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Shirley Price Carrier Oils, available in salon, therapists and 15ml retail size

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Courses for you at the Shirley Price Aromatherapy College

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Educators Jan Benham FFHT, MIFPA, Sue Jenkins BSc MIFPA

About Jan Benham FFHT MIFPA Jan Benham is a natural cosmetic formulator and instructor. She teaches courses on making natural and organic products for body, hair, and skin in person. Beginning as a mobile aromatherapist and reflexologist Jan began teaching for Shirley Price Aromatherapy in 1980. Her case studies were included in Shirley Price's Practical Aromatherapy published in 1982. Through her teaching and products Jan has assisted thousands in learning the art and science of making 100% botanical natural products and has taught at top spas and companies. Based in the Netherlands she teaches and consults with people in the UK, Canada and Asia. Her clients include complementary therapists and individuals creating their own product lines. Jan is a certified aromatherapist, a fellow of the Federation of Holistic Therapists and member of IFPA. Her professional work included Chairing the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists. She works with the teaching team at Shirley Price Aromatherapy to deliver Shirley Price Aromatherapy training in NHS Trusts.

Jan is the author of "how to" books including The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making.

Jan's passion is to teach others Holistic Beauty through making professional lotions, creams, soaps and other cosmetic products.

To see course dates and learn more about Jan Benham visit http://www.janbenham.co.uk/

Everyday aromatherapy - Living everyday mindful of the principles of TCM to healthily express fear, anger, joy, reflection, grief and develop wisdom, compassion, love, empathy, reverence

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At night I spend six hours of the day in a dormant state asleep usually between 12pm to 6am. If this isn’t enough sleep and the time permits I have a nap in the afternoon between 2pm-4pm.

In TCM Five Element terms this time is Water, Water dampens Fire, condensed yin, the season is winter, the bodily organs are the kidney and bladder, the root emotion is fear, the highest expression is wisdom. In terms of the spirit this accords to the Will (Zhi). (1)

In the morning I attend first to the family, hygiene, ailments, breakfast myself and feed children and animals. I attend to my post. When in Warwick I drive to my workplaces an office and a factory. When in London that can involve going to patron and client premises, the library or coffee house. This is when I connect with people staff and customers, ensure everyone has the resources they need, something to do (and the will to do it!)

In TCM Five Elements terms this time is Wood. Wood raises water. Wood roots penetrate the Earth. Wood is rising Yang. The season is spring, the bodily organs are the liver and gall bladder, the root emotion is anger and highest expression Compassion. In terms of the spirit this accords with the ethereal soul (Hun). (1)

Midday. The Sun is at its Zenith and so am I! Very mindful. At 1 I go for a coffee and biscuit and lunch lightly.

In TCM Five Element terms this time is Fire, Fire smelts metal, radiant yang, the season is summer (sometimes very brief in England!), the bodily organs are the heart, pericardium, small intestines and triple heater. The root emotion is Joy and expression is Love. In terms of the spirit this accords with the Mind (Shen). (1)

Afternoon. A time of despatch and order fulfilment. A time of intellect. The results of the day are finalised, interpreted and reported. I let myself and others know how we have got on.

In TCM Five Element terms this time is Earth, Earth absorbs the ashes of Fire, Earth contains (channels) Water, descending yin, the season is late summer, the bodily organs are the stomach and spleen-pancreas. The root emotion is reflection and highest expression empathy. In terms of the spirit this is the time of the Intellect (Yi) (1)

Evening. The journey home. I listen to music. A light evening meal and catch up with the family. A soulful time. And so to bed.

In TCM Five Element terms this time is Metal, Metal concentrates Earth, Metal melts to liquid, gathering yin, season is autumn, bodily organs lungs and large intestines. The root emotion is grief and highest expression reverence. In terms of the spirit this is the time of the bodily soul (P’o). (1)

Essential Oils and the Five Elements (2)

Wood Excess: Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon, Spikenard

Wood deficiency: Carrot seed, Chamomile, Rose, Vetiver

Fire Excess: Lemon Verbena, Sweet Marjoram, Neroli, Orange, Valerian

Fire deficiency: Frankincense, Sage, Sandalwood

Earth excess: Cardamon, Patchouli, Pettigrain

Earth deficiency: Caraway, Coriander

Metal excess: Citronella, Eucalyptus, Myrtle, Ravintsara

Metal deficiency: Fir, Hyssop linalool, Niaouli, Pine, Thyme linalool

Water excess: Cedarwood, Juniper

Water deficiency: Basil, Clary Sage, Geranium

References

1. Mojay G, Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit p31

2. Jeffrey.C.Yuen cited in Schaubelt

Ian Brealey

The Aromatist February 2012

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Whats on?

Coming up........

College of Medicine - ME Symposium February 7, Birmingham

College of Medicine - Back Pain February 22 Kenilworth

Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma Module One February, Hinckley

Grasse Aromatherapy Symposium March 16-18, Grasse

Robert Tisserand Weekend Seminar May 12, 13, London

Jeffrey.C.Yuan May 12,13, Dublin

Aromatherapy CPD - Mental Health Forum May 23 London

?Spring Festival of Scent 2012 May, Warwick UK

Whats new?

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new Phone App for Shirley Price Essential Oils

Ian Brealey http://www.shirleyprice.co.uk/

Our mission

Shirley Price Aromatherapy are dedicated to supporting an open and enthusiastic international aromatherapy community.

CPD for Complementary Therapists and Sports Therapists

CPD Courses at the Shirley Price Aromatherapy

FHT and IFPA accredited CPD Centre, Hinckley & Imperial College, London

http://www.fht.org.uk/home/education_and_events/fht_cpd_education_programme/default.aspx

Benham FFHT MIFPA

In 2012 Jan Benham teaches a number of courses in Hinckley and Brighton UK including

the Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma which has 6000 alumni worldwide

hear Jan Benham teach Module One Therapeutic Massage

Next Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma Module One February

About Jan Benham FFHT MIFPA Jan Benham is a natural cosmetic formulator and instructor. She teaches courses on making natural and organic products for body, hair, and skin in person. Beginning as a mobile aromatherapist and reflexologist Jan began teaching for Shirley Price Aromatherapy in 1980. Her case studies were included in Shirley Price's Practical Aromatherapy published in 1982. Through her teaching and products Jan has assisted thousands in learning the art and science of making 100% botanical natural products and has taught at top spas and companies. Based in the Netherlands she teaches and consults with people in the UK, Canada and Asia. Her clients include complementary therapists and individuals creating their own product lines. Jan is a certified aromatherapist, a fellow of the Federation of Holistic Therapists and member of IFPA. Her professional work included Chairing the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists. She works with the teaching team at Shirley Price Aromatherapy to deliver Shirley Price Aromatherapy training in NHS Trusts.

Jan is the author of "how to" books including The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making.

Jan's passion is to teach others Holistic Beauty through making professional lotions, creams, soaps and other cosmetic products.
To learn more about Jan Benham and book a course, visit her website at http://www.janbenham.co.uk/

Grasse Competition

On the occasion of this 14th edition of the International Symposium aromatherapy and medicinal plants, the City of Grasse and his organizing committee are launching a poster competition for students of 2nd and 3rd university cycles. The choice of the poster must match the theme of the Symposium.

The Jury:
Scientific Committee :

Philippe BOBOLA, Doctor of Physics, Chemistry & Biology, Paris.
Pierre-Jean GAREL, Director Emeritus: CNRS Research, Consulting biologist, Lugnacco TO (Italy).
Paul GOETZ, Editor of the journal Phytotherapy, Strasbourg.
Maurizio GRANDI, Professor of Oncology and Immunology, Turin, (Italy).
Francis HADJI MINAGLOU, Doctor of Pharmacy, Grasse
Henry JOSEPH, Doctor of Pharmacognosy, Gourbeyre, Guadeloupe
Jacques KALOUSTIAN, Doctor of Science, Pharmacist, Marseille.
Chantal MENUT, Professor in Charge of the ICAP Master, University of Montpellier
Yves PELISSIER, University Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy, Montpellier
Isabelle ROBARD, Lawyer at the Paris Bar, Paris
Consultant Designer:
Patrick THEILLERE: Consultant Phyto-aromatherapy, Nice.

Aromatherapy blending for all seasons

February

February is the month in which Valentines Day falls. People express their love by sending anonymous cards. Individuals that are physically or emotional exhausted, under stress, lacking proper nutrition, depressed, anxious or physically ill often have a significantly more difficult time enjoying intimacy.
Substances, including essential oils, that are considered aphrodisiacs are substances that can help dissipate the physical, psychological or emotional ailments that may interfere with sexual desire or arousal. For instance, an aphrodisiac may help with one or more of the following:

Help Aid a Physical Ailment
Reduce Stress
Calm Anxiety
Energize the Body and Mind
Uplift the Mood
Ease Depression
Appeals to the Senses

Now of course most people do not spend their lives in a frenzy of romantic passion. There is a whole class of anaphrodisiacs which diminsh sexual desire. Sweet Marjoram has been used since ancient times to help monks achieve their vows of sexual abstinence to concentrate on their spirituality.

Practice notes

A blog is a good way of promoting your practice and useful CPD
Brian Clark, the founder of Copyblogger has free resources and a download "How to Create Compelling Content that Ranks Well in Search Engines." It is written for those of us who want to know the basics of how search engines work.

