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		<title>Remedial Massage Boquete</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>An article from the ANTA</strong></p>
<p>The Australian Natural Therapists Association Limited (ANTA) is the largest national democratic association of <em>&#8216;recognised professional&#8217; </em>traditional medicine and natural therapy [Complementary Medicine] practitioners who work in the areas of health care and preventative medicine.</p>
<p>The word massage is most likely to have emerged from the Greek word &#8216;Massein&#8217;, meaning &#8216;to knead&#8217; or the Arabic word &#8216;mas&#8217;h&#8217; meaning &#8216;to press softly&#8217;. Massage is the oldest form of physical medicine known to man and can be traced back to the early Chinese medical manuscripts around 400BC. Massage was advocated by Hippocrates who was born in the fifth century and was known as &#8216;the father of medicine&#8217;. It was widely used and written about in Roman times with history recording how Julius Ceaesar received massage to relieve neuralgia!</p>
<p>Very little was recorded about massage in Europe between the Roman times and the early Middle Ages, but by the sixteenth century medicine slowly started to re-learn what had been lost. Between 1776 and 1839, a Swedish professor, Peter Ling, created a scientific system of therapeutic massage known as Swedish massage and established a teaching institute in Stockholm.</p>
<p>Today, massage therapy is one of the fastest growing forces in the field of health care.</p>
<p><strong>How does it work? </strong></p>
<p>Massage is simply the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body &#8211; the muscles, tendons and ligaments. A massage therapist&#8217;s hands are his most important tool through which he not only treats the patient but also detects physical and emotional problems. The massage therapist palpates the patient&#8217;s body to determine the condition of the tissues and the likely source of any pain, and thus the correct form of remedial treatment.</p>
<p>Massage works through the various body systems in one of two ways, a mechanical action and a reflex action. A mechanical action is created by moving the muscles and soft tissues of the body using pressure and stretching movement, thereby cleansing them of acids and deposits. This mechanical action breaks up fibrous tissue and loosens stiff joints.</p>
<p>A reflex is created when treatment of one part of the body affects another part of the body, much like pressing a light switch on a wall to turn on a light in the centre of the room. Just like this electric connection, so too are different parts of the body connected to each other not just by flesh and bone but by nerve pathways, or flows of energy known as &#8216;meridians&#8217;. So, by using reflex action, some therapists will treat a patient&#8217;s stomach complaint by massaging the arms, and will alleviate pain in the legs by massaging the lower back.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Clay has been used for centuries for a number of conditions. It has an amazing ability to draw out and absorb purities from the body and skin when applied externally. The clay contains silica, iron, calcium, magnesium and zinc. Thought the clay is not absorbed, the minerals it contains are. There is green, red, yellow and white clay.</p>
<p>Buy the loose powder in larger quantities direct from a supplier as it is more economical this way. Mix with water into a paste, put on painful stiff joints and leave for approximately 20 to 30 minutes to penetrate the skin. Once the clay has been used, discard afterward. Remove as much of the clay as possible before having a shower &#8211; otherwise the clay could block the drains.</p>
<p>Once you have covered the painful area/s with the clay, cover with a piece of plastic, then place a small heated pad over the plastic and clay, or a hot water bottle or a grain pillow that is heated in the microwave.</p>
<p>Taking a bath afterward with essential oils and/or Epson salts would further enhance the treatment. After your bath rest and make sure you drink plenty of warm water with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Sunday would be the ideal time to do this.</p>
<p>Essential oils like clove, lemon, cedar wood, lavender etc</p>
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		<title>Hot Stone Massage in Boquete</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Hot stone massage </span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">might be new to you and is certainly becoming a more popular treatment these days. However, the use of hot stones for healing dates back thousands of years. The Chinese used heated stones to improve the function of the internal organs. The Japanese used heated stones on the abdomen to improve any digestive problems. Heated therapeutic stones were also used by Native Americans, South Americans, Africans, Greeks, Romans, Egyptians and Indians.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 14pt; line-height: normal;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Hot stone massage</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;"> uses smooth, heated stones of various sizes, some are placed on pacific points and others are used for the massage to glide over muscles.  The stones are heated by submersing them in hot water to a particular temperature. A deeply relaxing but light massage, creating a sensation of comfort and warmth. