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Aromatherapy
Aroma: A quality that can be perceived
by the olfactory sense.
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Therapy: Healing power or quality.
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Aromatherapy: The use of
selected fragrant substances in lotions and inhalants in an effort to
affect mood and promote health.
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Aromatherapy is getting more and more popular as an alternate for treatment
of different ailments. It can encompass body, mind, and spirit.
Aromatherapy involves the use of pure essential oils extracted from
plants including their leaves, flowers and bark. Each essential oil
possesses different properties and smells and therefore affects the
body differently.
You can use
these essential oils to produce the desired results and affect your body,
mind and spirit in a beneficial way to help balance your life.
.
Relaxation - Lavender, Chamomile, Passion Flower, Lemon Balm
Depression - Bergamot, St. John's Wart, Basil, Lavender, Sandalwood
Anger - Ylang Ylang
Stimulation - Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Lime, Orange
There are many uses for the different essential oils and by making use of their aromatic properties you can benefit from their effects.
Aromatherapy Links
The Guide to Aromatherapy - A comprehensive site with a detailed introduction to Aromatherapy, descriptions of the different oils broken down alphabetically, a symptoms guide, and a glossary of Aromatherapy terms.
Aromatherapy: A Brief History - A good overview of the history of Aromatherapy.
Canada
The CFA - The Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists fosters continuing growth, quality and high standards of education and practice within the aromatherapy profession, and provides ongoing information about quality of aromatherapy products and services to the public.
BCAPA - Supporting all practicing Aromatherapists in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism while educating the public about the benefits of Aromatherapy.
International
NAHA - The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing public awareness of the benefits of true aromatherapy. (US)
AAJ - The Association engages in a variety of aromatherapy related activities, including providing the community with accurate information on aromatherapy. (Japan)
IFA - The International Federation of Aromatherapists (I.F.A.) is an organization especially for Aromatherapists and people interested in aromatherapy. (Australia Branch)
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