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Aromatherapy: stress relief

November 21, 7:05 PMGreenville Natural Health ExaminerCynthia Allen
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Essentials oils for stress relief
Essentials oils for stress relief
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Feeling stressed out? No need to worry, everyone feels stress at some point in their lives. Maybe it is because of everyday stress such as work, kids, and your spouse or maybe you have experienced an extreme form of stress such as a death in the family or even mental health issues. There is hope and aromatherapy is your answer.


Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses plant compounds to make essential oils for improving your mood and even your health.


There are many ways to use essential oils to relieve stress. The main ways are by inhaling the oils vapor or by absorbing the oils through your skin during a massage.
Here are some of the different stress relieving essential oils and their benefits.
 


Basil: enthusiasm and mental fatigue


Cedarwood: mental strain, anxiety, and worry


Lavender: fatigue, depression, and anxiety


Lemongrass: panic, stress, concentration, and focus


Orange: burnout and anxiety


Rosemary: strain, overwork, fatigue, and lethargy



Aromatherapy is a safe and effective way to help to reduce stress. Please remember that if you have a serious illness, are pregnant or nursing check with your physician to make sure that aromatherapy is the right choice for you.


Therefore, the next time stress enters your life, take a moment for yourself and enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy.
 

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