Aromatherapy

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This paper begins with a basic explanation of aromatherapy and then goes on to take a brief look at the history of aromatherapy, its origins and where it has been widely used. Next, the paper discusses the most essential oils used in aromatherapy and their benefits. The paper then attempts to explain how these essential oils are prepared and the significance of this process. This is followed with a look at how aromatherapy works along with a discussion of the most prominent and common benefits of aromatherapy. Lastly, the paper mentions some precautions that should be taken while doing aromatherapy.

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Abstract
What is Aromatherapy?
Brief History of Aromatherapy
Essential Oils Used in Aromatherapy
Preparation of Essential Oils
How Aromatherapy Works
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Some Precautions that Should Be Taken

From the Paper:

"In simple terms aromatherapy means the use of "treatment using scents." In my personal opinion it is like treating your body with gentle care of pleasant smelling botanical oils such as rose, lemon, lavender and peppermint. It is considered to be a branch of herbal medicine that uses the essential oils found in plants for their healing or medicinal properties. Aromatherapy is one of the fastest growing fields in alternative medicine. It is widely used at home, clinics and hospitals for a variety of applications such as pain relief for women in labor pain, relieving pain caused by the side effects of the chemotherapy undergone by the cancer patients."

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