Introduction and a few suggestions

[Guest guest]

Hello to all,

 

I am new to your list and am excited to be on another aromatherapy

exchange. My name is Laurie and I am an RN; my practice specialty is

cardiovascular disease and I plan to go back to school in January to

become a family nurse practitioner. I have been using AT for just over

two years. I have been very successful at staying well since the oils

came in to my life; previously I was on antibiotics four to six times

per year for sinus infections. It has now been two years since I have

needed antibiotics and I attribute this to my daily interaction with the

oils. I will be interested to hear what the members of this list think

of taking the oils internally; I'll let you know up front that I do use

a few this way. This topic is always good for a " discussion " on the

other lists in which I participate.

 

Someone was asking about oils for painful menstrual periods. Here's

what works for me. I would look to the following group: fennel, basil,

chamomile (roman), lavender, marjoram, geranium, rose otto,

frankincense, rosemary, clary sage and cinnamon leaf. Chose those that

you are drawn to, but I would not omit the marjoram, geranium, rose or

clary sage personally. Mix them appropriately (I use about a 5-7%

dilution because it's area of application will be limited) in castor oil

as a carrier. The castor oil is an important component of this

mixture. The oils will not stay blended in castor oil, but when shaken

gently they will suspend in it and you will be able to see this if you

hold the bottle to the light. Apply about a teaspoon of this mix to the

lower abdomen, (below the belly-button) and then cover with a cloth that

has been made wet with warm water. Top this off with a dry towel to

keep the heat in, and lie down with this on. Relax for a bit and please

feel better! Of course the usual disclaimers apply; this works for me,

but may not for you, and you should be chatting with a good health care

practitioner about why your periods are so painful. GYN is not my

specialty, but fibroids, infections et need to be explored too.

 

For the carpel tunnel discomfort I'd like to add that I read in

Prevention magazine that flax seed oil was helpful at the amount

directed on the bottle as a dietary supplement. I take a much smaller

dose, about 1/3 the recommended dose each day, and this has eliminated

my wrist pain.

 

Look forward to chatting with you,

Laurie in Rhode Island, USA

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 11/04/1999 12:10:38 AM Eastern Standard Time,

sjhorner writes:

 

 

 

<<< I would be interested in hearing which oils you take internally, the

dosages that you use, and the length of treatment. I have been using

Oregano Oil internally when I feel myself coming down with cold or flu

symptoms and have managed to kick it before I ever actually get truly

sick. Sandy >>>

 

 

Are you using essential oil of Oregano or Oregano Oil as found in many

health food stores which is an eo dilution in olive oil?

I wonder if Butch monitors this list, too.

[Guest guest]

Laurie wrote:

....I will be interested to hear what the members of this list think

of taking the oils internally; I'll let you know up front that I do use

a few this way. This topic is always good for a " discussion " on the

other lists in which I participate. <snip>

 

Hi Laurie,

I would be interested in hearing which oils you take internally, the

dosages that you use, and the length of treatment. I have been using

Oregano Oil internally when I feel myself coming down with cold or flu

symptoms and have managed to kick it before I ever actually get truly

sick. I mix 10 drops of oregano oil with about a tablespoon of olive

oil, and mix this with 5 tablespoons of maple syrup (which we make here

at the farm). I sip on this for a day or two, and I'm feeling fine

again (except for burping up what tastes like an Italian dinner ;-)

 

I know this is a controversial subject, and would never suggest to a

client to do such a thing, but choose to treat myself this way. Would

be interested in other's comments and/or suggestion and/or warnings.

Thanks for bringing this up Laurie. You may really have stirred the pot

on this one! Be prepared to duck and cover.

 

Namaste,

Sandy Horner, RMT

[Guest guest]

<<< I would be interested in hearing which oils you take internally,

>>>>

 

 

I use bergamot, peppermint, chamomile, etc. in making teas. I sort of

use which ever one is best for what I am 'working' on. the tea is a

quick way of administration. I do not use them in cooking, per say, but

add them after the cooking, just prior to serving. Also one of my

clients says she makes 'spiked' waters and down them before the mouth

has a chance to react to the taste.

 

My morning blender drink additives vary according to the presenting

symptoms. In the winter oregano is a regular, black cumin when there is

stomach spasms or headaches, clove, etc. I compare them symptoms to the

properties of the oils, muscles test to see if it is needed internally,

then go about 'mixing' it into the meal. The oils are good to spice up

salads also.

 

Gee this sounds like I am addicted to food. Time for breakfast.

 

Linda

 

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