Healthy You and I: Essentail oils for stress related problems

 Essential Oils for Stress

1.Lavender is the most common essential oil used and, thus, known as the “universal oil”.  So much research has been done on lavender oil, and it is one oil you never want to be without. When it comes to stress, lavender has a very calming effect on our body and the aroma is very soothing. I’m excited to see many hospitals and schools are choosing to diffuse lavender to provide a more peaceful and calming environment.

2. Frankincense has been used for medicinal and religious purposes for thousands of years. It has a very warm and comforting, exotic aroma that has a relaxing effect on the human body including uplifting mood and heightening awareness.

How to Take These Oils:Take a detox bath with 10 drops in the bathtub (how to do this).

1. Diffuse at home or at work (I like this diffuser).
2. Inhale directly from the bottle.
3. Apply directly to your heart, base of skull, or bottoms of feet.
4. Dilute with a carrier oil (fractionated coconut oil, jojoba, almond oil) and rub on shoulders, neck and spine.
5. Apply to a clay necklace and wear the oils all day long (where to buy necklace).

Resources for Using Essential Oils: