Aromatherapy uses the essences of aromatic plants to promote well-being. Essential oils have been used for healing for over 5000 years. Each essential oil contains constituents, which give the oil its unique aroma and therapeutic properties. These aromas have the ability to trigger specific neurochemicals in the brain, which can influence mood, stress, appetite, blood pressure and minor pain.
Some of the more common oils used in pallative care are lavender, used for relaxation, insomnia, nausea, and depression. Chamomile is an anti-spasmodic and useful in treating some skin conditions and is also relaxing and harmonizing. Peppermint can clear the mind and counteract mental fatigue and is used to relieve nausea and bloating. Marjoram is useful for anxiety and is also an anti-spasmodic and expectorant. Geranium stimulates the body’s elimination systems and is considered a tonic for body and soul.
The list of oils is vast, and consulta ...