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 14pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">The direct heat relaxes muscles, allowing for a greater intensity than with regular massage and as the stones cool the therapist will replace them with more hot stones. The basalt stones used are a form of black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 14pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">This process ensures that every cell in the body receives more oxygen and nutrients while at the same time waste material is removed more effectively through the corresponding increase in lymph flow. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 14pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;"><strong>Hot Stone Massage can help</strong> -</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-indent: -18pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Muscular aches, pains, sprains, and strains</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-indent: -18pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Poor circulation</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-indent: -18pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Rheumatic and arthritic conditions</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-indent: -18pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Stress, anxiety and tension</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-indent: -18pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Insomnia</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Some people experience better blood pressure</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: gray;">Encourages detoxification</span></p>
<p>There are various massages to choose from at The Haven -<a title="Massage &amp; Spa Treatments Boquete" href="http://boquetespa.com/health-program-hotel-stay/"> take a look</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In more recent studies, research is finding much evidence to suggest that the toxins contained in foods actually promote weight-gain!</p>
<p>Other research suggests that caffeine and alcohol destroy the vital nutrients needed for fat-burning.</p>
<p>Toxins within the body encourage free-radicals and they too use up vital nutrients that would otherwise be used for fat burning.</p>
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		<title>Massage in Boquete – many important health benefit</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #808080;">It would be a shame if you viewed a massage as a frivolous luxury you indulged in once in a while when you’re on holiday at some tropical holiday resort. Over the decades much research has uncovered the vast benefits a regular massage can bring, helping many conditions?<strong> There are various types of massage &#8211; all bring benefits as long as they are done well. </strong>A therapist might use fingers, hands, fists, elbows, fore arms, hot stones, shells, roll bamboo etc. During a massage, a therapist manipulates your body&#8217;s soft tissues — your muscles, skin, tendons etc.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">You might get a massage at a country <a title="hotel" href="http://boquetespa.com/hotel/spa-deluxe-accommodation">hotel</a>, a holiday resort complex, a day spa in town, health club or in our case a spa/clinic/health club combination.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Of course a massage is not a cure all, nothing is but it can certainly be an important part of a healthy lifestyle. A massage will make you feel relaxed, and then there is deep tissue massage that can be a little uncomfortable, while your tight muscles are worked on. A therapist will always check if the pressure is too much or too little. Personally I like a deep massage which is too deep for most people; some people love a relaxation massage so it is important you are clear about what you want.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Massage as we all know relieves tension in muscles, encouraging relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety. Massage can also encourage your body to release natural painkillers, helping with aches and pains. There is evidence that massage can help boost the immune system.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">The various types of massage we offer at the Spa and Clinic</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Swedish Massage Muscle Melt</strong> is a classic style massage, a relaxation massage</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Hot Stone Massage Therapy </strong>What could be more wonderful than the feel of smooth hot stones glide over your muscles melting away the stress, tension, tiredness, aches and pains?</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><span style="color: #888888;"><strong>Aromatherapy Massage </strong></span>Using a blend of therapeutic &#8216;essential oils&#8217;<strong> </strong>chosen for your particular problem plus the precious carrier oil, with a relaxation massage technique</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Remedial Massage </strong>trained hands to treat muscular and joint related pains and injuries.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Havenly Body and Sole -</strong>combination of back massage and foot massage will have you totally relaxed.<br />
