Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has become a well used term that is defined
as:
The use of pure, therapeutic grade essential oils to facilitate the health of body, mind and spirit, creating balance.
Therefore,
aromatherapy is a holistic therapy which has ancient roots and can be
dated as far back as 5000 years ago. Many advanced civilizations such
as Egypt, China, India and Greece had acquired great knowledge of
aromatic materials and their benefits. Therapy by plants was used
extensively in medicine, pharmacy, and beauty products, massage and in
spiritual or sacred rituals.
Essential oils permeated every
aspect of daily life in the ancient world and upon its resurgence in
the 20th century has quickly become the treatment of choice in the
holistic remedy realm.
Why Aromatherapy?
It is an all
encompassing treatment which incorporate the senses of touch and smell.
The pleasurable scents of the oils work to relieve stress, and comfort
the mind, balance emotions and treat numerous physical ailments. Add in
soothing massage and hot muscle relaxing baths, which are regular
recommendations in the aromatherapy treatment and its no wonder why
people would choose this powerful modality of healing.
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