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[18 Apr 2010 | One Comment | 61 views | Author: Dee Braun, DrR, CA, CCT]
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The following oils may assist in alleviating the complaints featured. This is not a comprehensive list nor is it considered to be a prescription for the named complaint.

Angelica — Herb Seeds Roots — Cough, Cold, Fever, Flatulence, Indigestion.

Aniseed — Herb Seed Pod — Indigestion, Coughs, Bronchitis, Catarrh.

Apricot — Kernel- Oil — From the kernel premature skin aging, inflammation, dryness use 100% minerals and vitamins.

Avocado Pear Oil — From the fruit dry skin, eczema Add 10% to base oil vitamins, protein, lecithin, fatty acids.

Basil Herb:- Whole Plant — Bronchitis, Fatigue, Colds, Loss of concentration, Migraine, gout, Aches & Pains, Depression, Fainting, Mental Fatigue, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Stimulating.

Bay — Tree, Leaves — Sprains, Colds Flu, Insomnia, Rheumatism, Antiseptic, Decongestant, Tonic.

Benzoin- Tree, Trunk — Coughs, Itching, Arthritis, Colds, Sedative.

Bergamot — Peel of fruit — Fevers, Acne, Tension, Wounds, Coughs, Stress, Anti-depressant, Uplifting.

Birch — Tree, Bark — Gout, Rheumatism, Eczema, Ulcers.

Black Pepper- Vine, Berries — Colds, Aches, Influence, Flatulence, Rheumatism.

Bois de Rose — Tree, Wood — Tonic, Coughs, Headaches, antidepressant.

Borage — Seed, Oil — PMT, MS, Menopause, Heart disease, Psoriasis, Eczema, premature aging, regenerates skin, 10% dilution gamma acid, vitamins, minerals.

Cajeput -Tree — Antiseptic, Pain Reliever, Lung Congestion, Neuralgia, Acne.

Carrot — Root — Seeds — Gout, Ulcers, Flatulence, Eczema, Psoriasis, Diuretic.

Carrot Oil — Carrots — Premature Aging, itching dryness, psoriasis, 10% in base oil vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene.

Cedarwood — Tree, Wood — Bronchitis, Catarrh, Acne, Arthritis, Diuretic Lung Congestion, Eczema, Encourages Sexual Response.

Chamomile — Nervous conditions, Insomnia, antibacterial, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, teething, sunburn, psoriasis, eczema, asthma, hay fever, diarrhea, sprains, nausea, fever, depression, Contain azulene, (Uplifting), Toning.

Chamomile Mataricaria — Chamomile Herb, Flowers, Leaves — Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis Eczema, Psoriasis, Inflammatory Diseases, Burns, Nervous Tension, Neuralgia, Insomnia, Contains Azulene.

Chamomile Roman — Athemis Nobilis Herb Flowers Leaves — Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis.

Champhor — Tree, Wood — Coughs, Colds, Fevers, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Stimulating .

Cinnamon — Anti-viral, Antiseptic, Circulatory, Heart, Digestive, Respiratory Stimulant. Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, anti-venom eugenol –antiseptic.

Cinnamon — Tree, Twigs Leaves Flu, Rheumatism, Warts, Coughs, Colds, Viral infections

Citronella — Grass, Insecticide, Deodorant, Tonic, Stimulant.

Clary-sage — Herb, Flowering Tops — Depression, Nerves, Sore Throat, Aches and Pains, Debility, Sedative Uplifting.

Clove — antibacterial, antiseptic, analgesic, toothache, digestive problems, muscular disorders, asthma, nausea, sinusitis, sedative, nerve tension, general weakness, Antispasmodic do not use undiluted on skin.

Clove Tree – Flower, Buds — Nausea, Flatulence, Bronchitis, Arthritis, Rheumatism, Toothache, Diarrhea, Infections, Analgesic, Antiseptic.

Coriander Herb – Seeds of ripe fruit, leaves — Indigestion, influenza, Fatigue, rheumatism, Flatulence, Nervousness, Analgesic.

Corn Oil — Corn — Soothing on all skins 100% protein, vitamins, minerals.

Cumin Herb – Seeds, Fruit — Indigestion, Headache, Liver Problems, Stimulant.

Cypress — Leaves & Shoots — anti-viral, Astringent, antispasmodic, Coughs, rheumatism, Flu, Wounds, Muscle, Nerve, Tens Veins.

