Do you know………. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2017 National Population Projections, by 2030, all baby boomers will be older than age 65 and will be more racially and ethnically diverse. Older people are projected to outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history.

As we age, our bodies slow down, but we don’t have to become physically inactive

       Aromatherapy Aid to Senior Wellness

even with unwanted pains and aches. There are plenty of ways to continue living life to its fullest with awareness of our limitations. Being active is not only beneficial for physical health, rather it’s helpful in reducing depression, stress, anxiety, and sleeplessness. Researchers found to maintain physical activity, seniors could do the following:

Puzzles: improve vocabulary and intelligence, teach patience, reinforce concentration with fun and entertaining, staying mentally healthy

Exercise regularly: that also stimulates brain and memory

Take a walk outdoors: that recharge our mood

Consume healthy food: will keep immune system healthy by taking care of the gut that contains good as well as bad bacteria and to maintain the abundance of good bacteria, we should consume food and supplements containing probiotics

Together with physical activities, Aromatherapy (with the use of Essential Oils) provide wonderful comfort for the elderly as a holistic approach to their health care. Essential Oils are natural concentrated extract of plants with specific therapeutic properties that has been used since centuries to cure different ailments. Aromatherapy is both art and science of using Essential Oils with its healing properties to provide an uplifting environment:

For Pain and Inflammation: are common problems for many seniors. Ginger, Rosemary, Roman chamomile, Turmeric Essential oils can be used to help ease the pain and inflammation.

For Digestion: seniors do have digestive issues. Ginger, Chamomile, Peppermint Essential Oils could be mixed with carrier oil and rubbed onto abdomen.

Improving Poor Blood Circulation: Peppermint, Black Pepper Essential Oils

Sleeping Problems: Ylang ylang, Lavender, Clary sage Essential Oils

For the maintenance of Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Rosemary, Peppermint, Basil, Lemon, can improve mental alertness and memory function

For Anxiety and Depression: citrus Essential Oils (Lemon, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Neroli, Orange), Rose, Geranium

For Respiratory Problems: Seniors are at a much higher risk of developing colds, coughs, and the flu. Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Tea tree, Lavender, Thyme, Oregano Essential Oils

For Skin Conditions: Lavender, Tea tree, Chamomile, Carrot seed, Rose, Frankincense Essential Oils are good due to their antifungal, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Essential Oils could be used in diffuser, in massage, for direct inhalation, or in room spray with proper dilution (refer to aromawellness.net) and with proper coordination with their health care provider.

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
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