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Aromatic Reed Diffuser

Posted on February 3, 2020 by in Aromatic Reed Diffuser

Do you know…….Reed Diffuser is an elegant way to aromatize any room with light, subtle aroma. Homemade Aromatherapy reed diffuser is also an easy and cost effective excellent holiday gift or a birthday gift, or a house warming gift, or a gift for any other occasion. It can be customized according to season, occasion, personal scent preference. So get creative and have fun.

              Aromatic Reed Diffuser

Peaceful Aromatic Diffuser Blend

8 drops Bergamot Essential Oil

6 drops Frankincense Essential Oil

6 drops Palmarosa Essential Oil

4 drops Geranium Essential Oil

¼ cup Carrier Oil or Distilled Water

2 Tbsp Alcohol (Vodka or Rubbing Alcohol)

Method

Add 1/4 cup of lighter carrier oil (Apricot Seed or Safflower or Sweet Almond) or distilled water (or can use Dipropylene glycol, but I don’t like using it) to a glass measuring cup, add above essential oils (or your desired Essential Oils), add 2Tbsp of alcohol, stir the mixture well with a reed stick and pour it in a narrow neck glass bottle or jar.

Add the rattan reeds to the bottle so that the ends are submerged fully in the oil. Rattan reeds can be cut to desired length if needed. Turn the reeds upside down every few days or at least once a week to get the most aroma from the mixture.

Once a month can top up with more essential oils, depending how well they last – base essential oils tend to last much longer than top notes.

If the liquid mixture starts to look or smell unpleasant, dump it out, wash the jar, and make a new batch.

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

 

Digestive Tea

Posted on January 27, 2020 by in Digestive Tea

Do you know……..People have been drinking herbal teas since centuries to help with nausea, constipation, indigestion, and as a refreshment drink. You can try some herbal teas being aware of your caffeine sensitivity and choosing accordingly. Common herbs, seeds, root, flowers used for tea are:

                   Digestive Tea

Ginger root

Marshmallow root

Fennel seeds

Coriander seeds

Ajwain seeds

Peppercorn

Dandelion flowers

Chamomile flowers

Green tea leaves

Peppermint leaves

Tulsi leaves(holy basil)

Enjoy this Digestive, Soothing Tea recipe, after consuming your meal or everyday in the morning.

Digestive Tea Recipe:

Fennel Seeds, Coriander Seeds, Ajwain(Ajowan) Seeds

Washed & Minced Fresh Ginger Root

Peppercorn(optional)

Honey or Agave Nectar(optional)

Fresh Lemon Juice(optional)

Take equal parts (I used ¼ cup each) of Fennel Seeds, Coriander Seeds, Ajwain Seeds and dry roast whole seeds in a pan for couple of minutes. Cool and store in a tight lid jar.

To make tea: Add 1tsp of the mixture to 2 cups of water in a pot, 1tsp of minced/grated fresh ginger, and 3-6 crushed peppercorn. Simmer for a minute, cover to steep, strain in a cup and enjoy hot tea. Can add lemon juice and honey or agave nectar for your desired taste.

It is not a baking recipe, so can use in approximation and adjust quantity to your taste and requirement. This is a very refreshing tea and good for digestive pain, bloating, gas. Can drink this tea every day on a regular basis.

Can make the tea simply with one ingredient also:

Dandelion Tea:  combine 2 cups of Dandelion flowers and 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, let it steep for 2-5 minutes. Strain and drink the hot tea.

Black Tea or Green Tea: steep a Black (or Green) tea bag in 1 cup (250 ml) of boiled water for 2-5 minutes before drinking it. You can also use loose Black tea leaves or Green tea leaves in the boiling water, remove from heat, cover, steep, and strain before drinking.

Fennel Tea: combine 1 teaspoon of Fennel seeds and 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, let it steep for 2-5 minutes. Strain and drink the hot tea.

Ginger Tea: combine 1teaspoon grated or chopped fresh Ginger root and 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, let it steep for 2-5 minutes. Strain and drink the hot tea.

Health Benefits of:
Fennel Seed: These are edible seeds and taste similar to licorice, mouth freshner, high in antioxidant, flavonoids, digestive, inflammation, culinary spice.
Coriander Seed: Aids in digestion, good source of iron and magnesium, nausea, culinary spice.
Ajwain Seed: Good appetizer, abdominal pain, cough, joint pain, indigestion, culinary spice
Ginger: Used for morning sickness, heartburn, cold-flu, culinary spice

Dandelion: Flower tea promote digestion

Green tea: Green tea is rich in flavonoids and caffeine and help in improving the metabolism rate

Peppermint: Peppermint tea is good for reducing inflammation, with upset stomach, bloating, and excess gas

Marshmallow root: Tea may stimulate mucus production in digestive tract

Chamomile: The soothing effect of chamomile tea helps with acid reflux and relieving the symptoms of diarrhea

Note: Can purchase these whole spices from any Indian Grocery Store or Specialty Health Food Store. 