Cypress — Tree, Leaves Twig — Menopausal Problems, circulatory Conditions, Rheumatism, Colds, Whooping Cough, Nervous Tension, Hemorrhoids, Wounds, Astringent.

Dill Herb – Seeds, Fruit — Flatulence, Indigestion, Constipation, Nervousness, Gastric Upsets, Headaches.

Eucalyptus — distilled Cooling, protecting, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, diuretic, analgesic, deodorizing, coughs, cystitis, candida, diabetes, sunburn.

Eucalyptus — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Sore Throats, Coughs, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Skin Infections, Ulcers, Sores, Rheumatism, Aches & Pains, Antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory .

Eucalyptus Lemon — Tree, Leaves, Twigs — Dandruff, Scabs, Sores, Candida, Asthma, Fever, Fungal infections, Skin Infections, Sore Throats.

Eucalyptus Peppermint — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Ulcers, Sores, Coughs, Colds, Fever, Respiratory Problems, Viral Infections, Headaches, Flu, Rheumatism, Arthritis.

Eucalyptus Radiata — Tree, Leaves,Twigs — Viral Infections, Colds, Coughs, Bronchitis, Whooping Cough, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains. Antiseptic.

Evening Primrose Oil — PMT, MS, menopausal problems, heart disease, psoriasis, eczema, prevents premature aging 10% gamma lineolenic acid, vitamins, minerals.

Fennel Herb – Seeds — Digestive Problems, Menopausal Problems, Obesity, Constipation, Kidney Stones, Nausea, Diuretic.

Frankincense — Tree, Bark — Sores, Wounds, Fevers, Coughs, Colds, Stress, Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Nervous Conditions.

Geranium — -chilblains, cosmetic, endometriosis, menopause, diabetes, throat infections, nerve tonic, sedative, uterine & breast cancer, frostbite, infertility, antiseptic, astringent, skin Skin toner, Adrenal, Hormones, Relaxing, Uplifting, Moisturizing, Toning.

Ginger — Root — Stimulating, Rheumatism, Muscular Aches, Pains, Sprains, Broken Bones, Colds, Nausea, Diarrhea, Alcoholism, Digestive Disorders.

Grapefruit — Tree — Rind Lethargy, Tonic, Obesity, Kidney & Liver Problems, Migraine, Antidepressant, Aid in Drug Withdrawal Treatment .

Grapeseed Oil — all skins 100% base oil vitamins, minerals, protein.

Hazelnut Oil — from the kernel — slight astringent base oil 100% vitamins, minerals, protein.

Hops Plant — Buds & Flowers — Neuralgia, Bruising, Menstrual & Menopausal Problems, Rheumatism, Nerves, Diuretic, Sedative Analgesic.

Hyssop Herb – leaves & Flowering Tops — Bruises, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Coughs, Colds, Sore Throats, Viruses, Blood Pressure Circulation, Nervous Tension, Asthma, Tonic.

Immortelle Flower – Flowering Tops — Bacterial Infections, Rheumatism, Muscle Aches, Weakness, Lethargy, Depression, Respiration, Colds, Flu, Fever, Fungicide.

Inula odorata — anti-viral.

Jasmine — Bush, Flowers — Nervous Tension, Depression, Menstrual Problems, Laryngitis, Anxiety, Lethargy, Relaxant.

Jojoba Oil — from the bean — inflammation, psoriases, eczema, acne, hair care, penetrates 10% protein, minerals, waxy collagen like substance.

Juniper Tree/Bush – Berries — Tonic for nervous system, digestive stimulant, Diuretic, Acne, Coughs, Ulcers, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Sores, Urinary Infections.

LavenderBurns, prevents scarring, antibiotic, antidepressant, sedative, immunoactive, Wounds, relaxing, Moisturizing, Antiseptic, Toning, Eczema, Tension, Insomnia, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Bacterial Conditions, Headaches, Dermatitis, Fainting.

Lemon Grass — Grass, Whole Plant, Antiseptic, Infections, Headaches, Sore Throats, Respiration, Fevers, Tonic, Insect Repellent .

Lemon Oil — Tree,Rind of Fruit — water purifier, antiseptic, antibacterial oil, verrucas, insect bites, tension headaches, lymphatic tonic, digestive stimulant, disperse cellulite, slimming, anti wrinkle, Diuretic, Stimulating, Anxiety, Astringent, Antiseptic, BP Vitamin C, Carotene (A) Bioflavonoids.