Skincare making tips for aromatherapists

Best of luck with your skincare. So satisfying when you heat up your first lanette wax and ionised water. A squirt of grapefruit extract as preservative (Vit E is an alternative but grapefruit works the best) and of course your aromatherapy blend. Let it cool and into a PET bottle or jar. Label it and its Done! Whether you get a cream or lotion depends on the proportion of lanette to water. The main reason natural products go yucky is the strength of the grapefruit extract. Grapefruit extract is a favourite preservative. The best extract we have come across comes from Mexico there are cheaper copies on the UK market so beware. Also the use of the hydrolats. Hydrolats are great but not sterile so you are inoculating your product if you use them rather than ionised water so be aware of that. As Sue says the hydrolats dont last long. The hydrolats should be fresh season (most aromas are distilled in the summer/autumn so thats the time to buy)and kept in the fridge and away from sunlight. An £18 product batch test to check how your product got on in terms of sterility is available from local labs. Place it on file. This is a key part of your Safety Assessment. Watch out you dont overdo the citrus or rose absolute these are the usual reason for blends failing safety assessment. The safety assessment is the file note you make when placing a product on the market. Be sure to keep a batch book recording the name of the product, the batch number, number you made. Do register your product under the Cosmetics Directive online if marketing to the public. This is easily done and you get an email receipt back which you file ahead of any trading standards visit. A soil association registration is great but costs some £350 per annum which covers the cost of the annual visit and is good value. There is more info on www.janbenham.co.uk and her book is worth a read. Happy cooking!

Kind regards

Ian

Ian Brealey

Director

Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd

Upcoming workshops 2012

AROMA COSMETOLOGY - Holistic Skin Care

Designed for the student who is just starting out to the professional Aesthetician who wants to expand her practice and add new dimensions to her work. This course allows for treatment control without having to rely upon specific brands, with the making up of your own preparations and products. Learn how to rely less on machines and take a holistic approach, with the use of special massage techniques and essential oils.

INNER TO OUTER BEAUTY.

In level I - Practical: you will be taught a full cleanse, the use of compresses and steam, how to set up a treatment room, filling out client record sheets, a full 20 minute face and shoulder massage using both eastern and western techniques, and treatment with masks.

Theory: the basic principles of skin care, analysis of skin types, anatomy and physiology in relation to the skin, muscles, and skeleton of the head and chest, carrier oils, and the most common essential oils used in treatment. Level 11 works on problematic aroma solutions for skin care, with emphasis on anti ageing treatments, clinical and home care treatments for teenage acne, eczema, acne rosacea, and sensitive skin, our famous neck and skin firming treatments. Plus the blending and mixing of essential oils in creams, lotions, oils, masks and compresses.Other topics covered: - the use of fruits and vegetables on the skin and eyebrow shaping. Plus a look at simple dietary advice that can help along with the treatments.

With Jan Benham Cost £450 +VAT (5 Day Course) Start 10:00am – 4:00pm

Dates: Wednesday 18^th April – Sunday 22^nd April

Creamy craft of cosmetic making

Tired of using commercial cosmetics that bathe your body in chemicals and wreck havoc on your skin? In this fun but practical workshop, learn how to make your own creams, lotions, lip balms, ointments. Each practitioner will have the opportunity to make something different, and at the end of the class we will share the results. Find out how to mix the essential oils to discover the cream that reflects you. Includes the “book ‘the creamy craft of cosmetic making”

With Jan Benham Cost £120 +VAT (1 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Monday 14^th May 2012

And Sunday 10^th June 2012

Reflexology & Aromatherapy for the elderly

Reflexology and Aromatherapy for the elderly

Over the years, Jan has done extensive work on patients with multiple sclerosis, cancer and many other conditions using a specialised massage and reflexology technique, and aromatherapy. This workshop focuses on the use of aromatherapy and reflexology for the elderly using essential oils, reflexology and polarity (energy work). Specialised massage techniques on the knees, feet and lower legs are also covered. Designed for both carers and professional therapists; this program will teach you how to deal with the following conditions: Varicose veins, Insomnia, Knee problems, Oedema, Aches and pains, Poor Circulation and how to Balance the body. If there is any other conditions that you would like to have covered. Please tell us at the time of booking and Jan will be happy to cover that topic during the workshop.

With Jan Benham Cost £90.00 +VAT (1 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Monday 21^st May 2012

The Art of Soap Making

Join Jan, for a class in making herbal and vegetable based soaps. Together we shall make an excellent basic herbal soap recipe and a batch of surprise exotic soap. We shall explore different ingredients, methods and sources that you might use to make a variety of exciting soaps. Learn some troubleshooting tips, a few historical tidbits and some ways of decorating/icing your soaps. Please bring your most outrageous apron and cool eye protection (sunglasses will do).

With Jan Benham Cost: £90 +VAT (1 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Saturday 24^th March

Aromatherapy seminar/ Introduction To Aromatherapy

Discover the essential world of aromatic oils. What are essential oils? How are they are obtained? How can you tell if they are 100% pure? What is the difference between therapeutic grade and the rest? Blend and mix to your hearts delight, create your own recipes. Learn about the various effects of these essences, both physically and psychologically, the application of essential oils and safety considerations, plus information on the most useful essential oils and carrier oils.

With Jan Benham Cost: £90 +VAT (1 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Enquire about dates

QI Drop Therapy

Qi drop therapy is a method of applying neat essential oils to the spine, legs and feet using acupressure, massage and compress techniques to bring balance to the whole system. It works on energy alignment, the movement of Qi throughout the body, straightens the spine and fights viruses. Qi drop therapy incorporates the use of 13 essential oils/blends of therapeutic strength.

With Jan Benham Cost: £120 +VAT Start 10:00am – 4:00pm

Dates: Enquire about dates

Learn How To Make Natural Mineral Makeup

Come and learn how to make your own mineral makeup, using all natural ingredients.

Let Jan show you healthy alternatives to the toxic chemicals that are present in most mainstream cosmetics. Why risk long term health problems or allow these chemicals to dry and damage your skin? In comparison, mineral makeup nourishes your skin whilst enhancing your looks. There are two workshops; Natural Makeup and Mineral Makeup. In the mineral makeup workshop you'll learn how to make your own natural foundation, blushers and eye shadows. In the natural makeup workshop you’ll learn how to make your own mascara, lipsticks, and lip gloss, eye and lip pencils. Imagine the pleasure of wearing makeup crafted specifically to enhance your features. Imagine the satisfaction of making cosmetics. Imagine the security of knowing you’re applying healthy substances onto your skin. Turn these skills into an enjoyable hobby, as you create cosmetics for family and business, giving them unique and treasured gifts. This could even be the start of a business Opportunity if you want to turn craft into cash.

With Jan Benham Start 11:00 – 4:00pm

Cost of each workshop £130 +VAT or both for £240 +VAT

Dates: Mineral Makeup: Monday 16^th April + Monday 11^th June

Natural Makeup: Tuesday 17^th April + Tuesday 12^th June

Shampoo and bath bomb making

With my own practical experience, explore your own creativity in designing your own hair shampoos and conditioners. Enjoy the craft of bath bomb making using only pure and natural ingredients. Includes the book ‘the baby boomers beauty bible’. A Perfect course for both adults and children.

With Jan Benham Cost Adults £90 +VAT Children £30.00 +VAT (1 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Dates: Enquire about dates

HSE Emergency First Aid at Work 1 Day Course

This course is designed for someone taking on the role of an Emergency First Aider at work - for low risk environments, or those with few employees. However, this course gives a great introduction to first aid, and is therefore both suitable for both professional and personal users. It's lively, fun and run in an interactive workshop style. Our 1 day course includes an overview of baby and child first aid. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

On successful completion delegates will be awarded a certificate in HSE Emergency First Aid at Work valid for 3 years.

Cost: £90.00 +VAT Refreshments and Lunch Provided

Start: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Enquire about dates

Cosmetic Making Diploma

Makeup- soap – skin care and hair products – business studies. This is a comprehensive course in the art of cosmetic making, from soaps to lipsticks. You will learn how to make a full range of makeup including foundation, blusher, eye shadows, eye and lip pencils, lipgloss and lipstick.

You will be able to make a full complete skin, body and hair care line including: Hair Shampoo and conditioner, cleanser, toners and moisturisers, body lotions, ointments and lip balms.

Understand the scientific and botanical studies of plants and how to start your own business including government regulations, labelling laws, how to get free advertising etc.

Course includes;

· Aromatherapy Seminar

· The Art Of Soap Making

· The Creamy Craft Of Cosmetic Making

· Mineral And Natural Makeup

· Shampoo and Bath Bomb Making

Cost: £595.00 + VAT (6 Day Course) Start 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Enquire about dates

Robert Tisserand – CPD Seminar

London 2012 Robert Tisserand Aromatherapy Seminar

www.PureAromatherapy.com

We are delighted to co-sponsor and invite you to the Robert Tisserand weekend seminar Aromatherapy Research and Synergy of Essential Oil Constituents details are on www.PureAromatherapy.com. Book your place below. Places are limited to 60 delegates so do book early to avoid disappointment. 10% discount for 3 or more places booked together.

When Shirley Price and Robert Tisserand made aromatherapy a household word and took essential oils back into hospices and hospitals the cry was, yes interesting case studies but where is the research? Researchers came together at Warwick University, UK in 1997 in a landmark event. Now fifteen years on its time to do it again to review the research in the meantime and showcase the work done by Jane Buckle and her colleagues in particular. There is now so much worldwide research on the clinical uses of essential oils and massage from mood enhancement to cancer treatment that we need a guide to it. On May 12,13 2012 ISPA will be co-sponsoring Aromatherapy Research and Synergy of Essential Oil Constituents, a weekend seminar with Robert Tisserand. Introduction by Gabriel Mojay. Come and share your enthusiasm and case studies of aromatherapy in action in palliative care and practice with our distinguished speakers. Venue; Imperial College, London, Huxley Building, Room 341

Or call Rosie the College Secretary on T: 01455 615466. Cost £180+VAT
Authors dinner 12 May 2011. As part of the seminar proceedings ISPA will be publishing a seminar booklet Aromatherapy Research and Synergy of Essential Oil Constituents, sub theme care of cancer patients and the terminally ill with contributions from 20 leading international aromatherapy authors across the spectrum of aromatherapy.

