Aromatherapy
What is Aromatherapy?
(from
Aromaweb.com)
Aromatherapy is the practice of using volatile plant oils,
including essential oils, for psychological and physical
well-being.
Essential oils
which are the pure "essence" of a
plant, have been found to provide both psychological and
physical benefits when used correctly and safely. There are many
essential oils.
The Benefit of an
"Aroma" Essential oils
that are inhaled into the lungs
are believed to offer both psychological and physical benefits;
not only does the aroma of the natural essential oil stimulate
the brain to trigger a reaction, but the natural constituents
(naturally occurring chemicals) of the essential oil are drawn
into the lungs and can also supply physical benefit.
BOOST Oxygen
uses only FDA Approved Essential
Oils.
PEPPERMINT-
an essential oil in Aromatherapy- is known to have the following
properties:
Effects on the Mind and
Emotions:
Mood uplifting, Helps relieve mental fatigue, Improves mental
clarity, alertness, concentration, and memory, Sharpens the
senses, Reviving and refreshing, Energizing, Encourages
communication.
Effects on the Body:
Cooling Pain relief, Increase physical strength and endurance,
Vapors help breathing, Improves digestion, decreases appetite,
Soothes itching skin.
EUCALYPTUS
also an essential oil in Aromatherapy- is known to have these
properties:
Effects on the Mind and
Emotions:
Helps relieve mental
fatigue, Improves mental clarity and alertness, Sharpens the
senses, Refreshes and revives. Stimulating Energizing
Effects on the Body:
Cooling,Relieves pain and sore muscles, Breaks up congestion,
Reduces inflammation
From:
http://www.colorado.edu/studentgroups/wellness/
NewSite/AromatherapyPeppermint.html
http://www.Colorado.edu/studentgroups/wellness/
NewSite/AromatherapyEucalyptus.html