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<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Sport/Deep Tissue Massage</strong> this massage uses more pressure to work deeper into the muscles</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong><span style="color: #888888;">Lymphatic Drainage Massage</span> &#8211; </strong>specialised<strong> </strong>type of therapy, detoxify the system, by stimulating the lymph, reducing fluid retention</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Which one is best?</strong> It would be impossible to answer this question. It depends on your particular symptoms and your likes and dislikes. All have huge health benefits.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Reports of regular massage benefits -</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Less anxiety</strong> – for people in general, for people with depression, for anorexic women, reduced withdrawal symptom from things like giving up smoking or alcohol</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Less pain</strong> – for after surgery, for fibromyalgia sufferers, for migraine suffers, for back sufferers, during labour</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Better circulation – </strong>for people in general</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Immune enhanced – </strong>for people in general, for people with HIV showed an increased number of natural killer cells, the same cell that are thought to defend the body from viral and cancer cells.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Less pain, fatigue and anxiety </strong>for cancer patients<strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Improved quality of sleep</strong> – for people in general</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Lowers blood pressure</strong> – partly to do with improved circulation and reduction in stress.</span></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>11) lavender – calm and relaxation </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">This oil can help high blood pressure and palpitations, calms the digestive system. Reduces inflammation, relieves emotional stress, and anxiety. This oil is truly excellent for headaches, migraines, and insomnia. Helps heal wounds, bruises, burns, sunburn, acne, boils, eczema, and psoriasis. Apply a drop of lavender undiluted directly onto an insect bite or minor burn.<strong> Caution</strong> Lavender should not be used during the early stages of pregnancy. Use Lavender with caution if you have low blood pressure.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>12) lemon – cleansing </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">This oil encourages an alkaline environment, decongests the liver and gall bladder. This oil cleanses the circulation, helpful for high blood pressure, good for detoxification, helps cellulite, and reduces broken veins. This essential oil with other citrus oils makes the perfect natural room spray to deodorize cooking smells or pet odors. <strong>Caution</strong> Lemon is a photo-sensitizer (increases the skins reaction to sunlight making it more likely to burn) so it should not be used when exposed to sunlight or tanning beds. Avoid sunbathing for 12 hours after application. Lemon should not be directly inhaled as in a steam bath as described earlier.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>13) lemongrass – revitalizing tonic </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">An essential oil that has a feel that is fresh and clean. Boosts the immune system, and speeds up convalescence especially after a viral infection. Effective for toning muscles, relieves tired, aching legs, and eliminates lactic acid. Helps to tighten open pores, calms excessive perspiration, and tones the skin.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>14) mandarin &#8211; gentle tonic </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Milder than all the other citrus oils like lemon, grapefruit, or orange. It is a calming tonic for any digestive problems, or insomnia, and eases depression. This oil is uplifting without stimulating, also tonic for the nervous tension and stress, and for the circulatory system. Good for the liver and gall bladder. It will help to boost the immune system. <strong>Caution</strong></span> Mandarin is a photo-sensitizer (increases the skins reaction to sunlight making it more likely to burn) so it should not be used when exposed to sunlight or tanning beds. Avoid sun exposure for 12 hours after application.</p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>15) neroli  – stress relieving, good for mature skin</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Neroli is special &#8211; excellent for high blood pressure<strong>, </strong>palpitations, and nervous heart conditions. Good for digestive problems due to stress, varicose veins, menopause, and PMS. It can help ease insomnia and anxiety. It can work wonders with mature skin, it encourages the regeneration of skin cells improving mature skin, wrinkles and scars. Generally there are no problems using it on sensitive skin. This oil is very expensive but as we already know a little goes a long way.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>16) orange – uplifting, invigorating </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Anxiety, cellulite, constipation or diarrhoea, digestive problems, dry, or sensitive, insomnia, muscle aches and pains, nervous tension, respiratory conditions, and stress.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Use well diluted. Orange is also a photo-sensitizer (increases the skins reaction to sunlight making it more likely to burn) so it should not be used when exposed to sunlight or tanning beds. Avoid sunbathing for 12 hours. Some people are allergic to orange so try a tiny bit first. <strong>Caution </strong>Should not be used during pregnancy.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>17) palmarosa – cleansing </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Antiseptic (intestinal-internal), antifungal, anti-viral, powerful bactericidal-large spectrum (most germs, E.coli), cellular stimulant, hydrating, cools body, tonic (nervous and uterine).  