Shirley Price Aromatherapy

The Shirley Price Aromatherapy Factory in Hinckley, England

2012-01-23T09:42:00.000-08:00

The Shirley Price Aromatherapy gang in the factory. Chloe, Gill, Sue, Kelly, Rosie. Thanks guys.

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma - how the hours work out

2012-01-23T09:38:00.000-08:00

Aromatherapy Syllabus

Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology

Classroom or distance learning 65 hours

Self directed study 150 hours

Aromatherapy

Practical applied aromatherapy

Therapeutic Massage

Practical Blending

Classroom 80 hours (includes 60 hours therapeutic massage)

Self directed study 120 hours

Theory of aromatherapy

Classroom or distance learning 70 hours

Self directed study 100 hours

Therapeutic relationships

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 10 hours

Professional studies

Legislation, conduct, ethics

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 20 hours

Reflective practice

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 20 hours

Understanding research

Classroom or distance learning 7 hours

Self directed study 10 hours

Hours

Minimum contact hours 94 hours

Maximum distance learning hours 156 hours

Total taught hours 250 hours

Minimum self directed study 450 hours

through reading, case studies, essay, practice

Shirley Price Aromatherapy

Contact hours on taught diploma 175 hours

Minimum distance learning and assignments 75 hours

Including anatomy and physiology, pathology 65 hours

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'Appy days with ShirleyPrice.co.uk on Android

2012-01-23T06:11:00.001-08:00

23rd / January / 2012 By: Ian Brealey

Now on Android. Distributors keep in touch with Shirley Price product and training news and therapists can order on the go from Amazon with free next day delivery on the go with our new Android app!

Shirley Price customers now have easy access on the move, with our brand new Android app.

Available now for FREE on Android marketplace, the ShirleyPrice.co.uk Android app allows shop owners to quickly view products and Shirley Price training news and media. This latest ShirleyPrice.co.uk feature release means distributors can stay tuned in to their online business. The android app can also be downloaded to a laptop or ipad. Setup couldn’t be more straight forward: simply get the app from Android Marketplace and install it. All vital data is accessible any time any place.

Ian Brealey, from the UK’s leading online aromatherapy provider comments on the company’s first development in mobile:

“The Android app is the first of our mobile releases for 2012. It’s a neat and useful application which keeps our users in 40 countries worldwide up to date, which can only make life easier. Another project in the mobile space includes full mCommerce: allowing customers to have a mobile optimised version of ShirleyPrice.co.uk for mobile visitors, which we know are on the up.”

The FREE ShirleyPrice.co.uk Android app is available for download now on Android marketplace. Simply search for Shirley Price in the marketplace, or click here to download the app onto your smart phone direct.

For more information and support on the ShirleyPrice.co.uk Android app free to contact us on info@shirleypricearomatherapy.com call 01455615466.

SP Valentines day ad in Salon magazine

Nutrition -Revise Type 2 Diabetes

2012-01-22T14:48:00.000-08:00

http://www.veglov.com/2011/10/natural-diabetes-health-ten-tips-for.html

Read more
http://www.naturalnews.com/025739.html

Vegetarian Society
https://www.vegsoc.org/

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Aromatherapy - further reading

2012-01-22T14:07:00.000-08:00

Document references

Sixth Report. Complementary and Alternative Medicine, House of Lords Select Committee on Science and Technology, November 2000
Complementary medicine: information pack for primary care groups, Dept of Health, June 2000
Aromatherapy Council
Perry N, Perry E; Aromatherapy in the management of psychiatric disorders: clinical and neuropharmacological perspectives. CNS Drugs. 2006;20(4):257-80. [abstract]
Kiecolt-Glaser JK, Graham JE, Malarkey WB, et al; Olfactory influences on mood and autonomic, endocrine, and immune function. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2008 Apr;33(3):328-39. [abstract]
Howard S, Hughes BM; Expectancies, not aroma, explain impact of lavender aromatherapy on psychophysiological indices of relaxation in young healthy women. Br J Health Psychol. 2008 Nov;13(Pt 4):603-17. Epub 2007 Sep 7. [abstract]
Thomas KJ, Nicholl JP, Coleman P; Use and expenditure on complementary medicine in England: a population based survey. Complement Ther Med. 2001 Mar;9(1):2-11. [abstract]
Lewith GT, Hyland M, Gray SF; Attitudes to and use of complementary medicine among physicians in the United Kingdom. Complement Ther Med. 2001 Sep;9(3):167-72. [abstract]
Thomas KJ, Coleman P, Nicholl JP; Trends in access to complementary or alternative medicines via primary care in England: 1995-2001 results from a follow-up national survey. Fam Pract. 2003 Oct;20(5):575-7. [abstract]
Safe Alternative Medicine. Expert advice on alternative medicine. Accessed February 2009
Henley DV, Lipson N, Korach KS, et al; Prepubertal gynecomastia linked to lavender and tea tree oils. N Engl J Med. 2007 Feb 1;356(5):479-85. [abstract]
Attia Ltd; response to gynecomastia allegations: Prepubertal gynaecomastia linked to Lavender and Tea Tree Oil (2007); Call for the Journal of New England Medicine to publish a retraction
Trattner A, David M, Lazarov A; Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oils. Contact Dermatitis. 2008 May;58(5):282-4. [abstract]
Wye L, Sharp D, Shaw A; The impact of NHS based primary care complementary therapy services on health BMC Complement Altern Med. 2009 Mar 6;9:5. [abstract]
Smith CA, Collins CT, Cyna AM, et al; Complementary and alternative therapies for pain management in labour. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(2):CD003521. [abstract]
Burns E, Zobbi V, Panzeri D, et al; Aromatherapy in childbirth: a pilot randomised controlled trial. BJOG. 2007 Jul;114(7):838-44. Epub 2007 May 16. [abstract]
van der Watt G, Janca A; Aromatherapy in nursing and mental health care. Contemp Nurse. 2008 Aug;30(1):69-75. [abstract]
van der Watt G, Laugharne J, Janca A; Complementary and alternative medicine in the treatment of anxiety and depression. Curr Opin Psychiatry. 2008 Jan;21(1):37-42. [abstract]
Thorgrimsen L, Spector A, Wiles A, et al; Aroma therapy for dementia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(3):CD003150. [abstract]
Nguyen QA, Paton C; The use of aromatherapy to treat behavioural problems in dementia. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2008 Apr;23(4):337-46. [abstract]
Cooke B, Ernst E; Aromatherapy: a systematic review. Br J Gen Pract. 2000 Jun;50(455):493-6. [abstract]
Kyle G, Marks-Maran D; Focus group interviews: how aromatherapists feel about changing their practice through undertaking a randomised controlled trial? Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2008 Aug;14(3):204-11. Epub 2008 Mar 6. [abstract]
Hay IC, Jamieson M, Ormerod AD; Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata. Arch Dermatol. 1998 Nov;134(11):1349-52. [abstract]
Delamere FM, Sladden MM, Dobbins HM, et al; Interventions for alopecia areata. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008 Apr 16;(2):CD004413. [abstract]
van den Biggelaar FJ, Smolders J, Jansen JF; Complementary and alternative medicine in alopecia areata. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2010;11(1):11-20. doi: 10.2165/11530040-000000000-00000. [abstract]
Esmonde L, Long AF; Complementary therapy use by persons with multiple sclerosis: benefits and research priorities. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2008 Aug;14(3):176-84. Epub 2008 May 7. [abstract]

Internet and further reading

Happy New Year

2012-01-22T10:06:00.001-08:00

Thomas Avery Garran

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Western-According-Traditional-Chinese-Medicine/dp/159477191X/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1327262946&sr=8-2-fkmr0

Peter Holmes

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Energetics-Western-Herbs-MedicaTIntrgrating-Therapeutics/dp/1890029424/ref=sr_1_10?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1327263688&sr=1-10

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Revise - Module One 10 step aromatherapy massage treatment

2012-01-20T15:29:00.000-08:00

Module One - Therapeutic massage includes a ten step aromatherapy massage, introduction to aromatherapy blending and ends with a session to make your own cleansers, toners, lotions and creams.

Module One runs monthly. Next Module One - February 2012. Call 01455615466.

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ten step Shirley Price Aromatherapy Massage
Sp1 Watch   Facial cleanse
Sp2 Watch   Back massage
Sp3 Watch   Back of legs Massage
Sp4 Watch   Front of legs massage
Sp5 Watch
Sp6 Watch Arms and hands massage
Sp7 Watch Shoulders and facial massage
Sp8 Watch Scalp Massage
Sp9 Watch
Sp10 Watch Treatment and untowelling

Our teaching principle is 'see one, do one, teach one'. Module One runs monthly. Kindly call the college secretary Rosie Brandrick on 01455 615466 to book your place.

Swiss reflex
Aromatherapy

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma 16-20 January Hinckley

2012-01-17T08:36:00.000-08:00

Day One

AM Introduction to Aromatherapy, definition, history, effects, storage, basic properties, uses of essential oils, carrier oils properties. Homework

PM Practical, Female model. Aromatherapy blending practical exercise one, practical exercise two. Aromatherapy facial cleanse and tone on a model. making toners with hydrolats for dry and oily skin. Restorative moisturiser cream.

A highlight for me was for the four students each making the same blend and then comparing their impressions of their own and others blends and the success of differant blending techniques. very motivating.

