Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oil from herbs, flowers and other plants. Healthcare professionals use essential oils to help treat a variety of conditions, including headaches, insomnia, immune-system support, insect bites and other skin conditions.Some popular essential oils to treat various conditions include:
Lavender, which is used to alleviate anxiety, depression and grief, and to treat sleep problems.
Bergamot, which is used to alleviate depression and anxiety, for sleep disturbances and as a pain reliever.
Lemon, which is used to treat colds and flu and to increase alertness.
Eucalyptus, which is used to treat sinusitis or muscle pain.
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Essential oils can provide a variety of health benefits. In fact these amazing oils can provide support for all systems within the body:
- Immune system
- Digestive function
- Kidney function
- Healthy heart muscle function
- Relax muscles
- Lung function
- Joint and cartilage function
- Healthy bone structure
