‘Tis the Holiday Season! Many of us find this time of year very busy and perhaps even stressful … yet the holiday season begs us to slow down, to take a deep breath and appreciate the scents of the season. Aromatherapy uses quality essential oils to encourage relaxation, balance and rejuvenation, with some scents and […]
Continue ReadingNovember 2010
Aromatherapy for Foot Care QUESTION I am fairly active and on my feet – a lot! They and my calves often ache. My feet tend to be dry, I have some callouses and I get occasional episodes of athlete’s foot. I am in good health and do not take medications. Can you provide some aromatherapy […]
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In the Kitchen with Aromatherapy Question I have just moved and I have a lovely kitchen. The cupboards are wood, and as this is the first time I’ve had wood finished cabinetry I don’t know how to polish them. I usually use a lemon or orange based commercial polish on furniture, but really have a […]
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Aromatherapy for Digestive Gas Question “I have been searching for an answer for my stomach problems for a couple years. I have come across essential oils and have a question. I want to use an essential oil to help get rid of gas. I have been really bloated and read that juniper and cumin help […]
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Aromatherapy and Menopausal Skin Care QUESTION: “I’ve been menopausal for the last few years and have noticed some skin changes. Recently I developed a sensitivity to the products I have regularly been using and have an itchy, reddened, slightly bumpy rash around my nose. Do you have any suggestions on how I can reduce the […]
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ESSENTIAL OILS TO REPEL MOSQUITOES QUESTION Help! Mosquitoes love me! I don’t want to put regular insect repellents on my skin and wearing long sleeves, pants, socks and shoes in the heat of the summer is NOT an option. Are there essential oils I can use? ANSWER I hear you loud and clear! Mosquitoes love […]
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Aromatherapy for Pet Grooming and Flea Control QUESTION: “I have 2 cats and 1 dog and would like to incorporate the use of essential oils into their grooming. What is the best way to do that? What oils would you recommend? Also, what would be the best oils to use on them during the flea/tick […]
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AROMATHERAPY FOR CHILDREN’S GROWING PAINS Question ‘About once a month my 4 year old son wakes in the night crying and complaining of pain in his knees. I usually rub and massage them for a while but it takes him a long time to get back to sleep with the discomfort and he ends up […]
Continue ReadingHealthy Home Ask the Aromatherapist April 2010
QUESTION I really enjoyed your March 2010 Ask the Aromatherapist about using natural ingredients and quality essential oils for a naturally clean and healthy home. Do you have suggestions that I could use for my children’s bedrooms and playroom? ANSWER My children are full-grown thirty-something year olds but as Nana to a very busy five-year […]
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QUESTION I really enjoyed your March 2010 Ask the Aromatherapist about using natural ingredients and quality essential oils for a naturally clean and healthy home. Do you have suggestions that I could use for my children’s bedrooms and playroom? ANSWER My children are full-grown thirty-something year olds but as Nana to a very busy five-year […]
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