AROMATHERAPY FOR STRESS RELIEF

Have you ever noticed how certain fragrances can evoke our emotions or have that calm, soothing effect on your nerve?

So what is aromatherapy? * Aromatherapy as the word ‘aroma’ suggests has to do with the sense of smell. * Whether it is grandma’s cooking or that familiar aftershave or the smell of a new car, scents affect in a uniquely profound way. * Aromatherapy is a alternative medicine that is used to balance your mind, your body and your senses. * Widely used in spa’s * This gentle and therapeutic art uses fragrances are captured into essential oils which positively affects a person’s physical, mental, and emotional health.

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we are constantly pushed to our limits with targets, deadlines, meetings, exams, reports, presentations.
Our multi-tasking life style can get our stress levels sky rocketing.
Thus leads to headaches, high blood pressure, disrupted sleep, memory loss and an increase risk for heart attack
Its draining on our immune system and messing with our liability to concentrate
Sore muscles, shallow breath and increased heart rate are all signs that we are under stress.
And so one way to relax and distress is by using the essential oils of aroma therapy.
Essential oils
Essential oils are naturally occurring substances found in different parts of plants. For example the blossom, fruit, leaf, stem, wood and bark also in roots and resins. * The fragrance in the oil stimulates nerves in the nose. * Those nerves send impulses to the brain that controls memory and emotions. * Depending on the type of oil the results on the body can be calming or stimulating. Examples of oils used to relieve stress are: Lemon oil - which has an uplifting feel and anti stress Lavender - which has calming effect perfect for when you want to de-stress Peppermint – is a mood lifter when ur feeling tired Rosemary - for sore and aching muscles Ylang ylang and grapefruit – for stress relief

Direction As a spray Mix a few drops of essential oil to water and use it to spray on yourself , around yourself, when in your room and on your sheets. Bath water A few drops in your bath, does wonders to soothe those aching muscles. Diffuser A few drops in a diffuser creates a soothing and calming ambience in your home. Inhalation A few drops in a bowl of hot water and inhale the vapour. Lotions
Essential oils can’t be used directly on skin, so you can use olive oil or coconut oil as a base with few drops of essential oil in it.

Conclusion

Aroma therapy can be an uplifting experience.

.As the saying goes “the nose knows”.

Finally here’s a tip:
Put a few drops of your favourite essential oil on a cotton ball and carry it with you, for when you need a quick boost of ‘aromatherapy on the go’

Thank you ladies and gentlemen.

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