Nice observable introduction to essential oils, energy and behavioural kinesiology (though we did not mention the words!).
http://www.veritaspub.com/

Day Two

AM Theory Handouts History, Essential Oils, Aromatic Blending, Materia Aromatica profiles. A&P Theory.

PM Practical Male model. Towels and screens, A&P practical. Back Massage - effleurage (effleurer - to touch lightly) pettrisage. Shoulder Massage. Revise cleanse and tone.

Todays highlight was using yesterdays blend in massage. We are building to a full 2 hour aromatherapy massage treatment with cleanse, facepack, tone and moisturise.

Day Three

Theory AM. Blending exercise. Therapeutic cross reference chart. Carrier oils. PM Practical scalp massage meridian lines and points. Back of legs massage. Using the day one massage blend. Putting it together. Cleanse and tone. Back massage. Back of legs massage. Turnover. Moisturise. Shoulder massage. Scalp massage.

Day Four

Theory AM. The aromatherapy consultation. identifying conditions. Tips for practice. PM Practical Front of leg massage, Foot massage. Putting it all together in a 10 step aromatherapy treatment.

Day Five

Theory AM. PM Practical. 10 step aromatherapy treatment. In the final practical session you make your own Cleanser, Toners, White Lotion and cream. Ingredients Lannette wax, Fractionated cooconut oil. Distilled water. Grapefruit extract. Course Completion certificates.

Module One runs monthly. Next Module One in February, This class Module Two in March.

Aromatherapy - treat or treatment?

2012-01-15T04:28:00.001-08:00

"Even if we cant always see the science we can see the results - increasingly we are seeing the science.

A more natural diet, a more natural exercise, a more natural health. By working with our environment we can extend our lives (and our enjoyment of them) by as much as 10 years.

Its as simple as that."

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Revise - Conditions benefitting from qualified aromatherapy treatments

2012-01-15T02:04:00.001-08:00

This is 40 of the more common conditions covered by the aromatherapy syllabus and so of interest to students. The graduate list is almost endless! I like the blend recipes in Valerie Worwoods books. The link has a descriptor of the condition and the link to more information. Aromatherapists tend to work in an NHS setting in hospices and with GP referrals so students should have an early awareness of the language of the professionals they will be serving and to be able to discuss their clients symptoms. Often early symptoms like gout or pruritis can be early warning of more severe trouble ahead requiring radical diet and exercise revision now which the aromatherapist can support. Usually diet revision means a more natural diet so aromatherapists can advise on how to make that more palatable for the client and their family.

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Symptoms

Here are some of the more common conditions benefitting from aromatherapy treatments

Acne
Alopecia
Amenorrhoea
Arthritis – osteo
Arthritis – rheumatoid
Asthma
Athlete’s foot
Bruise
Catarrh
Cellulite
Chilblains
Colds and flu
Cold sore
Cramp
Cystitis
Depression
Diarrhoea
Dysmenorrhoea
Eczema
Fever
Gout
Headache
Hypertension
Hypotension
Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
Insect bite/sting
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Laryngitis
Menopause
Menorrhagia
Migraine
Neuralgia
Oedema
Psoriasis
Raynaud’s Disease
Sciatica
Sinusitis
Sprain
Stress, stress management
Sunburn
Thrush
Tonsillitis
Varicose veins
Wart/verruca

Acne

Acne is a chronic skin condition that affects most people at some point during their life. It causes spots to develop on the skin, usually on the face, back and chest. The symptoms of acne can be mild, moderate or severe.

Acne is thought to be caused by changes in hormones that are triggered during puberty.

Acne can cause great distress and have an adverse effect on a person’s quality of life and self-esteem.

Therefore, healthcare professionals recognise that the condition requires effective and sometimes aggressive treatment.

Alopecia

Alopecia is the medical term that describes a loss of hair and sometimes baldness.

Sometimes, hair loss is a side effect of the cancer treatment medicines that are used in chemotherapy. In these cases, hair loss is usually temporary. However, any type of hair loss can reduce confidence and self-esteem.

Amenorrhoea

A period is when blood leaves the womb through the vagina. This happens about every 28 days. Girls most commonly start their periods around the age of 12.

It is normal for a female to not have any periods under the following circumstances:

When a girl has not yet gone through puberty.

When a woman is pregnant, breastfeeding or going through the menopause (usually at the age of 40 or older).

When a woman has had a hysterectomy (operation to remove the womb).

However, an absence of periods when they should normally occur, known as amenorrhoea, may indicate an underlying health problem or severe weight loss (see Causes). When there is amenorrhoea, ovulation (the release of eggs) does not occur.

Amenorrhoea may be categorised as either primary or secondary.

Arthritis – osteo

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation (swelling) of the joints and bones. The main symptoms of arthritis include:

pain

stiffness

restricted movements of the joints

inflammation and swelling

warmth and redness of the skin over the joint

In the UK, arthritis is a very common condition, affecting over 9 million people.

The most common forms of arthritis are:

osteoarthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

The characteristics of these two conditions are discussed below. Other types of arthritis are listed in the box, below left.

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in the UK, affecting an estimated 8.5 million people.

In people affected by osteoarthritis, the cartilage (connective tissue) between their bones gradually wastes away (degenerates), leading to painful rubbing of bone on bone in the joints. The most frequently affected joints are in the:

hands

spine

knees

hips

Osteoarthritis often develops in people who are over 50 years of age. However, it can develop at any age as a result of an injury or another joint-related condition.

The cause of osteoarthritis is not fully understood. One theory is that some people are genetically predisposed to developing osteoarthritis, which means that they have an increased likelihood of inheriting it from their parents. However, this theory has not yet been proven.

See the Health A-Z topic about Osteoarthritis for more information and advice about the condition.

Arthritis – rheumatoid

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation (swelling) of the joints and bones. The main symptoms of arthritis include:

pain

stiffness

restricted movements of the joints

inflammation and swelling

warmth and redness of the skin over the joint

In the UK, arthritis is a very common condition, affecting over 9 million people.

The most common forms of arthritis are:

osteoarthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

The characteristics of these two conditions are discussed below. Other types of arthritis are listed in the box, below left.

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis is a more severe, but less common, form of arthritis than osteoarthritis. It occurs when the body's immune system attacks and destroys the affected joints, causing pain and swelling to occur. This can lead to a reduction in movement and the breakdown of bone and cartilage.

In the UK, rheumatoid arthritis affects around 400,000 people, and it often starts between 40 and 50 years of age. Women are three times more likely to be affected by the condition than men.

Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by a fault in the immune system (the body’s natural defence against illness and infection) that makes the body attack its own tissues. The fault may be inherited genetically (passed on from a family member).

See the Health A-Z topic about Rheumatoid arthritis for more information and advice about the condition.

Asthma

Asthma is a long-term condition that can cause a cough, wheezing and breathlessness. The severity of the symptoms varies from person to person. Asthma can be controlled well in most people most of the time.

In the UK, 5.4 million people are currently receiving treatment for asthma. That is 1 in every 12 adults and 1 in every 11 children. Asthma in adults is more common in women than men.

If you are diagnosed with asthma as a child, the symptoms may disappear during your teenage years. However, asthma can return in adulthood. If childhood symptoms of asthma are moderate to severe, it is more likely that the condition will persist or return later in life. However, asthma does not only start in young people and can develop at any age.

The cause of asthma is not fully understood, but it is known that asthma often runs in families. You are more likely to have asthma if one or both of your parents has the condition.

Athlete’s foot

Athlete’s foot is a very common condition. It is caused by a fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet.

Athlete’s foot is usually mild and often affects the skin between the toes, causing it to become red, flaky and itchy. The medical name for athlete’s foot is tinea pedis. Athlete’s foot is usually easy to treat with antifungal medication.

Bruise

Bruises are bluish or purple-coloured patches that appear on the skin when tiny blood vessels, called capillaries, break or burst underneath. The blood from the capillaries leaks into the soft tissue under your skin, causing the discolouration. Over time this fades through shades of yellow or green.

Bruises often feel tender or swollen at first.

Catarrh

Catarrh is an excessive build-up of mucus in one of the airways or cavities of the body. It is usually found inside the nose, but it can also occur in the:

throat

ears

chest

Catarrh is not a condition in itself, but a symptom of a condition such as:

the common cold or another infection

hay fever or other type of allergic rhinitis

non-allergic rhinitis (sensitivity to environmental triggers)

nasal polyps (fleshy swellings inside the nose)

Cellulite

Cellulite is a cosmetic problem caused by fatty deposits that form underneath the skin. It is not related to cellulitis.

Losing weight is the best way of dealing with cellulite.

Cellulitis is an infection of the deeper layers of the skin and the underlying tissue. The main symptom of cellulitis is the affected area of skin suddenly turning red, painful swollen and hot.

Cellulitis can have a wide range of causes, although it is usually caused by a type of bacteria called group A streptococcus.

Chilblains

Chilblains are small, itchy swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. They affect the body's extremities, such as the toes, fingers, heels, ears and nose. Chilblains are uncomfortable but can be prevented.

Chilblains can be:

acute (short-term), developing within 12-24 hours after exposure to the cold and getting better after one to two weeks if you keep warm

chronic, lasting for a minimum of five months a year for the past three years and causing persistent sores that can lead to scarring

Colds and flu

One-third of Britons think flu is just a bad cold, but each year thousands of people die of complications following flu. Find out how colds and flu differ.

