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November 4, 2011

Lavender Aromatherapy Oil

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comes from a bushy shrub with small blossoms known as lavandula angustifolia. The oil produced from early flowers is regarded as the beneficial oil used medicinally. It also appears to possess spasmolytic as well as sedative effects and is considered to be a safe botanical herb. Moderation is advisable as medicinally the actual plant hasn’t already been researched.

Lavender’s therapeutic qualities, germ killing properties, and anti-fungal qualities, make it a good choice for skin care. It can be used for many skin conditions including acne breakouts, lines and wrinkles as well as inflammation.

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For skin issues such as eczema and psoriasis, herbalists suggest adding 2 drops to a . A base carrier can be a massage oil such as almond massage oil.

Use this as a lotion; it makes a perfect remedy for . It is said by adding 3 to 4 to a warm bath, this will help reduce itchiness.

For use as an excellent bug repellent, rub the leaves from the plant on to your skin. Lavender also possesses a soothing fragrance which makes it a fantastic way to relieve and reduce headaches, symptoms of depression, tension, anxiety, and stress. It provides you with a better sleep quality and is a popular treatment for insomnia and sleeping disorders.

The essential oil of lavender can help boost blood circulation. It is often utilized by those with high blood pressure. Lavender is also considered helpful for stomach and digestion . Lavender oils are also used to improve the of the respiratory system, and to relieve problems such as the flu, asthma, colds and throat infections.

Below are some recipes using lavender that you can easily make.

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November 2, 2011

Diet Pill Advantages & Disadvantages

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So you too want to get slim.  We may have different purpose or cause in losing weight but we all do the same thing:  can be explained as an advised set of food that we need to take (or not take) in order to lose weight.  We have heard every possible type of , either from internet or through friends.  Trying each and every plans available but sometimes, most of these doesn’t work.  There are just some plans that may work for a person but not for the others.  It is just unfortunate that some may not be able to find a that will work for them so they ended up getting sweaty inside gyms to shed off the excess fats and weight.  The main problem is that and exercise work together to achieve weight loss.  Exercises without proper will not bring you anywhere or if it has outcome, it may be very minimal that we will find ourselves giving up on losing weight.  That’s why some are desperate enough to try pills.

sell in capsules that contain fat-burning components for the body.  These started to be bought with doctor’s prescription.  Usually, are being advised to be taken by people who are over weight with other medical conditions that require them to lose weight.  Aside from this, there are also some people with medical problems that may counteract with .  Further doctor’s examination to the patient condition is needed.

But today, there are some diet pills which are already available OTC or over the counter.  So aside from the people who medically need diet pills, there are others who are already consuming these pills without prescription just for the sake of losing weight.

After consuming these diet pills, people who bought these were shocked with the side effects that they bump into.  With a doctor’s appointment, the patient will know what the side effects of the pills are and they can do something about it.  These side effects include palpitations or rapid heart rate, hallucinations, severe allergic reactions, hypertension, chest pains, and gastrointestinal disturbance.

The gastrointestinal disorder is may be the most popular side effects of some if not most of the diet pills in the market.  You will feel stomach pains and rumbling, but worst of all, faecal incontinence.  Some of the user of these pills has reporting the feeling of “if they need to go, it must be NOW.”  Most cannot control this and sometimes, the rumbling will wake them up early in the morning and will find their beddings stained already.  According to the manufacturers of these diet pills, it is an effect when they have consuming food that full of fats while taking in the since the fats are burned and it will be released by the digestive system.

See?  While consuming diet pills, you still have to managing your diet or food intake.  So if you are just an ordinary individual with no medical conditions that require taking diet pills, just stay with the conventional way of losing weight:  diet plus exercises and be patient in seeing the result.

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August 29, 2011

Aromatherapy Scents Questions Answered

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Linda asks…

What are some good scents to use for postpartum depression?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Get yourself a good b complex vitamin that will help tremendously

Sandy asks…

What are some good aromatherapy scents for a man?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Let’s see… Geranium, lime (excellent), Amyris, hint of cedar (can be sensitizing), fir, jasmine, any of the woody or deeply scented tones.

