Essential oils are often used in aromatherapy, which is a form of alternative medicine. However, some of the health claims associated with them are controversial. I recently attended an event held by Oils Actually where they had introduced Young Living Essential Oils. I've been quite curious about essential oils as well as their health benefits. I've heard a lot of stories on how using essential oils has helped them improve their lives.
According to our resource speaker, Ms. Jasmine Ang, a Singaporean mompreneur who also discovered the wonders of using Young Living Essential Oils. Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants, "Ït only takes 22 seconds for the molecules to reach our brain, 2 minutes for it to be in our bloodstream and 20 minutes to create impact in every cell in our body."
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| Ms. Jasmine Ang |
The oils capture the plant's scent and flavor, also called its "essence." Unique aromatic compounds give each essential oil its characteristic essence. Essential oils are obtained through distillation (via steam and/or water) or mechanical methods, such as cold pressing. Once the aromatic chemicals have been extracted, they are combined with a carrier oil to create a product that's ready for use. The way the oils are made is important, as essential oils obtained through chemical processes are not considered true essential oils.