 

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Aromatherapy for Aging and Sleep

Posted on January 20, 2020 by in Aromatherapy for Aging & Sleep

Do you know……. Experts recommend adults get 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. If you are having trouble sleeping, you are not alone and there’s no right amount of sleep. While our sleep pattern changes with age, more and more

          Aromatherapy for Aging & Sleep

people are suffering from lack of sleep throughout the night, because of the hectic lifestyles, unhealthy diets, and over-stimulated brain. This could cause lots of health condition, leaving them tired and fatigued the next day.

With chronic sleep issues, it’s wise to consult your physician to uncover underlying risk factors that’s impacting sleep. Otherwise, there are several Essential Oils that could alleviate sleep problem together with change in sleep routine:

Stick to a regular bedtime that helps body to get used to the routine.

Take a warm bath with essential oils that will help to relax.

Take time to unwind by turning off electronic devices, TV, and do meditation or light reading or listen to soothing  music.

Make the bedroom a resting and sleeping place only.

Avoid long afternoon naps.

Avoid exercise, caffeine and alcohol two-three hours before bedtime.

Drink less fluids at night to minimize trips to the bathroom

Essential oils: Researchers found that a blend of sleep-promoting essential oils effectively improve both sleep, quality of life, and promote relaxation, alleviate stress-anxiety that often obstacles to sound, restful sleep. Essential oils can be used both topically and through inhalation to improve the quality of sleep. The easiest way to receive the benefits of essential oils is through diffusing for 30-60 minutes before bedtime or place 2 drops of essential oil in the palm, rub hands together, cup them around nose and inhale deeply or rub 2-4 drops of diluted (in a carrier oil-coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, sesame oil, or grapeseed oil) essential oils on the bottoms of feet/back of neck/temple/stomach. 

Popular essential Oils for Sleep Aid:

Lavender, Geranium, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Neroli, Rose, Valerian, Roman chamomile

 

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

 

Aromatherapy and Bursitis Pain

Posted on January 13, 2020 by in Aromatherapy and Bursitis Pain

Do you know……… The difference between Bursitis vs. Arthritis?  According to the American College of

                Aromatherapy for Bursitis Pain

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 sacs called bursae. Bursae, are found throughout the entire body, present near the joints. The bursae are lined with cells that form the synovial membrane and secrete the synovial fluid. They cushion and lubricate the space between bones and connective tissues (joints, tendons and ligaments), and muscles to ensure smooth movement of joints. When inflamed, movement becomes difficult and even muscles become stiff.

Bursitis is generally caused by repetitive movement and excessive pressure at a particular joint. It commonly occurs in heel, knee, shoulder, elbows, hip, and foot too. Symptoms of Bursitis:

Pain in the affected region

Swelling, redness

Warm to the touch

Stiffness

Prominent pain while moving makes movement difficult

More pain during the early morning and night

Treatment for bursitis involves:

Rest the Affected Area and avoid aggravating exercises or activities

Use Ice to Control Swelling

Stretching and move the Area

Essential oils, with their powerful anti-inflammatory, analgesic, restorative therapeutic properties can have profound effect to control bursitis pain. Following Essential Oils can be applied diluted to the affected area in circular motion to boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and pain:

Peppermint

Turmeric

Frankincense

Winter Green

Lemon grass

Marjoram

Helichrysum

Basil

Ginger

Geranium

Clove

Nutmeg

Juniper Berry

Eucalyptus

Lavender

With proper care, bursitis pain usually goes away within several weeks without the need for medications or surgery. According to a 2011, article in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, most bursitis patients respond well to nonsurgical management, including ice, activity modification, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Bursitis Pain Essential Oil Blend: 1oz

30ml Coconut or Almond Oil

5 drops Turmeric Essential Oil

5 drops Juniper Berry Essential Oil

3 drops Marjoram Essential Oil

3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil

2 drops Eucalyptus globulus Essential Oil

8 drops Vit E

Add Essential Oils, Vit E in a dark glass bottle, top with carrier oil, close, mix well, and label. Apply 3-6 drops on the affected area twice daily or as needed and massage in circular motion.