I love a man in oil, wow. Lime with geranium and just a hint of jasmine, so nice… But not for a girl.

Donald asks…

Which aromatherapy scents are best for people who want to lose weight?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Really sweet ones, like Ylang Ylang. Vanilla smell also helps to curb sweet cravings. However aromatherapy is not designed to do this, get a decent , and once our is well balanced and when you got your nutritional status up, you should not crave sweets any more. Then you can start to reduce your serving sizes, not changing the composition of your , only the quantity, and the weight should reduce. Do not say “lose weight” because then subconsciously will look for it till you find it again (and put it back where it was)

Sharon asks…

What are the aromatherapy scents?

Well I want to get some candles but I know that like different scents work for different things like for example some scent = stress relief. Stuff like that and I want alot of scents for alot of different things. If you know any could you please help me. Thanks for reading!
-Nat

Chloe Adisson answers:

Hyssop – Hyssop has been around for centuries. It has healing properties that have been used by many throughout the years. It helps with cold and flu. It can also be used as a skin-improving agent, helping fight against blemishes.

Jasmine – Relaxing and soothing properties. Sometimes used as an aphrodisiac.

Basil – Helps with concentration. Also used in a wide variety of conditions such as, upset stomach, headaches and flatulence.

Chamomile – Used to promote sleep, relaxation and meditation.

Sandalwood – This is still burned in many homes today in incense form. A very sweet woody scent helping promote relaxation and spiritual harmony. Also, help with dry hair and skin.

Rose – There are many different types of roses. They all have some differences in healing properties. Rose is known for its soothing and calming abilities. It can also help with various skin problems.

Peppermint – A true energizer. Often used to combat fatigue and muscle aches and pains.

Eucalyptus – Powerful decongestant. Used for centuries to help with cold symptoms. It also has antiseptic qualities.

Ginger – An energizing scent, ginger is widely used to help with nausea.

Nutmeg – Used by some to help with sleep and indigestion.

Joseph asks…

Anyone know a good web site that list aromatherapy scents and what they are typically for stress, energy?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Www.aromaweb.com

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August 18, 2011

Detoxify Or Die Questions Answered

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Lizzie asks…

Can i put water conditioner in plain tap water and put fish in it?

will they die if i don’t wait 3 weeks for the water to detoxify itself? or can i fill it up, put conditioner in, and put a convict in? without it dieing.
oh and i Live in the seattle area so the water is pretty good.

Chloe Adisson answers:

Yes.
What you should do is treat the tap water with prime, stress coat, amquel plus, Weco Instant DeChlor or any other conditioner that will make tap water safe for fish.
Your gonna need to remove chlorine, chloramine, and heavy metals that can be toxic to your fish.
I personally use and prefer weco instant dechlor since you only add to tiny drops per gallon and then stir it a little and then let it sit for 10 minutes and then Pour the treated tap water in your tank. The best part is the little ounce last about 1000 gallons and it was only 2.50 dollars at my local pet store.

Sandra asks…

What do I do if my goldfish has been poisoned by chlorine?

I just bought a new aquarium, goldfish, gravel, everything but forgot to add the thing that makes chlorine go away. He has only been exposed to the chlorine for at most 2 hours and I realized this when he stopped moving but he’s still breathing. I put him into a bowl of detoxified water and I’m trying to get him to recover. What can I do or is he already going to die from being exposed?
He survived.

Chloe Adisson answers:

First, before adding fish you should of cycled your tank. Since you already added your fish you must do a cycle with fish. Learn about the nitrogen cycle here: http://www.fishlore.com/NitrogenCycle.htm

The link above is very helpful. I would get water conditioner as soon as you can and add it to his tank. Then it should be more safe than before, although it isn’t cycled.

A common goldfish needs 75 gallons when fully grown, and a fancy goldfish needs 30 gallons with double filtration, (ex: 30 gallon tank, 60 gallon filter)

Good Luck, and Hope this Helps.

