Friday, December 13, 2013

Essential Oil Spotlight

Rosmarinus Officinalis, or Rosemary has been used since antiquity for its known healing properties as it boosts mental health and helps relieve pain. It has also been long used as a culinary herb and for perfumery. It is also represented in Greek mythology as the herb draped around the goddess Aphrodite after being birthed from the sea. Many medicinal preparations include rosemary essential and can be used for many purposes including: for more information about health 
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Respiratory Health

It has been well supported and documented that it is effective in aromatherapy for respiratory issues such as sore throat, allergies, colds and flu symptoms. Because of its antiseptic qualities can be used to fight 
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Aromatherapy

Widely used in aromatherapy treatments to boost mental awareness and focus, its aroma has been proven as a successful brain function booster. It is also used in combating malodorous aromas.

Pain Relief Agent

With its anti-inflammatory properties and its proven abilities in combating various pain maladies, it's effective as a topical rub for pain afflicted areas. It can be used on joint pain, muscle aches and rubbed into the temples to help relieve headaches as well. As a blood circulation stimulant it can help in pain relief that way as well.

Stress Relief

Its pleasing aroma has been used for centuries in aromatherapy baths, vapour baths and in cream rubs to help with reducing stress. Recent studies have proven this with the fact that rosemary reduces the chemical Cortisol which is released by the body during its 'fight or flight' response.

Immune Booster

Rosemary helps boost anti-oxidant levels, therefore improving the fight against free radicals in our systems that lead to various diseases including cancer. Studies have shown a marked increase in anti-oxidant levels of patients after inhaling rosemary for five minutes daily.

Anti-Bacterial aid

It has long been used as a mouth wash and as a skin cleanser because of its antibacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial fighting properties.

Safety Instructions

Avoid using Rosemary oil during pregnancy and/or if diagnosed with epilepsy or during periods of hypertension. Do not consume any essential oil internally unless directed by a medical health professional. The use of most essential oils is meant to be combined with 'carrier' oils such as coconut or other mild oils. If using directly on the skin, try a skin patch test first to confirm its safety or contact a health practitioner for instructions. Essential oils are also not meant for direct contact use with children. Direct consumption of Rosemary oil is not recommended.







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