10 Best Essential Oils
There can be something relaxing about an aroma, much like a soothing familiar song. Using our senses to help our health has been practiced for centuries and is regaining popularity. Not everything requires a pill or procedure… maybe just a moment to relax and take in a pleasant aroma. Each person is unique and has different physical / mental / spiritual needs. Engaging the person and understanding those needs are critical to success. The 10 best essential oils will differ among people but this article highlights ten that are commonly useful.
Essential oils, the best friend to both diffusers and stress relief, are the aromatic compounds found in nature (plants, tree bark, seeds), and presented by brands as a cureall. The oils come in a variety of forms, from body oils to liquids, but their main purpose is to improve an individual’s well-being through aromatherapy. Studies have found that aromatherapy—or um, smelling things—has the potential to reduce anxiety, stress, and insomnia.
But, do they really work? The short answer is yes. We asked Pamela Dalton, a cognitive psychologist from the Monell Chemical Senses center, if using essential oils could help solve all our 2018 problems. “Yes, any essential oil or fragrance can act as an aromatherapy agent,” explained Dalton. “What is required is that the person finds the scent pleasant and associates it with an emotional state that they wish to be invoked, such as relaxation or invigoration.”
However, Dalton notes that what works for one individual might not work for another. “Aromatherapy is effective, but in my experience there are no prescriptions that work for everyone,” says Dalton. “It’s far better to find what works for you.” That’s another way of saying there’s a huge psychosomatic aspect to essential oil usage, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
For more information please see the original article: The 10 Best Essential Oils For Anxiety, Stress, and Insomnia
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