Essential Oil Education

When the dreaded diagnosis of cancer is given, there are complementary treatments which can assist someone in the return to full health. Essential oils are mixtures of hundreds of different compounds which served to protect and keep the cells healthy in plants. Many of these compounds can help humans fight disease, repel invading organisms and promote health. In fact, some anti-cancer drugs were derived from plants.

What Can Essential Oils Do For Someone Receiving Cancer Treatments?

Cancers exist in an acid state and therefore have a very low vibrational frequency. Essential oils surrender to acid creating an alkaline state and thus increase the frequency of the body as well as bring more oxygen to the blood. Essential oils can bolster immune system function and enhance one’s ability to fight off disease. They can provide comfort, improve well-being, reduce fatigue or provide greater energy. They can improve mental clarity and assist with overall stress management and well-being.

PS: want to know which oils are helpful for fighting cancer? Join our ISHA Virtual Aromatherapy Circle where weekly we discuss essential oils with issues like cancer treatment, oils that are helpful for respiratory, digestive, cardiac, musculoskeletal and hormonal and endocrine issues. To join, go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com and click on the healing store where you can sign up for our monthly circle.

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Tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) is a traditional remedy with a history of native use in Polynesia and Southeast Asia. Only in the past few years has tamanu oil begun to penetrate the European and US Markets, primarily in the cosmetic sectors. This oil has actually been studied in hospitals and by researchers in Europe, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It shows that tamanu is a significant topical healing agent with skin healing, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

Tamanu is not an essential oil but can be used as a carrier oil or as a healing oil for the skin by itself. It comes from a nut which has to ripen on a rack for a month or so until it turns a deep, chocolate brown and becomes sticky with a rich oil. At this point, the oil can simply be pressed out into a rich, greenish-amber, and luxurious oil.

Tamanu has lots of healing abilities. It is good for accelerating wound healing and promoting the growth of healthy skin. ity is considered a traditional topical first aid for cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites and stings, abrasions, acne and acne scars, psoriasis, diabetic sores, anal fissures, sunburn, dry or scaly skin, blisters, eczema, herpes sores and to reduce foot and body odor. The oil also possesses significant pain-relieving properties, and has been used traditionally to relieve neuralgia, rheumatism and sciatica.

PS: Want to know more about healing oils and how to take care of your body holistically? Go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com to find out how you can take courses throughout the United States on essential oils and various carrier oilsike tamanu.

If you looked at the chemistry of myrrh essential oil you would guess that it is phototoxic because it has furanoid compounds which are known to cause phototoxicity. But on the contrary, the Ancient Egyptians used myrrh oil liberally on their skin to protect against the harsh desert sun.

Myrrh Oil Was One of the First Essential Oil Medicines

What is the secret ingredient in the chemistry that makes it possible for myrrh oil to be considered a sunscreen? It’s the sesquiterpenes which quench the furanoids. In fact myrrh was their secret to soft, supple skin even in this hot climate. The fact that the sesquiterpenes quenched the phototoxic effects is an example of synergy where the effects of one compound can change the behavior of another, making it behave.

Myrrh oil can help you have a safe time in the sun this summer. So don’t forget your sunscreen! it’s best if you dilute it 20-80 with a good vegetable oil and then gently rub it on your face, hands, arms–anywhere you want sun protection.

PS: Want to know how you can get therapeutic grade myrrh oil that is not only safe to use but meets all of the standards set by the French Masters? Go to http://www.YoungLiving.com/HTSMsmith to order yours today.

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I am attending the American Holistic Nurses Association’s annual conference, an organization that I have been a member of for the past 21 years. Through the years I have seen a gradual opening to  researching and embracing new forms of holistic health care  in the nursing field. Nurses are advocates for patient care and in a holistic nursing approach–for health care that addresses the whole person–body/mind/spirit. Essential oils in the form of aromatherapy education is a perfect match for holistic nurses interested in non-pharmcological approaches. Why? Nurses more than any other professional on the health care team see the results of drugs and surgery and how often they cause multiple side effects and complications. Can nature in the form of essential oils hold out a better approach? Many believe this to be true.

How Can Essential Oils Broaden a Holistic Nursing Practice?

Infections–many essential oils are known to be most effective (95% in the research) for infections of all kinds including MRSA. The pharmaceutical companies probably do not want the public to known this statistic.

Rest and relaxation–many essential oils have chemical properties that aid in sleep and decrease in stress related symptoms. Just look at the chemistry of lavender, Roman Chamomile, Valerian, and blends like Peace and Calming, Harmony, and RutaVaLa.

Pain Relief–a major problem in hospitals is pain associated either with disease processes or with the interventions of medical care. Drugs are often prescribed which can cause more harm than good. Essential oils may not work as “fast” as pharmacologic drugs but they will work. For muscle and bone pain, look at the action of marjoram, lavender, wintergreen, peppermint, cypress, Idaho tansy, Mt. savory, or blends like Aroma Siez, Deep Relief, and Valor.