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Aromatherapy Phototoxicity

Posted on January 6, 2020 by in Aromatherapy Toxicity

Do you know……… Photosensitization is the process in which ultraviolet (UV) radiation combines with a particular substance and causes chemical or biological changes.

      Essential Oil Toxicity

Since centuries, Essential Oils have been widely used for bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal, antiparasitical, insecticidal, medicinal and cosmetic applications. Nowadays, more so in pharmaceutical, cleaning, cosmetic, agricultural and food industries. Because of the mode of extraction, mostly by distillation and cold pressed from aromatic plants, Essential Oils contain a variety of volatile molecules such as terpenes and terpenoids, phenol-derived aromatic components. Furocoumarins (most common ones are bergapten and oxypeucedanin), a special class of constituent that react when exposed to ultraviolet light and can cause photosensitization of the skin with inflammation, blistering, reddening or burning symptoms after topical application of a photosensitive essential oil. Therefore, when using a photosensitive essential oil topically, avoid sunlight for up to 12 hours after use, including tanning beds. For detailed safety information, please refer to Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young, Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition, 2014.

Some of the Essential Oils that may cause Phototoxic or Photosensitive Reactions:

Angelica Root

Bergamot

Bitter Orange

Cumin

Grapefruit

Lemon

Lime

Rue

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Welcome 2020!

Posted on December 30, 2019 by in 2020 Greetings

Do you know…..It’s that time of the year when we bid a fond farewell to the old and a warm welcome to the NEW YEAR, 2020. Start fresh with new resolutions, forget bad memories and don’t let good memories fade away,

       Happy New Year from AromaWellness

forgive others, and live in the moment.

I have had to face many debacles, personal as well as work related, but thank you very much for giving me unwavering support and always encouraging me to move forward with positive inspirations. That’s how I am standing tall on my own two feet and want to wish you a new year filled with happiness, love, joy, prosperity, today and always!

 

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Inflammation the Culprit

Posted on December 23, 2019 by in Inflammation the Culprit

Do you know……Researchers found that, Inflammation plays a major role in everyone’s health. It is our body’s natural mechanism to fight against infections, injuries, toxins, with the help of our Immune system that releases antibodies in attempt to heal itself. This increases the blood circulation to the affected area and inflammation

                        Inflammation the Culprit

happens. However, not all inflammation is good. It could be Acute or Chronic. Acute inflammation causes pain, redness, swelling in the affected area, while Chronic inflammation symptoms are; fatigue, fever, rashes, abdominal pain, digestive issues, chest pain, headache, arthritis, asthma, dementia. It could be subtler from mild to severe and could linger for an extended period. It could be caused by: Auto immune disorder, Smoking, Alcohol, Obesity, Chronic Stress, Cancer, Untreated Acute Inflammation.

Inflammation could be treated with:

Over-the-counter Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil), naproxen (Aleve), but long-term use peptic ulcer and kidney disease.

Steroids. Corticosteroids are a type of steroid hormone. They decrease inflammation and suppress the immune system, which in long-term can lead to vision problems, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis.

Supplements. Certain supplements may help to reduce inflammation; Fish oil, Lipoic acid, and Curcumin. Some spices that are helpful in chronic inflammation and inflammatory diseases are ginger, garlic, turmeric, cayenne, clove.

Diet: Researchers found that Mediterranean diet has lower markers of inflammation.

Essential Oils that contain carvacrol, eugenol, curcumin, 1.8-cineole, are great tools for alleviating inflammation. Essential Oils are natural, volatile, concentrated liquid extract of different parts of plants, that have been used since centuries in healing process for their therapeutic properties. Following essential oils are commonly used to treat inflammation:

Thyme, Clove, Rose, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Bergamot, Roman chamomile, Ginger, Turmeric, Basil, Rosemary, Juniper

Essential oils are usually inhaled directly, or used in steam inhalation, or in warm bath or in a diffuser, or as a room spray-body spray, or massaged into the skin.

 

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Nutritious Aromatic Plants

Posted on December 15, 2019 by in Uncategorized

Do you know…… Hippocrates said, “Food is medicine.” Therefore, to have health and vitality, one must consume low fat and high fiber food. Should avoid high fat meal, be active, and try to follow some sort of 20-30 minutes exercise regimen daily. Green leafy vegetables are high in calcium, magnesium, low in sugar, and protect against heart disease.

