All about AROMATHERAPY, Well-being and Healing
A romatherapy is thought of as both an art and a science. Recently, aromatherapy has gained more recognition in the fields of science and medicine. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit. It enhances both physical and emotional health. What is aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it’s called essential oil therapy. History of aromatherapy Humans have used aromatherapy for thousands of years. Ancient Egypt was the true birthplace of essential oils, or 'aromatherapy' as we know it today. Ancient cultures in China , India , Egypt, and e lsewhere incorporated aromatic plant components in resins, balms, and oils. These natural substances were used for medical and religious purposes. They were known to have both physical and psychological benefits. Essential distillation is attributed to the Persians in...