Lime — Tree,Rind — Fevers, Rheumatism, Sore Throats, Headaches, Anorexia, Alcoholism, Depression, Anxiety Astringent, Tonic.

Mace Tree – Peel of Fruit — Indigestion, Weakness, Bacterial Infections, Gout, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Circulation.

Mandarin — Tree, Rind — Insomnia, Nervousness, Liver Problems, Digestion, Anxiety, Tonic, Tranquilizer.

Marjoram Herb — Flowering Tops — Relaxing, Sprains, Bruises, Colds, Rheumatism, Intestinal, Cramps, Menstrual Problems Anxiety, Asthma, Bronchitis, Insomnia, Circulation, Muscular Disorders.

Melissa — Herb,Leaves — Relaxing, Nervousness, Bacterial & Fungal Infections, Diarrhea, Eczema, Sedative, Cardiac Tonic.

Myrrh — Tree, Bark/Resin — Antiseptic, Astringent, Tonic, Healing Agent, Dermatitis Coughs, Mouth and skin ulcers, Bacterial & Fungal Infections.

Neroli — Blossoms –Bitter Orange Tree — Antidepressant, Aphrodisiac,Antiseptic, Digestive Aid, Sedative, Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis, Diarrhea, Fungicide, Insomnia, Relaxing, Moisturizing.

Niaouli — Leaves and stems- Melaeleuca Tree Antiseptic, Soothing Agents,Pain Reliever, Decongestant

Gomenol Bush – Leaves, Twigs, Anti-viral, Wounds, Infections, Bacterial Disease, Sore Throats, Burns, Respiration, Acne.

Nutmeg — Tree,Seed — Nausea, Vomiting, Muscle Aches, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Nervousness, Insomnia, Cardio Stimulant.

Olive Oil — rheumatic conditions, hair care, soothes 10% protein, minerals, vitamins.

Orange Tree – Rind of Fruit — Depression, Anxiety, Constipation, NervousConditions, Muscular Spasm, Tonic, Sedative Antiseptic.

Oregano — Herb,Leaves & Flowering Tops — Anti-viral, Bronchitis,Rheumatism, Respiration, Muscle Pain, Digestion.

Palma Rosa — Grass — Skin infections, Anorexia, Tonic.

Parsley — Herb, seeds — Nervous Conditions, Kidney Problems, Menstrual and Menopausal Problems, Sedative, Diuretic.

Patchouli — Plant — Antidepressant, Sedative, Aphrodisiac Anxiety, Acne, Eczema, Herpes, Ulcers (Skin) “Tired Skin” .

Patchouli — Plant,Leaves — Skin Inflammations, Fungal infections, Acne,Eczema, Dandruff, Antiseptic, Diuretic Insecticide.

Peanut Oil 100% base oil protein, vitamins, minerals.

Peppermint — Herb, Whole Plant — Inflammation, Nausea, Indigestion, Fevers, Flatulence, Headaches Migraine, Liver Problems, Arthritis, Stimulant.

Peppermint — digestive, respiration, circulation, anti-inflammatiory,antiseptic, gas, flu, migraine, Fatigue, Migraine, Asthma, Bronchitis,Stimulating.

Petitgrain — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Anxiety, Insomnia, Depression, Antiseptic, Tonic, Aids Convalescence.

Pimento — Tree,Berries, Twigs — Flatulence, Indigestion, Cramps, Intestinal Problems, Colds, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains, Depression, Tonic, Tranquilizer.

Pine — Needles, Bark, Berries — Antiseptic, Diuretic, Stimulant adrenal glands, Bladder, Kidney, Chest infections, Infections, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Gout, Flu, Bronchitis, Muscle Pain, Diuretic, Respiration Sore Throats,Colds, Circulation, Muscle pain, Turpentine.

Ravensara — Bush, Leaves — Viral Infections, Liver Infections, Lung Infections, Respiratory Problems, Antiseptic.

Red thyme — anti-viral.

Rose — Flower –Depression, aphrodisiac, Female organ regulator, astringent,Sedative, Heart tonic, Stomach Liver, Uterus, Nausea, Headache, Insomnia, Skin Care, Relaxing, Toning Moisturizing, Antiseptic.

Rose Bulger (Bulgarian) Bush – Flowers Petals, Anxiety, Depression, Circulatory Problems, Menopausal Problems, Antiseptic, Tonic.