This essential oil has excellent skin care properties and is also used to relieve stiff and sore muscles. It calms the mind, yet has an uplifting effect, it is used to counter physical and nervous exhaustion, stress-related problems and nervousness. It is most useful during convalescence, aiding the digestive system, and helping to clear intestinal infection. It is effective in relieving sore, stiff muscles. It moisturizes the skin, while balancing the hydration levels and stimulating cell regeneration. It balances production of sebum, to keep the skin supple and elastic and is valuable for use with acne, dermatitis, preventing scarring, rejuvenating and regenerating the skin, as well as fighting minor skin infections.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>18) peppermint – cooling, pain relieving </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">This essential oil can be used to clear the head and ease headaches, helps pain in general. Peppermint oil is well known for helping any digestive problems. It is an effective anti-spasmodic. It is excellent for general muscular aches and pains. Stimulates the mind, enhances concentration, wakes up and revives the mind from mental fatigue.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>19) rosemary – stimulating and restorative </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Rosemary is a rich, fortifying, and warming essential oil. Well known for its circulatory stimulating properties and for toning muscles. Rubbed into the joint it will ease pain and gout. Helps reduce cellulite, relieves digestive problems, and fatigue. Rosemary is excellent for detoxifying and aiding the liver and gall bladder. Helps to normalize cholesterol levels, and is really good for fluid retention. Rosemary enhances memory and brain function in general. This is also a good oil to add to shampoo to relieve most scalp conditions.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Caution </strong>Rosemary has antispasmodic properties and should not be used during pregnancy or if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>20) tea tree – anti-bacterial, anti-fungal </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Acne, Age spots, Athlete&#8217;s Foot, Boils, Burns, Catarrh, bronchitis, sinus problems, Colds, flu, sore throat, Corns, Cystitis, thrush, and vaginal discharge, Dandruff, Fungal Infections, Immune System Booster, Itching (from insect bites, chicken pox, etc), Herpes, cold sores, mouth ulcers, Sweaty and smelly feet, Urinary tract infections, and Warts. This oil can be used undiluted on a very very small area – 1 or 2 drops on a fungal infection under the toe nail for instance.</span></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>1) basil – uplifting tonic</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">This oil is a wonderful nerve tonic. An excellent oil for all sorts of digestive ailments &#8211; from flatulence to nausea and vomiting.  It is useful in the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism, muscle spasm and gout. Good for menstrual problems- delayed, irregular or scant. Basil is well known as an insect repellent. All sorts of respiratory conditions can be treated with basil. <strong>Do not use if you are pregnant </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>2) bergamot – calming tonic</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Bergamot will help skin conditions and digestive problems related to stress. In fact it will help all sorts of anxiety related conditions. Has a strong affinity with the urinary system, also helping vaginal discharge, thrush and itching.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>3) cedar wood – warming, soothing</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong> </strong>This oil can help to decongest the lymph system, helps to unblock arteries by breaking down fat deposits, and improves poor circulation. Cedar oil can help to reduce fluid retention. It can help to calm nervous tension, instilling a sense of peace. Good for cellulite, oily skin, and acne. <strong>Avoid if you are pregnant and do not use on children. </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>4) citronella – insect repellent, clearing</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">This is an excellent essential oil, burn in an essential oil burner to keep insects away or make a spray. Can also be added to a body lotion and used as an insect repellent. Place a few drops on a piece of cotton to repel moths in your wardrobe. Careful if you have a sensitive skin.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>5) clove bud – analgesic (anti pain)</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Helps to relieve toothache very effectively, place 1 drop undiluted (in the mouth only) on the pain, until you manage to get to the dentist. This oil can also be added to carrier oils and lotions or a bath to help with joint pain. This is a powerful essential oil so use with care.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>6) eucalyptus – respiratory, lungs</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">It is used for all sorts of breathing problems, such as asthma, bronchitis, congestion, sinuses. An oil of choice for laundry needs. Excellent for urinary infections, and cystitis, also reduces fluid retention. Good for herpes, cuts, and wound healing. Reduces fever -  good for colds and flu. Eases muscle aches and rheumatism. <strong>Caution</strong> Eucalyptus should not be used if you have high blood pressure or suffer from epilepsy and can be fatal if ingested.