and it compliments the spice oils so well. For a more earthy scent try using patchouli or vetiver. Of course you can always tweak the amounts to suit your own personal tastes.

If irritation occurs discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Lesley A. Wooler B.Sc., RA, CYT earned her degree in Horticulture at the University of RI. She is a Registered Aromatherapist through the Aromatherapy Registration Council and a Regional Director for NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy). She serves as President on the council for NEHA (North East Herbal Association) and is also member to the following organizations: United Plant Savers, American Herbalists Guild, American Botanical Council, Herb Society of America, American Horticultural Society and the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society.

Sunday, September 6, 2009

Essential News-Going(CDC): children, young adults, and pregnant women, as we move into the traditional flu season.

Recently, a couple (both emergency room healthcare providers), contacted Nature’s Gift Aromatherapy about which essential oils could possibly offer protection & assistance, after vigilance with hand-washing and all of the known preventative measures have been exhausted. Their concerns included working on the front lines of the healthcare field and being exposed to the virus, as well as the increased risk for their children at home and at school.

Others are no doubt pondering the use of essential oils to protect themselves and their families in light of the possibility of an H1N1 flu epidemic. Two key essential oils with reported anti-viral properties include Ravensara (Agathophyllum aromatica), and Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora). Both plants are indigenous to