| Essential oils are the natural aromatic compounds that | | | | energy, and may act as and antiseptic. |
| can be found in different parts of plants including the | | | | Peppermint may be used as a digestive aid to help |
| stems, seeds, flowers, roots or bark. These oils are | | | | relieve upset stomach. |
| non water-based phyto-chemicals that are made up | | | | Lavendar is the most versatile of all essential oils. |
| of volatile organic compounds. They are fat-soluble | | | | Used for calming, relaxing, and balancing. |
| but unlike many vegetable and animal oils, they do | | | | Oregano may serve as an Immune enhancing |
| not contain fatty lipids. Their fragrances vary from | | | | antioxidant. |
| mild to strong. Pure essential oils are translucent. | | | | Melaleuca, also know as tea tree oil, may help |
| They can be colorless or some shade of blue. The | | | | support the immune system and serve as an |
| best feature of essential oils is that they are very | | | | anti-fungal. |
| clean and our body absorbs them quickly. | | | | As seen from the above examples, essential oils are |
| Here are some examples of the uses of these | | | | powerful and effective tools. They are gaining |
| amazing oils: | | | | popularity today and finding their way into every day |
| Frankincense, long used as a holy oil, in now used | | | | use. Visit for more information about essential oils. |
| therapeutically in European and American hospitals. | | | | As always, consult your physician or doctor before |
| May help with overcoming stress and depression. May | | | | use of these oils. Anything mentioned in this article |
| help to strengthen the immune system. | | | | not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases. |
| Lemon may help to improve circulation, may boost | | | | |