Medicinal and personal use of scent were valuable and well known to most indigenous cultures. Besides religious ceremony, inhalants and hygiene, aromas were used to treat mental, emotional and many physical diseases. Some cultures also enjoyed perfumed cosmetics and used fragrance in domestic practices. Fumigation was used for broad spectrum cleansing and protection, insect repellents and good fortune. They believed Nature Spirits responded well to aromatics.

Native Americans used aromatics 5-6000 years ago. Some of these practices are described in Mother Nature's Herbal, for headaches, sinus, grief and mental imbalances. Aromatic poultices were applied to wounds. Hygiene was achieved by burning aromatic woods which did not alarm prey. They chewed aromatic native herbs and roots, like ginger, to clean their teeth. Sages were especially favored for dental hygiene.

American Natives did not distill like we do today to produce aromatherapy. They soaked fragrant plants in animal grease, with fresh flowers and roots every day to produce a fragrant balm, or inhaled the smoke of a fragrant tea or burning plant. Any member of a tribe could benefit aromatherapy. Other," more advanced cultures", used aromas only for royals and aristocratic members.

Basic stills were discovered at least 5000 years old in Crete used to produce aromatherapy. Ancient African, Egyptian and later, Greek cultures produced and traded aromatic oils for religious, and later, personal use. More detailed information is available in Antique Rose Collection e-book, both books are available on our website.

East Indian Ayurveda medicine especially utilized aromas of sandalwood and many spices in medicine and cooking. I studied with a Brahman priest, who is like their doctor, learning how they also use foods for psychological and physical well-being. Aromas are a way of a healthy life, which we can emulate.

Flowers like  Butterfly Lily clean the air in our environment, as well as protect us from pollutants in the environment. NASA approves using the plant for cleaning the air. An aroma like this will also support better breathing and cognitive well-being.

The aromas pleasing to you will support the unique scent you have carried since being in the womb. They will help your thoughts and feelings stay positive and productive. Aromas will also increase vitality and physical wellness. You will attract like-minded people and achieve your highest goals.

If your sense of smell has diminished, inhale basil or rosemary daily. The intensity of smell often returns within weeks or a few months.

Utilize the inherent brilliance of past cultures and allow natural scents guide your path to success.

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Eighty percent of Americans and Western Europeans, especially women, are slow metabolizers. Metabolism not only affects weight, but also anxiety, depression, blood sugar levels, fatigue, insomnia, parathyroid and hormone balance. Eating high protein, low fat foods help, but certain essential oils and aroma blends increase metabolism within minutes, if not seconds. Wearing these aromas daily, especially during cold weather, which reduces metabolism further, can increase circulation, thyroid and adrenal activity and neurotransmitters in the brain.

Basil is a good essential oil to increase brain activity and adrenal function. It also reduces stress and viral invasion. I use Basil Petite Fleur Essence to increase self esteem and gently increase metabolism. The Petite Fleur Essences have a milder aroma and affect electromagnetic activity. They are more subtle, yet longer lasting in effectiveness. Holy Basil balances brain activity and enhances focus. It feels calming because the brain activity is more efficient.

Cinnamon essential oil best stimulates metabolism by balancing blood sugar. Many slow metabolizers have hypoglycemia, and can become diabetic through weight gain over time. Weight Therapeutic Essence is an excellent blend to reduce weight and blood sugar. Most diabetics have excellent results within weeks to a few months using Weight 3 x daily at mealtime.

An excellent choice for increasing digestion is Ginger essential oil. Rub it in a blend on the tummy after meals or before. Blend 2 drops in a tablespoon of carrier oil, such as red raspberry and massage the abdomen. The stimulation feels good.Ginger rub is perfect after a large meal or when a too full feeling occurs.

Jasmine grandiflora absolute helps stimulate thyroid metabolism with a gentle, effective aroma. It also opens communication abilities to speak from the heart. Gently stimulating the thyroid increases digestion and adrenal function to produce more energy and less sluggishness.

Orange flower absolute reduces depression and anxiety. Orange flower has been used historically to balance heart energy and improve metabolism, specifically affecting circulation.

Peppermint essential oil reduces pain, especially affecting the knees and back. When pain feels stuck, use Peppermint. It both relaxes and sedates the area. he initial boost of energy is temporary. Stop Hurting lotion contains peppermint and several other essential oils to improve mobility.

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