Ruth asks…

9 days till the wedding and I’ve broken out in a red rash!?

It’s 9 days until my brother’s wedding, and I’ve broken out in a rash of red dots all over my chest and neck. I thought they were pimples, so I tried using more acne medicine (I have oily, troublesome skin to begin with) and it just made it worse. I tried using only dove soap and aloe to give my skin so time to heal, it just got worse. I tried cucumbers, cortizone cream, every home remedy I could find online. I’ve even been drinking a gallon of water a day to try and detoxify my system. NO DICE!
I’m supposed to perform at the ceremony and my dress is strapless (and beautiful) but I’m ready to throw it away and wear a bag over my head.
Any tips on either getting the rash to lessen/disappear or any types of makeup that will cover it without making it worse?

Thanks!!

Chloe Adisson answers:

Use dermablend make up you can get it at ULTA

Mark asks…

any fruitarians around?

A friend sent this to me ~ Pretty Interesting!

Eating Fruit – this opened my eyes.

Dr Stephen Mak is a friend of mine at the BSF course. He treats terminal ill cancer patients by “un-orthodox” way and many patients recovered. He explains to me before he is using solar energy to clear the illnesses of his patients. He believes on natural healing in the body against illnesses. See the article below.

Thanks for the email on fruits and juices. It is one of the strategies to heal cancer. As of late, my success rate in curing cancer is about 80%. Cancer patients shouldn’t die. The cure for cancer is already found. It is whether you believe it or not. I am sorry for the hundreds of cancer patients who die under the conventional treatments.
Thanks and God bless.
Dr Stephen Mak

EATING FRUIT…

We all think eating fruits means just buying fruits, cutting it and just popping it into our mouths. It’s not as easy as you think. It’s important to know how and when to eat.

What is the correct way of eating fruits?

IT MEANS NOT EATING FRUITS AFTER YOUR MEALS! * FRUITS SHOULD BE EATEN ON AN EMPTY STOMACH.
If you eat fruit like that, it will play a major role to detoxify your system, supplying you with a great deal of energy for weight loss and other life activities.

FRUIT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOD. Let’s say you eat two slices of bread and then a slice of fruit. The slice of fruit is ready to go straight through the stomach into the intestines, but it is prevented from doing so.

In the meantime the whole meal rots and ferments and turns to acid. The minute the fruit comes into contact with the food in the stomach and digestive juices, the entire mass of food begins to spoil….

So please eat your fruits on an empty stomach or before your meals! You have heard people complaining — every time I eat watermelon I burp, when I eat durian my stomach bloats up, when I eat a banana I feel like running to the toilet, etc — actually all this will not arise if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach. The fruit mixes with the putrefying other food and produces gas and hence you will bloat!

Graying hair, balding, nervous outburst, and dark circles under the eyes all these will NOT happen if you take fruits on an empty stomach.

There is no such thing as some fruits, like orange and lemon are acidic, because all fruits become alkaline in our body, according to Dr. Herbert Shelton who did research on this matter. If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruits, you have the Secret of beauty, longevity, , energy, happiness and normal weight.

When you need to drink fruit juice – drink only fresh fruit juice, NOT from the cans. Don’t even drink juice that has been heated up. Don’t eat cooked fruits because you don’t get the nutrients at all. You only get to taste. Cooking destroys all the vitamins.

But eating a whole fruit is better than drinking the juice. If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it. You can go on a 3-day fruit fast to cleanse your body. Just eat fruits and drink fruit juice throughout the 3 days and you will be surprised when your friends tell you how radiant you look!

KIWI: Tiny but mighty. This is a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E & fiber. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange.

APPLE: An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants & flavonoids which enhances the activity of vitamin C thereby helping to lower the risks of colon cancer, heart attack & stroke.

STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits & protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals.

ORANGE : Sweetest medicine. Taking 2-4 oranges a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent & dissolve kidney stones as well as lessens the risk of colon cancer.

WATERMELON: Coolest thirst quencher. Composed of 92% water, it is also packed with a giant dose of glutathione, which helps boost our immune system. They are also a key source of lycopene — the cancer fighting oxidant. Other nutrients found in watermelon are vitamin C & Potassium.

