Aromatherapy Uses:
Traditional Uses: Analgesic, aperitif, aphrodisiac, antioxidant, antirheumatic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, depurative, antitoxic, fungicidal, larvicidal, lipolytic, revitalizing, cardiac and circulatory stimulant, sedative (CNS), tonic-digestive stimulant (carminative, stomachic)
Skin: stretch marks, scars
Muscular/Skeletal: arthritis, gout, muscle aches & pains, rheumatism, stiffness
Cardio-vascular/Lymphatic: accumulation of fluids or toxins, increases circulation
Immune: colds, influenza, infectious diseases, measles
Genito-Urinary/Reproductive: impotence, frigidity, infertility, estrogen stimulant for irregular periods, post partum care (depression)
Nervous Brain/Mind: debility, migraine, neuralgia, nervous exhaustion, insomnia; gentle mental stimulant, bad memory, dizziness, shock, fear
Satety Data: generally non-toxic, non-irritant, possible irritation on sensitive skin; cross sensitivity reported with fennel and anise; considered a known allergen, avoid with fibrosis (breast cancer)
One of the oldest known herbs, cultivated for over 3000 years. It is mentioned in ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Latin text, as in virtually all medieval herbals.
SOURCE:
Sheppard-Hanger Sylla, THE AROMATHERAPY PRACTITIONER REFERENCE MANUAL, Tampa, 1998 |