mardi 6 janvier 2015

How An Aromatherapy Neck Wrap Pillow Promotes Positive Feelings

By Stacey Burt


The popularity of aromatherapy surged during the 1980s, but using biological essential oils to create feelings of well being is a time-honored practice. They have historically played a significant role in creating cosmetics, perfumes, some medications, and many other personal products. Most people today employ them to relax or help eliminate negative moods. An aromatherapy neck wrap pillow is one way to experience the benefits of herbal oils.

Essential oils are harvested from various types of plants celebrated for their unique fragrances. These natural products have been distilled primarily from herbs or fruits, and retain the unique chemical characteristics of the original. In nature, they are used to attract pollinators for reproduction, to provide defenses against insects and other plants, and to even act as agents that ward off harmful microorganisms.

The oils are stored in special plant structures. Their name is taken from the ancient concept of the spirit, or life force, that exists in all living things. Distillation removes all water, and can be completed using differing processes. The finished product is highly concentrated, and the chemicals compounds can either be inhaled, massaged directly into skin, or included in a bath.

Many people experience flashes of vivid memory or recollection of feelings when exposed to a fragrance present during past events. The emissions of distilled herbal oils are thought to work together with the area of the brain that processes, controls, and expresses emotion. While not all users experience memory retrieval, most people report feeling more relaxed and better able to face normal daily stress.

Although not a medical treatment, or even a viable substitute for necessary medications, essential oil use is common in venues providing physical therapy of various kinds, including spas, and even in some hospitals. During childbirth it helps diminish the fear and anxiety that can accompany labor, primarily by encouraging relaxation. Some depressed people report temporary improvement when exposed to herbal essences.

Victims of serious disease that requires physically taxing treatment often fall into a negative mental and emotional pattern. While completely understandable, these bleak feelings can actually have physical consequences in the immune system, weakening it enough to give new infections easier access. The use of aromatic oils helps disperse those emotions, and in turn strengthens resistance.

Neck wrap pillows are filled with a variety of natural herbs, and encased in a soft fabrics. The pillows are U-shaped, and designed to provide support and comfort while napping or simply relaxing. Many can be heated simply by popping them into the microwave for the recommended time. They are ideal for both hot and cold therapy, and come in a wide variety of styles and colors.

Most essential oils should never be administered orally, and should not be used when pregnant without permission from a doctor. They are most beneficial as an adjunct to other forms of relaxation, including exercise, and are a healthier choice than recreational drugs. They do encourage more positive attitudes, help strengthen immune responses by elevating outlook, and create an atmosphere of serenity.




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