One of the most comprehensive, up-to-date encyclopedias of aromatherapy available today, this reference has more than 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions and 82 essential oils as well as recipes and formulae…. More >>

Aromatherapy: An A-Z: The Most Comprehensive Guide to Aromatherapy Ever Published

Aromatherapy is an art that has been around for centuries that consists of using certain scents to elicit certain responses. The benefits of aromatherapy are balked at by many who can’t fathom that smelling certain aromas can cause someone to feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and they certainly can’t believe that certain scents can relieve pain, but it’s true. Just by smelling certain aromas, aromatherapy can relieve all sorts of symptoms.

So, if you or someone you know still needs convincing as to the benefits of aromatherapy, it’s recommended that you give it a try. Once you light those candles, incense sticks, oil burners, or use any other aromatherapy product, you’ll be hooked as the benefits of aromatherapy will then become very apparent.

Choose Your Type

When testing out the benefits of aromatherapy, you have many options available to you. It all depends on your preference, as there is an aromatherapy product out there for everyone. If you like candles, aromatherapy candles are very popular. If you like incense, those, too, are very popular.  Read more...

People with depression are simply not able to carry on their lives normally. Without treatment, symptoms can last for weeks, months, or years. When these symptoms become very intense, they start interfering with one’s ability to normally carry out even the daily chores. The person feels unable to do anything about it; other people need to help him out of this depressive situation. Appropriate treatment is required to help most people who suffer from depression.

Symptoms:

The symptoms that help identify depression include:

1) Constant feelings of sadness, irritability.

2) Feeling exhausted most of the time, despite lack of activity.

3) Decreased interest social activities.

4) Significant weight change.

5) A change in sleeping pattern, such as difficulty sleeping or early morning awakening.

6) Lack of confidence.

7) Spends a lot of time thinking about what has gone wrong or what will go wrong.

8) Feelings of worthlessness or guilt.

9) Physical pain, which has no apparent physical

10) Thoughts of suicide or death  Read more...

This is a general index of the chakras. The essential oils suggested can be used in aromatherapy, massage, baths and other therapies.

1 – Root chakra

The Root chakra is about being physically present. Feelings of stability, safety and stamina are held here. This is the foundation chakra and is the first chakra of the system. When the root chakra is open we feel present in the here and now and feel that our physical space is sufficient, respected and connected to our physical body.

If the root chakra is closed we are insecure. We may be paranoid, fearful, and full of hatred and anger. We may be overly possessive. We may have low blood pressure, circulatory and sexual dysfunction.

Essential oils to help open the root chakra are vetiver, peppermint, frankincense, cedarwood, myrrh, carrot, cardamon, clove, oakmoss, patchouli, laurel, ginger, sandalwood and benzoin.

2 – Sacral chakra  Read more...

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When passing by a nail salon, typically all you see are women at first glance. You’ll see them having their nails painted or soaking their feet in the amazing relaxation of a footbath. But sometimes if you take a second look, you’ll see a man in the middle of all the estrogen. And no, he isn’t there waiting on his wife to get her manicure. He’s getting a manicure himself!

It’s not totally uncommon anymore to see this type of thing at nail salons and spas. And contrary to popular belief, it usually has nothing to do with the man’s sexual preference. Although it’s not yet something every woman is accustomed to seeing, it certainly doesn’t make the man any “less of a man”. If women have the privilege of getting pampered through a manicure, why can’t a man have the same right of passage without being labeled or laughed at? Granted, a man having his nails painted pink might just send out a snicker or two, but this usually isn’t the case when men get professional manicures. In fact, it isn’t uncommon for men not to have the actual manicure as a top priority when visiting a nail salon.  Read more...

Certain scents bring on sense and memory responses from your body. Using scents to help improve your mental state or your health is the basis of aromatherapy. Aromatherapy products, including oils and lotions, can be used to help promote your physical and mental health. Bring the power of aromatic scent into your home, car or office with aromatherapy products.

Quality aromatherapy oils are called essential oils. Aromatherapy oils are concentrated oils that the skin can absorb quickly, or the oils can be used in an aromatherapy diffuser to add scent to a room. Aromatherapy essential oils also come in small vials so that they easily fit in your purse, briefcase, or workout bag, allowing you to bring your aromatherapy treatment with you wherever you go.

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Applying reflexology to the feet is done by following a map of the body superimposed onto the bottoms of the feet, and a thumb walk or thumb roll technique is used to apply a nurturing touch. Understand the application of foot reflexology with information from the founder of the American Academy of Reflexology in this free video on alternative medicine.

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If you have simply run out of gift ideas for your mom, sister, co-workers or best friend, then good news! Look no further than great aromatherapy gifts! Even if your friends and family have never tried essential oils or aromatherapy, they can certainly appreciate a nice personalized blend of your favorite scents and smells.

Types of gifts you can give: You can give so many different types of essential oils gifts and you will never get tired of coming up with great gift ideas. Aromatherapy gifts are very popular and they are relatively easy to find and inexpensive. They are gifts that are truly appreciated. In addition, you can dress up the gift and present a nice looking package that will impress.  Read more...