GUAVA & PAPAYA: Top awards for vitamin C. They are the clear winners for their high vitamin C content.. Guava is also rich in fiber, which helps prevent constipation. Papaya is rich in carotene; this is good for your eyes.

Drinking Cold water after a meal = Cancer! Can u believe this?? For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you. It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this ‘sludge’ reacts with the acid, it will break down

Chloe Adisson answers:

This sounds very suspicious. I do not disagree for a moment that fruit is very good stuff. However, much of the reasoning in this sounds a lot like pseudoscience and quackery.
Examples:

“Drinking Cold water after a meal = Cancer! Can u believe this??”
No. Frankly I am cannot. The causes of cancer are very complex and to make such simplistic statements is nonsensical.

“Graying hair, balding, nervous outburst, and dark circles under the eyes all these will NOT happen if you take fruits on an empty stomach.”
These are extremely large and general claims. Since they seem too good to be true, they probably are.

“If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruits, you have the Secret of beauty, longevity, health, energy, happiness and normal weight. ”
As for the last point. Note also that claims like ‘happiness’ and ‘health’ are very vague and would be difficult to prove anyway.

“If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it.”
Why should it need to mix with the saliva? Why would that help? Saliva breaks down starch into sugar. It also begins the process of breaking down fats. Most fruits have insignificant starch and fat content. So, what would saliva do to be so beneficial.

I must say that I tend to eat fruit before eating anything else anyway. Not because of all this nonsense. Just because, while I am getting the water boiling for macaroni, toasting bread etc, I eat it as a snack. Will doing so magically ward off cancer? I doubt it.

Mandy asks…

Why are humans the only species that pollutes to the detriment of life? Can’t blame that on God can we?

Since all other life on this planet is unaware of wastes they create,…….then why is it never a detriment to earths ecological system?

It is a living mechanical circulatory system isn’t it? It shows there is an organized design of a Supreme Creator.

Most animals and fish contribute waste to their environments that are essentially the same as human waste (fecal matter laden with bacteria and reduced compounds). If the population of an environment exceeded the capability of the environment to neutralize or at least tolerate those wastes, certain organisms will begin to die. This limit is known as the “carrying capacity” of the environment. In general, nature is wise enough to not naturally reach this limit in most instances, such that most systems can self regulate themselves and avoid reaching this limit.
There are examples of individual organisms that can excrete specific pollutants or toxins into an environment, usually as a defense mechanism. There are also plenty of examples of organisms that can detoxify and store pollutants from an environment in their bodies, making the overall environment “safer” (until the organism dies, at which point some toxins can be re-released to the environment).

Just What ARE Humans Thinking?……….

Affected people: 275,000
Pollutants: Organic chemicals, oil, heavy metals including mercury.
Source: Petrochemical and industrial sites

Affected people: 2,600,000
Pollutants: Hexavalent chromium and other metals
Source: Chromite mines and processing

Affected people: 140,000
Pollutants: Lead and other heavy metals
Source: Mining and processing

Affected people: Initially 5.5m, now disputed
Pollutants: Radioactive dust
Source: Meltdown of reactor core in 1986

Affected people: 300,000
Pollutants: Chemicals
and toxic by-products, including Sarin and VX gas. Also lead, phenols.
Source: Cold War-era chemical weapons manufacturing. The principal site of chemical weapons production during the Cold War, Dzerzinsk is now a centre of chemical manufacturing. Over a period of 70 years until 1998, 300,000 tons of chemical waste were dumped, leaching almost 200 chemicals into groundwater. The drinking water is heavily contaminated and the life expectancy for men is just 42.

Pollutants: Air pollution – particulates, sulphur dioxide, heavy metals (nickel, copper, cobalt, lead, selenium), phenols, hydrogen sulphide.
Source: The mining and processing of nickel and other related metals.