Wound Healing–many essential oils have been found to be healing to skin, even for deep wounds. Look at Spikenard, helichrysum, rose, frankincense, myrrh, styrax benzoin, galbanum, Roman and German Chamomiles, Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) and Rosaline (Melaleuca ericifolia), and blends like Melrose, Thieves, and Purification.

Sinus Congestion and pain–many times people cannot sleep well because their sinuses are plugged or the drugs they have taken have caused inflammation and congestion. Essential oils like peppermint, Eucalyptus globulus and Eucalyptus radiata can help. Also look at basil known to clean off the receptor sites on the nasal mucosal cells, and blends like Purification, Raven and R.C.

These are but a few ways that nurses in clinical settings can aid the well being of others.

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Headaches are a common symptom of fibromyalgia. In fact, more than 50% of people whith fibromyalgia suffer from constant headaches or migraines. There are a number of interesting theories as to why people with fibromyalgia suffer from so many headaches. Many of these theories rest on the the idea that the same dysfunction that causes fibromyalgia also causes migraine headaches.

Some Causes Incude:

• Sleep Disorders
• TMJ disorder
• Low levels of serotonin
• Low levels of magnesium

Headaches can make fibromyalgia pain much more intesnse. They tend to increase fatigue, making pain much more difficult to tolerate. 36% of fibromyalgia sufferers with chronic migraines experience greater levels of depression and pain in their illness.

How Can Essential Oils Relieve Headaches Associated with Fibromyalgia?

You can use lavender, marjoram, petitgrain, Roman and German Chamomile, clary sage, lemongrass, helichrysum, peppermint, ginger and black pepper. Also try other anti-inflammatory oils like nutmeg, balsam fir, white fir, and wintergreen. There are a number of blends I have found helpful for those with fibromyalgia headaches: PanAway, Relieve It, ImmuPower and Ortho Ease massage oil. You can boost the power of these oil blends by layering peppermint on top.

Fibromyalgia is indeed a debilitating disease brought on by a toxic liver. Cleaning up the body is the first step by to health and many supplements that have essential oils in them can help.

How to Uses the Oils:

You can diffuse them, rub them neat on the neck, temples, forehead, you can dilute them for a body massage, use them in a soothing bath. Some of these oils can be taken internally but I would adivse first learning more about the individual oil, its chemistry and its healing properties.

PS: Want to know more about treating the body with essential oils for health and wellness? Go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com to learn about our educational offerings throughout the United States. We offer classes in aromatherapy that lead to a national certification.

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Complementary medicine actually holds more promise for fibromyalgia sufferers than traditional allopathic medicine. This is a disease that affects body/mind/spirit and needs to be treated as such. The benefits of complementary medicine is actually the fact that it does not include pharamaceutical interventioins or surgery which both have serious side effects and do nothing for this problem. Energy medicine which can include many modalities and aromatherapy can decrease and even eliminate most symptoms.

What are some symptoms of fibromyalgia?

Widespread pain, dizziness, morning stiffness, sleep disorders, TMJ problems, skin complaints, depression,myofascial pain, weather changes, chronic headaches, multiple chemical sensitivities, chest symptoms, dysmenorrhea, muscle twitches and weakness, fatigue, urinary and pelvic problems, cold symptoms, “fibrofog,” vision problems, weight gain and anxiety.

What Causes Fibromyalgia?

We now know that one of the main causes of fibromyalgia is an acid condition in the body. Besides doing a gut and liver cleanse, you can help your body by alkalinizing your system. Lemon essential oil can help. Try putting a few drops of lemon oil in your water and drinking only lemon water. Next, look at your symptoms and use essential oils for each symptom.

For pain Relief: lavender, marjoram, petitgrain, Roman and German chamomile, clary sage, lemongrass, helichrysum, peppermint, ginger and black pepper. Lavender with peppermint and helichrysum creates an anti-inflammatory synergy. Other anti-inflammatory oils include nutmeg, balsam fir, white fir, and wintergreen.

For Stress/Anxiety Relief: Rose, frankincense, clary sage, sweet orange, bergamot, grapefruit, ylang ylang, sandalwood, neroli, marjoram, petitgrain, mandarin, lavender, geranium, tangerine, jasmine.

For Peaceful Sleep: Lavender, neroli, jasmine, marjoram, Roman chamomile.

For a Feeling of Harmony and Safety: Frankincense, lavender, rose, mandarin, neroli, helichrysum.

For Headaches: Lavender, peppermint, marjoram, basil, Roman chamomile.

For Increased Circulation: Rosemary, ginger, black pepper, peppermint, lemongrass, geranium.

PS: Want to learn more about essential oils and how they can help you stay healthy and in balance? Then go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com and check out our educational offerings in aromatherapy.

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We know that many of our cosmetics are not good for us since they contain many petrochemicals, so how can essential oils help us to have a really good complexion? First step is is to throw away your cosmetics–unless they are completely natural. Many essential oils are actually very good for the skin but need to be diluted for the best effect. Which oils should we use?  for the epidermis, look at the top of a plant–the flower or the fruit. Oils good for skin care include orange, bergamot, jasmine, neroli and lavender.  These oils seem to be more effective for acute conditions or those concerns that have recently appeared.