Colds and flu share some of the same symptoms (sneezing, coughing, sore throat), but are caused by different viruses. Flu can be much more serious than a cold.

If you're generally fit and healthy, you can usually manage the symptoms of a cold or flu yourself without seeing a doctor. Look after yourself by resting, drinking non-alcoholic fluids to avoid dehydration and avoiding strenuous activity. Painkillers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol can relieve aches and pains.

Some people need to take extra care as they're more at risk of serious chest complications, such as pneumonia and bronchitis. People over 65 are more at risk of complications. People under 65, including children, are more at risk of complications if they have:

serious heart or chest complaints, including asthma

serious kidney disease or liver disease

diabetes

lowered immunity due to disease or treatment

had a stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

Everyone in an at-risk group is eligible for a free flu vaccination. This is the best protection against the virus. Find out who is offered the flu jab.

Cold sore

Cold sores are small, blister-like lesions that usually appear around the mouth. They are caused by the herpes simplex viruses. The strain that usually causes them around the mouth is herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1).

In rare cases, cold sores can also be caused by the herpes simplex type 2 virus (HSV-2). This can happen as a result of having oral sex with a man or woman who has genital herpes.

Cramp

Leg cramps are a common, annoying but usually harmless condition that cause sudden muscle pain in the leg. Leg cramps usually occur in the calf muscles below the knee, although they can affect any part of the leg.

In three out of four cases, leg cramps occur at night during sleep.

Cystitis
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder. It's usually caused by an infection in the bladder, but can also be caused by irritation or damage (from friction during sex, for example).

Symptoms of cystitis are:

an urgent need to urinate often

pain or stinging when you urinate

Cystitis usually passes within a few days, or sometimes may need treatment with antibiotics.

Untreated bladder infections can cause kidney infections.

Depression

Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days.

We all go through spells of feeling down, but when you're depressed, you feel persistently sad for weeks or months rather than just a few days.

Some people still think that depression is trivial and not a genuine health condition. They're wrong. Depression is a real illness with real symptoms, and it's not a sign of weakness or something you can 'snap out of' by 'pulling yourself together'.

The good news is that with the right treatment and support, most people can make a full recovery from depression.

Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is passing loose or watery faeces more than three times a day. It affects almost everyone from time to time and is usually nothing to worry about.

A common cause in both children and adults is gastroenteritis, an infection of the bowel. Gastroenteritis may be caused by:

a virus, such as a norovirus or rotavirus

bacteria, which is often found in contaminated food

a parasite

See Diarrhoea - causes for more information.

Bouts of diarrhoea in adults may also be brought on by anxiety or drinking too much coffee or alcohol. Diarrhoea may also be a side effect of a medication.

Dysmenorrhoea

Most women experience some form of period pain during their lifetime. The medical term for period pain is dysmenorrhoea. The pain caused by menstruation is usually felt in your lower abdominal area, but can also spread to your back and thighs.

Eczema

Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked. It is a long-term, or chronic, condition.

Atopic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is the most common form of eczema. It mainly affects children, but can continue into adulthood.

Atopic eczema commonly occurs in areas with folds of skin such as:

behind the knees

on the front of the elbows

on the side of the neck

around the eyes and ears

Fever

A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5°C is a fever.

As a parent it can be very worrying if your child has a high temperature, however, it is very common and often clears up on its own.

A quick and easy way to find out if your child has a fever is to take their temperature using a thermometer.

Gout

Gout is a common type of arthritis. The symptoms of gout include painful swelling and inflammation in one or more of the joints. Gout usually affects the big toe, but it can develop in any joint in the body.

Headache

More than one in 5 people get headaches, making them one of the most common health complaints, but most are easily treated.

Most headaches aren’t serious and can be treated with pharmacy remedies and lifestyle changes, such as getting more rest and drinking enough fluids.

Hypertension

Known as the 'silent killer', high blood pressure rarely has obvious symptoms.

Around 30% of people in England have high blood pressure but many don't know it. If left untreated, high blood pressure increases your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

The only way of knowing there is a problem is to have your blood pressure measured.

All adults should have their blood pressure checked at least every five years. If you haven’t had yours measured, or you don’t know what your blood pressure reading is, ask your GP to check it for you.

Hypotension

Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is where the blood pressure in your arteries is abnormally low.

It's usually the case that the lower your blood pressure, the healthier you are.

Naturally low blood pressure is unlikely to cause any symptoms and is normally nothing to worry about. However, if your blood pressure drops too low, it can restrict the amount of blood flowing to your brain and other vital organs, which can cause fainting or dizziness and lightheadedness.

See your GP if you experience any symptoms of low blood pressure and you are concerned.

All adults should have their blood pressure checked at least every five years. If you haven't had yours measured or don't know what your reading is, ask your GP to check it.

Indigestion (Dyspepsia)

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen (tummy).

If you have indigestion, you may experience a number of symptoms, including:

heartburn, a burning sensation that is caused by acid passing from the stomach into the oesophagus (gullet)

regurgitation (food coming back up from the stomach)

bloating

nausea (feeling sick)

vomiting (being sick)

Insect bite/sting

Insect bites are puncture wounds caused by insects. In the UK, insects that bite include:

midges

mosquitoes

fleas

bedbugs

ticks

When an insect bites, it releases saliva that can cause:

inflammation (redness and swelling)

blisters

irritation

The symptoms of insect bites can vary depending on the type of insect and the sensitivity of the person who is bitten. For example, some people may have a small, itchy lump after they are bitten, which only lasts for a few hours. Others may develop a more serious reaction, such as blistering and a number of itchy, red lumps. See Insect bites - symptoms for more information.

Insomnia

Insomnia is difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep for long enough to feel refreshed the next morning, even though you've had enough opportunity to sleep.

Most people have problems sleeping at some point in their life. It's thought that a third of people in the UK have bouts of insomnia. Insomnia tends to be more common in women and more likely to occur with age.

It's difficult to define what normal sleep is as everyone is different. Your age, lifestyle, environment and diet all play a part in influencing the amount of sleep you need.

The most common symptoms of insomnia are:

difficulty falling asleep

waking up during the night

waking up early in the morning

feeling irritable and tired and finding it difficult to function during the day

Stress and anxiety are a common cause of insomnia, but it can also be caused by conditions such as depression,schizophrenia or asthma, some medications and alcohol or drug misuse.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is a common condition of the digestive system and can cause bouts of stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

There's no cure for IBS, but the symptoms can be relieved by changing your diet and lifestyle. Sometimes medication can help, too.

IBS isn't a dangerous condition. There's no obvious abnormality of the bowel, and, although it can feel uncomfortable, the condition poses no serious threat to your health. For example, it won't increase your chances of developing cancer or other bowel conditions.

The precise cause of IBS is unclear, but it may be triggered by stress, problems with your immune system or a problem with how the muscles of your gut squeeze food through your bowel.

The symptoms of IBS usually come on for the first time between the ages of 20 and 30. They're not usually continuous, but tend to come and go in bouts, often during times of stress or after eating certain foods.

The symptoms can vary from one person to another and be worse in some people than others.

But most people experience either diarrhoea or constipation or bouts of both, and sometimes notice mucus in their stools. It's also common to find that painful cramps ease after you've been to the toilet to open your bowels.

Laryngitis

Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx (voice box). Symptoms of laryngitis include:

hoarseness,

loss of voice, and

sore throat.

The larynx

The larynx is a tube-like structure found at the entrance of the trachea (windpipe). The lump you can see at the front of your throat, commonly known as the Adam’s apple, is your larynx.

The larynx has three main functions:

It helps channel oxygen into your trachea when you breathe.

It acts like a valve, closing off the trachea when you swallow to prevent food or liquid entering your airways.

It contains two membranes (the vocal cords) which vibrate as air passes through them, producing the sound of your voice.

Laryngitis causes these membranes to become inflamed. They cannot vibrate properly, which leads to the loss of voice associated with laryngitis.

Types of laryngitis

There are two main types of laryngitis:

Acute laryngitis, where symptoms do not last longer than three weeks.

Chronic laryngitis, where symptoms persist for longer than three weeks.

Menopause

The menopause is sometimes known as the 'change of life' and is marked by the ending of menstruation (when a woman's periods stop).

A woman’s periods do not usually stop suddenly. They generally become less frequent, the odd period is missed and then they stop altogether.

When it happens

In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach the menopause is 52.

A woman is said to have reached the menopause once she has not had a period for one year. After this point, she can be described as post-menopausal.

If the menopause occurs in a woman who is under 45 years of age, it is known as premature menopause. It is estimated that premature menopause affects 1% of women under the age of 40 and 0.1% of women under the age of 30.

What happens?

During the time leading up to the menopause (perimenopause), the hormonal and biological changes that are associated with the menopause begin. As a result of these hormonal changes, many women experience both physical and emotional symptoms, such as hot flushes, night sweats and irritability (see Symptoms of menopausefor more information).

The menopause is the end of egg production (ovulation). This occurs as a result of falling levels of the female sex hormone oestrogen, which regulates a woman’s periods.

Menorrhagia

Heavy periods, also called menorrhagia, are when a woman loses an excessive amount of blood during several consecutive periods.

A period is part of a woman's menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is the time from the first day of a woman’s period to the day before her next period. A period is a bleed from the womb (uterus) that is released through the vagina. It happens approximately every 28 days, although anywhere between 24 and 35 days is common.