Hot Stone Massage

Hot & Cold Stone massage is a unique form of massage therapy using volcanic stones to warm and cool the body in a specific body sequence. Our Hot Stone massage course covers the full body and face, it is a two day certified training course.

Learn this new massage technique that goes back many thousands of years. This therapy has become one of the most popular over the last ten years. Working in harmony with massage this hot stone massage technique uses warm stones, placed on the client's body and also in the therapist’s hands. This massage course will teach how to perform a full body routine as well as how to tailor it to suite the individual client in a safe and effective manner.

Chakra awareness is increased through stone placement, you will also learn about the 12 meridians. This treatment is extremely grounding and provides an unforgettable mind, body and spirit connection.

This is a course that will suit both students who are just starting out to holistic practitioners who wish to expand their knowledge. Care and maintenance of the basalt stones, gathering techniques and temperature levels is also covered.

Cost: £180.00 + Vat (2 Day course)

Start: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Enquire about dates

Chair Massage

This course incorporates Ayurevedic, Thai and Swedish Massage techniques that can be used in a seated position.

OBJECTIVE

This is an easy way for the student to earn income and develop a clientele since it can be practiced practically anywhere - on the beach, in malls and in the workplace.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Massage of the back, shoulders, neck, face and scalp are taught, with emphasis on meridian lines and acupressure points. Working with both professional massage and basic office chairs. Benefits (physically, emotionally and mentally), and contraindications are covered. Common back, neck and shoulder disorders will also be discussed along with aroma-therapeutic applications that can be utilized with this treatment.

Cost: £90.00 + Vat (1 Day Course)

Start: 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Tuesday 22^nd May 2012

The Art of Perfume Making

What is perfumery? What are perfume oils and flower waters and how are they made? What do perfumes do for us mentally, emotionally and physically, and how do we know this traditionally and scientifically.

Flirt with the secret art of perfume making using a selection of top, heart and base notes on this fun 1 day course where you'll learn how to make your own signature scent.

Take home with you your perfume, a luxurious scented room spray or diffuser and other scented products. Relax in a hot bath exquisitely scented with your favourite essential oils and seasoned with lavish ingredients to pamper and soothe you.

Workshop content:

· Introduction and explanation of products you’ll be using.

· Decoding chemical compounds used in perfume making

· Perfumes for mental and emotional well-being

· Essential oils - therapeutic properties

· Essential oils - Top, heart & Base notes

· Blending and mixing aromas

· Diluting your blends

· Creating a scented bath / massage oil

· Making room scents

· Create a solid perfume

· Create your perfume in oil or alcohol

You will go home with a 10ml customized perfume blend, either oil based or alcohol based, a solid perfume and a bath or massage oil, created on the principles of ancient perfumery using the information of contemporary science - a £20 value! Packaging, handouts, recipes and a certification of completion of the course are included.

Cost: £120.00 + Vat (1 Day Course)

Start: 11:00am – 4:00pm

Date: Tuesday 15^th May 2012

Grasse Aromatherapy Symposium March 2012

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http://www.aromatherapie.ville-grasse.fr/

16-18 March 2012

Last year

April 1-3: 13th International Symposium of Aromatherapy and Medicinal Plants

Palais des Congres de Grasse

Annual meeting of aromatherapy professionals, researchers and therapists have the opportunity to take stock of progress and problems in the area of essential oils and medicinal plants.

For this thirteenth edition, World Forests and Sacred Plants will be highlighted

The main focus will be developed around the complementary themes:

Language of the Gods, understanding of people, useful plants in the tradition
Plants and people: beauty, prevention, cure,
Olfaction and Neuroscience,
Plant Neurobiology, from molecules to the soul of nature,

A major advantage of this symposium is the variety of topics each year, all areas of aromatherapy are alternately highlighted: clinical applications, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, perfumes and food ... and help renew the pool of professionals and researchers involved in this conference

Impressions of the 2011 symposium

Essentia

Shirley Price Chamomile Eyedrops

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Clean and Green ideas - Natural lighting with a Solar Bulb

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From Brazil, to the Philippines (in any direction), we have very poor people around the world who cannot afford, or do not have access to, electric lights. They live in crowded, dark conditions, and need light. You have some very bright, enterprising locals heard about an idea. They are now in business bringing light where it didn’t exist, or was very expensive to provide. A soda bottle, water, and a bit of bleach (to stop algae) can provide an equivalent amount of light as a 50 watt light bulb naturally.
Watch the smiles |
How to
How it started

Essentia

Meditation aids, machines, audios, books by Deepak Chopra

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Audios Books About Deepak Chopra

His message

- that love, health and happiness are possible, that mystery is real and that the universe is ultimately a friendly and benevolent place where orthodoxies old and new can meet and make peace with one another

A friend of Michael Jackson for 20 years, Chopra came to widespread public attention in July 2009 when he criticized the "cult of drug-pushing doctors, with their co-dependent relationships with addicted celebrities", saying that he hoped Jacksons death, attributed to an overdose of a prescription drug, would be a call to action.

No more sleepless nights. I love gadgets but when i saw this I thought No! Not a machine for meditation! Patterns of light and sound lead you gently toward peaceful, calm states of meditation that will help you to relax deeply, improve concentration and memory, and if nothing else sleep more soundly.When we meditate, our brainwaves slow down from the fast beta waves of normal consciousness, to slower alpha rhythms - or the even slower theta patterns of deeper meditation. The brains natural tendency is to follow the frequency of sound and light to slow down.

Sweet Dreams

Aromatherapy for apartments?

Phuket, Thailand

Essentia

Ideas of Paradise?

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So thats what paradise looks like! Lake Tekapo NZ

Essentia

Clinical Aromatherapy - Cancer Care

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Marianne Tavares
www.clinicalaromapac.ca

"Integrating Clinical Aromatherapy in Specialist Palliative Care"

More links to aromatherapy in palliative care

Essentia

The Shirley Price Aromatherapy Factory in Hinckley, England

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The Shirley Price Aromatherapy gang in the factory. Chloe, Gill, Sue, Kelly, Rosie. Thanks guys.

Essentia

Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma - how the hours work out

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Aromatherapy Syllabus

Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology

Classroom or distance learning 65 hours

Self directed study 150 hours

Aromatherapy

Practical applied aromatherapy

Therapeutic Massage

Practical Blending

Classroom 80 hours (includes 60 hours therapeutic massage)

Self directed study 120 hours

Theory of aromatherapy

Classroom or distance learning 70 hours

Self directed study 100 hours

Therapeutic relationships

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 10 hours

Professional studies

Legislation, conduct, ethics

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 20 hours

Reflective practice

Classroom 7 hours

Self directed study 20 hours

Understanding research

Classroom or distance learning 7 hours

Self directed study 10 hours

Hours

Minimum contact hours 94 hours

Maximum distance learning hours 156 hours

Total taught hours 250 hours

Minimum self directed study 450 hours

through reading, case studies, essay, practice

Shirley Price Aromatherapy

Contact hours on taught diploma 175 hours

Minimum distance learning and assignments 75 hours

Including anatomy and physiology, pathology 65 hours

Essentia

'Appy days with ShirleyPrice.co.uk on Android

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23rd / January / 2012 By: Ian Brealey

Now on Android. Distributors keep in touch with Shirley Price product and training news and therapists can order on the go from Amazon with free next day delivery on the go with our new Android app!

Shirley Price customers now have easy access on the move, with our brand new Android app.

Available now for FREE on Android marketplace, the ShirleyPrice.co.uk Android app allows shop owners to quickly view products and Shirley Price training news and media. This latest ShirleyPrice.co.uk feature release means distributors can stay tuned in to their online business. The android app can also be downloaded to a laptop or ipad. Setup couldn’t be more straight forward: simply get the app from Android Marketplace and install it. All vital data is accessible any time any place.

Ian Brealey, from the UK’s leading online aromatherapy provider comments on the company’s first development in mobile:

“The Android app is the first of our mobile releases for 2012. It’s a neat and useful application which keeps our users in 40 countries worldwide up to date, which can only make life easier. Another project in the mobile space includes full mCommerce: allowing customers to have a mobile optimised version of ShirleyPrice.co.uk for mobile visitors, which we know are on the up.”

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Nutrition -Revise Type 2 Diabetes

2012-01-22T14:48:00.000-08:00

http://www.veglov.com/2011/10/natural-diabetes-health-ten-tips-for.html

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Aromatherapy - further reading