                         Chrysanthemum tea

Several plants have been grown as a house plant, in gardens, and commercially for their ornamental decorative purposes together with their therapeutic and nutritional values. They have been used since centuries for their medicinal, aromatic properties in Cosmetic industries, in Naturopaethy, Ayurvedic, and Chinese medicine, to promote healing and well-being. For eg:

Rose (Rosa species): for their culinary, cosmetics, medicinal, aromatic properties. In far East, rose petals, rose water, rose essence are used in many food recipes and cosmetics. Rose Essential Oils are rich in vitamins, minerals, and are used in Aromatherapy as an antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-oxidant, moisturizing, astringent Dog rose hips are used for medicinal remedies,

Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis): flowers and leaves are very nutritious and used for culinary purposes. Hibiscus Essential Oils are extracted from leaves and flowers of the plant. It is rich in anti-oxidants, amino acids, Vitamins A & C and used for deep conditioning hair treatment, hair growth and shine, dandruff control.

Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus): it is herbaceous perennial plant. Carnation flowers are very fragrant and considered to be anti-spasmodic, diaphoretic, nervine, and invigorating.  They have been traditionally used for treating fevers. It has peppery flavour and flower petals are used in salads and for dish garnishing. Carnation absolute is obtained from the flowers of carnation plants by solvent extraction method and is anti-bacterial, alleviate gastric discomfort.

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium): or mum flowers are found all over the world and contain aminoacids, Vitamins A & B. Besides being an ornamental flower, it is used to relieve cold-flu symptoms, high blood pressure, and as nerve calming. In China, Chrysanthemum tea is very common.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis): Calendula is an annual herb with yellow to orange flowers (commonly known as Marigold flowers) and is often used in soups, salads, stews, and for the treatment of inflammation and skin wounds. Calendula officinalis essential oil is antimicrobial, anti-inlammatory, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-spasmodic and is often used in wound healing and treating diaper rash.

Lotus (Nilumbo nucifera); It is a perennial, aquatic herb from India. Lotus plant and flower symbolizes knowledge, purity, serenity, and considered a sacred symbol in India, China, Egypt. Lotus flower opens in the morning and closes at night. All parts of the plant have been used since centuries for culinary and medicinal purposes. Lotus essential oil is extracted from dried lotus flowers through steam distillation and is mostly used for enhancing mood, spirituality, relaxation, and serenity. It is antidepressant, aphrodisiac, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, nervine, antimicrobial.

Just like these, there are several other plant varieties like; Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla), Periwinkle (Catheranthus roseus), Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spectabilis), Amaltas (Cassia fistula), Ashoka (Saraca asoca), etc. have been used in culinary and for their medicinal properties. Kaffir lime (Bergamot).

Chrysanthemum tea:

3-6 personally dried pesticide free Chrysanthemum flowers or store bought

Boil 8oz water, add flowers, cover and let it steep for a few minutes, strain in a cup and enjoy the tea.

As always, if you’re pregnant or nursing, ask your doctor before drinking chrysanthemum tea.

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

 

Aromatherapy Aid to Eating Disorders

Posted on December 9, 2019 by in Aromatherapy Aid to Eating Disorders

Do you know…………… Eating disorder (anorexia and bulimia) is engaging in unusual and persistent behaviors in order to prevent weight gain, by attempting to follow rigid dietary rules, like only consuming very small number of calories of a limited number of food at specific times per day, which puts the body in starvation mode. Per dictionary meaning; “Anorexia, also called Anorexia nervosa, a disorder characterized by fear of becoming fat and refusal of food leading to debility and even death.” It affects 3 in 100 and not surprisingly, it affects the teens

                           Eating Disorder

in industrialized countries the most. In Western world, where size zero models – actors are the role models, young people, especially girls, see themselves not standing up to the cultural expectations of the social norm. Anorexia is often preceded by a traumatic event and other emotional problems.

Common signs and some statistics from National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders:

  • A key characteristic of anorexia nervosa is being extremely underweight compared to their ‘ideal weight’, lying about food intake,
  • Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. 1 in 5 anorexia deaths is by suicide.
  • 50–80 percent of the risk for anorexia and bulimia is genetic.
  • 33–50 percent of anorexia patients suffer from depression, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, and social phobia because of intense fear of weight gain or of “becoming fat,”
  • At least 30 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the U.S.
  • They are generally addicted to an unhealthy amount of excessive, rigid exercising activities.
  • Complications due to anorexia can include amenorrhea (loss of periods), infertility, reduced bone mass, cognitive changes, dry skin – hair, heart problems, and in severe cases even death.

