Do
you suffer from:
- Emotional
stress
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Fluid retention
- Varicose
veins
- Haemorrhoids
- Poor
circulation
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The
circulatory system is one of the most important areas
where a person can make a difference in his or her health.
Almost all of the factors that increase the risk of
circulatory ailments, are caused by things we can change.
Lifestyle factors include emotional stress, physical
inactivity and sedentary lifestyle, smoking and taking
birth control medication.
The circulation of blood around the body is vital to
the absorption of essential oils, whether they are absorbed
through the skin or inhaled (and of course a certain
amount will always be inhaled when oils are applied
to the skin. Molecules pass very quickly into the bloodstream
and this is how they are transported to all parts of
the body. This also includes nutrients from our food
and oxygen from the air we breathe that are essential
to every process in maintaining life. Our circulatory
system is the means by which they reach the individual
cells.
Aromatherapy can benefit the circulatory system in many
ways especially where emotional stress, fluid retention,
poor circulation, varicose veins and haemorrhoids are
concerned.
Stress
Stress reduction should be a major component in any
wellness program. Stress plays a major role in development
of illness particularly disorders of the circulatory
system, since the heart and great vessels respond to
our emotional state.
Slow
down & relax
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Ylang Ylang
1 drop Sandalwood
1 drop Lemon |
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Directions
Place on a handkerchief and inhale when needed.
Anxiety
Relief
10 drops Lavender
10 drops Ylang Ylang
10 drops Bergamot
10 drops Neroli
10 drops Geranium
100mL Almond Oil |
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Directions
Massage into the body after showering or massage onto
the soles of the feet throughout the day.
Fluid Retention
Massage Oil for swelling - 'Fluid
Release'
Sunspirit's Massage oil blend has been specifically
designed to assist in the treatment of accumulated fluid
build-up in the body.
Directions
- Always
apply with hand strokes and circular massage movements
in direction towards the heart. This encourages
blood flow to return to the heart and decreases
swelling.
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Avoid tight-fitting clothing or shoes and wearing
support hosiery or knee highs.
- Take
frequent breaks from continual standing or sitting
and elevate feet as much as possible while sitting.
- Dietary
changes are helpful as well and include avoiding
salty foods that are high in sodium. Increase water
intake to 5-8 glasses per day.
Varicose
Veins
These can be anywhere in the body, but are most frequently
seen in the lower legs and in addition in the rectal
area where they are known as haemorrhoids.
Varicose
Veins Recipe
20 drops Cypress
10 drops Juniper
10 drops Rosemary
10 drops Lavender
100mL Almond Oil |
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Directions
Apply 2 x daily to affected area.
Haemorrhoids
Witch
Hazel Ointment is formulated with Cypress Oil and
Tea Tree Oil to bring temporary relief to the discomfort
of haemorrhoids.
If symptoms persist, consult a medical practioner
Directions
Use Witch hazel for haemorrhoids
Apply 2 to 3 times daily
Poor Circulation
Massage Oil for poor circulation - 'Lively Legs'
Directions: Apply to body every morning after shower
Lifestyle recommendations include regular exercise,
avoiding alcohol, smoking and maintaining ideal weight.
Aromatic
Bath
3 drops Cypress
2 drops Grapefruit
2 drops Geranium
3 drops Lavender |
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Directions
Soak
in bath for 10-15 minutes.
Dietary changes are important as there is mounting
evidence for the relationship between food and our
circulatory health. Adopting a diet that emphasises
fruits, vegetables, whole grains and limited animal
products. Decrease refined sugar and dairy products
and avoid salt where possible. Supplements:
Vitamin B's
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Pycnogenol
Zinc Selenium