Periods can begin when girls are between eight and 16 years of age, but they usually start around 12 years of age. They continue every month until the menopause (when a woman’s periods stop), which usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age.

Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia is the medical name for heavy periods. Menorrhagia can occur by itself or in combination with other symptoms, such as menstrual pain (dysmenorrhoea).

Heavy bleeding does not necessarily mean there is anything seriously wrong, but it can affect a woman physically, emotionally and socially, and can cause disruption to everyday life.

Migraine

A migraine is a severe headache usually felt as a throbbing pain at the front or on one side of the head. Some people also have other symptoms, such as nausea and sensitivity to light.

Migraine is a common health condition, affecting about 15% of adults in the UK.

There are two types of migraine:

Migraine with aura is when you have a warning sign, known as aura, before the migraine begins. About a third of people with migraine have this. Warning signs may include visual problems (such as flashing lights) and stiffness in the neck, shoulders or limbs.

Migraine without aura

For more information, see Migraine – symptoms.

There are five stages to a migraine although not everyone will experience all of these.

Neuralgia

Neuralgia is a term that describes nerve pain. Postherpetic neuralgia is a nerve pain that occurs at the site of a previous attack of a condition called shingles (see below).

The pain of postherpetic neuralgia may be intense and can take the form of:

burning

stabbing

aching

itching

an ‘electric shock’

sensitivity of the skin in the affected area

Shingles

Shingles is a condition that is caused by re-activation of the varicella-zoster virus, which lies dormant (inactive) in the nerves following a chickenpox infection earlier in life. The virus becomes active in two or three nerve roots and causes a flu-like illness.

Shingles can occur at any age but is more common in older people or those whose immune system has been weakened by medications such as steroids, or people havingchemotherapy.

Shingles most commonly affects the nerves of the chest and face but it can affect any nerve. Shingles usually causes pain and a rash on one side of the body only (unilateral). Sometimes, the pain develops before the rash.

In most cases, the rash and pain of shingles lasts two to four weeks. The rash is similar to the chickenpox rash, with small blisters that burst, heal and leave small scars on the skin. Postherpetic neuralgia occurs when the nerve pain that is caused by shingles continues for longer than three months after the rash has healed.

It is not possible to get shingles from someone with chickenpox. The varicella-zoster virus already exists inside the body and is re-activated. If you have grandchildren who have chickenpox, looking after them while they have the condition can actually boost your immunity. If you have shingles, it is possible for someone who has never had chickenpox to develop chickenpox, particularly if they come into direct contact with the rash.

Oedema

Oedema is the medical term for fluid retention in the body.

It occurs when there is a build-up of fluid (mainly water) in the body's tissues, causing swelling to occur in the affected area.

As well as swelling or puffiness of the skin, oedema can cause:

skin discolouration

fluid-filled areas of skin that temporarily hold the imprint of your finger when pressed (known as pitting oedema)

aching, tender limbs

stiff joints

weight gain or weight loss

raised blood pressure and pulse rate

Oedema is often a symptom of an underlying condition. It can also be caused by a variety of factors such as high salt intake in the diet or being immobile for long periods of time (see below).

Lymphoedema

A common cause of fluid build-up in the tissues is a condition called lymphoedema. It occurs when the lymphatic system is damaged or disrupted.

The lymphatic system is a series of glands (lymph nodes) throughout the body. They are connected by a network of vessels, much like blood vessels. Fluid surrounding the body tissues normally drains from the tissues into the nearby lymph vessels to be transported away and emptied back into the blood.

If the lymphatic vessels are not working properly, for example because they are blocked, excess fluid cannot be reabsorbed and builds up in the tissues.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales. The condition is not infectious and most people are affected only in small patches on their body.

Psoriasis affects around 2% of people in the UK. It can start at any age, but most often develops between the ages of 11 and 45.

The severity of psoriasis varies greatly from person to person. For some people, it is just a minor irritation, but for others it has a major impact on their quality of life.

Psoriasis is a long-lasting (chronic) disease that can return at any time. There may be times when you have no symptoms or very mild symptoms, followed by times when the symptoms are severe.

Outlook

There is no cure for psoriasis, but a range of treatments can improve symptoms and the appearance of the affected skin patches.

Raynaud’s Disease

Raynaud’s disease is a common condition that affects the blood supply to certain parts of the body, usually the fingers and toes.

You may have heard of it referred to as Raynaud’s syndrome, Raynaud’s phenomenon or just Raynaud's.

Sciatica

Sciatica is the name given to any sort of pain that is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.

The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It runs from the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks, and all the way down both legs, ending at your feet.

When something compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve, it can cause a pain that radiates out from your lower back and travels down your leg to your calf. Sciatic pain can range from being mild to very painful.

A slipped disc is the most common identified cause of sciatica, but in some cases there is no obvious cause

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is inflammation (swelling) of the lining of the sinuses, caused by a viral or bacterial infection.

The sinuses are small, air-filled cavities behind your cheekbones and forehead (see below).

Sinusitis typically causes a high temperature, pain and tenderness in the face, and a blocked or runny nose.

It is a common condition and can affect people of any age.

Sprain

Sprains and strains are a very common type of injury that affect the muscles and ligaments. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue around joints that connect one bone to another. They help to keep the bones together and stable.

Symptoms of sprains and strains include:

pain

swelling and inflammation

loss of movement in the affected body part

Sprains

A sprain occurs when one or more of your ligaments have been stretched, twisted, or torn, usually as a result of excessive force being applied to a joint. The most common locations for a sprain to occur are:

the knee - which can become strained when a person turns quickly during sports or other physical activities

the ankle - which can become strained when walking or running on an uneven surface

the wrist - which can become strained when a person falls onto their hand

the thumb - which can become strained during intense and repetitive physical activity, such as playing a racquet sport

Strains

A strain occurs when the muscle fibres stretch or tear. They usually occur for one of two reasons:

when the muscle has been stretched beyond its limits

when the muscle has been forced to contract (shorten too quickly)

Strains can develop as the result of an accident, or during physical or sporting activities, such as running or playing football.

The most common types of strains are:

hamstring strains - the hamstrings are muscles that run down the back of the leg and are connected to the hip and knee joints

gastrocnemius and soleus strains - the gastrocnemius and soleus are the medical name for the muscles of the calf

quadriceps strains - the quadriceps are muscles located at the front of the thigh

lumbar strains - the lumbar muscles are found in the lower back

Stress, stress management

Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure.

Pressure turns into stress when you feel unable to cope. People have different ways of reacting to stress, so a situation that feels stressful to one person may in fact be motivating to another.

Many of life’s demands can cause stress, especially work, relationships and money problems, and when you feel stressed, it can affect everything you do.

Revise - Insomnia causes substantial long term effects on peoples physical and mental wellbeing

2012-01-14T19:35:00.001-08:00

Doctors should routinely question patients about sleep problems, as insomnia can increase the risk of a number of serious health conditions, experts say..
Left untreated, insomnia can increase the risk of developing potentially life-threatening conditions such as depression, diabetes and high blood pressure, but it often goes unrecognised and untreated, a review published online in The Lancet stated.
Around one in four adults experiences sleep problems, and up to one in ten suffers from insomnia. Typical symptoms include having difficulty falling or staying asleep, or feeling unrefreshed after a night's sleep. During the day people with insomnia can also suffer from fatigue, trouble concentrating and mood disturbances.
Most people with the condition are vulnerable to recurrent episodes and research suggests that nearly 70 per cent of those with insomnia continue to experience symptoms a year later, and half still have insomnia up to three years later.
The authors of the review, Dr Charles Morin from the Université Laval, Québec City, and Ruth Benca from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, said insomnia can lead to "substantial long-term effects" on people's physical and mental wellbeing.
People with insomnia are more than five times as likely to experience anxiety and depression, are at more than double the risk of developing congestive heart failure and diabetes, and are at a higher risk of premature death, the authors said.
They highlighted a study which found that people with insomnia were seven times more likely to abuse alcohol or drugs over the next three and a half years compared to those without the condition.
Although many with insomnia turn to over-the-counter medicines for the sleep disorder, the authors said there was "little evidence" of their effectiveness.
Despite the widespread use of prescription drugs and many turning to over-the-counter treatments for insomnia, the long-term use of these drugs has not been not been well studied, the authors said.
The National Institutes of Health in the US states that only two treatments - cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and approved hypnotic drugs - have sufficient evidence to support their use for the treatment of insomnia.
CBT uses psychological and behavioural methods such as relaxation techniques, sleep restriction, stimulus control, and education about sleep hygiene (e.g. diet, exercise, and the bedroom environment).
In addition to being an effective treatment for insomnia, CBT does not carry the risk of side effects, a clear advantage over drug treatment, said the authors, who added there was a shortage of therapists.
"Although CBT is not readily available in most clinical settings, access and delivery can be made easier through the use of innovative methods such as telephone consultations, group therapy, and self-help approaches via the internet," the authors said.
"In view of the high prevalence and substantial morbidities of insomnia, patients should routinely be asked about sleep problems by health-care providers.
"There is an urgent need for more public education about sleep and broader dissemination of evidence-based therapies for insomnia, and education and training to prepare health-practitioners to attend and treat insomnia complaints according to clinical guidelines."