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>7) fennel – lymph, fluid retention</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">For lymphatic decongestant, helps to reduce cellulite, cleansing oils for all systems. It relieves constipation, flatulence and nausea. Can help reduce fluid retention, reduce weight and help curb appetite. It can improve a poor circulation. Increases milk flow for nursing mothers. A really good oil for menopause as it encourages the production of estrogen. Also regulates the menstrual cycle. Do not use on children.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>8) frankincense – anti-aging skin</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">As<strong> </strong>early as Cleopatra’s reign it was used in cosmetics and medicines<strong>. </strong>This oil is excellent for all types of skin it rejuvenates mature skin, helps to prevent aging and wrinkles. Good for the menopause. Alleviates stress related problems. <strong>Slow down the signs of aging &#8211; </strong>is an exceptionally good essential oil, for the skin – it will help to restore the tone to skin that is beginning to look slack helping to firm the skin. Frankincense will help with fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating skin cell renewal. Will purify the skin, and have a tonic affect.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>9) geranium &#8211; balancing</strong><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Reduces fluid retention, balances hormones, will help to reduce hot flushes. Helpful for varicose veins and hemorrhoids (piles), helps to stop bleeding. It will ease anxiety, depression, and nervous tension. It helps to balance all skin types. Lifts the spirits, boosts immune system (adrenals especially) and heals a variety of skin conditions such as eczema, wounds, bruises, acne, broken capillaries, balances oil gland secretion, congested and mature skin, healing especially after facial plastic surgery, eczema, cellulite and others. It is a good hormonal balancer for women menopause and PMS. Aids digestion, jaundice, gastritis, colitis, cleans digestive system of mucus, and liver tonic. Aids poor circulation, and stimulates lymphatic system.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>10) grapefruit – clearing, cleansing</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #808080;">Excellent for acne and other skin conditions. It benefits oily or congested skin, improves elasticity and has diuretic properties. Antiseptic (especially airborne), anti toxic, astringent, bactericidal, athlete’s foot, acne, oily skin, tones congested skin, tightens skin. <strong>Respiratory</strong>: airborne disinfectant-diffusion <strong>Muscular/Skeletal</strong>: eases muscle fatigue, stiffness <strong>Lymphatic</strong><strong>:</strong> increases circulation, stimulates lymphatic system</span></p>
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<p>Each little bottle is a therapeutic powerhouse, and will last a very long time and go along way. Each of the essential oils used in Aromatherapy can be used alone or in combinations to create a desired effect. Before using essential oils, it is important to understand the effect that the oil(s) have, and how they work. These essential oils are highly concentrated therapeutic parts of the plant. The therapeutic oils are found in different parts of the plant such as the flowers, seeds, twigs, roots, leaves or bark, or in the rind of fruit. For example &#8211; rose essential oil is found in the petals; basil oil is found in the flowering tops; rosemary oil comes from the leaves; sandalwood oil from the bark, and so on.</p>
<p>The methods used to extract the oil are time consuming and expensive and require a high degree of expertise. Given that it takes in excess of 220 pounds of rose petals to produce only 4 or 5 teaspoons of oil, a seriously powerful therapeutic tool!! Very precious indeed.</p>
<p>Due to the large quantity of plant material required, pure essential oils are highly effective so<strong> only a few drops</strong> at a time are required to achieve a healing effect. Essential oils penetrate the skin easily and find their way into the bloodstream where they affect the whole body &#8211; organs, tissues, and cells. Essential oils have differing rates of absorption, a general rule of thumb would be about 20 minutes, and can continue to be absorbed over a period of hours. So it is probably best not to shower directly following application to ensure maximum effectiveness. Research has revealed that the oils remain in the blood stream for about 7 hours, continuing to have a healing affect on the whole system.</p>
<p><strong>Storage</strong> Essential oils need to be stored in a cool place, in air tight dark glass bottles. Well away from children. Taken internally they can be extremely toxic. Carrier oils should also be stored in a cool dark place. Any oil can be used as ‘carrier oils’, however they need to be cold pressed.</p>
<p><strong>Carrier oils</strong> – carrot oil, evening primrose oil, perelli oil, pomegranate oil, jojoba oil, rosehip oil, camellia oil, rice bran oil, etc. We do not use any cheap oils and all have been chosen for their richly nutritious, none greasy, highly absorbent qualities.</p>
<p><strong>Mixing</strong> Essential oils<strong> &#8211; </strong>in general keep it fairly simple by using one, two, three or maximum four essential oils in a mixture.</p>
<p><strong>On joints</strong> &#8211; You can use the essential oils in a carrier oil, cream or lotion and than rub into painful or swollen joints. Cream or oil &#8211; a couple of drops essential oil (this mixture is too strong for the face) per teaspoon.</p>
