Plants contain a number of compounds which have been utilised traditionally as medicines for thousands of years. Actually, humanity has made use of the fragrant qualities of plants for over four thousand years. These compounds are still used today.

Aromatherapy uses the medicinal power of plants from their essential oils. Essential oils are extracted from the leaves, roots, flowers, wood and peel of plants. The benefits of aromatherapy and essential oils are so well known that in many countries some essential oils are regulated just like pharmaceutical medications. Essential oils are sometimes prescribed by physicians. Essential oils aren’t just to make your house smell nice they also have properties such as antiviral, antibacterial, antiseptic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic, antispasmodic, anti depressant and antioxidant.

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