Aromatherapy for Headache Relief
Have you ever tried aromatherapy for headache relief? Headaches can have many different causes, but the one thing they all have in common is that the person suffering from them is in discomfort! Many people know what their headaches come from – stress, tension, menstrual conditions, blood pressure concerns, changing weather or barometric pressure, circulation issues, sinus issues, spinal misalignments, sugar imbalances and more. The best way to get headache relief depends somewhat on the type of headache. Relief Different people have different preferences about how to deal with headaches. Some prefer aspirin, Advil, or whatever is the most popular over-the-counter headache relief formula at the moment. People who have excruciating headaches may opt for stronger strength prescription drugs that they may have seen advertised or that their doctor has prescribed. Others prefer a more natural approach such as using essential oils in aromatherapy for headache relief, or even nothing at all. It’s always important to know when to seek the advice of your certified health practitioner. The Science of Using Essential Oils How can essential oils help with headaches? Essential oils contain many – sometimes several hundred – compounds. Certain of these compounds can reduce muscle spasms. Other compounds can decrease the inflammation response. Still others promote circulation and bring more oxygen to the area. If you suffer from tension or stress headaches, you may be interested in scientific studies which showed that essential oils are just as effective as acetaminophen (for example, Tylenol) in blocking pain from headaches. One such study was based on the “gold standard” of scientific studies – a placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover study.1, 2 It was done at Christian-Albrechts University in Kiel, Germany Sample Solutions One advantage of a natural approach is the opportunity to approach the problem in a way that accommodates the uniqueness of each person. What works best for you may be different from what works best for a good friend or family member. Here are some of the solutions that have worked successfully for people whose testimonials I have collected over the years. General Headaches
Hormonal
Migraines
Stress
This is just a sampling and is not a complete list. Deep Relief Roll-On 
Then came the Deep Relief Roll-On in 2008! For headaches or almost any type of discomfort, this roll-on is the first thing I reach for. Why? Because it is quick, easy, and it works! It even fits nicely in your pocket, purse, or briefcase. If you’re traveling by air, it fits nicely into your one-quart carry-on bag.What has surprised me the most about the Deep Relief is how quickly it seems to work at aromatherapy for headache relief. For my mother’s headaches, it works within minutes. For my friend Georgie, it worked almost instantly. When Deep Relief was new, I pulled it out of my purse and asked her if she had pain anywhere. When she told me that she had a terrible headache, I suggested that she apply it to the part of her head where it hurt. She did and almost immediately told me, “It’s gone!” At the time, I thought that she was humoring me by pretending to have immediate relief, but now, I know a number of people who have had similar results. (Deep Relief Roll-On is item number 3534 at www.EssentialOilsProducts.com. ) Another Deep Relief Roll-On Success Story My friend Mark Ryan, who works with Joe Vitale, recently shared his experience of Deep Relief helping his headache. Read his aromatherapy for headache relief story here! (at the bottom of the page) and share your own story while you are there! Summary If you experience aggravating headaches and you’re new to essential oils, I encourage you to consult with the Essential Oils Desk Reference and your certified health professional. Meanwhile, you may want to go ahead and
order the Deep Relief Roll-On
to have on hand for the next time a headache strikes so you can try aromatherapy for headache relief. 2. Gobel, H, Schmidt G, Soyka D. Effect of peppermint and eucalyptus oil preparations on neurophysiological and experimental algesimetric headache parameters. Cephalalgia. 1994 Jun; 14(3): 228-34; discussion 182.
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