<p><strong>For your body</strong><strong> </strong>– always dilute into creams, lotions, or oils &#8211; 20ml (4 teaspoons) of oil or body lotion, use 6 to 8 drops of essential oil.</p>
<p><strong>For your face</strong> &#8211; 50ml jar of face cream or serum use 2 to 6 drops of essential oil, go easy at first you can always add a little more. The face is more sensitive in general than the skin of the body.</p>
<p><strong>Bath</strong><strong> -</strong> The oils are absorbed through your skin while also being inhaled. Add 4 to 8 drops of oil to a full bath making sure you agitate the water vigorously to disperse the oil over the whole surface <strong>before </strong>getting into the bath and soaking for 20 minutes with the bathroom door closed.</p>
<p><strong>A hot foot bath</strong> with 4 to 6 drops essential oils</p>
<p><strong>Insect repellent</strong><strong> </strong>place a few drops of essential oil onto a piece of cotton and store in the wardrobe, or linen cupboard. Essential oil can be mixed into a body lotion to repel insects. Or buy a natural oil-free spray from the spa/clinic.</p>
<p><strong>Inhalation</strong> a) putting some drops directly onto a pillow b) by gently heating the essential oil using a ceramic oil warmer to fill the room with the aromas d) adding a few drops to a bowl of hot water and inhaling. (If you prefer, you can place a towel over your head to trap the steam, keep your eyes closed).</p>
<p><strong>Sprays</strong><strong> &#8211; </strong>all sprays containing essential oils must be kept away from polished surfaces.</p>
<p><strong>Laundry</strong><strong> &#8211; </strong>you can put a few drops in the wash or better still put a few drops on a clean cloth and add to the dryer. Eucalyptus is good for this or one of the citrus essential oils.</p>
<p><strong>Handkerchief </strong><strong>- </strong>place a few drops on a piece of cotton. Place the handkerchief to your nose and inhale. Good for easing colds, sinus problems, headaches, travel sickness and anxiety.</p>
<p>One teaspoon = 5ml</p>
<p>One tablespoon = 3 teaspoons = 15ml</p>
<p>8 drops to 4 teaspoons of ‘carrier’ oil on the body</p>
<p>8 drops to a full bath</p>
<p>4 drops to 6 drops of essential oil in a jar of cream, serum etc for the face, approximately 1 drop per teaspoon</p>
<p>For instance – a pot of face cream is anything from 30ml to 50ml – start off by adding 2 drops and mix well, use for a couple of days, if that is okay add 1 more drop, then later more.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Very important </strong> </span>- If you have sensitive skin, a young skin age 3 to 11, or are an elderly person always use half or less than the amount of essential oil recommended. Start off with less as you can always add more next time.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Cautions</span> </strong>- First and foremost do not use essential oils if you are pregnant – though there are some that are okay in qualified hands, wait until after you have given birth.<strong> </strong></p>
<p>Some other things you need to bear in mind.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Never</span> </strong>take the essential oils internally, this is extremely important.</p>
<p><strong>Essential oils must always be diluted [into a body oil, cream, shampoo or lotion or into water etc as described,</strong> there are only one or two exceptions. Essential oils must be stored away from sunlight in a cool place in dark glass containers.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Always keep out of reach of children</strong>, as essential oils are <strong>highly </strong>concentrated plant extracts.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Stay away from Rosemary and Eucalyptus essential oil if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure.</span></p>
<p>If you use lemon, orange, grapefruit, mandarin, or bergamot it is important to stay out of the sun for 12 hours after application, NO SUN BATHING until the next day.</p>
<p>Babies and children</p>
<p><strong>Newborn</strong> = Chamomile Roman, and Chamomile German, Lavender, Mandarin, Dill</p>
<p><strong>2 &#8211; 6 Months</strong> = Same as above, and Neroli, Tea Tree, Geranium,</p>
<p><strong>7 – 12 months</strong> = Same as above, and Palmarosa, Tangerine,</p>
<p><strong>2 &#8211; 5 Years</strong> = Same as above, and Ginger, Lemon, Grapefruit,</p>
<p><strong>6 &#8211; 8 Years</strong> = Same as above, and Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Orange</p>
<p><strong>9 – 11 Years</strong> = Same as above, and Frankincense,</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong> </strong>The average person carries around about 3lbs of living bacteria in their intestines. There is an enormous variety and diversity of species, having a direct or indirect negative or positive effect on our whole body, affecting every aspect of our health. The type of bacteria in our intestines has a huge controlling influence over absorption and our general well- being and the condition of our skin. The environment in our intestines needs to be a little more acidic. This is achieved by cultivating the correct bacteria, known as ‘friendly bacteria’.</p>
<p>If the environment is too alkaline the wrong bacteria thrive, the so-called ‘unfriendly bacteria’ that can cause a large amount of auto-intoxication and inflammation. Auto-intoxication means our blood stream absorbs toxins produced by our ‘unfriendly bacteria’. This adds a huge additional burden to the cleansing abilities of the liver. However, ‘friendly bacteria’ produce antibodies capable of rendering certain bacteria inactive, contributing to our overall health and greatly reducing inflammation and hence aging.</p>