The snow is black in Norilsk, and 16 per cent of child deaths at the former Siberian slave labour camp are caused by respiratory illnesses related to the city’s mining operations. Residents at the world’s largest heavy metals smelting complex suffer a horrifying range of illnesses including respiratory illnesses and lung cancer
. Birth defects are common.

Affected People: 71,000
Pollutants: Chemicals, heavy metals
Source: Industry estates

Affected people: 255,000
Pollutants: Lead, cadmium
Source: Lead mining and processing

Affected People: 3,000,000
Pollutants: Fly-ash, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, arsenic, lead.
Source: Automobile and industrial emissions

Affected people: 35,000
Pollutants: Lead, copper, zinc, sulphur dioxide.
Source: Heavy-metal mining and processing

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Chloe Adisson answers:

People always think they know best until they find out they have made a total mess of things. Then they still persist oftentimes. Selfishness and greed often cause these problems and the foolish thought that everything will sort itself out. A radical rethink is often what is needed and appropriate action to follow.

The LORD God has given us such a beautiful world yet so many do not value it until it’s too late.

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August 13, 2011

Aloe Vera Juice Benefits Questions Answered

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David asks…

Aloe Vera Juice Benefit? What are the of Drinking Aloe Vera Juice?

I would like to know for sure what are the benefits for drinking aloe vera juice. I need solid comments and no BS, please. I found a website that gave me lots of information at http://squidoo.com/aloe-vera-juice-benefit
but want to hear what others have to say. thanks in advance.

Chloe Adisson answers:

The website you mentioned is an awesome site. I can’t think of any more information that you might need.

My own personal experiences with aloe vera juice has been great. It has cleared up my IBS symptoms, helped me to lose weight and has healed my stomach ulcers.

Store bought aloe juice is not as potent as making your own, so I would suggest to review the site you mentioned a learn how to juice the plant yourself.

Another good site is http://www.aloeandyou.com

Here are just a few more tips that you might like:

Here is a list of the top ten benefits of drinking aloe vera juice:

1. Detox

With our stressful lives, the pollution around us and the junk foods we eat, we need to detox and cleanse our systems. Drinking aloe vera juice provides a rich cocktail of vitamins, minerals and trace elements to help our bodies deal with everyday stresses.

2. Natural Immune Support

Aloe vera is full of anti-oxidants – natural immune enhancers which fight free radicals within our body. Free radicals are thought to cause various ailments, as well as speeding up the ageing process. Drinking aloe vera juice regularly gives the body a continual supply of anti-oxidants, which may boost and enhance the immune system.

3. Healthy Digestion and Digestive Problems

A healthy digestive tract ensures that nutrients from the foods we eat are absorbed fully into our bloodstream. Aloe vera juice has natural detoxifying abilities. Drinking aloe vera juice seems to improve bowel regularity and increases protein absorption, while at the same time decrease unfriendly bacteria and yeast – all naturally. Aloe vera has shown it can help reduce and soothe heartburn and other digestive upsets.

4. Reduces Inflammation

Aloe vera juice contains 12 substances which can slow down or inhibit inflammation, without any side-effects. Some people say that drinking aloe vera juice helps with their stiff, swollen or painful joints.

5. Regulates Weight and Energy Levels

Aloe vera juice naturally allows the body to cleanse the digestive system. Our diets include many substances which can cause lethargy and exhaustion. Taken regularly, aloe vera juice ensures a greater feeling of well-being, allowing energy levels to increase and helps maintain a healthy body weight.

6. Daily Dose of Vitamins & Minerals

Aloe vera juice contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12 (the aloe vera plant is one of the few plants in the world to contain vitamin B12), C, E, Folic Acid and Niacin. The human body cannot store some of these vitamins, so we need to supplement them regularly through our . The minerals found in aloe vera include Calcium, Sodium, Iron, Potassium, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Magnesium, Chromium.

7. Collagen and Elastin Repair for Healthy Skin

Drinking aloe vera juice adds a rich supply of raw materials to your diet, which can produce and maintain really healthy skin. The skin replaces itself every 28 days. Using the nutritional building blocks of aloe vera, the skin can use these nutrients daily to help combat the effects of ageing. Aloe vera also helps in soothing minor burns, cuts, scrapes and skin irritations.

