Essential Oils are also known as the life force of the plant.

The use of aromatic plants is the oldest form of medicine, but they were also used for overall health, beauty, and for spiritual practice. These products became the basis for ointments and healing balms in herbal medicinal traditions, as well as fragrant perfumes and incense.

Watch this 20-minute interview with Dr. Alishia Alibhai where she explains very simply what essential oils are and how they help:

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Common Essential Oil List at Shanti Wellness Centre

Chamomile (roman): Anti-inflammatory, and stress related conditions

Cinnamon Leaf: Menstrual support, respiratory infection, insecticide,

Clary Sage: Menstrual complaints, menopausal symptoms,

Eucalyptus: Non-toxic house cleaner, remedy for colds, and treating sore muscles

Helichrysum: Injuries, joint pain and severe issues such as sprains

Jasmine: Alleviate depression, ease respiratory illness

Lavender: Relaxing and helps sleep; non-toxic household cleaner

Lemon: Improve mood, and boost alertness

Marjoram: Treating pain, muscle spasms and bringing emotional balance

Melissa Mix: Fungal infections, cold sores, hypertension and hormonal balance

Japanese Peppermint: Fatigue, headaches, muscle pain and stiffness

Sandalwood: Insomnia, chest colds

Tea Tree: Cleaning wounds, eliminating fungal infections, diaper rash, acne

Vetiver: Emotional upset, treat dry and aging skin, ease of aches and pains

Ylang-Ylang: Depression, stress, hair growth

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