Eating disorder is a serious condition and an early intervention is thought to be one of the most important ways of preventing complications due to anorexia. It’s not an easy disorder to be treated permanently, but today a wide range of effective treatments are available including; regularly monitored by a doctor, cognitive behavioral therapy, support groups, dietic guidance, acupuncture, guided meditation to reduce stress-anxiety, and therapeutic use of Essential Oils through Aromatherapy to tackle the underlying cause.

Inhalation of essential oils may alter emotions that could change the underlying psychology and disturbed-thinking pattern which supports the self-destructed behavior. Essential oil aroma directly affects the limbic system of the brain. There are several essential oils that are calming, anti-depressant, and soothing, that are traditionally used for anorexia based on each individual needs, eg:

Bergamot: Is uplifting, antidepressant, regulates the appetite.

Lavender: Is calming, anti-anxiety, and helps with insomnia.

Mandarin, Orange, Grape fruit, Tangerine, Neroli: Is gentle, calming, anti-depressant, promotes happiness. It calms nervous tension and restlessness. It is also traditionally used for digestive disorders.

Angelica: Is calming, helps release and let go of negative feelings, trauma or anger, used for loss of appetite as well.

Lemon: Is used for digestive problems, anxiety, anti-depressant. It promotes a sense of well-being. Its has invigorating, warming, and enhancing aroma. Lemon also promotes clarity of thought and purpose as well as physical energy.

Ginger: Is stimulating, used for courage, loss of appetite and other digestive disorder.

Jasmine: In addition to its romantic and exotic qualities, used to support healthy-looking skin.

Clary sage, Coriander, Patchouli, Basil, Peppermint Essential Oils can also be considered.

Eating Disorder Massage Oil:

4 drops Bergamot Essential Oil

3 drops Lemon Essential Oil

2 drops Lavender Essential Oil

2 drops Ginger Essential Oil

1 drop Patchouli Essential Oil

1 oz Almond or Grape seed or Coconut Oil

1 oz amber or dark glass bottle

Add essential oils in 1oz glass bottle, pour the carrier oil of choice, cap, label, and mix well. Massage on the sole of feet or on wrist or back of neck, or on stomach twice daily or as needed. Can just open the bottle and inhale deeply.

 

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment

Pampering Feet with Aromatherapy

Posted on December 2, 2019 by in Pampering Feet with Aromatherapy

Do you know…….. Our hands and feet are biomechanical marvels of God’s creation. Just like our hands, our foot has complex anatomy (which is beyond the scope of this article) with 26 bones, 33 joints and several muscles, tendon and ligaments holding it together. Our feet has thousands of nerve endings

         Pampering Feet with Aromatherapy

(A nerve is a bundle of fibers that receives and sends messages between the body and the brain through neurons), which makes foot massage feel so incredible. Mayo Clinic reports that studies sponsored by the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health found that reflexology could “reduce pain and psychological symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and enhance relaxation and sleep,” due to the fact that every one of our nerve linings end in our footing.

Our feet is the most neglected part of our body, while they deserve lot of pampering and tender loving care (TLC). Our feet carry our weight, light or heavy, day in day out without any complains or vacation except for the night time when most of us are in bed sleeping. We cram it into tight socks, gym shoes, pinching high heels, or standing around, or walking to class-work-to the car, or running to catch a train-bus, or exercising, etc. Energetically the feet represent our connection with earth, the sense of being grounded, and rooting us to Mother Nature. That’s why walking bare feet on fine sand or soft grass gives  euphoric experience.

Aromatherapy using Eessential oils are quick and easy way to treat our feet and provide TLC, so they can keep up with every step of our busy life. Essential Oils are natural, volatile, concentrated extracts, taken from the roots, leaves, seeds, bark, or blossoms of plants. It should be diluted for a safe topical application following all safety rules and an expert advice. Following essential oils could be used to pamper feet:

Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Cypress, Lavender, Bergamot, Ginger, Geranium

The Mineral Salt foot scrub to Revitalize Tired Feet

To exfoliate the feet, pour 2 quarts of warm to hot water into a foot bowl, add ¼ cup Epsom salt, add 3 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Tea tree, 3 drops Lemon Essential Oils (or your favourite essential oil), soak your feet for about 15-20 minutes while keep inhaling the aroma. Rub feet with a pumice stone sloughing off dead skin cells which will improve the circulation in feet, dab feet dry, massage with coconut oil for a smooth feel, fresh feel.

Om Healing………..Uma
(Founder of AromaWellness)
to order .visit aromawellness.net
Call 414-793-8645, to schedule your consultation appointment