<p><strong>What encourages the ‘bad’ or ‘unfriendly’ bacteria?</strong><strong> </strong>A diet with plenty of meat, wheat, sugar, milk, chocolate, tea and coffee does, along with smoking, too much alcohol, antibiotics and/or steroids, contraceptive pill, HRT, all encouraging an environment that is too alkaline and hence the ‘unfriendly’ bacteria, thrive and take over. <strong>This is all really good for aging – faster.</strong></p>
<p><strong>What encourages the ‘good’ or the ‘friendly’ bacteria?</strong><strong> </strong>So what encourages a slightly acidic environment? A diet high in plant based foods. This includes fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lentils, and products that contain ‘friendly bacteria’ like yogurt. These ‘friendly bacteria’ help to produce vitamins B and K, as well as producing compounds that aid and protect our immune system, contributing to our health and reducing inflammation.</p>
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<td valign="top" width="189">Maintains brain maintains muscle massIncreases immune functionKeeps skin from thinning</p>
<p>Balances insulin levels</p>
<p>Slows down fat storage</p>
<p>Protects against heart disease</p>
<p>Slows down aging in general</td>
<td valign="top" width="177">Shrinks the brain decreases muscle massDecreases immune functionThins the skin</p>
<p>Increases insulin levels</p>
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<p>As we age most of our hormones go into decline however, there is one that doesn’t decline with age that is cortisol, in fact it generally increases with age! Cortisol is a stress hormone along with adrenaline (produced by the adrenal glands), released into our system when the body is under stress. What does the body perceive as stress?</p>
<p>Shock, surgery, trauma, lack of sleep, pain, bad relationship, demanding job (though some people thrive on such a job), sugar, refined carbohydrate, negative attitude, recreational drugs, salt, skipping meals, very low calorie diets, caffeine, cigarettes, movies (horror, violent or very sad), alcohol, anxiety, computer games, extreme sport, even music can have a profound effect on our hormones, chemicals in general, and the mother-in-law!</p>
<p>These things in our lives whether self-inflicted or not, cause the release of adrenaline and cortisone, with the result of increase blood sugar levels that triggers the pancreas to release insulin. These hormones also encourage higher blood pressure, increased heart beat, thicker blood, heavier breathing and impaired digestion. All of this is extremely aging. .</p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above, Human Growth Hormone decreases as cortisone increases. Human growth hormone also known as the ‘youth hormone’ builds muscles, increases vitality, increases bone density, maintains the health of our vital organs, increases our brain function by maintaining memory. Human growth hormone declines as we age. This decline is accelerated by what we eat and how we choose to live.</p>
<p>Just two cups of coffee can raise our levels of cortisol quite dramatically. This means we are encouraging the aging process, and compromising our immune systems.</p>
<p>According to the research done by Peter D’Adamo, a person with an  “A” blood type will be more prone to higher levels of this hormone circulating their bodies than the other blood types.  This doesn’t mean you “O” and “B” blood types don’t need to be careful too, if you want to slow down the aging process.</p>
<p>While a young person is under stress their cortisol levels raise very quickly then drop very rapidly again. Things change as we get older. When we experience stress our levels raise rapidly, unfortunately it then takes days for the levels to drop to normal again. These constant higher levels of cortisol circulating in our systems as we age will accelerate aging. The organs are negatively affected especially our brains as they are extremely sensitive to most things. With the elevated levels of the aging stress hormone it’s much more difficult to sleep well, which in turn raises cortisol levels.</p>
<p><strong>Practical advice -</strong>It is imperative you get a good night’s sleep. As we sleep our cells repair, and turn down cortisol’s effects at the same time HGH is released. This is a powerful anti-aging tool. See the section on Sleep and Human Growth Hormone to find out more.</p>
<p><strong>Foods – </strong>Avoid sugar and stimulants like coffee and coca cola. Avoid refined carbohydrates.</p>
<p><strong>Supplements </strong>– B complex is good for the health of the nervous system in general, B5 within the product will help your adrenal glands. Never take a B vitamin at night, always take in the morning.</p>
<p><strong>Take a look</strong> – Re-access your life, what is making you unhappy? Can you change the situation? If not you will need to change your attitude towards the situation, so it seems less stressful. If you are unhappy about your job for instance, could you find a new job or could you think how to make that job of yours a job you like. The research says it’s not stress in our lives that is killing us but the way we view the stress in our lives. After all everyone has stress in their lives of one sort or another, it’s impossible to escape it fully.</p>
<p><strong>Self help</strong> – Soak away your stress and tensions with a few drops of essential oils in a hot bath and put on some relaxing music.</p>
<p><strong>Treatments – </strong>Massage, and acupuncture, proven to reduce stress levels.</p>
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