Blog entries and aromatherapy topics including links for further reading

The link between rosemary and memory

Rosemary has been known as a "memory herb" since ancient times. Scholars would often wear rosemary wreaths while studying for exams. This reputation has persisted over the centuries, with rosemary used in traditional medicine to treat various cognitive issues. Research shows that essential rosemary oil can help with cognitive performance and memory in older adults, especially perimenopausal women.

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Aromatherapy, Essential oils Yasmine ElGhamrawy Aromatherapy, Essential oils Yasmine ElGhamrawy

How does Aromatherapy work?

The human body is a collection of cells that communicate with each other and send out signals continuously. These signals get transported to the various organs of the body to perform functions and respond to stimuli that are being perceived and received. When disruption of these signals happens the outcome of that process is altered. This is where essential oils and aromatherapy can play a part.

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Aromatherapy, Essential oils, Stress Yasmine ElGhamrawy Aromatherapy, Essential oils, Stress Yasmine ElGhamrawy

Stress relief with “Relaxing and Soothing” essential oils

You might have heard or read something similar to this before: “Ylang Ylang is a relaxing and soothing essential oil”

This is a simplified explanation of a complex event that can take place in the body and mind.When that term is used for any essential oil, it usually has to do with a disruption that happens to the central nervous system that affects the physical body.

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