8. Amino Acids

The human body requires 20 amino acids to build protein; 8 of these amino acids are ‘’ which means the body can’t make them itself. Aloe vera contains 19 of these amino acids, and 7 of the amino acids. So drinking aloe vera juice tops up your body’s daily supply.

9. Dental Health and Hygiene

Aloe vera is extremely helpful for your mouth and gums. As well as its natural anti-bacterial and anti-microbial actions, it contains vitamins and minerals which promote cell growth and healing. There are some toothgels available which contain a high level of pure aloe vera, which may help with bleeding gums and mouth ulcers.

10. Better than Supplements

Recent research has shown that adding good foods to our diets, with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, is far better than adding supplements alone. The good news is that Aloe Vera juice is considered a food, rather than a manufactured supplement, so our bodies can absorb all the nutrients more easily, and utilize them more effectively.

The have long been known. It has been used historically as a soothing balm, applied externally for cuts, scrapes and burns. Modern uses of aloe vera are extensive.

The health benefits of aloe vera taken internally include: improved circulation, regulation of blood pressure, promotes healing of bones and joints, strengthens the immune system, defends the body against bacteria, heals internal tissue damage, heals ulcers, improves and even eliminates constipation, blood sugar regulation, and reduces itchiness in psoriasis helping it to heal.

Drinking two to four ounces a day is all that is required to gain the many benefits of aloe vera juice. If you drink it daily, aloe vera can aid your digestion, improve your circulation and det

Helen asks…

What are some benefits to Aloe Vera juice?

What’s all the hype about Aloe Vera juice?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Aloe vera was the big thing back in the days dating far back from queen cleopatra. Supposedly she used aloe vera extract for her hair and skin. Aloe vera was also used to treat wounds back in the day.

Sandy asks…

What are the benefits of Aloe Vera Juice? Will it help me lose weight and constipation?

Any info you may have is much appreciated. Thanks very much.

Chloe Adisson answers:

Taking in aloe vera juice will cure constipation like ::snaps fingers:: that!
Weight loss has more to do with eating right–not restricting–and exercising right…but the juice will help because it will help things moving along inside!

Carol asks…

benefits of drinking aloe vera juice?

my sister bought me a gallon of organic no sugar added aloe vera juice and told me to mix it in with other drinks. I heard it has really good health benefits but what are they? Is it true it helps to detox the body and clear up your skin?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Aloe vera juice is said to be one of the finest body cleansers, cleaning morbid matter from the stomach, liver, kidneys, spleen, bladder, and is considered the finest, known colon cleanser. Studies have shown that it is healing and soothing in the relief of indigestion, stomach distress and ulcers. People claim relief from arthritis, bladder and kidney infections; leg cramps, constipation, hemorrhoids, insomnia, and for vaginitis, it is said to be an excellent vaginal douche. An excellent internal tonic for energy and well being Aloe juice may add greatly to the strength of the food fed, digestive tract, skin, and overall good health and happiness.
I drink aloe vera juice almost every morning before my coffee.
Its a good cleansing and i feel it like a “band aid” for my stomach. Organic ,is the best choice.

Mary asks…

Has anyone used Aloe Vera for its health benefits? If so have you had good results?

I have read good reports for the benefits of Aloe vera juice on the internet and Im thinking of using it for my digestive problems. I want to get some testimonies on its uses,thanks.

Chloe Adisson answers:

You have not read much at all. It’s for skin care.

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August 11, 2011

Aromatherapy Oils: Good For The Body and Mind

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oils and candles are usually used in homes to provide that olfactory satisfaction of breathing in pleasant scents. Most housewives and even people living alone use these to liven up a room and to set a mood for a particular day. Scents of which makes one feel relaxed, citrus and coffee which are good pick-me-uppers particularly during gloomy and rainy days are among the popular scents used. For people who are fond of purchasing oils and candles from home depots and department stores, you may want to know that other than its ability to make a room smell beautiful, it can help you fight off some diseases.