2012-01-22T14:07:00.000-08:00

Document references

Sixth Report. Complementary and Alternative Medicine, House of Lords Select Committee on Science and Technology, November 2000
Complementary medicine: information pack for primary care groups, Dept of Health, June 2000
Aromatherapy Council
Perry N, Perry E; Aromatherapy in the management of psychiatric disorders: clinical and neuropharmacological perspectives. CNS Drugs. 2006;20(4):257-80. [abstract]
Kiecolt-Glaser JK, Graham JE, Malarkey WB, et al; Olfactory influences on mood and autonomic, endocrine, and immune function. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2008 Apr;33(3):328-39. [abstract]
Howard S, Hughes BM; Expectancies, not aroma, explain impact of lavender aromatherapy on psychophysiological indices of relaxation in young healthy women. Br J Health Psychol. 2008 Nov;13(Pt 4):603-17. Epub 2007 Sep 7. [abstract]
Thomas KJ, Nicholl JP, Coleman P; Use and expenditure on complementary medicine in England: a population based survey. Complement Ther Med. 2001 Mar;9(1):2-11. [abstract]
Lewith GT, Hyland M, Gray SF; Attitudes to and use of complementary medicine among physicians in the United Kingdom. Complement Ther Med. 2001 Sep;9(3):167-72. [abstract]
Thomas KJ, Coleman P, Nicholl JP; Trends in access to complementary or alternative medicines via primary care in England: 1995-2001 results from a follow-up national survey. Fam Pract. 2003 Oct;20(5):575-7. [abstract]
Safe Alternative Medicine. Expert advice on alternative medicine. Accessed February 2009
Henley DV, Lipson N, Korach KS, et al; Prepubertal gynecomastia linked to lavender and tea tree oils. N Engl J Med. 2007 Feb 1;356(5):479-85. [abstract]
Attia Ltd; response to gynecomastia allegations: Prepubertal gynaecomastia linked to Lavender and Tea Tree Oil (2007); Call for the Journal of New England Medicine to publish a retraction
Trattner A, David M, Lazarov A; Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oils. Contact Dermatitis. 2008 May;58(5):282-4. [abstract]
Wye L, Sharp D, Shaw A; The impact of NHS based primary care complementary therapy services on health BMC Complement Altern Med. 2009 Mar 6;9:5. [abstract]
Smith CA, Collins CT, Cyna AM, et al; Complementary and alternative therapies for pain management in labour. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(2):CD003521. [abstract]
Burns E, Zobbi V, Panzeri D, et al; Aromatherapy in childbirth: a pilot randomised controlled trial. BJOG. 2007 Jul;114(7):838-44. Epub 2007 May 16. [abstract]
van der Watt G, Janca A; Aromatherapy in nursing and mental health care. Contemp Nurse. 2008 Aug;30(1):69-75. [abstract]
van der Watt G, Laugharne J, Janca A; Complementary and alternative medicine in the treatment of anxiety and depression. Curr Opin Psychiatry. 2008 Jan;21(1):37-42. [abstract]
Thorgrimsen L, Spector A, Wiles A, et al; Aroma therapy for dementia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(3):CD003150. [abstract]
Nguyen QA, Paton C; The use of aromatherapy to treat behavioural problems in dementia. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2008 Apr;23(4):337-46. [abstract]
Cooke B, Ernst E; Aromatherapy: a systematic review. Br J Gen Pract. 2000 Jun;50(455):493-6. [abstract]
Kyle G, Marks-Maran D; Focus group interviews: how aromatherapists feel about changing their practice through undertaking a randomised controlled trial? Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2008 Aug;14(3):204-11. Epub 2008 Mar 6. [abstract]
Hay IC, Jamieson M, Ormerod AD; Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata. Arch Dermatol. 1998 Nov;134(11):1349-52. [abstract]
Delamere FM, Sladden MM, Dobbins HM, et al; Interventions for alopecia areata. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008 Apr 16;(2):CD004413. [abstract]
van den Biggelaar FJ, Smolders J, Jansen JF; Complementary and alternative medicine in alopecia areata. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2010;11(1):11-20. doi: 10.2165/11530040-000000000-00000. [abstract]
Esmonde L, Long AF; Complementary therapy use by persons with multiple sclerosis: benefits and research priorities. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2008 Aug;14(3):176-84. Epub 2008 May 7. [abstract]

Internet and further reading

Happy New Year

2012-01-22T10:06:00.001-08:00

Thomas Avery Garran

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Western-According-Traditional-Chinese-Medicine/dp/159477191X/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1327262946&sr=8-2-fkmr0

Peter Holmes

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Energetics-Western-Herbs-MedicaTIntrgrating-Therapeutics/dp/1890029424/ref=sr_1_10?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1327263688&sr=1-10

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Revise - Module One 10 step aromatherapy massage treatment

2012-01-20T15:29:00.000-08:00

Module One - Therapeutic massage includes a ten step aromatherapy massage, introduction to aromatherapy blending and ends with a session to make your own cleansers, toners, lotions and creams.

Module One runs monthly. Next Module One - February 2012. Call 01455615466.

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ten step Shirley Price Aromatherapy Massage
Sp1 Watch   Facial cleanse
Sp2 Watch   Back massage
Sp3 Watch   Back of legs Massage
Sp4 Watch   Front of legs massage
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Sp6 Watch Arms and hands massage
Sp7 Watch Shoulders and facial massage
Sp8 Watch Scalp Massage
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Sp10 Watch Treatment and untowelling

Our teaching principle is 'see one, do one, teach one'. Module One runs monthly. Kindly call the college secretary Rosie Brandrick on 01455 615466 to book your place.

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma 16-20 January Hinckley

2012-01-17T08:36:00.000-08:00

Day One

AM Introduction to Aromatherapy, definition, history, effects, storage, basic properties, uses of essential oils, carrier oils properties. Homework

PM Practical, Female model. Aromatherapy blending practical exercise one, practical exercise two. Aromatherapy facial cleanse and tone on a model. making toners with hydrolats for dry and oily skin. Restorative moisturiser cream.

A highlight for me was for the four students each making the same blend and then comparing their impressions of their own and others blends and the success of differant blending techniques. very motivating.

Nice observable introduction to essential oils, energy and behavioural kinesiology (though we did not mention the words!).
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Day Two

AM Theory Handouts History, Essential Oils, Aromatic Blending, Materia Aromatica profiles. A&P Theory.

PM Practical Male model. Towels and screens, A&P practical. Back Massage - effleurage (effleurer - to touch lightly) pettrisage. Shoulder Massage. Revise cleanse and tone.

Todays highlight was using yesterdays blend in massage. We are building to a full 2 hour aromatherapy massage treatment with cleanse, facepack, tone and moisturise.

Day Three

Theory AM. Blending exercise. Therapeutic cross reference chart. Carrier oils. PM Practical scalp massage meridian lines and points. Back of legs massage. Using the day one massage blend. Putting it together. Cleanse and tone. Back massage. Back of legs massage. Turnover. Moisturise. Shoulder massage. Scalp massage.

Day Four

Theory AM. The aromatherapy consultation. identifying conditions. Tips for practice. PM Practical Front of leg massage, Foot massage. Putting it all together in a 10 step aromatherapy treatment.

Day Five

Theory AM. PM Practical. 10 step aromatherapy treatment. In the final practical session you make your own Cleanser, Toners, White Lotion and cream. Ingredients Lannette wax, Fractionated cooconut oil. Distilled water. Grapefruit extract. Course Completion certificates.

Module One runs monthly. Next Module One in February, This class Module Two in March.

Aromatherapy - treat or treatment?

2012-01-15T04:28:00.001-08:00

"Even if we cant always see the science we can see the results - increasingly we are seeing the science.

A more natural diet, a more natural exercise, a more natural health. By working with our environment we can extend our lives (and our enjoyment of them) by as much as 10 years.

Its as simple as that."

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Revise - Conditions benefitting from qualified aromatherapy treatments

2012-01-15T02:04:00.001-08:00

This is 40 of the more common conditions covered by the aromatherapy syllabus and so of interest to students. The graduate list is almost endless! I like the blend recipes in Valerie Worwoods books. The link has a descriptor of the condition and the link to more information. Aromatherapists tend to work in an NHS setting in hospices and with GP referrals so students should have an early awareness of the language of the professionals they will be serving and to be able to discuss their clients symptoms. Often early symptoms like gout or pruritis can be early warning of more severe trouble ahead requiring radical diet and exercise revision now which the aromatherapist can support. Usually diet revision means a more natural diet so aromatherapists can advise on how to make that more palatable for the client and their family.

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Symptoms

Here are some of the more common conditions benefitting from aromatherapy treatments

Acne
Alopecia
Amenorrhoea
Arthritis – osteo
Arthritis – rheumatoid
Asthma
Athlete’s foot
Bruise
Catarrh
Cellulite
Chilblains
Colds and flu
Cold sore
Cramp
Cystitis
Depression
Diarrhoea
Dysmenorrhoea
Eczema
Fever
Gout
Headache
Hypertension
Hypotension
Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
Insect bite/sting
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Laryngitis
Menopause
Menorrhagia
Migraine
Neuralgia
Oedema
Psoriasis
Raynaud’s Disease
Sciatica
Sinusitis
Sprain
Stress, stress management
Sunburn
Thrush
Tonsillitis
Varicose veins
Wart/verruca

Acne

Acne is a chronic skin condition that affects most people at some point during their life. It causes spots to develop on the skin, usually on the face, back and chest. The symptoms of acne can be mild, moderate or severe.

Acne is thought to be caused by changes in hormones that are triggered during puberty.

Acne can cause great distress and have an adverse effect on a person’s quality of life and self-esteem.

Therefore, healthcare professionals recognise that the condition requires effective and sometimes aggressive treatment.

Alopecia

Alopecia is the medical term that describes a loss of hair and sometimes baldness.

Sometimes, hair loss is a side effect of the cancer treatment medicines that are used in chemotherapy. In these cases, hair loss is usually temporary. However, any type of hair loss can reduce confidence and self-esteem.

Amenorrhoea

A period is when blood leaves the womb through the vagina. This happens about every 28 days. Girls most commonly start their periods around the age of 12.

It is normal for a female to not have any periods under the following circumstances:

When a girl has not yet gone through puberty.

When a woman is pregnant, breastfeeding or going through the menopause (usually at the age of 40 or older).

When a woman has had a hysterectomy (operation to remove the womb).

However, an absence of periods when they should normally occur, known as amenorrhoea, may indicate an underlying health problem or severe weight loss (see Causes). When there is amenorrhoea, ovulation (the release of eggs) does not occur.

Amenorrhoea may be categorised as either primary or secondary.

Arthritis – osteo

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation (swelling) of the joints and bones. The main symptoms of arthritis include:

pain

stiffness

restricted movements of the joints

inflammation and swelling

warmth and redness of the skin over the joint

In the UK, arthritis is a very common condition, affecting over 9 million people.

The most common forms of arthritis are:

osteoarthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

The characteristics of these two conditions are discussed below. Other types of arthritis are listed in the box, below left.

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in the UK, affecting an estimated 8.5 million people.

