Essential Oils Aromatherapy: 16 Picked Essential Oils for your kitchen to Boost your Health and increase your energy level

By Eric Peterson

16 Picked Essential Oils for your kitchen to Boost your Health and increase your energy level

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Eric Peterson
• Release date: Sep 18, 2020
• ISBN: 9784131279146

Eric Peterson

Eric Neal Peterson, stage, film and television actor is recognized as one of the early pioneers of the collective theatre movement in Canada during the 1970s. In 1976, he began working with John MacLachlan Gray, a playwright/director and fellow alumnus from Tamahnous Theatre, to create his most critically successful work, Billy Bishop Goes to War, a two-man show (Gray appeared as the narrator and pianist) in which he played more than a dozen characters. He is also recognized for his roles in three major Canadian series – Street Legal, Corner Gas and This is Wonderland.

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Essential Oils Aromatherapy

16 Picked Essential Oils for your kitchen to Boost your Health and increase your energy level

By Eric Peterson

Essential Oils, Cosmetology

Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading the book, Essential Oils Aromatherapy: 16 Picked Essential Oils for your kitchen to Boost your Health and increase your energy level.

Brief Definition of Essential Oils

Essential oils are highly concentrated, natural plant-based aromatic fluids that offer a wealth of benefits when used safely in aromatherapy, skincare, Personal care, spiritual and other wellness and Mindfulness applications. Essential oils, contrary to the use of the word oil, are not really oily-feeling at all. Most essential oils are clear, but some oils such as blue tansy, patchouli, orange and lemongrass are amber, yellow, green or even dark blue in color. They are produced by steam or water distillation from the leaves, wood, petals, buds, needles, bark or roots of aromatic botanicals such as Lavender, Rosemary, Cedarwood, Rose, Peppermint and Cypress. While most essential oils are water or hydro distilled, citrus essential oils are either cold pressed or steam distilled from the rinds (peels) of citrus fruits.

Aromatic oils that are not specifically produced by either steam or hydro distillation (or cold pressed in the case of citrus rind oils) are not considered and should not be referred to as essential oils. They are highly concentrated, and a little goes a long way. Although they are natural and most smell wonderful, it is important to learn about and respect essential oil safety. Essential oils are highly beneficial and effective when used carefully and with realistic expectations. However, improper use of essential oils can be harmful. They are Not the Same as Perfume Oils or Fragrance Oils where essential oils are derived directly from natural botanicals, perfume oils and fragrance oils contain artificial substances and do not offer the therapeutic benefits that essential oils offer.

An Introduction to the Benefits of Essential Oils

The natural chemical* composition and aroma of essential oils can provide valuable psychological and physical therapeutic benefits. These benefits are usually achieved through methods that include inhalation and topical application of the diluted essential oil to the skin.

*Essential oils are comprised of naturally occurring chemicals. The composition of 100% pure Lavender Essential Oil, for example, includes Linalyl acetate and Linalol. Some individuals who are new to working with essential oils can become confused and frightened when the word chemical is used in conjunction to essential oils. Pure essential oils are not adulterated with additives of any kind. However, pure essential oils are indeed comprised of naturally occurring chemicals, also sometimes referred to as constituents. When left undiluted or not diluted adequately, essential oils can pose a risk of sensitization or irritation when applied topically. When not properly diluted, some can also be phototoxic. Prior to topical application, essential oils are first diluted with a carrier oil such as jojoba, sweet almond oil or apricot kernel oil.

Careful inhalation can also provide therapeutic benefit as the essential oil molecules enter the lungs and are absorbed into the bloodstream. Methods of inhalation include the use of diffusers, inhalers and aromatic jewelry. Essential Oils are usually sold for individual use in very small bottles. Essential oils can vary greatly in quality and price. Factors that can affect the quality and price of the oil include the rarity of the botanical, the country of origin and growing/climate conditions, quality standards of the distiller, and how much oil is produced by the botanical.

Essential oils can often be purchased as blends of several essential oils. The advantage to purchasing pre-made essential oils blends is that you can save from having to buy every essential oil individually. When purchasing blends from experienced, reputable essential oil suppliers, you also have the advantage of using blends made by experienced aroma therapists and artisans. The disadvantage is that you have no personal control over the blend by not mixing it yourself nor can you reliably mix the blend with other oils as you could when formulating blends from scratch yourself.

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Table of content

Introduction

Chapter 1: Peppermint essential oil

HISTORY OF PEPPERMINT OIL

BENEFITS OF PEPPERMINT OIL

USES OF PEPPERMINT OIL

HOW IS PEPPERMINT OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR PEPPERMINT OIL

Chapter 2: BERGAMOT Essential OIL

HISTORY OF BERGAMOT OIL

BENEFITS OF BERGAMOT OIL

USES OF BERGAMOT OIL

HOW IS BERGAMOT OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR BERGAMOT OIL

