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Aromatherapy for Nausea

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

Nausea is a common problem that most of us do experience at some point or another. For some of us it is a passing phase that can be easily remedied at home, while for others it may be a sign of a more serious condition or a side effect. Nausea induced due to motion sickness is probably the most common occurrence of all. Flu, morning sickness, food poisoning and vomiting are some of the other exceedingly common causes of nausea. There are also times when nausea may be an indication of some ailment that is far more serious, as it can at times indicate a heart attack or be symptomatic of liver or kidney disorder. Nausea is also often caused as side effect of chemotherapy in cancer patients.

Aromatherapy is believed to be a valuable natural solution to this problem, and can help deal with nausea irrespective of the causes. It is in fact used as a complimentary therapy in a number of treatments. Keeping in mind that nausea is not a disease but is merely a physical condition and generally symptom it would be unwise to consistently suppress the problem, while ignoring the root cause. If aromatherapy does not solve the problem or it requires recurrent usage you need to consult a medical professional. If you suffer from any pre existing conditions too, it would be wise to consult your health care provider, before indulging in any home remedies.

Aromatherapy for nausea can be administered using different methods:

  • Massage the abdomen with a few drops of essential oil added to a carrier oil.
  • Add 10 drops of essential oil to a warm bath.
  • Add a few drops of essential oil to a compress and apply to the affected area.
  • Used for inhalation with various devices including vaporizers, steam inhalers or burners.

Here are some effective treatments that use aromatherapy for nausea:

  • Peppermint is an effective remedy for nausea or vomiting. Just add a drop or two to a sugar cube and suck on it slowly until it melts completely. Likewise a glass of water spiked with a drop or two of the oil can cure nausea.
  • Ginger oil is one of the most popular remedies for nausea, and simply inhaling it with either an inhaler or by placing a few drops on a tissue can relieve the nausea.
  • Spearmint and Roman Chamomile are two other potent remedies for nausea. Coriander, Fennel and Cardamom are also believed to help.
  • Inhaling or breathing in any of these oils or a blend, just before or whilst traveling, can help prevent motion sickness.

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Aromatherapy Remedies

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

Aromatherapy is a holistic therapy or a complementary therapy that is used to treat people and cure them of health problems. Done with essential oils extracted from the leaves, flowers and bark of plants, trees and flowers, the therapy is believed to heal through medicinal fragrances. You can often find shops stocked up with aromatherapy candles, aromatic soaps and shampoos, bath salts and essential oils that can be used in massages. Aromatherapy remedies are best administered by an expert therapist. We also suggest that you learn the basics of aromatherapy, the types of essential oils that need to be used, the pros and cons of each, and the ways that aromatherapy can be administered for maximum benefits.

Aromatherapy remedies: Aromatherapy can be administered through massages, baths, skin care products, perfumes, vaporizers and inhalation. Essential oils used in aromatherapy can flush out toxins, fight infection and boost the immunity of the body. Let us look at the various aromatherapy fragrances and how these can heal health problems.

Camphor: A waxy crystalline substance with a pungent odor, camphor can be absorbed quickly through the skin. It gives out a cooling feeling like menthol and has mild anesthetic qualities. But remember to use camphor in small quantities as too much of it can cause neuromuscular hyperactivity, irritability, seizures and confusion.

Eucalyptus: A spicy and woody oil with a strong fragrance, the essential oil is often used in steam inhalation to cure blocked sinus and respiratory problems. Like menthol, eucalyptus acts on the receptors in the nasal mucosa and reduces the symptoms.

Lavender oil: This oil is prescribed for remedies for reducing inflammation, fight infection, calm nerves, lift depression, and help with cell growth. Massages of lavender oil are done to relieve pain and muscle spasm. Lavender oil is the remedy for lowering blood pressure.

Menthol: Obtained for various mint oils, menthol acts as a local anesthetic and can reduce inflammation and irritation. It is even used to provide relief to sore throats. Menthol oil in aromatherapy is a remedy for sprains, muscle aches and cramps. It is also combined with the oils of eucalyptus and camphor for relief.

Peppermint oil: The essential oil is used to bring relief from inflammation, muscle spasms, pain, infection, congestion and digestion. It is great for improving the nerve health.

Aromatherapy can cure allergies, asthma, arthritis, backaches, boils, bronchial congestion, burns, chronic pain, digestion and respiratory problems, insect bites, sciatica, shingles, PMS, menopausal problems and a whole lot of other p

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