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Revise - clinical trials

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Clinical-trials/Pages/Introduction.aspx

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Natural wisdom

2012-01-13T01:55:00.000-08:00

Sunflower inspires Solar Array

Bio-Fach

2012-01-13T01:52:00.000-08:00

BioFach
together with Vivaness Feb 15-18

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Kindle for the PC

2012-01-13T01:21:00.000-08:00

did you know? you can get the Kindle for the PC or iPad. So for example Download Patricia Davis' A-Z of Essential Oils, go to the glossary of actions and oils at the end, click on the word for the dictionary definition. A great learning experience for students. Also available in German and other languages. The chemistry proving challenging? download Sue Clarkes Essential Oil Chemistry.

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Organic beauty Box

2012-01-13T00:57:00.000-08:00

The Organic Beauty Box opens to show the colourful interior.

Printed with vegetable ink and naturally folds flat

The Science of Frankincense

2012-01-13T00:18:00.001-08:00

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/05/080520110415.htm

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Michael Dell'Orfano

Interesting that they say the connection of Frankincense being psychoactive is poorly understood. It seems pretty simple and straightforward to me. I have been fortunate to study with the amazing Dr. Berkowsky, who writes that Frankincensebinds to THC receptors in the body after it has been inhaled. If it binds to and activates these receptors, than wouldn't the mechanism be fairly similar to when one smokes or ingests cannabis and binds to these same receptors to cause changes in the brain. I assume their have been studies done on cannabis and its psychoactive components, so I bet it works in much the same way. Also, it is interesting to note that if you put a drop of pure Frankincense on a blotter strip and track its scent for 10 or more days, you will notice it starts to smell strikingly like cannabis around day 5 or 6 for the next several days of tracking the scent.

THC Receptors

The Sp Organic Beauty Placecard - we love our lavender!

2012-01-12T12:26:00.000-08:00

Plant based nutrition and health

2012-01-11T02:59:00.000-08:00

So if you adopt a plant based diet and self help you can expect a further ten years of healthy life - ok deal.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Plant-Based-Nutrition-Health-Stephen/dp/0907337260

Lets consider both sides of the case. I live in a country district which is 50% grassland so I can see that the keeping of animals for food is not damaging to the environment. The argentines eat more beef than anyone else and their health is for the most part pretty good. The taking of synthetic medicine if you are really ill is of course inescapable. So scientifically and environmentally you cant say plant good animal bad. However science points us in the direction of at least maintaining a balanced diet and plant based non toxic self help. Plant based self help for the 'worried well' is scientifically sound.

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy, Hinckley - IFPA, FHT Accredited CPD Centre

2012-01-09T13:29:00.000-08:00

January 7th - Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making 11am - 4pm

January 8th  - Qi DROP Therapy

January 9th through to 13th Holistic Skin Care 10am - 4pm

January 14th  - Learning how to make Mineral Makeup 11am - 4pm

January 15th  - Learning how to make Natural Makeup 11am - 4pm

January 16th - Introduction to  Aromatherapy - Blending and mixing  11am - 4pm

January 16th through to 20th  - one at Shirley Price Aromatherapy module College, Hinkley, Leics.

February 13th to 17th Aromatherapy module one

February 18th - The Art of Soap Making 11am - 4pm

February 19th  - Aromatherapy and Reflexology  for the ELDERLY 11am - 4pm

March 14th to 18th - Aromatherapy Module two

March 19th and 20th - Hot Stone Massage 10am - 4pm

May 14th - The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic making 11am - 4pm

May 15th - The Art of SOAP making 11am - 4pm

May 16th to 20th - Aromatherapy module 3

May 21st - Aromatherapy and Reflexology for the ELDERLY 11am - 4pm

May 22nd - Chair Massage 11am - 4pm

June 14th to 18th - Shirley Price Aromatherapy module 4 at College, Hinkley, Leics.

Polyphenols - in tea, citrus, chamomile

2012-01-09T01:51:00.000-08:00

Chamomile can be made into an infusion which is commonly used to help with sleep. Because chamomile can cause uterine contractions which can lead to miscarriage, the U.S. National Institutes for Health says that pregnant and nursing mothers should not consume chamomile. Chrysin, a flavonoid found in chamomile, has been shown to be anxiolytic in rodents, and is believed to be at least partially responsible for chamomile's reputation as a sleep aid. It is known to reduce stress. In the essential oil azulene is formed in the process of distillation which is used for its anti-inflammatory properties.

The case for a vegan diet

2012-01-07T17:27:00.001-08:00

video - the last heart attack

Pictured is the Shirley Price organic beauty logo. Take care of your heart.

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Homeopathy

2012-01-06T00:03:00.000-08:00

Homeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their specific symptoms, a homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient.

More

homeopathy is a tough one for the regulators. if you take a substance which has biological effects and then dilute it can it still be said to have a biological effect and so be a medical device?

weight is placed on the claims of manufacturers. If the substance is claimed to have an effect then it is a medical device and regulated as such.

www.helios.co.uk

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Innovations - Shirley Price Organic Essential oils on Amazon, Folding Boxes

2012-01-05T13:59:00.000-08:00

http://www.shirleyprice.co.uk/shirley-price-organic-oils-at-amazoncouk---free-next-day-delivery-to-10-eu-states-270-c.asp

Coming soon Shirley Price Organic Essential Oils on your phone for Android and iPhone delivered by Amazon free on 24 hour delivery - what will they think of next?!!

Innovative packaging for the Sp Organic Beauty range coming and featuring in Salon Magazine. The box folds flat like a flower so we can print colourfully on the inside of the box as well as the outside. Vegetable ink of course.

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Playing Politics with Aromatherapy - Big Mistake?

2012-01-05T02:33:00.000-08:00

Maldives spas face closure following government ban

Spas across the Maldives are facing closure following pressure from religious groups who said they led to prostitution and alcoholism among locals.

The country's president Mohamed Nasheed issued a statement on Saturday that said: "The government has decided to close massage parlours and spas in the Maldives, following an opposition-led religious protest last week calling for their closure."

The region's spa resorts are one of its leading sources of tourism, netting the nation an estimated $1.5bn a year, some 30% of its GDP.

The president said the closures came as a result of pressure from opposition parties who found massage, as well as sale of pork and alcohol in the mainly Muslim nation, to be offensive.

However, opposition party the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) said the government was using the protests to punish resort owners, many of whom are PPM members.

A spokesman for PPM told Reuters: "We wanted the liquor and massage clinics banned in inhabited islands to prevent prostitution and spread of drugs and alcohol to locals. Nasheed is misusing the demands to take revenge by imposing the ban on resorts owned by the opposition members."

Some of the biggest names in spa are set to be affected by the ban if it is enforced this year. Luxury resort group One & Only operates one of its biggest spas, One & Only Reethi Rah, in the Maldives and The Six Senses group runs Soneva Fushi and Soneva Gili there. Last year, the Per Aquum group, which runs the famous Huvafen Fushi underwater spa resort (pictured) there, opened a second Maldivian resort called Niyama.

COMMENT

This raises the question of whether there is a regulatory structure in place and working in the Maldives and whether the Spas are employing qualified and ethical practitioners of massage. If the spas management are encouraging alcoholism and prostitution then they should of course be replaced and their licences revoked until they can demonstrate a fit and proper environment. There are plenty of ethical and competant practitioners for them to employ and so demonstrate compliance. Muslims in my experience know how to have a good time with aromatherapy better than anyone. The Prophet described the delights to the senses the aromas bring. So it is possible to have a good time without offending religious groups.

But those who have faith and work righteousness, they are companions of the Garden: Therein shall they abide (For ever).

(Surah Al-Baqara, 82)

Christians too see heaven in terms of an aromatic garden. Bede describes visions of heaven in these terms.

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From Pranarom - liver care with essential oils

2012-01-04T12:58:00.001-08:00

In the UK we maintain Essential Oil should not be taken internally. Of course essential oil is taken in the form of flavourings and fragrances in minute quantities. 95% of essential oils are consumed in this way. In France a drop of essential oil (a very very small amount 20 drops equals 1ml) is added to a sugar cube to aid digestion or for specific purposes.

Some essential oils should not be taken internally irrespective of dose as they irritate the mucous membranes so the UK approach is a safe one as far as the general public are concerned. There is a well established professional qualification in aromatherapy and trade bodies of practitioners so always consult a local knowledgeable practioner who will also be qualified in massage and other complementary therapies.

Aromatherapy or complementary therapies should never be considered alternative medicine. Always consult your GP about any symptoms you may have. GPs have spent 10 years in qualifying and practice before becoming a GP so your health is in safe hands should you feel unwell.

http://www.facebook.com/notes/pranar%C3%B4m-aromath%C3%A9rapie-scientifique/detox-du-foie-avec-les-huiles-essentielles/322504674437675

The liver is a key organ in the body. On the one hand, he transforms nutrients into valuablecellular elements. On the other, it is there to "reject" cellular waste and clean up fluids. In addition, the liver is a gland that determines the level of energy and vitality by ensuring a good quality of blood flow. Liver function is vital and it is important to pamper the body inthe household (not too much alcohol), but also by cleaning from time to time.
To do this, you can opt for a course of essential oils to be taken daily by mouth. We think of course the essence of lemon essential oil of rosemary verbenone, to take on a sugar orbread at a rate of 1 drop of each essential oil at every meal.