In people affected by osteoarthritis, the cartilage (connective tissue) between their bones gradually wastes away (degenerates), leading to painful rubbing of bone on bone in the joints. The most frequently affected joints are in the:

hands

spine

knees

hips

Osteoarthritis often develops in people who are over 50 years of age. However, it can develop at any age as a result of an injury or another joint-related condition.

The cause of osteoarthritis is not fully understood. One theory is that some people are genetically predisposed to developing osteoarthritis, which means that they have an increased likelihood of inheriting it from their parents. However, this theory has not yet been proven.

See the Health A-Z topic about Osteoarthritis for more information and advice about the condition.

Arthritis – rheumatoid

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation (swelling) of the joints and bones. The main symptoms of arthritis include:

pain

stiffness

restricted movements of the joints

inflammation and swelling

warmth and redness of the skin over the joint

In the UK, arthritis is a very common condition, affecting over 9 million people.

The most common forms of arthritis are:

osteoarthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

The characteristics of these two conditions are discussed below. Other types of arthritis are listed in the box, below left.

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis is a more severe, but less common, form of arthritis than osteoarthritis. It occurs when the body's immune system attacks and destroys the affected joints, causing pain and swelling to occur. This can lead to a reduction in movement and the breakdown of bone and cartilage.

In the UK, rheumatoid arthritis affects around 400,000 people, and it often starts between 40 and 50 years of age. Women are three times more likely to be affected by the condition than men.

Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by a fault in the immune system (the body’s natural defence against illness and infection) that makes the body attack its own tissues. The fault may be inherited genetically (passed on from a family member).

See the Health A-Z topic about Rheumatoid arthritis for more information and advice about the condition.

Asthma

Asthma is a long-term condition that can cause a cough, wheezing and breathlessness. The severity of the symptoms varies from person to person. Asthma can be controlled well in most people most of the time.

In the UK, 5.4 million people are currently receiving treatment for asthma. That is 1 in every 12 adults and 1 in every 11 children. Asthma in adults is more common in women than men.

If you are diagnosed with asthma as a child, the symptoms may disappear during your teenage years. However, asthma can return in adulthood. If childhood symptoms of asthma are moderate to severe, it is more likely that the condition will persist or return later in life. However, asthma does not only start in young people and can develop at any age.

The cause of asthma is not fully understood, but it is known that asthma often runs in families. You are more likely to have asthma if one or both of your parents has the condition.

Athlete’s foot

Athlete’s foot is a very common condition. It is caused by a fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet.

Athlete’s foot is usually mild and often affects the skin between the toes, causing it to become red, flaky and itchy. The medical name for athlete’s foot is tinea pedis. Athlete’s foot is usually easy to treat with antifungal medication.

Bruise

Bruises are bluish or purple-coloured patches that appear on the skin when tiny blood vessels, called capillaries, break or burst underneath. The blood from the capillaries leaks into the soft tissue under your skin, causing the discolouration. Over time this fades through shades of yellow or green.

Bruises often feel tender or swollen at first.

Catarrh

Catarrh is an excessive build-up of mucus in one of the airways or cavities of the body. It is usually found inside the nose, but it can also occur in the:

throat

ears

chest

Catarrh is not a condition in itself, but a symptom of a condition such as:

the common cold or another infection

hay fever or other type of allergic rhinitis

non-allergic rhinitis (sensitivity to environmental triggers)

nasal polyps (fleshy swellings inside the nose)

Cellulite

Cellulite is a cosmetic problem caused by fatty deposits that form underneath the skin. It is not related to cellulitis.

Losing weight is the best way of dealing with cellulite.

Cellulitis is an infection of the deeper layers of the skin and the underlying tissue. The main symptom of cellulitis is the affected area of skin suddenly turning red, painful swollen and hot.

Cellulitis can have a wide range of causes, although it is usually caused by a type of bacteria called group A streptococcus.

Chilblains

Chilblains are small, itchy swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. They affect the body's extremities, such as the toes, fingers, heels, ears and nose. Chilblains are uncomfortable but can be prevented.

Chilblains can be:

acute (short-term), developing within 12-24 hours after exposure to the cold and getting better after one to two weeks if you keep warm

chronic, lasting for a minimum of five months a year for the past three years and causing persistent sores that can lead to scarring

Colds and flu

One-third of Britons think flu is just a bad cold, but each year thousands of people die of complications following flu. Find out how colds and flu differ.

Colds and flu share some of the same symptoms (sneezing, coughing, sore throat), but are caused by different viruses. Flu can be much more serious than a cold.

If you're generally fit and healthy, you can usually manage the symptoms of a cold or flu yourself without seeing a doctor. Look after yourself by resting, drinking non-alcoholic fluids to avoid dehydration and avoiding strenuous activity. Painkillers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol can relieve aches and pains.

Some people need to take extra care as they're more at risk of serious chest complications, such as pneumonia and bronchitis. People over 65 are more at risk of complications. People under 65, including children, are more at risk of complications if they have:

serious heart or chest complaints, including asthma

serious kidney disease or liver disease

diabetes

lowered immunity due to disease or treatment

had a stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

Everyone in an at-risk group is eligible for a free flu vaccination. This is the best protection against the virus. Find out who is offered the flu jab.

Cold sore

Cold sores are small, blister-like lesions that usually appear around the mouth. They are caused by the herpes simplex viruses. The strain that usually causes them around the mouth is herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1).

In rare cases, cold sores can also be caused by the herpes simplex type 2 virus (HSV-2). This can happen as a result of having oral sex with a man or woman who has genital herpes.

Cramp

Leg cramps are a common, annoying but usually harmless condition that cause sudden muscle pain in the leg. Leg cramps usually occur in the calf muscles below the knee, although they can affect any part of the leg.

In three out of four cases, leg cramps occur at night during sleep.

Cystitis
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder. It's usually caused by an infection in the bladder, but can also be caused by irritation or damage (from friction during sex, for example).

Symptoms of cystitis are:

an urgent need to urinate often

pain or stinging when you urinate

Cystitis usually passes within a few days, or sometimes may need treatment with antibiotics.

Untreated bladder infections can cause kidney infections.

Depression

Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days.

We all go through spells of feeling down, but when you're depressed, you feel persistently sad for weeks or months rather than just a few days.

Some people still think that depression is trivial and not a genuine health condition. They're wrong. Depression is a real illness with real symptoms, and it's not a sign of weakness or something you can 'snap out of' by 'pulling yourself together'.

The good news is that with the right treatment and support, most people can make a full recovery from depression.

Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is passing loose or watery faeces more than three times a day. It affects almost everyone from time to time and is usually nothing to worry about.

A common cause in both children and adults is gastroenteritis, an infection of the bowel. Gastroenteritis may be caused by:

a virus, such as a norovirus or rotavirus

bacteria, which is often found in contaminated food

a parasite

See Diarrhoea - causes for more information.

Bouts of diarrhoea in adults may also be brought on by anxiety or drinking too much coffee or alcohol. Diarrhoea may also be a side effect of a medication.

Dysmenorrhoea

Most women experience some form of period pain during their lifetime. The medical term for period pain is dysmenorrhoea. The pain caused by menstruation is usually felt in your lower abdominal area, but can also spread to your back and thighs.

Eczema

Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked. It is a long-term, or chronic, condition.

Atopic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is the most common form of eczema. It mainly affects children, but can continue into adulthood.

Atopic eczema commonly occurs in areas with folds of skin such as:

behind the knees

on the front of the elbows

on the side of the neck

around the eyes and ears

Fever

A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5°C is a fever.

As a parent it can be very worrying if your child has a high temperature, however, it is very common and often clears up on its own.

A quick and easy way to find out if your child has a fever is to take their temperature using a thermometer.

Gout

Gout is a common type of arthritis. The symptoms of gout include painful swelling and inflammation in one or more of the joints. Gout usually affects the big toe, but it can develop in any joint in the body.

Headache

More than one in 5 people get headaches, making them one of the most common health complaints, but most are easily treated.

Most headaches aren’t serious and can be treated with pharmacy remedies and lifestyle changes, such as getting more rest and drinking enough fluids.

Hypertension

Known as the 'silent killer', high blood pressure rarely has obvious symptoms.

Around 30% of people in England have high blood pressure but many don't know it. If left untreated, high blood pressure increases your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

The only way of knowing there is a problem is to have your blood pressure measured.

All adults should have their blood pressure checked at least every five years. If you haven’t had yours measured, or you don’t know what your blood pressure reading is, ask your GP to check it for you.

Hypotension

Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is where the blood pressure in your arteries is abnormally low.

It's usually the case that the lower your blood pressure, the healthier you are.

Naturally low blood pressure is unlikely to cause any symptoms and is normally nothing to worry about. However, if your blood pressure drops too low, it can restrict the amount of blood flowing to your brain and other vital organs, which can cause fainting or dizziness and lightheadedness.

See your GP if you experience any symptoms of low blood pressure and you are concerned.

All adults should have their blood pressure checked at least every five years. If you haven't had yours measured or don't know what your reading is, ask your GP to check it.

Indigestion (Dyspepsia)

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen (tummy).

If you have indigestion, you may experience a number of symptoms, including:

heartburn, a burning sensation that is caused by acid passing from the stomach into the oesophagus (gullet)

regurgitation (food coming back up from the stomach)

bloating

nausea (feeling sick)

vomiting (being sick)

Insect bite/sting

Insect bites are puncture wounds caused by insects. In the UK, insects that bite include:

midges

mosquitoes

fleas

bedbugs

ticks

When an insect bites, it releases saliva that can cause:

inflammation (redness and swelling)

blisters

irritation

The symptoms of insect bites can vary depending on the type of insect and the sensitivity of the person who is bitten. For example, some people may have a small, itchy lump after they are bitten, which only lasts for a few hours. Others may develop a more serious reaction, such as blistering and a number of itchy, red lumps. See Insect bites - symptoms for more information.

