What is Aromatherapy?

What is Oromathera py? Holistic healing of the physical body and soul (spirit). Healing with scent (aroma), and touch (body massage). Aromatherapy ean be absorbed through: INTERACTION AROMA (SMELL) a. Scents trigger an area in the brain called the Limbic System. When stimulated, it releases endorphins, neurotransmitters and other 'feel-good' chemicals. WITH SKIN Aromatherapy also works through the absorption of essential oils by the skin and into blood This can be achieved by direct inhalation stream. The best way to experience this is an aromatherapy or diffusion. massage, which combines carrier oils What ean it do for you? with specific essential oils. Provide Relaxation and stress relief Enhance Mood Essential oils can be absorbed in these various Ways: Create Balance and Well being Relief of minor discomforts Boost the immune, respiratory and circulatory system Aids: Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Reproductive, Integumentary (skin), Nervous, Lymphatic, Digestive and Immune systems. Last but not least is Spiritual for the soul! Certain Scents do certain things: Inhalations Baths Lavender is associated with feelings contentment, improved cognitive performance (some measures) and mood as well, and has also shown other mild sedative and calming effects. 635 women applied lavender oil to their perinatal area (part of the body between the vagina and the rectum) after child-birth. The women reported a distinct improvement between the third and fifth day. (The discomfort is the worst during this time for patients in the control group.) Compresses Massage (therapeutically- for physical reasons and for spiritual or relaxation) Topical application Facial steam Diffusing Peppermint aromatherapy has been found to increase memory and alertness. Researchers at the University of Northumbria in the U.K. had 144 volunteers take cognitive tests and complete a mood evaluation while being exposed to either peppermint, ylang ylang or no aroma. The peppermint group scored better on alertness and memory tests than the other two groups. Some research has shown that lemon oil may possess anti-depressant-type effects, making it a good choice for stress relief and mood enhancement as well. Japanese scientists studied the effect of lemon essential oil on the ability to focus. They discovered that the typical mistakes were reduced by 54 percent when lemon oil was diffused in the work room. Rosemary is associated with feelings of contentment. It's been shown to have positive effects on performance and mood. In ancient Greece and Rome wreaths made of Rosemary were worn by students to improve mental focus and memory when studying or taking exams. A randomized study by Wilkinson looked at the effects of massage with or without chamomile on 51 patients with cancer. The results of this study showed a reduction in tension, anxiety, and pain that was statistically significant. 一 * 等 What is Oromathera py? Holistic healing of the physical body and soul (spirit). Healing with scent (aroma), and touch (body massage). Aromatherapy ean be absorbed through: INTERACTION AROMA (SMELL) a. Scents trigger an area in the brain called the Limbic System. When stimulated, it releases endorphins, neurotransmitters and other 'feel-good' chemicals. WITH SKIN Aromatherapy also works through the absorption of essential oils by the skin and into blood This can be achieved by direct inhalation stream. The best way to experience this is an aromatherapy or diffusion. massage, which combines carrier oils What ean it do for you? with specific essential oils. Provide Relaxation and stress relief Enhance Mood Essential oils can be absorbed in these various Ways: Create Balance and Well being Relief of minor discomforts Boost the immune, respiratory and circulatory system Aids: Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Reproductive, Integumentary (skin), Nervous, Lymphatic, Digestive and Immune systems. Last but not least is Spiritual for the soul! Certain Scents do certain things: Inhalations Baths Lavender is associated with feelings contentment, improved cognitive performance (some measures) and mood as well, and has also shown other mild sedative and calming effects. 635 women applied lavender oil to their perinatal area (part of the body between the vagina and the rectum) after child-birth. The women reported a distinct improvement between the third and fifth day. (The discomfort is the worst during this time for patients in the control group.) Compresses Massage (therapeutically- for physical reasons and for spiritual or relaxation) Topical application Facial steam Diffusing Peppermint aromatherapy has been found to increase memory and alertness. Researchers at the University of Northumbria in the U.K. had 144 volunteers take cognitive tests and complete a mood evaluation while being exposed to either peppermint, ylang ylang or no aroma. The peppermint group scored better on alertness and memory tests than the other two groups. Some research has shown that lemon oil may possess anti-depressant-type effects, making it a good choice for stress relief and mood enhancement as well. Japanese scientists studied the effect of lemon essential oil on the ability to focus. They discovered that the typical mistakes were reduced by 54 percent when lemon oil was diffused in the work room. Rosemary is associated with feelings of contentment. It's been shown to have positive effects on performance and mood. In ancient Greece and Rome wreaths made of Rosemary were worn by students to improve mental focus and memory when studying or taking exams. A randomized study by Wilkinson looked at the effects of massage with or without chamomile on 51 patients with cancer. The results of this study showed a reduction in tension, anxiety, and pain that was statistically significant. 一 * 等