Using Essential Oils for Health and Healing...

Essential Oils have drawn much interest from the general population over the years.  However these oils were used thousands of years ago in Chinese, Greek, Egyptian and Biblical medicine.  They continue to be used in many ways with adults, children, pets and aging parents.

In looking at Essential Oils, it is also important to look at the companies that are selling the oils.
From The Truth About Cancer (www.thetruthaboutcancer.com):

"The phytochemical (plant chemicals) make-up of an oil can vary from plant to plant, even on the same farm. Growing conditions, harvesting methods, and even the time of day that the plant is harvested can have an effect on the phytochemical content of an oil.

It is also important to underscore the need to ensure that your essential oils, particularly if you are using them for regaining your health, come from a reputable company.

Make sure the essential oils you purchase are organically grown. Be sure that the company knows how to properly distill each of the oils they sell, and that they do not use chemicals during the extraction process. A good essential oil company will also check each essential oil batch using gas chromatography to ensure that each batch has the proper phytochemical constituents. Don’t just rely on a label that says “pure.” These days, that just isn’t good enough."

To look at some of the oils and their benefits, here is a basic list to start with in your research:

1.  Lavender-used to relieve stress, reduce inflammation, help with depression

2.  Eucalyptus-used for migraines, respiratory and bacterial infections

3.  Chamomile-has antibacterial properties and can reduce inflammation and chronic pain

4.  Bergamot-used for stress, anxiety, depression and fatigue

5.  Peppermint-sharpen your focus and boost your energy

Will be adding more information to this in the coming days with ways to use Essential Oils, a further list of oils and more.

Wishing you the best always,

Colleen :-)