{"id":11843,"date":"2015-11-01T01:10:07","date_gmt":"2015-11-01T06:10:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/paganpages.org\/content\/?p=12433"},"modified":"2015-10-29T13:28:14","modified_gmt":"2015-10-29T18:28:14","slug":"aromatic-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/2015\/11\/01\/aromatic-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Aromatic Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

Aromatherapy<\/strong><\/p>\n

What is Aromatherapy?<\/strong>
\nAromatherapy uses essential oils extracted from natures flowers and herbs. They are used singley or in blends. The aroma is inhaled, and the oils mayb be applied to the skin, as well. The herbs\/flowers or combinations address specific disorders or needs. It appears the body is able to utilize the healing properties of the oils through the olfactory system of the body and so initiate the healing process. These illnesses maybe physical or emotional.<\/p>\n

Seasonal Aromatherapy<\/strong>
\nSeason’s are changing and it’s getting colder out. I thought I would share with you some aromatherapy tips on some seasonal disorders that you may find useful. These are mainly physical.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Nasal Inhaler<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
\nUse to inhale the vapors when you have a cold or sinus congestion.<\/p>\n

You’ll need<\/p>\n

rock salt
\n2 drops essential oil eucalyptus
\n2 drops essential oil rosemary
\n1 drop essential oil peppermint<\/p>\n

Put a few pieces of rock salt into a glass vial, add the drops.
\nThe salt will absorb the oils.<\/p>\n

Or Simply add the drops to a handkerchief to inhale.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Sinus Infection<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A compress with Peppermint oil relieves the symptoms of a sinus
\ninfection.<\/p>\n

Mix 5 drops of Peppermint oil in two cups of warm water.<\/p>\n

Lay a small cloth dampened with the mixture across your nose
\nand your cheekbones.<\/p>\n

Breathe deeply, keeping your eyes closed.<\/p>\n

 
\nWinter Skin Relief<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Here’s a blend for dry, rough and scaly skin.<\/p>\n

Lavender 4 drops
\nPatchouli 2 drops
\nSandalwood 4 drops<\/p>\n

Use in 1\/2 oz. of carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils<\/a>)<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Sore Throat<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
\nAt the first sign of a sore throat try this.<\/p>\n

DO NOT SWALLOW!!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dissolve 1\/2 teaspoon salt in warm water and add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil, stir well.<\/p>\n

DO NOT SWALLOW!!<\/span><\/strong>
\nGargle, repeat several times.<\/p>\n

 
\nFor Windburn Chapped Skin<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Mix 3 drops of Lavender or Chamomile in
\n1 Tablespoon Jojoba<\/p>\n

Apply to skin.<\/p>\n

 
\nWinter Protection<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Mix 20 drops of Sandalwood in 3 oz. of base oil.
\nSweet Almond, Grapeseed and Safflower oils are
\nsome to try.<\/p>\n

This blend is said to strengthen
\nthe immune system against colds and flu.<\/p>\n

Use as a massage oil.
\nMassage feet before bed, put on socks and go to sleep.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Sore Throat Gargle<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Just 1 drop of Cedarwood Atlas Cedrus atlantica,in 1\/2 cup water can be used as a sore throat gargle.<\/p>\n

Allergies with Sinusitis<\/p>\n

Allergies such as hay fever will often cause sinusitis.
\nA little Lavender gently massaged into the sinuses at
\neither side of the nose will help to clear the condition.
\nBe sure to dilute in a carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils<\/a>)<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Allergy FootBath<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Essential oils are easily absorbed through the feet
\ntherefore an aromatic footbath can be effective for
\nallergy related symptoms.
\nTry this blend for allergy relief symptoms<\/p>\n

1 drop Geranium
\n1 drop Rose
\n3 drops Lavender<\/p>\n

Combine with 2 Tablespoons Sea Salts.
\nAdd to a basin of tepid water.
\nSoak feet for 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

Use as a preventive during seasonal changes
\nwhen you expect allergy symptoms
\nHeadaches<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

