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Aromatherapy & Spirituality
Aromatherapy & Spirituality Do you know……… In my Mindfulness Meditation class, I was taught and ironically heard the similar very powerful, important life message on ‘Awakening with Brahma Kumaris’ (World Spiritual Organization) talk show. I wish I would have learnt it long time back, but in Hindi language, there is a proverb, ‘jab jaago tabhi…
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Lavender Essential Oil, A Friend
Lavender Essential Oil, A Friend Do you know………. Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia) is just as popular today as it was over 2500 years ago. It has been used for centuries; Egyptians used for mummification, Greeks used for perfumery, Roman civilization recognized lavender for its healing and antiseptic qualities, in 16th century France, lavender was…
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Power of Clove Essential Oil
Power of Clove Essential Oil Do you know………. about a month back, I felt some inflammation and pain around back of my upper teeth gum, so being an Aromatherapist, immediately thought of Clove Essential Oil. What I did, in a 5ml glass vial, I combined 2 drops of Clove Essential Oil with 1tsp of Olive…
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Alleviate Bursitis Pain with Aromatherapy
Do you know……… The difference between Bursitis vs. Arthritis? According to the American College of Rheumatology, Bursitis, similar to tendonitis are usually the result of minor injuries or repetitive overuse of the soft tissue around muscles and bones, whereas arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that is sometimes caused by an autoimmune disorder. Bursitis is inflammation of fluid filled…
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Essential Oils for Goodnight Sleep
Do you know…………… Sleep is regulated by two body systems: sleep/wake homeostasis and the circadian biological clock. According to the National Institutes of Health, our body clocks regulate our body’s circadian rhythms; the patterns of physical, mental, and behavioral changes, including sleep patterns, regulated by body temperature, hormone secretion, and external factors like light and darkness. Our body’s…
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Essential Oils for Bruises and Abrasions
Do you know………… Last week, while working in my yard, I fell face down from 3.5 feet high retaining wall. Luckily, I was saved by my wild flower bed, but sustained bad neck sprain and few bruises together with abrasions. My friend, who was visiting, helped me on my feet and brought me inside the…
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Aromatherapy For Men’s Health
Do you know……… Women are more health conscious than men and it seems women are more open to use Essentials Oils for their wellbeing, but Essential Oils are created for both genders. As a matter of fact, the term ‘Aromatherapy’ was originally coined by A French male chemist, René-Maurice Gattefossé, in 1937, and an English Aromatherapist,…
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Managing Cortisol with Aromatherapy
Do you know………. Cortisol is often called the primary “stress hormone” because it’s one of the main hormones we release when we’re under any sort of “fight or flight” situation, produced by the two adrenal glands situated on top of the kidneys. This steroid hormone, is in charge of regulating energy levels to help the body…
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Essential Oils for Spider Bite
Do you know…………. While uncomfortable to deal with, most spider bites aren’t dangerous as spiders do not prey on humans or other large animals and do not attack people. Almost all bites caused by spiders are for defending themselves. However, some spiders, like the brown recluse and black widow, are venomous and are either neurotoxic…
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Aromatherapy Aid to Focus & Concentration
Do you know………There are several essential oils that can be used to stimulate our brain for Focus and Concentration during; Long lectures, Important business meetings, Seminars-Workshops, Hectic busy work day, etc. To alleviate this brain fog, and put ruminating thoughts to rest, try diffusing nature (Essential Oils) in personal work space to stimulate brain and concentration.…