What Are Essential Oils? Maybe you have heard the term "essential oils" but didn't know what was meant by it. Perhaps you had a vague idea that it was connected in some way with aromatherapy, but didn't know how. Now is as good a time as any to learn what essential oils are. Essential oils are made from different parts of plants. They can be made from leaves, like peppermint oil. They … [Read more...]
The Miracle of Essential Oils
The Miracle of Essential Oils Often described as nature's gift to us, essential oils provide natural remedies for minor ailments, the beautifying of our bodies, and helps to aid in promoting positive emotions. These oils are normally derived from plants using their flowers, seeds, leaves, stems, barks, roots and even sap. Various parts of the plant are then distilled to extract the precious … [Read more...]
The History of Essential Oils
The History of Essential Oils In modern times, essential oils are used in aromatherapy to aid people with their physical and emotional health. In the past, they have been used by many people all over the world and in different cultures to do just that. The history of essential oils is a long one. Thousands of years ago, the Chinese were using plants with aromatic qualities for healing. … [Read more...]
Methods of Using Essential Oils
Methods of Using Essential Oils You can have all kinds of recipes for mixtures of essential oils. You may know just what these blends are meant to do for you. Yet, if you don't know the methods for using essential oils, they won't do you much good. Inhalation Possibly the most popular method of using essential oils in the US today is inhalation. This method is favored in parts of … [Read more...]
Do Essential Oils Really Work?
Do Essential Oils Really Work? Creighton University Medical Center School of Medicine is out to determine if alternative therapies actually work. Aromatherapy has long been recognized for the treatment of minor ailments as well as the promotion of emotional stability. But how does it actually work? The Medical Center reports that while there is widespread use, there is still not much … [Read more...]