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CORIANDER Coriander is an annual herb that grows three feet high and is very aromatic. Coriander seeds have been used for centuries to aid digestion and are still used today for this same benefit.* Coriander has a high linalool content, which helps skin maintain complexion. Coriander can be soothing to the body. Coriander’s sweet, herbaceous aroma is both relaxing and stimulating, making it a good rotation oil to use in blends to add a fresh, herbaceous note. Benefits:... Acts as detoxification agent Improves circulation Promotes digestion Settles stomach Treats viruses, neuralgia, migraines, exhaustion Helps maintain clear complexion Promotes relaxation Helps maintain healthy insulin response Cautions: Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. If you know of any additional benefits or cautions associated with this oil, please share with us here.

FAQ - How many times a day is optimal to topically apply essential oils for different ailments? This depends on what symptoms you are treating. For skin conditions, such as eczema, it is advisable to apply the oils 3-4 times a day. For fungal infections, like ringworm, the oils should be applied 5-6 times a day. Another option is to apply the oils topically as necessary. When you have sore muscles, for example, you would usually only need to apply the oils once or twice. Source: Amy Leigh Mercree. Essential Oils Handbook: Recipes for Natural Living. Sterling Publishing, New York. ISBN: 978-1-4549-2898-0. p. 214

CLOVE Clove has been used for years in dental preparations, candy, and gum for its flavor and ability to cleanse the mouth, yet it provides a myriad of benefits. Its main chemical component, eugenol, makes it a very stimulating and energizing essential oil that can be used as a warming massage oil. Clove contains powerful antioxidant properties and supports cardiovascular health when taken internally. As a cooking spice, Clove adds a spicy flavor to any dish or dessert while ...providing internal health benefits. One drop can clean the teeth and gums while promoting fresh breath. Benefits: Antioxidant properties Improves energy Promotes fresh breath Treats tooth aches, asthma, rheumatism, arthritis, colds, flus, cold sores Improves respiration and treats respiratory-tract infections Enhances cardiovascular health Cautions: Do not apply if pregnant. Do not inhale directly; may burn your airways. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. May inhibit blood clotting. If you know of any additional benefits or cautions associated with this oil, please share with us here.

FAQ - How many times a day is optimal to ingest essential oils for different ailments? This depends on the nature of the ailment and the symptoms you have. For example, if you are taking an oil to treat the flu, it makes sense to take some of the oil every four hours or so to give symptomatic relief. It is best to start at the lowest dose possible and increase it, if necessary. Divide the dose equally over the number of waking hours for conditions like cold and flu, and depre...ssion. For conditions like insomnia, take the oil about half an hour or an hour before bedtime. Essential oils must be treated with caution, as they are highly concentrated. For internal use, only use therapeutic grade oils from trustworthy companies. Essential oils should not be taken internally except by those well versed in their uses, since not all oils are safe to ingest. If you choose to take essential oils internally, consider being under the supervision of a certified aromatherapist and/or medical professional. Source: Amy Leigh Mercree. Essential Oils Handbook: Recipes for Natural Living. Sterling Publishing, New York. ISBN: 978-1-4549-2898-0. p. 213-214

CINNAMON BARK Cinnamon has a long history of culinary uses, adding spice to desserts, entrees, and hot drinks. When diffused, Cinnamon cleanses the air of odours. Benefits:... Acts as aphrodisiac Aids digestion Improves circulation Treats rheumatism, colds, flus Cleanses intestines Regulates blood sugars Reduces cravings for sweets Lowers stress Increases confidence Maintains healthy immune system Alleviates sore muscles and joints Cautions: Do not apply if pregnant. Do not inhale directly; may burn your airways. May inhibit blood clotting. If you know of any additional benefits or cautions associated with this oil, please share with us here.

FAQ - What studies have been conducted on the health-related benefits of essential oils? Antibiotic / antimicrobial effect: Researchers have shown a renewed interest in essential oils as a means of combating antibiotic-resistant infections. Tea Tree oil and Eucalyptus oils have been proved to be as effective as standard treatments for staph infections. Depression, anxiety, and stress: Studies have centered mainly on Lavender oil, and there is evidence that lavender helps ...reduce anxiety when used in a dentist’s waiting room and that it can assist in calming patients who suffer from dementia. Studies on Clary Sage have proven that it has an antidepressant effect. Digestive system: While drinking a cup of peppermint tea may prove useful in settling an upset stomach, studies have shown that the essential oils, taken internally, are a lot more useful. The studies measured usefulness when the oils were ingested in enteric-coated tablets. These tablets protect the oil from the stomach acid and allows it to pass to the gut for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Source: Amy Leigh Mercree. Essential Oils Handbook: Recipes for Natural Living. Sterling Publishing, New York. ISBN: 978-1-4549-2898-0. p. 213