Rose Maroc (Morocco) – Bush, Flowers, Petals — Menstrual Disorders, Depression, Stress, Tension, Circulatory Conditions, Tonic, Sedative.

Rosemary — Herb — Physical & Mental stimulant, muscular conditions, antiseptic, sprains, arthritis rheumatism, depression, fatigue, memory loss, migraine, flu, diabetes, hair care, Antiseptic, Stimulating, Toning.

Sage — Herb,Plant — Tonic, Antiseptic, Diuretic, Blood Pressure, Female Reproductive System, Sores, Fatigue, Nervousness, Asthma, Bronchitis, Low Blood Pressure, Bacterial Infections, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Sprains, Fibrosis, Astringent.

Sandalwood — Tree — Antiseptic, Tonic, Aphrodisiac, Fatigue, Impotence, Relaxing, Uplifting, Acne, Cystitis, Moisturizing, Menstrual Problems, Skin Infections, Fungal & Bacterial Infections, Sedative.

Sesame Oil — psoriasis, eczema, rheumatism, arthritis 10 % dilution vitamins, minerals, proteins, lecithin, amino acids.

Soya Bean Oil — 100 % base oil protein, minerals, vitamins.

Spearmint — Herb,Leaves, Flowering Tops — Flatulence, Indigestion, Intestinal Cramps, Fevers, Nausea, Colic, Hemorrhoids.

Sunflower Oil — base oil 100 % vitamins, minerals.

Sweet Almond oil — From the kernel — itching, soreness, dryness, inflammation use 100% Glucosides, minerals, vitamins, protein.

Tagetes — Plant,Flowers — Fungal Infections, Skin Infections, Cuts, Sprains, Strains, Wounds, Circulation Antiseptic.

Tangerine — Uplifting.

Tea Tree — Tree, Leaves, Twigs — anti-viral, anti-fungal, antibacterial, Antiseptic, Colds, Influenza, Cold Sores, Warts, Verrucas, Inflammation, Acne, Burns, Candida, Shock, Hysteria.

Thyme Red (Vulgaris) — Herb, Leaves, Flowering Tops — Bacterial Infections,Urinary Infections, Rheumatism, Lethargy, Sores, Wounds, Stimulant Tonic, Raises Immunity.

Thyme Red (Vulgaris) — Thyme linalol anti-viral, eliminates toxic wastes, whooping cough, warts, neuralgia, fatigue, acne, Hair & skin care, cooking, antiseptic powders, Fatigue, Skin Inflammation, Antiseptic, Only diluted, overuse causes thyroid problems.

Valerian Plant – Roots — Sedative, Calming, Nervous Conditions, Trembling, Neuralgia, Insomnia, Palpitations, Sedative, Tranquilizer .

Vetiver — Roots of Grass — Calming, Anxiety, Nervous Tension, Insomnia, Rheumatism, Muscle Relaxant, Antiseptic, Tonic.

Violet — Leaves, Plant – Inflammations, Kidney Problems, Obesity, SkinInfections, Fibrosis, Rheumatism, Analgesic and Liver Decongestant.

Wheat germ Oil — eczema, psoriasis, premature aging, 10% dilution protein, minerals, vitamins.

Wintergreen — Herb – Stimulating.

Yarrow — Herb,Leaves, Flowering Tops — Inflammations, Cramps, Constipation,Circulation, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Menstrual Problems, Astringent.

Ylang-Ylang — Tree,Flowers — Sedative, Antiseptic, Aphrodisiac, High Blood Pressure, Intestinal Infections, Impotence, Uplifting, Moisturizing, Anxiety, Depression, Sedative, Tonic.

About the author

Dee Braun, DrR, CA, CCT Dee Braun ~ I am a Certified Aromatherapist, Reiki Master, Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Herbalist, Dr. of Reflexology and single mom who is dedicated to helping others any way I can. One way I choose to help is by offering information on the benefits and uses of natural healing methods.One of my all-time favorite quotes is:I wanted to change the world, so I got up one morning and looked in the mirror. That one looking back said: "There is not much time left. The earth is wracked with pain. Children are starving. Nations remain divided by mistrust and hatred. Everywhere the air and water have been fouled almost beyond help. Do something!" ~Michael Jackson.I also teach Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Color/Crystal Therapy at http://www.alternativehealingacademy.com/

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