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Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the art and science of utilising naturally extracted aromatic
essences from plants to balance, harmonise and promote the health of body, mind and spirit.
It is an art and science which seeks to explore the physiological and psychological and
spiritual realm of the individuals response
to aromatic extracts to reduce stress and enhance the individuals healing process.
The last twenty years have seen an increase in complementary healing methods and the
use of naturally derived products such as essential oils.
Aromatherapy,
often considered a fringe practice, has now become so accepted and respected
that it is offered to many hospital patients around the world as part of their allopathic treatment.
Manufacturers of health products, cosmetics and perfumes are acknowledging the value
of essential oils to enhance the quality of their products and home use of oils has
risen phenomenally.
Current scientific research into the chemistry and medicinal use
of certain oils has both confirmed and clarified their healing potential.
Cultivation methods, location and climate, precise knowledge of species,
extraction and distilling techniques have all had an enormous influence
on the resulting oils available to the public, and all this allows for
a more pure and therapeutic product.
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