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Aromatherapy has been practiced for around for almost 3500 years and its application in daily lives is as old as our civilization itself. It is the exotic art, and science, of using oils extracted from aromatic plants and herbs to enhance health, emotional well being and beauty. Apart from the physical benefits, essential oils can have soothing effects on the mind and emotions. The essential oils taken from plants and employed in Aromatherapy have been described as their “critical factors” - they are needed critically for the plants’ biological process, as well as being the substance which gives them their scent and aroma. Synthetic oil, even if chemically similar, lacks all the natural factors, and that vital critical factor, that make essential oils so valuable.
Another reason why synthetic oils are not acceptable and desired is that the minor constituents are never identical in structure and composition. Essential oils are extracted from flowers; herbs; spices; woods and fibers, usually by distillation, expulsion and solvent extraction. Solvent extraction is only acceptable for aromatherapy, if the solvent used is completely removed after the manufacturing process and no traces are identifiable.
Here are some of the most common uses that are associated with essential oils:
For Massage:
This is the most effective method of using the oils, combining their properties with the therapeutic power of touch. The oils should never be used undiluted, but should be diluted with an odorless carrier oil, such as grape seed, sweet almond or peach kernel. A dilution of 3% essential oil to carrier oil is a recommended level. This is approximately one drop essential oil to two milliliters of carrier oil. Essential oils are needed in very minute quantities. The skin is the largest surface part of the body and is designed to keep out contaminants from the skin layers.

For Bath:

Using oils in baths is a simple, effective and pleasant exercise to relax and receive ……

Read more here …… Aromatherapy Guide

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Your pet is just as much your family as anyone else. Your canine pal is loyal, loves you unconditionally, and is always a joy to have so when they are ill, you want to care for them as much as you can.

Dog asthma is a problem amongst canines, and you should know the basics in order to take care of your friend. In order to take better care of your canine sidekick, here are some facts about dog asthma you should be aware of and educate yourself about:

Just Like Humans

Dog asthma is just like the human form of asthma, in which the bronchial tubes constrict, causing breathing to become difficult. Asthma usually occurs in young and middle aged dogs.

Symptoms in a dog include coughing, wheezing, and in some situations, purple gums and teeth from lack of circulation. You dog may become more sedentary, and lose appetite during asthmatic episodes.

Diagnoses

If you see the above symptoms in your dog, take them to see ……

Read more here …… Taking Care of Your Best Buddy: Managing Dog Asthma