Therapeutic Benefits

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 Cymbopogon citratus is native to Sri Lanka & South India, and is now widely cultivated in the tropical areas of America and Asia. The plant is used as a fragrance, flavoring agent, and in folk medicine as an antispasmodic, hypotensive, anticonvulsant, analgesic, antiemetic, antitussive, antirheumatic, antiseptic and treatment for nervous and gastrointestinal disorders and fevers. Studies have shown as a vaporizer, the oil works as an effective panacea against bacteria, flu and colds.  In other health benefits, this is used to improve digestion, nausea and menstruation problems and ailments like headaches, muscle cramps, spasms and rheumatisms.  

 Bergamot essential oil is widely employed in aromatherapy, and has recently received renewed popularity in improving mood and mild symptoms of stress-induced disorders (Halcon, 2002) and facilitating sleep induction (Wiebe, 2000). Results indicate that bergamottine possesses potential antianginal and antiarrhythmic properties (Occhiuto and Circosta, 1996).  Multiple studies reported beneficial effects from Bergamot essential oil, such as reduced heart rate, blood pressure and stress responses (Peng et al., 2009; Seo, 2009; Chang and Shen, 2011; Liu et al., 2013; Ni et al., 2013) .

 Black Spruce Essential Oil  is antiseptic and expectorant and therefore is ideally used for many respiratory issues. It is an ideal remedy for many lung ailments such as asthma and bronchitis especially when used in an inhalation blend.  Black Spruce Essential Oil is distilled from the needles of the tree, which provide respiration for the whole tree.  No wonder Black Spruce essential oil allows us to feel more connected to the earth.  Because of its pleasant earthy scent, its calming effects and its ability to ease anxiety and stress, spruce oil  it is known as an airborne deodorizer and decongestant. 

Lemon Essential Oil is a natural stress reliever. Inhaling lemon essential oil causes anti-stress effects through dopamine (DA) activities in mice [88,89]. Lemon Essential Oil showed cytotoxic effects against human prostate, lung, and breast cancer cells [90].  Inhalation of lemon EO reduces the intensity of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy by 33% [99]. It also showed anti-spasmodic activity [89]. Lemon EO also significantly enhanced attention level, concentration, cognitive performance, mood, and memory of students during the learning process [100].  

Balsam Fir essential oil is steam distilled from the needles and twigs of the Canadian and northeast American balsam fir tree. It has been used for centuries by Native Americans for medicine and in religious ceremonies. It is used for chest colds, bronchitis and asthma and other conditions of the upper and lower respiratory tract. It may also help with arthritis, rheumatism and other forms of joint pain. Balsam Fir is used in anti-anxiety blends due to its elevating, strengthening quality. Its wonderful scent purifies the air and is often included in blends to diffuse over the holidays. 

 Citrus fragrance has been used by aromatherapists for the treatment of anxiety symptoms. Sweet orange oil benefits include its effect on the mental and emotional systems. Well-known for its uplifting and worry-reducing properties, orange oil carries cheerfulness while simultaneously calms, making it ideal as an overall mood enhancer and relaxant. Its balancing effect on the mind and body, and its warming and joyful qualities benefit people of all ages. Its broad aromatic appeal renders it an excellent choice for diffusing in diverse groups.