Since Biblical times, essential oils have been used for everything from purification to healing infections and mood modification. This short manual will discuss how the wonderful qualities and abilities of these oils can be of great help in combating the side effects of cancer treatment.
…but first, you need a little information about essential oils.
What is an essential oil? It is “the essence” of a plant, extracted by compression, vaporization, dissolution or distillation. These oils produce the strongest odors, flavors, or medicinal properties due to their origin. However, all essential oils are not created equal. Therapeutic grade essential oils are compressed, vaporized, dissolved, or distilled from plants that have been organically grown or those that have grown wild in a clean environment. In addition, these plants have not had any chemical fertilizers added to the soil in which they were grown and no herbicides or pesticides have been used in the cultivation. Therapeutic grade essential oils not only possess stronger healing qualities than non-therapeutic grades, but you also run the risk of harm by using a non-therapeutic grade essential oil. So be sure to check the bottle for therapeutic grade mumbo jumbo before you buy.
Here is a list of several essential oils that may be beneficial to you during your cancer treatment. Each of these essential oils have other therapeutic properties than I have listed, however I will only address the specific cancer properties and their effects in this article.
Basil it can be helpful for stomach upsets, headaches, and migraines. It can also increase mental clarity and alleviate depression.
begamot It has been reported to increase white blood cell counts along with alleviating anxiety and depression.
fennel oil it is good for constipation, nausea and vomiting.
Incense has shown promise in the treatment of skin cancer. Remember that any alternative cancer treatment should not be considered a complete cancer treatment protocol.
lavender It is known to relieve muscle pain, reduce inflammation, relieve headaches, and boost the immune system. It can also promote a calm state of mind.
Roman or German chamomile It can be used to soothe and heal wounds and help relieve PMS symptoms. They also have a calming effect on the entire body. That is why some people drink chamomile tea before going to bed.
Sandalwood It is useful for urinary tract infections and dry skin. Also, it calms the mind when dealing with chronic illness and the stress that comes with it.
There are many more beneficial essential oils besides these, but this is a great place to start. Look for more from me in the near future on this intriguing topic.
PLEASE NOTE: NRH Organic Oils, Young Living Oils, and Esoteric Oils are three well-respected distributors of therapeutic-grade essential oils.