When using essential oils for a headache,
\ntry inhalation from a tissue. This method
\noften works faster and better than massage.
\nOils to try are Lavender, Chamomile, Peppermint,
\nBasil and Rosemary.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Ravensara Oil<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Helpful for chronic fatigue.
\nAn essential oil which has a regulating effect
\nwhile energizing the immune system
\nand balancing the circulating immunoglobulins.
\nA very good expectorant, helpful for bronchitis.
\nGentle yet effective. Can be used on young and old alike.
\nCan be used neat or undiluted on the skin.
\nApply neat to cold sores.
\nA very powerful anti viral oil<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Muscle Cramp Rub<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Adding Tangerine to a massage oil will help to relax cramped muscles.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Fever<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Eucalyptus can effectively bring down a fever.<\/p>\n

Add 6 drops to a bowl of tepid water. Mix.<\/p>\n

Dampen several clothes in the water, wring out and apply to wrists, feet and forehead.<\/p>\n

Wipe down the rest of the body with one of the cloths.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Help Clear Sinuses and Ease Breathing<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

To help clear sinuses and ease breathing,
\nplace 1-2 drops of Sweet Marjoram oil on
\na handkerchief or tissue and inhale deeply.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Muscle, Nerve, & Joint Pain<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Eucalyptus oil is an effective analgesic and is
\noften used to relieve muscle, nerve and joint pain.
\nApply a massage oil to the affected area before a
\nwarm bath,then massage the area again after your bath.
\nYou can use a blend of Lavender and Eucalyptus for even
\nbetter results.
\nWhen massaging small areas like a shoulder you can
\ndouble the amount of essential oils used.
\nex. 20-30 drops per 1 oz. carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils<\/a>)<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Colds & Flus<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep this blend on hand for colds and flu.<\/p>\n

Blend together<\/p>\n

5 drops of Lavender
\n5 drops of Tea Tree
\n5 drops of Eucalyptus<\/p>\n

Store in an amber or cobalt bottle.<\/p>\n

When ready to use blend 5 drops in a teaspoon of
\nvegetable oil. Rub over swollen glands and neck area.<\/p>\n

May be applied once every hour.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

For Lowered Immunity<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Choose Rosewood when you want an immune stimulating oil
\nbut not an energizing one like Tea Tree.
\nRosewood is gentle, a very safe oil, a good oil for anyone with
\nlowered immunity. It is also helpful for chronic fatigue.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Upset Tummy<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Upset Tummy Aid<\/p>\n

7 drops Mandarin
\n4 drops Ginger
\n4 drops Peppermint<\/p>\n

Add to 1 oz. carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils<\/a>)
\nMassage on tummy as needed.
\nTry inhaling directly from the bottle.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

