Health and Healing Didn’t Start with a Prescription
These days, a visit to the doctor’s office may end with nothing more than a scribbled prescription and advice to come back if things get worse – but that hasn’t always been the case. Hippocrates, the celebrated Greek physician and “Father of Medicine,” used to recommend ample rest, soothing aromatherapy baths, and scented massage for a variety of ailments.
Natural Health on the Rise
Today, interest in aromatherapy is flourishing as people seek out more natural, noninvasive alternatives – or complements – to conventional Western medicine. They’re discovering that essential oils not only smell beautiful, but have very powerful therapeutic applications. In fact, the antiseptic, antiviral, antidepressant, and antifungal properties of many essential oils are legendary.
For instance, eucalyptus essential oil can be used to clear a cough, geranium essential oil can ease menopausal symptoms, and lavender can effectively heal burns. As people explore more holistic approaches to healthcare, they’re realizing that aromatherapy meets many of their common needs.
The wonderful thing about aromatherapy is that it’s noninvasive. In fact, it is most powerful when used externally through massage, aromatic baths, and steam inhalation.* In contrast, conventional drugs are often taken orally and come with manuals detailing countless side effects.
Healing Simplicity with Versatility
Essential oils are also incredibly versatile. Have a headache? You could address it with any number of oils, including lavender, peppermint, rosemary, and even chamomile. And while a variety of oils can be used for a specific ailment, the inverse is also true: a single oil can address a variety of ailments. For instance, lavender not only helps with headaches, it can also heal burns, stave off scarring, and deter mosquitoes and moths.
Paired with healthy lifestyle habits and a dose of common sense, aromatherapy can work wonders for your body and your soul. We invite you to explore our website and discover essential oils and aromatherapy products to help you enjoy more vibrant health and wellbeing.
*Note: While some essential oils can be taken internally, we definitely DO NOT recommend doing this without a trained physician or aromatherapist to guide and advise you. Remember that as little as 15 mL of any essential oil can be fatal.