Insomnia

Insomnia is difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep for long enough to feel refreshed the next morning, even though you've had enough opportunity to sleep.

Most people have problems sleeping at some point in their life. It's thought that a third of people in the UK have bouts of insomnia. Insomnia tends to be more common in women and more likely to occur with age.

It's difficult to define what normal sleep is as everyone is different. Your age, lifestyle, environment and diet all play a part in influencing the amount of sleep you need.

The most common symptoms of insomnia are:

difficulty falling asleep

waking up during the night

waking up early in the morning

feeling irritable and tired and finding it difficult to function during the day

Stress and anxiety are a common cause of insomnia, but it can also be caused by conditions such as depression,schizophrenia or asthma, some medications and alcohol or drug misuse.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is a common condition of the digestive system and can cause bouts of stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

There's no cure for IBS, but the symptoms can be relieved by changing your diet and lifestyle. Sometimes medication can help, too.

IBS isn't a dangerous condition. There's no obvious abnormality of the bowel, and, although it can feel uncomfortable, the condition poses no serious threat to your health. For example, it won't increase your chances of developing cancer or other bowel conditions.

The precise cause of IBS is unclear, but it may be triggered by stress, problems with your immune system or a problem with how the muscles of your gut squeeze food through your bowel.

The symptoms of IBS usually come on for the first time between the ages of 20 and 30. They're not usually continuous, but tend to come and go in bouts, often during times of stress or after eating certain foods.

The symptoms can vary from one person to another and be worse in some people than others.

But most people experience either diarrhoea or constipation or bouts of both, and sometimes notice mucus in their stools. It's also common to find that painful cramps ease after you've been to the toilet to open your bowels.

Laryngitis

Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx (voice box). Symptoms of laryngitis include:

hoarseness,

loss of voice, and

sore throat.

The larynx

The larynx is a tube-like structure found at the entrance of the trachea (windpipe). The lump you can see at the front of your throat, commonly known as the Adam’s apple, is your larynx.

The larynx has three main functions:

It helps channel oxygen into your trachea when you breathe.

It acts like a valve, closing off the trachea when you swallow to prevent food or liquid entering your airways.

It contains two membranes (the vocal cords) which vibrate as air passes through them, producing the sound of your voice.

Laryngitis causes these membranes to become inflamed. They cannot vibrate properly, which leads to the loss of voice associated with laryngitis.

Types of laryngitis

There are two main types of laryngitis:

Acute laryngitis, where symptoms do not last longer than three weeks.

Chronic laryngitis, where symptoms persist for longer than three weeks.

Menopause

The menopause is sometimes known as the 'change of life' and is marked by the ending of menstruation (when a woman's periods stop).

A woman’s periods do not usually stop suddenly. They generally become less frequent, the odd period is missed and then they stop altogether.

When it happens

In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach the menopause is 52.

A woman is said to have reached the menopause once she has not had a period for one year. After this point, she can be described as post-menopausal.

If the menopause occurs in a woman who is under 45 years of age, it is known as premature menopause. It is estimated that premature menopause affects 1% of women under the age of 40 and 0.1% of women under the age of 30.

What happens?

During the time leading up to the menopause (perimenopause), the hormonal and biological changes that are associated with the menopause begin. As a result of these hormonal changes, many women experience both physical and emotional symptoms, such as hot flushes, night sweats and irritability (see Symptoms of menopausefor more information).

The menopause is the end of egg production (ovulation). This occurs as a result of falling levels of the female sex hormone oestrogen, which regulates a woman’s periods.

Menorrhagia

Heavy periods, also called menorrhagia, are when a woman loses an excessive amount of blood during several consecutive periods.

A period is part of a woman's menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is the time from the first day of a woman’s period to the day before her next period. A period is a bleed from the womb (uterus) that is released through the vagina. It happens approximately every 28 days, although anywhere between 24 and 35 days is common.

Periods can begin when girls are between eight and 16 years of age, but they usually start around 12 years of age. They continue every month until the menopause (when a woman’s periods stop), which usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age.

Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia is the medical name for heavy periods. Menorrhagia can occur by itself or in combination with other symptoms, such as menstrual pain (dysmenorrhoea).

Heavy bleeding does not necessarily mean there is anything seriously wrong, but it can affect a woman physically, emotionally and socially, and can cause disruption to everyday life.

Migraine

A migraine is a severe headache usually felt as a throbbing pain at the front or on one side of the head. Some people also have other symptoms, such as nausea and sensitivity to light.

Migraine is a common health condition, affecting about 15% of adults in the UK.

There are two types of migraine:

Migraine with aura is when you have a warning sign, known as aura, before the migraine begins. About a third of people with migraine have this. Warning signs may include visual problems (such as flashing lights) and stiffness in the neck, shoulders or limbs.

Migraine without aura

For more information, see Migraine – symptoms.

There are five stages to a migraine although not everyone will experience all of these.

Neuralgia

Neuralgia is a term that describes nerve pain. Postherpetic neuralgia is a nerve pain that occurs at the site of a previous attack of a condition called shingles (see below).

The pain of postherpetic neuralgia may be intense and can take the form of:

burning

stabbing

aching

itching

an ‘electric shock’

sensitivity of the skin in the affected area

Shingles

Shingles is a condition that is caused by re-activation of the varicella-zoster virus, which lies dormant (inactive) in the nerves following a chickenpox infection earlier in life. The virus becomes active in two or three nerve roots and causes a flu-like illness.

Shingles can occur at any age but is more common in older people or those whose immune system has been weakened by medications such as steroids, or people havingchemotherapy.

Shingles most commonly affects the nerves of the chest and face but it can affect any nerve. Shingles usually causes pain and a rash on one side of the body only (unilateral). Sometimes, the pain develops before the rash.

In most cases, the rash and pain of shingles lasts two to four weeks. The rash is similar to the chickenpox rash, with small blisters that burst, heal and leave small scars on the skin. Postherpetic neuralgia occurs when the nerve pain that is caused by shingles continues for longer than three months after the rash has healed.

It is not possible to get shingles from someone with chickenpox. The varicella-zoster virus already exists inside the body and is re-activated. If you have grandchildren who have chickenpox, looking after them while they have the condition can actually boost your immunity. If you have shingles, it is possible for someone who has never had chickenpox to develop chickenpox, particularly if they come into direct contact with the rash.

Oedema

Oedema is the medical term for fluid retention in the body.

It occurs when there is a build-up of fluid (mainly water) in the body's tissues, causing swelling to occur in the affected area.

As well as swelling or puffiness of the skin, oedema can cause:

skin discolouration

fluid-filled areas of skin that temporarily hold the imprint of your finger when pressed (known as pitting oedema)

aching, tender limbs

stiff joints

weight gain or weight loss

raised blood pressure and pulse rate

Oedema is often a symptom of an underlying condition. It can also be caused by a variety of factors such as high salt intake in the diet or being immobile for long periods of time (see below).

Lymphoedema

A common cause of fluid build-up in the tissues is a condition called lymphoedema. It occurs when the lymphatic system is damaged or disrupted.

The lymphatic system is a series of glands (lymph nodes) throughout the body. They are connected by a network of vessels, much like blood vessels. Fluid surrounding the body tissues normally drains from the tissues into the nearby lymph vessels to be transported away and emptied back into the blood.

If the lymphatic vessels are not working properly, for example because they are blocked, excess fluid cannot be reabsorbed and builds up in the tissues.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales. The condition is not infectious and most people are affected only in small patches on their body.

Psoriasis affects around 2% of people in the UK. It can start at any age, but most often develops between the ages of 11 and 45.

The severity of psoriasis varies greatly from person to person. For some people, it is just a minor irritation, but for others it has a major impact on their quality of life.

Psoriasis is a long-lasting (chronic) disease that can return at any time. There may be times when you have no symptoms or very mild symptoms, followed by times when the symptoms are severe.

Outlook

There is no cure for psoriasis, but a range of treatments can improve symptoms and the appearance of the affected skin patches.

Raynaud’s Disease

Raynaud’s disease is a common condition that affects the blood supply to certain parts of the body, usually the fingers and toes.

You may have heard of it referred to as Raynaud’s syndrome, Raynaud’s phenomenon or just Raynaud's.

Sciatica

Sciatica is the name given to any sort of pain that is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.

The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It runs from the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks, and all the way down both legs, ending at your feet.

When something compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve, it can cause a pain that radiates out from your lower back and travels down your leg to your calf. Sciatic pain can range from being mild to very painful.

A slipped disc is the most common identified cause of sciatica, but in some cases there is no obvious cause

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is inflammation (swelling) of the lining of the sinuses, caused by a viral or bacterial infection.

The sinuses are small, air-filled cavities behind your cheekbones and forehead (see below).

Sinusitis typically causes a high temperature, pain and tenderness in the face, and a blocked or runny nose.

It is a common condition and can affect people of any age.

Sprain

Sprains and strains are a very common type of injury that affect the muscles and ligaments. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue around joints that connect one bone to another. They help to keep the bones together and stable.

Symptoms of sprains and strains include:

pain

swelling and inflammation

loss of movement in the affected body part

Sprains

A sprain occurs when one or more of your ligaments have been stretched, twisted, or torn, usually as a result of excessive force being applied to a joint. The most common locations for a sprain to occur are:

the knee - which can become strained when a person turns quickly during sports or other physical activities

the ankle - which can become strained when walking or running on an uneven surface

the wrist - which can become strained when a person falls onto their hand

the thumb - which can become strained during intense and repetitive physical activity, such as playing a racquet sport

Strains

A strain occurs when the muscle fibres stretch or tear. They usually occur for one of two reasons:

when the muscle has been stretched beyond its limits

when the muscle has been forced to contract (shorten too quickly)

Strains can develop as the result of an accident, or during physical or sporting activities, such as running or playing football.