These are just some recipes to help you get through the season changes. \u00a0Remember sometimes just burning a smelly candle helps sooth the senses. \u00a0 Share some of your seasonal recipes with us!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Aromatherapy What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy uses essential oils extracted from natures flowers and herbs. They are used singley or in blends. The aroma is inhaled, and the oils mayb be applied to the skin, as well. The herbs\/flowers or combinations address specific disorders or needs. It appears the body is able to utilize the healing properties of the oils through the olfactory system of the body and so initiate the healing process. These illnesses maybe physical or emotional. Seasonal Aromatherapy Season’s are changing and it’s getting colder out. I thought I would share with you some aromatherapy tips on some seasonal disorders that you may find useful. These are mainly physical.   Nasal Inhaler Use to inhale the vapors when you have a cold or sinus congestion. You’ll need rock salt 2 drops essential oil eucalyptus 2 drops essential oil rosemary 1 drop essential oil peppermint Put a few pieces of rock salt into a glass vial, add the drops. The salt will absorb the oils. Or Simply add the drops to a handkerchief to inhale.   Sinus Infection A compress with Peppermint oil relieves the symptoms of a sinus infection. Mix 5 drops of Peppermint oil in two cups of warm water. Lay a small cloth dampened with the mixture across your nose and your cheekbones. Breathe deeply, keeping your eyes closed.   Winter Skin Relief Here’s a blend for dry, rough and scaly skin. Lavender 4 drops Patchouli 2 drops Sandalwood 4 drops Use in 1\/2 oz. of carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils)   Sore Throat At the first sign of a sore throat try this. DO NOT SWALLOW!! Dissolve 1\/2 teaspoon salt in warm water and add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil, stir well. DO NOT SWALLOW!! Gargle, repeat several times.   For Windburn Chapped Skin Mix 3 drops of Lavender or Chamomile in 1 Tablespoon Jojoba Apply to skin.   Winter Protection Mix 20 drops of Sandalwood in 3 oz. of base oil. Sweet Almond, Grapeseed and Safflower oils are some to try. This blend is said to strengthen the immune system against colds and flu. Use as a massage oil. Massage feet before bed, put on socks and go to sleep.   Sore Throat Gargle Just 1 drop of Cedarwood Atlas Cedrus atlantica,in 1\/2 cup water can be used as a sore throat gargle. Allergies with Sinusitis Allergies such as hay fever will often cause sinusitis. A little Lavender gently massaged into the sinuses at either side of the nose will help to clear the condition. Be sure to dilute in a carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils)   Allergy FootBath Essential oils are easily absorbed through the feet therefore an aromatic footbath can be effective for allergy related symptoms. Try this blend for allergy relief symptoms 1 drop Geranium 1 drop Rose 3 drops Lavender Combine with 2 Tablespoons Sea Salts. Add to a basin of tepid water. Soak feet for 15 minutes. Use as a preventive during seasonal changes when you expect allergy symptoms Headaches When using essential oils for a headache, try inhalation from a tissue. This method often works faster and better than massage. Oils to try are Lavender, Chamomile, Peppermint, Basil and Rosemary.     Ravensara Oil Helpful for chronic fatigue. An essential oil which has a regulating effect while energizing the immune system and balancing the circulating immunoglobulins. A very good expectorant, helpful for bronchitis. Gentle yet effective. Can be used on young and old alike. Can be used neat or undiluted on the skin. Apply neat to cold sores. A very powerful anti viral oil   Muscle Cramp Rub Adding Tangerine to a massage oil will help to relax cramped muscles.   Fever Eucalyptus can effectively bring down a fever. Add 6 drops to a bowl of tepid water. Mix. Dampen several clothes in the water, wring out and apply to wrists, feet and forehead. Wipe down the rest of the body with one of the cloths.   Help Clear Sinuses and Ease Breathing To help clear sinuses and ease breathing, place 1-2 drops of Sweet Marjoram oil on a handkerchief or tissue and inhale deeply.   Muscle, Nerve, & Joint Pain Eucalyptus oil is an effective analgesic and is often used to relieve muscle, nerve and joint pain. Apply a massage oil to the affected area before a warm bath,then massage the area again after your bath. You can use a blend of Lavender and Eucalyptus for even better results. When massaging small areas like a shoulder you can double the amount of essential oils used. ex. 20-30 drops per 1 oz. carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils)   Colds & Flus Keep this blend on hand for colds and flu. Blend together 5 drops of Lavender 5 drops of Tea Tree 5 drops of Eucalyptus Store in an amber or cobalt bottle. When ready to use blend 5 drops in a teaspoon of vegetable oil. Rub over swollen glands and neck area. May be applied once every hour.   For Lowered Immunity Choose Rosewood when you want an immune stimulating oil but not an energizing one like Tea Tree. Rosewood is gentle, a very safe oil, a good oil for anyone with lowered immunity. It is also helpful for chronic fatigue.   Upset Tummy Upset Tummy Aid 7 drops Mandarin 4 drops Ginger 4 drops Peppermint Add to 1 oz. carrier oil. (Find out about Carrier Oils) Massage on tummy as needed. Try inhaling directly from the bottle.   These are just some recipes to help you get through the season changes. \u00a0Remember sometimes just burning a smelly candle helps sooth the senses. \u00a0 Share some of your seasonal recipes with us!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11843","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11843","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11843"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11843\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11288,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11843\/revisions\/11288"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11843"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11843"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11843"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}