What are aromatherapy oils?

Aromatherapy oils are extracted from plants, meaning these are natural products, and are processed so that it can be used as oils, perfumes, soap, and others. The use of aromatherapy oils can been traced back to early Egyptians who used them to relieve pain and nowadays, the use of these oils improve the mood and reduce stress which can give you a sense of well-being. It is also used to treat allergies, some skin conditions such as acne and swelling, and emotional disorders.

How does aromatherapy work?

Aromatherapy oils can be inhaled, added to bath water, used as massage oil, or applied as hot or cold compress. Once it is inhaled, the olfactory nerve, which is responsible for a person’s sense of smell, sends signals to the brain where it said to have an ability to affect the neurologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, and immune system. For the neurologic system, it has a favorable effect with emotions and in enhancing memory. It also affects heart rate and blood pressure which are critical for the body to perform well. As for the respiratory system, it poses a role in breathing affecting its depth. It also has beneficial effects to the way the body responds to certain disorders.

Lavender is used to reduce stress and headaches and is effective in promoting sleep. Arthritis or painful joints, fever, cold sores, and respiratory problems such as cough, colds, and inflammation of the membranes of the lungs and sinuses can be treated with the use of eucalyptus. Cinnamon, which is popularly used in food preparations, can help with eliminating fatigue, exhaustion, and gastrointestinal problems such as difficulty in bowel movement, and having excessive stomach gas. Peppermint, famous for its flavor in gums and candies, is used to relieve the feeling of the need to vomit and fever.

What are the important things to remember when using aromatherapy oils?

It is important to remember that the production of aromatherapy oils may differ in quality and the process used. Different brands have different amounts of oils being prepared. Some may even be toxic when inhaled in large quantities. It should not be used near the eyes as it can be an irritant to your sensitive eyes. It is necessary to be aware of the proper dilution of these oils before applying them on your skin. These oils are available for external use only and must not be taken in. To be assured that it cannot cause allergic reactions; a skin test must be done initially. Its use must be stopped and must be immediately rinsed off when the skin shows signs of allergic reaction. Aromatherapy oils are not only good for our sense of smell, it can be beneficial to our body as well as long as we know the proper way to use it.

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May 29, 2011

Tangerine Essential Oil – Health Benefits

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The typically citrus smelling oil is said to have many . Originally from China, this essential oil found its way first to Europe then the North America where know they are the biggest producer of tangerines. Some people call it mandarin also, the name given by the Chinese. But some argued that mandarin and tangerine belong to different species albeit from the same citrus family. The Chinese were the first one to discover the many benefits of tangerine oil. In fact they were named after the illustrious dignitaries and nobility of the then imperial China because it was a priced fruit fit for royalty.

Tangerine oil can blend perfectly and easily with other essential oils to produce more exciting scents. Typically it used in China as a tonic. As a tonic, it helps the body maintain its homeostasis and balance. It tones the skin, the muscles as well as the different internal organs of the body. It checks the imbalances of the body and corrects them.

In skin care, tangerine oil is also extensively used. As a powerful antiseptic, it can kill bacteria causing diseases of the skin. Acnes and pimples are treated with it. Oily skin is also one problem that it can help. And like most of the citrus family, it can be phototoxic. Meaning one should exercise extreme care when using it on the skin when going outside in the sun. Generally it is mild with even a milder lemony scent but pregnant women should first consult their doctors before using it, as they should when using any oil for that matter.

Tangerine oil aids in the purification of the blood. It helps the removal of the toxins in the blood. A potent depurative, it also removes unwanted substances in the body like kidney or gall bladder stones. As an anti spasmodic, tangerine essential oil relaxes not only the muscles of the body but more importantly the internal organs as well. It can help even the respiratory system and is good as a complementary alternative treatment for asthma. As it relaxes the organs responsible for the respiratory system, asthma attacks may be avoided. Even simple stomach problems like diarrhea and dyspepsia that caused us big problems may be relieve by it as it helps the organs of the digestive system be toned, relaxed and cleansed.

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