My Finding Inspiration series was written out of a need that comes up in my practice, most often in Spring and Fall. I feel we all need a bit of enlightenment now and then to help us move forward. Finding motivation through inspiration can be the spark which sets you on your way!

Natures Gifts

Spring is here. What better time to take advantage of the power of our sense of smell!

We can find great inspiration through the power of our olfactory senses. Spring time is the season of renewal, where flowers Blossom, all green things grow and people feel a renewal of energy within themselves. People even begin to wear lighter colored clothing to match the environment around them. Seek your inspiration in the scent of fresh flowers filling the air, as well as the bloom of green Herbs. Take advantage of these natural riches.

Utilize the Essence of Aromatherapy  Read more...

How do I use a wand? Learn what a wand is and how you can use it. Crystal healing wands are ideal tools for removing blockages, balancing energy, massage and more. Find a wide variety of energizing wands on our website to aid your healing journey!

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Aromatherapy, sometimes also referred to as aromatic or scent medicine, is the art of healing the body using naturally distilled essences from different parts of plant to improve and enhance your everyday emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. These essences are known as Essential Oils.

What are Essential Oils?

These oils are the concentrated essences of the aromatic plant. They can be used as an analgesic (to alleviate pain), an anti-inflammatory (to reduce swelling), an anti-bacterial, an anti-fungal, an anti-viral (to prevent infections). Since scent stimlates the part of the brain that effects your emotions, Essential Oils can also sooth and calm.or energize and arouse.

These Essential Oils are highly concentrated and are measured in drops. They should be housed in dark colored air tight bottles in a cool area, out of direct light. Unless noted, they should not be applied directly to the skin, but instead placed in a Carrier Oil such as Almond oil, so as to avoid irritation.

How does aromatherapy work?  Read more...

How to apply acupressure points and techniques for leg pain relief; get expert tips and advice on practicing Eastern holistic medicine in this free personal health video. Expert: Freddy Alva & Billy Tuong Bio: Freddy Alva & Billy Tuong from Sanh Hoa Long Herbal Pharmacy, a Chinese Medicine clinic located in the Chinatown/Soho area of New York City. Filmmaker: Paul Muller

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When you start into the world of essential oils, you may be quite confused. As a novice, you will see a whole host of interesting aromatherapy products on the market. You know that essential oils are the basis of aromatherapy, but there are so many of them. When you start looking at the label, they leave you even more confused. What is the difference between the grades of oils and which ones are better?

As you shop for essential oils to use, you need to remember that just as with any product you buy, there are some that are better than others. You can buy cheap essential oils and if all you want to do is to make your home smell nice, then they may be okay. However, if you want the full benefits of the essential oil, then you should probably spend the extra cash on therapeutic grade essential oils.  Read more...

Acupressure points can be great for migraine relief. Learn how to press wrist and head acupressure points with expert tips on headache relief in this free video. Expert: Vineeta Gogia Bio: Vineeta Gogia has a degree in Hotel administration, Catering and Nutrition from Cornell University.

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Did you know that essential oils have multiple uses? It is true! You can purchase good quality essential oils and use them to scent your home, disinfect and freshen your laundry, use them for healing purposes and add them to your first aid kit. Believe it or not, there are several different types of essential oils that you can use when you need to treat a fall, scratch, bite or burn quickly. Here is a look at some of the most popular essential oils to add to your first aid kit today.  Read more...

A rich resource on the applications of aromatherapy and its uses in everyday life, including aromas for the home, business environments, and essences for the elderly. … More >>

The Essential Oils Book: Creating Personal Blends for Mind & Body

What man would not love the idea of a nice massage? However, you have to be careful when indulging your man with essential oils. Whether used in aromatherapy to scent the home or used in a massage, your manly man, probably will not appreciate the floral and fruity smells that you like. You have to go beyond the girly scents and look for the ones that are masculine. After all, you would not like to have you man go around smelling like flowers either, would you? If you are ready to indulge your man in a little essential oil, then consider the following manly scents.

When reading the list of masculine smelling essential oils, it is important to remember that everyone has a unique sense of smell. What works for one man, may be hated by another. Get a few different scents and try them out. When you have found one or two that your man likes, remember that and use it often. Whether you use these essential oils alone with carrier oils for a massage, put a few drops in the bathwater or use them in lotions and crmes, your man will like they way these oils smell and makes him feel.  Read more...

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That’s great news but are you still wondering how this can benefit you? Essential oils are commonly used in aromatherapy practices. The oils, when used under the guidance and care of a medical professional or aromatherapy practitioner, offer an all natural way to treat minor ailments. In addition, they are also known to stimulate emotional balance within oneself. There is a lot of information on how and what to use these oils already prepared for you on the internet. The opportunity to financially benefit from this lies in the ability to relay this information and offer products for purchase and use.  Read more...

Learn how to use aromatherapy for better sleeping habits with expert sleeping tips in this free online healthy living video clip. Expert: Lisa La Barr Bio: Lisa La Barr is AFPA certified, a WAPF member, and a personal nutritionist in Beverly Hills. She has almost 10 years of health care experience working for top pharmaceutical companies. Filmmaker: Nili Nathan