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The uses of natures own harvest, plants, flowers, herbs and spices, many
of which are healing and therapeutic, is the art of Aromatherapy.
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Our
smell is directly linked to the limbic system of the brain that stores
memories associated with smells.
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Different smells produce different neurochemicals in the brain that help the body heal in different ways.
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Among these chemicals are endorphins for pain reduction and seratonin for
relaxation and calm.
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Plants as medicine are used mainstream in European
countries.
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There are many different ways to use aromatherapy for
beauty and wellness, cleaning, colds and skin conditions, or promoting
sleep or optimum energy.
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One way of using aromatherapy is by seasoning the
food we eat.
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Essential oils used transdermally, or massaged into
the skin are absorbed directly into the bloodstream,
and are carried throughout the body affecting all organs and immune system.
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Workshops discuss benefits of using
Aromatherapy, how it works on the mind and body, approximately 30 essential oils and their
benefits, making fresh, natural products to use yourself, muscle energy testing for
compatibility, resources for education and supplies, safety, contraindications, and choosing
quality products. See schedule for locations, dates, times, and cost.
Aromatherapy products
made to order, call for info; ask about -
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cold process soap,
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bath salts,
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oil blends,
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scrubs,
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green
clay mask,
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spritzers,
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bath teas,
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tinctures,
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natural insect repellent
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and lip balm,
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also, which essential oils
are on hand.
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Essential Oils for Menopause Comfort
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CHAMMOMILE - GERMAN OR ROMAN Sedative and anti-inflammatory qualities and
soothe digestive upset, for hot flashes, anxiety, depression, headaches,
insomnia, irritability, and muscle aches
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CINNAMON-Warms and increases circulation, for cold hands and feet
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CLARY SAGE-Aids in memory retention, regulates menses, controls excess
sweating and hot flashes, CAUTION- has an estrogen like effect- not to be
used in combination with hormone replacement therapy
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CYPRESS-Immune stimulant, cramps, menstrual pain or heavy menses
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GERANIUM-Regulates gland secretions, relaxing
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LAVENDER-Relieves tension and promotes sleep
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YLANG YLANG-Creates positive feelings of self acceptance, euphoric,
reduces anxiety and frigidity
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FRANKINCENSE, SANDALWOOD, MYRRH-biblical oils contain spiritual essence
and many medicinal qualities, good for dry/mature skin, immune stimulant,
urinary and vaginal irritations
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BERGAMOT-uplifting and refreshing, deodorizing and cystitis
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Oils can be put in the bath, mixed with carrier oils and massaged into the
body, or placed in diffusers to scent the environment.
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Blends-
Sensual-Ylang ylang, jasmine, sandalwood, lavender,
rose
Sport-juniper, rosemary, eucalyptus
Women's
Formula-geranium, clary sage, ylang ylang
detox-lemon, grapefruit, fennel, peppermint
Cold/Flu-eucalyptus, rosemary, basil, tea tree
Sleep/Calm-chamomile, lavender, ylang, ylang
Invigorate-bergamot, orange, rosemary
Ayurvedic Blends-
Aroma for Body Type
Vata balancing blends for the fall and winter include oils that soothe and enhance serenity -
Sweet Orange, Geranium Rose, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense and Fennel, Jojoba or Sweet
Almond ; Patchouli and Lemon , Jasmine can help you really unwind -
Aroma blends
for balancing Pitta include cooling oils such as Rose, Jasmine, Sandalwood and Lavender, with
smaller amounts of soothing oils such as Ylang Ylang and Frankincense and some uplifting oils
such as Lemon or Peppermint. The combinations are designed to keep you calm, yet focused and
alert. try coconut as the base oil,
Kapha blends are generally invigorating, designed to wake you up on damp, cold, gray spring
days. They contain vital oils such as Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Basil, with smaller
amounts of balancing oils such as Frankincense or Ylang Ylang.

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