The most common types of strains are:

hamstring strains - the hamstrings are muscles that run down the back of the leg and are connected to the hip and knee joints

gastrocnemius and soleus strains - the gastrocnemius and soleus are the medical name for the muscles of the calf

quadriceps strains - the quadriceps are muscles located at the front of the thigh

lumbar strains - the lumbar muscles are found in the lower back

Stress, stress management

Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure.

Pressure turns into stress when you feel unable to cope. People have different ways of reacting to stress, so a situation that feels stressful to one person may in fact be motivating to another.

Many of life’s demands can cause stress, especially work, relationships and money problems, and when you feel stressed, it can affect everything you do.

Revise - Insomnia causes substantial long term effects on peoples physical and mental wellbeing

2012-01-14T19:35:00.001-08:00

Doctors should routinely question patients about sleep problems, as insomnia can increase the risk of a number of serious health conditions, experts say..
Left untreated, insomnia can increase the risk of developing potentially life-threatening conditions such as depression, diabetes and high blood pressure, but it often goes unrecognised and untreated, a review published online in The Lancet stated.
Around one in four adults experiences sleep problems, and up to one in ten suffers from insomnia. Typical symptoms include having difficulty falling or staying asleep, or feeling unrefreshed after a night's sleep. During the day people with insomnia can also suffer from fatigue, trouble concentrating and mood disturbances.
Most people with the condition are vulnerable to recurrent episodes and research suggests that nearly 70 per cent of those with insomnia continue to experience symptoms a year later, and half still have insomnia up to three years later.
The authors of the review, Dr Charles Morin from the Université Laval, Québec City, and Ruth Benca from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, said insomnia can lead to "substantial long-term effects" on people's physical and mental wellbeing.
People with insomnia are more than five times as likely to experience anxiety and depression, are at more than double the risk of developing congestive heart failure and diabetes, and are at a higher risk of premature death, the authors said.
They highlighted a study which found that people with insomnia were seven times more likely to abuse alcohol or drugs over the next three and a half years compared to those without the condition.
Although many with insomnia turn to over-the-counter medicines for the sleep disorder, the authors said there was "little evidence" of their effectiveness.
Despite the widespread use of prescription drugs and many turning to over-the-counter treatments for insomnia, the long-term use of these drugs has not been not been well studied, the authors said.
The National Institutes of Health in the US states that only two treatments - cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and approved hypnotic drugs - have sufficient evidence to support their use for the treatment of insomnia.
CBT uses psychological and behavioural methods such as relaxation techniques, sleep restriction, stimulus control, and education about sleep hygiene (e.g. diet, exercise, and the bedroom environment).
In addition to being an effective treatment for insomnia, CBT does not carry the risk of side effects, a clear advantage over drug treatment, said the authors, who added there was a shortage of therapists.
"Although CBT is not readily available in most clinical settings, access and delivery can be made easier through the use of innovative methods such as telephone consultations, group therapy, and self-help approaches via the internet," the authors said.
"In view of the high prevalence and substantial morbidities of insomnia, patients should routinely be asked about sleep problems by health-care providers.
"There is an urgent need for more public education about sleep and broader dissemination of evidence-based therapies for insomnia, and education and training to prepare health-practitioners to attend and treat insomnia complaints according to clinical guidelines."

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Revise - clinical trials

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Clinical-trials/Pages/Introduction.aspx

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Natural wisdom

2012-01-13T01:55:00.000-08:00

Sunflower inspires Solar Array

Bio-Fach

2012-01-13T01:52:00.000-08:00

BioFach
together with Vivaness Feb 15-18

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Kindle for the PC

2012-01-13T01:21:00.000-08:00

did you know? you can get the Kindle for the PC or iPad. So for example Download Patricia Davis' A-Z of Essential Oils, go to the glossary of actions and oils at the end, click on the word for the dictionary definition. A great learning experience for students. Also available in German and other languages. The chemistry proving challenging? download Sue Clarkes Essential Oil Chemistry.

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Organic beauty Box

2012-01-13T00:57:00.000-08:00

The Organic Beauty Box opens to show the colourful interior.

Printed with vegetable ink and naturally folds flat

The Science of Frankincense

2012-01-13T00:18:00.001-08:00

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/05/080520110415.htm

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Michael Dell'Orfano

Interesting that they say the connection of Frankincense being psychoactive is poorly understood. It seems pretty simple and straightforward to me. I have been fortunate to study with the amazing Dr. Berkowsky, who writes that Frankincensebinds to THC receptors in the body after it has been inhaled. If it binds to and activates these receptors, than wouldn't the mechanism be fairly similar to when one smokes or ingests cannabis and binds to these same receptors to cause changes in the brain. I assume their have been studies done on cannabis and its psychoactive components, so I bet it works in much the same way. Also, it is interesting to note that if you put a drop of pure Frankincense on a blotter strip and track its scent for 10 or more days, you will notice it starts to smell strikingly like cannabis around day 5 or 6 for the next several days of tracking the scent.

THC Receptors

The Sp Organic Beauty Placecard - we love our lavender!

2012-01-12T12:26:00.000-08:00

Plant based nutrition and health

2012-01-11T02:59:00.000-08:00

So if you adopt a plant based diet and self help you can expect a further ten years of healthy life - ok deal.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Plant-Based-Nutrition-Health-Stephen/dp/0907337260

Lets consider both sides of the case. I live in a country district which is 50% grassland so I can see that the keeping of animals for food is not damaging to the environment. The argentines eat more beef than anyone else and their health is for the most part pretty good. The taking of synthetic medicine if you are really ill is of course inescapable. So scientifically and environmentally you cant say plant good animal bad. However science points us in the direction of at least maintaining a balanced diet and plant based non toxic self help. Plant based self help for the 'worried well' is scientifically sound.

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Shirley Price Aromatherapy, Hinckley - IFPA, FHT Accredited CPD Centre

2012-01-09T13:29:00.000-08:00

January 7th - Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making 11am - 4pm

January 8th  - Qi DROP Therapy

January 9th through to 13th Holistic Skin Care 10am - 4pm

January 14th  - Learning how to make Mineral Makeup 11am - 4pm

January 15th  - Learning how to make Natural Makeup 11am - 4pm

January 16th - Introduction to  Aromatherapy - Blending and mixing  11am - 4pm

January 16th through to 20th  - one at Shirley Price Aromatherapy module College, Hinkley, Leics.

February 13th to 17th Aromatherapy module one

February 18th - The Art of Soap Making 11am - 4pm

February 19th  - Aromatherapy and Reflexology  for the ELDERLY 11am - 4pm

March 14th to 18th - Aromatherapy Module two

March 19th and 20th - Hot Stone Massage 10am - 4pm

May 14th - The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic making 11am - 4pm

May 15th - The Art of SOAP making 11am - 4pm

May 16th to 20th - Aromatherapy module 3

May 21st - Aromatherapy and Reflexology for the ELDERLY 11am - 4pm

May 22nd - Chair Massage 11am - 4pm

June 14th to 18th - Shirley Price Aromatherapy module 4 at College, Hinkley, Leics.

Polyphenols - in tea, citrus, chamomile

2012-01-09T01:51:00.000-08:00

Chamomile can be made into an infusion which is commonly used to help with sleep. Because chamomile can cause uterine contractions which can lead to miscarriage, the U.S. National Institutes for Health says that pregnant and nursing mothers should not consume chamomile. Chrysin, a flavonoid found in chamomile, has been shown to be anxiolytic in rodents, and is believed to be at least partially responsible for chamomile's reputation as a sleep aid. It is known to reduce stress. In the essential oil azulene is formed in the process of distillation which is used for its anti-inflammatory properties.

The case for a vegan diet

2012-01-07T17:27:00.001-08:00

video - the last heart attack

Pictured is the Shirley Price organic beauty logo. Take care of your heart.

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Homeopathy

2012-01-06T00:03:00.000-08:00

Homeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their specific symptoms, a homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient.

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homeopathy is a tough one for the regulators. if you take a substance which has biological effects and then dilute it can it still be said to have a biological effect and so be a medical device?

weight is placed on the claims of manufacturers. If the substance is claimed to have an effect then it is a medical device and regulated as such.

www.helios.co.uk

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Innovations - Shirley Price Organic Essential oils on Amazon, Folding Boxes

2012-01-05T13:59:00.000-08:00

http://www.shirleyprice.co.uk/shirley-price-organic-oils-at-amazoncouk---free-next-day-delivery-to-10-eu-states-270-c.asp

Coming soon Shirley Price Organic Essential Oils on your phone for Android and iPhone delivered by Amazon free on 24 hour delivery - what will they think of next?!!

Innovative packaging for the Sp Organic Beauty range coming and featuring in Salon Magazine. The box folds flat like a flower so we can print colourfully on the inside of the box as well as the outside. Vegetable ink of course.

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Playing Politics with Aromatherapy - Big Mistake?

2012-01-05T02:33:00.000-08:00

Maldives spas face closure following government ban

Spas across the Maldives are facing closure following pressure from religious groups who said they led to prostitution and alcoholism among locals.

The country's president Mohamed Nasheed issued a statement on Saturday that said: "The government has decided to close massage parlours and spas in the Maldives, following an opposition-led religious protest last week calling for their closure."

The region's spa resorts are one of its leading sources of tourism, netting the nation an estimated $1.5bn a year, some 30% of its GDP.

The president said the closures came as a result of pressure from opposition parties who found massage, as well as sale of pork and alcohol in the mainly Muslim nation, to be offensive.

However, opposition party the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) said the government was using the protests to punish resort owners, many of whom are PPM members.

A spokesman for PPM told Reuters: "We wanted the liquor and massage clinics banned in inhabited islands to prevent prostitution and spread of drugs and alcohol to locals. Nasheed is misusing the demands to take revenge by imposing the ban on resorts owned by the opposition members."

