What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy, the practice of using essential oils for therapeutic purposes, has been around for centuries. In recent years there has been a growing interest in the science behind this ancient practice. By blending aromatherapy and science we can discover all the benefits essential oils have on human health. How Does Aromatherapy Work?…
How To Sleep Better Have you heard of sleep hygiene? It’s basically a healthy routine that you perform before bed to ensure you fall asleep quickly and stay asleep throughout the night. A good night’s sleep is achievable with just a few simple tweaks to your nightly routine. The Power of Routine: Our bodies crave…
Comparing fragrance oils with essential oils Fragrance oils and essential oils serve different functions and have distinct characteristics. In the table below we explore the differences between the two types of scented oils. Fragrance Oils Essential Oils Purpose To provide aroma and scent To promote health and well-being Properties Typically used for their pleasant fragrance…
What Are Essential Oils Made Of? Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts that capture the essence of a plant’s aroma and therapeutic properties. These complex mixtures of chemical compounds are extracted from various parts of the plant, including: Roots: Ginger, vetiver, valerian Seeds: Fennel, cumin, coriander Fruit: Orange, lemon, grapefruit Stems: Geranium, rose, peppermint…
Where did aromatherapy begin? Throughout history there has been evidence of humans trading and using essential oils, not only for their aroma but also for their health benefits and healing properties. The knowledge of distillation techniques to extract essential oils from plants has been passed from ancient Egypt, the Middle East and ancient Greece, through…
Have you been searching for a natural and effective way to prevent biting insects from landing on you? Essential oils are the found inside the cells of plants and are used by the plant for protection against pests and also to attract pollinators. You can consider essential oils to be part of the immune system…
The respiratory tract of humans, and other animals, is separated into two sections based on the position and function of the organs involved. The main difference between your upper and lower respiratory tract is that your upper respiratory tract mainly controls the transfer of air to the lower respiratory tract while the lower respiratory tract is mainly involved…