Discover the essence of lemon Pranarôm here:

Discover the essential oil of rosemary verbenone here:

Le foie est un organe clef de l’organisme. D’un côté, il transforme les nutriments en de précieux éléments cellulaires. De l’autre, il est là pour « rejeter » les déchets cellulaires et assainir les fluides. En outre, le foie est une glande qui conditionne le niveau d’énergie et de tonus en assurant une bonne qualité de la circulation sanguine. Les fonctions hépatiques sont vitales et il est primordial de chouchouter cet organe en le ménageant (pas trop d’alcool) mais aussi en le nettoyant de temps à autre.
Pour ce faire, on peut opter pour une cure d’huiles essentielles à prendre quotidiennement par voie orale. On pense bien entendu à l’essence de citron et à l’huile essentielle de romarin verbénone, à prendre sur un sucre ou de la mie de pain à raison de 1 goutte de chaque huile essentielle à chaque repas.

Découvrez l'essence de citron de Pranarôm ici : http://www.pranarom.com/citron-bio-7240-huiles-essentielles-les-plus-utilisees/FAM00100/SSF00110/7240

Découvrez l'huile essentielle de romarin à verbénone ici : http://www.pranarom.com/romarin-a-verbenone-7480-huiles-essentielles-les-plus-utilisees/FAM00100/SSF00110/7480

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www.PureAromatherapy.com

2012-01-02T10:15:00.000-08:00

DIGEST of conditions and oils

from the article "9 case studies in palliative care" by Saloni Molhatra www.PureAromatherapy.com

Analgesic

Tamanu oil

Antibactrial

Lavender, Juniper, Teatree

Anxiety

Angelica, Bergamot, Lavender

Cracked heels

German, Roman Chamomile, Almond

Cramp

Clary sage, Lemongrass, Sweet Marjoram, Jojoba

Fungal infection

Lemongrass, Palmarosa, Jojoba

Basil, Fennel

Nausea and vomiting

Ginger

Social pain

German chamomile, Helichrysum, Frankincense, Myrhh, Mandarin Red

Spritual

Frankincense, Myrhh, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang

Upper Respiratory Infections

Lavender, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Palma Rosa

Wound healing

Myrhh, Tea tree, Aloe Vera

Myrhh, Frankincense, Aloe Vera

Benzoin, Bergamot, Frankincense, Myrhh, Neroli, Patchouli, Rosemary - the Sun, Chamomile - the Moon

2012-01-01T03:12:00.000-08:00

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Basil and Black Pepper - MARTI PATRI PROPVGNATORI

2011-12-31T17:25:00.000-08:00

Father Mars who fights for us. Among the ancients in Asia and the Mediterranean the heat of malarial fevers were treated with the herbs Basil (from the leaves of Ocimum Basilicum) and Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). These two hot spices originating in Asia were esteemed very highly as a result.

Spices were among the first goods to be traded over long distances with the dawn of the Bronze Age 4000 years ago. Basil literally means regal or noble (Greek). The Basilica is the name given to the central part of a royal palace or temple. Both herbs are associated with mental fortitude as well as being flavourings and aids to digestion.

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Online health advice

2011-12-31T16:59:00.000-08:00

Boots WebMD

If you are ill you should see your Doctor without delay.

A doctor may well refer you to a clinical aromatherapist or you may wish to consult a local qualified aromatherapist for your condition.

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Swiss Inn Resort Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt

2011-12-30T01:39:00.000-08:00

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Nutrition - toxins in food

2011-12-30T01:33:00.001-08:00

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2011/12/01/7-foods-should-never-eat/#ixzz1hwTPnZAn

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Fun with foamers for aromatists

2011-12-29T06:10:00.000-08:00

Aromatherapy embraces the therapeutic use of essential oils, a much underutilised medical tool to judge by statistics on prescribed tranquilliser addiction, and cosmetics. Aromatherapy may be unavailable to 0.1% of the population who are allergic to fragrances. A consultation with a professionally qualified aromatherapist is inexpensive and a good investment in your health and wellbeing.

Aromatherapy like homeopathy is often satirised because it promotes the use of non toxic materials to maintain health and well being and looks for causes, often emotional, rather than the treatment of symptoms. There is now a wealth of scientific research to support the value of non toxic materials and a holistic approach to healthcare stressing emotional, exercise, and nutritional factors in maintaining health.

Aroma, a pleasant smell, comes from the Greek 'to spice' and these pleasant smells are found in herbal extracts, herbal waters and essential oils. These are particularly useful in cosmetics and are used to aromatise cosmetics, food and drinks by aromatists. For example in cookery aromatists include chopped basil leaves to improve the flavour and promote the digestion of a meal.

In hygiene too aromatics find a use. They can be used in foamers to create popular and satisfying facial washes.

100ml

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Inexpensive electrical diffusers from Sp for use with essential oils

2011-12-29T05:52:00.000-08:00

About our suppliers www.greecamy.com

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Doctors sued for creating tranquilliser addicts

2011-12-29T05:18:00.000-08:00

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/doctors-sued-for-creating-valium-addicts-6282542.html

A report by the All Party Parliamentary Group on Drug Misuse estimated in 2009 that there were 1.5 million involuntary tranquilliser addicts in the UK. More than 6.6 million benzodiazepine prescriptions for anxiety were dispensed by England's pharmacies in 2010, a 15 per cent increase in 10 years. Prescriptions for Valium have increased by 20 per cent over the same period.

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How the Brain Creates flavour

2011-12-21T00:42:00.000-08:00

Gordon M. Shepherd, professor of neurobiology at the Yale School of Medicine, has spent a lifetime researching the brain mechanisms involved in olfaction (our sense of smell) and its impact on flavor perception in the brain. His new book is “Neurogastronomy: How the Brain Creates Flavor and Why It Matters,” out this month from Columbia University Press. Shepherd’s work is anchored in a burgeoning field within neuroscience — figuring out the mysteries behind our olfactory system, the ways in which smells are represented and processed in the brain.

http://www.amazon.com/Neurogastronomy-Brain-Creates-Flavor-Matters/dp/0231159102/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324456872&sr=8-1

Flavour and Fragrances

The Scare: Certain groups say fragrances contain irritants, allergens, hormone disrupters, and toxic chemicals that cause everything from reproductive problems to cancer to neurological disorders.

Origin of the Scare: Products in the U.S. aren’t required to list the exact fragrance ingredients they contain. (But a list of almost all compounds used as fragrances — 3,194 ingredients in all — is publicly available.) Advocacy groups want products to list exact ingredients, claiming many fragrances are dangerous. In June, a new version of the Safe Cosmetics Act returned to Congress, which calls for the listing of all ingredients in products.

Bottom Line: When used as directed there’s no evidence exposure to chemicals in flavours and fragrances are harmful.

'Frankincense is not a monster' - the Simpsons

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Free next day delivery from the Amazon warehouse

2011-12-19T04:44:00.000-08:00

Shirley Price Organic Essential oils with free next day delivery from the Amazon warehouse to 10 EU states
http://www.shirleypriceessentia.com/Amazon.html

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2011-12-19T04:42:00.001-08:00

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2011-12-07T08:30:00.000-08:00

Revise - Essential Oil Constituents

2011-11-28T14:09:00.001-08:00

This is a very sweet calculator to check your essential oil component knowledge http://www.aromaticsinternational.com/index.php?route=product/component