What about the middle layer of the skin–the dermis. This layer responds well to essential oils extracted from the leaves and foliage of a plant. Examples include geranium, rosemary and tea tree. These oils are good for reducing inflammation, balancing and maintaining skin healing.

Now for the deeper structures in skin we would look at oils that are extracted from the roots, resins and woods. Some suggestions include sandalwood, cedarwood, frankincense and myrrh. These essential oils provide stability and strength to the subcutaneous layer. Often chronic conditions respond well to these oils and can strengthen the skin from deeper layers. These are some of the oils suggested for mature skin or damaged skin.

PS: Want to learn more about how you can use essential oils to heal your body? The Institute of Spiritual Healing and Aromatherapy is offering a Virual Aromatherapy Circle (club) that addresses many health issues and how essential oils can bring us into balance and restore health. Become a member and receive weekly teleseminars and periodic ebooks on interesting topics of concern. Go to Http://www.ISHAhealing.com and visit our healing store to sign up today.

Copal or Copaiba is an amazing essential oil that comes from the jungles of Brazil. It is from the plant Copaifera reticulata. Copal is the only essential oil which is not steam distilled – it’s tapped sustainably from the heartwood of the tree, so it’s still “living” when it is extracted! It’s never been sold in the USA until now. Copal has similar properties to helichrysum, melissa, and neroli oils. It is one of the most powerful essential oils studied for inflammation – twice as strong as wintergreen, yet is gentle on the skin. In a peer review paper in France, Copal was listed as the second most powerful oil against inflammation (second only to Myrrh resin).

There are many varieties of Copal, however there is only one variety which is powerful – that’s the one comprising 60% of the anti-inflammatory sesquiterpene called “beta caryophyllene.” Other varieties of Copal only have 9% beta caryophyllene, so they don’t have the same anti-inflammatory action. There is only one other essential oil which has anywhere near 60% beta caryophyllene, and that’s Clove oil…but because of clove oil’s numbing properties, it’s not always appropriate to use. Copal is therefore more versatile. 

 PS: Want to know how to get copal oil? Go to http://www.Youngliving.com/HTSMsmith to purchase a bottle. It’s fragrance is very soft yet this is a very powerful oil.

PSS: Become an aromatherapist so that you too can be knowledgeable about the healing properties of essential oils and how they can help you balance your health physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com to find out how you can take courses about these healing plants.

Clary sage (Salvia sclarea) has a very complex chemistry like many other essential oils. Only clary sage’s chemistry has as molecule that makes it ”hormone-like” meaning it can certainly help peri and menopausal symptoms. It is probably the most well known essential oil for treating hormone imbalances. In fact it has a “euphoric” effect. Perhaps that’s why the German beer makers used to throw clary sage in with their hops when they brewed their beer. It’s also “loco” weed and that’s why ranchers don’t want their cows to get into clary sage!

The compound that makes all the difference is a diterpene alcohol called sclareol which give it the estrogen-like effect on the body. It’s considered a good uterine tonic, helps with amenorrhea, hot flashes, post-natal depression, panic attacks, impotence, and frigidity. It can get rid of monthly bloat,  regulate the menses, and balance the endocrine system including the pituitary and pancreas making it helpful with diabetes.

How Should You Use This Oil?

I would start by using it topically on the soles of the feet–a few drops twice a day. If that does not control the symptoms, just remember that clary sage has a wide safety factor–you could apply it over the ovaries or rub it on the belly. If that works there is no need to take this oil internally. But if it does not control your peri and menopausal symptoms, then consider putting a few drops in a vegetable capsule and taking it internally once or twice a day. Always start conservatively then gradually increase the number of drops just until your symptoms disappear. Avoid using clary sage during pregnancy and in certain hormone-related cancers because of its hormone-like properties.

PS: Want to learn more about the effects of essential oils on the body? Consider becoming a certified clinical aromatherapist. Go to http://www.ISHAhealing.com to find out how you can add this certification to your credentials.

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I’m on my way to New Jersey where I will meet more than forty students who are eagerly awaiting the third and final course in our certification in clinical aromatherapy program. This is a 240 hour course in all which means the students will have done a research project, read five books, completed homework booklets and taken two exams. It’s an extensive program that covers anatomy and physiology, science including organic chemistry and vibrational frequencies of the oils, safety and toxicity of oils, assessment, business principles, ethics and standards of practice, botany and of course the ancient and modern uses of over 55 essential oils.

Why Study Essential Oils?

The number one reason is your health! Essential oils are nature’s medicines and are far safer than pharmaceutical drugs which all carry some form of side effects. Nature’s medicines are living substances and carry a complex chemistry found only in nature. Drugs are inert, created in a chemistry lab with very simple chemistries. There may be times when drugs are useful on a short-term basis but used over time will produce harmful effects on the body.

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