Aromatherapy - the Ultimate Healing Treatments
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it’s called essential oil therapy. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit. It enhances both physical and emotional health.
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The Benefits
- improve sleep quality
- reduce stress and anxiety
- treat headaches and migraines
- help manage chronic pain
- ease discomforts of giving birth
- fight infections
- improve metabolism
- boost the immune system
- reduce the side effects of chemotherapy
The Methods
The tools oftentimes used for aromatherapy:
- diffusers
- inhalers
- bathing salts
- body oils
- facial steamers
- aromatic spritzers
- compresses
The Oils
Just to list a few essential oils adored by many aromatherapy practicioners;
- lavender
- lemongrass
- rosemary
- tea tree
- chamomile
- peppermint
- ginger
- cypress
- mandarin
- rose
- neroli
- vetiver
- fennel
- geranium
- helichrysum
- patchouli
- ylang ylang
Aromatherapy is a medical art which requires attention to the uses of various oils, the impacts on your well-being, and various methods. Each person's body and mind reacts differently depending on the kinds of oils used, their combination, and their intensity. Make sure to consult with your doctor prior to starting aromatherapy as a treatment supplement. Be aware of possible allergic reactions and negative body reactions that may occur based on your sensitivity.