Ester angelates Ester benzyl acetate Ester benzyl benzoate Ester bornyl acetate Ester bornyl butyrate Ester bornyl caproate Ester bornyl propionate Ester butyrates Ester cis-carvyl acetate Ester trans-carvyl acetate Ester cinnamyl acetate Ester citronellyl acetate Ester citronellyl butyrate Ester citronellyl citronellate Ester citronellyl formate Ester coniferyl benzoate Ester coniferyl cinnamate Ester dihydrocarvyl acetate Ester fenchyl acetate Ester geranyl acetate Ester geranyl formate Ester geranyl hexonate Ester geranyl isobutyrate Ester lavandulyl acetate Ester linalyl acetate Ester menthyl acetate Ester methyl anthranilate Ester methyl benzoate Ester methyl cinnamate Ester methyl jasmonate Ester methyl myrtenate Ester myrrholic ester Ester neoisomenthyl acetate Ester neryl acetate Ester neryl formate Ester octyl acetate Ester trans-pinocarvyl acetate Ester propionates Ester sabinyl acetate Ester terpinen-4-yl acetate Ester terpinyl acetate Ester a-terpinyl acetate Ester terpinyl butyrate Ester terpinyl valerate Ester tiglates Ester vetiverol acetate Aliphatic aldehyde 2-butanal Aliphatic aldehyde caproaldehyde Aliphatic aldehyde carophyllenal Aliphatic aldehyde citral Aliphatic aldehyde citronellal Aliphatic aldehyde decanal Aliphatic aldehyde decylaldehyde Aliphatic aldehyde geranial Aliphatic aldehyde hexanal Aliphatic aldehyde isovaleraldehyde Aliphatic aldehyde lauraldehyde Aliphatic aldehyde neral Aliphatic aldehyde nononal Aliphatic aldehyde octanal Aliphatic aldehyde sinensal Aliphatic aldehyde undecanal Ketones a-atlantone Ketones y-atlantone Ketones camphor Ketones carvone Ketones crytone Ketones curzerenone Ketones dihydrocarvone Ketones fenchone Ketones gingerone Ketones a-ionone Ketones isoartemisia Ketones isomenthone Ketones isopatchoulenone Ketones isopinocamphone Ketones trans-isopulegone Ketones isothujone Ketones jasmone Ketones cis-jasmone Ketones menthone Ketones methyl heptonone Ketones methyl isobutyl ketone Ketones octanone Ketones patchoulinone Ketones pinocamphone Ketones pinocarvone Ketones piperitenone Ketones piperitone Ketones pulegone Ketones santalone Ketones tagetenones Ketones tagetone Ketones thujone Ketones a-thujone Ketones b-thujone Ketones verbenone Ketones vetiverone Sesquiterpenes aromadendrene Sesquiterpenes a-bergamotene Sesquiterpenes bisabolene Sesquiterpenes b-bisabolene Sesquiterpenes bourbonene Sesquiterpenes a-bulnesene Sesquiterpenes cardinene Sesquiterpenes caryophyllene Sesquiterpenes b-carophyllene Sesquiterpenes trans-caryophyllene Sesquiterpenes cedrene Sesquiterpenes chamazulene Sesquiterpenes copaene Sesquiterpenes a-copaene Sesquiterpenes cuparene Sesquiterpenes ar-curcumene Sesquiterpenes curcumenes Sesquiterpenes curzerene Sesquiterpenes daucene Sesquiterpenes dihydroazulene Sesquiterpenes elemene Sesquiterpenes farnescene Sesquiterpenes germacrene Sesquiterpenes guaizulene Sesquiterpenes guaiene Sesquiterpenes a-guaiene Sesquiterpenes gurjunene Sesquiterpenes heerabolene Sesquiterpenes humulene Sesquiterpenes a-humulene Sesquiterpenes humulenes Sesquiterpenes lindestrene Sesquiterpenes longicyclene Sesquiterpenes longifolene Sesquiterpenes patchoulines Sesquiterpenes sanalenes Sesquiterpenes b-selinene Sesquiterpenes b-sesquiphellandrene Sesquiterpenes seychellenes Sesquiterpenes thujopsene Sesquiterpenes vetivazulene Sesquiterpenes vetivene Sesquiterpenes viridifloene Sesquiterpenes zingiberene Lactones,Coumarins acillinene Lactones,Coumarins aesculetine Lactones,Coumarins amyrollin Lactones,Coumarins auraptene Lactones,Coumarins bergamottin Lactones,Coumarins bergaptene Lactones,Coumarins coumarin Lactones,Coumarins dihydronepetalactone Lactones,Coumarins epinepetalactone Lactones,Coumarins herniarine Lactones,Coumarins limettin Lactones,Coumarins menthofuran Lactones,Coumarins methyl oxycoumarin Lactones,Coumarins nepetalactone Lactones,Coumarins umbelliferone Lactones,Coumarins umbelliprenin Others damascenone Others en-yn-dicycloether Others furfural Others indole Others cis-spiro ether Oxides a-bisabolol oxide Oxides bulnesene oxide Oxides caryophyllene oxide Oxides 1.4- cineole Oxides 1.8- cineole Oxides guaiene oxide Oxides humulene oxide Oxides linalool oxide Oxides cis-linalool oxide Oxides trans-linalool oxide Oxides manoyl oxide Oxides trans-ocimene oxide Oxides a-pinene epoxide Oxides rose oxide Oxides cis-rose oxide Acids anisic acid Acids benzoic acid Acids cinnamic acid Acids myrrholic acid Acids nortricycloekasantalic acid Acids palmitic acid Acids phenylacetic acid Acids valeric acid Acids vetivenic acid Aromatic aldehydes anisaldehyde Aromatic aldehydes benaldehyde Aromatic aldehydes cinnamaldehyde Aromatic aldehydes cuminaldehyde Aromatic aldehydes methyl vanillin Aromatic aldehydes piperonal Aromatic aldehydes salicylaldehyde Aromatic aldehydes vanillin monoterpenes camphene monoterpenes d-carene monoterpenes cymene monoterpenes p-cymene monoterpenes dipentene monoterpenes limonene monoterpenes menthene monoterpenes myrcene monoterpenes ocimene monoterpenes cis-ocimene monoterpenes trans-ocimene oxide monoterpenes phellandrene monoterpenes a-phellandrene monoterpenes pinene monoterpenes a-pinene epoxide monoterpenes b-pinene monoterpenes pinenes monoterpenes sabinene monoterpenes stearoptene monoterpenes terpinene monoterpenes a-terpinene monoterpenes y-terpinene monoterpenes terpinenes monoterpenes terpinolene monoterpenes thujene monoterpenes a-thujene monoterpenes tricyclene alcohols artemisia alcohol Alcohols atlantol Alcohols balsamiol Alcohols benzyl alcohol Alcohols a-bisabolol Alcohols borneol Alcohols bulnesol Alcohols cadinol Alcohols carotol Alcohols cis-carveol Alcohols cedrenol Alcohols cedrol Alcohols citonellol Alcohols daucol Alcohols dihydrocarveol Alcohols elemol Alcohols y-eudesmol Alcohols eudesmol Alcohols farnesol Alcohols fenchol Alcohols geraniol Alcohols gingerol Alcohols globulol Alcohols guaiol Alcohols isomenthol Alcohols lavandulol Alcohols linalool Alcohols longiborneol Alcohols manool Alcohols menthol Alcohols myrrh alcohols Alcohols neoisomenthol Alcohols neomenthol Alcohols nerol Alcohols nerolidol Alcohols nonanol Alcohols occidentalol Alcohols occidol Alcohols octanol Alcohols paradisiol Alcohols patchouli alchohol Alcohols phenylethyl alcohol Alcohols phytols Alcohols pinocarveol Alcohols trans-pinocarveol Alcohols piperitol Alcohols pogostol Alcohols pseudocedrol Alcohols pumiliol Alcohols sabinol Alcohols santalols Alcohols santolina alcohol Alcohols sclareol Alcohols terpinen-4-ol Alcohols terpineol Alcohols a-terpineol Alcohols cis-thujanol Alcohols trans-thujanol Alcohols thujanols Alcohols tricyloekasantalol Alcohols vetiverol acetate Alcohols viridiflorol Alcohols widdrol Alcohols yomogi alcohol Phenols.Phenolic ethers aceteugenol Phenols.Phenolic ethers anethole Phenols.Phenolic ethers trans-anethole Phenols.Phenolic ethers asarone Phenols.Phenolic ethers carvacrol Phenols.Phenolic ethers p-cresol Phenols.Phenolic ethers p-cresyl methyl ether Phenols.Phenolic ethers elemicin Phenols.Phenolic ethers eugenol Phenols.Phenolic ethers eugenol methyl ether Phenols.Phenolic ethers isoeugenol Phenols.Phenolic ethers metyl chavicol Phenols.Phenolic ethers methyl eugenol Phenols.Phenolic ethers methyl hexyl ether Phenols.Phenolic ethers myristicin Phenols.Phenolic ethers safrole Phenols.Phenolic ethers thymol Phenols.Phenolic ethers thymol methyl ether

Regulatory Matters - encourage, educate, enforce!!!

2011-11-25T09:12:00.000-08:00

Where aromatherapists manufacture creams for client use they assume the role of manufacturer and need to be aware of their duties as regards records, labelling and safety assessment under EU and national law.

If you are thinking to use SP essential oils for skincare products we ask you review the following article. We ensure that all recipes we use comply with the extensive regulations from IFRA, the International Fragrance Association. In many "natural" products essential oils are the most toxic components. The main concern is skin sensitisation, but phototoxicity and more serious systemic toxic effects are sometimes an issue. In addition to any specific restrictions, we operate a limit of 1% total essential oil in every-day leave-on products and 3-4% in wash-off products. Lavender Oil example safety calculation.

What is a Product Information File?

Rose oil and methyl eugenol

Products containing rose oil are the single greatest reason for initial rejection for safety assessment. Rose oil contains methyl eugenol, which contributes to the floral scent, but it is a suspect carcinogen and is restricted to 0.0004% in leave-on and 0.001% in rinse-off products. Typically it contains 1-1.5% methyl eugenol which means the maximum allowed in a leave-on skincare product is around 0.025%. Specially purified grades containing low levels of methyl eugenol are available. Charabot in France have a rose absolute (reference 253433) containing 0.02% methyl eugenol, but minimum order size is large. Other oils that are high in methyl eugenol and so very restricted include Sweet and Holy Basil, Bay (Laurus Nobilis), Hyacinth Absolute, Nutmeg and Elemi oil.

Phototoxic citrus oils

Bergamot and lime essential oils are the most commonly used phototoxic oils and they are restricted to 0.4% and 0.7% respectively, in leave-on products. If they are combined with other phototoxic oils such as grapefruit and lemon the allowable levels are reduced even further. Formulators can get round the restriction by using FCF (Furo-coumarin free) bergamot oil and by using distilled rather than cold expressed lime oil, though the scent is not quite the same. Mandarin and sweet orange essential oils have very low phototoxicity and are not restricted in practice.

High citral essential oils

Citral is one of the 26 declarable EU allergens, is a powerful skin sensitiser and can be quite restrictive for certain oils in leave-on products. Lemongrass and May Chang (Litsea Cubeba) oils are the most common examples and are limited to 0.3% in women's face and hand creams, with even tighter restrictions in lip and dedorant products. Others that are high in citral include lemon-scented tea tree (Leptospermum Petersonii), lemon myrtle and lemon balm oils.

