MORE ABOUT ESSENTIAL OILS

Throughout history, our ancestors used this "life force" of plants to treat a variety of ailments. Today, research has shown some of these complex oils to be effective anti-viral and bacterial adaptogens that safely self-regulate within the body. As a result, essential oils are increasingly used in a wide range of institutional settings such as hospitals to combat superbugs and corporations to effect mood enhancement in the workplace.

Where Essential Oils Come From…
Essential oils are stored in special cells, ducts or glandular hairs that are distributed among the roots, leaves, bark, stems and flowers of the plant. Their main job is to protect the plant from insects, herbivores, bacteria, molds, fungi and other microorganisms. They are molecularly complex, often comprised of hundreds of constituents. Therapeutic grade essential oils are extracted from plants using pure distillation processes. The lower the heat and the longer the process, the better the quality of oil produced.

How Essential Oils Work…
Contrary to what the name suggests, pure essential oils are actually watery and very volatile. In the case of massage, a few drops of the powerfully concentrated substance is added to carrier oils such as grapeseed or almond. For inhalation treatment, drops are added to hot water, where they quickly vaporize, or may be inhaled from a cloth.
The oils are rapidly absorbed through the skin or through inhalation due to their molecular structure, and are equally quick to distribute throughout your system. Often, a scent can be detected on your breath immediately after use.
Once the oil is in your system (in about a second!), the nerves fire and send messages to the limbic area of the brain, which is area that governs emotions. The pituitary gland is also stimulated, which results in chemical messages being sent via the blood stream to specific glands and organs.

Properties of Primary Essential Oils:
(These are a few examples of the many essential oils available through The Essential Touch and Young Living.)

Lavender	Relaxation, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, helps eczema and other skin ailments, supports immune system. Calming and balancing.
Clary Sage	Helps soothe cramps and lessens edema from menstrual cycle; supports positive mood.
Eucalyptus Globulus	Helps promote healthy lung function; soothes muscle soreness; antiseptic, cleansing to the skin, promotes feelings of wellbeing.
Geranium	Helps promote blood circulation and normal liver function. Supportive for menopausal women. Cleanses oily skin, replenishes normal skin, helps alleviate nervous tension, maintains emotional balance.
Lemongrass	Aids normal digestion; supports proper joint and ligament function; promotes feelings of awareness and purification.
Rosemary	Helps promote blood circulation; restores mental alertness when experiencing fatigue; improves mental clarity and focus.
Sandalwood	Supports normal nerve function; promotes stability and positive feelings.
Ylang Ylang	Supports normal heart function; nourishes hair and skin. Increases sensory awareness and may increase sexual desire. Promotes balance
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