Chapter 3: CAMPHOR Essential OIL

HISTORY OF CAMPHOR OIL

CAMPHOR OIL BENEFITS

CAMPHOR OIL USES

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR CAMPHOR OIL

Chapter 4: CEDARWOOD Essential OIL

HISTORY OF CEDARWOOD OIL

CEDARWOOD OIL BENEFITS

CEDARWOOD OIL USES

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR CEDARWOOD OIL

Chapter 5: BASIL Essential OIL

HISTORY OF BASIL OIL USAGE

BENEFITS OF BASIL OIL

USES FOR BASIL OIL

BASIL OIL SIDE EFFECTS

Chapter 6: CARROT SEED Essential OIL

HISTORY OF CARROT SEED OIL

CARROT SEED OIL BENEFITS

CARROT SEED OIL USES

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR CARROT SEED OIL

Chapter 7: EUCALYPTUS Essential OIL

HISTORY OF EUCALYPTUS OIL

BENEFITS OF EUCALYPTUS OIL

USES OF EUCALYPTUS OIL

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR EUCALYPTUS OIL

Chapter 8: FRANKINCENSE Essential OIL

HISTORY OF FRANKINCENSE OIL

BENEFITS OF FRANKINCENSE OIL

USES OF FRANKINCENSE OIL

HOW IS FRANKINCENSE OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR FRANKINCENSE OIL

Chapter 9: LAVENDER Essential OIL

HISTORY OF LAVENDER OIL

BENEFITS OF LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL

USES OF LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL

HOW IS LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL

Chapter 10: LEMON Essential OIL

HISTORY OF LEMON OIL

BENEFITS OF LEMON OIL

USES OF LEMON OIL

HOW IS LEMON OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR LEMON OIL

Chapter 11: MYRRH Essential OIL

HISTORY OF MYRRH OIL USAGE

MYRRH OIL BENEFITS

MYRRH OIL USES

HOW IS MYRRH OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR MYRRH OIL

Chapter 12: ROSEMARY Essential OIL

HISTORY OF ROSEMARY OIL

BENEFITS OF ROSEMARY OIL

USES OF ROSEMARY OIL

HOW IS ROSEMARY OIL EXTRACTED?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR ROSEMARY OIL

Chapter 13: SAGE Essential OIL

HISTORY OF SAGE OIL USAGE

SAGE OIL BENEFITS

SAGE OIL USES

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR SAGE OIL

Chapter 14: WINTERGREEN Essential OIL

HISTORY OF WINTERGREEN OIL USAGE

WINTERGREEN OIL BENEFITS

WINTERGREEN OIL USES

WINTERGREEN OIL SIDE EFFECTS

Chapter 15: TURMERIC Essential Oil

WHAT IS TURMERIC?

WHEN WAS TURMERIC ESSENTIAL OIL FIRST USED?

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF TURMERIC ESSENTIAL OIL?

HOW DO I USE TURMERIC ESSENTIAL OIL?

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR TURMERIC OIL

Chapter 16: PINE Essential OIL

HISTORY OF PINE OIL USAGE

PINE OIL BENEFITS

PINE OIL USES

PINE SCOTCH OIL SIDE EFFECTS

Chapter 17: Essential Oils As Pain Relievers

Chapter 18: Essential Oils for Nausea

Chapter 19: Essential Oils for Constipation

Chapter 20: Essential Oils to Treat UTI

Chapter 21: Essential Oils to Treat Psoriasis

Chapter 22: Essential Oils to Manage Anxiety

Chapter 23: Essential Oils for Migraine Relief

Chapter 24: Skincare Essential Oils for Beauty

Chapter 25: The Benefit of Poppy seed Oil

Conclusion

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Chapter 1: Peppermint essential oil

HISTORY OF PEPPERMINT OIL

Mentha piperita, or Peppermint as it is commonly known, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean but has also been cultivated in the USA, Italy, Great Britain, and Japan. It can be identified by its serrated leaves and by its flowers that range in color from light pink to mauve, growing in a conical shape.

Peppermint essential oil has been called one of the most versatile oils in the world, sharing the title with Lavender. Abounding in dermal and oral uses as well as anti-microbial properties, there are countless issues for which it is beneficial, promoting the wellness of body, mind, and overall health. The scent of Peppermint can be described as being fresh, sharp and comparable to Menthol, and the components of this multi-purpose oil are used internationally in cosmetic, culinary, and health industries.

Extracted from the Peppermint herb, the uses of this cherished plant and its benefits have been traced back to Chinese and Japanese folk medicine practices and even Ancient Egyptian times where dried Peppermint leaves were found placed in tombs inside the pyramids. Due to the common incidence of using the name Peppermint interchangeably with the terms Mint and Spearmint, there has been confusion about its history of cultivation, but ancient textual references to it prove that it has been used for culinary purposes and in herbal medicine since 1500 BC. Peppermint is also mentioned in Greek mythology in the story of the nymph Mentha or Minthe, who is transformed into the sweet-smelling herb that releases a powerful, lingering aroma every time she is stepped on.

Peppermint is one of the hundreds of species belonging to the Mint family of plants or the Mint genus. Included in this genus are herbs such as Spearmint, Water Mint, and Forest Mint. Peppermint is thought to be a naturally occurring hybrid of Water Mint (M. aquatica) and Spearmint (M. spicata).

BENEFITS OF PEPPERMINT OIL

The main chemical constituents of Peppermint essential oil are Menthol, Menthone, and 1,8-Cineole, Menthyl acetate and Isovalerate, Pinene, Limonene and other constituents. The most active of these components are Menthol and Menthone. Menthol is known to be analgesic and is thus beneficial for reducing pain such as headaches, muscle aches, and inflammation. Menthone is known to be analgesic as well, but it is also believed to show antiseptic activity. Its invigorating properties lend the oil its energizing effects.

Used medicinally, Peppermint essential oil has been found to eliminate harmful bacteria, relieve muscle spasms and flatulence, disinfect and soothe inflamed skin, and to release muscle tension when used in a massage. When diluted with a carrier oil and rubbed into the feet, it can work as a natural effective fever reducer.

Used cosmetically or