UK Cosmetics regulation

http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2008/1284/contents/made
the UK Cosmetics safety regulations are very clearly worded and worth a look for anyone making or marketing cosmetics. Like all regulations certain myths arise. The emphasis is on health assessment and safety. Toxicity is a measure which must be looked at arithmetically and a safety margin can be simply calculated based on known toxicity levels per kg and an adult of say 60kg. IFRA guidelines show the common essential oils in use as very safe and unhazardous. Stability of cosmetics is very important particularly in 'organic' formulations which no longer rely on the parabens system. Essential oils with their preservative properties help with that in practice.

A standard laboratory microbiological test will ensure each batch has bacteria counts of no more than 100 parts per gram. Sample counts of batches are a sensible precaution.

Microbiological challenge to support shelf life and discard on opening dates

The other issue you need to reflect on as part of the Health Assessemnt is microbiological challenge assessment. With a new product there is no history record of stability at the indicated shelf life and discard on opening dates so a lab microbiological challenge will usually be necessary. This will be necessary even if the product is irradiated for sterility if it is not in a closed retort like a tin and necessary preservatives considered. Of course if it is irradiated it cant be called 'organic'.

Stay on the side of the angels!

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Tuscany Lavender

2011-11-22T15:40:00.001-08:00

so what can we say about guiding principles? Aromatherapists talk about 'life force' that is the quality unique to life, beautifully described as life's hunger for itself. They talk of a tendancy to 'wholeness' or singularity ( a point of nothing and everything) but work in a world of duality and are inspired by the diagnostic principles successfully used in acupuncture and acupressure. Can it be the case that astrology can help better understand individuality and identify dominant and conflicting themes of character which could themselves affect health? Then there is nutrition and exercise as the keys to underlying health. Is avoidance of alcohol and organic food or as close as possible the ideal?

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Organic Beauty Online

2011-11-20T13:37:00.001-08:00

www.OrganicBeauty.me www.OrganicBeautyOnline.info

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Essential Oil Chemistry - functional groups

2011-11-20T04:17:00.000-08:00

Each essential oil has its own aroma and its unique chemical makeup.

This makeup contributes to the electrical charge of the essential oil, negatively charged essential oils and blends tend to be more relaxing, positively charged essential oils and blends tend to be more stimulating. The charge can be demonstrated by passing essential oil vapour between two electrically charged plates (Franchomme and Penoel)

Esters and alcohols are generally safe in use. Caution needs to be exercised with other functional groups such as ketones.

Esters - calming, good for skin conditions
Aliphatic aldehydes - refreshing antiseptic antifungal
ketones - cooling, decongestant, analgesic
sesquiterpenes - balancing, soothing, digestion, warming
lactones and coumarins - balancing, decongestant, photosensitive
remainder - the unreported part of the oil
oxides - expectorant, respiratory decongestant, diuretic
acids - deodorant (small quantities)
aromatic aldehydes - warming, antiseptic, antifungal
monoterpenes - skin tonic, digestion, liver
alcohols - antiviral, bactericidal, tonic but gentle
phenols, phenolic ethers - stimulating, antiviral, aggressive

Rosemary Caddy uses simple pie charts. its probably the best use of a pie chart you could want to see. The 12 chemical families are each given a colour. Each oil has its own pie chart. Each blend is a combination of the oil charts for the therapeutic effect required. For example an acne blend of petitgrain 3 drops, chamomile moroc, niaouli, cedarwood virginian 2 drops. petitgrains esters are combined with niaoulis oxides and cedarwoods sequiterpenes to give esters 26%, alcohols 29% sesquiterpenes 18% but displayed in a simple and memorable pie chart onto which in the students mind this wealth of detail can be added.

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Research -Katja Svoboda, Blending for Therapeutic Effect, Rosemary Caddy

2011-11-20T02:10:00.000-08:00

One of the unsung heroes of essential oil use are Katja Svoboda and her team at the Scottish Agricultural College for their research into essential oils and blends of oils for therapeutic effect. Katje's research focussed on utilising the antibacterial and antifungal properties of essential oils to preserve crops and food naturally, an important essential oil use.

Rosemary Caddy used this research to produce her excellent aromatherapy teaching materials. She knew as an educational researcher that students responded better to learning in clour and the result is the caddy profile cards and materials. http://www.ccprofiles.co.uk/

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2012 Programme

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SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY

Shirley Price - Aromatherapy for Health Professionals

2011-11-11T11:11:00.000-08:00

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Aromatherapy-Health-Professionals-Shirley-Price/dp/0702035645/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1321038011&sr=8-1

Every edition of this book contains a delightful and welcome suprise. Inevitably some bits being a book produced to production deadlines are immediately dated in a fast moving world such as the description of the vibrant aromatherapy scene in China. The Government of China's Aromatic Healthcare Committee has not been idle! A better description can be found at www.ifaroma.org including the new aromatherapy diploma schools.

For me what makes the cost of this new edition more than worthwhile is the accompanying CD which includes academic references and profiles of over 200 essential oils of use in a healthcare environment.

Besides the spirit in which aromatherapy and essential oil information is given this CD makes the book as it always has been an essential component of every aromatherapy student and professionals library.

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Remember

2011-11-11T03:01:00.000-08:00

The courage of the soldiers....the lies and failure of politicians and ambition of warlords who through force and fraud hide behind them, put them unnecessarily in harms way, destroy the environment we depend on and impoverish everyone. We keep the sword sharp but remember both today. Peace everyone. Peace everywhere.

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Holistic massage diploma - whats involved?

2011-11-09T15:14:00.000-08:00

http://www.itecworld.co.uk/students/Diplomas.aspx?k=2

Anatomy and physiology for aroma therapeutic touch, whats your favourite online resource for visualisation? http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/pe/appliedanatomy/

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Aromatherapy in China

2011-11-09T08:39:00.001-08:00

http://blog.sina.com.cn/u/2162846074

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Aromatherapy in Midwifery

2011-11-09T00:43:00.000-08:00

www.expectancy.co.uk
Clinical Aromatherapy. NHS trusts incorporating complementary therapies for patient care need to do so confidently. This is an interesting training organisation of midwifes using massage and aromatherapy led by Denise Tiran. Lavender and Myrhh have widespread traditional use in childbirth. It is not clear from trials whether Lavender can reduce pain perception in childbirth but midwives believe they have found aromatherapy massage can result in less induced labour, less caesarian sections and lower drug use so less damage to mothers in labour as well management of symptoms such as anxiety, headaches and nausea. Baby bath times become a treat not a battle with a drop of lavender in the bath. Nappy rash disappears with use of fresh season jojoba oil resulting in more content babies.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HS5UVVRUM4E

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Esoteric aromatherapy

2011-11-08T02:10:00.000-08:00

Lets be honest there is an esoteric side to essential oils which have always been incorporated in traditional religious, social and family practices. Talk of angels giving a helping hand makes even priests uneasy these days. The frenchman in me on the one hand is as rigourous when it comes to science and labelling as any englishman but on the other hand is happy of all the help he can get whether from angels or anyone else.

Where things go wrong is when there is a failure to remain firmly rooted in this world when it comes to labelling. Essential oils must always be firmly and clearly labelled with 'haptens' allergens, GS1 barcode and instructions if they are to be used in a professional environment. If blended the bottle or container must be labelled if it is to remain with the recipient however briefly. If aromatherapy is used it must be with the wholehearted support of all concerned. This takes a great deal of trust and communication and clear labelling can help. Dont leave it to the angels they have enough to do.

Angelic qualities: abundance, adventure, balance, blessings, communication, courage, creativity, efficiency, enthusiasm, faith, flexibility, forgiveness, freedom, friendship, harmony, healing, humour, inspiration, intuition, joy, light, love, patience, peace, play, power, purification, purpose, reliability, responsibility, romance, simplicity, spontaneity, spiritual growth, strength, study, synchronicity, trust, truth, understanding. Yup we could all do with a little of that

For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
psalms 91:11
http://www.beaumontcollege.co.uk/page08.html

http://www.blinkx.com/watch-video/denise-whichello-brown-teach-yourself-your-evening-class-complementary-therapies/qWlx4T5oS8wCx22_vqQ6vg

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Complementary-Therapies-Teach-Yourself-Evening/dp/0340974281/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1320941418&sr=1-5

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Reflexology

2011-11-07T17:26:00.000-08:00

meet the Sp tutors - Sara Gelzer MIFPA

2011-11-04T11:07:00.001-07:00

Sara Gelzer has taught the Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma for many years in Switzerland. A successful practicioner in a range of complementary modalities from lymphatic drainage to bowen technique Sara is the Shirley Price distance learning tutor. www.saroma.ch

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meet the Sp college tutors - Sue Jenkins MIFPA

2011-11-03T04:22:00.000-07:00

Sue Jenkins MIFPA is the college academic lead and takes module 5 of the Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma each August. Once therapist students have got Modules 1-4 under their belts and can cut it as a professional holistic therapist the Sue and Jan take students through the level 4-5 aspects of the Aromatherapy Curriculum in a thorough preparation for the theory and practical exams under the independent external examiner. The case studies and essays are completing into a portfolio and then Sue and Jan consider that portfolio. Once all is complete the aromatherapy diploma is awarded and the student joins the 6000 holders of the Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma. http://www.aromatherapycouncil.org.uk/AC%20corecurriculum.pdf. students are then free to join the federation of therapists of their choice in their country or the international federations.

You can find out more about Sue Jenkins teaching here.

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/aromaesha/

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