Latest News On Essential Oils
Rising Recognition of Essential Oils as Medicine
Large companies are now realizing that people prefer natural home and body care products to artificial (and often dangerous) chemically manufactured items. Slogans on commercial and TV ads tout "Now, with essential oils." Yet, the use of essential oils as a form of medicinal therapy is still a relatively new concept in this modern era.
You have probably read at least one or two articles in magazines talking about essential oils and their heath supporting properties for such maladies as fungus, stress and in the cooler months for colds and influenza. That maybe all fine and well, but what might one do with this information? In the paragraphs below, we have selected a few applications that have been validated by the most recent science studies.
Anxiety
In the western world, the pace and occupational demands of modern life can be dizzying. A growing number of people are turning to pharmaceuticals for relief. Yet pharmaceuticals and their often hazardous side-effects are not the safest option. A 2010 study from Brazil found that Citrus sinensis, or sweet orange essential oil, was indeed a scientifically and medicinally sound form of reducing anxiety when tested on laboratory rats.
Such findings are medically significant and even noteworthy, but how can one apply this scientific study to practical use? A few suggestions might be the following: put some drops on a handkerchief and breathe the aroma when necessary or, at the end of a work day, add 4-6 drops of sweet orange oil to your bath water.
Supporting Healthy Microflora
Living in an intensely changing world, a growing percentage of the population is experiencing high levels of sustained anxiety and worry. Medical treatments for this disorder are commonly psychotropic drugs; however, long term use of pharmaceuticals is now being discouraged due to their side-effects. An alternative treatment may be warranted from the citrus family - Citrus sinensis or sweet orange. A 2010 study conducted in Brazil looked at the potential of sweet orange essential oil to reduce anxiety behaviors in lab animals. They found that this oil had significant anxiety reducing effects on tested rats.
Researchers from Australia published findings in 2009 on the value of using essential oils to treat disbiosis. Their study found that lavender, caraway and neroil were highly effective against the major disbiosis-causing intestinal microorganisms. What was impressive in this study was that these essential oils not only had significant impact on the pathogenic bacteria but also left the health-supporting microflora untouched.
To apply such findings, we recommend making a mixture of these oils in equal parts (3 drops each) and blend into a tablespoon of coconut oil. After each meal, dissolve a half teaspoon of the mixture in a warm liquid and drink it down. Save the mixture in a jar for subsequent meals.
Protecting Teeth from Decay
Brushing and flossing go hand in hand to maintain oral health. Bacteria not removed from this routine can form a slime covering known as a biofilm. Biofilm bacteria can cause a buildup of plaques which usually results in tooth decay and gum disease.
In September of 2009, the University of Bangkok, Thailand released findings that the essential oil of Ocimum americanum L. (American basil) was effective at reducing all tested adverse oral microorganisms, including those that formed biofilms.
To put this info to good use, place 1-2 drops of basil in a tablespoon of aloe vera gel and rub on your gums/teeth or swish a diluted solution in your mouth for 1-3 minutes. It is best to only use recommended amounts and not to use during pregnancy.
Conclusion
Latest research on essential oils supports the use in areas of oral, mental and intestinal support. A bridge between what has been found in science research and practical application is a growing aspect of aromatherapy. With each of our reviews, a practical application has been provided.
by: Tracy Waters
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