieve decongestion.
- Marjoram is anti-spasmodic and good for the respiratory and digestive systems, and so is geranium.
- Tea tree, lavender, and peppermint can also be used as aromatherapy essential oils for respiratory relief.
- No essential oils should be used during asthma attacks, but between attacks, rub your chest with chamomile, frankincense, or lavender oils.
- Since the majority of respiratory infections are caused by viruses, oils of thyme, peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, eucalyptus, bergamot, and black pepper can help.
The healing benefits of aromatherapy essential oils is fascinating and factual. There are many books and online
references to help you research the subject.
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