Some of the biggest names in spa are set to be affected by the ban if it is enforced this year. Luxury resort group One & Only operates one of its biggest spas, One & Only Reethi Rah, in the Maldives and The Six Senses group runs Soneva Fushi and Soneva Gili there. Last year, the Per Aquum group, which runs the famous Huvafen Fushi underwater spa resort (pictured) there, opened a second Maldivian resort called Niyama.

COMMENT

This raises the question of whether there is a regulatory structure in place and working in the Maldives and whether the Spas are employing qualified and ethical practitioners of massage. If the spas management are encouraging alcoholism and prostitution then they should of course be replaced and their licences revoked until they can demonstrate a fit and proper environment. There are plenty of ethical and competant practitioners for them to employ and so demonstrate compliance. Muslims in my experience know how to have a good time with aromatherapy better than anyone. The Prophet described the delights to the senses the aromas bring. So it is possible to have a good time without offending religious groups.

But those who have faith and work righteousness, they are companions of the Garden: Therein shall they abide (For ever).

(Surah Al-Baqara, 82)

Christians too see heaven in terms of an aromatic garden. Bede describes visions of heaven in these terms.

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From Pranarom - liver care with essential oils

2012-01-04T12:58:00.001-08:00

In the UK we maintain Essential Oil should not be taken internally. Of course essential oil is taken in the form of flavourings and fragrances in minute quantities. 95% of essential oils are consumed in this way. In France a drop of essential oil (a very very small amount 20 drops equals 1ml) is added to a sugar cube to aid digestion or for specific purposes.

Some essential oils should not be taken internally irrespective of dose as they irritate the mucous membranes so the UK approach is a safe one as far as the general public are concerned. There is a well established professional qualification in aromatherapy and trade bodies of practitioners so always consult a local knowledgeable practioner who will also be qualified in massage and other complementary therapies.

Aromatherapy or complementary therapies should never be considered alternative medicine. Always consult your GP about any symptoms you may have. GPs have spent 10 years in qualifying and practice before becoming a GP so your health is in safe hands should you feel unwell.

http://www.facebook.com/notes/pranar%C3%B4m-aromath%C3%A9rapie-scientifique/detox-du-foie-avec-les-huiles-essentielles/322504674437675

The liver is a key organ in the body. On the one hand, he transforms nutrients into valuablecellular elements. On the other, it is there to "reject" cellular waste and clean up fluids. In addition, the liver is a gland that determines the level of energy and vitality by ensuring a good quality of blood flow. Liver function is vital and it is important to pamper the body inthe household (not too much alcohol), but also by cleaning from time to time.
To do this, you can opt for a course of essential oils to be taken daily by mouth. We think of course the essence of lemon essential oil of rosemary verbenone, to take on a sugar orbread at a rate of 1 drop of each essential oil at every meal.

Discover the essence of lemon Pranarôm here:

Discover the essential oil of rosemary verbenone here:

Le foie est un organe clef de l’organisme. D’un côté, il transforme les nutriments en de précieux éléments cellulaires. De l’autre, il est là pour « rejeter » les déchets cellulaires et assainir les fluides. En outre, le foie est une glande qui conditionne le niveau d’énergie et de tonus en assurant une bonne qualité de la circulation sanguine. Les fonctions hépatiques sont vitales et il est primordial de chouchouter cet organe en le ménageant (pas trop d’alcool) mais aussi en le nettoyant de temps à autre.
Pour ce faire, on peut opter pour une cure d’huiles essentielles à prendre quotidiennement par voie orale. On pense bien entendu à l’essence de citron et à l’huile essentielle de romarin verbénone, à prendre sur un sucre ou de la mie de pain à raison de 1 goutte de chaque huile essentielle à chaque repas.

Découvrez l'essence de citron de Pranarôm ici : http://www.pranarom.com/citron-bio-7240-huiles-essentielles-les-plus-utilisees/FAM00100/SSF00110/7240

Découvrez l'huile essentielle de romarin à verbénone ici : http://www.pranarom.com/romarin-a-verbenone-7480-huiles-essentielles-les-plus-utilisees/FAM00100/SSF00110/7480

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www.PureAromatherapy.com

2012-01-02T10:15:00.000-08:00

DIGEST of conditions and oils

from the article "9 case studies in palliative care" by Saloni Molhatra www.PureAromatherapy.com

Analgesic

Tamanu oil

Antibactrial

Lavender, Juniper, Teatree

Anxiety

Angelica, Bergamot, Lavender

Cracked heels

German, Roman Chamomile, Almond

Cramp

Clary sage, Lemongrass, Sweet Marjoram, Jojoba

Fungal infection

Lemongrass, Palmarosa, Jojoba

Basil, Fennel

Nausea and vomiting

Ginger

Social pain

German chamomile, Helichrysum, Frankincense, Myrhh, Mandarin Red

Spritual

Frankincense, Myrhh, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang

Upper Respiratory Infections

Lavender, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Palma Rosa

Wound healing

Myrhh, Tea tree, Aloe Vera

Myrhh, Frankincense, Aloe Vera

Benzoin, Bergamot, Frankincense, Myrhh, Neroli, Patchouli, Rosemary - the Sun, Chamomile - the Moon

2012-01-01T03:12:00.000-08:00

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Basil and Black Pepper - MARTI PATRI PROPVGNATORI

2011-12-31T17:25:00.000-08:00

Father Mars who fights for us. Among the ancients in Asia and the Mediterranean the heat of malarial fevers were treated with the herbs Basil (from the leaves of Ocimum Basilicum) and Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). These two hot spices originating in Asia were esteemed very highly as a result.

Spices were among the first goods to be traded over long distances with the dawn of the Bronze Age 4000 years ago. Basil literally means regal or noble (Greek). The Basilica is the name given to the central part of a royal palace or temple. Both herbs are associated with mental fortitude as well as being flavourings and aids to digestion.

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Online health advice

2011-12-31T16:59:00.000-08:00

Boots WebMD

If you are ill you should see your Doctor without delay.

A doctor may well refer you to a clinical aromatherapist or you may wish to consult a local qualified aromatherapist for your condition.

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Swiss Inn Resort Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt

2011-12-30T01:39:00.000-08:00

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Nutrition - toxins in food

2011-12-30T01:33:00.001-08:00

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2011/12/01/7-foods-should-never-eat/#ixzz1hwTPnZAn

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Fun with foamers for aromatists

2011-12-29T06:10:00.000-08:00

Aromatherapy embraces the therapeutic use of essential oils, a much underutilised medical tool to judge by statistics on prescribed tranquilliser addiction, and cosmetics. Aromatherapy may be unavailable to 0.1% of the population who are allergic to fragrances. A consultation with a professionally qualified aromatherapist is inexpensive and a good investment in your health and wellbeing.

Aromatherapy like homeopathy is often satirised because it promotes the use of non toxic materials to maintain health and well being and looks for causes, often emotional, rather than the treatment of symptoms. There is now a wealth of scientific research to support the value of non toxic materials and a holistic approach to healthcare stressing emotional, exercise, and nutritional factors in maintaining health.

Aroma, a pleasant smell, comes from the Greek 'to spice' and these pleasant smells are found in herbal extracts, herbal waters and essential oils. These are particularly useful in cosmetics and are used to aromatise cosmetics, food and drinks by aromatists. For example in cookery aromatists include chopped basil leaves to improve the flavour and promote the digestion of a meal.

In hygiene too aromatics find a use. They can be used in foamers to create popular and satisfying facial washes.

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Inexpensive electrical diffusers from Sp for use with essential oils

2011-12-29T05:52:00.000-08:00

About our suppliers www.greecamy.com

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Doctors sued for creating tranquilliser addicts

2011-12-29T05:18:00.000-08:00

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/doctors-sued-for-creating-valium-addicts-6282542.html

A report by the All Party Parliamentary Group on Drug Misuse estimated in 2009 that there were 1.5 million involuntary tranquilliser addicts in the UK. More than 6.6 million benzodiazepine prescriptions for anxiety were dispensed by England's pharmacies in 2010, a 15 per cent increase in 10 years. Prescriptions for Valium have increased by 20 per cent over the same period.

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How the Brain Creates flavour

2011-12-21T00:42:00.000-08:00

Gordon M. Shepherd, professor of neurobiology at the Yale School of Medicine, has spent a lifetime researching the brain mechanisms involved in olfaction (our sense of smell) and its impact on flavor perception in the brain. His new book is “Neurogastronomy: How the Brain Creates Flavor and Why It Matters,” out this month from Columbia University Press. Shepherd’s work is anchored in a burgeoning field within neuroscience — figuring out the mysteries behind our olfactory system, the ways in which smells are represented and processed in the brain.

http://www.amazon.com/Neurogastronomy-Brain-Creates-Flavor-Matters/dp/0231159102/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324456872&sr=8-1

Flavour and Fragrances

The Scare: Certain groups say fragrances contain irritants, allergens, hormone disrupters, and toxic chemicals that cause everything from reproductive problems to cancer to neurological disorders.

Origin of the Scare: Products in the U.S. aren’t required to list the exact fragrance ingredients they contain. (But a list of almost all compounds used as fragrances — 3,194 ingredients in all — is publicly available.) Advocacy groups want products to list exact ingredients, claiming many fragrances are dangerous. In June, a new version of the Safe Cosmetics Act returned to Congress, which calls for the listing of all ingredients in products.

Bottom Line: When used as directed there’s no evidence exposure to chemicals in flavours and fragrances are harmful.

'Frankincense is not a monster' - the Simpsons

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Free next day delivery from the Amazon warehouse

2011-12-19T04:44:00.000-08:00

Shirley Price Organic Essential oils with free next day delivery from the Amazon warehouse to 10 EU states
http://www.shirleypriceessentia.com/Amazon.html

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