Question 1

can aroma therapy and essential oils be used past the expiration date?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Expiration dates on medicines, vitamins and herbs are often unreliable; while some drugs may go bad after a certain period, an essential oil is likely to remain beneficial for quite awhile after the expiration date.  There is a chance it may become somewhat less potent over time but it is unlikely to be harmful in any way, especially if it is a pure essential oil.  If it still smells good try it!

Question 2

can aroma therapy be used for migraines?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes with certain fragrances like lavender and vanilla which can relax you but certain odors can certainly exacerbate migraine headaches as well it depends upon the person esp strong solvents or chemicals.

Question 3

what's the use of aroma therapy?

Accepted Answer

Aroma therapy: Is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile plant materials known as essential oils for purpose of altering mood or cognition or general health. Evidence for effectiveness is still controvertial.

Question 4

what is aroma therapy if so which is the best aroma?

Accepted Answer

Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils -- concentrated extracts of leaves, roots, seeds, or blossoms -- from plants for healing.  They're usually diluted into a carrier oil, and can be inhaled or massaged into the skin.  Sometimes they're placed in diffusers and spread into the air in a room. Oils are chosen according to desired effect. Lavender = relaxing.  More: http://tinyurl.Com/psv9n22.

Question 5

what are some natural scent relaxers (aroma therapy homemade)?

Accepted Answer

Aroma therapy: Is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile plant materials known as essential oils for purpose of altering mood or cognition or general health. Evidence for effectiveness is still controvertial. One example is tea tree.

Question 6

will aroma therapy work to help calm a rowdy 4 yr old boy?

Accepted Answer

Try it: Calming children is challenging for everyone.  The most common reason is too much sugar causing this.  Changing to a low glycemic diet, stopping the juices and high sugar snacks are helpful  turning the lights down at night, no tv which can stimulate him as well as aromatherapy in the bath and room, calming music is worth a try.

Question 7

is it safe to consume tea with one drop of oregano essential oil? for treatment of respiratory , sinus, oral thrush?

Accepted Answer

Oregano oil/tea: This is certainly "safe", even in pregnancy, but it is not a good treatment for oral thrush.  See your family physician for an exam and more efficient treatment for thrush.

Question 8

please explain where to find best oil pulling therapy ?

Accepted Answer

Coconut oil: Coconut oil is most commonly used.

Question 9

indian oil pulling or chinese water therapy, which is more effective?

Accepted Answer

Neither: I am not sure what the Chinese water therapy is but there is no scientific evidence for effectiveness of oil pulling.  Most will not even properly follow the instructions on oil pulling.  There are numerous treatments dealing with dental care that have been proven tried and true.  Talk to your dentist or periodontist.

Question 10

is electric potential therapy (also known as electrostatic therapy) an old form of snake oil sham?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Do not use electricity, cutting, venom extractors or tourniquets.  They will all cause more harm than good.  Immobilize and transport to ed asap.

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